WayneAdoresWendy

11 minutes ago, goldenboi said:

A quick question to those who got their NOA2 this past week. Did you get an approval notif from the USCIS App as well?

We received no notification of any kind. The app and the USCIS still shows received.

1 minute ago, TriloByte said:

Sends me into a rage just thinking about it. Stupid people really piss me off. 😁

You were pissed off. We couldn't tell. Keep up the fight. The whole process will try your last nerve and then some.

     Suggestion! For those who have received their NOA2. It takes about 3 weeks for NVC to receive your Petition. Then 5-7 days to process.

     If you haven't already done so, visit your Embassy website and look for your country's Packet 3 or4 information. Will give you step by step instructions on what you need to do to prepare for the interview.

Example: Here is the Packet 3/4 for Columbia!

https://co.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/103/2017/03/IVPkt3-4InstforinterviewmedicalexamMarch2017.pdf?_ga=2.184166817.680756369.1496604908-1902116086.1493176851

1 minute ago, Estibaliz said:

My fiance's divorce decree is only 3-4 pages long. Makes me wonder if we have the right document 

Don't worry. Your divorce depends on the complexity. We had a no contest divorce. I gave her everything and went my way. We never even went to court. So no long decree was needed.

3 minutes ago, WayneAdoresWendy said:

Many people on this forum are WAY more knowledgeable about K1 than I. 

Have you read on VJ the information submitted by a former K1 Visa agent? One thing he says is that the neater and more concise the information the more likely he was to process first. He stated that there were very specific things he as looking for. The easier he could find what he needed the more likely he was to process the case first. I would strongly recommend reading for those who have not read before.

http://www.visajourney.com/content/adjudicator-q-and-a

Just now, TriloByte said:

Congrats!!! 

 

Yes, it was mentioned, but I never really though that mattered. I think it's either random chance that people wait longer, or maybe it's the fact that my divorce decree is like 60 pages long and my lawyer had us send like 30 photos and 60 pages of e-mails and chat logs, etc. The stack looks like a dictionary. They might be scared to look at it.

Many people on this forum are WAY more knowledgeable about K1 than I. 

Have you read on VJ the information submitted by a former K1 Visa agent? One thing he says is that the neater and more concise the information the more likely he was to process first. He stated that there were very specific things he as looking for. The easier he could find what he needed the more likely he was to process the case first. I would strongly recommend reading for those who have not read before.

1 hour ago, camiej said:

So two things:

 

1. Are we the only ones who didn't submit proof of financial status/support with our petition? It wasn't included in the list of requirements, yet I see people talking about that on here. I do, however, see that requirement for when we apply for the visa itself. Im just a little confused, and worried, that we missed that requirement with the petition and will end up with an RFE.

 

2. I just checked the Case Status Checker on the USCIS website and it's currently down, apparently they're doing maintenance and HOPEFULLY they're finally going to fix it, or at least update the damn thing at the least. 

 

 

 

Don't worry about the financial support. We did not file any information either. Not required at this stage!

4 minutes ago, JayCee17 said:

HI everyone, I have posted a few times on this forum and have read everyone's comments. I am so thankful for everyone and the advice I have read. I have received my NOA2 and my case now has a case number...but it's still at the NVC. I was so happy to receive the NOA2 and thought that we are on the right track and everything will go smoothly. Unfortunately, it didn't work out that way for me. I'm not giving much detail, but I am currently in Ecuador visiting my fiance. Everything was fine, but Tuesday he told me he didn't want to continue with the visa because his friend told him it was virtually impossible for it to be approved. Just to let you all know...please tell your fiance/es not to listen to discouraging remarks from others. I am devastated. I've known him since 2004 and we have been in a relationship for over three years. He has helped me through a lot especially through the death of my daughter back in August. His son has decided to live with his mom and didn't want to come to the US, so I do know my fiance didn't want to leave his son. I understand this, but It is still difficult to deal with. I have changed my flight and will return to the states on Monday (this was going to be a month long visit). I'll be ok. My faith in God is strong and I know He has me in His hands. I wish you all the best of luck in your visa process. God bless you all. 

