... in response to Spousal Visa help, posted by JoeBravo on Nov 16, 2001Hi Joe!
I went through the spousal visa thing last year (visa issued in March, 2001). Things have changed somewhat since then. There was no DS-3032 and no separate processing fee for the I-864. For what it’s worth, I’ll give you our experience. Your mileage may vary.
I sent back all the packet 3 stuff (OF-230 Part I, OF-169, I-864, etc.) to the NVC on 10/19. The NVC approved the petition and mailed it to Manila on 1/18 (about 3 months in NVC). The wife received the packet 4 with the appointment letter on 2/15. She had her interview and the consulate approved the visa on 3/6. The visa was delivered by Delbros on 3/13.
I don’t think there is anything more you need to do at this point but check with the NVC periodically to see what the status is on your petition. I was never able to get ANY information on that automated phone system. You need to keep trying until you reach a live operator. I would start calling about 2 months after they receive all the paperwork.
Good luck,
Ray