Empressdivine

Got something coming in the mail today from USCIS will update once I get it. Not sure if it's just NOA

Hi we are back again

Filed July 5th UPS 2 day

Received July 7th

Text message saying received July 11th 

Overnight noted check was cashed

I just put a rubber band over the papers

Paper clip to attach check to papers

Trying the minimal route only had 50 pages or so

Let the journey continue 😄

Green card approved and card is being produced. Interview was straight forward verifying some info we placed on the application, how we met and the proposal story. Officer only asked for wedding photos and none of the many documents I brought. No tax forms paystubs etc. It's more of a conversation vibe than an interview. Best of wishes to everyone!! Didn't get the EAD so I'm glad hubbie will be able to start working soon.

Same thing with us. We have an upcoming Interview. 

Biometrics done 7/22. Update: Interview was scheduled for September. No word on EAD or AP

27 minutes ago, Gatekeeper said:

Lucky you! I see on your timeline that your PD is Feb 9th. I’m Feb 3rd and still haven’t received my bio appointment letter😞

Is there anyone on this thread with a PD first week of Feb and « allocated » to the National Benefit Center who already received his/her bio appointment letter?...

Hopefully soon! It's coming!! Its almost like they do the dates at random. Just messaged USCIS using Emma couple days ago not sure if it triggered something. They told me no appointment was scheduled

Biometrics appointment letter received today for 7/22

1 hour ago, miserygame said:

I'll keep my hopes in check to be honest you never know with those awful USCIS people, especially cause I talked to a live agent today and they told me that I don't have any FP appointment anytime soon, it's just a widespread platform glitch. 

Hahah yeah never know with USCIS we are in it for the long haul when it comes to immigration. Hopes are always high tho just gotta make sure we are not easily disappointed because after all it's immigration.

Just now, miserygame said:

I'm having the same issue, i think it's just a widespread platform glitch 

 

 

Same thing happen for me too but I'm hoping the biometrics can come through too lol

Received 2/10

Check cashed today 3/11

Awaiting the texts 

And the waiting continues

Spoke with USCIS and they stated that NOAs are taking up to 60 days. Without the receipt what is our proof of pending AOS? I am trying to rent an apartment with my husband. 

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10 minutes ago, arae said:

Checking in here since not much is happening in 1/2021 thread. 

 

Sent packet 1/29. Received at lockbox 1/31.

 

Yesterday they FINALLY cashed the check. Still no NOA1 but I assume it's coming soon.

Movement!! Great news thanks for updating us 😊

Hi @Sarge2155 thanks for info. My AOS was rejected missed two check boxes and sent back to me stapled. Do I have to redo all paperwork or just correct my mistake on a new paper and resend?

7 hours ago, Stacey Ann said:

@Empressdivine good day. How long after receiving the 221g did it take for the visa to be issued? We are still waiting since turning in the missing doc to the courier on Dec 2nd.

Yes it took a while. I feel as though they pick up back the case what seems as randomly to us.  I see that u read the timeline but to note incase someone else reads this. Total time from 221g to issued was 1 month but because I couldn't get a medical appointment. Once the medical was redone 2 1/2 weeks.

Not sure if the holidays is slowing them down now. Hope you get through soon!!

@Timoy keep reaching out to them in the message subject put 2nd inquiry: then your case number. Hopefully the embassy gives you some answers. You can also call Andrews to make sure your medical was sent off without issues

2 hours ago, Timoy said:

Yes a 221g because because my medical was expired 

You already returned your passport to the courier? I agree that's a long time after my New medical was done visa was issued in 2 1/2 weeks. Did your ceac change from refused?

On 12/13/2020 at 11:26 PM, Timoy said:

Have anyone received there k1 visa ? Or know if it’s issuing? I did my interview and medical in October? 

Yes Jamaica is issuing visas what's your status on CEAC? Did you get a 221g (temporary refusal) at your interview or an approval form? 

This is the letter: Packet 3

Dear Sir/Madam:

We have received a visa petition on your behalf from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) according you status as a fiancé(e). To continue the processing of your case, please read and follow the instructions below:

Step 1—Complete the DS-160.

