October 2018 K-1 NOA2 ----> NVC

[Greenbaum 12,259]

I created this thread for those who are waiting for their NOA2 K-1 and the case assignment from NVC.

 

These are items that everyone ask for so I thought I just post them here for you to refer to when it's necessary.

 

1. How do I update my email address with NVC  Once you receive your NOA2 approval then contact NVC via https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html to update your email address as well as your beneficiary's email address. This will give you an email alert when your file arrives at NVC, your case is assigned and when the file leaves for your Embassy.

 

2. Checking on your embassy case number from NVC:

It will take 7 - 10 business days 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 produce your case number.  Call 7:00 am eastern time for shorter wait times.

 

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.)

 

Best time to call:

Right after they open which is around 7:00am US Eastern Time, Mon-Fri. Most have had luck getting the phone answered after the first ring if they called right at 7am.

 

3. How long to assign a Case # from NOA2

 

Currently it's been taking about 2 weeks for USCIS to send the file to NVC. Then it's been taking about 2-3 weeks for NVC to assign the case number. Then it's taking another 2-3 week depending on the Embassy to receive your case. Your mileage may vary!

 

4. Follow Similar VJ members timelines.  Use the tools here in VJ to answer "when I am going to get etc. etc." question. Near your picture there is a link for your timeline. Select it and once you're on the next page near your picture  you will see "follow similar timelines" and it will populate 12 other couples who are near your dates. Scroll down and you will see a "spreadsheet" style page showing all the variables for measurement for when others from your Embassy are getting the same notice of approval or action.  Try it. It really works!

 

5. Follow similar VJ members timelines from other countries. And if you want to follow those from other countries that have similar timelines as yours there are several tools available to you. Go up to Immigration Timelines on the blue ribbon above and select it. Once you are on the next page looked to your left and you will see a box that states, "find similar timelines" and select it. A list will populate with those who are processing close to your timeline. When they start to change you will soon be behind them.

 

I followed those that were in my group to give me an idea where they were in processing so I could judge if I was ahead or behind.  It's pretty accurate, maybe within a day or so.

 

If you choose to follow those twelve members then you will get an email every time their status updates.

 

I hope these tips help you along your Journey. So lets share our experiences, our tips and ask questions.

 

[Lucy&Jason 807]

I’m wondering who will be the first lucky one to post on here...🤔🤔🤔

 

Welcome Approved Filers... 🎉

[Lucy&Jason 807]

14 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

1. How do I update my email address with NVC  Once you receive your NOA2 approval then contact NVC via https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html to update your email address as well as your beneficiary's email address. This will give you an email alert when your file arrives at NVC, your case is assigned and when the file leaves for your Embassy.

@Greenbaum what could be the modest question to fill in the box? Will asking about the case number be enough? Do we need to wait for 15days to email the NVC?

[Greenbaum 12,259]

4 hours ago, Lucy&Jason said:

@Greenbaum what could be the modest question to fill in the box? Will asking about the case number be enough? Do we need to wait for 15days to email the NVC?

?1 What Question what box. I don't have access so a picture is worth a 10pp words. Screenshot please.

?2 yes

?3 no

Edited October 1, 2018 by Greenbaum

[Lucy&Jason 807]

there in the “type your question below”

[LarryHickman 181]

On 9/30/2018 at 8:37 PM, Greenbaum said:

I created this thread for those who are waiting for their NOA2 K-1 and the case assignment from NVC.

 

These are items that everyone ask for so I thought I just post them here for you to refer to when it's necessary.

 

1. How do I update my email address with NVC  Once you receive your NOA2 approval then contact NVC via https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html to update your email address as well as your beneficiary's email address. This will give you an email alert when your file arrives at NVC, your case is assigned and when the file leaves for your Embassy.

 

2. Checking on your embassy case number from NVC:

It will take 7 - 10 business days 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 produce your case number.  Call 7:00 am eastern time for shorter wait times.

 

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.)

 

Best time to call:

Right after they open which is around 7:00am US Eastern Time, Mon-Fri. Most have had luck getting the phone answered after the first ring if they called right at 7am.

 

3. How long to assign a Case # from NOA2

 

Currently it's been taking about 2 weeks for USCIS to send the file to NVC. Then it's been taking about 2-3 weeks for NVC to assign the case number. Then it's taking another 2-3 week depending on the Embassy to receive your case. Your mileage may vary!

 

4. Follow Similar VJ members timelines.  Use the tools here in VJ to answer "when I am going to get etc. etc." question. Near your picture there is a link for your timeline. Select it and once you're on the next page near your picture  you will see "follow similar timelines" and it will populate 12 other couples who are near your dates. Scroll down and you will see a "spreadsheet" style page showing all the variables for measurement for when others from your Embassy are getting the same notice of approval or action.  Try it. It really works!

 

5. Follow similar VJ members timelines from other countries. And if you want to follow those from other countries that have similar timelines as yours there are several tools available to you. Go up to Immigration Timelines on the blue ribbon above and select it. Once you are on the next page looked to your left and you will see a box that states, "find similar timelines" and select it. A list will populate with those who are processing close to your timeline. When they start to change you will soon be behind them.

 

I followed those that were in my group to give me an idea where they were in processing so I could judge if I was ahead or behind.  It's pretty accurate, maybe within a day or so.

 

If you choose to follow those twelve members then you will get an email every time their status updates.

 

I hope these tips help you along your Journey. So lets share our experiences, our tips and ask questions.

 

Hi greenbaum, you have always been helpful, maybe in about 30 days you can post a May instructional for May K1’s.....getting the case number, when to do the ds160, what you need or has to happen to schedule the medical and ultimately the interview, thanks!

 

I’ll look around for next steps to put in the May I 129F filers thread, thanks!

[Greenbaum 12,259]

2 hours ago, Lucy&Jason said:

there in the “type your question below”

Just ask that both of you have your email address's updated to petitioner and beneficiary in that box.  It doesn't have to be a question.

[Lucy&Jason 807]

Congratulations @BridefromKZ Welcome to October NVC thread...

[BridefromKZ 34]

So, I got my NOA2 on 10/1!!! Yay!!! I am here! Who’s gonna wait with me?)

[Lucy&Jason 807]

1 minute ago, BridefromKZ said:

So, I got my NOA2 on 10/1!!! Yay!!! I am here! Who’s gonna wait with me?)

You are the first lucky one... 

[BananaButton5 175]

Hi, all! I'm joining the October NOA2 thread! Wooo! 

[Kely&Jose 28]

Joining the October thread as well. 

So happy to be one step closer! 

Wooot woot 

[The_Empyrean 733]

Hello everyone!

Joining the thread!

[Abbey B 79]

Hi everyone! Joining here as well and congrats to all the approvals  

[Chrissy&Chris 13]

Hey, joining you guys on here