Case undergoing "additional processes"(?) at NVC

[dogspot 90]

Uglydude,

Don't get me wrong, I hope your AP is fast, your case makes it quickly to the embassy, her interview goes smooth, she breezes through customs and immigration, and the two of you are united and enjoy a happy and healthy life together. But I also think contacting your representative at this time is unwarranted. There are many people out there who need intervention by congressmen and senators and these resources should be reserved for such cases.

[YuAndDan 153]

This is not required for the I-129F. The only thing required is proof you have met in person and your letters of intent to marry.

Length of relationship prior to filing the petition does factor into the interviewing officer's decision process when considering the bonafides of a relationship, short relationship will get more attention than one that built up over a year or so.

[Shenzhen 34]

You have got to be kidding me? I met my wife and got married in 2009. 8.5 months at USCIS and now more 3.5 months at the NVC LOL! And just yesterday they approved my Affidavit of Support wooo hooo now I have to wait another few weeks just for the DS-230. Sorry uou are clueless about about waiting!

[Ugly_American 11]

I've been in the slow line at the supermarket while observing those in other lines breeze past, while thinking "that's where I would have been".

Go ahead and vent. It's fine. I can just create another account, hide my timeline and thereby avoid harassment. But I was hoping despite my luck, that people would be mature. I'm fine with anonymity here. I've been extremely sensitive in my posts. A few more negative remarks and I'll just delete this account and start an anonymous one.

Edited March 4, 2011 by Ugly_American

[Ugly_American 11]

Good luck, guys. I'll be back in some other form. No hard feelings.

"Dear Captain Ewok,

Please delete my account. I don't want my posts always weighed against my fortunate NAO2 approval. I think one feature that would help would be the ability to hide ones timeline, thereby avoiding unpleasant replies. I've never lacked humbleness about my own situation and have supported a more equitable approval process. I don't feel I'll ever be able to place a post without being harassed in some form or another. I'll generate another account, free of harassment. I don't blame others - we're all in a frustrating situation, but my timeline is a burden on a site where I only now want anonymity.

Please also lock that last thread. I don't want people discussing my case any longer.

Thanks!"

[Penny Lane 8,159]

Good luck, guys. I'll be back in some other form. No hard feelings.

"Dear Captain Ewok,

Please delete my account. I don't want my posts always weighed against my fortunate NAO2 approval. I think one feature that would help would be the ability to hide ones timeline, thereby avoiding unpleasant replies. I've never lacked humbleness about my own situation and have supported a more equitable approval process. I don't feel I'll ever be able to place a post without being harassed in some form or another. I'll generate another account, free of harassment. I don't blame others - we're all in a frustrating situation, but my timeline is a burden on a site where I only now want anonymity.

Please also lock that last thread. I don't want people discussing my case any longer.

Thanks!"

Not sure why you felt the need to make this a public issue if you want to delete your account.

I also am not sure how you're surprised by the reaction in this thread. Your NOA2, I believe, was approved in less than a month? And you're complaining about waiting a few weeks at NVC. Meanwhile, this forum is full of people waiting 5-6-7 months for their NOA2. Common sense says a thread like this wouldn't go well.

[Ugly_American 11]

I just want unbiased support. It's not possible with many. I can get it without frustration. Judge me if you like, but I don't need it. I lose nothing by starting an anonymous account. You who blame me for posting this really have no right. I asked a question, then my timeline gets out and the attacks begin. I never asked for sympathy, just answers. I can't get answers with a timeline like that. There are some who were kind and just saw that I wasn't being a jerk. Others, well you can feel good because I won't outrage you anymore. It's a win-win for all. I posted the letter so people would perhaps in the future think twice about attacking someone based on his or her timeline. People are all frustrated here and I don't need to have a target on my back. Human nature is what it is. I accept it. Now we can all move on. Please focus on your own issues. Thanks!

Edited March 4, 2011 by Ugly_American

[sevie 0]

i'm in love. Honestly, I know I'm blessed with my timeline, but a day apart from her is a day. We all know what it means. As long as there is nothing I can do, then I will wait. When my paperwork was in California I just waited. I knew my actions were useless, but if there is a chance this thing is lodged in a cog and that I can do something to move it, then I will. I've never made a nuicance of myself to the politicians I financially support every year via taxes. So if they can actually do something for me, then I will seek assistance. I expect everyone here would always do the same thing. I understand why they might delay it, if they think we've only known each other for three months, but I included AMPLE evidence of a relationship: money transfers, skpye logs, email correspondences, texts, and even screen captures of her and I chatting on skype.

Is there a chance they would require an updated set of proof of relationship? It's no problem if they do as we are sending 10-30 emails, 20+ texts, and using skype every day, but it does bother me if they would require more evidence as if they want to see it's lasted another month.

