Calling DOS

[Jenn and Fuat 2]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

[gmjdmj 2]

DOS will tell you when the package has been opened and received, when it has been logged into the system and also will be able to tell you when an interview date has been scheduled. Our packet 3 was received by the Embassy on 10/16 according to the tracking number but not entered into the system until 11/4. Each embassy is different and some are more busy than others.

[Otto 83]

Try contacting the Embassy/Consulate directly (telephone or email can be effective). Calling DOS in the US may not give you the answers you're looking for - the Embassy/Consulate will know the latest/greatest.

** Topic is "US Embassy and Consulate Discussion" related; moving thread there.

[pushbrk 12,877]

Try contacting the Embassy/Consulate directly (telephone or email can be effective). Calling DOS in the US may not give you the answers you're looking for - the Embassy/Consulate will know the latest/greatest.

** Topic is "US Embassy and Consulate Discussion" related; moving thread there.

Whether you can reach anybody with current information is Consulate specific. In Manila you can but in Guangzhou, you can't, for instance. DOS's Visa information line DOES have up to the minute information in the database as to case status once the case leavesl NVC. They can tell you whether the file has been opened, P3 sent, interview date set, etc. with reliable accuracy.

To the OP, UPS has nothing to do with delivering your package and you would never have been given a tracking number anyway.

Edited November 23, 2009 by pushbrk

[thongd4me 69]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

Edited November 23, 2009 by thongd4me

[pushbrk 12,877]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

[Jenn and Fuat 2]

Try contacting the Embassy/Consulate directly (telephone or email can be effective). Calling DOS in the US may not give you the answers you're looking for - the Embassy/Consulate will know the latest/greatest.

** Topic is "US Embassy and Consulate Discussion" related; moving thread there.

Whether you can reach anybody with current information is Consulate specific. In Manila you can but in Guangzhou, you can't, for instance. DOS's Visa information line DOES have up to the minute information in the database as to case status once the case leavesl NVC. They can tell you whether the file has been opened, P3 sent, interview date set, etc. with reliable accuracy.

To the OP, UPS has nothing to do with delivering your package and you would never have been given a tracking number anyway.

Actually, the Ankara Embassy requires you to send the information via UPS and we did have a tracking number for it.

I plan on calling the Embassy in the morning, but thought I would try DOS today if I can find a number to call.

[Jenn and Fuat 2]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

Thanks for the info.. but I am looking to find out if packet number #3 has reached the consulate. Not our case going from NVC to the consulate. We've already done the part with the file going from NVC ( via DHL) to the consulate. We've now sent all the required DS forms, I-134, police record, birth certificate,etc. and are waiting for Packet # 4 with our interview date.

I'm trying to find out if they have received the packet of information my fiance sent to them with all the documents.

I think I worded it wrong in my original post which is why people may be confused.

Edited November 23, 2009 by Jenn and Fuat

[pushbrk 12,877]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

Thanks for the info.. but I am looking to find out if packet number #3 has reached the consulate. Not our case going from NVC to the consulate. We've already done the part with the file going from NVC ( via DHL) to the consulate. We've now sent all the required DS forms, I-134, police record, birth certificate,etc. and are waiting for Packet # 4 with our interview date.

I'm trying to find out if they have received the packet of information my fiance sent to them with all the documents.

I think I worded it wrong in my original post which is why people may be confused.

I must have mistinterpreted your first post. I thought you were referring to the package from NVC to the Consulate. Nevertheless, DOS does give information as to whether the P3 has been received back by the Consulate and noted in the file.

[Jenn and Fuat 2]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

Thanks for the info.. but I am looking to find out if packet number #3 has reached the consulate. Not our case going from NVC to the consulate. We've already done the part with the file going from NVC ( via DHL) to the consulate. We've now sent all the required DS forms, I-134, police record, birth certificate,etc. and are waiting for Packet # 4 with our interview date.

I'm trying to find out if they have received the packet of information my fiance sent to them with all the documents.

I think I worded it wrong in my original post which is why people may be confused.

I must have mistinterpreted your first post. I thought you were referring to the package from NVC to the Consulate. Nevertheless, DOS does give information as to whether the P3 has been received back by the Consulate and noted in the file.

Thanks! Now.. I just have to find the number

[d&z 1]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

Thanks for the info.. but I am looking to find out if packet number #3 has reached the consulate. Not our case going from NVC to the consulate. We've already done the part with the file going from NVC ( via DHL) to the consulate. We've now sent all the required DS forms, I-134, police record, birth certificate,etc. and are waiting for Packet # 4 with our interview date.

