PART 2: Step by Step Guide to Complete NVC Stage: Fill Out Form I-864 & DS260 + Upload Documents

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, guys here’s the link to the video for Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2LSeKJuotBlkM0si=wvUmlh6eifGgK3mf

[@ashash458]

Very Detailed Video, greatly helped me alot 👍

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Glad it helped you! 😊

[@ReginaPeter01]

Hi.There’s a part on the I 864 instruction form that says the form needs to be submitted with the most recent year financial documents and proof of US citizenship. My question is do we scan/attach the recent financial documents and proof of US citizenship to the i 864 and upload the rest separately on “additional documents “ or do we upload the i864 alone and upload the financial documents and proof of US citizenship on “additional documents” do you attach anything to the i864 form?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you’re uploading each document separately. There’s a specific place to upload the I-864 form and the tax forms on the website.

[@ReginaPeter01]

@@Marriedtotheculture thank you so much 🙏🏽

[@gerardmahoungou155]

Thank you it helps a lot

[@Marriedtotheculture]

You’re welcome.

[@mebrt72]

Thank you so much for making it so clear to understand.....

[@mebrt72]

Now we know what to expect,,, thank you very helpful

[@Marriedtotheculture]

You're very welcome!, glad you found it helpful!

[@souravtalukdar8620]

Hello, on the 1st screen, you signed in as 'Peitioner" and on the sign submit screen, you mentioned yourself as the preparer and then click on the box and "sign and submit"? The applicant doesnt need to sign?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes I’m the petitioner. But, my step daughter is a minor so I’m signing on her behalf.

[@souravtalukdar8620]

Hello, ty for reply, you can sign in as petitioner? And then complete the iv application for your spouse and then sign and submit?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@souravtalukdar8620 yes

[@waichen5653]

Hi, When nvc wants documents to be scanned in color, do they mean to scan the document as a picture to them because scanning in color doesn’t really show the true picture of the document especially the biographical page of the passport. And what’s the size for photos for K3, is it 2x2 because the website has another like 1x1/38. Thank yiu

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, they’re asking for it to be scan using color and not the black and white option on your scanner. The passport photo size is 2 in x 2 in.

[@daniegarcia2445]

Thank you for taking the time to create such helpful tutorials. I have four questions: 1) How long, once you submitted all your documents did it take for you to be "Documentarily Verified"? 2) I know this varies for many reasons, but could you tell me how long I could expect for NVC to make the appointment for my husband's interview? 3) I moved less than a month ago but right before USCIS sent our petition to NVC. I have not done a change of address. When I am filling out the IV application for my husband, can I use our new address? Will this affect our case, such as processing time? 3) Does it really take about 2+ hours to complete IV application? Many thanks in advance for taking time to answer my questions. We are so overjoyed and grateful to finally be at this stage I could hug just about anyone right now🥰!!

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you are so welcome! 😊Ok, so: 1. I submitted my documents the first week of Oct and I got DQ’d on Dec 28. So it took a little over 2 months. 2. Yes, the appointment times vary depending on the embassy. But most appointments are taking at least a year or more before being scheduled because of the backlogs. However, it’s possible for it to take less time for you & your hubby but be prepared for a wait. 3. I would use the new address with NVC but make sure to do the change of address with USCIS. 4. I don’t think it took me 2 hours to complete it but I didn’t take note of the time. I can say it didn’t feel tiring to me so don’t stress about it. You’ll be just fine. 🙂 Yes, yes, I know that good feeling of making progress with this immigration journey!! Congratulations, you guys are halfway there!!!! Wishing you & your husband all the BEST!!💙💙

[@daniegarcia2445]

@@Marriedtotheculture 🙏Thank you

[@lucycelaire5112]

Good day. Thanks much for the information. Does all documents must be in coloured when printing and uploading.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, per requirements on the NVC website, “If any document is in color, please scan it in color rather than in black and white."

[@WardahIsmail-xf9lh]

Do i have to first print the financial documents then scan and upload or i can just simply scan those pdfs and upload?

[@markhammadi4470]

Hi thank you for this video I ahve a question does the documents we uploaded as a petitioner need to be copies or original such as certificate of Naturalization??.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you can upload copies but you’ll need the originals when you attend the interview.

[@franklucent]

great video, sent this to my wife help her out, i noticed you said nothing about form W-2 is that not required ? secondly for the tax transcripts it asking for my USA identification number where as i reside in Africa ,without me having Usa ID she cant get her 2022 transcripts

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes, you can submit w2s as well along with tax transcripts. It says either w2 or tax transcript and I initially only submitted my tax transcripts. But NVC requested my w2 as well. Do, submit both. Tax transcripts are only required of the US citizen/petitioner. If you wife is the petitioner she can request her tax transcripts from the iRS, nothing is required from you for her to do so.

