I129f September 2017 filers

[Julie&Ed 23]

Hello!

 

My name is Julie and I'm from NJ, USA and Ed is from England, UK. We are joining you a little later in month of September filers! I just sent our I-129F packet out today, 9-29-2017, using express mail. Yay! I feel such a sense of relief but also fear in hoping I did everything correctly! So many emotions!! haha

 

Not looking forward to this waiting process, but knowing there is a group of people going through it with us is comforting. Good luck to everyone!

 

-Julie

[kaleya 70]

It's hard to believe it's only been ~3 weeks since the USCIS got our I-129F packet. It feels like another lifetime ago!

 

Thankfully my fiancé and I are very patient people.

 

My timeline initially estimated NOA2 around the middle-end of January, and now it is estimating the first week of February. I'm sure it will keep getting pushed back, but I'm hopeful that we will have NOA2 before March 2018!

[AbenaKofi 132]

On 9/30/2017 at 9:36 AM, kaleya said:

My timeline initially estimated NOA2 around the middle-end of January, and now it is estimating the first week of February. I'm sure it will keep getting pushed back, but I'm hopeful that we will have NOA2 before March 2018!

Mine too! Since the timeline supposedly cycles, I’m hoping it’ll hit six months and then shorten a little. Maybe by the time they get to ours it’ll be down to 4 months 🙏🏾😙

[Grant PDX 183]

On 9/28/2017 at 8:17 AM, Pajares said:

I started working on my I-134 already, certainly to become familiar with it.  I'm afraid to work too much ahead, concerned that I gather the financial stuff *now* then have it said that they need more recent stuff since the interview, where it's needed, is likely 4-5 months from now. 

 

I definitely wanted to be aware of what they wanted, though, so I could start getting a handle on it and identify anything that looked like a problem to get.  Like the bank letter (but mine provided to me in a few days).  Like divorce decrees (got 'em).  They said a copy of a recent USA tax return is needed, our timing may be that they want the 2017 tax return, so be sure to file early.

For some things it makes sense to get them prepared, essentially the things that aren't time sensitive (divorce decrees, etc) but others it's better to wait, primarily a lot of the financial stuff.  For tax returns, generally if your interview is after April 15 they may expect the most recent year, if the interview is before April 15 they understand if you haven't filed yet.  And generally they want transcripts which aren't available as soon as you file, they need time to process.  The embassy knows this.  Also, for Manila, frequently they don't even look at the I134 or maybe give it a cursory glance.  Last years transcripts will likely be fine.  I ordered 2014-2016 so that is all ready to go.  I'll get an employer letter and bank records around the first of the year.  In the Philippines a lot should wait until later.  Fresh 2x2 pictures, fresh CENOMAR, fresh NBI clearance etc.  I anticipate my fiance will do those things the first week after we have our NOA2, so they'll be current and we can move quickly after we have our MNL case number.

 

All the best!

[Swissmiss82 1,620]

On ‎30‎/‎09‎/‎2017 at 6:36 PM, kaleya said:

It's hard to believe it's only been ~3 weeks since the USCIS got our I-129F packet. It feels like another lifetime ago!

 

Thankfully my fiancé and I are very patient people.

 

lucky you that you both are patient.

We are both struggling right now as we did not expect the wait to be soooo long

Thankfully he will come visit me early November, so at least something to look forward to

[Swissmiss82 1,620]

and one more question for the NOA1. What's the difference between receiving date and notice date?

 

 And as I checked the checklist, it does state the DS-260 and I-864, not sure if this is only for Switzerland?

Please see attached

 

[Estibaliz 3,037]

7 minutes ago, Swissmiss82 said:

and one more question for the NOA1. What's the difference between receiving date and notice date?

 

 And as I checked the checklist, it does state the DS-260 and I-864, not sure if this is only for Switzerland?

Please see attached

 

The list is generic for family visas, including spousal ones. That's why that list also says "If you are married, your original marriage certificate".

K1's do DS-160 and i-134, as stated on the USCIS and travel.state.gov websites.

[Swissmiss82 1,620]

thank you so much for the quick confirmation Much appreciated all your support

[kaleya 70]

15 hours ago, Swissmiss82 said:

lucky you that you both are patient.

We are both struggling right now as we did not expect the wait to be soooo long

Thankfully he will come visit me early November, so at least something to look forward to

 

Haha, well -- to be completely honest, I'm not that patient. But I'm currently working 80-hour weeks and have no time to think about USCIS! If I did, I would be rechecking the application all day. My fiancé on the other hand is genuinely patient.

 

Hey, mine is also visiting me (in 25 days)! I'm excited.  Always nice to have something to look forward to.

Edited October 3, 2017 by kaleya

[Swissmiss82 1,620]

4 hours ago, kaleya said:

 

Haha, well -- to be completely honest, I'm not that patient. But I'm currently working 80-hour weeks and have no time to think about USCIS! If I did, I would be rechecking the application all day. My fiancé on the other hand is genuinely patient.

 

Hey, mine is also visiting me (in 25 days)! I'm excited.  Always nice to have something to look forward to.

Ahhh our countdown is 32 days  I love the countdowns - but at the same time I can't wait to stop having these countdowns and just stop worrying about booking the next flight and so on! Any fun plans while he's visiting?

 

wow you do work a lot!  I keep telling myself - whatever makes time go by quicker! I am already cleaning out my apartment, trying to sell things I don't need and all that good stuff. I try to prepare now while waiting, so I don't go crazy (and don't have to rush once it gets rolling hihi)

 

 

[Lovelise26 51]

On 9/26/2017 at 3:38 PM, Swissmiss82 said:

Hello there,

we are september filers also. I am swiss and mu fiance is from georgia.

we got our noa1 about 2 weeks ago and hope now for the best. 

We both dream of spending Xmas together in our home, but seems very unrealistic.

but let’s still dream and see how long it will take.

 

did anyone get an update on the case status that does say something new/updated?

No update yet. I'm going on exactly a month since it was received on the 5th.  Patience Patience and Stay Positive, that's what my fiancé keeps telling me.   Wishing the best for you and all!

[supgoz 13]

Hey guys! New member here ☺️

 

I am the beneficiary from London! And my fiancé is based in South Dakota we finally received our NOA1 and it was recieved on September 28th! so just made it in to September filers! hoping this long wait won’t be longer than 12-14 weeks! 

Good luck guys!!!! 

 

 

[Swissmiss82 1,620]

9 hours ago, LizM said:

Hi & welcome! NoA2 before Christmas would be the dream! I suspect they'll let waiting times sit for a while at 5-6 months before they drop them to three again, but I might be wrong. At least we're one calendar month away from applying now though 

I like the way you think wohooooooooo let's hope for the best

[P&S_Denmark 16]

My fiance is Danish. We got our NOA1 September 7th. It looks like a few of you will end up in Stockholm around the same time as her! I plan on trying to fly out there for the interview, but depending on the timing I may not be able to make it because of work. Anyway... good luck to everyone!

[Ёжик 32]

For the first time in my life I want to quickly start the winter and February. It will be a happy month for many of us.