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jlee   2

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Hello Visajourney world !!!!!!

First and foremost I'd like to give a big THANK YOU to everyone who has been there since day 1 to help me with every single question and concern. I cannot begin to explain how appreciative I am of you guys, and of course, of the existence of this forum which has made my visa process for my fiancee (K-1) 10000x much more attainable!!

Secondly, SHES COMING OCTOBER 5th !!! YES!! Our interview went superb (read consulate review) and she is receiving her Visa on the 5th of October, to which I already bought her plane ticket that DAY !! I CANNOT WAIT !!

Lastly, because of her coming to the United States, more importantly, a predominantly caucasian/english speaking city/state (Clarksville, TN), it will be much harder for her to adjust than say my hometown of Miami, Florida (mostly hispanic/latin decent). Does anyone have any wise words, tips, or perhaps any guidance towards reading material on how to establish a warm welcoming for her?? Books, personal experiences, stories, anything would greatly facilite her transition into the American Life.. American MILITARY life :S..

Again, THANK YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS ! :) !!!!! WISH US LUCK !!!

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Aztec&Taino   144

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Hello Visajourney world !!!!!!

First and foremost I'd like to give a big THANK YOU to everyone who has been there since day 1 to help me with every single question and concern. I cannot begin to explain how appreciative I am of you guys, and of course, of the existence of this forum which has made my visa process for my fiancee (K-1) 10000x much more attainable!!

Secondly, SHES COMING OCTOBER 5th !!! YES!! Our interview went superb (read consulate review) and she is receiving her Visa on the 5th of October, to which I already bought her plane ticket that DAY !! I CANNOT WAIT !!

Lastly, because of her coming to the United States, more importantly, a predominantly caucasian/english speaking city/state (Clarksville, TN), it will be much harder for her to adjust than say my hometown of Miami, Florida (mostly hispanic/latin decent). Does anyone have any wise words, tips, or perhaps any guidance towards reading material on how to establish a warm welcoming for her?? Books, personal experiences, stories, anything would greatly facilite her transition into the American Life.. American MILITARY life :S..

Again, THANK YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS ! :) !!!!! WISH US LUCK !!!

Congratulations! :dance:

Do you know any Latinos(as) in your area? Could you introduce her to them so she could feel more comfortable and be able to speak Spanish? I would encourage you to take her to Latino or Mexican restaurants, markets, and places of business so she can have a "taste" of home. Also, if she needs to perfect her English skills, you could look into the local public school system and see if they offer any English as a New Language for adults. It would be great for her to enroll in such classes.

I noticed that your timeline shows that your process was extremely fast. Was this the case because of an expedite due to your military status?

Best wishes!

August 23, 2010 - I-129 F package sent via USPS priority mail with delivery confirmation.

August 30, 2010 - Per Department of Homeland Security (DHS) e-mail, petition received and routed to California Service Center for processing. Check cashed. I-797C Notice of Action by mail (NOA 1) - Received date 08/25/2010. Notice date 08/27/2010.

After 150 days of imposed anxious patience...

January 24, 2011 - Per USCIS website, petition approved and notice mailed.

January 31, 2011 - Approval receipt notice (NOA 2) received by mail. Called NVC, given Santo Domingo case number, and informed that petition was sent same day to consulate.

Called Visa Specialist at the Department of State every day for a case update. Informed of interview date on February, 16 2011. Informed that packet was mailed to fiance on February, 15 2011.

February 21, 2011 - Fiance has not yet received packet. Called 1-877-804-5402 (Visa Information Center of the United States Embassy) to request a duplicate packet in person pick-up at the US consulate in Santo Domingo. Packet can be picked-up by fiance on 02/28.

March 1, 2011 - Medical exam completed at Consultorios de Visa in Santo Domingo.

March 9, 2011 at 6 AM - Interview, approved!

March 18, 2011 - POE together. JFK and O'Hare airports. Legal wedding: May 16, 2011.

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.

-Henry David Thoreau

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jlee   2

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Thank you for responding!

