YozhikandBulochka

I should note that we had a lot of pre-natal care documentation, including ultrasound pics. Plus, we had copies of her medical records during her pregnancy.

Cool, I'll keep that in mind. Btw everybody I just wanted to let all of you know that K-1 Interview and CRBA Interview has been set. Check timeline for detail.

Amy didn't mention them asking for one. The only thing they are asking for is my passport, which was sent on Friday. She'll have that Tuesday afternoon and show them Wednesday morning.

Okay I'll cross my fingers and hope for some good news about the DNA Testing that they will say NO need for it =)

My fiance got an email last night from USCIS... I guess it's a standard form receipt? What does it mean that our case is "under review"? I really hope our approval won't take another 60 days...he is still going to call 15 days after he submitted the service request, as suggested by the USCIS customer service representative.

Crossing my hands and Praying for 1 week or less on this decision for your NOA2....Come on God MAKE IT HAPPEN!!!!!!!

Yozhik

CRBA went well. However, USEM wouldn't accept my notarized copy of my passport. Since I won't be needing it for a while, I'll be sending it via DHL to Amy. She should have it by the end of the week. Due to finances, I may have to wait until New Year's Eve for Amy and Serena to get here. Also, we may have to push the wedding back a month or two.

You didnt need to do DNA testing?

WE JUST GOT AN INTERVIEW DATE, HE'LL BE HERE BEFORE CHRISTMAS!!! YAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!

Congrats, That was my plan but looks like we were are gonna have to push it back till mid end of january because of financial savings and preparation.

unfortunately we decided to renew her russian passport for 5 years before I left Russia so that she doesnt have to worry about come back in case it expires....so we have to wait for that to arrive before we can pay for the visa fee because the passport number will change. T_T She should receive it on the 20th so Monday or tuesday we should know about interview.

Thank you so much guys =) I really Appreciate it. This information is very useful and helpful. ()b

Thank you so much guys =) I really Appreciate it. This information is very useful and helpful. ()b

Ive got a question. So the NVC has sent and received the approved application in Moscow. What is the next step? I gave them a call yesterday and they said we have to pay for the Visa upfront using an MRV receipt before we can schedule an interview. Also they said they would send her some information but most of it can already be found online as to what to bring for the interview. I was expecting them to first send packet 3 then set up interview then pay for Visa, then possible approval. Im a bit confused by this very strange order of things. anybody filing in Moscow had the same process or can someone give insight as to whether this is ok? Thanks

Yozhik

Ive got a question. So the NVC has sent and received the approved application in Moscow. What is the next step? I gave them a call yesterday and they said we have to pay for the Visa upfront using an MRV receipt before we can schedule an interview. Also they said they would send her some information but most of it can already be found online as to what to bring for the interview. I was expecting them to first send packet 3 then set up interview then pay for Visa, then possible approval. Im a bit confused by this very strange order of things. anybody filing in Moscow had the same process or can someone give insight as to whether this is ok? Thanks

Yozhik

I know how you feel. Ive been away from my Tanya for only a month and I miss her and Sasha too much already. Just stay focused and keep thinking of your love one. You will be together soon and you will have your entire life to be together.

Yozhik

just called NVC they said they have sent the case to Moscow embassy as of october 27th so we are chugging along i guess =). Katman, we are all crossing fingers for you, just hang on. Once you get your notice i know there will be a big celebration on your behalf. =)

dont be such in a hurry...get the visa, buy the ticket...you dont want to be that person that says to themselves I wish i had just waited to save a couple hundred dollars. once you get your visa you will be secured to come here. Take the time to say "see you later" to family, friends and what not. You will need this time as you wont be able to see them for a while. I already told the misses that she will have to wait even if she gets her visa for a little bit before she has to come here and she agrees with me. So do the same with your love one. you have a lifetime to spend together. remember that

I think i just received the NOA2 hard copy....it says something about approve petition received by the NVC etc etc letting you know etc etc ....yada yada. Im a bit confused about it. Anybody know what this is thanks.