[@zeynepsoyupak]

Hi could I ask a question? You told everyting in details and it is so informative thank you. I get confused when I fill my kids's DS 260 form. Whose passport number should I enter at the sign and submit page of the form?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, each child should have his/her own DS 260 form, so the child that the form is for you should enter his/her passport number.

[@zeynepsoyupak]

@@Marriedtotheculture thank you for the answer

[@dukepritchard6659]

Excellant Video. Thank You.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks!

[@nomadjack2949]

Thank You, Excellent video

[@Marriedtotheculture]

You are welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@LateefatAkanni]

Hello ma'am what if you don't want to include any joint or household and just start?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you don’t have to, it’s just an option if the sponsor does not meet the financial requirements.

[@Pinoystylz]

When the part said you need to bring all original documents during the interview. Which documents are they referring to? I’m a little confused about that part.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

All the documents you’ve submitted to NVC & USCIS. So, things like birth certificate, marriage certificate, divorce decree, passports, police certificate, affidavit of support form, etc.,

[@souravtalukdar8620]

Hello for the vaccine question should I choose yes since beneficiary will have the vaccines at the medical exam later?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

I would recommend saying no because that is the truthful answer. After checking no, it may give you an option to explain which you can write “That you will get the required vaccinations on or before the date of the medical exam."

[@fairuznahreen6878]

Thank you so much for helping us this way. I have a question/issue that I need help with: I submitted I-864 and I-864A, but by mistake I had submitted an unsigned I-864A. But later on below where it states "additional documents" I submitted the signed document. So will they reject my application? or will they also see the signed I-864A that I attached below? Please help me out as I am very anxious.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you’re so welcome! Hopefully, they will see it. It really depends on the person that’s reviewing your file. But, if not, they will send you a RFE ( request for evidence) asking that you upload the signed document. So, just re-upload it under the correct category. (They will have it active for you to upload it.) Don’t stress..yes it might delay you a little but you’ll be okay.

[@fairuznahreen6878]

@@Marriedtotheculture thank you so so much.

[@jeanp8002]

Hi I have a few questions, 1) I am the petitioner living in the US and my wife is overseas in South America, so for the civil documents part, I'm almost sure that they have to be translated by a certified translator to English? Or do I just upload the original documents in its foreign language ? , 2) do they also have to be apostille? 3) What if I move after completing & submitting all documents to NVC? How can I update my address? Thanks for all the info you provide 🙏🏻

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes civil documents in a foreign language MUST be translated by a certified translator and notarized. However, the information NVC provides for apostille documents is kind of vague. But it really depends on the consulate or embassy’s requirements. I would visit their website to confirm. travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/records-and-authentications/authenticate-your-document/apostille-requirements.html If you move you can update your with NVC using the public inquiry email here: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html/ You can change address with USCIS there: www.uscis.gov/addresschange

[@pdiep]

Thank you for the informative video on this matter. I have a question regarding my I-130 case if you could provide some information for me. My I-130 have just gotten an approval from USCIS and is on the way to NVC. However, my spouse is no longer living in the original country where we first filed the I-130 petition, instead, she is now living and working in a different country with legal residential permit. If we want to change the interview location to the current country US embassy where she is living, how would we do that? Will she fill out the current residence address in the DS-260 application and NVC will send the case to the appropriate US embassy? Thanks in advance

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you’re welcome. Per the NVC website: If your petition is being processed at NVC, contact the NVC to request the transfer. NVC will transfer cases if parties provide a written request along with the address in the requested country and the proof of eligibility (citizenship/legal residency in the requested country or other documentation). This can be provided at nvc.state.gov/inquiry. NVC may need to contact you for additional eligibility requirements. Note that transferring your case might not result in immediate processing as cases are processed in order based on the date the case became documentarily qualified. I also found information suggesting that perhaps you’ll have to contact the original embassy directly and request a transfer. But, I would start with NVC first to see if they can do it for you. Then, if not then contacting the original embassy directly would be the next step. Here’s the link with the info regarding contacting NVC: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/national-visa-center/immigrant-visas-processing-general-faqs.html#ivp13

[@ErrorualDual]

Hello! I have 2 questions 😅, for uploading documents, does it *have* to be scanned or can you submit them like photos from the camera? Secondly, for photographs, do we submit 2 photos of our picture in a pdf or is 1 image enough? Thank you!

