Hi, Everybody. I've been away from the forum for a couple of months - a lot going on at home. I'm sure I've missed a lot of posts, and though I am trying to catch up I'm sure I'll still miss some things.

Our CR-1 case was just sent off to London from the NVC last week. By current estimates, about how long before we are likely to get into the system and get rolling there? Can someone with recent experience give me an idea of about how long is it taking to get an interview these days?

I just found out that an English grocery opened here in Columbia, SC a couple of months ago. Yay! Big help! It has a surprisingly good selection.

Thanks,

JenM

The NVC sent my paperwork mid November to the Embassy. I got a letter from the Embassy dated Jan 17th stating that my interview will be held on Feb 28th.

Hope this helps.

It does, thanks. Did you try to contact them at all before you first heard from them, or did you just hang out and wait? What was the first contact they made with you?

I've been trying to take this process one step at a time, so I haven't retained much of what I've read about this stage. Would you mind giving me a basic outline of what has happened in your Embassy phase so far?

Good luck with your interview - it must feel great to be so close to the finish line!

JenM

I just sat it out and waited especially as it was over Christmas.

They send out a letter with your appointment date and information about what to bring etc. They also refer you to Knightsbridge Doctors for your medical.

It's all very clearly laid out in the pack they send you.

I'd wait at least a month before contacting them, it's tough but they seem pretty with it.

You might want to get your Police Cert if you haven't already.

Good luck!

Thanks. And to you as well!