July 2015 Filers

[gaiaslastlaugh 1]

Hi everyone

Has anyone started calling for their NVC number yet or are you all waiting until Packet 3 comes through?

I assume once we get our case numbers we can start booking medical appointments and the interview right?

After 6 long years apart it is so surreal to think that we'll be together hopefully by November! SO EXCITING. Cannot wait to live in Sunshine State

So happy to see everyones transactions are going smoothly.

Our notice is dated 7/29, so I'm going to start pestering them first thing Wednesday morning

[6yearslater 4]

Our notice is dated 7/29, so I'm going to start pestering them first thing Wednesday morning

Once we have our case number does that then allow us to schedule medicals? And do they schedule our interview or do we do that ourselves?

[bec128 42]

Once we have our case number does that then allow us to schedule medicals? And do they schedule our interview or do we do that ourselves?

Not just yet... basically it allows you to check the CEAC site and/or call the Department of State to see if your embassy has received the case yet. You have to wait for confirmation from the embassy (usually in the form of Packet 4) before scheduling the medical and interview.

You'll need to check the regional VJ forum and/or the embassy reviews to see what to expect in your particular situation, for example, will your embassy definitely send you Packet 3 in a timely manner? Or can you complete the checklist ahead of time and send it in unsolicited (once you confirm they have your case)?

In our case, the Montreal embassy sometimes doesn't send out Packet 3, so we are going to complete it and send it in once we're reasonably sure that they have our case and have logged it in. Others have said that MTL generally sends Packet 4 (authorization to schedule interview) within 24-48 hours of receiving Packet 3. But like I said, please check out the local forum and embassy reviews to see how to proceed in your case

[andrea85 2]

Nooo!don't worry. It could be a 5 months process. Sometimes more, sometimes less. I sent my package the same day as you and don't have my NOA2 yet. Keep calm and enjoy the time with family and friends

thank you that gives me some peace

[rfejzullari 4]

Hello all,

I filed my I-129F on July 30th and was received by the CSC on August 3rd 2015 and a notice date of August 5th 2015. Now on the way to wait for NOA2 and I hope it gets to mee soon

[GandC 0]

Hello all,

We sent our I-129 F form on July 6th. It was received the following day. Our case was sent to CSC and we received our NOA1 by mail on July 16th. We had a notification on the USCIS app and website on August 7th that our case had been approved and to expect the NOA2 in the mail soon. I'm the US citizen living in Boston and filing on behalf of my fiance who lives in the UK. We have been together for three years, so that might have contributed to the quick processing. We had the impression that things were moving along quickly for other July filers, but 33 days seems incredibly quick from filing through to NOA2.

Good luck to other July filers!

[Leslie&Eugene 1]

I'm a bit confused on what Packet 3 and Packet 4 are. Could anyone tell me what each contain?

From what I understand, in the Philipines, the packet either takes very long or doesnt come at all however te letter is available online.

I don't think you mail anything to the Embassy either but rdther you just bring it all to your interview.

Thats what I understand from everythig I've been readig about the Manila US Embassy.

[Mirabellarose 0]

Does anyone know how long it takes for them to ask for the proof of income for the Support thingy once the NVC recieves the application? We just got out NOA2 approved on August 7 via email. We were very excited but at the same time worried. I lost my job unexpectedly few days before the approval. I am trying to find a job fast that will put me above the poverty limit. I am just trying to figure out how much time I have.

Good luck to everyone.

[Ambitious_adee 8]

What is a decent income proof anyway?

From what I understand they would look at the annual income from the previous year using tax forms? letter from boss? I think all this information is asked for in Packet 3 /4 once your case has left the US and reached your fiance country. In the Affidivit of Support form

Edited August 10, 2015 by Ambitious_adee

[bec128 42]

I'm a bit confused on what Packet 3 and Packet 4 are. Could anyone tell me what each contain?

From what I understand, in the Philipines, the packet either takes very long or doesnt come at all however te letter is available online.

I don't think you mail anything to the Embassy either but rdther you just bring it all to your interview.

Thats what I understand from everythig I've been readig about the Manila US Embassy.

Right, Packet 3 is a checklist of documents that the beneficiary signs to affirm that they have all the required docs ready to bring to the interview. As part of this the beneficiary also complete the DS-160, which is the online visa application. After the embassy receives Packet 3 from you, then they will send Packet 4, which includes information on scheduling the interview and getting the medical exam done. Hope this helps!

[Mirabellarose 0]

Ambitious

An I-134 affidavit of support has to be filled out. You have to make above the federal poverty limit(based on house hold size). You have to show proof that your fiancée will not become a public charge. Even though I had proof before I lost my job I met the income requirements, I cant use that since I'm no longer working. I don't want to give false information that will cause the visa to be denied. I am rushing to find another job, was just trying to get an idea on how soon do they request the I-134. I do not have a joint sponsor. You cant use unemployment benefits either. So yes I am stressing, just wanted to know how much time I had before they ask for that. I am just worried because I lost my job it will ruin everything.

[Leslie&Eugene 1]

Right, Packet 3 is a checklist of documents that the beneficiary signs to affirm that they have all the required docs ready to bring to the interview. As part of this the beneficiary also complete the DS-160, which is the online visa application. After the embassy receives Packet 3 from you, then they will send Packet 4, which includes information on scheduling the interview and getting the medical exam done. Hope this helps!

Huge help! Thanks!

I guess the Manila office works differently. The letter is available online so you get the documents ready and then schedule your interview as soon as your case is ready at the Embassy. And there's only one clinic where you can do your medical and all you do is go in and follow the steps. You do your medical before your interview and beingb the results in a sealed envelope.

[chillin4me 15]

AmbitiousAn I-134 affidavit of support has to be filled out. You have to make above the federal poverty limit(based on house hold size). You have to show proof that your fiancée will not become a public charge. Even though I had proof before I lost my job I met the income requirements, I cant use that since I'm no longer working. I don't want to give false information that will cause the visa to be denied. I am rushing to find another job, was just trying to get an idea on how soon do they request the I-134. I do not have a joint sponsor. You cant use unemployment benefits either. So yes I am stressing, just wanted to know how much time I had before they ask for that. I am just worried because I lost my job it will ruin everything.

Maybe you can ask someone to be a co-sponsor

I'm a bit confused on what Packet 3 and Packet 4 are. Could anyone tell me what each contain?

From what I understand, in the Philipines, the packet either takes very long or doesnt come at all however te letter is available online.

I don't think you mail anything to the Embassy either but rdther you just bring it all to your interview.

Thats what I understand from everythig I've been readig about the Manila US Embassy.

Philippines work differently.. They seldom mail the packet but it is available online...

[KD_Wright 2]

Hi everyone

Has anyone started calling for their NVC number yet or are you all waiting until Packet 3 comes through?

I assume once we get our case numbers we can start booking medical appointments and the interview right?

After 6 long years apart it is so surreal to think that we'll be together hopefully by November! SO EXCITING. Cannot wait to live in Sunshine State

So happy to see everyones transactions are going smoothly.

You are 1 day ahead of ours. I will starting calling NVC 10 business days from the time they approved my case. Hope we can get our Case #'s.

[trinaqueen 36]

I'm pretty excited I got an email this afternoon that my case qualified to be expedited based on my financial hardship request. For the past 2 weeks I couldn't stop beating myself up over a simple mistake that led to a RFE(wrong check amount)-only a few days delayed but still. What a blessing!!