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, if you can upload it from your camera to your computer, yes. It needs to be a digital scanned photo. You need 2 photos if you’re getting an immigrate visa. Both photos can be scanned/saved together on one “page”.

[@Pinoystylz]

Just to be sure the DS 260 forms is for the applicant informations and not the petitioner correct?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Yes, correct.

[@jerin.tasnim360]

1. Where does it show my total income on Income Tax return ? 2. When will we need the police clearance certificate ? 3. Can petitioner enter 🇺🇸 consulate or embassy for visa interview ?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi! 1. It depends on which IRS tax form you are using. But ti should be your total gross income after all types of income are added and adjustments subtracted. If using IRS Form 1040 it’s typically line 11. 2. You need the police certificate once you get to the NVC stage and you also need it at the interview. If it expires before your interview, you’ll need to get another one. 3. No, only the applicant can enter unless the applicant is a minor.

[@TheGhanianbarbie]

thank you for your video it was very helpful I was wondering when uploading the Photograph are they asking for our wedding photograph or just a photo of him or passport photo?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you are welcome! The photograph is actually a request for the applicant/immigrant’s passport photo.

[@cl1490]

I was also unclear on this. so what they're requesting on the DS-260 is 2 passport photos uploaded as a scan and those are the ones you bring to your interview?@@Marriedtotheculture

[@shilpageorge8063]

Hi. After how many days of fee payment the status changed from "in process" to " paid". Thanks!

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, it can take 3-5 days depending on your bank.

[@bintsaidi9600]

Thank you . I have a question can I fill up DS-260 application form before I fill up the Affidavits of support forms?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, if NVC has activated the links for both, you can complete either one first.

[@bintsaidi9600]

​@@Marriedtotheculture Thank you.

[@santoshgautam2738]

Hi, thank you for ur video. I am stuck in one question regarding spouse address. He is currently in USA in F1 visa( He is not petitioner). I am confused with his address. Should I mention his current address of USA or of passport?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, if it’s requesting “mailing” address then you can use the US address but if it’s a “permanent address” that would be the address in home country.

[@meleikaellis3401]

For the 2*2 picture it just has to me a scan picture of that 2*2 picture right ?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Yes, if it’s any issues with it NVC will let you know.

[@bettymason8506]

Hi I been watching all ur videos I love them.U ask you a question before and thanks for responding back. I have another question I have a daughter received SSI disability and I file her on my taxes and she get ssi di I need to add her income because she is a household member.Thanks for the responding.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, do you need your daughter’s SSI disability in order to meet the income requirement? The only reason to add a household member’s income is if you cannot meet the income requirement on your own. (NVC will look at your total income line that’s on your tax return.) I’m not an expert in this area, but from my understanding one of the requirements is that the household member should be at least 18 years of age. So, I’m not 100% sure if your daughter’s income would be accepted if she’s a minor. Perhaps, you can just include a copy of the disability award letter and bank statements showing the deposits to your account. But again, these are my opinions and not legal advice. Wishing you all the best!! 💛💛

[@liwang9241]

Thank so much I want to asked for a question during my filling I did not include my children names but in nvc filling where they asked do you have children do I need to filled that part or just say no

[@liwang9241]

I mean i130

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes, if you have children you must answer yes and provide names if it asks for names to be provided.

[@liwang9241]

@@Marriedtotheculture Thanks so much 👌

[@SMK-85-1]

Thank you sister. I have just one question. What if I have never filed taxes or work. Can I use a sponsor? Thanks

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, are you the immigrant or the petitioner?

[@SMK-85-1]

@@Marriedtotheculture petitioner.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@SMK-85-1 okay, you’ll need to submit a letter to NVC explaining that you were exempt from filing taxes because you are unemployed and submit proof of that. Yes, you will need to use a joint sponsor to help you. The joint sponsor will need to submit form I-864 too.

[@Bisekoson]

I hav a question, on pictures you have to upload both pictures of petitioner and immigrant? Am in that stage for my daughter so i need help on that area

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, the photos NVC is requesting is two 2x2 inches passport photos of the immigrant. But, if you want to include photos of both petitioner and immigrant as evidence of a genuine relationship you can also add those. But I would add under the “other” category. Initially, this confused me too.

