After NVC receives checklist, how long 'til they close the case??

[tvd.mell 0]

Sorry if this question is redundant:

If the following message comes up after trying to login to the payment page on the NVC Website:

"Sign In Failed. - Please be advised that the case that you have attempted to access is not eligible for further processing by the National Visa Center at this time. Please click on the Contact the NVC hyperlink if you believe that you have received this message in error."

does this message mean that the NVC is done with the case and forwarded it to the appropriate consulate or does this mean that there is a problem with the case?

I submitted my DS-230 and civil documents March 24, '10, but still haven't received an appointment letter. Is it normal for a month to pass from case complete (if that's what the message means) without receiving an interview appointment letter?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

[Emmamama 2]

I'm in the same boat. The NVC received the check list on April 13th and I haven't heard anything yet and I'm still able to login to NVC payment page. What stinks for me is that I'm currently in Peru so I can attend the interview and bring my girls (wife and daughter) home with me. Does any know if I can request an earlier date (once I get it)?

me too, here in argentina. (i didn't come down for husband's interview however, i've been here for 4 years. ha! still, wanna get this done asap.) plus, we have two tickets booked for the latest possible date before the tickets go up a few hundred dollars. if the interview date is after, i might go to back to chi town, wait for lucas there...depending on how long it takes. and then change his date. giving lots of details, but need to talk with you guys who understand. paciencia!! (patience, for those who don't understand spanish) you'll get there soon! let me know as soon you guys have info. and eat some ceviche for me. :)

Here's the part we've all been waiting for. Your sign in fails! What happens AFTER you get a SIGN IN FAILED?

Check the AVR/confirm with an operator that your case has indeed completed processing at NVC.

CR-1 interviews are scheduled by NVC. The interview letter will be e-mailed to both the beneficiary and the petitioner.

You can track the DHL packages sent out from Portsmouth, NH to your consulate.

Keep bugging NVC till they assign your date. Not too much, though.

You can check the US Consulate's website for updates on interviews. Most consulate's have an interview schedule updated bi-weekly.

You can also call your consulate for regular updates on how busy the consulate is that month.

Get your medical out of the way. The medical is country specific, so check out your regional forums.

Usually, you need 2-3 photographs, passport, interview letter, and your medical records but I'm sure requirements differ.

thanks woman!

Edited April 23, 2010 by Emmamama

[ValerieA 350]

Sorry if this question is redundant:

If the following message comes up after trying to login to the payment page on the NVC Website:

"Sign In Failed. - Please be advised that the case that you have attempted to access is not eligible for further processing by the National Visa Center at this time. Please click on the Contact the NVC hyperlink if you believe that you have received this message in error."

does this message mean that the NVC is done with the case and forwarded it to the appropriate consulate or does this mean that there is a problem with the case?

I submitted my DS-230 and civil documents March 24, '10, but still haven't received an appointment letter. Is it normal for a month to pass from case complete (if that's what the message means) without receiving an interview appointment letter?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Congratulations on your case complete! For Canada, that is totally normal. It could take another couple of months to get your interview letter, and your interview could be 1-2 months after that. Montreal is very backlogged. Still.

Check out this thread for Montreal interview timelines.

Edited April 23, 2010 by ValerieA

[estrellademiel 7]

YES I am

I WAS NOT ANSWERING TO ANYONE ELSE BESIDES EMMAMAMA IF I WANT MY ANSWER TO BE FOR EVERYBODY I POST IT IN ENGLISH.. IN THIS CASE I ANSWERED IN SPANISH BECAUSE IT WAS FOR HER..

[estrellademiel 7]

Hi guys,

NVC received our RFE checklist April 15...I know everyone says 8-11 business days, but I see some cases were closed after 5 business days??? Just wanted to hear from a few people how long it took for their RFEs to be processed?? I'm dyin' here!

THANKS!

