October 2019 K-1 NOA2 to NVC to EMBASSY

[MClopes 0]

6 minutes ago, Russ&MaryAnn said:

I wouldn’t worry; my NVC arrival date was 10/9 and it didn’t get sent to the embassy until last week 

Thanks!
I was happy that NOA2 took only 2 months and thought it would go even faster after that.
I am concerned about the doctor's office closing for the holidays and then my interview gets delayed, but I guess I should just stop overthinking haha

[Raizee 93]

Could anyone tell please should choose option 5 or 7 when calling NVC for case number status?

 

the PDF says 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.)

 

Please can someone share from their experience, thanks. 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

12 hours ago, MClopes said:

Thanks!
I was happy that NOA2 took only 2 months and thought it would go even faster after that.
I am concerned about the doctor's office closing for the holidays and then my interview gets delayed, but I guess I should just stop overthinking haha

Over thinking this process can lead to hallucinations. Be careful. 

 

 

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. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile. 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 their Embassy. The country that should be used is the country where the interview will take place.

 

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.

 

Once you finish that then return and you will see a flag in your profile. Select it and see what wonderful information will open up for you.

 

Thanks

[Greenbaum 12,259]

2 hours ago, Raizee said:

Could anyone tell please should choose option 5 or 7 when calling NVC for case number status?

 

the PDF says 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.)

 

Please can someone share from their experience, thanks. 

I can't answer your question as I haven't called in some time. Maybe someone who has recently called can help us understand the quickest way to someone on the phone. Once that is exposed then i can update the PDF file. Thanks for asking the question.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

On 11/2/2019 at 6:55 PM, Pamola said:

@Greenbaum Would you happen to have the P3 for the US consulate in Rio de Janeiro? 

One more housekeeping chore.

 

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. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile. 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 their Embassy. The country that should be used is the country where the interview will take place.

 

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.

 

Once you finish that then return and you will see a flag in your profile. Select it and see what wonderful information will open up for you.

 

Thanks

[Greenbaum 12,259]

13 hours ago, MClopes said:

Hi!

Anyone with a NOA2 date of September 27th-ish got an update from NVC?
According to the case number it was created on October 24th and the status is still "NVC". Does it seem accurate or should I worry?

Thanks!

I created a PDF file that address's many of your concerns so that you do not have to ask as we have answered most of these types of questions over and over. In the PDF your answer is number 9. PDF can be access from the first page of this thread, second entry. It will explain why you are where you are and when you can expect to be on your way to your embassy. Hope this helps.

[Raizee 93]

54 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

I can't answer your question as I haven't called in some time. Maybe someone who has recently called can help us understand the quickest way to someone on the phone. Once that is exposed then i can update the PDF file. Thanks for asking the question.

Thanks very much, one thing i have found which maybe helpful to update your PDs file:

 

1-603-334-0700 For Immigrant Visa Service

1- 603-334-0888 For none Immigrant Visa Service 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

54 minutes ago, Raizee said:

Thanks very much, one thing i have found which maybe helpful to update your PDs file:

 

1-603-334-0700 For Immigrant Visa Service

1- 603-334-0888 For none Immigrant Visa Service 

Thanks just the same, but those number are already in the PDF Item number 2.

 

2. Checking on your embassy case number from NVC: It will take 30 days (some sooner)  for NVC to receive your file from USCIS after you receive the NOA2, then another 5 - 10 business days for NVC to get your file in their system and produce your case number. Call 9:00 am eastern time for shorter wait times. NVC hours have changed and are now 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.

 

1-603-334-0700 or 603-334-0888. Operator assistance is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Eastern Time) 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.)

[Raizee 93]

10 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Thanks just the same, but those number are already in the PDF Item number 2.

 

2. Checking on your embassy case number from NVC: It will take 30 days (some sooner)  for NVC to receive your file from USCIS after you receive the NOA2, then another 5 - 10 business days for NVC to get your file in their system and produce your case number. Call 9:00 am eastern time for shorter wait times. NVC hours have changed and are now 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.

 

1-603-334-0700 or 603-334-0888. Operator assistance is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Eastern Time) 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.)

Yes they are i just clarify which is for immigrant and which is for non immigrant calls.  

[Greenbaum 12,259]

1 hour ago, Raizee said:

Yes they are i just clarify which is for immigrant and which is for non immigrant calls.  

Thank you. I changed the PDF to include the designation.

[Klugscheißer 182]

4 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

I can't answer your question as I haven't called in some time. Maybe someone who has recently called can help us understand the quickest way to someone on the phone. Once that is exposed then i can update the PDF file. Thanks for asking the question.

I just called them. I called at 9 am today and was on hold for a little more than an hour. Got through the voicemail to the different one on the 9th try.

It's still 7 that you have to push to talk to a representative. Or at least, that's what I did.

[A&W123 9]

On 10/29/2019 at 5:03 AM, Greenbaum said:

 

We received our NOA2 hard copy last Monday, and the notice date on NOA2 is Oct 24.

 

I saw that the notice will be valid until Feb 22, 2020.

 

Does it mean that my interview date should be before the expiration date or the interview should be scheduled before that date?

 

 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

52 minutes ago, A&W123 said:

We received our NOA2 hard copy last Monday, and the notice date on NOA2 is Oct 24.

 

I saw that the notice will be valid until Feb 22, 2020.

 

Does it mean that my interview date should be before the expiration date or the interview should be scheduled before that date?

 

 

It means you must complete your interview by that date (Feb 22, 2020). The NOA2 is good for one year but they want you to complete your interview within that four month initial period. You can get an extension through the embassy but you BETTER have a good excuse. Just saying.

[C&O 31]

@Greenbaum Do you happen to have the P3 for the US consulate in Lagos,Nigeria.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

24 minutes ago, C&O said:

@Greenbaum Do you happen to have the P3 for the US consulate in Lagos,Nigeria.

Scheduling the interview can take 1 to 3 months. Once you pay the $265 visa fee at GTB Bank, you can go online to schedule an appointment at www.ustraveldocs.com You can get the forms online at http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/immigrant_visa_forms.html No need to go to the consulate to pick up forms. Download forms if unexpired or get current versions of same forms. Email LagosIV@state.gov for your interview date. 

 

K-1 P3 Letter Nigeria

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18ecVe-vDjvk0thSFqHE9dtSyUy0Qccey/view?usp=sharing

Medical instructions Nigeria

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jQbUHA-eDR6AHDGp4OHLBSPcMm31Zl9d/view?usp=sharing

Step by Step guide

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yPmN_82vlBB_hoBtPuqWjP6gjYgf3VWF/view?usp=sharing

Embassy Portal here on VJ

https://www.visajourney.com/consulates/index.php?ctry=Nigeria&cty=Lagos

VJ thread

https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/679202-k1-visa-procedures-for-nigeria-only/

Divorce Decree Verification

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LmKCenaXNT9BQJtMJrSSXlEJo289tlo3/view?usp=sharing

 

Wet signatures are no longer required for I-134 for your Nigeria interview. You are able to send in scanned documents.

 

If you find anything not up to date or the information is wrong, please share your findings. Please compare the date of the P3 of mine with the date from your copy, once you receive yours from your embassy. Keep in mind that I try and be factual with my information, but I can't do it on my own and that's where you come in and can give back to the community those who come behind you. Without others ahead of you I would not be able to provide this to you.  I can only share factual information if folks like you continue to be my eyes and ears for your embassy. I wish you much success in your visa journey.

 

If you reply please don't quote the entire text that I posted. Shortened it or use the "@" tool.

Edited November 4, 2019 by Greenbaum