NVC Filers - January 2014

[NickB 3]

Hi all, my wife in the US called NVC several times last week to try to get our case number and received a 'busy' signal instead of getting through to the automated answer service. Anyone had the same or knows why this is?

[dwheels76 5,463]

Hi all, my wife in the US called NVC several times last week to try to get our case number and received a 'busy' signal instead of getting through to the automated answer service. Anyone had the same or knows why this is?

Yes many have reported busy lines. Either called early when they open or close to closing. Keep trying is all you can do. You can also call DOS. Look at first post for #

[NickB 3]

Yes many have reported busy lines. Either called early when they open or close to closing. Keep trying is all you can do. You can also call DOS. Look at first post for #

Thanks for your reply. Will do.

[e24 6]

There are a lot of delayed mails last december. And also since last week NVC line is busy at times. Keep on trying i call them twice a day and finally got my case number on the 16th business day from the day they told me that case was received on their office. Good luck everyone

[Jayr&Kirstine 4]

Hi everyone do I need to show NBI during interview? If yes, should it be last 3 months before interview? I am about to get nbi today or this week to mail it to my husband for the IV package. I thought of getting two NBI's for the IV package and interview since our NBI office has its down system.. I really need your advice. Thank you and good luck to us!

Edited January 13, 2014 by Jayr&Kirstine

[savagechair 38]

Hope it's ok to post this here versus a separate thread

Would it be advisable or INadvisable to include assets on an i864 where income might be perceived as not 'ongoing'?

The reason is, my income is self employed. I live and have earned it abroad BUT, it will easily continue after we move back to the US. I plan to include a letter that states this, along with a letter from my accountant.

However, I had the thought I provide, in addition, the asset section to list my husband's assets (which cover the assets requirements plus some).

Would including both on the form, given the somewhat unusual nature of my income, be confusing, or helpful? My understanding is sometimes the officers are easily derailed by i864s that aren't totally 'cut and dry'. And the form is clear: only include the assets IF you can't make income. I content I CAN make income, but an officer may see that differently. Would I be creating a problem for myself by including those assets, too?

Thank you

[NikLR 13,220]

TSC has always taken a long time to send petitions. Just look at the NVC forum to see.

[Jematt 7]

Hope it's ok to post this here versus a separate thread

Would it be advisable or INadvisable to include assets on an i864 where income might be perceived as not 'ongoing'?

The reason is, my income is self employed. I live and have earned it abroad BUT, it will easily continue after we move back to the US. I plan to include a letter that states this, along with a letter from my accountant.

However, I had the thought I provide, in addition, the asset section to list my husband's assets (which cover the assets requirements plus some).

Would including both on the form, given the somewhat unusual nature of my income, be confusing, or helpful? My understanding is sometimes the officers are easily derailed by i864s that aren't totally 'cut and dry'. And the form is clear: only include the assets IF you can't make income. I content I CAN make income, but an officer may see that differently. Would I be creating a problem for myself by including those assets, too?

Thank you

Savage, I think you should attach explanation--I believe it even asks for that, if there is something unusual. However, they may send you additional checklists--so be prepared for that. But, I am not an expert--this is just my opinion. I met the requirements with my standard income and also included additional revenues, but, attached explanation and also statements and copies of checks to prove it, along with the associated bank statements of deposit. As long as you are thorough and show the whole picture, along with clear explanations, I think these people at NVC are reasonable. Good luck!

[pob260 23]

Savage, I think you should attach explanation--I believe it even asks for that, if there is something unusual. However, they may send you additional checklists--so be prepared for that. But, I am not an expert--this is just my opinion. I met the requirements with my standard income and also included additional revenues, but, attached explanation and also statements and copies of checks to prove it, along with the associated bank statements of deposit. As long as you are thorough and show the whole picture, along with clear explanations, I think these people at NVC are reasonable. Good luck!

Congrats Jematt on your IL date. was pleasantly surprised and happy for you. Did you get the email for case complete? How long after was the IL date? Just trying to figure out if there is a pattern...

Savage: Even though I did have enough income on two of the three years I used a joint sponsor. I think getting a joint sponsor would go a long way in erasing whatever doubts that they may have with your AOS.

I had sticky notes on the I864 on the sections where I thought they could get lost with very brief notes saying where the figures came from or to see attached copy etc.

Good Luck

Edited January 13, 2014 by pob260

[G&V 1]

I'm sending the iv package from aboard. Is it safer to send via registered post?? ( ie someone needs to sign for it on receipt)

[emelielindgren 3]

IV package and AOS package reached the Nvc on the 8th last week according to fedex. What now? Just wait? Or call?

[jellyganda 3]

Thanks for all the info.. all are helpful

[savagechair 38]

Savage, I think you should attach explanation--I believe it even asks for that, if there is something unusual. However, they may send you additional checklists--so be prepared for that. But, I am not an expert--this is just my opinion. I met the requirements with my standard income and also included additional revenues, but, attached explanation and also statements and copies of checks to prove it, along with the associated bank statements of deposit. As long as you are thorough and show the whole picture, along with clear explanations, I think these people at NVC are reasonable. Good luck!

Thanks, jematt! That's helpful.

Pob260, a joint sponsor is something I want to avoid. My income's been solid for 6+ years, so I think that helps

Thanks to both!

[Andreea E. 1]

Hi all,

I received the NVC case number, and now I have to fill in the DS-261 form online.

Can you please tell me which address should I fill in the form? The US address or should I use the address from my country?

this is for: Correspondence from the U.S. Department of State regarding your visa application will be sent to:

thank you!

[JbTin 51]

Hi all,

I received the NVC case number, and now I have to fill in the DS-261 form online.

Can you please tell me which address should I fill in the form? The US address or should I use the address from my country?

this is for: Correspondence from the U.S. Department of State regarding your visa application will be sent to:

thank you!

It is best to use a US address (your spouse/agent's address)