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We also got it exactly one week!

any one knows how long it takes to get a interview at the dominican embassy after case complete at nvc can any one give me an estimated

I got our cc on march 19th and got our il on april 3rd

Shouldn't be to long for you

any one knows how long it takes to get a interview at the dominican embassy after case complete at nvc can any one give me an estimated

I got our cc on march 19th and got our il on april 3rd

Shouldn't be to long for you

Congrats! Im still waiting!! =( cc 3/5/14

Keep calling NVC. They kept telling me to wait for the email.( Pretty much telling me to stop calling) But No...Its my interest not theirs. By the way the DR Consular interview list is not updated. It has all new interview dates for April and May, but it doesn't have mines. So its not accurate. Good Luck!

Thank you all for the love and support. Now we are working on getting package 4 ready.

MY CR1 INTERVIEW EXPERIENCE

Didn’t sleep that much the night before my interview because I was nervous and excited at the same time (I kept reviewing all the documents to make sure I don’t forget anything). I think I fell asleep before 12midnight.. then woke up at 3:30AM, so you can just imagine how sleepy and unwilling I was to get out of bed. Haha. Anyways, my brother and I got ready, and we headed out to the US Embassy a lil past 5AM.

When we arrived, a lady directed me to the line for Immigrant Visa applicants. I started waiting in line at about 5:30AM; it was still pretty dark, but there were a lot of people already. Finally, at 6:20AM, they called the IV applicants scheduled for 6:30AM (myself included) and had us form into two lines. At the first check, you need to present your passport (if your passport has a cover, take it off before your turn at the line coz they’ll need to put a sticker at the back) and appointment letter. They will also put your passport inside a plastic packet (I don’t know what it’s called.. Lol). At about 6:40AM we were then directed inside and you’ll need to go through security check. NO GADGETS, FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED. Inside, the first thing you’ll see are the 3 windows where you’ll need to present your passport and appointment letter again. Each window can have a line of up to 10 people, so you can choose which line to follow. I fell in line for Window 3, and got my number: 6160. I was instructed to go to Window 39; I didn’t know where it was, so I just followed my group and realized that it was inside the actual embassy.. Haha. We went through security check again, and a lady took our appointment letters with our numbers on it. We were then asked to wait outside at the IV and K applicants area for our number to flash on screen.

It was 7AM when I sat down with the other IV and K applicants to wait for my number. At 8:10AM, my number flashed on screen for finger-scanning, and I was called to Window 42. I had to go through security check again because I had two bags with me (my shoulder bag and paper bag with all my docs in it) and went straight for my assigned window. The agent was a white guy in maybe his forties. He asked me to state my full name and birthday, then he had me put my first four fingers on my left hand on the green light scanner, then my first four fingers on my right hand, then both my thumbs at the same time. He then told me to wait for my number to be called again.

At this point I was already feeling very, very sleepy, so I opted to buy a Gatorade and some candies. There’s a small stall inside that sells those, right in the middle of the waiting area, so you can get something to eat or drink while you wait.

I got called in for my first interview at 9:30AM, and was directed to Window 52. The interviewer was a nice Filipino lady. She asked me for my passport, then asked me the following questions:

· What is your full name?

· Who is your petitioner?

· What is your petitioner’s name?

· Were you married before?

· Was he married before?

· When and how did you meet?

· Have you been to any other country other than the US? (This was asked to me coz I had an internship in the US before)

· How long were you in the US?

· What did you do there?

· Who is Paul Wilson? (My father-in-law)

· Have they sent you their 2013 taxes? (No)

· Deborah Wilson is your mother-in-law?

· When did you become a couple?

· Is he still a missionary?

· Of what religion?

· Are you a Mormon too?

· What does he do now?

· How many times did he come back here after his mission?

· When was his last visit?

· Is this mobile number still active?

· Is your email ___________@gmail.com still active?

· Is your husband’s email______________@yahoo.com still active?

· Is this your home address?

· Can I see pictures of you together?

I gave her the photo album I brought, and she looked over a few pages, then said “Okay, that’s all I need, you can sit down and wait for your number to be called again.” So I did, and luckily, I got a seat inside the embassy itself, so I don’t have to go through security check again. Haha.

