ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNo G-325???
It is most likely the OP will get an RFE and USCIS will not entirely reject the petition. USCIS tends to reject petitions prior to accepting the fee and then they return the entire packet with the uncashed check.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-14 10:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNo G-325???
That is just the I-130 that you linked. If you read the instructions to the I-130, it says at the very end of the instructions:

QUOTE
If you are filing for your husband or wife, did you include:
His or her photograph?
Your completed Form G-325A?
His or her Form G-325A?


Also, you should review the VJ guides on IR-1/CR-1s so you can gather anything else you might have missed.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-14 00:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQUIZ FOR VJ'ERS ...WHICH ONE BETTER NOW?
One small problem with your analysis: neither Texas nor Nebraska process IR-1/CR-1 petitions.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-14 13:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQUIZ FOR VJ'ERS ...WHICH ONE BETTER NOW?
This should help you.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-14 12:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSome questions here....
QUOTE (pianojangee @ Mar 15 2008, 11:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (flomagy @ Mar 16 2008, 12:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What rights does a citizen have over a resident? Is there much of a difference?

Probably a dumb question, but I could really use some clarification.....thanks....!!!!


You can vote!
You can serve as jury, well I guess that is more like duty that right.


You don't have to keep renewing a green card.
You don't have to worry about spending too much time out of the country and losing your PR status.
You can sponsor relatives (brothers, sisters, parents) into the country.
You can vote.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-15 23:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about IR-1/CR-1 Process
If you are staying on the CR-1 path, you don't have to do anything until your case is approved and sent to the NVC. You would only file a I-129F if you plan on going the K-3 path.

I would suggest guides6ly.gif click here.

Edited by Delicia, 16 March 2008 - 01:21 AM.

DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-16 01:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdvice about Job Change?
You indicate that you are a IR-1/CR-1 filer, but you don't have a time line entered, so it will be a bit hard to answer your question. Personally, I would not consider taking any time off (ie quitting my job) because I know I have to provide some current pay stubs and employment letter when my husband's case gets to NVC/Consulate.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-16 04:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures864 is not reviewed after 2 weeks
Did you mail it with a confirmation of receipt? And 2 weeks doesn't seem like a long time to wait, in government time.
DeliciaFemaleChile2008-03-16 14:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJuly filers
I just saw this. List for July

http://www.visajourn...showtopic=75786

I added me in heheh.


