January 2018 Filers

[kmza89 57]

1 hour ago, JGHH said:

I called yesterday at 545pm EST and was told it wasn't approved yet... This morning at 620am EST I got a text saying there was an update on my account and when I looked it said I was approved!

CONGRATS! In new website? or old?

Edited July 17, 2018 by kmza89

[lilit829 368]

1 hour ago, S&JW said:

I am a January 12th received date(old website). If we can’t get any news this week we might consider asking USCIS for some updates. Maybe that will help a little bit, may not be for an approval but atleast for any movement of our petition. 

Have you seen any approvals for our specific date yet  I feel like they haven't touched it yet. 

[Lucy&Jason 807]

13 minutes ago, lilit829 said:

Have you seen any approvals for our specific date yet  I feel like they haven't touched it yet. 

No not yet so far. I have seen a January 15 and 16 that got approved. I’m not only sure if that date is an old website or new. 

 

I guess they are approaching to 12th all the way down. Someone just got approved today received date January 11. 

[Loveusa222 37]

1 hour ago, LuFlolady said:

Welcome to the Journey are you the petitioner or beneficiary? what part of SA? and I would wait to call maybe next week call January has been really slow starting

I am a beneficiary. I’m from the Vaal so the gauteng region. Thanks I will do so. I’m just getting a bit frustrated but as the saying goes good things come to those who wait. 

[JGHH 76]

On 7/13/2018 at 11:12 PM, Itsnikk said:

We just got our NOA2!!!! It says they'll hand the case over to the NVC in 2 to 4 weeks and then send it off to the US embassy in Sweden.  Does that mean that we can book the interview now and the doctors appointment ?! Did anyone else get their NOA2 ?if so CONGRATS!!!!

We got our NOA2 today, my fiance is from Sweden also!

[CnMjourney 44]

Hi guys! I've been part of this group since Jan but have had a hard time figuring out how to reply to specific posts that you guys make. So I am trying a general one here. Everyone here has been super helpful with information all these months, wouldn't have been able to come off the cliff without your help. My noa1 says received date Jan 16th. I've seen that some of you changed websites - I did that. Also some of you have been calling - did that this morning, still nothing. I am patiently - sort of - waiting along with you - all day - everyday. 

[VickeySis 318]

8 hours ago, Snuffles said:

Truth be told, I think I've had more meltdowns this past 2 weeks than I've ever had in our relationship.  I know we are SO close, but you just to that point of being over it. Have a LOVELY time with your fiance! Maybe you'll get news while he's there?? 

@Snuffles I swear I am right there with you about the meltdowns...God willing we will all be hearing news soon and I am paying myself stay positive and giving out positive vibes for us all💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽

[Briggy 57]

2 hours ago, S&JW said:

I am a January 12th received date(old website). If we can’t get any news this week we might consider asking USCIS for some updates. Maybe that will help a little bit, may not be for an approval but atleast for any movement of our petition. 

Hey im a January 12 beneficiary too. And since they have approved dates like the 14 and 16 maybe they have done some 12th silently. I am going to have my baby call uscis when she gets her lunch break.😁😁

[JDY 74]

im the beneficiary I just called USCIS and they didnt give me any information, because the petitioner is the one who has to call. or just be together. Im form the 12th old website and its driving me crazy this wait. 

[Fiedlerfest 0]

22 minutes ago, Clecuona said:

Hi guys! I've been part of this group since Jan but have had a hard time figuring out how to reply to specific posts that you guys make. So I am trying a general one here. Everyone here has been super helpful with information all these months, wouldn't have been able to come off the cliff without your help. My noa1 says received date Jan 16th. I've seen that some of you changed websites - I did that. Also some of you have been calling - did that this morning, still nothing. I am patiently - sort of - waiting along with you - all day - everyday. 

Hi, I'm confused about how to switch to the new website -- where do I go to get a login?

[lilit829 368]

38 minutes ago, Briggy said:

Hey im a January 12 beneficiary too. And since they have approved dates like the 14 and 16 maybe they have done some 12th silently. I am going to have my baby call uscis when she gets her lunch break.😁😁

I believe those 14 and 16 approvals are from the new site. I wager the latest we've seen is Jan 11 from the old site. 

[LuFlolady 881]

1 hour ago, Ayeshacharles said:

I am a beneficiary. I’m from the Vaal so the gauteng region. Thanks I will do so. I’m just getting a bit frustrated but as the saying goes good things come to those who wait. 

yes Def good things will come! I hope it speeds up too.... My frustration levels are going up!

[lilit829 368]

Just now, LuFlolady said:

yes Def good things will come! I hope it speeds up too.... My frustration levels are going up!

Same girl same. My fiance is way more patient than me and my complaining about how long this process is has gone up tenfold this past week. Our only good thing is that we're going to see each other come NOA2 or not on Sept 1st. 

[LuFlolady 881]

7 minutes ago, lilit829 said:

Same girl same. My fiance is way more patient than me and my complaining about how long this process is has gone up tenfold this past week. Our only good thing is that we're going to see each other come NOA2 or not on Sept 1st. 

Really how nice! I am thinking Sept 10th for me to go and see my baby! If there is still slow movement then I am going Sept 10th no matter what....He doesnt know I am coming I have already arranged everything just have to get the ticket

[Deehotstepper 230]

16 minutes ago, LuFlolady said:

yes Def good things will come! I hope it speeds up too.... My frustration levels are going up!

 

7 minutes ago, LuFlolady said:

Really how nice! I am thinking Sept 10th for me to go and see my baby! If there is still slow movement then I am going Sept 10th no matter what....He doesnt know I am coming I have already arranged everything just have to get the ticket

Hi Everyone, we all need to breathe and relax. Dont get all worked up now that you are near the finish line. This should be a time of excitement and anticipation because we are so near to the the end, not frustration or anxiety levels going high. To get all worked up now, will only do more harm than good, let those emotions go and try to channel that energy to positive thoughts. 

For those of us who are the petitioners, we should really focus on gathering and putting together all their documents we will need to send to our beneficiaries once approved and if you have completed that then start planning on preparing your house and space for your fiance. create a list of things you would like you and your fiance to accomplish with the first month, 6 months, 1 Year. we have a lot to do to get our beneficiaries accustomed to live in the USA and to make them comfortable. Remember, it is not easy to learn new ways and new customs as a adult when we are already set in our ways.

For the beneficiaries, this should be the time to enjoy the company of those you will leaving behind and who know when next you will see them again. there are things you can be doing now as well, getting your police report, getting your medical immunization up to date, getting your documents ready for the final stage, planning what you will do with all the things you have accumulated (Would you be able to move everything to america or what do you have to sell off or give away). you should also be researching about american history and culture, try to learn all you can, so your transition when you get here will be easier for you because it has been frustrating for some. I would suggest put together a list of things you would like to do or accomplish within your  first month, 6 months, 1 Year and discuss with your fiance.

 

we have alot to do between now and POE, lets use our time wisely to maximize chances for a successful fiance visa process and success marriage life. Just thought i share what i am and will be doing with my fiance. Hope this helps.