Mootak

I also look significantly younger than I am.
 
Just in case anybody was wondering.

THIS IS NOT A DRILL!
 
NOA 2 letter arrived in the mail!!!
 
 

Okay guys, update!!
I have now received Packet 3!! Woohoo! I have updated dates in my signature so that you know when and approximate time-frames etc. I still need to update my timeline but hopefully when you're reading this I already have The purpose for this update, is so that you Aussie's know what to expect, I hate being uninformed so I hope this helps
So, I'm assuming because my fiance registered for "updates" on the USCIS website, or it could be because we always put email addresses on forms, but rather than wait for mail, we got our P3 via email yesterday to my fiance's email addy, and he forwarded it to me. I note though that nothing actually changed on the USCIS website. Must be an external thing. Anyway...
The email went to my fiance which simply said "K1 - Packet 3" in the subject line. It was a very short, maybe 5 sentence email that had my Sydney reference number (neither Melbourne, Canberra or Perth embassy's process fiance Visa's. They go through Sydney) and my name for me to confirm was correct, and a document.
The document was only 2 pages and included websites for more information, and a "do you want us to send you forms and updates via email" which I sign and mail back if I want, which I definitely do and will be mailing off tomorrow. I was thinking I would register/express everything I send, even a seemingly little form like this. I was told it's good practice.
The most impt part to me, was finding out that I needed to fill in "Form DS-230 Part I" and send it back ASAP. Just basically almost a duplicate of the G325 form (the biographic data form) so if you still have that, piece of cake! I don't send it with any documents, like police check or anything, just the form so they can "process my case". I will probably include the email form, they didn't say NOT to.
Once I have my medical results, my police check, my birth certificate etc, I mail them another form, DSL-1076 (the one with all the tick boxes) saying that I have all the information for my interview. I also need to include all the documents. The worst part of THIS is that I need my medical results to do this. Hopefully I can book that test ASAP (I'll tell you all once I've "made the calls" tomorrow roughly how long I need to wait). Turns out that I don't to be mailed medical forms, that they will have them at the doctors. I just need to remember my US passport size pics and my immunisation history.
After I mail that off, I assume that I will be mailed my interview date. This is why I want the appointment ASAP... because I know that the medical appointment can take a while to book, and then the results take about another week to be returned. I've also been told that booking an appointment in Sydney can take a while, and, silly me, I already have a booked a flight (because of my wedding and all ) so at least when the interview is booked I'll know for sure how long to change my flight to.
Websites: (links updated 11 March 2010)

Info for P3 - http://canberra.usembassy.gov/fiance_niv_appl.html Medical examination info: http://canberra.usembassy.gov/med_exam_instructions.html List of the Panel Physicians: http://photos.state.gov/libraries/australi...stofdoctors.pdf or medical info here: http://canberra.usembassy.gov/medical-info.html Medical forms are only obtained from the Panel Physician. Police certificate: http://canberra.usembassy.gov/obtain_police_cert.html Forms required: (links updated 11 March 2010)
Form DS-156 — Nonimmigrant Visa Application (2 copies) Form DS-156K — Nonimmigrant Fiancé(e) Visa Application (1 copy) Form DS-230 Part I— Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Form DSL-1076 — Applicant’s Statement of Readiness to be Interviewed Form I-134 — Affidavit of Support Note: Remember to PHOTOCOPY everything you send. I was warned that I might be asked at some stage to show them some of the information again. Plus, like the G325 and the DS-230, because they're pretty similar it makes life lots easier
Hope this helps and good luck!
**Edit -- This website changed so I edited to fix these links - 11 March 2010

Fully agree. Especially with the promises of 'extreme vetting' from the government these days! It's not worth the risk. 

Hey everybody, I was surfing through the VJ site trying to pick up some tips and I came across this: http://www.visajourney.com/content/adjudicator-q-and-a
 
Seems old but it gives some great insight into how the whole adjudication of petitions process works behind the scenes.  Whether it's still that way, who knows, but it's a great read for curious people like me. lol

Hi All, Joining the group late with the March filers.
 
I'm travelling all the way from NZ to visit fiance at Easter, because I'm travelling with a large crowd, I want to take advantage of the 'two bags per passenger' allowance and bring as much stuff as possible. Saves me on freight bring my stuff, when we finally get approved! I am worried customs will think I'm planning on staying with the amount of luggage we're bring for a short stay  should I be? 
 
Oh and to all those selling your belongings.... I read somewhere, one good way to help homesickness is to make sure you have some familiar things. Could be worth bearing in mind, that'll you want some of your own things in the new foreign country. Or unless, your thinking you'll breeze through the homesickness stage like a charm. I'd love to hear other peoples thoughts on how they're preparing to manage that. Because I know I'm going to miss NZ but want to make the best of new life with hubby! 

Hi All, Joining the group late with the March filers.
 
I'm travelling all the way from NZ to visit fiance at Easter, because I'm travelling with a large crowd, I want to take advantage of the 'two bags per passenger' allowance and bring as much stuff as possible. Saves me on freight bring my stuff, when we finally get approved! I am worried customs will think I'm planning on staying with the amount of luggage we're bring for a short stay  should I be? 
 
Oh and to all those selling your belongings.... I read somewhere, one good way to help homesickness is to make sure you have some familiar things. Could be worth bearing in mind, that'll you want some of your own things in the new foreign country. Or unless, your thinking you'll breeze through the homesickness stage like a charm. I'd love to hear other peoples thoughts on how they're preparing to manage that. Because I know I'm going to miss NZ but want to make the best of new life with hubby! 

Hi All, Joining the group late with the March filers.
 
I'm travelling all the way from NZ to visit fiance at Easter, because I'm travelling with a large crowd, I want to take advantage of the 'two bags per passenger' allowance and bring as much stuff as possible. Saves me on freight bring my stuff, when we finally get approved! I am worried customs will think I'm planning on staying with the amount of luggage we're bring for a short stay  should I be? 
 
Oh and to all those selling your belongings.... I read somewhere, one good way to help homesickness is to make sure you have some familiar things. Could be worth bearing in mind, that'll you want some of your own things in the new foreign country. Or unless, your thinking you'll breeze through the homesickness stage like a charm. I'd love to hear other peoples thoughts on how they're preparing to manage that. Because I know I'm going to miss NZ but want to make the best of new life with hubby!