If this post bothers people who have seen much longer delays and experienced more frustrations, then forgive me. I'm not usually a lucky guy and have always had to earn things the hard way. I was lucky to meet my fiancee and lucky my case was randomly expedited. It's just how I'm wired. Even if I'm in the rapids, I'll keep paddling. Wouldn't you?

for your proof I see you listed everything but pictures I hope you sent some clear pictures with both of you in it. also I would have left out the money transfers because the relationship is fairly new you should have sent in reciepts of gifts that you bought.

[BringMyBabyHome 14]

My case went also through "additional processing" at the NVC. They even told me that I should give them 3-4 weeks to process my case, but that they couldn't tell me for sure. I freaked out. I started to read the post here in VJ. So, of course, I didn't listen...I called the next day to find out that they already process it and that is was already on its way to the embassy. After reading many posts from VJ, I found out that some case are processed in 2-5 days and others are processed in 3-4 weeks. Although, a few cases last a lot longer than that. I can not tell you the reason why, I simply don't know. I determine that "addtional processing" meant that they are just working on it.

ditto, they told me that my case had do go through additional processing and it was out the door in 4 days... blah blah blah, that's what they say instead of uhh... we are sort of behind

[Ugly_American 11]

Thanks. yes, nine pages of color photos with locations and dates. no receipts for gifts, but there were many. I've no question my package will breeze thru manila. i just want it out of the US now.

As for my relationship, it's not for anyone to judge. You who have been online dating for 4-5 years, great. You know the person better or feel more in touch or you enjoy an extended online experience. Whatever. I knew instantly when I met her that this was my mate for life. Please don't judge relationships based on time. This is also something i won't have to deal with on my anonymous account.

last post - good luck

Edited March 4, 2011 by Ugly_American

[ADMIRE 3]

Thanks. yes, nine pages of color photos with locations and dates. no receipts for gifts, but there were many. I've no question my package will breeze thru manila. i just want it out of the US now.

As for my relationship, it's not for anyone to judge. You who have been online dating for 4-5 years, great. You know the person better or feel more in touch or you enjoy an extended online experience. Whatever. I knew instantly when I met her that this was my mate for life. Please don't judge relationships based on time. This is also something i won't have to deal with on my anonymous account.

last post - good luck

Oh my God, I can't believe pple can be this mean over some other person's good fortune. How can u berate him for wanting a help that he so clearly has a right to? He has ONLY HIMSELF to look out for and ABSOLUTELY NO ONE ELSE! So, if you are so sad that his journey swifter than yours, and you are so jealous you have nothing to offer him, why don't you just ignore his question, and let thos who rejoice with pple who rejoice help him with advise all they can.

God, this is playgroup bullying in Cyberspace!

Ugly_American, I bet those berating you are really wishing they were you. Happy more speedy jouney bros!!

[dogspot 90]

I don't think you will have any issues with proof of relationship. I don't think you will have any issues at all from here on out. I don't even think the issue at NVC is an issue at all; Standard procedure.

[Penny Lane 8,159]

Oh my God, I can't believe pple can be this mean over some other person's good fortune. How can u berate him for wanting a help that he so clearly has a right to? He has ONLY HIMSELF to look out for and ABSOLUTELY NO ONE ELSE! So, if you are so sad that his journey swifter than yours, and you are so jealous you have nothing to offer him, why don't you just ignore his question, and let thos who rejoice with pple who rejoice help him with advise all they can.

God, this is playgroup bullying in Cyberspace!

Ugly_American, I bet those berating you are really wishing they were you. Happy more speedy jouney bros!!

I was one of the first people to congratulate the OP on their good fortune when they originally posted about their quick NOA2.

I don't agree with anyone judging the OP's relationship based on how long or short it's been.

I simply think to complain about being delayed a couple weeks after only filed a month or so ago is silly, and ungrateful in a process that usually takes much, MUCH longer.

[ADMIRE 3]

I was one of the first people to congratulate the OP on their good fortune when they originally posted about their quick NOA2.

I don't agree with anyone judging the OP's relationship based on how long or short it's been.

I simply think to complain about being delayed a couple weeks after only filed a month or so ago is silly, and ungrateful in a process that usually takes much, MUCH longer.

He has a right to complain. And he also has a right to having the shortest, easiest and painless possible timeline as he desires. That it's a norm that the process takes MUCH, MUCH LONGER, doesn't make it acceptable. Truth is, Ugly_American way should actually be THE WAY.

See my timeline mate, you'ld agree I've paid my dues, and honestly don't begrudge anyone wanting better.

[jrmejia 31]

It takes few days. I received my NOA2 text msg on 2/14 & hard copy on 2/16. We received packet3 and packet4 on March 2. They set the interview for April 14.