[@sophologic]

Thank you for the informative video! I have just completed the I-130 application. How long do I have to wait to submit the DS-260 or can I do them immediately? It is asking for a case number which I don’t have.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi Sophie! Thank you! You’ll have to wait for USCIS to approve your I-130 petition. This can take anywhere from 6 months to over a year depending upon the service center you are assigned to. Once USCIS approves it they’ll forward your case to NVC. NVC will send you a Welcome Letter that will have your assigned case number & invoice number so that you can complete their process which includes submitting the DS-260.

[@sophologic]

@@Marriedtotheculture thank you so much for the quick reply! Does this also include the I-864 or can I do that now? (Pretty much, which forms can I submit in the meantime)

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@sophologic No problem, you’re welcome! Yes, it includes form I-864 as well. These all will be at the NVC stage.

[@sophologic]

@@Marriedtotheculture Thank you so much! You’ve been so helpful!

[@merondemeke1712]

Hey sis thank u for ur response last time. Today my question I submitted DS-260 without editing what I wanted to edit(type without any space) so do u think any way I can fix that before it's to late or upload all documents? Thanks🙏🏾❤

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi sis, I don’t think you can make edits after you submit the DS-260. However, try clicking on the DS-260 application and toggling thru each page to see if it’ll allow you to edit. Most likely the majority of your entries will be ghost (un-editable), but it’s worth checking to see. You said your errors are spacing errors and if that’s the case I wouldn’t worry too much about it. Just make a mental note to clarify at the interview that you made the minor spacing error. But, that’s me personally, so if you’d rather correct , you can send NVC an email to see if they can help you with re-submitting the form. Keep in mind it’ll take time for them to respond to your email. Here’s the link to submit NVC public inquiry email (just scroll down and you’ll see the fields to submit form): travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html

[@merondemeke1712]

Thank u so much dear u really a helper.🙏🏾❤

[@nonestay7941]

Hi, first and foremost, please accept my great thank you for uploading this helpful tutorial, I've been in a confusion to fill this out for my family. However, I do have 2 questions just in case you could help with any. 1. Once you have submitted the documents, if you click on the submitted button, are you able to view all uploaded forms including supporting documents? 2. Are you able to change either the case# or invoice_id for security purposes with NVC? Thank you so much in advance.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you are welcome! So, once you submit documents I don’t think you can view it. You can, however, see that it’s uploaded and/or submitted. I’ll have to log in later and confirm that. And no, you are not able to change your case number or invoice ID as this is a unique number assigned by NVC.

[@nonestay7941]

@@Marriedtotheculture Thank you so much for the detailed response. Please let me know once you have been able to log in and check. Thank you for doing so.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@nonestay7941 ok so you can’t view the documents for the Affidavit of support evidence but you can view the civil documents for the applicant (immigrant) There’s a arrow that if you use your cursor to hover over it, then you can click “view document” which should allow you to download it to your pc for you to view.

[@zakaryaali8722]

Thanks so much So useful

[@stevehall3998]

Hi thanks for this video My wife lives in Jamaica On the part where it says is your mailing address the same as your permanent address do I check yes or no please help

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, for the DS260 with NVC the mailing address is where they will send info about your case. Typically, mail isn’t sent internationally. So, if your wife doesn’t mind you receiving mail on her behalf, I would suggest using a U.S. address. Also, the permanent address is where the immigrant intends to live after arrival to the US. You will also have the option to choose to have her green card mailed to that permanent address. So, for example in my case, for my stepdaughter, she will be living with us upon her arrival to US, which is the permanent address. And I can receive mail correspondence on her behalf at this same permanent address. So, I checked yes for mailing address and permanent address being the same. I did the same when applying for my husband as well. Hope this helps.

[@stevehall3998]

Thank you so much

[@zakimohas]

My dear I have a question if u don’t mind help me plz My souse she is the petitioner so her income is less so her bro will be co-sponsor the case so my question is do they need to fill out same I-864 form or 2 different I-864 form they need to submit thanks for ur kindly and honestly review

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, they each fill out separate I-864 forms and submit.

[@zakimohas]

@@Marriedtotheculturethanks dear for ur honesty response ❤

[@camzietootz14]

When did you submit your Ds260 and all the required documents and how long did you got Documentarily qualified ?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi I submitted my forms and documents in early October 2022. I was documentarily qualified Dec 2022.

