Tracking using DHL

[bszoom42 0]

How are you guys tracking packages from the NVC to the Delhi Consulate using DHL? Does the NVC provide a tracking number? I'm not near that point yet, but just curious.

Thanks!

[MrsAyilliath 0]

Hi,

You won't get an exact tracking number from NVC. I used the instructions in the link below and it helped me figure out around which date our case arrived to the consulate it was sent to. At that point I sent an email to the consulate to confirm receipt. I hope this helps you.

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2575

[ELW 5]

I wrote the exact instructions once and here they are:

First you need to get the "NOA2" - the Notice of Approval of your I-129F application. After getting the NOA2, you can contact the NVC about your case.

NVC Info (to find out when your case arrives/leaves there and to get NVC Case number):

Call (603) 334-0700 - press "1" for English then "5" to speak to a rep on the phone. Be ready with your USCIS case number (it's on the NOA2), beneficiary name and birthdate. K1 visas are NOT entered into the automatic system, so you have to speak personally with a rep. Reps are available 7:30 AM - 12 midnight Eastern time. Call right after they open or right before they close for best results - during the day lines are always busy. They do answer emails but sometimes it takes them 2-3 days to reply! When you get the NVC on the phone, ask them if your case has arrived and if it has, ask for the case number and write it down. Also ask them when it left for the Consulate.

Immediately after getting the NOA2 I kept calling the NVC until they got the case (it took USCIS about 2 weeks after NOA2 to send the NVC my case) and I kept calling daily until they told me when it was mailed to the Consulate.

After the case is mailed to the Consulate, you can track when it arrives.

Tracking your file via DHL from NVC to Embassy:

1. Go to http://www.dhl-usa.com/home/home.asp

2. Click on "Track"

3. Click on "Track by Reference"

4. A "Track it by reference" form will come up. Next to "Reference" type in "CORRESPONDENCE"

5. In the "Shipment pickup date range" put in the date the NVC said they mailed off your package.

6. In the box "Origin Postal Code" type in "03801"

7. Press on the red "Track" button

8. Several pages of results will come up. Look through the "Receiver's Name" for your Embassy. There might be several packages going to your embassy - but you won't know which one is yours. Anyway, most sent on the same day will arrive the same day. Press on the red "Tracking number" of any package going to your Embassy and up will come a page showing where it is now. You can also sign up for notification by email when it is delivered.

After your case arrives at the Consulate, after a few days if you have not received Packet 3, you can start calling up the Consulate or emailing them, saying your case has arrived, give the NVC case number and ask when Packet 3 will be mailed!

[bszoom42 0]

Thank you very much!

[doc_cute 0]

I wrote the exact instructions once and here they are:

First you need to get the "NOA2" - the Notice of Approval of your I-129F application. After getting the NOA2, you can contact the NVC about your case.

NVC Info (to find out when your case arrives/leaves there and to get NVC Case number):

Call (603) 334-0700 - press "1" for English then "5" to speak to a rep on the phone. Be ready with your USCIS case number (it's on the NOA2), beneficiary name and birthdate. K1 visas are NOT entered into the automatic system, so you have to speak personally with a rep. Reps are available 7:30 AM - 12 midnight Eastern time. Call right after they open or right before they close for best results - during the day lines are always busy. They do answer emails but sometimes it takes them 2-3 days to reply! When you get the NVC on the phone, ask them if your case has arrived and if it has, ask for the case number and write it down. Also ask them when it left for the Consulate.

Immediately after getting the NOA2 I kept calling the NVC until they got the case (it took USCIS about 2 weeks after NOA2 to send the NVC my case) and I kept calling daily until they told me when it was mailed to the Consulate.

After the case is mailed to the Consulate, you can track when it arrives.

Tracking your file via DHL from NVC to Embassy:

1. Go to http://www.dhl-usa.com/home/home.asp

2. Click on "Track"

3. Click on "Track by Reference"

4. A "Track it by reference" form will come up. Next to "Reference" type in "CORRESPONDENCE"

5. In the "Shipment pickup date range" put in the date the NVC said they mailed off your package.

6. In the box "Origin Postal Code" type in "03801"

7. Press on the red "Track" button

8. Several pages of results will come up. Look through the "Receiver's Name" for your Embassy. There might be several packages going to your embassy - but you won't know which one is yours. Anyway, most sent on the same day will arrive the same day. Press on the red "Tracking number" of any package going to your Embassy and up will come a page showing where it is now. You can also sign up for notification by email when it is delivered.

After your case arrives at the Consulate, after a few days if you have not received Packet 3, you can start calling up the Consulate or emailing them, saying your case has arrived, give the NVC case number and ask when Packet 3 will be mailed!

thanks a lot eileen for this awesome info

i will be needing this soon long with many others

regards,

mala

[ELW 5]

You're all welcome!

I put it in several forums over the months, knew I'd be needing it again so put it in a saved file on my computer. Wish the search feature on VJ would be better or wish they would include this detailed info in the guides!

[doc_cute 0]

You're all welcome!

I put it in several forums over the months, knew I'd be needing it again so put it in a saved file on my computer. Wish the search feature on VJ would be better or wish they would include this detailed info in the guides!

hello the tracking isnt possible dhl says

"You are authorized to use DHL tracking systems solely to track shipments tendered by or for you to DHL. Any other use of DHL tracking systems and information is strictly prohibited."

pls do correct me if i m wrong

thx

mala

[ELW 5]

"You are authorized to use DHL tracking systems solely to track shipments tendered by or for you to DHL. Any other use of DHL tracking systems and information is strictly prohibited."

I tested it and didn't get that message, but I got a message asking for the Customer number and under Reference/Correspondence is the message: "This reference was found on a large number of shipments. Unable to track using this search criteria."

Wow, it looks like it is no longer possible to track visa case shipments?! Comments, anyone??!!

[doc_cute 0]

"You are authorized to use DHL tracking systems solely to track shipments tendered by or for you to DHL. Any other use of DHL tracking systems and information is strictly prohibited."

I tested it and didn't get that message, but I got a message asking for the Customer number and under Reference/Correspondence is the message: "This reference was found on a large number of shipments. Unable to track using this search criteria."

Wow, it looks like it is no longer possible to track visa case shipments?! Comments, anyone??!!

it isnt possible anymore eileen

bad luck for all of us

but i went personally to fiind if they received my packet

n YIPEE IT DID

HOPE THEY SEND ME THE PACKET SOON NOW

[ELW 5]

Very sad that DHL tracking is no longer available; this is just yet another example of how the details in the visa journey keep changing!

Good luck with getting your packet soon, and don't forgot to update your forum signature & Timeline!

[doc_cute 0]

Very sad that DHL tracking is no longer available; this is just yet another example of how the details in the visa journey keep changing!

Good luck with getting your packet soon, and don't forgot to update your forum signature & Timeline!

i will i havent received my packet, my signatures r up to date

i wonder i have heard nobody ever received packets from delhi n went there personally

lets see if i receive

[ELW 5]

OK sorry I get a little mixed up with the spouse visas.

[vikasp 0]

(sorry for brining up an old thread)

DHL tracking is not possible online but they do help you if you call them!

[doc_cute 0]

thanks vikas