After what seemed like hours and hours of waiting (it just felt longer because I was already hungry and sleepy), I finally got called for my final interview at 10:55AM. I was nervous because I couldn’t see the face of my interviewer from where I was sitting, and I was dreading getting a strict male interviewer. When I finally approached my assigned window (Window 60), I was surprised to see a SUPER GORGEOUS american woman who could very well be a dead-ringer for Daiana Menezes. Plus, she was wearing a very casual, spaghetti-strapped top (I didn’t know if it was a dress, or just a top) and some colorful accessories, so I relaxed a little. Hehe. She instructed me to raise my right hand while reading the oath that’s on the right side of the window. After that, she asked me these questions:

· Who is your petitioner?

· How did you meet? (I told her how I just came back from the US when I met my husband, who was then serving a mission here in the Philippines for our church)

· You’re a Mormon too? (Yes, since birth.)

I relaxed even more when she laughed and said our story is really unusual and cute, because I met my soon-to-be American husband here in the Philippines right after getting back from a 1-year internship in the US. She asked me more questions:

· Have you lived or worked in any other country besides the US?

· Paul Wilson is your ----?

· Deborah Wilson is your -----?

Then she asked me to place the first four fingers of my right hand on the scanner, and said “Alrighty, I think that’s all I need, you can go sit and wait for your number to be called.” I was surprised at how short our interview was, so I asked her “That’s it? Does that mean I’m approved?” She smiled and said “Yes!” I was so happy so I broke into a huge smile and thanked her. I proceeded to the Releasing Area, and after a few minutes, my number was called again. The guy behind the window was Filipino. He checked my files and wrote something on a page, then gave me back my appointment letter with my interview number on it. Since I opted for pickup at SM MOA, I didn’t have to fill out a delivery form. I exited the building and met my brother who patiently waited for almost 6 hours for me outside of the embassy.

So, there you go, my visa interview experience. The best tips I can give to those who are about to have their interview are to remain calm, confident and when you’re talking to the consul, just smile and be yourself. And of course, don’t forget to pray to Heavenly Father for guidance. Goodluck!

Congrats!!! Thanks for sharing!

This morning my husband woke me up to give me the News we have been praying for:

We got Our Interview Date May 13th DR here I come to get my husband!!

PEOPLE! I just got my interview date e-mail at 5:05 pm! I can't believe this has finally happened! It's set for May 8th.

Thanks for all the help and encouraging words, i wish you guys good luck! Let's keep in touch about medicals or anything.

CONGRATS!!!

CASE COMPLETED MARCH 19

EMAIL CONFIRMATION MARCH 23

WAITING ON I L......BUT IM CALLING EVERY WEEK AND REVIEWING INTERVIEW DATES ON EMBASSY PAGE

Thanks I've been calling since this morning and it sounds busy.. I thankfully, I called my embassy and they told me the information what I wanted to know, so I don't need to contact NVC anymore.

Just a little trick I did last week. I called during rush hour 6pm. I figure people are on their way home or cooking dinner...etc. So Instead of the regular hold time est. 25-30mins. It was 10 .

Good News for my Hubby and me!

We were approved on Dec 12,2013 and today they assigned us our NVC number and also I got Invoice Id Number.

But I couldn't give them our emails today ,because the numbers were assigned today...he did say I could call tomorrow and they would be able to do it then.

Very excited!

I'm watching it now even though I'm a K3. I did debate doing K1 so this show should be interesting to watch. I hope it isn't extreme cases.

Your case is very interesting but I think if I go through my texts you could find my PMS every month documented as well , but no yelling happens. Everyone is different and obviously long distance relationship just adds to the fuel. But I do believe that PMS can be extreme and ruin a relationship. Birth control can help with mood swings, cramps ,headaches ..etc. In case she changes her mind, if she isn't on birth control or oppose to it you should look into it .

Wish you the best!

I'm going to apologize to my husband for my PMS.

I completely agreed , this is just too much. How much longer do I need to wait to finally start my life with my husband and my kids in the same home. USCIS timeline is all messed up and back up and NVC process timeline doesn't exist , NVC operator "..8 weeks to assigned number, but you are welcome to call whenever you like..." Really??? What part of this process is working correctly? What is the goal ?5 months? What is their focus? It's called "Poor Management" This is BS.

I am so happy I got my interview date , by e-mail.

Today I e-mailed the dominican consulate in the morning and they answered me in the afternoon with my interview date for march 18.

My case is in santo domingo from nov 21.

I hope everybody that is waiting get their interview date soon.

You feel better knowing your interview date

God bless you all who are waiting.

Congrats!! Happy for you guys!!

Thank you!

