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29 minutes ago, Hank_ said:

 

There is no set timeline for AP, it takes as long as it takes ... just have to be patient.

 

 

oh I mean on status update as you mentioned that the status update of Immigrant to NonImmigrant and AP-Ready-AP-Issued is usually for K1.  And in case there's already a known case here where it got denied or took years just for a copy of Cenomar/MC

On 10/25/2018 at 9:37 PM, Hank_ said:

Only if they are K-1    

do you have idea on IR1? Mine's on AP but got updated to Ready last 10/25, closing to 4th week mark

20 hours ago, L_D_R said:

update:

oct 1 - interview, was given 221g

oct 9 - finally received the documents required by 221g from the US

            (was a little OC - printed a cover page with table of contents, arranged docs according to said cover page, labeled each document)

            mailed everything to embassy via 2GO

oct 11 - docs received by the embassy

oct 15 - checked CEAC - status: AP , last updated: oct 15

oct 16 - checked CEAC - status: AP , last updated: oct 16

oct 17 - checked CEAC - status: ISSUED

😲😆

now, all i have to do is wait for my passport to come in the mail 😂

 

congratsssss! did you just mail the documents or you made also an upload?

me and another vj member are still waiting for Visa Issue, we're also in AP since Oct 1 and Oct 5 where we were required to upload doc copies

We're waiting for our visa as well.  I've completed the instructions to upload copy of my latest BC, MC and Cemar but still in AP for 2 weeks

The captain of the ship theory might be true.  When I was on pre-screening, they were like touring US folks inside the embassy and I overheard "This is where we're processing IVs, there's also an update in our process (blah blah blah)".  Not sure if one of them is the captain or they're the captain's crew 😆

On my pre-screening, I found it weird that she asked me regarding my payment and asked if i have the receipt with me.  I told her that I don't have a receipt but it should already be paid during NVC phase for IR1. She also noted that we did not upload CENOMAR  of my petitioner who is also a Filipino born.  

I was one of the first 8 on the actual interview line and with those 8, 6 applicants got 221g with all passports returned and 2 upfront approval.

-  Both Parents:  They were asked of updated ITR of their daughter to show the daughter's business in US

-  Son:  He was asked to scan/upload the first 2 pages of AOS, provide 2017 ITR and I find it odd that he was also asked for CENOMAR

-  Fiancee: She was asked for 2017 ITR and CENOMAR

- Spouse: She was asked for additional sponsor for AOS, 2017 ITR and CENOMAR

- ME: I was asked to scan and upload the MC, BC, Cenomar I brought on the interview

I already completed the upload and send back my passport plus the original certs via 2go on the same day of my interview, still keeping our hopes high on this setback.

24 minutes ago, Hank_ said:

Embassy does not want the PSA or NBI documents to be older than 6 months.   If the embassy asks for new documents  then that is what you do.     (Philippines is listed as a high fraud country ... mostly because of fraudulent documents so it is common for the embassy to required documents a 2nd time)

 

Embassy has started a variety of new policies in the past couple weeks, uploading documents to CEAC is new.

 

You follow the directions exactly as noted on the 221g!  And from what I read in the copy of your 221g you posted,  you are to UPLOAD to CEAC and also delivery new PSA CENOMAR (CEMAR), Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate and passport to 2G0 along with including this 221g request.  .. being BOTH LINES were checked.   (do keep copies)

 

2-4 additional weeks for processing is very common.

 

> just a suggestion;   Get extra copies of your BC to bring to the USA.

Thanks Hank.

I have all original certificates (August 2018 copies) with me during the interview.  CO seem to be pleased with the other items and gave me pamphlet regarding Domestic Violence, but gave 221g to upload scanned copy of certificates I brought on the interview.

I also called the embassy hotline and agent confirmed that I need to send back the originals the CO gave back to me but they still need to confirm if it should be uploaded in CEAC or in another site (agent mentioned that there is still another site).  Agent advised to upload certs in CEAC and they will just contact me by Tues/Wed if I have to re-submit.

Agent also mentioned that upon receiving the docs, they will send me back my passport with visa in 2-4weeks and there's no need for another interview, really hoping that it will not exceed that timeframe.

Would you know if the sealed immigrant packet be included in passport delivery or it's usually collected from embassy for this kind of cases? Thanks.

here's the paper quality of submitted in CEAC for NVC stage, i don't have the original of this anymore 

i requested for originals in PSA again not knowing that there will be a change in their paper quality.  here's how it look like now

Seems like it was all good  during the interview, except that the consul wanted to have the latest one uploaded in CEAC

30 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Can I ask why you have to send all those documents to USEM? Did you not prepare for the interview and follow the P3 instructions to prepare those documents and that they must be originals?

I submitted the originals.  It was just all original forms newly requested to PSA are already in different paper colors.

221g copy given to me:

Got my interview today, it was smooth but I got 221g

My marriage cert and birth cert uploaded in CEAC were in bright yellow copy, this is the type of copy PSA issue before.  However, the new ones that I got were already in pale yellow print.  CO didn't release my visa yet for IR1 application and requested to upload scanned copies of my CENOMAR, Birth Cert and Marriage Cert.  My spouse and I got disappointed as we didn't experience "Visa Approved" today

Question:

1) Is it correct that I should upload in CEAC website?

2) Return the original copies of MC, BC and Cenomar when I send the passport back to the embassy via 2go?

3) Officer mentioned that it may take 2-4weeks for processing upon my submission, will there be another interview and will the 2-4weeks timeline includes passport with stamped visa delivered to me?

