Gina&Pete14

Feel free to invest in my bank account. Just saying.

That's kind of silly.
There are a lot of people who get approved at the consulate and then don't take the flight over.
And there are lots of people who come over, don't marry, and return home.
And there are lots of people who marry and then get divorced later.
Better to just worry about your own case and leave everybody else be.

thanks for your comments, its so irrational, Pete and I worked it out, I have been on 14 flights since last February, I just think its because I know this is it..been waiting so long and its finally here....make sense?

It's nothing more than nerves. Think of all the big changes happening now in life. You've been together previously and you were happy marriage doesn't change how you feel, it's just a process depending your perception. Feet up chill it's all good

Of COURSE it's nerves! Good thing you're going to the doc tomorrow, you don't want to be a zombie but you don't want to be a mess either! I completely understand - it's a huge life change. You're going to be with the love of your life, but you're leaving behind a lot. My fiance won't be here until mid-April (he has to serve his notice at work, pack/shipping, do all that fun stuff) but I know how hard that one-way flight will be for him.
It'll all be worth it and in a few weeks, you'll be settled and have your happily ever after!

Awww, well we're all here for you! Try and enjoy this moment - it'll be something you can look back on in a few years and smile about

Take some meds and sleep it off when you arrive. You don't have to be Miss Wonderful your first day. Assure Pete it has nothing to do with how you feel about him and it's a girl thing with the emotions. Then take your time without apologizing.

That is so true. This place has been great with the help given. Even trivial things are entertained and people manage to continue on their journey. It's a warm feeling.

Interview was yesterday,,,,,visa approved

YAY!

Just to inform everyone, I paid for my K1 visa yesterday as my interview is on Thursday, its 265 USD, which works out at £180.

Just to inform everyone, I paid for my K1 visa yesterday as my interview is on Thursday, its 265 USD, which works out at £180.

Welcome!! this will be your bible for the next few months
http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1flow

Interview scheduled for Feb 12 th

Got my packet today, medical booked for Jan 7th

Got my packet today, medical booked for Jan 7th

What happens after NOA2? The Basics
Your Service center will send your file to the National Visa Center (NVC). You are done with USCIS when they hand off your file to the Department of State (DOS). DOS is over the NVC, as well all embassies.

The NVC is a short pit stop for a K1 case. They assign a new DOS case number and forward your file to London. Your new case number will begin with LND for London. The NVC will mail the petitioner a letter saying the file has been sent to London, as well as telling you the new case number. They aren’t fast about getting out the letters, so your case will likely be in London before you hear from them.
Shortcut for those who can’t wait for their letter: NVC accepts phone calls. You can call and ask if your case has arrived, if it has gone to the embassy, and if they have assigned your LND case number.
NVC: 603-334-0700 Press 1 for English
Hours: Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to midnight (EST).
Best time to call is 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM or 10:00 PM to midnight.

You can also find out your case number from DOS.
DOS: 202-485-7600 Press 1, then 0. 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EST)

Your case arrives in London. The embassy will send the beneficiary a letter of instruction. It’s not a “packet”, but just a letter that essentially says “We have your approved petition from the NVC and we're ready for you to begin submitting your forms and have your medical”. The letter has a link to the embassy website where you will find forms and instructions. The letter will have a very important date at the bottom called your priority date. The same date is found on your NOA2 showing the expiration date of the approved petition. This is your four month time limit – if you haven't had your interview by this date, London will require a notarized letter from the US petitioner stating they're still happy to get married. The letter is taken by the beneficiary to the interview.
Shortcut for those who can’t wait for their letter: If you have obtained your LND number, you can enter it in the CEAC Visa Status Check site,. Choose “immigrant” in the drop down. Include the letters LND with your number. The important thing here is to forget the text at the bottom about scheduling interviews or anything like that – the Embassy does that for you once you've sent everything in. There are two main statuses at this point:
In Transit – This one means your case is on its way from the NVC to London.
Ready – This one means London has your casefile and is waiting to receive something needed to progress your case. You may begin submitting forms and booking the medical.

You now attend the medical and complete your forms (separate topics) before London will assign an interview date. London will not notify you each step of the way. The beneficiary will receive an interview letter from London. The interview will likely be 2-4 weeks from when they send the letter.
Shortcut for those who can’t wait for their letter: DOS will know your interview date once it has been assigned. You may call them and ask the date. It is a good idea to check with them because London has sent out late letters or no letters in the past.

Once you know your interview date, you pay the visa fee online. (Details in a separate post)

Congrats!! What a Christmas present xx