March 2018 I-129f Filers

[Meu Amor 180]

2 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Each case stands on it's own and is processed but may not be on the same timeline as someone else who applied the same time you did. Background checks and home country's have a great influence on the timing. To get a better idea use these tools.

 

1. It's advisable that once you receive your NOA2 that you contact NVC via https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html to update your email address as well as your beneficiary's email address.

 

2.  Use the tools here in VJ to answer "when I am going to get etc. etc." question. Near your picture there is a link for your timeline. Select it and once you're on the next page near your picture  you will see "follow similar timelines" and it will populate 12 other couples who are near your dates. Scroll down and you will see a "spreadsheet" style page showing all the variables for measurement for when others from your Embassy are getting the same notice of approval or action.  Try it. It really works!

 

3. And if you want to follow those from other countries that have similar timelines as yours there are several tools available to you. Go up to Immigration Timelines on the blue ribbon above and select it. Once you are on the next page looked to your left and you will see a box that states, "find similar timelines" and select it. A list will populate with those who are processing close to your timeline. When they start to change you will soon be behind them.

 

I followed those that were in my group to give me an idea where they were in processing so I could judge if I was ahead or behind.  It's pretty accurate, maybe within a day or so.

 

If you choose to follow those twelve members then you will get an email every time their status updates.

awesome stuff as usual!! 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

5 hours ago, RayAndCrisnaLyn said:

Just received our NOA2 email this morning.

Once you receive your case number it's time to be in charge of what time you choose when things get done. To smooth that trail for you I have a few things that will help you process your visa there in the Philippines.

 

Start by visiting Hanks site where he has taken the time and research, and of course it helps if you spent 8 plus years helping folks in the Philippines sub-forum get their visas, where he has listed each step. With those steps he includes the what, when and why to completing the item. Many have used the website and have had little or NO problems securing a visa from USEM.

 

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/k-1-visa-application.html

 

Next you'll want to connect with those who are processing through the Philippines in the VJ Philippines sub-forum that way you will be with like minded ppl who are sharing their experiences and also asking and answering questions. Since most in this thread are processing through another country they would be hard pressed to explain what is needed for the Philippines.

 

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/129-philippines/

 

You'll find this on Hank's website but I will give it to you early and that is the Packet 3 Letter for USEM. It's found here:

https://ph.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/fiancee-visa/the-interview/

 

Here is the Packet 3 letter.

https://ph.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2016/08/K1-and-K2-Applicant-Interview-Preparation-Instructions-08112016-English-336KB.pdf

 

There you have it. Everything you need to get your visa. Good luck and smooth sailing.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

4 hours ago, Hirotoyoto said:

hi when you called did you talk to someone or was it just automated telling you you got approved already?

First, don't begin calling for 10 business days after you get your text message (NOA2). Second, you will need the Petitioner's and Beneficiaries full name and date of birth.

 

Call 603-334-0700 or 603-334-0888 Be prepared for a wait. Tell the operator that you are requesting a case number for your K-1. They will ask for the receipt number located on the left top of your I-797 (NOA2) form. Then he/she will either tell you that they have not received your case or you will be asked for the names and date of birth. If they don't have the case, you will be told it can take 30 to 45 days for them to receive it and to wait however many days/weeks and call back. That's a pad answer so ignore it. You can call back the next day or as often as you want. NVC's hours are 7am to 12 am (midnight) eastern time. Monday through Friday except Federal Holidays. Calling early at 7 am on the dot will get you in the fastest or calling late the lines to be open most often.

 

When you have your case number, enter it here https://ceac.state.g...ker/status.aspx and it will tell you one of three things... At NVC, In Transit, or Ready.

 

[Alan&Alex 173]

OMG. I just reviewed our application for the 20th time (19 times before sending) and found that I neglected to put my phone number. Can’t believe I missed that. I guess I read “preparer” instead of “petitioner” there. I hope that’s what we’re getting a RFE over. Still waiting on it to arrive in the mail. I’ll be both relieved and pissed at myself for such a simple overlook. 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

5 hours ago, datnukkahd said:

 

I just checked and I'm approved now!!!

Congratulations.   Soon you will be onto the next big task; your interview at your Embassy (where ever that is).

 

Many of our answers are predicated on the information you supply in your profile. When we look at the left column and can't determine your timeline or your Embassy it's hard for us to give you a factual answer. If you look at the profile of others here, they have a flag for their country, so it makes it easy for us to reply as we can quickly determine your Embassy. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile.

 

So, if you could help yourself out and complete your profile that sure would help us out when we want to reply to your question with factual information.

 

Go to the top right of this page select your name (it's on the upper right hand corner)>my profile>[below your picture on the right column] edit my profile. Scroll to the bottom and fill in "Immigration Info". There now we can better serve you.

 

Thanks

[Greenbaum 12,259]

1 minute ago, Alan&Alex said:

OMG. I just reviewed our application for the 20th time (19 times before sending) and found that I neglected to put my phone number. Can’t believe I missed that. I guess I read “preparer” instead of “petitioner” there. I hope that’s what we’re getting a RFE over. Still waiting on it to arrive in the mail. I’ll be both relieved and pissed at myself for such a simple overlook. 