Well I just PCS (moved) to Ft. Campbell and I'm really all alone here since this is my second day EVER lol.. so no I don't know anybody but my ex who is stationed here really (and no they don't mix jajaja)... as far as restaurants that sounds like a good idea, I will take her to those as well as brand new restaurants to also get her into something new and fresh. Ft. Campbell from what I've read will give english classes which is awesome.

I'm assuming my case was expedited because of my military deployment status.. I did put in a packet for that. However I don't really know because I never truly received any confirmation it was due to that. NVC doesn't handle K-1's, so the day it was received there, they sent it out to the consulate right away. Once in Nicaraguan hands, I simply emailed them and I've been in constant communication since. He actually gave me my interview date not 2 minutes after I said we were ready (and to see if he could give me a date quickly). Lucky us!!

I guess I should be more specific in my question:

What do people normally do that bring a fiance/fiancee over.. and let's say they go to work. What do they do initially so that their fiancee isn't bored at home all day while they work, and do their stuff?? Anything I can put her in other than english classes? Buy her a gaming system jaja.. not sure I have many ideas (such as starting a hobby together i.e cooking classes, salsa dancing) If anyone has something to add or different please comment.

Thanks!!

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Find out what programs Ft. Campbell has for families. Getting adjusted to American life is one thing, and getting adjusted to military life is a whole other thing.

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Aztec&Taino   144

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Thank you for responding!

Well I just PCS (moved) to Ft. Campbell and I'm really all alone here since this is my second day EVER lol.. so no I don't know anybody but my ex who is stationed here really (and no they don't mix jajaja)... as far as restaurants that sounds like a good idea, I will take her to those as well as brand new restaurants to also get her into something new and fresh. Ft. Campbell from what I've read will give english classes which is awesome.

I'm assuming my case was expedited because of my military deployment status.. I did put in a packet for that. However I don't really know because I never truly received any confirmation it was due to that. NVC doesn't handle K-1's, so the day it was received there, they sent it out to the consulate right away. Once in Nicaraguan hands, I simply emailed them and I've been in constant communication since. He actually gave me my interview date not 2 minutes after I said we were ready (and to see if he could give me a date quickly). Lucky us!!

I guess I should be more specific in my question:

What do people normally do that bring a fiance/fiancee over.. and let's say they go to work. What do they do initially so that their fiancee isn't bored at home all day while they work, and do their stuff?? Anything I can put her in other than english classes? Buy her a gaming system jaja.. not sure I have many ideas (such as starting a hobby together i.e cooking classes, salsa dancing) If anyone has something to add or different please comment.

Thanks!!

Thanks for your answer. Well, you look pretty young in your pictures, so I would encourage you to give your fiancee the opportunity to learn and become more educated. Check out your local museum and community college. They may offer some class that might be of interest to her. I am a naturalized American and I know my college education helped me to transition to life in the US. Also, you could get her a gym membership or have her take some dance classes. Again, thet key here for her not to feel isolated is not to be isolated! Find activities and classes where she can interact with other people and learn. A very personal piece of advice: DO NOT buy cable or dish packages with Univision or Telemundo or any of those stupidity-filled Spanish language channels. Again, a very personal piece of advice since I do not own a TV... Nevertheless, I have seen too many Latinos live in the US for many, many years who still do not speak the English language. If you love your fiancee, you will empower her to become a better person and education is they key for this sense of empowerment.

Best wishes!

August 23, 2010 - I-129 F package sent via USPS priority mail with delivery confirmation.

August 30, 2010 - Per Department of Homeland Security (DHS) e-mail, petition received and routed to California Service Center for processing. Check cashed. I-797C Notice of Action by mail (NOA 1) - Received date 08/25/2010. Notice date 08/27/2010.

After 150 days of imposed anxious patience...

January 24, 2011 - Per USCIS website, petition approved and notice mailed.

January 31, 2011 - Approval receipt notice (NOA 2) received by mail. Called NVC, given Santo Domingo case number, and informed that petition was sent same day to consulate.