[@merondemeke1712]

Hello thanks for this helpful video. we just got aproved from uscis and we going to start nvc step what makes me worried is thatis, our 2021 tax transcript is still in the process because my husband apply itin no for me to file our tax together. so because of that they say they they have backlogs and they working one mnth behind our case because that we cant even file our 2022 tax. So my question to u is which is current tax transcript nvc request when we submit our documents at nvc and if we r not done with 2021,2022 tax what kind of papers we got to send to nvc to show them we r waiting for them to finish our tax and my itin number?? Thank u for ur help🙏🏾

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, so are you waiting on your 2021 tax transcripts to me sent from the IRS? Or are you waiting to file 2021 & 2022 taxes? (If you only have your tax return paperwork, you can submit that instead of the actual tax transcript.) NVC will request the most current year that you have filed. So, right now you could still send in only 2021, if you haven’t filed 2022 yet, because the tax filing deadlines for 2022 aren’t until this coming April. However, if you haven’t filed your taxes you’ll need to fill out a signed affidavit letter stating your reasoning and confirm that it will be completed prior to your interview. But, I’m not sure if this will cause your case to be placed on hold or not. If it were me, I'd probably send in 2020 taxes and include the affidavit letter, along with evidence from IRS showing that your tax filings are pending and will be sent when completed. Hope this helps.

[@merondemeke1712]

@@Marriedtotheculture thank u so much dear. That really help.

[@merondemeke1712]

@@Marriedtotheculture ❤

[@mebrt72]

The 2x2 photos is it of the petitioners or applicant? Thank you

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi! For NVC it’s of the applicant.

[@Happpi_Snacks]

HI WHAT PHOTGRAPHS DID YOU SUBMIT?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, I only submitted my stepdaughter’s passport photos. When applying for my husband we submitted his passport photos under the Photographs category and then pictures we took together and a few with us and his family we entered as additional evidence of a bona fide marriage.

[@holaappholaapp4401]

Is there any section in DS-260 where I have to put my travel history outside of my native country?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, the only travel questions I believe are related to travel to the U.S. and on what type visa was used.

[@369410fj1]

How about if pay start is still lock we cannot open to pay what shld we do pls?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi! If you are not an immediate relative, you’ll have to wait for your priority date to become current before you can start the process. If you are an immediate relative, you’ll need to email NVC to find out why it’s locked and make sure to include a screenshot. Here’s the email link: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html

[@karamkaur5028]

Hi dear I have question regarding applicant ‘smother name …..as it is asking mother ‘ s name at birth ?? What does it mean ?? My husband ‘s mother did not have surname before marriage but after marriage added surname …,,which one I have to fill ??? Or does not matter should be aacording her passport ?? Please thank you ….thank you

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, it’s asking for the immigrant’s mothers name at birth. If she didn’t have a surname at birth then you need to submit it as such. Most likely you will not be able to leave that field blank, so enter “Does Not Apply” or “Last Name Not Given”. Something to explain that there wasn’t a surname at time of birth.

[@karamkaur5028]

@@Marriedtotheculture thank you for answering

[@BrittneyOputa]

Hey can I submit as many financial documents as needed? I have a couple of few things I want to submit within the acceptable file size😄 I downloaded the AOS and saw where I can add extra proof, but here I see you added First the AOS & next the tax transcript.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes you can add additional docs if you like. For example, if you’re able to add multiple year tax transcripts under the category specifically for it within the file size then do that. If not, then add your additional documents under the additional docs category. You can re-name the file just to make it recognizable and organized. Hope this helps.

[@BrittneyOputa]

@@Marriedtotheculture yes it does! Please I have another question, I’m trying to file my taxes but my husband doesn’t have a social security number, I can’t file Head of house because I have no dependents. I’m trying to do Married but separately because he’s not here yet but they want a social…. Is there a way around this?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@BrittneyOputa you’ll probably need to apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) from the IRS for your husband. My tax preparer was able to file for me as head of household so I’m not sure how the ITIN works. You should be able to look it up on the IRS website.

[@bettymason8506]

I Love the video, I have a question can I file my husband ds 260 form, but he's in Nigerian. And how you upload your own documents. And what documents I need for him. Thanks

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, thank you! Yes, you can fill out the ds260 on your husband’s behalf. I did for my husband. For you husband you’ll need a copy of his birth certificate and passport photo page, Copy of your marriage certificate, if he or you had any prior marriages you’ll need a Copy of marriage termination documents (divorce or death certificate), Copy of his military record, if he has served and Copy of police certificates. You’ll need to scan copies of your documents and save it to your computer and then upload it to NVC’s CEAC site. You can get a free adobe scanner app on your phone. It allows you to take a picture of your documents and then it will save it as a PDF document that you can forward and save to your computer. Hope this helps.

[@bettymason8506]

@@Marriedtotheculture Thank you so much.