USERNAME-----------FILED--------RECEIVED--------NOA1-------BIOMETRICS---TRANSFER---INTERVIEW---APPROVED/STAMP


Luz and Robin-----06/23/07------06/24/07------07/02/07------07/25/07--
ericalamb---------06/22/07------06/24/07------07/03/07------07/31/07--
bostonparis-------06/25/07------06/26/07------07/03/07------07/27/07--
cshell------------06/25/07------06/26/07------07/03/07------07/27/07--
chinohk-----------06/27/07------06/29/07------07/10/07------07/17/07--
MsA---------------06/27/07------06/28/07------07/06/07------07/26/07--
Jup1ter-----------06/27/07------06/28/07------07/06/07------07/31/07--
JohnInSeattle-----06/27/07------06/28/07------07/09/07------07/30/07--
isismendoza-------06/28/07------06/29/07------07/09/07------07/31/07--
jw07--------------06/28/07------06/29/07------07/09/07------07/31/07--
Racer's Girl------06/28/07------07/12/07------
Mandysbaby--------06/29/07------07/02/07------07/12/07------08/10/07--
mrs.song----------06/29/07------07/02/07------07/11/07------08/03/07--
Chelseafan--------06/29/07------07/02/07------07/16/07------08/01/07--
RhondaM-----------06/29/07------07/--/07------07/16/07------
LV&LC-------------07/02/07------07/03/07------07/12/07------08/06/07--
LovinJA-----------07/02/07------07/03/07------07/11/07------08/03/07--
babyandherboy-----07/03/07------07/05/07------07/13/07------
silivake----------07/06/07------07/08/07------07/16/07------08/08/07--
gabytalbert-------07/06/07------07/09/07------07/16/07------08/08/07--
i adore u---------07/06/07------07/08/07------07/17/07------08/08/07--
reeses16----------07/07/07------07/09/07------07/17/07------08/15/07--
DeaniWait---------07/09/07------07/10/07------07/--/07------08/11/07--
SirLancelot-------07/10/07------07/12/07------07/19/07------
Nanusia&Lukasz----07/10/07------07/11/07------07/18/07------08/08/07--
Sonshyne----------07/10/07------07/16/07------07/24/07------
Paulily-----------07/10/07------07/11/07------07/18/07------08/13/07--
Bill and Hayley---07/10/07------07/12/07------07/19/07------08/07/07--
kiwigirl224-------07/11/07------07/12/07------07/19/07------08/08/07--
divs76------------07/12/07------07/20/07------
iya---------------07/12/07------07/16/07------07/24/07------
cdancer57---------07/12/07------07/13/07------
igomo-------------07/12/07------07/15/07------07/23/07------
Cecy--------------07/13/07------07/16/07------07/24/07------
JelloShotGirl-----07/13/07------07/16/07------07/23/07------
Ricardo-----------07/14/07------
JamalNTam---------07/16/07------07/18/07------
Skeeter211--------07/16/07------07/18/07------
lirachadsbaby-----07/16/07------
infomon-----------07/16/07------07/17/07------
Sol-de-Verano-----07/18/07------07/20/07------
bloom-------------07/18/07------
Icarus------------07/18/07------
KHagen------------07/19/07------07/20/07------
AZlovesPhils 07/20/07 -----------------------------------
Karin und Otto----07/20/07------
Griffon76---------07/20/07------07/23/07------
John&Diana--------07/21/07------
chloe-------------07/23/07------07/24/07------
Mattob------------07/24/07------07/26/07------
rno310------------07/24/07------07/25/07------
GabachaYucateca---07/24/07------
AZ Loves PhilsMalePhilippines2007-07-30 03:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJuly filers
I sent in my I-129F to the CSC on July 20. Still no NOA1. Check still not cashed. Yes, I'm feeling a little insecure at this moment. I will be woried if the check is not cashed after 2 weeks. I have seen some others that did not get an NOA1 for 2 weeks. The USCIS says "U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reminds its customers that the agency’s new fee schedule is effective on Monday, July 30, 2007. Applications or petitions postmarked or otherwise filed on or after that date must include the new fee." I think we are safe but I do feel a bit uneasy. I'm keeping my fingers crossed and keeping an eye on my checking account. I do wonder if there is a flood of petitions coming in with people trying to beat the rush. Good luck to all!!
AZ Loves PhilsMalePhilippines2007-07-30 03:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs it the Approval notice???
Congratulations
MuuuuahFemaleUnited Kingdom2007-03-25 21:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow long
Thanks Euro!! I think I have a copy of it that he emailed me since it had to be translated. It's less than a year old, so hopefully will be ok. :P

I just got through to the NVC and spoke with the nicest lady! She said that the I-864 was sent yesterday and the DS230 (i think thats it) was sent on 2-27 to 3-3 so I should get it anyday now woo hoo i feel like things are finally moving along!!

:dance: :dance: :dance:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-07 13:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow long
Hi! Hopefully someone can help me out :) I mailed my $70 fee for the I-864 on Feb 15. The NVC number (last week) said that the DS3032 choice of agent was recv'd. (We did the email) and that my forms would be sent within the next couple weeks. How long does it normally take? I am going to have my hubby fill out the DS-230 and mail it to me now. That way once I get he papers from NVC, I can go ahead and just send them off with the barcode. Does this sound right? :help:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-07 12:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInstant Prepaid Phone Cards
Hey guys :) Just something I found out recently. If you you a card that is desinged for Mexico, you get about 35 Mins for $5. No connection fee! I use Eltoro Classic to call my husband when he is in PI. You can usually find them at your local convience store.
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-08 17:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Automated doesn't work
Hi Again!!

Yep I finally got through to the operator. Earlier all it would do is hang up on me!! Meanies!! I did ask the lady when she thought it might be resolved and she said " What you don't like talking to us? Ha ha Well I have no clue when it will be working again" WOW I was amazed, she was really nice!! So!! Hopefully it won't be too long. I usually call at 4a when I wake up ha ha i miss the automated anytime system :yes:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-07 13:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Automated doesn't work
LOOKS LIKE THE AUTOMATED SYSTEM IS WORKING :) 3 MIN WAIT TO SPEAK WITH AN OPERATOR :)
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-07 12:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Automated doesn't work
Hi Rose!