Called Visa Specialist at the Department of State every day for a case update. Informed of interview date on February, 16 2011. Informed that packet was mailed to fiance on February, 15 2011.

February 21, 2011 - Fiance has not yet received packet. Called 1-877-804-5402 (Visa Information Center of the United States Embassy) to request a duplicate packet in person pick-up at the US consulate in Santo Domingo. Packet can be picked-up by fiance on 02/28.

March 1, 2011 - Medical exam completed at Consultorios de Visa in Santo Domingo.

March 9, 2011 at 6 AM - Interview, approved!

March 18, 2011 - POE together. JFK and O'Hare airports. Legal wedding: May 16, 2011.

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.

-Henry David Thoreau

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Wow, great advice !! I was going to but you're absolutely correct. I will keep all your suggestions in my mind as I begin her transitioning. She has a good base for English but she needs more of it. I will be there step by step. Thanks!

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moving from K1 process to progress reports.

"Every one of us bears within himself the possibilty of all passions, all destinies of life in all its forms. Nothing human is foreign to us" - Edward G. Robinson.

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RICARDO4EVA2   194

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:dance::dance: nice

Current cut off date F2A - Current 

Brother's Journey (F2A) - PD Dec 30, 2010


Dec 30 2010 - Notice of Action 1 (NOA1)
May 12 2011 - Notice of Action 2 (NOA2)
May 23 2011 - NVC case # Assigned
Nov 17 2011 - COA / I-864 received
Nov 18 2011 - Sent COA
Apr 30 2012 - Pay AOS fee
Oct 15 2012 - Pay IV fee
Oct 25 2012 - Sent AOS/IV Package
Oct 29 2012 - Pkg Delivered
Dec 24 2012 - Case Complete
May 17 2013 - Interview-Approved

July 19 2013 - Enter the USA

"... Answer when you are called..."

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Congratulations!!! Wishing you many-many happy years TOGETHER! :dance: :dance: :dance:

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08-04-06 Met online

12-06-07 Filed I-129F with VSC

01-29-09 Interview; Case returned back to USCIS for 'further review'

03-21-09 FOIA Request sent (got "we have no records on your case" in respond)

07-08-09 Civil marriage; 07-11-09 Church marriage

11-14-09 I-130 Sent to CSC

11-25-09 Check Cashed by USCIS!

11-28-09 NOA1 hard copy received by snail-mail (dated 11-23-09)

04-30-10 Phone request about case outside the normal processing time

05-05-10 Hard copy letter from VSC about closure the previous petition (dated 04-05-10)

05-18-10 NOA2 hard copy received (by snail-mail)!

06-01-10 NVC case accepted

06-07-10 I-864 bill paid

06-14-10 IV bill paid

07-12-10 I-864 & DS-230 sent to NVC

07-21-10 I-864 & DS-230 received according to AVR

07-23-10 Medical (completed)

08-18-10 SIF, CC @ NVC - Thank You, LORD!

10-14-10 Planned Interview date

10-12-10 Interview cancelled

10-15-10 MRI; Brain tumour

10-19-10 Surgery. Alive

Thank You, LORD!

Love is patient...

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Congratulations man. All the very best in the future ahead.

03-22-2010: Form I-129F sent

03-24-2010: Form I-129F received & NOA1

03-26-2010: Touched

05-14-2010: Form I-129F Approved

06-01-2010: NVC sent package to Embassy

06-03-2010: Embassy received package from NVC

06-08-2010: Packet 3 received

06-12-2010: Packet 3 sent to Embassy

06-29-2010: Packet 4 received

07-30-2010: Interview date

Ephesians 3:20 "God is Able to do all things exceedingly abundantly above, according to the power(faith and trust in Him) that worketh in us"

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:dance: Congratulations.

