MARCH 2019 K-1 NOA2 ----> NVC

[Eli❤Mica 41]

Hey everyone, just keen to know your opinion on my case.

 

My fiancé and I are meeting in Japan this June 8. Hotel and tickets were both booked since February. We passed the medical exam last week and the earliest available interview slot as of today is May 23rd. Any idea how long it usually takes for the passport with visa to arrive? Is it safer to book the interview after our trip (June 17 onwards)? Or has anyone of you ever "borrowed" your passport from the USEM after passing the interview?

 

I'm asking because:

1. If I schedule it on May 23rd and get denied, we can get married in June (Japan or Philippines) then take the CR1 route. (Not sure if I'll be able to get the passport in time before the trip though.)

2. If I schedule it after our trip, and get denied, it will be costly as he'll have to book another trip to the Philippines.

 

Not really trying to be a pessimist here, but I'm just considering our options time-wise and money-wise. Hope you can help me! Thank you.

Edited April 27, 2019 by Eli❤Mica

[Fe.Ta 874]

Could someone tell me what I would need to do if my case reaches the 6 weeks without NVC having my case or issuing a case number?  I am getting closer to 5 by this Monday I believe.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

13 hours ago, Eli❤Mica said:

Hey everyone, just keen to know your opinion on my case.

 

My fiancé and I are meeting in Japan this June 8. Hotel and tickets were both booked since February. We passed the medical exam last week and the earliest available interview slot as of today is May 23rd. Any idea how long it usually takes for the passport with visa to arrive? Is it safer to book the interview after our trip (June 17 onwards)? Or has anyone of you ever "borrowed" your passport from the USEM after passing the interview?

 

I'm asking because:

1. If I schedule it on May 23rd and get denied, we can get married in June (Japan or Philippines) then take the CR1 route. (Not sure if I'll be able to get the passport in time before the trip though.)

2. If I schedule it after our trip, and get denied, it will be costly as he'll have to book another trip to the Philippines.

 

Not really trying to be a pessimist here, but I'm just considering our options time-wise and money-wise. Hope you can help me! Thank you.

No one can say how long if we could we would be rich from playing lottery. 

 

Philippines is the easiest embassy to interview at. 99.9999999 ppl pass. You can schedule before or after makes no difference. 

4 hours ago, Fe.Ta said:

Could someone tell me what I would need to do if my case reaches the 6 weeks without NVC having my case or issuing a case number?  I am getting closer to 5 by this Monday I believe.

Nothing but wait longer with more patience. 

[Eli❤Mica 41]

8 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

No one can say how long if we could we would be rich from playing lottery. 

 

Philippines is the easiest embassy to interview at. 99.9999999 ppl pass. You can schedule before or after makes no difference. 

Nothing but wait longer with more patience. 

99.99% sounds perfect! Thanks @Greenbaum, you're the best 💯

[Helenlc 157]

On 4/26/2019 at 10:12 AM, nitad3 said:

Glad it went well for you! I have mine in 3 days, so I'm super nervous. Any last minute tips? 

 Its really simple make sure you have all the paperwork in order... and be prepared to wait... between each bit

 

[Sarge2155 4,587]

19 hours ago, Fe.Ta said:

Could someone tell me what I would need to do if my case reaches the 6 weeks without NVC having my case or issuing a case number?  I am getting closer to 5 by this Monday I believe.

Have you called them yet, they usually don't take that long?

[Fe.Ta 874]

37 minutes ago, Sarge2155 said:

Have you called them yet, they usually don't take that long?

I have been calling them several times per week and nothing.  I even wrote a couple of e-mails.  The latest one (received yesterday) said something along the lines of me not providing them with all the necessary information to search (even though I did because I re-read the submission).  Nevertheless, I submitted another inquiry asking them about my case and even putting the information I "missed" previously within the message.  I know it can take up to 6 weeks, but as you said, that is not as common or has been happening lately, so I am getting a bit concerned.

[Sarge2155 4,587]

8 minutes ago, Fe.Ta said:

I have been calling them several times per week and nothing.  I even wrote a couple of e-mails.  The latest one (received yesterday) said something along the lines of me not providing them with all the necessary information to search (even though I did because I re-read the submission).  Nevertheless, I submitted another inquiry asking them about my case and even putting the information I "missed" previously within the message.  I know it can take up to 6 weeks, but as you said, that is not as common or has been happening lately, so I am getting a bit concerned.

So your case IS or IS NOT at NVC? NVC can do an inquiry back to USCIS to find out what happened but I think they wait the 8 weeks to do that, try requesting they do that and see what they say, other than that I think your only recourse is continue to wait and call.

[Fe.Ta 874]

2 minutes ago, Sarge2155 said:

So your case IS or IS NOT at NVC? NVC can do an inquiry back to USCIS to find out what happened but I think they wait the 8 weeks to do that, try requesting they do that and see what they say, other than that I think your only recourse is continue to wait and call.

No, from what I know is not even at NVC.  They keep asking me if it has been 6 weeks, which I assume is to then to that inquiry you mentioned.  I guess I will wait patiently until the 6-week mark and see if they can do that for me.  Thanks! 😥

[Sarge2155 4,587]

9 minutes ago, Fe.Ta said:

No, from what I know is not even at NVC.  They keep asking me if it has been 6 weeks, which I assume is to then to that inquiry you mentioned.  I guess I will wait patiently until the 6-week mark and see if they can do that for me.  Thanks! 😥

Have  you tried to call USCIS I know that's like pulling teeth. Seems like they could tell you if ur case is sent out to NVC.

Edited April 28, 2019 by Sarge2155

[Fe.Ta 874]

15 minutes ago, Sarge2155 said:

Have  you tried to call USCIS I know that's like pulling teeth. Seems like they could tell you if ur case is sent out to NVC.

Thanks for the input. I am going to do that this week then. Yes, I’ve heard is tough to get through but it doesn’t hurt to try. :) At least by doing so, even if I don’t get an answer, I know I’ve tried everything to avoid any issues. Thank you for your help! 

 

[nitad3 80]

Just dropped my my fiancée and dog in Southampton for their cruise to New York. Have my medical tomorrow and interview booked for 17th of May. Everything feels like it's s moving at the speed of lightening!!! 

Edited April 28, 2019 by nitad3

[fluffykim 333]

3 hours ago, Fe.Ta said:

Thanks for the input. I am going to do that this week then. Yes, I’ve heard is tough to get through but it doesn’t hurt to try. At least by doing so, even if I don’t get an answer, I know I’ve tried everything to avoid any issues. Thank you for your help! 

 

FYI I was 5 weeks too. It’s frustrating for sure.  I think they slowing down a bit 

[Mel T 8]

On 4/25/2019 at 1:40 PM, Kristina0394 said:

Is there anybody else who got NOA2 after March 25th but hasn't gotten anything from NVC yet?

yes March 29th.  I was wondering if we were the only ones.

[Sarge2155 4,587]

4 hours ago, fluffykim said:

FYI I was 5 weeks too. It’s frustrating for sure.  I think they slowing down a bit 

But you are in there now gurl!!!!!!!! LOL