Hi,

I know I am still a little early to ask this question as both of my CR1 and K3 are still pending for NOA2, but I like to be on top of upcoming issues. I would like to know:
1) Is the paying NVC online an option or something that everyone does now?
2) After my cases approved, will there be detailed instructions on how to pay online?
3) How fast NVC show record that I paid online? How much time can I save by doing this online payment?

Thanks!

1. Anyone who is able to get Invoice Identification Number(IIN) can pay online. You just have to talk to NVC operator and ask them for this number. It should also be on your AOS fee bill (hard copy) so you can pay it online once you get the bill in the mail if you are not able to get the IIN number from the NVC operator.
2. Possibly in future yes, but as of now, I don't think so.
3. My AOS fee posted the next day. For some of them it took 2 to 3 days.

Also, keep in mind that since this process is faily new, most NVC operators will tell you that the online payment options are not available yet and won't give you the IIN. You have to call back and try until you get an operator who will give you your IIN, with that number in hand you're golden.

Diana