March 2018 NOA2 ---> NVC thread

[Kari & Atti 411]

5 hours ago, ineedadisplayname said:

I think all of this really depends on the embassy. The embassy in Bucharest, Romania was fine with scanned wet signature for affidavit and new intent to marry (he signed the page and scanned it and i printed it out before the interview), but they wanted original/certified divorce decree. (He got it from the courthouse, it had an extra page attached to it declaring it is a 100% copy of the original one, or something similar. Can look up the wording if needed.)

 

At the embassy stage i was lucky there were people on this forum who had interviews in Bucharest and they were super helpful. Also with  all the info I got from them I just called the embassy and asked them (phone and email) again if it is ok or not and printed out the e-mail conversation just in case they change their minds :)))

 

I know it is hard. Try to compile a list of what you want to take and send them an e-mail and ask if it is ok to be a scanned copy, or if u need to translate anything from hungarian to english etc etc. (PM me and i will send the checklist i had for the interview)

 

 

Will do!!!

[AnaUmo 419]

I have a question for those who have completed the process, has anyone actually scheduled the medical and interview after getting their case number before it actually got the beneficiary's embassy? If so, what was the outcome? Where there issues?

[JayMar2019 2,741]

Okay everyone, I want to make sure I'm not leaving anything out, here is my "Interview Checklist":

Interview Checklist

Petitioner (Me):

• Bring original and copy of NOA2

• Bring copy of I-129F petition

• Print additional copy of DS-160 confirmation page & Interview Confirmation/Appointment Page

• Passport

• I-134 (Completed & Signed)

  • Employment Verification Letter

  • 2015, 2016, and 2017 Tax Return (Print from TurboTax)

  • 2016 & 2017 W2’s

  • Paystubs (at least 6 months)

  • Annual Performance Compensation Summary (Showing Monetary Raise)

• Birth Certificate (original & copy)

• Divorce Certificate (original & copy)

• Letters of Intent (update the dates & make sure Reni and I sign)

• Proof of ongoing relationship

  • Print pictures from May 2017, August 2017, January 2018 visits (print a picture of the wedding dress)

  • Print more chats from WhatsApp

  • Make sure to bring/pack boarding passes, baggage receipts

Beneficiary (Reni):

• Passport

• Copy of DS-160 confirmation page & Interview Confirmation/Appointment Page

• Birth Certificate (original & copy)

• Police Record

• Certificate of Non-Impediment

• Passport Photos

 

 Am I missing anything? Please let me know.

[Thelucybelle 674]

4 hours ago, Michelle M said:

I'm in NYC too and yes it is super expensive but I would miss my city (as I call it) too much if I move.

you guys should move to Philly - its like New York only cheaper and prettier !! and close to the beach still.  We go to Bethany in Delaware in the summer and its only a few hours drive! @Trinab80 and @Michelle M

Edited April 19, 2018 by Thelucybelle

[JayMar2019 2,741]

1 minute ago, Thelucybelle said:

you guys should move to Philly - its like New York only cheaper and prettier !! and close to the beach still.  We go to Bethany in Delaware in the summer and its only a few hours drive.

I graduated from Temple University and lived in Philadelphia a few years. My son was born there. 

 

It diesnt compare to the BIG APPLE!

[Thelucybelle 674]

Just now, Trinab80 said:

I graduated from Temple University and lived in Philadelphia a few years. My son was born there. 

 

It diesnt compare to the BIG APPLE!

New York just overwhelms me!!!! Where were you in Philly?  I'm a  Germantown girl

[JayMar2019 2,741]

Just now, Thelucybelle said:

New York just overwhelms me!!!! Where were you in Philly?  I'm a  Germantown girl

I live in Newark Delaware now tho 

[Thelucybelle 674]

1 minute ago, Trinab80 said:

I live in Newark Delaware now tho 

I really love the Delaware beaches!!! 

[Mgdtime97 140]

We received our case number today!!  The status still shows At NVC, but based on others, we hope it will change to a ready status quickly.

