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52 minutes ago, GinaCarterWebster said:

I'm SO excited to share that we had our interview yesterday and we have been approved!!!  

 

We do have one thing to complete - the police record wasn't ready yesterday, so we will collect that and send it by courier today and then we should get our travel packet next week!  

 

It was a LONG journey to get here, and the last week has been crazy since they just opened up a few available appointment dates.  We had to do the Police check, the No-impediment certificate, found out we also needed his previous marriage certificate and to do his medical appointment - all usually take 10 days to 3 weeks to accomplish and we had less than 7 days - not just business days - to accomplish it!  We have experienced a waterfall of miracles to get everything done, so the fact that we couldn't get the Police certificate the day of the interview was very minor.  

 

Since I just arrived in Kingston on Wednesday and our interview was Thursday, I am in quarantine, but I have still been able to run around on our errands and accompany him to his appointments - I just stayed in the car to remain in compliance with the quarantine rules.  I was assured that was fine by the nurse at the Kingston airport who checked me in.  Once we send the Police record off we will head home to Anchovy for the remainder of my quarantine and wait for the packet to arrive.

 

The BEST part of this process?  As he was leaving the Embassy, his interviewer asked him to sanitize his hands so she could shake his hand and told him "Congratulations and enjoy America!!" 

Congrats!!!! So excited all went well for you two. Enjoy the rest of your vacation and best wishes on a blessed marriage. 

4 hours ago, Chrissyb455 said:

My fiancé and I got lucky last week and was able to book 1 of the very few open available dates for k1 visa interviews in Jamaica. We emailed the embassy to make sure it was real and they said they opened a few dates and to book one expeditiously and so we did! September 28,2020.

visa status on temporary refusal as they are awaiting 1 missing document from us! 

So don’t give up guys, your time is coming too ❤️

Congrats!! Thanks for this post as I too book an appointment on line for this week and wasn't sure if it was indeed real. This has calmed my nerves/ fears of a possible cancellation. 

59 minutes ago, GinaCarterWebster said:

Ugh....  So I've booked the "available date" - you'd think I'd be happier??

 

The first available date was November 9, 2021???  

This is insane.  I have spent all weekend checking, rechecking, at least 10+ times a day and always get the same message "There are no available appointments at the selected location. Please try again later."

 

You would think a week past the date they said they were ready to schedule K1s they would have more than ONE appointment more than a year out??  

Has anyone else been able to schedule a Jamaican K1 interview since the weekend??

That has to be an error!! I believe other dates will become available sooner and you can reschedule so keep checking the site. 

6 hours ago, GinaCarterWebster said:

Well sheesh!

 

I've been checking ALL DAY and finally saw an available appointment date so I started the payment process - Success!!  I paid, got confirmation, then went to schedule the ONE date that was available and - POOF - no available date anymore.....  Dammit Dammit Dammit!

That sucks but at least there putting available dates out. Just keep checking since now you don't have to process the fee again you can just grab an appointment. 

4 minutes ago, GinaCarterWebster said:

Where were you able to book an appointment?  Can you please post a link?

https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-jm/iv

Yes I booked and received confirmation

55 minutes ago, Empressdivine said:

Hey I just booked an appointment for October 2nd online. I don't know if they will cancell it but  Did you see the Facebook live today. They want to start back k1 in October

I listen to live this morning and yes they stated October. I however after viewing your message went on and found a September 30th appointment which o booked. I pray they don't cancel as I been checking that site for a couple of weeks and there were no appointments.. 

Thanks

My fiance has a child however he will not be accompanying him on a K2. I understand the advice and weddings plans are with out deposits or those that can transferred with dates availability. 

Thanks

3 minutes ago, GinaCarterWebster said:

Attached is my 3rd "Ready" date so far from the CEAC Visa Status Check website.  As a K1, it should come up as NIV(non-immigrant visa), but it consistently comes up as IV (immigrant visa) 

The first was in April, the 2nd was Aug 25, and now this - Sept 18 was recorded yesterday. 

Today I can no longer get a response to come up  when checking the CEAC Visa Status Check for either NIV/IV status.  

 

I anticipate the first date was when it arrived from the NVC to the Embassy.  The 2nd seems to correspond with the preparation for reopening the Embassy for K1 (Aug 28th) announcement. and earlier this month I contacted my Senator who promised to make contact and request movement, so it makes sense that the file is being updated again.  

 

I am HOPING that there will be some movement soon for all of us!

 

 

Thanks so much as this is what my cases appears as on website with 2nd Ready as of 9/2/2020. I pray some movement starts soon as I'm trying to plan wedding. 

Regards

Erica

9 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Canada can be a strange duck! Send a copy of your P3 when your file goes to the second ready. Let's see what response you will get. Pre pandemic they would send P4 and you were on your way to scheduling and interview. But if you wait for the embassy then it could be 2-3 weeks wait. It's your call.

If you can explain 2nd Ready as my case says ready. I do show 2 different ready results at bottom of message like a case 01 and case 02 both ready..

Thanks

16 hours ago, Pacia said:

I called NVC last night and again as expected said my papers are still  with them and are waiting for reopening of Philippine Embassy before they can send them. I assume that is why i am getting this message Requiring Ds 160. I already paid my visa fee and did this DS 160 A week after receiving my NOA 2. i am pretty confident most embassies will reopen very soon. Fingers crossed.

May i know how "In Transit " looks like? I just want to imagine things and one day see my status will change, too.

I have attached a screenshot of what " In Transit " looks like from NVC. Hopefully things will change soon. 