Thanks! I hope you get good news too!! Ahh I wish this was over! I am so lost! I think they missed sending me some papers. I will keep trying all day, I have em on redial he he :)

Joye
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-07 12:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Automated doesn't work
:unsure: I have been trying to get through for the last 3 days and not able to. I press one for english, and it hangs up. Anyone else having the same problems?
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-07 12:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 - Don't Know Parents DOB - What to do?
Ahh wow to find this post is perfect timing! My husband does not know the date of either of his parents b-day. He is going to write unknown and the year of their death. I was going to post this question this morning, only to find it already here! Thanks guys!!!
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-03-27 10:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864
:lol: Well, I just double checked my return and it actually says $16,502 gross earnings LOL I made it by $2. However, I do see where they didn't put in 2 small W2's either!!!! So, that will only bump up my earnings to about 19k. I am calling HandR block today and see why they were not included. Looks like they will need to amend my return!!! UGH
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-04 11:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864
Well, don't they take into account that I didn't work a full year? I have a letter from my employer with length of time and wages. I work for the state of AZ. I am only about $500 off. I am going to send an email to the embassy to explain and see what they say. A co-sponsor is not an option since I have no family. I can include the last 3 years without a problem, to show that that is the only year that I didn't make the 16,500. I will keep you posted.

Joye
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-04 10:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864
Hi!! I sent for my tax transcripts last friday and got them on saturday (Faster than I thought) I have the transripts for 2003-2005. However since I came back to the US in February and didn't get a full time job until March, I only have 16,032 showing for the year. However i make 26k right now. Does this mean that I will need a co-sponsor? I have absolutely no one that can co-sponsor. Or, can I simply right a letter explaining why I don't show that much income? :help:

Thank you so much!!!
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-03 10:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 to IR-1
Woohoo!! Thanks guys!! I figured there might be some more forms to fill out! :wacko: Glad that its just "done"! I will let my husband know on point of entry! :no: I can't wait till then woohoo!!
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-04 13:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 to IR-1
My husband will be having his interview later this summer. ( I hope) In May we will celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary :dance:. Are there any forms that we need to submit so that he has IR-1 status? Or does he let the Embassy know when he goes for his interview? Is there any benefit that he asks to have IR-1 status over CR-1? Sorry guys, alot of questions, I know!!

Thanks for all your help!!! (As always) :star:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-04 11:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions before starting visa process
Here is the most recent thread about working:

http://www.visajourn...?showtopic=8399

Sooo it looks like he should wait for his green card and ssn. Then off he goes :D
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-06 16:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions before starting visa process
Hi!! Looks like you are doing what I did! I came back last year to get a job and a place to live. Make sure you go and check out the guide below:

http://www.visajourn...p?showtopic=302

I am not real sure about visiting tho. I am sure someone with that knowledge will be popping in here shortly :thumbs:

For IR-1, there is a 6 month window that he can use the visa.

Yes, you can put him right to work as soon as he gets here lol, that is what I am doing with my husband ha ha :lol:

You can find the poverty guidlines in the link above :). Check with the embassy that you will be having your interview at and see how many years of tax transcript ya might need. Some only ask for 1 now, but some still want 3. For a co-sponsor it is going to depend on if you make the 125% poverty guideline.

:) I hope that was helpful

Good luck on your journey!!! (F)
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-06 15:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864... Another question
Rose, thank you so much! I agree about the ex-husband part! Well... maybe :lol:

I am going to go ahead and copy the amended return and send off all off the I-864 this coming Monday. My employer wrote a letter showing that I have been with the county since march of last year. Hopefully they understand!! I thought maybe I should go ahead and contact the embassy, but I think I will only do that if something goes wrong.

You are SO right! We are at the end of this journey! It will be over soon and we will probably look back and laugh at the few grey hairs it gave us! I guess we just keep our chin up and move along!

Keep me posted on how you are doing!!



