WTF????

[BrianAndKati2009 0]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

[payxibka 10,048]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

I don't understand the "totally dependent on the NOA2 for the interview." Does the consulate require you to have the NOA2 in your possession? Certainly was not the situation in our case....

However, the NOA2 is needed for AOS so it is ultimately important for you to get it...

Edited October 19, 2009 by payxibka

[BrianAndKati2009 0]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

I don't understand the "totally dependent on the NOA2 for the interview." Does the consulate require you to have the NOA2 in your possession? Certainly was not the situation in our case....

hmmm... that was my understanding... maybe that isn't the case... how do you find that out?

[payxibka 10,048]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

I don't understand the "totally dependent on the NOA2 for the interview." Does the consulate require you to have the NOA2 in your possession? Certainly was not the situation in our case....

hmmm... that was my understanding... maybe that isn't the case... how do you find that out?

required documents should be indicated in the consulate P3...

[BrianAndKati2009 0]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

I don't understand the "totally dependent on the NOA2 for the interview." Does the consulate require you to have the NOA2 in your possession? Certainly was not the situation in our case....

hmmm... that was my understanding... maybe that isn't the case... how do you find that out?

required documents should be indicated in the consulate P3...

Ok, well maybe I am getting to anxious then... I believe she should be getting the packet soon so I'll just be a little more patient.... I was just told I needed it so I have been really nervous...

[payxibka 10,048]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

I don't understand the "totally dependent on the NOA2 for the interview." Does the consulate require you to have the NOA2 in your possession? Certainly was not the situation in our case....

hmmm... that was my understanding... maybe that isn't the case... how do you find that out?

required documents should be indicated in the consulate P3...

Ok, well maybe I am getting to anxious then... I believe she should be getting the packet soon so I'll just be a little more patient.... I was just told I needed it so I have been really nervous...

ultimately it is needed for AOS after marriage when applying for the greencard... so make sure it does eventually arrive...

[Stephen + Elisha 92]

Also, to the OP: Not to be a nag, but you'll get better responses faster if you use a brief descriptive phrase as your topic title rather than nonsense like "#######?" which tells other users absolutely nothing at all.

[BrianAndKati2009 0]

Also, to the OP: Not to be a nag, but you'll get better responses faster if you use a brief descriptive phrase as your topic title rather than nonsense like "#######?" which tells other users absolutely nothing at all.

Thank you... I am quite the novice at this still... I appreciate the feedback.

[Malarie 0]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

Oh geez .... This is a totally disturbing thought. The approvals from CSC have been sparse lately. In the July 2009 CSC thread someone noted that quite possibly cases were approved but CSC was having computer issues -- apparently so!

I hope everything works out quickly for you and there are not many in the same boat!!

Keep us posted please!!

Malarie

[Gary and Alla 3,696]

USCIS -

I was so excited on Saturday because I got my letter from the NVC telling me that they received an approved I-129F and were forwarding it to the Embassy in Helsinki. I posted something about this the other day and was questioning whether or not it was normal to not get the NOA2 first. Well, Gary and Alla (THANK YOU) told me about calling and talking to an immigration officer... so I did that and the officer said:

"Wow - you are the 2nd person in a row that has called me about this today . I am sorry, but there is nothing I can do for you for 38 days, you don't show approved in our system so you have to wait until the normal processing time is expired".

I was really nervous so I called the National Visa Center and inquired if maybe I got a hoax letter or if something was wrong. They told me:

"We did get your complete packet and it was shipped to Helsinki on the 13th of this month".

Basically the embassy in Helsinki does not take long to set up interviews and we already have most of the packet 3 done so we are totally dependent on the NOA2 for this interview. I ended up calling my Senator (Really nice people in his office) and asked if they could help me by inquiring as to what the heck is going on. They were totally helpful and have started the process to see why this is happening. I am sure it is just a problem in their computer system or something, but I guess I am a little upset about the USCIS's total unwillingness to even investigate this, or their bureaucratic hold-ups that are preventing them from checking on why there is a problem.

I just wonder how many people are being effected by this problem right now.

I don't understand the "totally dependent on the NOA2 for the interview." Does the consulate require you to have the NOA2 in your possession? Certainly was not the situation in our case....

hmmm... that was my understanding... maybe that isn't the case... how do you find that out?

required documents should be indicated in the consulate P3...

Ok, well maybe I am getting to anxious then... I believe she should be getting the packet soon so I'll just be a little more patient.... I was just told I needed it so I have been really nervous...

ultimately it is needed for AOS after marriage when applying for the greencard... so make sure it does eventually arrive...

Pay...and OP

I may have mispoken in an earlier post and said he needed it for the interview, which is not correct. I did say, and it is correct, he needs it for the AOS.

Unless you consulate specifies it, is not needed. My confusion is that we recently did the K-2 to follow and for that interview it WAS required but it was not required for the initial K-1/K-2 interview in Kiev.

To the OP, you should be OK for the interview and do notworry that their system is not updated...neither is our case and Alla has been here more than a year.

[BrianAndKati2009 0]

I am so glad that this seems to not be an issue now :) I guess this whole process has had me a little on edge. Thank you everyone for your comments and support for this