pimpinja

just wanted to wish everyone good luck and Godspeed on their cases, I remember going through this process not too long ago, it's been quite a journey, just stay determined and try to keep yourself motivated it won't last forever

So my package is ready for pickup at the dhl, took just 2 business days

If the CAEC site is staying issued...then when you log into the DHL site there should be a tracking number of its been picked up. If it has not been, the tracking number will not show. You click the tracking number and it provides the history of the package.

Ok thanks for the response

Keep a close eye/watch your email. They usually send you a email notification when they assign u a tracking number and another email when your package is ready for pick up.

Thank you

hey guys where did you check to see if your passport was ready for pickup, on the dhl site the status is "Appointment" but on CEAC it says "Issued"

Congratulations... I hope they give you a speedy issue and not hold you up like they are doing my wife's!

Thanks man I really hope so too! He told me within ten days so I hope they stick to it!

thanks everyone! just a little bit is ok @keas, but that woman had on eye shadow, lipstick etc.

Hey guys, did my interview today. Got approved! Only thing they asked me for tho was my originals. no copies, no supporting evidence, just the originals. the questions the consular officer asked me were, how long have I known my wife, what's her job, have I ever been to the US, and what date did she enter the US. The worst part was the wait, I got there at 7:30 and left like 11. It seems the numbers they gave you make no difference, as people that came in after me were called before me. This one woman was sent from the front of the line at the entrance for having on make-up and had to rejoin way at the back, she protested and got talked down by one of the securities, more like a threat. they don't play over there, word of advice, be mannerly and humble yourself.

So...it changed from AP to Ready? A tad bit confused on that one? Thought it would go from AP to Issues. Stay on top of it. The sad part is that there is no number that one can call, well there is but they will tell you that you must submit an email inquiry. If my Monday you don't hear anything...send another email. Then if nothing, involve your senator...the research I have done indicates that they have a "person" that helps with such issues. Make sure that you have everything documented...such as the dates that you've emailed, if you've placed calls..etc trying to check to see if there is am issue or not. I don't think it will come to that but know what your next move will be just in case. For some reason, I read on here that past history with JA starting in June JA embassy tends to slow down somewhat as they begin to process student visas which may very well be the case but who knows. Wish I was there to offer some more definitive answers for you.

As far as the ticket is concerned, I've really not concerned about anymore...I only lost ALL my airline point and will have to rebuild (that might take 200 years to do so). So, even though it was about 400.00 (one way) the grand total for me at check out was 0.00 (winning). A couple of days later I upgraded him for a few bucks (not to first class...didn't want him to get use to that right off???)..but he does he free wine and spirits and checked bag fee..so all in all around 100.00 bucks...I can't be too mad about it. But I'm willing to bet $100.00 says that they go down after this week though.

Stay on top of things man...seeing this thing through til the end with you!! Let me know if there's anything I can do to assist in anyway...

Did you get an answer to your question?

no but i figured it out thanks

I see you all talking about ds260 confirmation number, is that the same as the invoice ID?

thank u and all the best to u on ur interview date coming..

thanks

next week!? already? lol So how I would almost miss it

time is flying lol

Hey everyone brina29 in the place, I've one wk and five days to go for medical...cah wait to get this over with...

I wish you all the best, did mine last week Thursday, interview is next week

and don't worry you'll be fine, to save time they may just ask you questions right there at the counter, normally they only send you to secondary if something is wrong, so try not to worry it'll all go smoothly

no problem, and congrats!

Thank you so much pimpinja.atleast i now know what to expect.what exactly do you mean by 'inspecting me' tho?that sounds a lil scary..lol

you're welcome don't worry just be cool they just wanna verify who you are, make sure the embassy didn't miss anything or make any mistakes etc.

whatever questions they ask you just give them a direct answer like at the interview

a layover of about at least 3 hrs should be safe especially if it's a big airport like Miami

Hey.Has anyone left as yet?i want to know exactly what to expect when leaving.does immigration take the sealed package from us? Whats the process?Will it take any longer than if we were just passing through immigration on regular visits?Anyone know?Cuz i want to leave this coming week.

when you reach your point of entry you must present them the package, whether it's a direct or connecting flight the poe is wherever you enter the US first. Yes it's gonna take longer than a regular visit because they're going to inspect you per say so if you have a connecting flight make sure the layover isn't too short cause since you're coming from an international flight your gonna have to collect your checked luggage and re-check through security, they're gonna take you to another room or somewhere else to just ask you a few questions etc. if all goes well they'll stamp your passport with the temporary greencard which you'll use until you get the plastic one in the mail. The inspection should take about 30-60 mins normally if everything is in order

All my friends,my wife got approved!

Congrats man, that's great!

shouldn't you have registered before the interview tho?

hey guys its been awhile but my mom got approved for her visa during the interview today . I am now preparing to register her for dhl how do i go abt that part??

the website is on the appointment letter, I already registered for it and I haven't even done my interview as yet. some kinda ais-visa.info something like that just look for it

Thank u

no problem

I think sheryl15 said something about this.cant find the thread.Please help.My hubby has his medical tomorrow.He lost his immunization card,he tracked down a replacement one..they wrote all the ones he got in the new card with no signature or the name of the nurse who administered the shots,is that ok?

i'm not sure but i think it would be a bit of a problem since a signature and names of nurses would authenticate, the worse that could happen tho is they give him all the required shots which will cost about $16000 so just go prepared

Brina29...you are filing for your spouse under a CR1/IR1 visa type or Fiancee visa? (rhetorical questions that don't require you to type a response). If it's the CR1/IR1 visa type as pimpinja stated, its the DS-260 confirmation page and if it's the other (fiancee) then it would be the DS160. Again, please just make sure you use the Embassy checklist to ensure you have all the "required" documents" on hand and then any supplemental information (proof of relationship) to accompany). If you use that as the rule of thumb, you all will come out victorious (to include how he responds to questioning).

Yes, your entire package is mailed to the Embassy but remember that "humans" are involved and things can possibly be misplaced. Which is the reason why I understood it to be that copies are only sent to the NVC (with the exception of the AOS which has to show original signature there and at the Embassy).

*FYI...I think I recalled you mentioning you were using a lawyer and I would never contradict what he or she is telling you BUT the NVC should only get "official or ceritified" copies unless they have requested them. You should be walking with originals of that and birth certificates (to include 1 photocopy) to the interview. If your lawyer has indicated that you will be okay then I would trust that this isn't his first time at the rodeo.

yeah I find it weird that they would submit originals to NVC, I mean not since things have changed, I'd never send originals, if they ask for originals I rather send a certified copy, I remember when they sent us a RFE for things that we already submitted to them

I have already my marriage paper,birth paper, pictures, hussy air line information, WhatsApp massage,phone call info,nvc letter,medical will be in place also,money gra! Info from hussy,is there anything else that I need to bring help me pls I really wanna make sure I have everything.so is anything missing?

yes what they said and you need both the confirmation from the ds-260 and the one from the site that you registered for the dhl after you get the appointment letter

Hi guys.

APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!

Waiting for the interview was the killer. We got there at 6:30 for a 7:30 interview. Wasn't allowed inside until 8:00 due to limited seating. Got out at 10:20.

Only 5 questions.

When did I migrate to the US?

Who petition for me?

Then he asked my husband:

How did you guys meet?

How long have we been married?

Have you every travelled outside the country?

Then he told my husband you are approved and he will receive his package in 1-2 weeks.

Thanks VJ for the support.

That's great congrats! idk why I'm so excited I feel like I just got approved

oh ok thanks for the info, I appreciate it