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Finally have interview scheduled, August 16, 2021. Been a long wait!
 

Finally have interview scheduled, August 16, 2021. Been a long wait!
 

September 2019 biometrics here too. I think the Californians here have the longest waits.
 
Glad to know the EAD renewal came quickly though, I didn't send in the renewal as early as I could have so we were sweating it (needed to get the receipt in hand for the automatic 180-day extension and that took a few weeks). Hopefully a new combo card will arrive soon.
 
The waiting is definitely stressful!

Moe428 it's like you're our lucky charm - or "reverse jinx" - just checked and saw "New Card Is Being Produced"  - this is for the receipt # related to our EAD. No update to status for AP, but of course we have our fingers crossed that it's actually a combo card that's coming.

I just had mine scheduled today.  Quite surprised, as I was expecting it no earlier than April - May.  Would've been nice if it was April - May as well, since my marriage would've been 2 years old by then.

Just checked the site today and saw that our "Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An Interview" ... so, still in the waiting game but at least we're on to the next phase of the waiting game! Our field office will be Sacramento which I think has long processing times.

Just checked the site today and saw that our "Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An Interview" ... so, still in the waiting game but at least we're on to the next phase of the waiting game! Our field office will be Sacramento which I think has long processing times.

Update for unfortunate ones near SF Office: I filed on July 31, had my biometrics on September 6. Status changed to "Fingerprint Review Was Completed" the day after, and... that's it. No other updates  If there's anyone else in SF or Bay Area who filed around the same time, ping me when you get your next update. I know it might take a while though  

Our case is in transit to Frankfurt.  
NOA2 Dec 4 
NVC received Dec 17 
Case # Dec 26 
Transit Jan 8 
 
Also, the message that says the nvc has notified us of an interview date is solely on the fact that it’s considerd an immigration visa correct? 

Just checked https://ceac.state.gov/ceac/ and as of today our case is "In Transit" ❤️

While you wait work on or review this information. The PSA in the Philippines is notorious for misspellings and missing information on birth certificates. You should look over your BC to make sure everything is correct as well as your passport. Now is the time to get that corrected. You might want to get a copy of your NBI to see if there are any problems with it. Again, now is a better time to get it corrected if you find something wrong. Be sure to use all your AKA's when they do the search. Make sure your passport doesn't expire any time before a year from now as this is a long process and you could be running around getting a new one at the last minute. So get it renewed if it is expiring in 2019.
 
Also, there is a sub-forum for the Philippines here on VJ that you should be a part of. It's a good place to read what others are experiencing which will only prepare you for your interview.
 
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/129-philippines/

Next shipment should go out on 1/9/2019
Yes, I got my case number Friday but it didn't go out in today's shipment so hopefully it will go out on Jan 9th. 

NVC finally received our case today 🙂
Now to wait for our case number... would be great if our case gets sent to the embassy in the next batch in two weeks 🤞🤞
 
NOA2: Nov 30th
NVC Received : Dec 26

Check this thread (highly recommend following it) which user Greenbaum has set up ... many many questions answered there. (But to cut to the chase, "It's been taking about 2-3 weeks for NVC to assign the case number" - quoted from #3 in the first post of the thread I linked).

Just a small addendum - didn't check my mailbox til after my initial posting, and sure enough my letter was there. Good luck to everybody, and be patient those who are awaiting word!

Just a small addendum - didn't check my mailbox til after my initial posting, and sure enough my letter was there. Good luck to everybody, and be patient those who are awaiting word!

This thread was created for those who are waiting from their NOA2 K-1 to the case assignment from NVC.
 
These are items that everyone asks for, so I thought I just post them here for you to refer to when it's necessary.
 
1. How do I update my email address with NVC Once you receive your NOA2 approval then contact NVC via https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html
to update your email address as well as your beneficiary's email address. This will give you an email alert when your file arrives at NVC, your case is assigned and when the file leaves for your Embassy.
 
2. Checking on your embassy case number from NVC:
It will take 7 - 10 business days for NVC to receive your file from USCIS after you receive the NOA2, then another 2 - 5 business days for NVC to get your file in their system and produce your case number. Call 7:00 am eastern time for shorter wait times.
1-603-334-0700 or 603-334-0888. Operator assistance is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Eastern Time)
1 for English, then 7 (or 5, but I would go 7 as they would tell you if you should call 5 instead after they receive your case.)
 
Best time to call:
Right after they open which is around 7:00am US Eastern Time, Mon-Fri. Most have had luck getting the phone answered after the first ring if they called right at 7am.
 
3. How long to assign a Case # from NOA2
It's been taking about 2-3 weeks for NVC to assign the case number. Then it's taking another 2-4 weeks depending on the Embassy to receive your case. Your mileage may vary!
 
4. Follow Similar VJ members timelines. Use the tools here in VJ to answer "when I am going to get etc. etc." question. Near your picture there is a link for your timeline. Select it and once you're on the next page near your picture you will see "follow similar timelines" and it will populate 12 other couples who are near your dates. Scroll down and you will see a "spreadsheet" style page showing all the variables for measurement for when others from your Embassy are getting the same notice of approval or action. Try it. It really works!
 
