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My visa was approved on 16 july2019. I received my passport with the visa stamp today 22july2019. My flight is on 25July2019. 

You are NOT a K-3, you are a K-1. You are correct, your status has not changed.
What you need to do is go back to the SSA and apply in your VISA name. If they give you the run around and say you are a K-3 again, then just ask them to search for your VISA name in their computer. Your name will show up as eligible to receive an SSN. If they refuse to look you up, ask for a supervisor or go to a different SSA office.

My visa was approved on 16 july2019. I received my passport with the visa stamp today 22july2019. My flight is on 25July2019. 

My visa was approved on 16 july2019. I received my passport with the visa stamp today 22july2019. My flight is on 25July2019. 

Hi, 
 
I had my interview 16 July 2019 APPROVED. Bahrain US Embassy requires 5-7 days for processing before I cal collect my passport. 

My visa was approved on 16 july2019. I received my passport with the visa stamp today 22july2019. My flight is on 25July2019. 

Hi, 
 
I had my interview 16 July 2019 APPROVED. Bahrain US Embassy requires 5-7 days for processing before I cal collect my passport. 

Hi, 
 
I had my interview 16 July 2019 APPROVED. Bahrain US Embassy requires 5-7 days for processing before I cal collect my passport. 

Hi, 
 
I had my interview 16 July 2019 APPROVED. Bahrain US Embassy requires 5-7 days for processing before I cal collect my passport. 

Update: I finally have my interview schedule and that will be on 16 July 2019. I hope I can impress the consul so they will approve my visa. 
Wish me luck! 
And good luck to everyone as well. 
Thought the process is not yet over but from the bottom of my I heart i just want to thank  everybody for helping me survive this journey and answering my questions from day 1 and up until this date.
 

Update: I finally have my interview schedule and that will be on 16 July 2019. I hope I can impress the consul so they will approve my visa. 
Wish me luck! 
And good luck to everyone as well. 
Thought the process is not yet over but from the bottom of my I heart i just want to thank  everybody for helping me survive this journey and answering my questions from day 1 and up until this date.
 

Update: I finally have my interview schedule and that will be on 16 July 2019. I hope I can impress the consul so they will approve my visa. 
Wish me luck! 
And good luck to everyone as well. 
Thought the process is not yet over but from the bottom of my I heart i just want to thank  everybody for helping me survive this journey and answering my questions from day 1 and up until this date.
 

I have received the letter from nvc that it’s on the way to Bahrain. And my case status is In transit. 
Is there another thread for the next step? 

@futurecoloradogrl stated the process well.

We called today and we got our case number 🤗😁 that's mean we gonna be 25th shipment 
Good luck everyone 

