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I scheduled the interview, and now I'm wondering - if everything goes well and my parent's visa is approved during the interview, (and assuming no delays due to AP or what not), how long does it usually take to actually get the visa in hand?
I'd love to be able to fly back together to the US, but I can't stay too long waiting for the visa issuance, due to work commitments.
Is it possible to get a visa in hand by Friday, after a Monday interview?
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Send the proof for the wife and son, and also send another request (with proof included) for the daughter's expedite.
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UPDATE: Thursday - CEAC shows case "IN TRANSIT" (i.e., NVC sent it to the embassy).
UPDATE: Friday - CEAC shows case "READY" (i.e., case complete and at the embassy).
So for anyone wondering how long does it take: it took exactly one week from the submission of the expedite request to NVC, to case being completed and ready at the embassy.
Very good job by NVC!
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UPDATE: our case was ACCEPTED for expedited processing! Whoo-hoo! Super fast turnaround from NVC, great job!
Timeline:
Friday - Request sent to NVC
Monday - Receipt from NVC
Tuesday - Approved
UPDATE: Thursday - CEAC shows case "IN TRANSIT" (i.e., NVC sent it to the embassy).
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Hi guys !!
I called the US embassy this morning in France, but the visa service doesn't take phone calls....
So I send a mail and they respond to me in 1 hour! I guess we have a case complete !!! We have to send back a letter after collecting some documents (already done !) and then they schedule an appointment !
So, I GUESS CC FOR US !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOUHOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
Congratulations! What does your CEAC status now say?
Our request to expedite was also approved and I contacted the embassy, but they haven't heard about us yet. Our CEAC status still shows "at NVC". I wonder how long it will take to transfer the file to the embassy?
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I thought about moving to Russia and marrying him there...but how do we get back here? What do I do next?
Marrying him in Russia won't help, because he'll still have to go through the same AP.
It's a security check. Everyone goes through one, even those applying for a tourist or a spouse visa.
Just be patient, and hope it won't take too long.
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UPDATE: our case was ACCEPTED for expedited processing! Whoo-hoo! Super fast turnaround from NVC, great job!
Timeline:
Friday - Request sent to NVC
Monday - Receipt from NVC
Tuesday - Approved
Now what? What are my next steps?
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Thank you, guys!
I got the acknowledgement receipt today, saying it's under review. Now waiting, fingers crossed... :-)
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usually 3-4 days
Thank you! So for a request sent last Friday, I should expect a response some time this week. That's reassuring.
Do they usually first acknowledge the receipt of the request, or not?
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For those familiar with expedite requests, how long does it take to get a response from NVC?
Thank you.
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Question about expedite request - how long does it take to get a "yay or nay" response from NVC? If "yay", what's the usual timeline afterwards till interview?
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Our reason of the expedite was based on the effects that we faced in Fiji after the cyclone (Winston - Category 5.) I believe you can go ahead and try requesting for an expedite now - the quicker the better!
I listened to your advice and asked for an expedite.
How soon did you hear back from NVC with the expedite decision?
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NVC because it was just after they assigned us our interview date and our petitions weren't shipped out yet.
Thanks! I'll try that, too. Maybe I'll get lucky. :-))) What arguments did you use to ask NVC for an earlier interview date?
I was in your batch of late May-June approvals, and I hoped for an April interview. But we got delayed because we had to get a police certificate from a third country, and now my plans for a spring interview are in jeopardy...
It looks like with the scan date of March 28, we're looking at a June interview - just as the cost of plane tickets will skyrocket. If I could push the interview to May, that would be awesome.
Oh, well. First we have to get a Case Complete from NVC... It says on CEAC website they should review in 14-30 days. I'm hoping for 14! (even though I know that 30 days is the average, LOL).
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I have checked my status on CEAC several times and it still says administrative processing but the status updated date has changed several times. It has not changed since they received the documents though. Do you think the overstay will affect anything?
The overstay of 5 weeks will not affect anything, if you were straight forward about it.
AP is usually caused either by a higher risk native country of birth, or by a high risk occupation (e.g., computer security).
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On Feb 24 our interview date was assigned for April 26th, we then requested for an expedite on our cases. Now we are waiting on the Embassy to assign us our new interview date...
Whom did you ask to expedite your interview date, NVC or embassy?
