NOA1 to NOA2

[Abby62 23]

We just got our NOA1. What is that we do between the NOA1 and NOA2? Is there any paper work we will get? Are there forms or anything we should be working on right now? How long does it take between the 1 and 2?

Thanks

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http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/LingChe_NVC_ShortCut

This is a good guide to read.

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This tells you about the next step (NVC) and some papers to start working on now. The wait time between NOA1 and NOA2 is anywhere from a month (if you are super lucky) to 6 months. If it goes beyond 6 months, call USCIS and complain to an officer (you have to request to speak to an immigration officer).

Best of luck on your journey.

[Abby62 23]

This tells you about the next step (NVC) and some papers to start working on now. The wait time between NOA1 and NOA2 is anywhere from a month (if you are super lucky) to 6 months. If it goes beyond 6 months, call USCIS and complain to an officer (you have to request to speak to an immigration officer).

Best of luck on your journey.

So basically until they send this to NVC, there is nothing to do? Is this right..I mean other than filling out the required forms in advance of them asking for them??

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If you read the guide, there are plenty of things to do besides fill out the forms. There are Police Certificates that need to be obtained. Check your U.S. Embassy/Consulate page for the list of required documents for your area. You can get your IRS transcripts for the last 3 years, an employment letter, bank statements (or whatever you plan on using to prove that you meet the income requirements. Also, you can start gathering up evidence for the interview.

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"Pre-NVC / Preparing Documents Before NVC Processing

Try to have all documents below in the hands of the Petitioner, before the NVC process begins. This should be done BEFORE your I-130 petition is approved

* There are 2 types of processing, Standard & Appointment Post. Most countries are Appointment Post, whereas some (such as China) are Standard.

This guide is based on processing for Appointment Post Embassies and Consulates.

* Standard NVC processing will generally still have to obtain the same documents, but they will be brought to the embassy, which will provide the instructions as to those documents after it sets the interview date.

* Contact NVC to determine if your case is Standard processing or Appointment Post processing.

FROM BENEFICIARY (DS-3032 and components for DS-230 IV Package):

The DS-3032 aka "Choice of Agent form",indicates who will make payments and be primary contact. Most people select the US based petitioner. The DS-230 is the actual Immigrant Visa Application.

* DS-3032[1] completed and signed by beneficiary (ORIGINAL) (indicating petitioner as agent)

* BARCODE instruction: [2]

* DS-230 [3] completed part I & II and only signed part I by beneficiary (ORIGINAL) -- View Sample of Completed Form [4]

* All documents that pertain to the applicant’s petition are required, even if they were previously submitted to the CIS with the applicant’s petition.

* Photocopy Requirement - In addition to sending the original documents or certified copies of the documents to the NVC, the applicant and each accompanying family member must submit a photocopy of the original documents or certified copies of the documents.

* Translations - All documents not in English, or in the official language of the country in which application for a visa is being made, must be accompanied by certified translations.

* The translation must include a statement signed by the translator that states that the:

Translation is accurate, and Translator is competent to translate.

* Marriage certificate (ORIGINAL or CERTIFIED depends on your country {check with NVC})

Note: Marriage certificates from certain countries are unavailable.

More specific information is available from NVC, the nearest United States immigrant visa processing post,

or online at: http://travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/reciprocity/reciprocity_3272.html

* Police Certificate based on country: Use this link, [5] select country, and scroll down to Police Certificate section

* NOTE1: Police Certificate is required for any place in their country of citizenship; the beneficiary has lived longer than six (6) months, after age of 16.

* NOTE2: Police Certificate is required for any places which beneficiary has lived longer than twelve (12) months in any other country other than country of citizenship, after age of 16.

* PCC can take a long time to receive, so request it earlier rather than later (for some countries, such as India, your PCC may need to be within 6 months, for most within 1 year)

* Four (4) Passport size photos (2in.x2in.) (5x5 cm) from beneficiary

* 2 photos to accompany the DS-230

* 2 photos to accompany the medical

* Beneficiary’s passport biographic page (Photocopy)

The applicant and each applicant that is traveling together with the applicant must submit a photocopy of the biographic data page from the respective valid passport.

Submit a photocopy of the biographic data page of the applicant’s and the applicant’s individual family members’ valid passports.

This is the page that shows the applicant’s name and date and place of birth.

Note: Do NOT send the applicant’s passport(s) to the NVC, just the photocopy of the biographic data page.

