I797 Approval BUT WHAT NOW

[crockies99 0]

I am American. My fiance is Canadian. In September of 2012 USCIS received our application packet for our I29f. On February 28, 2013 we received I-797 Notice of Action Letter stating that we have been approved. It said to follow directions listed on this letter.

The only directions are that we can call a consulate to change consulates.

I called the USCIS number but they said to call the consulate.

We tried calling the consulate in Montreal. My fiance called. They said it could take up to 5 to 7 months for them to call my fiance. Is that true??? They then said they don't have the file and that the USCIS was wrong.

What do we do next?

It was too my understanding that the K1 process takes around 6 to 8 months.

I am very grateful for any insight anybody can provide.

Thank you!

[X Factor 1,112]

Might want to post this in the Canadian forum

[JensJrny2Ray 367]

I am American. My fiance is Canadian. In September of 2012 USCIS received our application packet for our I29f. On February 28, 2013 we received I-797 Notice of Action Letter stating that we have been approved. It said to follow directions listed on this letter.

The only directions are that we can call a consulate to change consulates.

I called the USCIS number but they said to call the consulate.

We tried calling the consulate in Montreal. My fiance called. They said it could take up to 5 to 7 months for them to call my fiance. Is that true??? They then said they don't have the file and that the USCIS was wrong.

What do we do next?

It was too my understanding that the K1 process takes around 6 to 8 months.

I am very grateful for any insight anybody can provide.

Thank you!

Congratulations on your approval!

First of all, it is very beneficial to fill in your timeline. The guides are very helpful in finding information on what to do next.

You need to call the NVC and they will give you your case number. From there, you can e-mail the Montreal consulate with your case number in the subject line and tell them you are ready for packet 3 and they may e-mail you. Once you follow the instructions on packet 3, you will either mail it to the consulate in Montreal, or e-mail/fax it and then you will receive packet 4 with your instructions on how to set up your interview.

You will probably find it helpful to take a peek in the Canada forums where you will find relevant information. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/327503-canada-immigration-k1-guide-for-montreal/

That thread might be a good place to start. Again congratulations!

[crockies99 0]

Thank you very much for the help!

I filled out the timeline.

It's funny, or not funny really, I've contacted the NVC twice and they said that it is out of their hands now. And to just call the consulate, but they never gave me any new Number to give to the consulate.

Tried calling NVC back, but they said they aren't taking any calls now.