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What was the shortest wait from the scan date to CC? I know the average is 30-45 days, but did anybody report 2 weeks or less?
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How does one find out a "scan date"? After the AOS/IV package gets physically delivered to NVC (by FedEx), how soon should I expect to get confirmation from NVC that they've received it?
FedEx delivered our package to NVC last week, but the AOS and IV docs still say "N/A" on the CEAC site.
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If a beneficiary of I-130 petition is widowed, what documents does NVC need for prior spouses?
Only a copy of the Death Certificate, or also a copy of the Marriage Certificate?
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And from attorneys: http://mgap.ru/assets/uploads/2015/0...%A0%D0%A4_.pdf
Oops, some links were broken. This should work:
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I am having a hard time finding the bank transaction requirements that you referenced, could you, please, share a link where you've read about them?
The gist of it is that as long as Russian citizens spend at least one day per year visiting Russia, they are considered "residents" for the purpose of currency control laws, and have to follow very strict currency transactions and reporting requirements.
Take a look at this article that discusses the ramifications of these new regulations: http://www.vedomosti.ru/opinion/articles/2015/04/07/valyutnii-risk-sootechestvennika, especially the last part titled "Налогов нет, а штрафы есть".
Also,
Explanation of the latest reporting requirements from the tax service: https://www.nalog.ru/rn77/taxation/reference_work/exchange_controls/ ("Необходимость ежеквартально сообщать о движении средств на иностранных счетах")
And from attorneys: http://mgap.ru/assets/uploads/2015/0...%A0%D0%A4_.pdf
And in the news: http://www.rbc.ru/opinions/finances/27/01/2015/54c799499a7947bc1443a3dd
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I am thinking about filing for our son Alexander's dual citizenship and was wondering if you all think it is worth it? I am particularly concerned about military service. Corey and I are both employed in oil and gas industry and have a potential (and a lot of desire) of going back to Russia to work on Sakhalin or Kara Sea (when sanctions are finally lifted) projects.
One more question: do I need to register Alex at the consulate office? And does he need dual citizenship / visa for travelling to Russia next year?
It's possible that your child will not be able to travel to Russia without first obtaining a Russian passport, or without first proving to the consulate that he did not automatically acquire Russian citizenship by birth.
However, it's not so easy to get rid of Russian citizenship once you have it. I strongly recommend educating yourself before you decide to saddle your son with something that might create problems for him in the future.
I suggest you read a bit about the current situation in Russia, paying particular attention to the latest legislation concerning Russian citizens who permanently live abroad. E.g., read up on the requirements (and harsh penalties for non-compliance) to "register" dual citizenship, to report the details of all "foreign" (i.e. US) bank accounts, the mandatory use of Russian instead of "foreign" banks for many transactions, etc.
Finally, neither Russia nor the US recognize "dual citizenship". Instead, they only acknowledge the fact that someone can have two citizenships, but each country only recognizes its own citizenship. In practice, this means that when travelling to Russia on his Russian passport, your child will no longer have any protection of the US embassy. If something happens, (if he gets arrested, or drafted to the army, or stopped at the border from leaving the country, or whatever), Russia will treat him as their citizen and consider it their internal affair. American embassy will not be able to intervene on his behalf.
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Call the NVC and have them review the DS261 with you over the phone.... The IV fee doesn't unlock until the DS261 has been reviewed.
Thank you. Do they ever review DS261 by themselves (and what's the timeframe?), or is it really better to call?
Why can't NVC do their jobs without constant prodding? I'm fighting a very nasty flu and lost my voice, and the thought of having to call (AGAIN!) sounds exhausting at the moment...
Oh, well. I better gather energy and start calling. I guess it will take them forever to review the stupid form otherwise. Grumble-grumble.
How to report marriage fraud
in Effects of Major Family Changes on Immigration Benefits
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If you're trying to deport him, your best bet is to annul the marriage (on the basis that it was entered into under fraudulent pretenses and not a real marriage). You should also immediately report his physical abuse to the police, if he ever tries to hurt you.
However, the charges and proof will have to be serious and bona fide. Talk to a lawyer and tell them the facts, and the lawyer will advise you whether you have a case for annulment, or not.
However, even if it's only emotional abuse you're dealing with, it's enough for you to walk away. If not annulment, then divorce. Do it fast, and move on. He'll be able to stay, but he won't get a chance to torture you again.