Hi All,
I just want to share the packet 3 I have received from US Embassy in Bahrain therefore if any of you will apply a Fiance/e visa, you can start gathering these documents listed below. I have received this thru e-mail.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
We would like to inform you that we have received the K-1 file from the NVC.
You will need to visit the following website for more information.
When you have all your documents please send us an e-mail and we will tell you when you can come with all your documents. You will also have to pay a visa fee of U.S. $ 265.00 at Citibank and after that we will fix a date for the interview.
You can also visit this website:
www.ustraveldocs.com/bh
Their telephone number is: 16198885
· You will need to fill out the DS-160 on the computer and submit it.
· You will have to bring 2 photos 2 inches by 2 inches.
· Original Birth Certificate from the Philippines.
· Original Single Certificate from Philippines.
· Divorce Certificate (If applicable)
· Original Police Certificate from Philippines (NBI).
· Original Police Certificate from Bahrain (Criminal Investigation Directorate) CID.
· Medicals to be done at American Mission Hospital if you plan to take your K-1 visa in Bahrain
· If you have lived in any other countries after the age of 16 years you will need to obtain police certificates from all those countries.
(Police certificates are valid only for one year).
· You will also have to submit and Affidavit of Support (Original signature). Your fiancé has to fill out the I-134 and submit supporting financial documents. He can send all the documents to you and you can bring it along with the other documents.
How to Obtain Birth Certificate/ Single Certificate/ Police Certificate from Philippines:
Birth Certificates
Applicants may obtain birth certificates at any NSO branch for a small fee. Relatives in the Philippines may obtain these documents. The NSO can also provide an index of all children born to an applicant.
Birth certificates can also be ordered on the website http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=www.ecensus.com.ph. The site accepts credit cards issued in the U.S., Japan, Europe, Australia, and Hong Kong. There is a flat fee for each document of $20. The fee includes shipping by courier to the delivery address abroad.
A certified copy of a birth registration (less preferred) may be obtained from the local civil registrar at the place of birth. Local Civil Registrar records are often incomplete and it is often necessary to augment local birth certificates with baptismal certificates. “Affidavits from two disinterested persons” are generally considered unreliable but may be useful in cases where pre-war records are not locatable.
Frequently, certificates for births occurring since 1946 may also be obtained from the National Census and Statistics Office (NCSO), at the NSO East Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines. Certificates of birth before 1946 are maintained at the National Archives Division at T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila. Issuance of a birth certificate takes approximately five working days, for which there may be a fee, plus an additional fee if issuance is to take place within 24 hours, or if the document is to be printed on special security paper.
Marriage Certificates
Available. Marriage Certificates are available at any NSO branch. Procedures are similar to those for birth certificates. CDLI endorsements (see birth certificates) apply to marriage Certificates also. These documents are available at any local NSO branch for a fee
Marriage certificates can also be ordered on the website http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=www.ecensus.com.ph. The site accepts credit cards issued in the U.S., Japan, Europe, Australia, and Hong Kong. There is a flat fee for each document of $20. The fee includes shipping by courier to the delivery address abroad.
Certified copies of originals can be obtained from the local civil registrar of the place where the marriage occurred. These are less preferred than Marriage Certificates issued by the NSO.
Marriage Index Documents
Available. The NSO issues Certificates of No Marriage (CENOMAR) certifying that an applicant was never married. Certificates of Marriage (CEMAR) provide a chronological listing of all applicant’s marriages. A CDLI endorsement should be requested.
Marriage index documents can also be ordered on the website http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=www.ecensus.com.ph. The site accepts credit cards issued in the U.S., Japan, Europe, Australia, and Hong Kong. There is a flat fee for each document of $25. The fee includes shipping by courier to the delivery address abroad.
Divorce Certificates
Available. Certified copies of the divorce certificate can be obtained from the appropriate court. Divorce was recognized in the Philippines between March 11, 1917 and August 29, 1950; since the latter date, courts have been empowered to grant legal separation (annulment) but not divorce. Even during the period of legal recognition, divorces were rare in the Philippines because of limited legal grounds for granting divorces.
Death Certificates
Available. Death certificates can be obtained on security paper (preferred method) from the NSO or at http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=www.ecensus.com.ph using the same procedures as birth certificates.
Certified copies can be obtained from local civil registrars. As in the cases of birth and marriage, certificates of deaths occurring since 1946 are obtainable from the National Census and Statistics Office. Death certificates before 1946 are maintained at the National Archives Division, National Library Building at T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila. Issuance of a death certificate takes approximately five working days for which there is a fee, for delivery, or if the document is to be printed on special security paper.
Police records
Available and reasonably reliable. Philippine-born immigrant visa applicants 16 years and over are required to furnish certificates issued by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). The green NBI certificate annotated for travel abroad is the correct certificate. Other colors are for local use only. Foreign-born applicants who have resided in the Philippines for six months or more may be issued NBI clearances upon application either in person or by mail. Applicants residing outside the Philippines should send requests for certificates together with money orders or bank drafts for the fees and postage to IRD-Mailed Clearance Section, National Bureau of Investigation, Taft Avenue, Metro Manila, Philippines. Philippine Embassies abroad can assist Filipinos in obtaining NBI police clearances. The NBI has its own fingerprint charts and personal data forms that it will send to the requesting applicant for execution. Most applicants abroad find it more expeditious to have a relative or friend in the Philippines assist them in obtaining their certificates from the NBI. In that instance, a letter of authorization is required. The applicant may also submit a copy (“personal copy”) of a prior NBI clearance to facilitate the processing of a new clearance. Posts are advised that not all arrests and convictions occurring outside of Manila are reported to the NBI. NBI’s criminal records database is not foolproof and the remarks provided on reports require explanation.*Manila and major Philippine cities have computerized records.
How To Obtain A Bahrain Good Conduct Certificate:
Police Record
Available. To obtain a Bahraini GOOD CONDUCT CERTIFICATE, write to: General Directorate of Criminal Investigation (CID), P.O. Box 26698, Manama, State of Bahrain. The letter should contain a request for an application for a "Good Conduct Certificate" (Form PS/CID/6) with a statement explaining that the certificate is needed for immigration. Applicants should complete and return it to the CID at the above address along with the following:
· Two matte (i.e., non-glossy) photographs;
· A photocopy of the first four pages of the applicant's passport;(where all the biographic data is mentioned)
· A photocopy of all previous Bahraini residence permits;
· A letter from the applicant's current employer indicating that they have no objection to the applicant's departure.
If the applicant is living in Bahrain, the CID will schedule an interview, during which the applicant will be fingerprinted. The certificate is usually issued within 3-5 days after the interview. Records are somewhat unreliable prior to 1967. There is a fee for this service of Bahrain Dinars 1.000 or U.S. $3.00 for this service. Checks and Bank Drafts are not accepted.
Applicants no longer living in Bahrain should follow the same procedure and provide the same documentation. However, they will also have to provide a set of fingerprints taken by local police in their country of residence.
If there is a Bahrain Embassy where the applicant resides, the can contact the Bahrain Embassy to complete the necessary formalities.
Note: Certificates are not issued for holders of visitor's visas. In order for CID to issue a Good Conduct
Please visit the following website for more information:
http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=https://travel.state.gov
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I just want to share to you all that I checked online website today and saw that Finally our case is approved on May 22 2019. Thanks God! OMG! My heart is going to explode.
 
