NVC case number

[RoHus 8]

Hi everyone! We have our case number from calling the NVC. However when we use it in the CEAC for nonimmigrant visa, it says that the number is invalid. Then we tried it on the Immigrant Visa, and it says that our case is at NVC as seen in the picture. We are confused. Any idea or experience with this?

[powerpuff 5,869]

You have to use immigrant visa category. K1s are always processed by the immigrant unit at the consulate.

[RoHus 8]

Just now, powerpuff said:

You have to use immigrant visa category. K1s are always processed by the immigrant unit at the consulate.

Is it a normal display from them to just say 'AT NVC', but nothing else?

[SteveInBostonI130 3,319]

1 minute ago, RoHus said:

Is it a normal display from them to just say 'AT NVC', but nothing else?

Yes

[powerpuff 5,869]

Just now, RoHus said:

Is it a normal display from them to just say 'AT NVC', but nothing else?

Yes. When consulate requests your case it’ll change to “in transit” and then “ready”.

[RoHus 8]

4 minutes ago, powerpuff said:

Yes. When consulate requests your case it’ll change to “in transit” and then “ready”.

Thanks! Could you advice what we need to do after we get this NVC case number? Do I need to just fill out the DS160 first and pay the fee? 

[powerpuff 5,869]

2 minutes ago, RoHus said:

Thanks! Could you advice what we need to do after we get this NVC case number? Do I need to just fill out the DS160 first and pay the fee? 

You wait until it shows “ready”. No point of filling those out if the consulate doesn’t request your case. Once it’s ready, either the consulate will contact you or you will need to make an appointment, it depends on the consulate - each one has different procedures. 

[JeanneAdil 6,169]

the USC should get IRS transcripts for the interview as u will need them 

sometimes these take time to get so its best to ask now

2020 are needed if interview before April 15th 2022

2021 are needed if interview after that date

[RoHus 8]

38 minutes ago, powerpuff said:

You wait until it shows “ready”. No point of filling those out if the consulate doesn’t request your case. Once it’s ready, either the consulate will contact you or you will need to make an appointment, it depends on the consulate - each one has different procedures. 

Thank you! Maybe I can fill it out now just in case. Since we are planning to expedite our case.

[RoHus 8]

17 minutes ago, JeanneAdil said:

the USC should get IRS transcripts for the interview as u will need them 

sometimes these take time to get so its best to ask now

2020 are needed if interview before April 15th 2022

2021 are needed if interview after that date

Thank you! That really helps. You know how long it would be to get the transcript? We requested it 2 days ago.

[Letspaintcookies 2,197]

40 minutes ago, RoHus said:

Thank you! Maybe I can fill it out now just in case. Since we are planning to expedite our case.

No problem in filling the DS-160 but I wouldn't pay the fee until you have the go from the embassy. 

[mitzab 285]

3 hours ago, JeanneAdil said:

the USC should get IRS transcripts for the interview as u will need them 

sometimes these take time to get so its best to ask now

2020 are needed if interview before April 15th 2022

2021 are needed if interview after that date

You can download these from IRS website. If you make an account it takes 5 mins to get them

[stag 50]

3 hours ago, JeanneAdil said:

the USC should get IRS transcripts for the interview as u will need them 

sometimes these take time to get so its best to ask now

2020 are needed if interview before April 15th 2022

2021 are needed if interview after that date

Can you just use the saved Tax Return (1040) document or you need to specifically request something from IRS?

[JeanneAdil 6,169]

12 minutes ago, stag said:

Can you just use the saved Tax Return (1040) document or you need to specifically request something from IRS?

some is embassy related 

that is some embassies require only IRS transcripts (originals) and some accept copies

most accept 1040 and W2's ,  1099's and a letter from employer with start dated 

but still check what the embassy requires and/or what is listed under needed documents in your appointment letter

[stag 50]

16 minutes ago, JeanneAdil said:

some is embassy related 

that is some embassies require only IRS transcripts (originals) and some accept copies

most accept 1040 and W2's ,  1099's and a letter from employer with start dated 

but still check what the embassy requires and/or what is listed under needed documents in your appointment letter

I see, yeah I was curious if I can send the embassy all the documents and signed form electronically rather than international shipping of the papers.