5. Follow similar VJ members timelines from other countries. And if you want to follow those from other countries that have similar timelines as yours there are several tools available to you. Go up to Immigration Timelines on the blue ribbon above and select it. Once you are on the next page looked to your left and you will see a box that states, "find similar timelines" and select it. A list will populate with those who are processing close to your timeline. When they start to change you will soon be behind them.
I followed those that were in my group to give me an idea where they were in processing, so I could judge if I was ahead or behind. It's accurate, maybe within a day or so.
If you choose to follow those twelve members then you will get an email every time their status updates.
 
6. Be sure your profile is complete so that we can determine your Embassy. Many of our answers are predicated on the information you supply in your profile. When we look at the left column and can't determine your timeline or your Embassy it's hard for us to give you a factual answer. If you look at the profile of others here, they have a flag for their country, so it makes it easy for us to reply as we can quickly determine your Embassy. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile.
So, if you could help yourself out and complete your profile that sure would help us out when we want to reply to your question with factual information.
Go to the top right of this page select your name (it's on the upper right-hand corner)>my profile>[below your picture on the right column] edit my profile. Scroll to the bottom and fill in "Immigration Info". There now we can better serve you.
Thanks
 
7. Timelines. Complete your timeline. In your profile to the left of the page you will see the word "timeline" toward the bottom. Select it and it will take you to the page that has the link for you to complete your timeline. This to can help us to answer some of your questions.
 
8. Tracking your case. As a K1, when checking your case online at CEAC.state.gov you have to select　"immigrant visa" as it is treated as such even though it is a　"non-immigrant visa".
Technically the K-1 is a non-immigrant visa with intent to immigrate, but it is treated like an immigrant visa because of the　AOS. It is kind of a ba$tard. Non-immigrant case treated like an immigrant case. The K-1 on its own is a single entry, with a short time limited visa that expires within 90 days after POE. That is why it is a non-immigrant visa treated like an immigrant visa.　
USICS states If you have a pending I-129f, I-90, I-485, I-751 or N-400, we’ve recently changed the way we’re displaying processing times online to give you a more realistic date range. To check these times, visit　https://t.co/ho3dfC5KCA
 
9. Tracking your case file that's in transit to your Embassy. Go to www.dhl.com click Express then Tracking, then Track by Shipper's Reference, and on this page you add your search information. You change the day and month to what you think your package might have left NVC or call NVC to get the date your package had left NVC in route to your Embassy then go to the DHL website and enter the following information:
 
EXAMPLE:
* Shipper´s Reference : EXP 24 MAR 2011A　 (This is the date you think it left NVC, just substitute the date and　leave everything else as is)
* Date range for shipment - From: 23 - 03 - 2011
* Date range for shipment - To: 26 - 03 - 2011
Account Number - Leave this blank
Shipment Destination: Manila (Works for any Country Just replace the city where the Embassy is located)
　
I hope these tips help you along your Journey. So, let’s share our experiences, our tips and ask questions.

@CAH2018 @luisrosario18
 
Many of our answers are predicated on the information you supply in your profile. When we look at the left column and can't determine your timeline or your Embassy it's hard for us to give you a factual answer. If you look at the profile of others here, they have a flag for their country, so it makes it easy for us to reply as we can quickly determine your Embassy. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile.
 
So, if you could help yourself out and complete your profile that sure would help us out when we want to reply to your question with factual information.
 
Go to the top right of this page select your name (it's on the upper right-hand corner)>my profile>[below your picture on the right column] edit my profile. Scroll to the bottom and fill in "Immigration Info". There now we can better serve you.
 
Thanks

Guys the best news of my life. We have been approved.. NOA1 JUNE 15th 😍😍😍😍😍..I was obsessed reading and updating the app, new and old site and nope my fiance knew before me he got the letter!!!!!!! He told me and I cried for at least half an hour... I'm the happiest girl I'm the world right now. I'm super in love with my fiance and I'm still shaking .. our approved date? November 30th hahaha I was freaking angry and stressed for nothing. So so so so so happy. Good luck to all of you. Thank you for every message of support from the bottoms of my heart. 

Congratulations !!!!

Check this thread (highly recommend following it) which user Greenbaum has set up ... many many questions answered there. (But to cut to the chase, "It's been taking about 2-3 weeks for NVC to assign the case number" - quoted from #3 in the first post of the thread I linked).

Check this thread (highly recommend following it) which user Greenbaum has set up ... many many questions answered there. (But to cut to the chase, "It's been taking about 2-3 weeks for NVC to assign the case number" - quoted from #3 in the first post of the thread I linked).

Just checked new site and found our case was approved! Didn't get any notification or emails, though the app had "case result changed" alerts on Nov 17 and Nov 26. Haven't received the letter yet.
 
NOA1- June 29, 2018 (old site); July 5, 2018 (new site)
NOA2- December 3, 2018 (via new site)

Just checked new site and found our case was approved! Didn't get any notification or emails, though the app had "case result changed" alerts on Nov 17 and Nov 26. Haven't received the letter yet.
 
NOA1- June 29, 2018 (old site); July 5, 2018 (new site)
NOA2- December 3, 2018 (via new site)

Just checked new site and found our case was approved! Didn't get any notification or emails, though the app had "case result changed" alerts on Nov 17 and Nov 26. Haven't received the letter yet.
 
NOA1- June 29, 2018 (old site); July 5, 2018 (new site)
NOA2- December 3, 2018 (via new site)