[@gustavobravo9097]

Hello I'm doing this on my own.. my wife i--130 form got approved and sent to NVC .. Im about to start to upload my I-864 affidavit and taxes..I have some questions.. do I have to upload anything else besides my I-864 form and taxes return W'2 and 1099 ?. For example my marriage certificate even tho I already sent that with my i130 forms ..and panicking .. I want to make sure I upload what's necessary..please help if you can

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, first do not panic, you got this! As the petitioner the I-864 and your financial documents are needed. If they need any additional financial documents NVC will let you know via the online website and/or your email. The civil documents (i.e., marriage certificate, birth certificate, police certificate, etc.,) will need to be uploaded on behalf of your wife (the applicant). Most likely you are uploading this for your wife, so whatever civil documents are needed will be outlined on the portal. Just wait for each section to be unlocked for you to begin your upload and it will say what documents or forms need to be uploaded to the portal.

[@gustavobravo9097]

@@Marriedtotheculture your such and angel!!! I have one more concern.. I paid both fees and both where taken out of my account.. but my section for the i-864 says paid and I was able to upload stuff.. but the section where my I have to up my wife.. the applicant .. still stays processing payment.. it's been 5 days and still says processing ..is that normal?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@gustavobravo9097 yes, it can take a few days depending on your bank. You can check your bank too to see if it cleared. I’d expect it to be completed in at least a weeks time though. Anything longer, I’d reach out to NVC.

[@Angel_whitnell]

Hi mam my husband has only first name on his passport last name is blank but in petition I 130 I split the name like aaa first and bbb last and it has approved now I am on the point of ds260 so now I don’t know should I fill passport wise or the way I filled in I 130 ?? Can it effect on my case??

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, this could be an issue, but I don’t know for sure. Does he technically not have a last name? I would make sure the name in the DS 260 matches the passport. Maybe write a letter stating the issue and be prepared to answer questions regarding it.

[@zakimohas]

Did u just uploaded income tax return for recent year only or also u added w2 plz tell me

[@Marriedtotheculture]

I mistakenly only uploaded my tax transcripts so, NVC sent me an RFE request that I submit my W2. So, make sure to upload both to eliminate a RFE for the w2.

[@zakimohas]

trhanks dear sound really good and that was ur experience hehehehe sorry for the delay now i want start the case filling the form myself @@Marriedtotheculture

[@elizbatduko9752]

How to continue ds 260 i only done and save personal info.please Please Please Please

[@Marriedtotheculture]

If you saved it, you should be able to log back in and complete the application for submission.

[@richtonymontana]

So for affidavit of support can I submit both I-864 and I-864A

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Both forms i864a and i864 should be submitted only by a household member who agrees to be a co-sponsor to help the sponsor meet the income qualifications.

[@livelyclive9751]

Can I used my phone to upload the documents??

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Yes, but a web browser on your computer would be best.

[@merondemeke1712]

Hey sis I came back again we got Dqed today but still my passport biography is missing and we sitill not getting any fe note about it so what do we have to do plss do u have any idea about it ?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, so it’s showing as missing on the CEAC website but NVC already DQ’d you? Is it missing because you forgot to upload it or your upload failed? You can try to upload it to the website if the link is active and allows you to do so. But, if you aren’t able to upload it then, just keep a copy and of course you’ll be taking the actual passport to your interview so the immigration officer can review it if needed. Just make sure to have it if and when it’s requested later or at the interview.

[@merondemeke1712]

@Married To The Culture no I didn't forget, I already uploaded it but when they sent fe and check the resubmitted documents they misplaced it and saved it as it my dissolution paper and said passport biography but still the passport biography part is in the first option and says missing and they put it as a second option and said incomplete. I don't know I try to download it from second option my passport is still there but its still incomplete.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@merondemeke1712 ok, I would just re-upload both documents (dissolution and passport biographic page). Underneath your list of submitted documents you should see “Optional Documents for…..”. And underneath that you’ll see “Add A Document” click on those words and it’ll give you a pop up page to upload a document. Make sure you choose the correct document type from the drop down menu for both documents “ Marriage Termination Documentation” for your dissolution and then “passport Biographic Page and upload each separately. Once you do that, NVC should receive it & review. But I suggest sending a public inquiry email telling them what happened and what you did to correct it and ask if they need anything further from you. Of course it will take them a few weeks to reply but hopefully they will review and accept it quicker. Here’s the link for the sending the email: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html

[@fahimahmed8189]

How to add accompany

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, what are you asking?