Yozhik

So my fiance called USCIS again, this time to see if our case had been assigned to a supervisor yet. He said the CSR guy he spoke with was really nice but he wouldn't put my fiance through to a Tier 2 Immigration officer. At first the CSR guy said that we should have received our approval by now, and he would go ahead and put in a service request. (Yippee!!) Then he did his bit on the computer at his end, and finally said, "Oh, looks like you are still in the normal processing time, I can't put in a service request..." blah blah blah. He said the immigration officer wouldn't be able to tell him if our case has been assigned to a case officer yet because cases are only adjudicated when they are approved or need additional information. Our case hasn't been approved yet because it hasn't been adjudicated yet. *sigh*

I kind of don't feel anything anymore, just numb about this whole sucky process. My fiance is going to call again on our 6-month mark, Nov 18... see if they say anything different.

if it makes you feel any better we havent even received the hard copy notice yet. T_T Im agreeing with you with the whole numbness to the process....it really sucks...im slowly beginning to lose hope T_T

So after 171 days and NO RFE (Thank you Jesus!) ....our petition has been APPROVED!!! I saw the text message pop up on my phone while I was working and I couldn't breath until I logged into the website. There it was. APPROVED!!!! YAY!!! ....happy tears!

Super congrats to you guys. Yeah feels great to be approved with no RFE =)

The good news is that I asked the Embassy about the possibility of a DNA test being required. They said they don't require them but only recommend.

That is great news. I cant wait for both Sasha (my son) and Tatiana's Interview. Then they can finally join me. I think that day I will cry...only because it will be tears of joy.

Yozhik

So I have a question. Approximately how long does NOA2 Hard copy take to reach the petitioner's mail box after receiving email. Also what is NVC sent and receive on the timeline notes? and Approximately how long does it take for the consulate to receive the petition after approved NOA2? Thanks

Yozhik

yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee finally approveeeeeeeeeeeeeeee welcome noa2

yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee finally approveeeeeeeeeeeeeeee welcome noa2

Congrats =)

Ray J are you and your family coming back together? Through Chicago? Thats awesome if so. I would love to accompany my girlfriend and son from Russia but I guess I will be waiting for them in JFK =)

I've researched what labs the DOS uses and their fees and turn-around times. I have the money saved just in case they require it, but will not order it unless they consulate requires it. As with visa petitions, every case is different. In our case, Amy hasn't been with anyone else but me and this is her first child.

Yeah I was thinking the same thing....only to order it if they request it. Thanks

updated next day =)

You know whats odd...I made the same call and they said they are currently working on petitions from May 1st and that mine would be coming soon. the next day I get the email. so please dont get upset, you never know. Stay strong Katman. Yours is coming very soon =)

Thanks, Tom. By the way, where have you been all this time anyway? Serena's CRBA is pretty much a more straightforward process then what we've had to go through with USCIS/NVC/USEM. Although, you do need to make an appointment online by clicking here. As you might expect, there are a lot of documents that you have to gather. The burden is on the USC to prove paternity if the child is born out of wedlock. I have to prove the existence of a relationship prior to conception, physical presence at time of conception, provide medical records of Amy's pregnancy, a birth certificate on NSO paper, and... a signed affidavit of parentage and support. I've heard horror stories of some cases requiring a DNA test, but there's no doubt Serena is my daughter. They say it can take 2 weeks to get the paperwork, since it comes from Phoenix. I'm also applying for her first passport to make POE easier.

I have to do CRBA as well, Are you planning on getting a DNA test prior to the CRBA interview just in case the consulate decides DNA is the only way to prove if your daughter is yours? Just curious.

Congratulations!!!!

Did you call them when you hit the 5 month mark or did you just patiently wait?

Called them on the 17th and on the 18th I was approved =)