January 2018 I-129F Filers, Part II

[LuFlolady 881]

37 minutes ago, Mark1367 said:

My dates are 1/23 (old) and 1/26 (new). The new website shows that it was received January 26. I read where someone posted just a bit ago that they called to check, and uscis told them they were approved. So I decided to try calling even though I’m only at day 197. I was very hesitant to call, I hate talking on the phone to anyone. I was going to call at 8am California time and I procrastinated until about 1130am. My girlfriend had already given me a hard time for not calling so I went ahead and did it. After going through all the security questions like my name, address, birthday, ssn, they said my case was approved. They said that they were mailing a letter to me today. So this shows that they aren’t always updating the new website either. I suggest calling if you want to know your status. 

 

congrats!

[IandM1123 149]

8 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Checking on your embassy case number:

It will take 7 - 10 days business for NVC to receive your file from USCIS after you receive the NOA2, then another 2 - 5 business days for NVC to get your file in there system and get the MNL # from USEM.  Call 7:00am eastern time for shorter wait times K1's are not tracked through the AVR, ever. They are processed like an immigrant visa, but they are NOT immigrant visas, so they fall into a completely different class of their own. Therefore you need an operator. To get there:

 

 

1-603-334-0700 or 603-334-0888. Operator assistance is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Eastern Time)

 

1 for English, then 7 (or 5, but I would go 7 as they would tell you if you should call 5 instead after they receive your case.)

 

Calling once per day is adequate.

 

Also:

Many of our answers are predicated on the information you supply in your profile. When we look at the left column and can't determine your timeline or your Embassy it's hard for us to give you a factual answer. If you look at the profile others here, they have a flag for their country, so it makes it easy for us to reply as we can quickly determine your Embassy. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile.

 

So, if you could help yourself out and complete your profile sure would help us out when we want to reply to your question.

 

Go to the top right of this page select your name (it's on the upper right hand corner)>my profile>[below your picture on the right column] edit my profile. Scroll to the bottom and fill in "Immigration Info". There now we can better serve you.

 

Thanks

Thank you @Greenbaum for this information

[SilverMonk 194]

56 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

It doesn't make a difference. Select the one who you think will get this done. You can call their office and try and speak to the aid that handles this for your Representative and the confidence you gain from that conversation will give you a good idea who you should use.

Oh okay. Sounds good then. I'll look into it so we know which route to take.

Im trying to stay positive with the whole process but I have a feeling people who are around 200 days and above are gonna reach the inquiry date since it seems like the approvals that are coming in are from late January.

 

But thank you for your help!

[Tokenfreak 223]

1 hour ago, Mark1367 said:

My dates are 1/23 (old) and 1/26 (new). The new website shows that it was received January 26. I read where someone posted just a bit ago that they called to check, and uscis told them they were approved. So I decided to try calling even though I’m only at day 197. I was very hesitant to call, I hate talking on the phone to anyone. I was going to call at 8am California time and I procrastinated until about 1130am. My girlfriend had already given me a hard time for not calling so I went ahead and did it. After going through all the security questions like my name, address, birthday, ssn, they said my case was approved. They said that they were mailing a letter to me today. So this shows that they aren’t always updating the new website either. I suggest calling if you want to know your status. 

 

Congrats!  I wonder if I should call as I am only at day 189 old site or 184 new site?  Or should I wait longer?

[Deehotstepper 230]

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

[kmza89 57]

6 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

Congrats!!!!!!!

 

[Tokenfreak 223]

6 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

Wow!  I am so happy for you congrats!  Seeing everyone calling the USCIS and getting approvals makes me want to call and see if I am approved as well.  I have the same dates as you do!

[VickeySis 318]

5 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

Omg @Deehotstepper I am crying for you my friend!!!! This is absolutely AMAAAAAZING need!!!! Congratulations!!! 🎉🎊🍾 

 

I called and was transferred to a Tier 2–well the automated system stating I would receive a call back when one is available...so we shall see! What an awesome day 8-8-18 if I was a betting gal I would play the lottery with those numbers!!!! 

 

Keep us posted on your journey!!! Again, congratulations 

[Deehotstepper 230]

3 minutes ago, VickeySis said:

Omg @Deehotstepper I am crying for you my friend!!!! This is absolutely AMAAAAAZING need!!!! Congratulations!!! 🎉🎊🍾 

 

I called and was transferred to a Tier 2–well the automated system stating I would receive a call back when one is available...so we shall see! What an awesome day 8-8-18 if I was a betting gal I would play the lottery with those numbers!!!! 

 

Keep us posted on your journey!!! Again, congratulations 

It is so hard not to get emotional.

i will be buying lottery tickets tonight. power ball is at 233 million dollars. that would definitely help. 

you should definitely call, may you all get approved as well. 

[VickeySis 318]

43 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

It is so hard not to get emotional.

i will be buying lottery tickets tonight. power ball is at 233 million dollars. that would definitely help. 

you should definitely call, may you all get approved as well. 

If you win remember your VJ friends 🤣🤣🤣

[H Al 20]

1 hour ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

Congratulations. I wish you best of luck with the rest of your journey. I am a February filer (old site 8, new site 13). 2 months ago I requested to expedite my case but till yesterday I got a letter that they denied the request, I was upset not because they denied it but because it gave me an impression that they will not get to my case soon otherwise they could just ignore the request and work on the petition on time  (which is really close).

[Snuffles 394]

1 hour ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

Congratulations! 

[Rodney & Julissa 27]

2 hours ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

 

 

Congratulations  to  you!!!  Our time is coming soon everyone else that's waiting like me.  

Edited August 8, 2018 by Rodney & Julissa
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[CnMjourney 44]

Hi guys…I’ve seen many of you are calling. I haven’t because i don’t know what to press or who to ask for. I’m on day 210. Please help 😕I see you’ve been speaking to a tier 2 person. Is that who I ask for because I know the beginning is all automated. 

[Lucy&Jason 807]

6 minutes ago, Clecuona said:

Hi guys…I’ve seen many of you are calling. I haven’t because i don’t know what to press or who to ask for. I’m on day 210. Please help 😕I see you’ve been speaking to a tier 2 person. Is that who I ask for because I know the beginning is all automated. 

Try these..

 

Option 1:

Call USCIS. Do not press anything. Do not choose a language. If someone who picked up the phone cannot answer your question, ask them to transfer you to TIER 2.

 

Option 2:

Dial 1-866-953-7684

 

Option 3:

Call 1-800-375-5283

Press 1 to continue to english

Press 2 for case status

Press 1 if you know your receipt number

Press your receipt number 922(WAC) then your numeric receipt number

 

Option 4:

Dial 1-800-375-5283 then press 1,2,2,4,2,1 then enter receipt number then press 1.

3 hours ago, Deehotstepper said:

It is so hard not to get emotional.

i will be buying lottery tickets tonight. power ball is at 233 million dollars. that would definitely help. 

you should definitely call, may you all get approved as well. 

Congratulations @Deehotstepper 😊😊