4) Anyone here experienced 221g and got faster turnaround time than 2- 4 weeks?

Keeping our hopes high still...

On 9/16/2018 at 3:54 AM, SB5130 said:

I had my Transcript authenticated from Philippines (red ribbon) before migrating. NEVER get to used it. 

It wasn't sought for too when I applied for a job.

 

The only time I needed my transcript was when I applied for my Masters. The red ribboned TOR was of no good. I had to have authenticated with accredited agencies as partnered by the school. For my case, i had it authenticated via FCSA. Link:http://foreigncredentials.org/

 

Graduated BS Computer Engineering, University of Cebu Philippines. Working in IT Industry as well. 

thank you, it's good to know that there's one less extra to do for me

Thank you for your responses, that is relieving to know.  I am a graduate of BS ECE but took IT as a profession.  Looks like I just need to bring all my Certificate of Employment, and have my Diploma and TOR certified if required by employer.

I am looking for jobs that I can apply for and usually find this in the requirement:

"Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application."

I am from Manila, Philippines and will migrate to Los Angeles.  Do you have recommendations on where I can certify my college degree from Philippines to that it can be accepted for US employment? Thank you.

Thanks NovaDC and Hank

9 hours ago, Hank_ said:

The embassy doesn't always verify delivery address at then end of the interview, most times they give you notice to go online within 24 hrs to update your delivery address (if needed).    

 

As long as that address is the official address for that 2GO office you should be fine.     

 

https://express.2go.com.ph/locator.asp?Region=NCR&Province=Metro Manila&TownCity=Manila

 

Is this the same one?

 

2GO Ayala

Ayala Avenue and Amorsolo Street Makati City

Not 2GO Ayala but the one in SM Makati or maybe in RCBC 

Hello! I opt to pickup my passport in nearest 2GO branch and will provide the address as below.

Will it be good enough or will there be further option to select if deliver/pick up? Will the delivery address be verified again during/after the interview? Thanks!

Anyone know the estimated time of Approved Visa Interview to Visa on Hand? Thanks!

hello! I took my Medical at SLEC just last Thursday, Aug 23.  I do not have an Interview Schedule yet so I just presented by DS-260 confirmation page, I was just asked if I am sure to take the medical with no interview sched and I said YES with conviction  (But actually, I was anticipating the time in case I have to undergo sputum test which thankfully I did not)

I arrived 10am but was registered after 1.5hours since they prioritize the senior citizens and those with kids. I completed Day 1 at 3:30pm, my patience was really tested with the waiting time and thinking that their process can still be improved 😂  I heard someone from my seat that they were there at 5am but I was completed ahead of them.  There was less people too when I arrived on Friday 1pm for my 2nd day.

There could be more people on Tuesday due to Monday holiday so if she will just stay in a hotel nearby, I suggest to take the medical in the afternoon, Thursday.  Also, always follow up with the assigned person per area if she's already in the queue if she's been waiting for 20-40min already for a particular step.

But as they say, it's really up to you guys on what time you prefer to be there 

9 hours ago, O&O said:

Same here.. upload 8/4 .. received an email that one document was rejected because it was scanned incorrectly on 8/13.. resubmitted on the same day...no update as yet . called NVC daily.. Same answer given" It could take up to 3 weeks"

I received the CC notif today.  Hope you will also have the CC by next week, hang in there 

10 hours ago, beachboy95 said:

Hello. We re-uploaded docs as well as few days ago. Still waiting for them to be reviewed.

Thanks for the info, almost 3 weeks and we got the notice today that our documents have been accepted, very good news as we celebrate our Anniversary today

Another waiting game for interview sched.

hello! anyone who resubmitted their documents as required by NVC? how long did it take for them to review again?

Our case is now pivot, we initially uploaded the documents last Aug 4, got the notice to resubmit 2 docs on Aug 12 and was able to provide them on Aug 13.  No update til now

We just replaced the document and did not upload it as anew.  We called the support as the upload date still reflects Aug 4 and not the date that it was replaced (should be Aug 13) but he also do not know why it didn't modify the date although the status was updated from "Rejected" to "Submitted".  He just said to just keep it as they can see the updated documents.  Hopefully this will not cause further delay on their review

On 8/20/2018 at 4:33 PM, Hank_ said:

St. Luke's delivers the medical file directly to the embassy.    (The way it use to be done, which is why it use to be suggested to have 5-7 business days between the medical and interview)

 

Applicant will get the DS-3025 and CD only.

Thanks Hank

1 hour ago, O&O said:

Let's keep our fingers cross..I am calling NVC tomorrow (Monday)..

Planning to do that too, let's keep each other (and others) posted

Anyone experienced or got an idea on how long they process re-submitted documents? Thanks

On 8/18/2018 at 11:00 PM, Hank_ said:

2nd morning she will check in with the guard, if all is good she goes to vaccinations ... done.    If not ...   

 

Medical envelope is sealed DO NOT OPEN.    DS-3025 and CD she keeps.

Hi Hank  What if the medical unfortunately didn't go smooth, say sputum test is needed.

Will the medical envelope be given after the 2-month culture period to the applicant or will it go directly to the embassy and we will just have the cd? Thankksss

13 hours ago, O&O said:

No.. nothing yet from NVC..

thanks! hope we get an update even by next week

On 8/14/2018 at 8:47 AM, O&O said:

@Abies all documents were submitted

Since Aug 3 n 4..received an email from nvc today to resend 1 document because it was crooked however the others were accepted..

hello! did you get an update from nvc after you resubmit your document?

I resubmit 2 docs as well via ceac upload but no response yet from them