The DS-160 Form is available online at https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/. The system will automatically generate a confirmation number after you submit the form.

Step 2—Register online, pay the fee, and schedule your interview.

Please go to http://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-jm/iv, click “Register,” and follow the on-screen instructions. After you pay the USD $265 fee online, you will be able to schedule your interview.

If you need help registering, please call (876) 632-7400 from Jamaica, or (703) 439-2360 from the U.S.

Step 3—Schedule your medical exam.

Consult the medical exam information included in this packet to schedule your exam at least ten (10) days before your interview date.

Step 4—Gather the required documents before your interview.

In addition to the DS-160 confirmation page, you must present the items listed below. Any missing information will result in a delay in processing your case.

_____Passport: Passports are required for each applicant, and must have at least six months validity beyond the visa issuance date.

_____Photographs: Each applicant needs six (6) color, passport-sized photographs (four (4) for the medical exam and two (2) for the visa interview).

­­­_____Birth Certificate*: Birth certificates are required for each applicant. If born in Jamaica, please obtain certificates issued by the Registrar General’s Department (RGD) on security paper.

­­­_____Marriage Certificate*: Certified copies of all prior marriage certificates are required for you and/or your fiancé(e), along with  the accompanying divorce or death certificates to prove dissolution. Jamaican documents must be issued by the RGD security paper.

_____Police Certificate*: You (and any accompanying children over the age of 16) must obtain a police certificate from the police authorities of any country (including Jamaica) where you have resided for more than one year since your 16^th birthday.

_____Court Records*: If you have been charged with a crime or other offence, obtain a certified court record covering each offence.

_____Military Records: If you have served in the military, you must submit a military record for your complete years of service.  This record must also show any convictions of crimes before any military tribunals.

_____Certificate of No-Impediment: Jamaican residents must obtain a Certificate of No-Impediment on RGD security paper. This requirement also applies to any accompanying Jamaican-resident children age 18 or older.

_____Evidence of Support: Your petitioner must submit evidence that you will receive adequate financial support in the U.S. They should complete Form I-134 “Affidavit of Support” and submit recent tax returns, proof of employment, or other supporting documentation.

_____Medical Examination: Schedule your exam at least ten (10) days prior to your interview.

*non-English documents must be accompanied by certified and notarized English translations.

We hope the above information addresses any questions you may have regarding your fiancé(e) visa application. If you have any other questions, please feel free to send an email to kingstoniv@state.gov or visit us online at http://kingston.usembassy.gov.  

We look forward to seeing you on your interview date.

Sincerely,

Immigrant Visa Unit

8 hours ago, Summer99 said:

Good night people. I have a few questions pertaining to the k1 visa.

 

 

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Hello Jamaica took a long time to message me the information needed for the interview. I got packet 3 from @Greenbaum. I will send packet 3 to you. I then began to gather the documents (police record, non impediment completed my ds160, requested an appointment for the medical, etc,).

2.) So yes you can proceed without hearing from Ja embassy. K1s schedule their own interviews as well.

3.) All documents can be done.

4.) You are not required to go to the interview with your fiance. The interview is easy and straight forward per my fiance. As long as the relationship is legit and it shows there are usually no issues.

Jamaica has started processing almost two months now but we (K1s) book our own appointments. I saw appointments two weeks or so before the embassy made an official announcement. Click on the approval profiles and u can see the countries that have started. Jamaica stated that they will try and process visas now throughout Covid as it's not going away anytime soon. They only release a few appointments a week to allow social distance. Not sure why so many countries have not restarted

Not sure how your consulate is but I don't think you should worry about that. Your w2 and tax documents should show adequate income. Our paystubs were not even collected. If your consulate asks just be honest. Your situation is not uncommon during this time 

You will receive a 221g temporary refusal until the medical is received.

All other documents are good for a year. Send two new intent to marry letters along with old ones. You can sign your copy and email to your fiance. I sent new paystubs but none were collected.

Yup unfortunately medical appointments are so few now due to social distance

You will just get a 221g at the interview temporary refusal until the medical results are received