lemlem's US Immigration Timeline
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Petitioner's Name: N
Beneficiary's Name: L
VJ Member: lemlem
Country: Denmark
Last Updated: 2023-06-05
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Immigration Checklist for N & L:
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USCIS I-130 Petition:
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Dept of State IR-1/CR-1 Visa:
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USCIS I-751 Petition:
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USCIS N-400 Petition:
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IR-1/CR-1 Visa
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| Event |
Date |
| Service Center : |
Potomac Service Center |
| Transferred? |
No |
| Consulate : |
Sweden |
| Marriage (if applicable): |
2021-08-11 |
| I-130 Sent : |
2021-12-22 |
| I-130 NOA1 : |
2021-12-29 |
| I-130 RFE : |
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| I-130 RFE Sent : |
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| I-130 Approved : |
2023-01-31 |
| NVC Received : |
2023-02-03 |
| Received DS-261 / AOS Bill : |
2023-02-03 |
| Pay AOS Bill : |
2023-02-07 |
| Receive I-864 Package : |
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| Send AOS Package : |
2023-03-09 |
| Submit DS-261 : |
2023-03-09 |
| Receive IV Bill : |
2023-02-03 |
| Pay IV Bill : |
2023-02-07 |
| Send IV Package : |
2023-03-09 |
| Receive Instruction and Interview appointment letter : |
2023-04-26 |
| Case Completed at NVC : |
2023-03-23 |
| NVC Left : |
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| Consulate Received : |
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| Packet 3 Received : |
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| Packet 3 Sent : |
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| Packet 4 Received : |
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| Interview Date : |
2023-05-25 |
| Interview Result : |
Approved
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Second Interview
(If Required): |
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| Second Interview Result: |
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| Visa Received : |
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| US Entry : |
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| Comments : |
Interview on the 25th of May. Got 221(g) for missing document that I sent over same day. Was told I would get my passport back within two weeks. |
Processing
Estimates/Stats : |
Your I-130 was approved in 398 days from your NOA1 date.
Your interview took 512 days from your I-130 NOA1 date. |
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Member Reviews:
Consulate Review: Sweden
Review Topic: IR-1/CR-1 Visa
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| Event |
Description |
| Review Date : |
June 1, 2023 |
| Embassy Review : |
My experience at the US Embassy in Stockholm for the CR1 visa interview was overall smooth and hassle-free. To start, I highly recommend staying at Biz Apartments, which is conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from the Embassy. This proximity made it easy for me to reach the Embassy on time and avoid any unnecessary stress. Additionally, when organizing your documents, I found it helpful to use paperclips to keep related documents together. Initially, I was unsure about this, but it turned out to be a practical solution.
Upon arriving at the Embassy, I was greeted by a friendly and professional staff. The entire process took approximately two hours, but the actual interview itself lasted only 10 to 15 minutes. One important update is that you are now allowed to bring your phone with you. Unfortunately, I left mine behind, which made the wait a bit boring. So, make sure you have your phone handy for entertainment during the waiting period.
Interview Questions:
Who is the petitioner?
What does the petitioner do and where does he work?
Where does the petitioner live and with whom?
Do you plan on living with the petitioner or finding an apartment together?
When did you first meet?
When did your relationship become serious?
Have you ever had trouble with the police?
What do you plan on doing in the US?
Following the interview, I was unable to receive an immediate approval due to a missing document. To prevent such a situation, ensure that all your translated documents are stamped and signed by the translator. I found Native-Translator.com to be an excellent service, as they allow you to provide specific instructions in the comments section of your order, ensuring compliance with the embassy's requirements.
Once I obtained the corrected document, I sent it on the same day. As I was in Stockholm, the Embassy received it on the following business day. The CEAC status changed from "REFUSED" to "ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING" and finally to "ISSUED" within just three business days. |
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Very Good |
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Timeline Comments: None yet, be the first!
*Notice about estimates: The estimates are based off averages of other members recent experiences
(documented in their timelines) for the same benefit/petition/application at the same filing location.
Individual results may vary as every case is not always 'average'. Past performance does not necessarily
predict future results. The 'as early as date' may change over time based on current reported processing
times from members. There have historically been cases where a benefit/petition/application processing
briefly slows down or stops and this can not be predicted. Use these dates as reference only and do not
rely on them for planning. As always you should check the
USCIS processing times to see if your application
is past due.
** Not all cases are transfered
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