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Hey all that want to file an I-129F for K-3 with no receipt for I-130 (797)

I just received my I-797 for the I-129F. It said that it will take 60-180 days for them to process it. I filed it without the I-797 from my I-130 since I did not have it yet. I sent a copy of my check (received from my bank) front and back (shows date cashed and case number of I-130) with the online status form. Im so I was having a rough day at work and loosing hope yesterday. I didnt even check the mail, like I did daily cause I was so sad cause I am tired of people asking me about my husband. It is hard to maintain a relationship afar. But I know that all this time and effort and of course money will be worth it when he is here with me . Dont loose hope yall, you will make it through with your partner

Tussie,

I am comtemplating the same route that you took. Filed my I-130 on April 12 and still waiting for NOA1. (My original post here) Please keep us posted on your progress. Many of us are in the same boat.

Hi!

I filed I-130 for my wife on April 12 and haven't heard from them yet. See my post here:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=72281

I've put your post in my favorites and will be watching for any updates. I am debating over whether I should just file I-129F with evidence that I have filed I-130 (case number and status, check cashed, etc.) or if I should wait.

Good luck and please keep us all posted. We're in the same boat.

I'm in the exact same situation as you. I'll be watching the response to get guidance.

Hi iray,

When did you file the I-130? Please give us your timeline. Did you send your application to the Texas Service Center?

Thanks!

Thanks for those who have responded so far. I will wait and check mail today and if I do not receive NOA1 for I-130 even today, I will go ahead and file I-129F on Monday with the following:

• Form I-129F with its application fee.
  
• Cover letter stating that I am including evidence that I have filed I-130. As evidence, I will include following:
  1. Print-out from USCIS case status website for my case that includes my I-130 case number
     
  2. Copy of both sides of the cashed check showing I-130 application fee was received by USCIS on April 25, 2007
     
  3. USPS delivery confirmation that I-130 was delivered on April 12, 2007
     

  [*]All other required documents that normally go with I-129F for a spousal K3 application.

What do you all think?

Hey all I called the Customer Service Center to ask what if any information on my case that was filed on 5/11 at the TSC. The Lady who answer told me that my case had been moved to CSC and receive on 6/5 and also gave me my CASE number. Just a bit of information for those who are still waiting for a response.

I sent I-130 on 04/12/2007, still waiting for NOA1 for I-130. Got the case number by calling customer service (it's also found on the back of the check for the application fee).

Thanks for the info and good luck with your case! Please keep us posted when you get your NOA1 for I-130.

Hi RocksAnne,

I think you are in a similar situation as I am. Filed I-130 for my wife back on April 12, check cashed on April 25 but still waiting for NOA1. I have posted here asking whether I can file I-129F for K3 without including the copy of the actual I-797 (NOA1) for I-130.

Good luck with your case! Please do post when/if you receive your receipt notice.

I have been reading through these forums and would like to thank all those who contribute their valuable time trying to help others.

This is my first post so let me start by including my timeline:

02/17/2007: Got married

04/11/2007: Mailed I-130 to Texas Service Center (USPS Express Mail)

04/12/2007: I-130 received by TSC (Delivery Confirmation)

04/25/2007: $190 check cleared

05/21/2007: Called USCIS 800 customer server number to find out why I have not yet received the a receipt for my I-130. Was told to just hang in there and it should come by June sometime. They said a receipt is not generated yet.

06/01/2007: Called again and was again told that a receipt was not even mailed yet but they will go ahead and get a duplicate issued so I can file K3. I was told that I should get the duplicate receipt within 5 business days.

Current: Still waiting for NOA1 for I-130 so I can file K3

In short, I have been waiting since April 12 for USCIS to send me a receipt for my I-130 application so that I can file K3 for my wife. It has been well over a month since they received my application and since they cashed the check for the I-130 application fee. I had to call the 800 customer service number to find out that the stamped numbers starting with letters WAC on the back of my check is my case number.

When I pulled its status on USCIS website on 05/21/2007, this is what it read:

I was not sure how it could be approved so fast so when I initially called USCIS (on 05/21/2007), they told me to just ignore what the case status page says and wait for a receipt to file my K3. However after a couple of days, the case status started showing following text and still reads this:

My question is: How long should I wait for the I-130 receipt? What are my options if I do not receive the receipt (NOA1) for I-130 at all? I have already confirmed they have the correct address for me so it is definitely not lost in the mail.

Also, I have read conflicting information about whether I should be able to file a K3 without the copy of actual NOA for I-130. USCIS own website and the instructions for I-129F states that I should include "evidence" that I have filed I-130 – it does not specifically ask for a receipt notice. Another immigration portal site (Link here) says that I should include "Copy of evidence that you filed Form I-130… Preferably, I-797C, Notice of Action, Receipt Notice"

Don't I have sufficient evidence since I already have a case number that I can check status for? Should a print out of case status from USCIS website and copy of both sides of the check be sufficient evidence? Is there anyone who has filed I-129F without sending copy of I-130 receipt? Should I indefinitely just wait for the I-130 receipt before filing I-129F? I need some suggestions and guidance from everyone here.

Thanks in advance!

Our prayers are with you both. Hope the interview went smoothly. It is now 5:40 am Pakistan Time on 05/30/2007. Anxious to hear some good news! Keep us posted Khurram.

God be with you both!

I just saw your last post. Looks like everyone's prayer was heard. CONGRATULATIONS!!! She will be coming to you very soon (God willing)..

Our prayers are with you both. Hope the interview went smoothly. It is now 5:40 am Pakistan Time on 05/30/2007. Anxious to hear some good news! Keep us posted Khurram.

God be with you both!