I'm trying to find out if they have received the packet of information my fiance sent to them with all the documents.

I think I worded it wrong in my original post which is why people may be confused.

I must have mistinterpreted your first post. I thought you were referring to the package from NVC to the Consulate. Nevertheless, DOS does give information as to whether the P3 has been received back by the Consulate and noted in the file.

Thanks! Now.. I just have to find the number

Yes DOS will have up to the date information There number is 202-663-1225 press 1 then press 0 will get you to a operator Just have your case number and beneficiary's name.

[Jenn and Fuat 2]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

Thanks for the info.. but I am looking to find out if packet number #3 has reached the consulate. Not our case going from NVC to the consulate. We've already done the part with the file going from NVC ( via DHL) to the consulate. We've now sent all the required DS forms, I-134, police record, birth certificate,etc. and are waiting for Packet # 4 with our interview date.

I'm trying to find out if they have received the packet of information my fiance sent to them with all the documents.

I think I worded it wrong in my original post which is why people may be confused.

I must have mistinterpreted your first post. I thought you were referring to the package from NVC to the Consulate. Nevertheless, DOS does give information as to whether the P3 has been received back by the Consulate and noted in the file.

Thanks! Now.. I just have to find the number

Yes DOS will have up to the date information There number is 202-663-1225 press 1 then press 0 will get you to a operator Just have your case number and beneficiary's name.

Thank you so much! I called, but they said the Consulate hasn't received it yet. It's been 3 days, and it was sent UPS, so seems strange to me that they wouldn't have it.

I guess I will just have to keep holding my breath

[pushbrk 12,877]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

NOT UPS - it's DHL

This was copied from the DOS/consulate forum thread about DHL tracking.

You have to track by REFRENCE if you don't know the packet number.

I believe it would be something like EXP 18 NOV 2009A {you have to try different days}

You need to put in the zipcode for Portsmouth, NH in also - you can find that online. - it's 03801

While the above can be an interesting exercise, be advised you will never actually know which package contains your case file.

Thanks for the info.. but I am looking to find out if packet number #3 has reached the consulate. Not our case going from NVC to the consulate. We've already done the part with the file going from NVC ( via DHL) to the consulate. We've now sent all the required DS forms, I-134, police record, birth certificate,etc. and are waiting for Packet # 4 with our interview date.

I'm trying to find out if they have received the packet of information my fiance sent to them with all the documents.

I think I worded it wrong in my original post which is why people may be confused.

I must have mistinterpreted your first post. I thought you were referring to the package from NVC to the Consulate. Nevertheless, DOS does give information as to whether the P3 has been received back by the Consulate and noted in the file.

Thanks! Now.. I just have to find the number

Yes DOS will have up to the date information There number is 202-663-1225 press 1 then press 0 will get you to a operator Just have your case number and beneficiary's name.

Thank you so much! I called, but they said the Consulate hasn't received it yet. It's been 3 days, and it was sent UPS, so seems strange to me that they wouldn't have it.

I guess I will just have to keep holding my breath

Interpret "They don't have it." as "They haven't updated the database to indicate they have it." They don't always open and process mail the same day it's receivied.

[carol and jacob 0]

I've read in several threads that people can call Department of State to find out if their case has reached the consulate, or to find out an interview date. Wondering if they can tell me if Packet # 3 has been received by the consulate?

We've lost the UPS tracking number and can't check to see if the consulate ever received it ( was sent on 11/18). Would like to confirm it got there.

I know I am litte impatient, wanting to know the interview date just 5 days after packet # 3 was sent back to them.. but I would at least like to confirm it arrived without a problem.

Would DOS be able to tell me this? If so, does anyone know the number to call?

I know it's in the threads here, somewhere, but can't seem to locate it.

Jenn,

I called a few times and they were very nice but I didn't find much when I called. Try yourself, maybe you'll have better luck. Here's the number: (202) 663-1225. Press1 and then 0 so that you reach a live person.

Carol

[TBoneTX 45,273]

They don't always open and process mail the same day it's received.

This is true. An attorney (with consular experience) says that materials are put in a holding area upon arrival and can undergo screening for harmful substances, such as anthrax. That aside, the sheer volume of incoming shipments can prevent same-day processing. Remember as well that the foreign countries may take time to process packages through Customs.