Calling everyone going thru Islamabad Embassy, version 2.0

[KandD 1]

Hello, My I129-F was just forwarded to Islamabad. I want to know how does the process go from here.

Do they contact me? my fiance? or do I call them up?

I was not asked NVC for any kind of fee. Is that normal? they tranfered my case within a week without asking for anything at all.

I received a letter that has a case number for Islamabad. Where and how should that be used?

Soon as the embassy confirms receipt of your case, within a few weeks they will mail packet 3.5 to your fiance with forms to fill out and instructions. It will instruct your fiance to get a police certificate and return the forms along with other documents needed in your instructions. Once those are returned; reviewed satisfactory, they will send a letter stating when the interview date is and you should not schedule the medical no sooner than two weeks prior to the interview. Good Luck with your journey

[b4byd09 0]

what's the difference betwen packet 3 and 3.5?

[KandD 1]

what's the difference betwen packet 3 and 3.5?

There is only packet 3.5 and 4 , 3.5 is the first packet they send u and 4 is basically the letter telling you when the interview is

[b4byd09 0]

Thank you browneyedgirl.

[Overin2911 0]

Hey Guys,

Does not really belong here, but this thread is where it all started for the hubby and I. I screamed when the email popped up on my screen. Nas thought I won the lottery.

Just under 3 years of my hubby being in the US, his 10 year green card was approved. Finally no more waiting (Until the N-400 in Sept )

Good luck to all who are waiting... soon you will be able to wait with your loved ones on the next steps.

Laney

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The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: WACXXXXXXXXXX

Application Type: CRI89 , PETITION TO REMOVE CONDITIONS OF PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS RECEIVED

Current Status: Card production ordered.

On January 27, 2009, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283.

[MaryandMian 1]

Congratulations Laney and Nas,,

You were lucky to go through CSC and not thru VSC with this paperwork. Enjoy your brief break until you file to Naturalize later.

[KandD 1]

Hey Guys,

Does not really belong here, but this thread is where it all started for the hubby and I. I screamed when the email popped up on my screen. Nas thought I won the lottery.

Just under 3 years of my hubby being in the US, his 10 year green card was approved. Finally no more waiting (Until the N-400 in Sept )

Good luck to all who are waiting... soon you will be able to wait with your loved ones on the next steps.

Laney

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: WACXXXXXXXXXX

Application Type: CRI89 , PETITION TO REMOVE CONDITIONS OF PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS RECEIVED

Current Status: Card production ordered.

On January 27, 2009, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283.

Congratulations to Laney and Naseer !!!!!!!! Im happy for ya!!! Hope all is well, I would be happy just to get a visa right now. This waiting sucks

[KandD 1]

Guys I have some exciting news that i just cant hold in. No we didnt get the visa yet but i upgraded the memory in my computer and it is working superb !!!! I cant believe what a difference it makes . I should have done it a long time ago . Ok, just thought i would share it with u all cuz im excited about it. I know , Im silly.

[Overin2911 0]

not silly at all! It is the little things that get you through the a/p period. I'm sure I organized my closets, kitchen and basement 12 times while I waited ,,,, just to pass the time!

Guys I have some exciting news that i just cant hold in. No we didnt get the visa yet but i upgraded the memory in my computer and it is working superb !!!! I cant believe what a difference it makes . I should have done it a long time ago . Ok, just thought i would share it with u all cuz im excited about it. I know , Im silly.

[b4byd09 0]

OurTimeline

10/28/2006 -------Met online

09/12/2007--------Flight to Islamabad

09/23/2007--------Back in USA

11/18/2007--------I-129F Petition mailed to CSC

11/21/2007--------Received I-129F by USPS Petition Signed by V L Semegi

11/29/2007--------NOA1

04/02/2008 --------NOA2 Approved (On my B-Day)

05/01/2008---------NVC Received our Petition Case # Assigned

05/08/2008---------Forwarded to ISL

05/12/2008---------Consulate Received

05/22/2008---------Packet 3.5 Received by my Fiance

06/06/2008---------Packet 3.5 Returned to Embassy

06/19/2008---------Recieved Packet 4

00/00/2008---------Medical

07/08/2008---------Interview

07/08/2008---------A/P Started

10/08/2008---------90 days of A/P ((((((

10/20/2008---------OMG HURRY UP

11/08/2008---------4 months administrative processing

12/08/2008---------5 miserable months of AP God Help Me.