I just called the DOS and they told me 3 to 4 weeks. But if you look at some of the timelines on VJ you'll see that isn't always true. Some people get case # as early as 2 weeks. I would say just call the NVC or DOS with your reciept #; they'll be able to tell when your case is assigned a #.

Good Luck

Thank you!

Good Afternoon !

How long does NVC take to assign a number?? They received my approval on 12/23/13 and no number has been assign.

Thanks!

Congrats!!

Please what does it mean.. CEAC website says issued Your visa has been printed.. Depending on the local proceures at the location where you were interviewed, your visa will be mailed or available for pick up soon..

Case Creation Date: 19-Nov-2012 Status Updated Date: 12-Dec-2013

How long do we have to wait to see the waybill? Does anyone know please? Any info would be appreciated...

I thank GOD.. This is been a extremely difficult journey.. Everything that could have happened has on my case... 2 Interviews, Joint sponsor not good enough, Household sponsor not used.. So after all the time, pain and tears we have been thru on this journey.. It's approved!!! No joint sponsor.. If you know you have to income to bring you love one over show the proof.. With a nice letter for the embassy to please consider the new finiancials...

Congrats!!!

Go to the NVC filers thread and read post #1 and #2. Much to prepare for. You can start calling NVC now to see if its arrived. Don't be discouraged when they say it takes 8 weeks. Some do some don't.

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/468369-nvc-filers-december-2013/page-1

Thank you!! This is such an emotional rollercoaster.

Please go to the NVC filers thread read post #1 and #2. NOA2 is from USCIS. They are done with you. It's an approval, they won't ask you for anything. You can start calling NVC to get case# may take awhile (I believe I posted this in your other thteads). May take up to 8 weeks for your petition to get to NVC in meantime you can be preparing by reading the link provided and getting all your documents together now.

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/468369-nvc-filers-december-2013/page-1

Can I ask what got approved ypour I-130 or your I-129F? You have K3 on your profile so wanted to make sure.

Thanks for the Link!

We filed I-130

Good Morning VJ!

Last night 12/16/13 I received the Hard Copy of NOA2 by mail I got my approval via email last Thursday 12/12/13.. The NOA2 says " NVC processes all approved immigrant visa petitions that need consular action. NVC will forward the approved petition to that consulate....NVC will contact beneficiary concerning further immigrant visa processing steps.... "

What is the next step??? I want to have everything ready to make sure that my husband gets here without any delays. Should I mail him my I 864? Do I need to go over there?

Very Anxious

really new to this but i checked my status today and i found this

post decision activity

Your Current Case Status for Form I130, IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN

On December 13, 2013, we shipped this approved or re-affirmed case to the Department of State for visa processing. For more information, please contact them directly.

does this means the same as yours? as mine dont say that they will mail me a letter of approval . what is the next steps? thanks for your answers.

I'm not sure if it means the same. I dying to get the hard copy..I don't know what happens next. I'll keep updating.

Congratulations you guys!

Hope wins all.

Thank you!!

After receiving NOA1 in April we did not receive anything until November 25. I started calling in August.

November 25 is when our File finally started moving. Here is what happened, these are the emails I received :

On November 25, 2013, we transferred this case I130 IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN to another office for processing and sent you a notice explaining this action. Please follow any instructions provided on the notice. We will notify you by mail when a decision is made. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

On November 26, 2013, we transferred your I130, IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN, to your local USCIS Office for further processing. The new office has jurisdiction over your case and will send you a decision as soon as processing is complete or you will be notified if further information or action is needed. If you move, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address.

On December 2,2013 I received this one:

The I130 IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN was transferred and is now being processed at a USCIS office. You will be notified by mail when a decision is made, or if the office needs something from you. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

10 days later! Approval!

On December 12, 2013, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I130 IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN. Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283.

I hope this helps ...BTW I was transferred to California from NBC.

Have faith , God's timing is perfect! I trusted in him ,he definitely delivered!!

Thank you!! VJ was a huge help the whole way thru. My husband very skeptical about VJ , I would read the posting and threads . No interview and we got approved!! They are finally moving on approvals! Good Luck to everyone !!

This Morning I woke up, like every morning the first I do is check for email or text and I read this...

Your Case Status: Post Decision Activity


On December 12, 2013, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I130 IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN. Please follow any instructions on the notice.

I spoke to my husband last night and I told him I would call him no matter what time it is when I received the email. Well I received it last at 11ish I didn't hear the phone, but I did wake him up this morning with the Amazing News!!!!