1 hour ago, Empressdivine said:

For all the Jamaican filers Jamaica's us embassy has again cancelled interviews due to Covid numbers increasing. I got this message today

 

Due to the significant changes in the COVID-19 caseloads in Jamaica, the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston will reduce consular services effective September 8.  Emergency American Citizen Services and limited visa services will continue.  The Consular Section will not be closed, although services will be significantly reduced.  For applicants who had appointments scheduled from September 8 onward, those appointments will be cancelled, and we will be in contact with you once we are able to reschedule your interview. 

 

  

The Embassy will continue to assess the situation in the days ahead and will work on plans to resume a broader range of consular services in a manner that is safe for staff and the public, when circumstances warrant. 

  

We regret any inconvenience that this change in our operational posture may cause.  For specific questions concerning consular services at this time, please direct your inquiries as follows: 

Thanks for the update. It definitely sucks to be on hold yet again. I pray this turns around soon for everyone. 

5 hours ago, Empressdivine said:

On nationwide news today Jamaica said they would resume K1 visas in the coming weeks. I emailed them again to ask how soon since my fiance's medical will expire October and they said 

 

Thank you for your email.  The Consular Section is reviewing how and when we will process K-1 visas.  We will announce any future plans on our our website.  We are unable to determine at this time when that may be or how quickly we will be able to address cases. Please continue to monitor our website, and we look forward to handling your case when we are able.

I listen too this morning and honestly I believe it will resume before the end of this month. I think their trying to get total of backlog and reschedule options for those cancelled March &April interviews first before releasing resume dates. 

10 hours ago, JonSeattle said:

My fiance had her interview in March 2020, but she got a 221g that dragged out for months because of the quarantine in the Philippines. But she is on the plane coming here now!

Congrats! Thats awesome wish you guys the best.

22 hours ago, GinaCarterWebster said:

Have you all seen this today???  I'm SO EXCITED!!!  FINALLY!!!

 

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/important-notice-for-k-visa-applicants-affected-by-covid-19.html?fbclid=IwAR1pAibqzHe2zPj0CgkxSbr0Uqog-Qfcyfei5STueVj-07gyW1nCRl5_qs4

 

I read this and it gave ne hope then today i finally got notice from NVC their transferring our file to Kingston. So happy there is movement and I'm sure you'll have an interview soon. Please keep us posted and best wishes!! 

4 hours ago, Sassou75 said:

There is always a light at the end stay strong and don’t loose hope everyone 🙂

This is just the kinda good news we need to hear to stay encouraged.. Thanks😊

42 minutes ago, Britney868 said:

Hey everyone! Congratulations to all the recent approvals! This visa process has been one of the most trying and frustrating journeys of my life. Delays after delays. Trying to get answers on K1 resumption’s but getting no information from embassies. Contacting congressman and representative everyday and still nothing. So much uncertainty!! I mean when will this nightmare end?!?!? I’ve had it with all things visa at this point, and I’m praying to see the light at the end of the tunnel shining through very soon. I needed to vent, sorry about that. I pray everyone is well and sane😊

I feel your pain as this visa process is definitely no walk in the park. I agree the delays and now no specific dates for resuming visa process is annoying. Thank goodness for my fiance because he's been amazing. All we can do is wait for the Embassy to resume K1 Visa processing as that state it's a phased approach. Best Wishes and praying we all get good news very soon. 🙏

7 hours ago, Chrissyb455 said:

Hey guys. I know that all of the K1 family has been stressed beyond a doubt during this difficult time with covid and the presidential proclamation now extended. So good news for k1 visas is we are NOT apart of the ban/suspension and our interviews will be resume once the Embassy reopens. My wonderful wife to be emailed them and got this response (other persons got a similar response too so it’s not just us 😁😁😁). This should bring much needed relief to everyone.

 

You beat me as I got the same email today and I believe they will eventually resume K1 Visa processing... I'm thinking positive. 

36 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ERecgo5v-dxtBw0bhvjHbq6u64IW0-5w/view?usp=sharing
http://www.visajourney.com/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=22474 157.88 kB · 598 downloads

Financial

For JA they accept as proof of income only the following items: 
  
Tax transcript for the past three years 
Copies of W-2's for the past three years 
Letter from your employer 
Six months of Payroll Check stubs 
 

Thanks so much!!

8 minutes ago, Britney868 said:

Im sure it will come sooner or later. Im not on edge about it all.

I'm pretty sure it will be soon but totally understand your feeling with current state of Covid 19. Its just nice to get any good news and see things moving forward. 

On 2/29/2020 at 1:48 PM, Greenbaum said:

This thread was created for those who are waiting for their NOA2 K-1 case assignment from NVC and then tracking your case on wards to your Embassy.  Contained in the PDF below are many tips, tricks and hacks to help you along the way.

 

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. If you are new to this thread please read as these are most asked questions multiple times.

 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nfin98c33IEpB0T0FlURERriblYmlm5O/view?usp=sharing

Finally got NOA 2 super excited. Do you have copy of P3 for Jamaica. Thanks

1 minute ago, Britney868 said:

I haven’t got an approval yet. I was just congratulating you❤️😆

Oh I guess I'm so excited well I'm sure it's coming real soon. 

Just now, Britney868 said:

Congratulations 🍾🥳

Congratulations to you guys. I just came back from a Jamaica visit on March 23rd. Luckily I was able to see him before shut down. 

9 hours ago, DaeTe said:

Congratulations!! 🥳

Congratulations! We also got approved today I'm so happy. NOA 1 Dec 13th and NOA 2 March 31st. On to next steps.....

8 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

Thanks for updating your profile. Now what visa are you chasing? That should be in your profile as well.

K1 Visa any P3 for Jamaica. thanks

There's no statement simply an answered question. 

16 minutes ago, NikLR said:

Wouldn't matter. likely still need a test if it was 20 years ago. 

I understand the test is required for medical exam however the doctor opinion of usage 1 to 2 years prior vs 10 to 20 years prior can make a huge difference in decision for ban.