01/08/2009---------6 months AP, It has to be over soon

YOUR TIMELINE SCARES ME.

[Revived 0]

OurTimeline

10/28/2006 -------Met online

09/12/2007--------Flight to Islamabad

09/23/2007--------Back in USA

11/18/2007--------I-129F Petition mailed to CSC

11/21/2007--------Received I-129F by USPS Petition Signed by V L Semegi

11/29/2007--------NOA1

04/02/2008 --------NOA2 Approved (On my B-Day)

05/01/2008---------NVC Received our Petition Case # Assigned

05/08/2008---------Forwarded to ISL

05/12/2008---------Consulate Received

05/22/2008---------Packet 3.5 Received by my Fiance

06/06/2008---------Packet 3.5 Returned to Embassy

06/19/2008---------Recieved Packet 4

00/00/2008---------Medical

07/08/2008---------Interview

07/08/2008---------A/P Started

10/08/2008---------90 days of A/P ((((((

10/20/2008---------OMG HURRY UP

11/08/2008---------4 months administrative processing

12/08/2008---------5 miserable months of AP God Help Me.

01/08/2009---------6 months AP, It has to be over soon

YOUR TIMELINE SCARES ME.

dun b too scared... we r on our 14th mon of AP! but i'A won't hapen to u=)

[bhajishah 4]

wohoo congrats laney. First item of business, see AMI ,Manzar going back march 8th im heading out later the month..lol

[ABENITEZ 0]

Ok, So I been reading this post or thread or whatever its called and its freaking me out, seriously. My mans from Pak of course, just sent in I-130 a month ago so Im just starting but I cant help but worry. My God, it seems like all the guys from Pak get AP! My husband applied for a visit visa twice before, got denied once, got Ap for like 8 months and then just denied...#######? Now I know they gonna put him on AP. He has a really common name and he lived in England for like 6 years; it seems like guys that travel alot n have common names get AP immediately. I swear to god, if we wait like 10 months or whatever just to get to our interview, n then they tell us we have AP, man, I'll die! 6 weeks my a*s!!! AP takes forever! Ok, so now someone shud say, don worry amanda u wont get AP n everything will be fine. Right? right???? ok maybe not :'(

[Overin2911 0]

wohoo congrats laney. First item of business, see AMI ,Manzar going back march 8th im heading out later the month..lol

Thanks Cindi Lou!

that is awesome... we really need to get back as well. Those plane tix are just TOO MUCH! Anyone getting any good deals lately? I cant believe he has been here almost 3 years!

[Overin2911 0]

Ok, So I been reading this post or thread or whatever its called and its freaking me out, seriously. My mans from Pak of course, just sent in I-130 a month ago so Im just starting but I cant help but worry. My God, it seems like all the guys from Pak get AP! My husband applied for a visit visa twice before, got denied once, got Ap for like 8 months and then just denied...#######? Now I know they gonna put him on AP. He has a really common name and he lived in England for like 6 years; it seems like guys that travel alot n have common names get AP immediately. I swear to god, if we wait like 10 months or whatever just to get to our interview, n then they tell us we have AP, man, I'll die! 6 weeks my a*s!!! AP takes forever! Ok, so now someone shud say, don worry amanda u wont get AP n everything will be fine. Right? right???? ok maybe not :'(

welcome aboard.. good thing is you have everyone here at Visa Journey to commiserate with - it was about 9 months from Marriage to Port of entry for my husband. the waiting was super painful - here is where I tell you not to worry.. but he will most likely get A/P. Ive been on VJ for over 3 years and I dont remember any male pakistani being handed a visa at the interview. Good thing is you are taking the CR-1 route which means it takes longer, but he can immediately get to work and drive and all that fun stuff when he gets here. No waiting for months and months to get EAD and Green card (which can be very frustrating to strong men[and women for that matter]) Once he is here, you'll be so busy, you'll forget about all of the weekends and holidays without him. just talk every day and realize he is just as miserable as you . Be happy and loving each day with him.

there are some really good people on this board, post all your questions, concerns and progress - you'll get answers and support.