[@AB-te9gs]

If I have DACA and a SSN already, do I still click Yes for the 3rd SSN question?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Are you referring to the question about authorizing disclosure of your info with government agencies regarding your SSN? If so, I would click Yes.

[@USALifeDiaries]

I’m filling my i864 form- my husband is in America and he is petitioning me and my child resides with me. She is also a USA citizen 2 years old though horned in Sri Lanka. She is immigrating with me to the USA. Now my question is in the form i864 they have about the household size? How should I record it. Please explain! Should I include her in dependent children or not?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Yes, include yourself and your daughter because she is immigrating with you. But, if she is your husband’s child (under age of 21) that would be another reason to include her. Are you filing out the i864 form on your husband’s behalf? It’s fine to complete on your husband’s behalf, but he will need to sign it.

[@kayatlanta]

How long after approval from USCIS do we receive our Welcome letter to NVC?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi! It usually takes USCIS a few days to forward you packet to NVC. Then, once NVC receives it, if it’s for an immediate relative it can take anywhere from 2 weeks to 8 weeks to get the letter. Or it can be quicker than 2 weeks it varies. However, if it’s not for an immediate relative then you’ll have to wait for your priority date to become current. That means a longer wait time, usually 6 months are more before your priority date becomes current than NVC will send welcome letter. Hope this helps.

[@kayatlanta]

@@Marriedtotheculture thanks

[@kayatlanta]

@@Marriedtotheculture hey I received my email on today

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@kayatlanta Yay!! Congratulations!! 🎊🎉🎈🍾

[@lilianatavares3753]

@kayatlanta how long it took for them to sent you your welcome letter?

[@thesniperteam9868]

What are photographs they asking for?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

If you’re submitting for a spouse visa, then it would be pictures of you and your spouse to prove a bonafide marriage. Basically, photos to confirm relationship between sponsor and beneficiary. You’ll also need to submit passport photos for the visa as well.

[@dumamay283]

Thank you so much

[@Marriedtotheculture]

You're most welcome! 💛

[@bluishblue9296]

Hello maam...I'm doing the Ds 260 this time but I don't see this "Female genital mutilation (FGM/C) " is it because I'm just using a chromebook or they just simply removed it. I need your response please. Thank you very much. I'm still working on submtting the application for over a month now because it won't go thru:( :(

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, only applicants from countries where female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is prevalent will be provided a link in the DS-260 to an electronic pamphlet. If this applies to you, it’ll appear near the end of the DS-260 application for you to click open, read and then click ok to acknowledge you read it.

[@bluishblue9296]

@Marriedtotheculture Thank you for giving me an answer to that matter... appreciated. I do have another concern regarding the DS 260 application that it won't go thru on the sign and submission part. I've been trying it for over a month now and I don't have any luck. Is there some technique or other ways. Happy holidays to you.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@bluishblue9296 it sounds like you may have missed something. Did you enter your case number correctly? Please email me so we can discuss: [e-mail]

[@bluishblue9296]

@@Marriedtotheculture I have sent you an email maam and also I have a question can I just mail my ds 260 instead of doing it online since it didn't really work there . Thank you

[@edwardjrcaldozajames8231]

Hi ma’am can you help me to upload the documents of my wife to nvc? I don’t know how to do it, thank you

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Sure, click this link and it walks you through the steps: travel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/PDF-other/Uploading%20to%20CEAC-instrucions.pdf

[@ehabpetro6873]

How long it takes for the interview after do u have the part 3

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, are you asking if there is a part 3 after the interview? There are 3 stages/parts. The 1st is with USCIS, the 2nd is with NVC and the 3rd is the actual interview. After the interview if you are approved you wait about 2 weeks (depending upon your embassy’s process) to get your visa stamped in your passport. Not sure if I answered your question…let me know.

[@superyaya8557]

Hi i worked in Hongkong for 19 years and now i am residing here in Philippines waiting for my visa . I am at NVC stage already , do i need to apply for a police clearance in hongkong ? I got confused

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, any country you have worked or lived in for at least 6 months or more since 16 years of age you’ll need a police certificate. But, some countries do not give out police certificates to former residents who no longer live there. I don’t think that’s the case for Hong Kong and the Philippines. But, please check the NVC website to confirm. Here’s the link: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Visa-Reciprocity-and-Civil-Documents-by-Country/HongKong.html

[@superyaya8557]

@@Marriedtotheculture hi again , i completed my documents and waiting to be DQd . NVC didnt ask me to comply a PCC hongkong altho theyd ask me to submit PH police certificate ( NBI ) i am a bit confused coz they said ( from a group ) that i still need to submit a PCC hongkong even though NVC didnt ask me to obtain one .

