March 2018 I-129f Filers

[Edisela 28]

6 hours ago, S.L said:

NOA1 March 16 old site

NOA1 March 20 new site....

Congrats!!! That is our same date. Just that we are march 21 on new site and 16 on old site. I am wondering if they going in order of country by Month. Because the case number approval is not in order. 

Edited September 17, 2018 by Edisela

[Meu Amor 180]

38 minutes ago, Edisela said:

Congrats!!! That is our same date. Just that we are march 21 on new site and 16 on old site. I am wondering if they going in order of country by Month. Because the case number approval is not in order. 

No, no specific order. It's random. Some cases get lucky and get approved ahead of others...there are still Dec, Jan and Feb filers who have not received approvals.

[BJ & Christine 1,392]

44 minutes ago, Edisela said:

Congrats!!! That is our same date. Just that we are march 21 on new site and 16 on old site. I am wondering if they going in order of country by Month. Because the case number approval is not in order. 

There is no rhyme or reason to how uscis processes case. All u can do it wait. Stay busy and dont stress if people after u get approved. 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

4 hours ago, Pauie18 said:

Thanks for taking the time to reply. I guess I'm just a little confused. It said petitioner that has lived in the Philippines for over a year since turning 18 needs a CENOMAR?  Since I am the petitioner, does that mean I need one too? I went to school over there for college, that's when I met my fiance.

When asking a question and you are referring back to something you have read, one could assume that it is material to the one who will answer. Can you provide the link where you are reading this from. Once I review I will be happy to reply. Thanks.

[Pauie18 56]

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/k-1-visa-application.html@Greenbaum I found that on visa connection Philippines.  I Don't know if it's a reliable source, but I found it from this thread somewhere a while back.  I'll try to add the link but I'm not sure if I'm Doing it right.. 😂 I'm technology challenged. 😂 

Edited September 18, 2018 by Pauie18

[Greenbaum 12,259]

8 hours ago, Pauie18 said:

http://www.visaconnection-philippines.com/k-1-visa-application.html@Greenbaum I found that on visa connection Philippines.  I Don't know if it's a reliable source, but I found it from this thread somewhere a while back.  I'll try to add the link but I'm not sure if I'm Doing it right.. 😂 I'm technology challenged. 😂 

 

It is age related as to when you lived in the Phils for needing the CENOMAR

 

A CENOMAR is also required for a petitioner who was born in the Philippines and lived in the country for at least one (1) year upon reaching the age of 18.

 

https://ph.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/family-based-immigration/the-interview/

 

I hope this helps.

[The_Empyrean 733]

Hi All!

Been shadowing whole past two weeks. How's everyone?

Glad to see so many approvals! Some are really really close to my date, fingers crossed. 
It's been so nerve wrecking past week, intertwined with excitement. 

Got a couple questions. I'm getting stuff ready for Affidavit of Support. Got a letter from my employer, same thing for cosponsor (JUST IN CASE). Now, as far as i understand cosponsor basically does the same thing as i do? Fill out the same form, W2, Tax return, bank statement, employer letter, correct?

And for bank statement.. Do i have to actually go to the bank and ask them for something like my account history, or whole year bank statement or summary is sufficient enough to them where it would show my 2017- to date income and expenses?

What else i can get ready for my Fiance? As i want to send everything over as soon as i get NOA2 (assuming i will get approved). Got employer letter, W2 copy, Tax return copy for past 2 years.
Anything else, that i should get ready ahead of time? I just realized i haven't done the copies of original forms that i sent to USCIS... (I know stupid of me). Should i fill out the form again and send it along with other stuff to my Fiance? (most of the stuff, pictures, letter of intent, cover letter etc i have in my email as i use it to save, in case something like this happens..) Or i shouldn't worry and just send over the Affidavit of support, supporting paperwork, another letter of intent, and that should be good enough?

Thank You!

[Claudia Flores 8]

I called USCIS today and they told me my case was accepted on September 14th. 

No update on either site or text. I should be recieving my hard copy notice this week. 

Best of luck to everyone!! 

Old site:03/02/18

New site: 03/06/18 

[Alan&Alex 173]

19 minutes ago, Claudia Flores said:

I called USCIS today and they told me my case was accepted on September 14th. 

No update on either site or text. I should be recieving my hard copy notice this week. 

Best of luck to everyone!! 

Old site:03/02/18

New site: 03/06/18 

Did the first person you talked to tell you this? Or did you have to be given over to a "tier2?"

[Claudia Flores 8]

8 minutes ago, Alan&Alex said:

Did the first person you talked to tell you this? Or did you have to be given over to a "tier2?"

Yes the first person. I called again to make sure but the first person I got the second time was really rude so I asked to be transferred to a tier 2 and he confirmed my approval! 

[Alan&Alex 173]

5 minutes ago, Claudia Flores said:

Yes the first person. I called again to make sure but the first person I got the second time was really rude so I asked to be transferred to a tier 2 and he confirmed my approval! 

I couldn't help calling a week or so ago. The lady was nice but obviously reading from a script. I chickened out asking for tier2. I've tried to not be anxious this week seeing approvals but y'all know it's hard 🙂

[Claudia Flores 8]

3 minutes ago, Alan&Alex said:

I couldn't help calling a week or so ago. The lady was nice but obviously reading from a script. I chickened out asking for tier2. I've tried to not be anxious this week seeing approvals but y'all know it's hard 🙂

Don’t be scared to ask for one! When I started seeing March approvals I would call like 2 times a week. I would always be transferred to tier 2. Yes trust me I know, I was there. I hope your approval comes soon🙏🏻

Edited September 18, 2018 by Claudia Flores

[BananaButton5 175]

3 minutes ago, Alan&Alex said:

I couldn't help calling a week or so ago. The lady was nice but obviously reading from a script. I chickened out asking for tier2. I've tried to not be anxious this week seeing approvals but y'all know it's hard 🙂

I keep telling myself I'm not anxious but as soon as I was seeing people in the second half of March getting approved my brain was like "oh no, this is our biggest fear, we're getting left behind!" Anyway, I promised myself I wouldn't call until day 220 and I'm just now coming up on 200, so I'll keep waiting for now! 

[Meu Amor 180]

Quick question about "Affidavit of Support". On page 4 question 38. 

 

Do I need to check the "intend" box? or No

[Edisela 28]

3 hours ago, Claudia Flores said:

I called USCIS today and they told me my case was accepted on September 14th. 

No update on either site or text. I should be recieving my hard copy notice this week. 

Best of luck to everyone!! 

Old site:03/02/18

New site: 03/06/18 

Hey congrats, what time did you call and for how long did you have to wait for them to answer the phone? did you use the regular number which is the 1800-375-5283? and did you press any other number?