I-129F Sent : 2019-02-16 I-129F NOA1 : 2019-02-22     I-129F NOA2 : 2019-05-22    
What a great birthday gift for my fiance. 
For those who are still waiting, just have faith and trust the process. 
♥

This thread was created for those who are waiting from their NOA2 K-1 to their case assignment from NVC.
 
These are items that everyone asks for, so I thought I just post a PDF of them here for you to refer to when it's necessary.
 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nfin98c33IEpB0T0FlURERriblYmlm5O/view?usp=sharing

I just want to share to you all that I checked online website today and saw that Finally our case is approved on May 22 2019. Thanks God! OMG! My heart is going to explode.
 
I-129F Sent : 2019-02-16 I-129F NOA1 : 2019-02-22     I-129F NOA2 : 2019-05-22    
What a great birthday gift for my fiance. 
For those who are still waiting, just have faith and trust the process. 
♥

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. Enter the petitioner's information as well as the beneficiary's in the "box". Full name, Date of Birth, NOA2 receipt number and WAC number. We have found in some cases that email's are never sent and in other cases this works well. So, your mileage may vary.
 
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: Philippines (Works for any country Just replace your country where the Embassy is located using the drop down box).
I hope these tips help you along your Journey. So, let’s share our experiences, our tips and ask questions.

 
10.  Track your case with USCIS:
 
Old site (also the data source for all 'USCIS case tracker' apps): https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus/landing.do
New : https://myaccount.uscis.dhs.gov/ (you have to create an account and add your case # to it)
Neither is more reliable (and it's very possible you won't see anything on either, and will have to just wait for the physical mail). For a while it looked like they were phasing out the "old" site, but that trend seems to have reversed itself and there are still lots of cases that show up on only one (or much earlier on one than the other).
 
