timeline information

[JP87 1]

Hello everyone,

 

I have a couple of questions about the timeline to finish the visa process. If at all possible, please be specific.

 

The information I have at the moment is:

1. The approval time for the NVC to check all documentation submitted is up to 3 weeks.

2. The arrival of approval to have interview is up to 2 weeks.

3. The timeline to get the medical evaluation results is up to 2 weeks.

4. The timeline for passport to arrive after visa approval is up to 2 weeks.

 

This has a total possibility of 11 weeks to finish.

 

My questions are:

1. How long can I stall the submission of the AOS and supporting documents without having a problem?

2. After receiving the approval for interview letter, is it possible to delay when you have your interview? If so, how long can you delay?

 

I am trying to fit my wife's pregnancy situation into the visa schedule. I worry about her ability to travel to the embassy at 6-8 months pregnant. 

[Just Paul 4,591]

Have you filed the I-130 / I-130 yet?   That can take 12 months to process.  NVC can take 6 weeks and after that is approved it can take 6 weeks to get to the Consulate/ Embassy.  

 

I believe  you have a year after the NVC is completed to finish up.

 

 

[Just Paul 4,591]

Sorry your timeline didn't come up.  Since you applied about a year ago you will probably get your NOA2 within the next 60 days.   After the NVC and visa entry you can go online and move the appointment back.

[JP87 1]

On 12/14/2018 at 7:34 PM, Paul & Mary said:

Sorry your timeline didn't come up.  Since you applied about a year ago you will probably get your NOA2 within the next 60 days.   After the NVC and visa entry you can go online and move the appointment back

I have completed the i-130 and I also have received the NOA. I am not sure what you mean by NOA2.

 

I have basically completed the CEAC NVC process. I have not submitted the AOS though because I was concerned about the timeline.

 

I do not know if it is possible to delay the interview portion once I finish the NVC documents. Also if I can delay the interview, how long can I delay for?

[JP87 1]

On 12/14/2018 at 7:34 PM, Paul & Mary said:

Sorry your timeline didn't come up

Sorry for the confusion, i just updated my timeline

[Just Paul 4,591]

57 minutes ago, JP87 said:

I do not know if it is possible to delay the interview portion once I finish the NVC documents. Also if I can delay the interview, how long can I delay for?

Once you get the appointment setup you can go online and select a later date ( most people want to find a later date)

 

Just remember you have 6 months to enter the US after you get medical appointment.

[JP87 1]

1 minute ago, Paul & Mary said:

Once you get the appointment setup you can go online and select a later date ( most people want to find a later date)

 

Just remember you have 6 months to enter the US after you get medical appointment.

Oh, so I can finish the NVC stage and then setup your own appointment date? Is it possible to get an appointment date for 2 or 3 months after you get the approval from NVC?

[Just Paul 4,591]

6 minutes ago, JP87 said:

Oh, so I can finish the NVC stage and then setup your own appointment date? Is it possible to get an appointment date for 2 or 3 months after you get the approval from NVC?

You should get a notification once the embassy has set the first appointment.  Then you can do online and move it back.

[JP87 1]

2 minutes ago, Paul & Mary said:

You should get a notification once the embassy has set the first appointment.  Then you can do online and move it back.

Thank you for the information.

 

I have been seriously stressing. My wife is soon to be due for our first children (twins). Trying to figure out how to plan for the birth (birth, recovery, babies USA citizenship and passports) and finish her visa while planning our return to USA the end of the year is driving me crazy lol.

[NikLR 13,220]

1 hour ago, Paul & Mary said:

Once you get the appointment setup you can go online and select a later date ( most people want to find a later date)

 

Just remember you have 6 months to enter the US after you get medical appointment.

This is incorrect for CR1/IR1 visas.  Most embassies set the interview date through the NVC.  Once set you cant change the date unless you miss the inital interview.  It is best to delay sending documents vs trying to change interview dates.  However you are correct that there is a 6 month window from medical most often. 

[NikLR 13,220]

1 hour ago, JP87 said:

Thank you for the information.

 

I have been seriously stressing. My wife is soon to be due for our first children (twins). Trying to figure out how to plan for the birth (birth, recovery, babies USA citizenship and passports) and finish her visa while planning our return to USA the end of the year is driving me crazy lol.

I would delay sending your final documents until the babies are born and you can apply for their CRBA and passports.  You can delay up to a year from your last submission.  Be aware though that if its been a year since the ds-260 it may need to be redone. 

[JP87 1]

15 hours ago, NikLR said:

I would delay sending your final documents until the babies are born and you can apply for their CRBA and passports.  You can delay up to a year from your last submission.  Be aware though that if its been a year since the ds-260 it may need to be redone. 

I see. Thank you for the update. I will plan accordingly.

[nativeson 47]

Congrats on the twins! Taking advantage of the Japanese healthcare system for child birth is definitely the way to go.

 

What was mentioned earlier is true but it's easier to just complete the NVC process, and then after your interview is scheduled contact the embassy and ask them to postpone. They'll put your interview on hold for up to a year and indefinitely after that as long as you reach out to them at least once a year and don't get divorced.