Need A Quick Lesson

[Deb_Res 0]

Can anybody give me a brief description of all these terms I am coming across? For example: "touched", NOA1, NOA2, EAD, AOS, Biometrics, and all these Packets... I have a lawyer and I'm feeling like I'm in the dark here, so I want to know as much as possible. I'd appreciate any help! Thanks! ~Deb

[Amy and Brian 1]

This page: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...page=definition should answer all of those questions. Let us know if any terms you are looking for are not there, or if you need more clarification.

[denali_1963 0]

or you can look under quides in the k-1 flowchart. I found that very helpfull

[Deb_Res 0]

This page: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...page=definition should answer all of those questions. Let us know if any terms you are looking for are not there, or if you need more clarification.

Thanks so much for your quick reply! I saw the terms, but nothing about the "Packets". Do you have any info about those?

[Amy and Brian 1]

I just tried to edit my post with this info, but it didn't like me

I just noticed some right away that are not there.

"touched" - means that the date on your case status online (through the USCIS website, you can check on your case if you have a receipt # which you get on your NOA1) has changed, but the status has not changed. Essentially it means someone has "touched" your file. This can be anything really, even as simple as someone moving your file to a different desk

Biometrics - is an appointment where you get your fingerprints taken. This will not occur until you file for Adjustment of Status (AOS) after getting married in the US.

The packets are basically information mailed to the foreign fiance(e) from their Consulate/Embassy. If I recall correctly, Packet 3 contains a checklist of all the information you need to aquire before your interview (information about the medical, police reports, affidavit of support, etc) and Packet 4 is mailed to you when you are assigned an interview date.

Also, as mentioned above.. the guides and flowcharts are extremely helpful! You'll get more information about packets specifically by searching the Embassy/Consulate forum as well as those vary from country to country.

Edited April 7, 2006 by Amy and Brian

[Deb_Res 0]

or you can look under quides in the k-1 flowchart. I found that very helpfull

Thanks! That flow chart is great! I appreciate your help!

I just tried to edit my post with this info, but it didn't like me

I just noticed some right away that are not there.

"touched" - means that the date on your case status online (through the USCIS website, you can check on your case if you have a receipt # which you get on your NOA1) has changed, but the status has not changed. Essentially it means someone has "touched" your file. This can be anything really, even as simple as someone moving your file to a different desk

Biometrics - is an appointment where you get your fingerprints taken. This will not occur until you file for Adjustment of Status (AOS) after getting married in the US.

The packets are basically information mailed to the foreign fiance(e) from their Consulate/Embassy. If I recall correctly, Packet 3 contains a checklist of all the information you need to aquire before your interview (information about the medical, police reports, affidavit of support, etc) and Packet 4 is mailed to you when you are assigned an interview date.

Also, as mentioned above.. the guides and flowcharts are extremely helpful! You'll get more information about packets specifically by searching the Embassy/Consulate forum as well as those vary from country to country.

Thanks again! You've been very helpful!

[Amy and Brian 1]

No problem! I've gotten so much information and help from reading through these forums... you'll find most here are of the helpful variety. Welcome to the journey, and good luck

Also, I see you've already got a start on your timeline. Awesome! Be sure to keep it updated as you go through the process as all of VisaJourney's stats are based off member's timelines (You'll find a lot of people pushing big time on this subject. Everyone's on a big timeline kick currently which is a good thing!)