August 2017 I-129F Filers, Part II

[MandW 310]

so how many here (aug) still waiting on noa2 ?

[PJN&MMR 107]

36 minutes ago, AndyAspen said:

I did exactly that. actually the tier 2 supervisor was rather empathetic. He said something interesting, and maybe it was just a slip up, but I submitted a CASE INQUIRY electronically, and he mentioned that whe nyou do that they will physically go to your file and check it, and he said, then it will go back into the back of the pile.  He really said that. THE BACK! so just curious, who here submitted a case inquiry and is still waiting? maybe they do take your file out and move it backwards in line.....

Well that sucks - yeah somewhere I read not to open a case. Probably true. Don't disrupt the process they have. Given how long we all have been waiting, it's not "your case" so much but overall backlog. 

[JK & NB 16]

7 hours ago, streanor said:

Day 190 for August 31st. Come on NOA2 I'm so ready for you!!!!

August 31st here.The anxiety is too much

[mx5john 33]

16 minutes ago, MandW said:

so how many here (aug) still waiting on noa2 ?

According to Naes last scan...  1907 August filers still waiting.

[AndyAspen 46]

22 minutes ago, mx5john said:

According to Naes last scan...  1907 August filers still waiting.

likely still a good amount of june filers, but how many people abandon their timelines? 50%?

[Hbomb 22]

Holy cow! I’m seeing how people have provided tomes of evidence in their initial applications. I only sent two photos and two pairs of airline tickets when we travelled together. Then again I made a note on the application that we lived only a three hour trip over the border and saw each other every weekend. (NOA1 Aug 24th, NOA2 Feb 23rd). 

However since I got my NOA2, visiting my fiancé has become a huge hassle, as now I am no longer viewed as a visitor but as a potential immigrant, so the last few times I’ve tried to cross I’ve been moved aside and thoroughly questioned and asked to provide evidence of my return, even though when I was dating, crossing was a breeze. 

Anyhoo, I’m still checking up on you guys and wishing you the best and do not give up!! 

[streanor 405]

38 minutes ago, Jane wanjiku said:

August 31st here.The anxiety is too much

I'm right with you! I feel like I kept very patient up until this point.. but the anxiety is definitely setting in now.

[mx5john 33]

3 minutes ago, AndyAspen said:

likely still a good amount of june filers, but how many people abandon their timelines? 50%?

Naes scans are from the USCIS website, so those should be the ones that still say "My Case Was Received"...

 

I see some people posting that they call to find that they are approved or getting an RFE.  ...and still others say they got a letter in the mail and in both cases the website still says "Recieved".

 

I get that they may be behind in updating their website, but seeing 946 June cases that still show "Received" makes me wonder.

[TBoneTX 44,791]

Five earlier posts have been removed for violating the site's Terms of Service (assaultive or belittling posts), along with posts quoting or referring to that material.

 

Folks, this process is not fun in the slightest.  In fact, it can be agonizing torment.  However, if you stick together and unfailingly support each other, you'll "bend" but never "break."

 

After you do some violent physical exercise to relieve some stress, here's some reading to help you kill time.

 

1.  For some perspective on the whole process, see:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/410945-k-1-journey-completed/

 

It needs updating, but it's still valid.

 

2.  For an irreverent look at the hindquarters of the process, see (if you dare):

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/382775-mrs-t-b-the-citizenship-test/

 

Feel free to add comments in either thread, and to leave the reputation vote of your choice.

 

[Swissmiss82 1,620]

57 minutes ago, mx5john said:

According to Naes last scan...  1907 August filers still waiting.

please note that there were soooo many silent approvals with no updates online or on the app.

the estimate is at least 500 - 800

[KAF 56]

2 hours ago, MandW said:

you mean almost everybody that didn't use a lawyer getting rfe. 

Lol yeah us who can’t afford lawyers.  congratulations on you getting your noa2. Your lawyer did a good job.

[Jesus 54]

1 hour ago, streanor said:

I'm right with you! I feel like I kept very patient up until this point.. but the anxiety is definitely setting in now.

They still havent touch August 31st correct?

[MK878 16]

8 hours ago, PJN&MMR said:

I cant come up with a reason based on the little I know. Did you self file or use an attorney? 

 

All - I wonder if this is “extreme vetting”.

like TSA, they change their tactics regularly. Some get through the line while others are subject to more verification. Rediculous to a valid app, not so to a bad actor. You could wing it and just send more stuff and hope for approval, or use a reputable immi attorney. The attorney would need to see everything you sent them and then help you sort what you might be able to explain or send that will satisfy them accordingly. Flip the coin on which to do.

 

We hired an attorney, we were not risking this to some mistake or problem overlooked. Stressful enough and it delayed our application getting to them a few weeks, but she was helpful and making sure everything was in order, nothing missing. Etc.

I think there's a bit of a confusion. I received my NOA2 yesterday. I was only helping out another couple that received an RFE and wanted some help on what all they could submit to prove that they met. But great to hear it all worked out for you!

[PJN&MMR 107]

2 minutes ago, MK878 said:

I think there's a bit of a confusion. I received my NOA2 yesterday. I was only helping out another couple that received an RFE and wanted some help on what all they could submit to prove that they met. But great to hear it all worked out for you!

SORRY! - I must not be seeing the previous thread. This thins is making my eyes bug out of my head.

[mx5john 33]

21 minutes ago, Jesus said:

They still havent touch August 31st correct?

According to the USCIS website scan - there are 4 approved and 15 RFE's for August 31 already.  (see Naes post/scan)