I am very sorry, I have considered you a friend for awhile!

😔 Very Sorry 

7 hours ago, Maikol said:

My case was received by the USCIS on February 17, 2017

Notice date on NoA2 May 17, 2017. Sent to NVC

Hard copy of NoA2 received on May 22. 2017

 

 

After reading some of the replies in this topic and how much evidence some people sent, I'm now a little bit nervous. Can the NVC reject your application? Some are saying they sent 40+ pictures and didn't get approved yet or received an RFE,  I feel bad for you. My fiance and I have been together for a year and a half now, but we're friends for about half a year before that. She's from Mexico and I've been to visit her 5 times since late June of 2016. The last visit was after I filed the k1.

All I sent for evidence of our relationship was 4(four)pictures of us together,(1 with the engagement ring) but none of the pictures prove we took them in Mexico and evidence of visits was plane tickets and boarding passes. It shocks me that mine was approved and some of the people who sent way more evidence then me hasn't been approved yet. To top it off, she's from Mexico so I was wondering if it would be harder now with the current...administration.  I'm really hoping it works out for you guys, and you receive your approval soon

 

Can the NVC reject your application? Or ask for more evidence?

 

 

For us, I could not have imagined doing this process on my own. If I made a mistake and received a RFE or been denied, I would have really hated myself. We paid Rapid Visa to do our Application.

They only allowed 10 photos. We copied the photos onto a Word document with an explanation of date, location, names of those in the photos. They also suggested we send no proof of ongoing relationship. No texts, emails, additional photos, call logs nothing. They recommended we save this for the interview!

I know VJ Members say otherwise, but worked for us!

1 hour ago, Passikintalba Nak said:

I would recommend that you call USCIS and ask to talk to an officer if possible. If you are lucky enough to get an officer ask him what exactly they need and explained your concern. Hope this helps.

Try very hard to reach Tier 2. I think is always your best aid!

2 minutes ago, Kamikazi718 said:

Does anyone know how to do the scans? 

If you simply look in the App Store, USCIS Tracker, there are several apps. My NOA2 is not showing in the Scan or USCIS website! 

I do not know if true, but I read that if you can reach Tier 2, your approval comes ins week. I know only circumstantial evidence, but worked for us. 

I detailed my experience with Tier 2 on this discussion group. I really hope this helps. I am a timid person. Hopefully my detailed story helps.

I did a Google search on USCIS random processing. Evidently this is no new phenomenon. Was a subject of many discussions on VJ for several years. Is this the level of professionalism we can expect from now to Citizenship? I am a United States citizen trying to represent my country to my Fiancé. Trying to give her hope in our future together. I am embarrassed this is the level of Professionalism we can expect. 

Someone from March 6 received NOA2 today! They forget February 2?

I have a favor to ask. Is there a woman or women on this forum that is the Fiancé of a United States Citizen? I am not sure how to word that question any better. 

My Fiancé is really struggling sitting at home starring at the walls. Here county has an employment contract for basically every job, so she can not find work. Because of the problems with USCIS, she is losing faith in our way of governing. The distance and time is growing daily. I imagine once NOA2 is complete, it will be easier. 

Here is my favor. What advice would you give to the other women that are in this position with you? 

1 hour ago, cocobean said:

I say 6 months from now we host a Visa Journey Couples Retreat (in the U.S.) since our soon to be spouses can't travel internationally for a while! 😂 This process seriously prompts for a vacation! Hang in there friends, time is of the essence! Once the NOA2 is received, the ball really starts rolling. 

I Love the idea! 

Post Visa Recovery! 

😎

5 hours ago, TriloByte said:

I have considered that maybe there's something unusual about my case, however there really isn't anything I can think of other than a background check that's taking too long. I've had criminal background checks before and that's never been an issue. When I was working with the State of Florida a few years ago they even did a deep criminal background check because I had access to and would be analyzing Government data. It came back fine. The divorce should be fine as I scanned in the full decree that's signed by the judge and stamped as filed by the county clerk. Everything else about the case is vanilla. We have plenty of supporting evidence, etc.

 

I think they really do work out of order and it boils down to boxes and stacks on desks. I think I just ended up being the case in THAT box.