* Beneficiary’s birth certificate (Certified) WARNING - Some birth certificates have an EXPIRATION DATE

* Each applicant will need to obtain an original birth certificate issued by the official custodian of birth records in the country of birth, showing the date and place of birth and the parentage of the alien, based upon the original registration of birth.

* The certificate must contain the:

* Person’s date of birth

* Person’s place of birth

* Names of both parents, and

* Annotation by the appropriate authority indicating that it is an extract from the official records

* Unobtainable birth certificates

* The applicant’s birth record may not be obtainable. Some reasons are listed below:

* The applicant’s birth was never officially recorded.

* The applicant’s birth records have been destroyed.

* The appropriate government authority will not issue one.

* Please obtain a certified statement from the appropriate government authority stating the reason the applicant’s birth record is not available. With the certified statement the applicant must submit secondary evidence. For example:

* A baptismal certificate that contains the date and place of birth, as well as both parents names (providing the baptism took place shortly after birth)

* An adoption decree for an adopted child

* An affidavit from a close relative, preferably the applicant’s mother, stating the date and place of birth, both parents names, and the mother’s maiden name.

* Beneficiary’s Military Record (Certified)

Note: Military records from certain countries are unavailable.

More specific information is available from NVC, the nearest United States immigrant visa processing post, or online at: http://travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/reciprocity/reciprocity_3272.html.

* Divorce, Death Certificates (Certified)

Applicants who have been previously married must obtain evidence of the termination of EACH prior marriage.

Evidence must be in the form of original documents issued by a competent authority, or certified copies bearing the appropriate seal or stamp of the issuing authority, such as:

FINAL divorce decree

Death certificate

Annulment papers

FROM PETITIONER (Components for I-864 AOS Package) :

The I-864 is known as the Affidavit of Support. It's proof that the petitioner and/or co-sponsors can afford to support the beneficiary.

* I-864 [6] completed & signed by petitioner which is the Main Sponser(ORIGINAL)-- View Sample of Completed Form [7]

* IRS Tax information - 1 year is required, up to 3 years may help.

* Tax Transcripts, optional but may help. Call the IRS to get it FREE! 1 (800) 829-1040

* W-2s and/or 1099s

* 1040 from most recent tax year

* Pay stubs for current year (6 months should do)

* Employment letter showing your income and position.

* Make sure that position/title is consistent on all forms.

* Co-Sponsor in same HouseHold: I-864A and all Tax information as above

* Co-Sponser NOT in same HouseHold: I-864 and all Tax information as above

* The petitioner must ALWAYS submit an I-864....even if there's zero income.

* NOTE: Even something as simple as Painter on one form, and Painting on another, could trigger an RFE (Request for Evidence)

* Assets may be used to supplement income (such as bank accounts, equity in a home, but when an automobile is used, the first car may not be used...only 2nd, 3rd, etc)

* Assets of Petitioner are calculated at 1/3rd value. If the Petitioner has $30,000.00 USD in a bank account, they will be given $10,000.00 USD credit toward income requirement.

* Assets of Beneficiary or Sponsor are calculated at 1/5th value. If the Beneficiary has $50,000.00 USD in a bank account, they will be given $10,000.00 USD credit toward income requirement.

* Assets may be used to entirely satisfy the income requirement, but you will still be required to submit the Petitioner's most recent tax return. "

I believe you overlooked this whole section.

[Abby62 23]

Whoaa that is quite the list, thank you so much for posting this. I am the beneficiary BTW. I know my husband needs to completed the I-864.

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You are welcome. Good luck with everything. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to post.

[mari0711 4]

hi I started the process in April, I got my NOA1 the 4th, But i dont know how you do to see your case have been touched, i looked the case and it says the last day it was updated was the 6th May, Is it bad!! My husband and I are counting eith that within less than 3 months. do you know what it means when they post the USCIS are processinf February I130??

thanks

[OBX 51]

hi I started the process in April, I got my NOA1 the 4th, But i dont know how you do to see your case have been touched, i looked the case and it says the last day it was updated was the 6th May, Is it bad!! My husband and I are counting eith that within less than 3 months. do you know what it means when they post the USCIS are processinf February I130??

thanks

Touches don't reflect much; many filers get their first touch when their case is approved! The info regarding USCIS processing means that USCIS is currently processing I-130 petitions submitted in February. Good luck!