Strange conversation with the NVC

[Kirsten L 0]

Until you have reason to think otherwise, consider yourself blessed to have one less level of bureaucracy standing between you and your dream.

This is exactly how I'm inclined to view the shipping of a case directly to the consulate. I understand already what the fear is, though...that doing so will only screw things up and cause you a longer time at the consulate. Well, I for one am praying that won't happen to you, Gary and Luz, or to tjv2000 or anyone else. NO MORE SCREW UPS!!!

[ready4ONE 5,400]

Just to follow up. I called the USCIS and they said the same thing!! Some petitions go straight to the consulate!! I can't get to the DOS on the phone yet. They don't open until 11 on wed. This is bizzarr!!!!

An expedite procedure perhaps since they put you two through the ringer?? Hope so Gary, rooting for you here!

[Sil 0]

Until you have reason to think otherwise, consider yourself blessed to have one less level of bureaucracy standing between you and your dream.

This is exactly how I'm inclined to view the shipping of a case directly to the consulate. I understand already what the fear is, though...that doing so will only screw things up and cause you a longer time at the consulate. Well, I for one am praying that won't happen to you, Gary and Luz, or to tjv2000 or anyone else. NO MORE SCREW UPS!!!

Guys, how many numbers should be asigned to one case.Till now on my case there are 2 numbers:1)EAC.......... and 2)A............... and it has to hasve 3-rd one from NVC, is that correct?

[GaryC 7]

No new number has been assigned. That is what is worring me. If I had a new case number I would be thrilled at the idea of going straight to Manila. But since I don't have a case number I have no way of tracking where my petition is. Thats the worry.

[Barry2005 0]

Gary I have the same Noa2 date as you. I have called the NVC and each time they say they have no record of my case yet. It's been over 4 weeks! I hope they didn't lose the Sept 7 box.

[rl2009 0]

It is strange but maybe it is good news too?????

[gobdogman 0]

Gary I have the same Noa2 date as you. I have called the NVC and each time they say they have no record of my case yet. It's been over 4 weeks! I hope they didn't lose the Sept 7 box.

It wont be 30 days until the 7th and i have the same date and get the same reply from them when i call i used to be able to call and talk to CSC but the uscis has changed the call line and i am unable to get through to the CSC any longer .

Now they are saying it can take up to as long as 90 days for NVC to have our case in the system.

Its just another waiting game we must play with the Govt.

Edited October 6, 2006 by gobdogman

[Barry2005 0]

You might want to send an email, my lawyer received this the next day after he sent an email for me. I was born in Spain while my dad was in the military ...maybe that is why mine is taking longer? Here is the response:

Below is the response we have received to our inquiry...It appears that everything is in order, we are just awaiting clearances....

Good Afternoon,

Your inquiry has been received at the NVC. The non-immigrant visa petition you mentioned in your letter has recently been entered into our computer system and assigned the case number MOS##########.

As part of the aftermath of the events of September 11, 2001, there are additional security check requirements for visa applicants. While it is not possible to predict when the clearances for this case will be finished by all involved Washington agencies, please be assured that as soon as the results are received, the case file will be forwarded to the appropriate US Embassy or Consulate General.

Regards,

National Visa Center

AKD/bcl

I am happy that they have my case. hmmmm

Gobdoman you are filing for the phillipines ....the same as Gary.

[BPM-MVS 0]

Hi Gary, Alot of confusing feedback here as many people are describing situations that differ from your original post. Your petition is going straight to the consular of your Fiance. No NVC! So, how does one track this package? The only way I see possible, is to keep contacting the Consular office of your Fiancee. Their web site will do no good as you need to look up interview dates by the NVC number. Contacting CSC? I don't think so. First, if they sent it, then they don't have it! They don't create the Consular tracking number.

I pray that this skipping of NVC is a blessing for you and Luz! But getting that tracking number seems only possible throught he receiving consulate.

My prayers are with you and Luz as always

[domini loka 0]

Hey Gary I found my case did stop at NVC........I sent an email and this was their answer.........I got this yesterday!!

Dear Sir or Madam,

Your inquiry has been received at the National Visa Center (NVC).

The visa petition you mentioned in your inquiry has recently been forwarded to the US Embassy/Consulate General. Please allow 10-15 business days for the Embassy/Consulate General to receive the petition.

Any further inquiries should be directed to the assigned US Embassy or Consulate General.

The NVC case number is listed below.

Case Number: SDO2006xxxxxx

Beneficiary's Name: Marlon

Preference Category: K3

Your Priority Date: 20Jul2006

Foreign State Chargeability: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

U.S. Embassy/Consulate: EMBAJADA DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

ESQ DE CALLE CESAR NICOLAS PENSON Y

CALLE LEOPOLDO NAVARRO, SANTO DOMINGO

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Traveling Applicants:

NAME DOB POB

DOMR

Regards,

National Visa Center

M2B/ams

[GaryC 7]

Ok, so it looks like it will go to the NVC after all. It bites that I have to wait this long after a 6 month wait to get my NOA2 but I guess thats the way it goes. Hears hoping that next weeks has better news.

[SirLancelot 1]

Both ....I just got off the phone with the Visa Specialist in DC and they told me they don't have a number yet!! Sooo What can I say just wait....at least I know NVC won't hold it up.....I just wish there was something more concrete!!

You've been waiting for a month......Have they sent you anything with the new number??

Nothing yet. I just talked to the DOS and they never heard of such a thing. She suggested that I call the Manila embassy and see if its there.

Gary let us know what you find out. My NOA does not say it went direct, but NVC says they have no record of our petition and USCIS says they sent it on 14 Sept. I am not panicing yet because it has only been two weeks. Good luck, Payato

I have a NOA2 date of 9/18/06 and contacting NVC yields me an answer of "we have no record of".

NVC use to be quite quick (1-2 weeks), but now there seems to be a backlog and many cases are taking 4+ weeks to clear through NVC.

[twincactus 1]

Hey Gary I found my case did stop at NVC........I sent an email and this was their answer.........I got this yesterday!!

Dear Sir or Madam,

Your inquiry has been received at the National Visa Center (NVC).

The visa petition you mentioned in your inquiry has recently been forwarded to the US Embassy/Consulate General. Please allow 10-15 business days for the Embassy/Consulate General to receive the petition.

Any further inquiries should be directed to the assigned US Embassy or Consulate General.

The NVC case number is listed below.

Case Number: SDO2006xxxxxx

Beneficiary's Name: Marlon

Preference Category: K3

Your Priority Date: 20Jul2006

Foreign State Chargeability: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

U.S. Embassy/Consulate: EMBAJADA DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

ESQ DE CALLE CESAR NICOLAS PENSON Y

CALLE LEOPOLDO NAVARRO, SANTO DOMINGO

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Traveling Applicants:

NAME DOB POB

DOMR

Regards,

National Visa Center

M2B/ams

Unfortunately for you, your wait is only beginning. The wait in the Dominican Republic for an interview is over 2 years now. I know you don't believe me now and this is a shock, but there is a waiting list at the Consulate. http://www.usemb.gov.do/Consular/waiting_list.htm

More information can be found on our forum.