😫😫😫 Don't worry! You have company in THAT BOX!

USCIS Tier 2 Update!

I was not sure they would call back. They did! I forgot and missed their call.  11 minutes later they called again. I missed the phone call again.  11 minutes later they called again. Caller ID is (800) 000-0000. I answered the call and heard a recorded message saying this was my third and final call. I waited 3 minutes and then the Agent answered the call. 

Very nice Agent. He asked for the reason I had called. I explained that I know that there are many applications after ours that have been approved but not appearing in the tracking. After he had my information, he put me on hold. **All I could do is CRY and PRAY while I waited.** He came back and said they were still processing December Petitions. I said but there are February Petitions being approved. He told me he could not confirm when ours would be processed. But while I was on hold, he had looked into the system and saw no pending issues with our Petition. He said, "Mr. Hornsby, I know this is a stressful time in your life. Please try and be patient and we will get to your application. "

Unlike the first phone call, I knew there was no were else to go from here. Even though he did not give me the answer I wanted, still gave me a little peace of mine. I called my Fiance. She is not happy with the length of time, but to hear him say everything looks fine will give her peace at least for awhile. 

I hope this bring a little hope to someone. 

Success 😂😂 Well success on reaching Tier 2! I am writing this for those who have not called before! 

Called and spoke with Michelle. She gave me all the information expected. They are working on December cases. I need wait another 2 months. 

I said "Michelle, I know USCIS had averaged 100 approvals a day. Current USCIS Tracking is showing less than 10 a day." She questioned my sources. I told her there are many online trackers. She said she was not aware of them. 

"Michelle, I know for fact there are 100's of approved cases in February that were received 2 weeks after mine. People are receiving approvals in the mail and to date, the tracking information is incorrect! Can I please talk to a Tier 2 and express my concerns and see if indeed I am one of those affected cases?"

Michelle said, you know is a long wait and they will only tell you what I have stated! I said "Michelle, I realize you can only tell me what you see on your computer, but I fact many people I have been in contact with who talked to Tier 2 were actually approved. I understand is a long wait. But my Fiancé is worth my waiting!

She transferred me! 😳 The wait is approximately 285 minutes. They have an automatic call back when your turn.

Here is my advice!

1 Never critize or demean Your Michelle. 

2 Sympathize with her position and the tools at her disposal.

3 Don't argue. She keep pushing back my comments. 

4 Hold your ground. She relented!

😘 Thanks Michelle

Now I am waiting my call back!  

I will be calling USCIS in the morning. Have my appeal to them in my head. Imagine to hear, sorry not yet, will make the weight of waiting worse. 

Once we receive NOA2, is there an easier process to track our Petition through NVC?

19 hours ago, TriloByte said:

 

I need some advice. My Fiancé is about to lose her mind. She understands absolutely nothing about the K1 Process. Long Story!

She wants me to call USCIS Tuesday. Sounds like the only way to get a decent answer is Tier 2. Do I speak with the Customer Service first? And then ask for Tier 2? Or do I just ask for Tier 2 straight out of the gate? 

49 minutes ago, TriloByte said:

On a more positive note. When I was still scanning the data, I noticed that those who submit the proper forms/fees correctly don't seem to get denied at the USCIS stage. In fact, the data shows that only about 2% of all who have petitioned recently get denied. An RFE is not ideal, but at least your case is touched and on the way to approval. The wait, the lackadaisical/rude attitude from USCIS and lack of transparency are definitely discouraging, but hang in there, our time will likely be soon. We can help each other over the finish line.

Thanks for staying positive. I find everyday getting harder. I imagine it is like a woman in pregnancy. Once the baby is born, the remberance of the Journey fades quickly. I imagine, once the Interviewer says congratulations, the pain of the journey will no longer be in our thoughts. 

But it until then. 😫😩😤😫😩😤😫😩😤

Have a Great Memorial Day everyone!

2 minutes ago, Laprincia said:

I got an alert on my phone showing a march 14th application was approved I dont understand how they process these applications 😔

I heard the military petitions get advanced. Not sure if this applies!