Small things like that usually don't cause RFE's. Maybe from this link you can ascertain what the RFE is about.

 

Here on VJ they have created a spreadsheet where couples have added their RFE information and it makes for a good primer while you are waiting for your RFE.

 

Here is the link to the RFE thread:

 

http://www.visajourn...fe-master-list/

 

Here is the link to the actual document in google docs: 

 

https://docs.google....dit?usp=sharing

 

[Alan&Alex 173]

Just now, Greenbaum said:

Small things like that usually don't cause RFE's. Maybe from this link you can ascertain what the RFE is about.

 

Here on VJ they have created a spreadsheet where couples have added their RFE information and it makes for a good primer while you are waiting for your RFE.

 

Here is the link to the RFE thread:

 

http://www.visajourn...fe-master-list/

 

Here is the link to the actual document in google docs: 

 

https://docs.google....dit?usp=sharing

 

I’ll find out soon enough. Haha. I have a few thoughts on what it could be. Just hope it’s solething simple. I’ve read some cases of missed checked boxes and the like leading to RFEs. In a Facebook group, someone got one for putting NA instead of NO. Although I guess that could be a big difference depending on the question. 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

10 hours ago, Selina A said:

Hello, I am wondering why the current processing times in VISAJOURNET don't change anymore? It s been more than 4 days that there is no change in the dates 

Maybe those that have gotten updated notices have not taken the time to update their timelines. It does happen.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

10 hours ago, Strontium said:

Chiming in on recent approval.  Old site showed approved yesterday 9/27, new site still said received.  This morning, both sites show approved.

 

Old site:  Received  3/22/2018, Approved 9/27/2018

New site:  Received 3/27/2018, Approved 9/27/2018

 

Edit: 5 minutes after making this reply, I got the email notification about the action taken on the case.

 

Good luck to everyone that is still waiting.

 

 

Once you receive your case number it's time to be in charge of what time you choose when things get done. To smooth that trail for you I have a few things that will help you process your visa there in the Philippines.

 

Start by visiting Hanks site where he has taken the time and research, and of course it helps if you spent 8 plus years helping folks in the Philippines sub-forum get their visas, where he has listed each step. With those steps he includes the what, when and why to completing the item. Many have used the website and have had little or NO problems securing a visa from USEM.

 

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/k-1-visa-application.html

 

Next you'll want to connect with those who are processing through the Philippines in the VJ Philippines sub-forum that way you will be with like minded ppl who are sharing their experiences and also asking and answering questions. Since most in this thread are processing through another country they would be hard pressed to explain what is needed for the Philippines.

 

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/129-philippines/

 

You'll find this on Hank's website but I will give it to you early and that is the Packet 3 Letter for USEM. It's found here:

https://ph.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/fiancee-visa/the-interview/

 

Here is the Packet 3 letter.

https://ph.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/82/2016/08/K1-and-K2-Applicant-Interview-Preparation-Instructions-08112016-English-336KB.pdf

 

There you have it. Everything you need to get your visa. Good luck and smooth sailing.

[Alan&Alex 173]

1 minute ago, Alan&Alex said:

I’ll find out soon enough. Haha. I have a few thoughts on what it could be. Just hope it’s solething simple. I’ve read some cases of missed checked boxes and the like leading to RFEs. In a Facebook group, someone got one for putting NA instead of NO. Although I guess that could be a big difference depending on the question. 

Doesn’t look like that list has been updated in years?

[BananaButton5 175]

2 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Maybe those that have gotten updated notices have not taken the time to update their timelines. It does happen.

Mine has moved backwards by 4 days in the past couple of weeks (which is funny because I'm already half a month past that estimated date range anyway so it doesn't matter), so I'm not sure what this person is seeing on their timeline. *shrug*

Edited September 28, 2018 by BananaButton5

[G C 40]

Oh man. Really hope we get our approval soon. 😕

 Received two inactivity notifications already. 

 

Old site - March 5

New site - March 8

[Hirotoyoto 36]

2 hours ago, G&E said:

I talked to an officer he ask me a couple of question and put me on hold for a few minutes and told me that my case was approved the 24th. My case still haven’t been updated on the website. I’m out of the country but someone back home confirmed that I did received the approval letter in the mail the day before yesterday so that was the 26th.

hi, how are you able to talk to a person? when i called them it was just an automation speaking. thanks

[Greenbaum 12,259]

15 minutes ago, Hirotoyoto said:

hi, how are you able to talk to a person? when i called them it was just an automation speaking. thanks

To get a live person you have to reply to the prompts the ones that say "if you want ______ press 3, if you want _____ press 4" etc.

 

1 for English, then 7 (or 5, but I would go 7 as they would tell you if you should call 5 instead after they receive your case.)

Edited September 28, 2018 by Greenbaum

[Greenbaum 12,259]

1 hour ago, Alan&Alex said:

Doesn’t look like that list has been updated in years?

There is a discuss thread about RFE's maybe it would be of some help.