I am the principal applicant for an EB2-NIW petition. My I-140 was filed in August 2023 and approved by USCIS in March 2024. Following this, my case was transferred to the NVC, and my dependent (spouse) and I paid and completed our DS-260 forms. Our case became documentarily qualified (DQ) in June 2024.
On December 2024, my son, was born. I now need to add him to our immigration case, but I am concerned about how this may impact our processing timeline. As an Iranian national, my designated embassy for consular processing is in Ankara, Turkey, where additional delays are already common due to the absence of a U.S. embassy in Iran.
The key issue is whether adding my son now will reset our DQ date, causing a delay in our processing. Since our priority date is nearing "current" status, this is a significant concern for us. Specifically:
1- If we notify the NVC about the birth of my son now, will this generate a DS-260 for him, and will it reset the DQ date for the entire case?
2- If it is better to wait until our priority date becomes current and get the invitation letter, what is the proper procedure? Should we notify the NVC before the interview, or should we inform the embassy directly during the scheduling process?
Given the critical timing and the potential impact on our case progression, I would greatly appreciate any advice or guidance on the best course of action to minimize delays in our immigration process.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best regards,
Dr. Linky reacted to a post in a topic:
Request for Assistance with Adding Newborn to EB2-NIW Case
Not for this stage. I worked with a firm for my I-140, but for the IVP process, despite my preference to continue with their assistance, they recommended that I handle it on my own, stating that many individuals find it manageable without professional help. Unfortunately, now that I need guidance, they are not responding properly, as I do not have an extended agreement with them. They have not offered to sign a new agreement or even provide a consultation, which has left me searching for answers. That’s why I’m reaching out to the community to learn from others who have faced similar situations.