EMMA YOUR PACKAGE WAS RECEIVED OR IT WAS INPUTTED ON THE AVR ON THE 15TH? LET ME KNOW I AM CALLING SIGN IN FAILED FOR YOU TODAY OR TOMORROW

[RabRiz 1]

And how about how long it takes them to assign an interview date usually if no RFE is required and all the documentation is complete the first time they receive it, how long it takes NVC after they receive it or enter it into the system. In my case the AVR says that they received it on April 19th , I had sent the package on April 13th. ?

[sachinky 464]

Typically interviews for May would be scheduled by the end of the second week of April. While interviews are scheduled other weeks of the month (we received notice of our interview the last week of the month) those are typically for dates two months forward. For example, we received notice end of March for an interview in mid-May.

The same would apply for June.

[RabRiz 1]

Typically interviews for May would be scheduled by the end of the second week of April. While interviews are scheduled other weeks of the month (we received notice of our interview the last week of the month) those are typically for dates two months forward. For example, we received notice end of March for an interview in mid-May.

The same would apply for June.

Can we find out how many days it takes NVC to complete the case after receiving the documents first time if no RFE is needed?

Edited April 23, 2010 by RabRiz

[sachinky 464]

8-11 business days from when your last package is delivered to NVC's mailroom.

[Pacmtrx7 2]

i totally feel you!!!

checking every two seconds. will keep you posted. you too let me know!

I got another RFE today. Looks like I won't be leaving NVC as quickly as I had hoped.

Hopefully you will get your CC soon! Keep me updated!

[TomD 4]

I got another RFE today. Looks like I won't be leaving NVC as quickly as I had hoped.

Hopefully you will get your CC soon! Keep me updated!

Not that its my business but was your RFE for something you overlooked or missed or was it for additional detail or? Just trying to get the mind set of the NVC...

[Pacmtrx7 2]

Not that its my business but was your RFE for something you overlooked or missed or was it for additional detail or? Just trying to get the mind set of the NVC...

There were a total of 4 issues in my 2 RFE's. From what I gather now with the help of other VJer's, it looks like 2 of them are valid mistakes (something overlooked), while the other 2, I have no clue why they were red flagged. Just make sure you go over everything 100 times to make sure it's done correctly because RFE's are a pain and the NVC seems to be really ####### about stuff!

[Emmamama 2]

I WAS NOT ANSWERING TO ANYONE ELSE BESIDES EMMAMAMA IF I WANT MY ANSWER TO BE FOR EVERYBODY I POST IT IN ENGLISH.. IN THIS CASE I ANSWERED IN SPANISH BECAUSE IT WAS FOR HER..

gracias nena! ;)

[Emmamama 2]

EMMA YOUR PACKAGE WAS RECEIVED OR IT WAS INPUTTED ON THE AVR ON THE 15TH? LET ME KNOW I AM CALLING SIGN IN FAILED FOR YOU TODAY OR TOMORROW

Hey lady,

I know they got it Monday, April 12..USPS delivered it then. And the AVR says they received it April 15, 20:10. NO SIF yet! Now I'm creating all these situations in my head that we get another RFE and blah blah blah...!!!!

You know, the weekend is the worst because you have to wait and know that the process is on pause. Damn you NVC, work on the weekends! Hopefully it'll be this Monday!

I got another RFE today. Looks like I won't be leaving NVC as quickly as I had hoped.

Hopefully you will get your CC soon! Keep me updated!

Pacmtrx7,

Sorry to hear about the RFE. You'll get there soon! I'm sending lots of positive vibes your way. I'll let you know as soon as there's news.

[Emmamama 2]

Not that its my business but was your RFE for something you overlooked or missed or was it for additional detail or? Just trying to get the mind set of the NVC...

The RFEs my husband and I had were the following:

1. I didn't write a "0" in a certain spot on the I-864. I wrote "see attachment". Pay close attention to the tiny details.

2. My husband's birth certificate was expired. (Of course it is not listed any where on the BC that it actually expires.) We had to get a new one, a new translation, and even though I'm not sure if they specifically ask for it, we got it apostilled.

3. They claim tax returns were not included, even though they were.

My advice: re-read every piece of info you submit and make sure you understand the instructions 100%.