USCIS

NOA1 08/19/08

NOA2 01/20/09

NVC

Received 01/26/09

Completed 02/13/09 (19 Days)

Interview Assigned 03/27/09 (6 weeks after NVC completion)

Medical

04/14/09 (Toronto)

Interview

Montreal 05/12/09 (88 days after NVC completion) **APPROVED**

POE

06/16/09 Buffalo

07/02/09 Welcome Letter Received

07/07/09 Applied for SSN

07/10/09 "Card production ordered" email received

07/13/09 SSN received

07/14/09 "Approval notice sent" email received

07/17/09 GREEN CARD received

Removal of Conditions

03/21/11 I-751 mailed to VSC

03/23/11 I-751 received at VSC

03/29/11 Cheque Cashed

03/30/11 NOA1 received (3/24/11)

04/11/11 Biometrics appointment notice received

05/05/11 Biometric appointment

12/13/11 **Approval date** (5 days short of 9 months!)

12/19/11 Approval letter and green card received

Naturalization

05/16/2019 Filed online (estimated completion February 2020)

05/18/2019 Biometrics scheduled

05/21/2019 Receipt notice and biometrics notices posted to online account.05/23/2019 Hard copy of NOA1 received

05/24/2019 Hard copy of biometrics appointment received

06/07/2019 Biometrics appointment (estimated completion January 2020)

12/31/2019 Email received "Interview scheduled"

01/01/2020 Interview date notice posted to online account (02/19/2020)

01/05/2019 Hard copy of interview appointment received

02/19/2020 Interview (**Approved**) and same day Oath Ceremony. 

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Hello Visajourney world !!!!!!

First and foremost I'd like to give a big THANK YOU to everyone who has been there since day 1 to help me with every single question and concern. I cannot begin to explain how appreciative I am of you guys, and of course, of the existence of this forum which has made my visa process for my fiancee (K-1) 10000x much more attainable!!

Secondly, SHES COMING OCTOBER 5th !!! YES!! Our interview went superb (read consulate review) and she is receiving her Visa on the 5th of October, to which I already bought her plane ticket that DAY !! I CANNOT WAIT !!

Lastly, because of her coming to the United States, more importantly, a predominantly caucasian/english speaking city/state (Clarksville, TN), it will be much harder for her to adjust than say my hometown of Miami, Florida (mostly hispanic/latin decent). Does anyone have any wise words, tips, or perhaps any guidance towards reading material on how to establish a warm welcoming for her?? Books, personal experiences, stories, anything would greatly facilite her transition into the American Life.. American MILITARY life :S..

Again, THANK YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS ! :) !!!!! WISH US LUCK !!!

Congratulations! Air Assault! (former 101st soldier)

I-129F Sent : 2009-07-13

I-129F NOA1 : 2009-07-27

I-129F NOA2 : 2009-09-29

NVC Received : 2009-10-07

NVC Left : 2009-10-09

Consulate Received : 2009-10-19

Packet 3 Received : 2009-10-26

Packet 3 Sent : 2009-10-26

Packet 4 Received : 2009-10-26

Interview Date : 2009-11-17

Interview Result : Approved

Visa Received : 2009-11-20

US Entry : 2009-11-21

Marriage : 2009-12-04

Date AOS Filed : 2010-05-11

NOA Date : 2010-05-18

Bio. Appt. : 2010-06-04

AOS Transfer : 2010-06-10

Approval Date : 2010-08-09

Greencard Received: 2010-08-18

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canadian_wife   1,791

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Congrats

good luck

USCIS
August 12, 2008 - petition sent
August 16, 2008 - NOA-1
February 10, 2009 - NOA-2
178 DAYS FROM NOA-1

NVC
February 13, 2009 - NVC case number assigned
March 12, 2009 - Case Complete
25 DAY TRIP THROUGH NVC

Medical
May 4, 2009

Interview
May, 26, 2009

POE - June 20, 2009 Toronto - Atlanta, GA

Removal of Conditions
Filed - April 14, 2011
Biometrics - June 2, 2011 (early)
Approval - November 9, 2011
209 DAY TRIP TO REMOVE CONDITIONS

Citizenship

April 29, 2013 - NOA1 for petition received

September 10, 2013 Interview - decision could not be made.

April 15, 2014 APPROVED. Wait for oath ceremony

Waited...

September 29, 2015 - sent letter to senator.

October 16, 2015 - US Citizen

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