Thank you again!
Joye
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-07 16:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864... Another question
I think when my husband goes to the interview... I will have to to the week off! Knowing me, he would get his visa and I would end up on the ceiling!! :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:

Ha ha you are wonderful!!!! :)
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-07 13:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864... Another question
Hi Meauxna, has anyone ever told you that you made their day?? YOU MADE MINE!! Ugh, you know how it is, you start to worry about the smallest things!! Thank you so much for your info!!! I really don't know what I would do without VJ and people like you!! Seriously!! It makes you feel that you are not alone ~~ Or going through this alone!! Thank you sooo much!!!

Joye
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-07 09:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864... Another question
Ahh as the time grows closer to getting all of this done. The more I find that I am worring. I have to send in an amended tax return for 2005. Do you think that I can just put a copy in with my I-864 and that will suffice or should i wait the 8 weeks that the IRS says it takes to process it and then send that in? If I send the copy now to the NVC by the time that my hubby has his interview I can send the IRS transcript. However, as of last year, I only made 19-22k. I will make about 35k with my 2 jobs for this year.

Do they base their decision mainly on this year, or last year?? I am worried to death that they will ask for a co-sponsor and I have no one. Which would mean that we would have to start the process over in another year :crying:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-06 12:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow long to process I-864?
I am with you on this on Bc_Ed! I mailed mine this morning, but I don't think it takes long for them to approve it.
In the meantime I had my husband download the DS230 and fill it out while I waited for it to arriive in the mail, then we will just attach the barcode to it and save a little bit of time! :) Not sure if that helps.

I looked around on the timelines tho, and from I can tell it doesn't take long for i-864 to be approved. :) I think you just call the NVC automated system and they will update the approval from there.
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-20 09:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTo Staple or Not To Staple
:) I was doing the same thing!! I wanted to send it in Priority.. but decided to use their envelope and priority stickers, you know just in case! I just saw your wedding dress in another post, wow beautiful!!
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-21 14:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTo Staple or Not To Staple
:P Found the info!!! This is what it says:

Federal Income Tax Returns: Complete federal tax returns with all supporting schedules for the three most recent tax years.
Each year''s returns must have all pages in the correct order and must be stapled together.

http://travel.state..../info_1329.html


So! Good news! That was what I did!! Yeah!!

Thank guys!! Seems funny to sit here and worry about staples ha ha ha :lol:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-21 10:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTo Staple or Not To Staple
:) Ok, I just stapled the W2s to the transcripts (some of the W2 are small, and I don't want them to get lost) I didn't staple anything else together, and paper clipped the actual I-864 pages together.. Just stuck in the outgoing mailbox :dance: :dance:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-20 09:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTo Staple or Not To Staple
Thanks Euro!!! Woohoo! I am so glad to get this package in the mail :) What a headache!! Ok, I'm going to go dance around the office :dance: :dance: :dance:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-20 09:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTo Staple or Not To Staple
:dance: :dance: I'm FINALLY mailing my I-864 today!! My question is this: When you submitted your tax forms, did you staple the W2 to the transcript? I know stupid question, but I don't want anything to get lost :) I am so excited about even mailing it! :P
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-20 09:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS230 Passport Photo
Hi Umar!! for the DS230 I had my husband download the form and fill it out and then mail it to me. It saved a bit of time, since when I recv'd it from him, I also recv'd it from the NVC with the barcoded coversheet. So I mailed it out on Friday. Looks like they got the DS230 and I-864 this morning. If you need help with the DS230 feel free to message me or if you IM me I can give you my email address.

We are getting close!! :dance:
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-24 09:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS230 Passport Photo
:dance: I am so excited that the paperwork (well on my end) is all DONE!! LOL I am hoping for a quick trip through NVC :) I have my fingers crossed! Although right now, since he is from Iran, it may take a bit longer but I hope not!! :unsure:

Thank goodness for VJ members like you Euro!!

Joye
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-21 11:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS230 Passport Photo
Yeash! Thanks Euro!! I have a copy of his passport!! Thank goodness! Now I will go put it back in the outgoing mail slot :dance: THANK YOU THANK YOU
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-21 11:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS230 Passport Photo
Just a quick question, do I need to attach a passport photo to the ds230?? I am trying to get it mailed today.. and everywhere there seems to be different information!!

THanks!!
joyeannNot TellingIran2006-04-21 10:38:00