11. How long will it take to NOA2. Once your case has been received from NVC by the U.S. Embassy or Consulate that will process it, the length of time varies from case to case according to its circumstances. Some cases are delayed because applicants do not follow instructions carefully or supply incomplete information. (It is important to give us correct postal addresses and telephone numbers.) Some visa applications require further administrative processing, which takes additional time after the visa applicant's interview by a Consular Officer.
 
12. USPS Informed Delivery Service. There is a service provided by the USPS (US Postal Service) whereby each morning USPS will scan your incoming mail (just the address side of the envelope) and email you an update. It's very convenient these days to have advance notice that an important piece of mail is being delivered.
 
The service is available to most communities but some are still being rolling out so not all areas are available. Check the website with your zip code to verify your location is available for the service. A person in the USA can sign up for this free service here: https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action
 
13. Calling USCIS - You'll need your receipt number, DOB for both of you and full names. Beneficiary or the petitioner can call.
 
1 (800) 375-5283 8:00 am
 
Option 1:
Call USCIS. Do not press anything. Do not choose a language. If someone who picked up the phone cannot answer your question, ask them to transfer you to TIER 2.
 
Option 2:
Dial 1-866-953-7684
 
Option 3:
Call 1-800-375-5283
Press 1 to continue to English
Press 2 for case status
Press 1 if you know your receipt number
Press your receipt number 922(followed by your WAC#).
They will tell you to visit the website for the answer but press 3 or wait and you will be connected to a live agent.
 
Option 4:
Dial 1-800-375-5283 then press 1,2,2,4,2,1 then enter receipt number then press 1.
 
14. Get to know your sub-forum. Each country is divided to sub-forums here on VJ. This is where you go during your wait at this stage to get familiar with those who have gone before you and those who are currently processing. There is a wealth of information there in those threads. It's a better place to ask then someone in this thread from Germany, Spain or Norway who may not know the "steps" that must be taken for approval in your Country's Embassy.
 
To get there go up to the blue ribbon at the top of the page, select "forums" and scroll down about 3/4 of the page for the link to your region/embassy.
 
GOOD LUCK!

I just want to share to you all that I checked online website today and saw that Finally our case is approved on May 22 2019. Thanks God! OMG! My heart is going to explode.
 
I-129F Sent : 2019-02-16 I-129F NOA1 : 2019-02-22     I-129F NOA2 : 2019-05-22    
What a great birthday gift for my fiance. 
For those who are still waiting, just have faith and trust the process. 
♥

Yay! Our case just got approved!
 
Approved on 04/23/19 according to the old site. Just got the notification a few minutes ago.
 
I'm thrilled and this has happened so much sooner than I expected. My latest VisaJourney estimate was 06/07/19!
 
Here's to hoping everyone else gets theirs approved soon!
 
Edit - no RFE either, which is a relief.
 
Current Milestones (on my timeline too)
I-129F Filing: 02/01/19
NOA1: 02/04/19
NOA2: 04/23/19
 

Looks like this is starting  out to be a good week for February approvals. Very good and congrats to all the approvals and the approvals to come. You are off to a good start February!!!!!!

Glad to have you. It's now running about 5-6 months for your case approval and receiving your NOA2. So don't panic, jump up and down or say that the process is unfair because 32 million in front of you have already expressed those feelings.
 
You should have your receipt referred to as the NOA1 any day now. Have you tracked your envelope for delivery, then check your bank account to see if the "check" was cashed. A sure signs of good things.

For those who have just filed the thread has been created for your needs and to be with others experiencing different aspects of this journey. This is a place to ask questions and to share experiences. All are here to learn together. Good luck because this is a long process currently running 6-8 months from filing date for your NOA2 approval.