noa2 approval!

[Hoffy63m 0]

I just checked the USCIS website and it said we have been approved! When I get the actual letter what will be in it? What are the next steps I should start to take? Can my fiance get her medical done? Can she actually schedule an interview or do we have to wait for the packet 3? How much longer does it usually take to get the packet 3 after the noa2 approval? Please let me know

[payxibka 10,044]

I just checked the USCIS website and it said we have been approved! When I get the actual letter what will be in it? What are the next steps I should start to take? Can my fiance get her medical done? Can she actually schedule an interview or do we have to wait for the packet 3? How much longer does it usually take to get the packet 3 after the noa2 approval? Please let me know

The case file to some consulates can take two weeks, the case file to Guangzhou can be 2-3 months... you will likely be somewhere in between

Have you read your US embassy/consulate website to see if they have info on the consulate process? appointment process, medicals process, etc..?

the letter will have the assigned consulate case #

most consulates will not schedule an interview without the case file

medicals usually need the consulate case #

[BunzTheMagicSnail 2]

congrats!

[sweetgurl 0]

congratz...

[Stephen + Elisha 92]

I just checked the USCIS website and it said we have been approved! When I get the actual letter what will be in it? What are the next steps I should start to take? Can my fiance get her medical done? Can she actually schedule an interview or do we have to wait for the packet 3? How much longer does it usually take to get the packet 3 after the noa2 approval? Please let me know

To track your case file from USCIS to the consulate:

sorry

Well, since you apologized, I'll give you my list of post NOA2 tips:

1) 2 days after NOA2, starting calling NVC: 603-334-0700 press 1 then 5.

2) Once NVC has your case, they assign a new case #. Ask them what date they sent your file to the embassy & also for the NVC case #.

3) Once you know the date NVC sent off the file, track it at DHL's website: http://track.dhl-usa.com/TrackByRef.asp?nav=TrackByRef For the reference code, enter EXP 10 JUL 2009A (adjust using dates just before the date NVC told you), with a shipping range of that day to a few days later (July 13 - July 14 worked for the example above). Look for shipments to your beneficiary's embassy.

4) To find out if the embassy processed the packet, call the Dept of State before 5pm: 202-663-1225 press 1 then 0

5) You can also call the DoS to find out your interview date once you believe the embassy has scheduled it.

You can't schedule an interview 'til the consulate has the case file. Seoul will send Packet 3 (they call it Packet 3.5 for K visas) via email when they receive and process the file. You can get ready by filling out DS-230 Part I. As soon as you get the Packet 3.5 email, fax the DS-230 Part I to them—then you'll be able to schedule the interview.

[marklovetina 52]

I just checked the USCIS website and it said we have been approved! When I get the actual letter what will be in it? What are the next steps I should start to take? Can my fiance get her medical done? Can she actually schedule an interview or do we have to wait for the packet 3? How much longer does it usually take to get the packet 3 after the noa2 approval? Please let me know

congratz...

[Mountain Climber 186]

Great news!!!! :thumbs:

[thongd4me 69]

good work

[Tina&Roland 4]

I just checked the USCIS website and it said we have been approved! When I get the actual letter what will be in it? What are the next steps I should start to take? Can my fiance get her medical done? Can she actually schedule an interview or do we have to wait for the packet 3? How much longer does it usually take to get the packet 3 after the noa2 approval? Please let me know

Congrats! Please update your timeline!

[HWANG0926 0]

CONGRA Hoffy!!! well, you can start by studying what's inside the packet 3.5

SAMPLE of Packet 3.5 from seoul embassy see below:

U. S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

U. S. EMBASSY SEOUL – CONS - IV

UNIT 15550, APO AP 96205-0001 USA

32 SEJONGRO, CHONGROKU, SEOUL 110-710 ROK

Dear

This office is pleased to inform you that it can begin to process your fiance(e) visa case. Please read and follow all of the enclosed instructions very carefully.

Please see our website for up to date information about immigrant visas. All requests for fiancé(e) visa appointments must be made by internet at http://www.asktheconsul.org/iv_appt.html. Please send inquiries about your case to http://asktheconsul.org/iv_inquiry.html. When communicating with this office either by e-mail or fax, you must provide your name and case number exactly as shown in this letter. Our fax number is 82-2-397-4501 or DSN 721-4501.

Please note that this packet 3 letter is valid for only one year from the issuance date shown above.

Sincerely,

Chief, Immigrant Visa branch

Case Number: SEO

Name:

Preference Category:

Your Priority Date:

Attached: This documents require Acrobat Reader to view. The latest Acrobat software is available for a free download.

Packet 3.5 for Fiance visa;

http://asktheconsul.org/pkt3k1.html

[HWANG0926 0]

Here is the information for packet # 4 from the Seoul Embassy:

U. S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

U. S. EMBASSY SEOUL – CONS - IV

UNIT 15550, APO AP 96205-0001 USA

32 SEJONGRO, CHONGROKU, SEOUL 110-710 ROK

Dear :

This office is ready to begin final processing of the immigrant visa applicant(s) named below in this case. We have scheduled an immigrant visa appointment at this office on the date printed below. This letter must be presented upon your arrival at this office on the appointment date.

Please see the enclosed information for further instructions about the medical examination required for all intending immigrants. Be sure to read all of the enclosed information and follow the instructions very carefully. When communicating with this office please provide your name and case number exactly as shown in this letter and send to http://asktheconsul.org/iv_inquiry.html.

Any applicant who needs a Korean visa to appear for this appointment may show this appointment letter to the appropriate Korean consul to apply for a Korean visa. Entry into Korea is a responsibility only of the Korean Government.

Sincerely

Chief, Immigrant Visa Branch

Visa Appointment:

Date: 28 MAY 2009

TIME: 08:30 AM

Case Number:

Name: (P)

Preference Category: K1 - KOR

Attd: CHECK LIST for K1/2 and K3/4 Visa Applicants

<<seo13 May08.doc>> <<seo201 k oct08.doc>>

[Stephen + Elisha 92]

S.IS.Hwang, I was hoping you'd pop up on this thread!

Did Seoul send the Packet 3.5 and 4 emails to your email address, your fiance's, or both?

[Saska+Tim 7]

Congrats!

[firdaus 0]

congrats

[100% Al Ahly Fan 53]

COngrats~