[JayMar2019 2,741]

12 minutes ago, h&y said:

Is this from your embassy website? I know W2's aren't required per my fiancé's instructions. Unless you're self employed I think? Just wanted to make sure iiiiiii am not missing anything lol

No....this is my checklist I created for myself. I'm including my W2s because I like to front-load and provide as much as possible. I front-loaded our petition when I sent it to USCIS almost a year ago and I'm going to the interview with everything. Rather have it and don't need it than to need it and not have it. 

Edited April 19, 2018 by Trinab80

[Firebread 168]

Just now, Trinab80 said:

No....this is my checklist I created for myself. I'm including my W2s because I like to front-load and provide as much as possible. I front-loaded our petition when I sent it to USCIS almost a year ago and I'm going to the interview with everything. Rather had it and don't need it than to need it and not have it. 

I am with you on this

[J&B 52]

9 hours ago, enfinity83 said:

My baby's interview is today! 7:45am local, but my time tonight at 6:45pm! She's super nervous but i'm sure it'll be fine

Good luck you guys. I look forward to hearing how I went. Our interview is also at 7:45AM but on May 1st.

[yen_n 3]

Noa1: September 22,2017

Noa2: March 29, 2018

Noa2 online: March 30, 2018

Been calling everyday at NVC and still they havent receive our case yet. Its been 22 days from our approval notice. 

[Greenbaum 12,258]

2 hours ago, Trinab80 said:

Okay everyone, I want to make sure I'm not leaving anything out, here is my "Interview Checklist":

Interview Checklist

Petitioner (Me):

• Bring original and copy of NOA2

• Bring copy of I-129F petition

• Print additional copy of DS-160 confirmation page & Interview Confirmation/Appointment Page

• Passport

• I-134 (Completed & Signed)

  • Employment Verification Letter

  • 2015, 2016, and 2017 Tax Return (Print from TurboTax)

  • 2016 & 2017 W2’s

  • Paystubs (at least 6 months)

  • Annual Performance Compensation Summary (Showing Monetary Raise)

• Birth Certificate (original & copy)

• Divorce Certificate (original & copy)

• Letters of Intent (update the dates & make sure Reni and I sign)

• Proof of ongoing relationship

  • Print pictures from May 2017, August 2017, January 2018 visits (print a picture of the wedding dress)

  • Print more chats from WhatsApp

  • Make sure to bring/pack boarding passes, baggage receipts

Beneficiary (Reni):

• Passport

• Copy of DS-160 confirmation page & Interview Confirmation/Appointment Page

• Birth Certificate (original & copy)

• Police Record

• Certificate of Non-Impediment

• Passport Photos

 

 Am I missing anything? Please let me know.

Do NOT print a picture of the wedding dress!!!!!! This has been done innocently and it went horribly wrong at the interview for others. The CO thought that they had already gotten married and declined the K-1 Visa. They tried to dispel that notion but the CO would not listen. Interview OVER. So don't show pictures of any wedding dresses or any pictures of a large family gatherings as it also can be misconstrued as a wedding celebration.  Just show pictures of the two of you together doing different things together and it helps to show pictures of you with her and her parents. Gives the notion that you met the parents and all is OK with them.

 

W2's are not needed as you have them in the 1040. Best thing to do and it only takes a few minutes of your time and that is request a tax transcripts is easier and the CO has seen plenty of them. Go here as you can get online and print right away.

 

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/request-a-transcript-or-copy-of-a-prior-year-tax-return

Edited April 20, 2018 by Greenbaum

[JayMar2019 2,741]

1 minute ago, Greenbaum said:

Do NOT print a picture of the wedding dress!!!!!! This has been done innocently and it went horribly wrong at the interview for others. The CO thought that they had already gotten married and declined the K-1 Visa. They tried to dispel that notion but the CO would not listen. Interview OVER. So don't show pictures of any wedding dresses or any pictures of a large family gatherings as it also can be misconstrued as a wedding celebration.  Just show pictures of the two of you together doing different things together and it helps to show pictures of you with her and her parents. Gives the notion that you met the parents and all is OK with them.

Duly noted. I will not include a picture of my wedding dress.