K-1 what to do from here

[ChadB 0]

So we finally got our NOA2 on April 8th, however I called the NVC center April 30th and they have yet to get the papers. I gave them my case number and get "sir we dont have anything by that case number yet". Its almost been a month and the NOA2 has a 4 month validity window valid through 8/7/2013. I dont want to take the chance that it would expire before she arrives, the mail in the Philippines specifically Mindanao is quite slow. Should i just wait longer for the NVC center to get their stuff together? Am i missing something? Is this window going to be a issue? HELP ME PLEASE IM FREAKING OUT!

[Greenshoots 2]

I am also trying to figure out the NVC stage too. I am 4/20 NOA 2 recipient.

One thing I have heard over and over is that the 4 month expiration issue is not something to worry about. I have read and heard that the consulate can and will extend it if necessary. So, I would not stress about this.

I am totally confused about us calling the NVC to get a case number etc etc as a way of speeding up the process. I have a lawyer who says to sit and chill and the NVC will shoot the package to the embassy. Also, the stats on this site do not show a big hold up at the NVC stage/

[Anna Grant 169]

So we finally got our NOA2 on April 8th, however I called the NVC center April 30th and they have yet to get the papers. I gave them my case number and get "sir we dont have anything by that case number yet". Its almost been a month and the NOA2 has a 4 month validity window valid through 8/7/2013. I dont want to take the chance that it would expire before she arrives, the mail in the Philippines specifically Mindanao is quite slow. Should i just wait longer for the NVC center to get their stuff together? Am i missing something? Is this window going to be a issue? HELP ME PLEASE IM FREAKING OUT!

Are you sure you have your terminology right? You tell NVC your receipt number (as printed on your NOA1 and NOA2) and NVC will give you the corresponding case number that has been allocated to you case.

Although NVC should realize what you've done, that could be where the confusion is.

[Tahoma 2,292]

So we finally got our NOA2 on April 8th, however I called the NVC center April 30th and they have yet to get the papers. I gave them my case number and get "sir we dont have anything by that case number yet". Its almost been a month and the NOA2 has a 4 month validity window valid through 8/7/2013. I dont want to take the chance that it would expire before she arrives, the mail in the Philippines specifically Mindanao is quite slow. Should i just wait longer for the NVC center to get their stuff together? Am i missing something? Is this window going to be a issue? HELP ME PLEASE IM FREAKING OUT!

You don't have to worry about your petition. The U.S. Embassy Manila will revalidate it for another four months.

By the way, you should plan on sending your important papers to your fiancee via FedEx or LBC, not USPS / PhilPost. You've been warned!

Keep calling the NVC every business day. Ask for a tier two rep.

[ChadB 0]

My fiancee already has a copy of the packet, her certified birth certificate, Certificate of no marriage and aff of support. Should she need anything else?

[Tahoma 2,292]

My fiancee already has a copy of the packet, her certified birth certificate, Certificate of no marriage and aff of support. Should she need anything else?

Chad...here are the instructions on how to prepare for a K-1 interview in Manila: http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/Revised%20K1%20Instruction_rtf2_rtf2_001.pdf

[Tahoma 2,292]

I am also trying to figure out the NVC stage too. I am 4/20 NOA 2 recipient.

I am totally confused about us calling the NVC to get a case number etc etc as a way of speeding up the process. I have a lawyer who says to sit and chill and the NVC will shoot the package to the embassy. Also, the stats on this site do not show a big hold up at the NVC stage/

Your lawyer's advice to chill is fine...if you want to add an unnecessary extra month or more to your visa journey after the USCIS approves your I-129F petition!!!

If you want to speed things up, read this: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/428885-whats-next/