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@superyaya8557 Hi, I would suggest getting the police certificate from Hong Kong. It’s possible for NVC to come back and request it or you may get DQ’d without it needing it, but then get to the interview and the immigration officer requests it from you. I’m not for certain that will happen. But, personally, I’d much rather have the police certificate and not need it than need it and not have it.

[@ImtopYt]

Hey , I have a question, do we have to pay the fees and submit both of the i-864 and the DS-260 and all the financials documents and civil documents in the same day ? Or we should submit first the i-864 and the financial documents then submit the d-260 and the civil documents after the NVC approval?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, no you have to pay fees first and it takes 2-3 days before NVC processes payment and allows you to submit forms or upload documents. The fees have to be paid separately so you can pay them the same day or different days but you won’t be able to move to the next step until both fees are paid. The next step after fee payment is typically the I-864 but NVC might activate both forms (I-864 & DS260) for you on your account, if so, just complete both.

[@zakimohas]

Civil document police clearance certificate didn’t ask it

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Okay, I would still upload it if option is available.

[@livelyclive9751]

Can my wife used her phone to upload the documents??

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes, but it’s best to use a web browser on your computer.

[@camzietootz14]

How many months to wait to be Documentarily qualified ?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

So, it took about 2 months to get documentarily qualified (Oct-Dec).

[@waaberi1]

How long time month expired ds260

[@Marriedtotheculture]

It’s good for 1 year after it’s signed. If it expires before your interview you’ll have to re-sign and reprint a new confirmation page which should give a new barcode.

[@sameeribrahim7374]

Thank you

[@Marriedtotheculture]

You're welcome

[@KayRobinson712]

Thank you for sharing such detailed and important information with us 🙏🏼❤️ I have 2 questions for you please? My first question is, once the affidavit of support is completed, do we have to upload the civil documents the same day or do we have time to upload them. Maybe a couple days to a week later? My second question is, once the affidavit of support is completed and the civil documents are uploaded, do we have to start the DS-260 the same day or would we have enough time to start another day? Maybe a couple days to a week later? Thank you. GOD bless you and your family 🙏🏼❤️😌

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, you’re so welcome! For both questions, yes, you can wait to complete it. You don’t have to do them all in the same day, but, just know that the longer you wait, the longer your processing time will be. Once NVC makes the link active it’s up to you to complete it. Per the NVC website, your case remains active with NVC for a year. After that year expires you’ll have to start the entire process over. Hope this helps!! Wishing you all the best on your immigration journey.💛

[@DavidLoveJanet]

What are photographs ?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Pictures of you and your family together.

[@er.wanderlust]

@@Marriedtotheculture I find much conflicting information regarding this and I'm so confused. many other channels have asked to upload 2*2 size photo

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@er.wanderlust Yes, you will need to submit two 2x2 passport photos as well. I submitted our passport photos to USCIS when we submitted the I-130 form. I believe NVC will request them as well. But, I was talking about photos for evidence of a bona fide marriage or family relationship. However, yes, you will need 2inch x 2 inch passport photos. I apologize if I confused you. Hope this helps clarify it for you.

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@er.wanderlust I just checked and the photographs section you were asking about on the NVC site is for the 2x2 passport photos. However if you want to submit other photos for evidence you can add it by clicking on “add additional documents” and add photos under the “other” category.

[@lyndahamdani8181]

Who file the ds260 the pititioner or the applicant??????

[@Marriedtotheculture]

The applicant.

[@lyndahamdani8181]

@@Marriedtotheculture please i send you message on Instagram can you answer?!

[@Marriedtotheculture]

@@lyndahamdani8181 ok I’ll go check…

[@asadyare927]

Do you need police certificate to upload in civil documents?

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, yes.

[@mihranmusa3020]

hello could you please give any idea of processing time at NVC after submitting the DS 260 form and paid the fees

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, it can take about 1 to 4 months for NVC to documentarily qualified your case. From there the timeframe to schedule your interview will vary depending upon your visa category and country.

[@debbierobertson5819]

Hi Gabby

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi!!! 🙂

[@sushiloli7490]

Mam, should main applicant should include their child information on ds260 form who is 25 years of old... because in my father case,he didn't include me in initial edv lottery registration form because i am 25 year old son

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Hi, any questions asked regarding children on the DS260 form you should include that information.

[@michaeltorrey2303]

Its hard to hear you you're speaking low also the background noise is to loud

[@Marriedtotheculture]

Duly noted. Thanks