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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
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Jen and Gabriel,

After reading this post, I wanted to weigh in again briefly. First, you seem very articulate and persuasive in describing your relationship, and very much in love. I think we all wish you the best. I have to say that I am absolutely not judging you, and your life is yours to do as you please. All I wanted to do was share a parental perspective with you. Although you are not bound to explain yourself to anybody, you will be happy later on if you do. I was making reference earlier to what your parents (Jen) might think and feel, rather than how tough it is for you to tell them. If you walk in their shoes for a minute, and try to see yourselves through their eyes - you may understand how your comments above would scare them to death - persuasive as they may be. Trust me on this, your struggle and tears will be well spent invested in communicating with them now. Again, the best of luck to you.


Yeah, I can see what you mean. Ideally, that's the way I wanted it to happen. Which is why I asked Gabriel (even though he assured me there was almost no chance) to try for the Tourist Visa. And, like he predicted, January 8th he was denied. That pretty much threw a wrench in our plans because what I wanted so much was for them to meet him.

As a parent, would you rather hear 6 or 12 months out that your daughter is formally engaged to a man you've never met or meet him and soon after have both your daughter and her fiance-to-be announce it together followed by detailed plans?

[I feel like I'm sounding really defensive huh.gif , I'm not meaning to, I just genuinely want to know what you would rather experience as a parent. helpsmilie.gif Here's my thing- they'll either 1) Feel left out because I'm committing myself to someone they've never even met before and haven't given the chance to give me their stamp of approval or 2) Feel left out in the way that after hearing our plans know that we have been planning it for a while (if this is the case though, I still think they'd feel some pride and look at us a a mature, realistic couple]
Thanks for the feedback good.gif

GJenMaleVenezuela2009-02-01 23:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
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My lame a$$ lawyer does this. I did a reverse lookup.


Seems like a pretty good idea, wouldn't that make his a smartass lawyer? tongue.gif
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-02-01 13:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 1 2009, 09:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Jen and Gabriel,

Speaking as a parent of two (the eldest is your age), I think Jen's mom and dad may be concerned in part because you are both so young. I don't know anything about Gabriel's culture, but here so many young people make mistakes with their first try at marriage, any parent would be concerned. If you haven't already, you might talk about a stronger sense of commitment/lower divorce rate in his culture (if that is true), or his parents showing him a very strong model of commitment, etc. Things that would calm them. Once they are comfortable with the idea many parents take great pride in announcing their kids engagement. Believe me, you want them comfortable and on your side - life together will bring you enough challenges without the stress of them opposing the match. You will need their support too, and they be be offended and hurt if they think you hid this from them and didn't trust them as much as you did Gabriel's family.


I appreciate your response. It was definitely a difficult decision to make. Anytime I attempted to tell them, it only ended in me crying uncontrollably! I think there are three factors in why our age won't be something that will break us up, but bring us closer together:
1) We made all of our mistakes early! smile.gif I think we're old souls, done with the party scene and ready to take the next step.
2) We have been exclusive for over 3 1/2 years. We know each other like the back of our hand, yet we haven't gotten to spend that much quality time together. The time we did spend together and even apart we learned an enormous amount about the each other, we just missed out on all the fun things, holding hands, going on dates, etc. We've been able to handle all this not so fun stuff without being able to balance it out with those little things that so many people take forgranted. I think it's our turn to get a little bit of that balance.
3) I can already see our little bilingual babies running around! biggrin.gif But at the same time, I want us to enjoy being married and life as newlyweds(while saving up to add on to the family) So I think we should get married as soon as possible so that we can start building a family a couple years or so down the road.


Another factor is that my parents (especially my mom) are in no way, shape, or form ready to let go. I love them to death and I'm especially close to my mom, but there's no way to ease them into it. Whether I tell them a year in advance or a couple months before, it's not going to make it any less difficult for them. Maybe even telling them a year in advance would just make her worry more.
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-02-01 12:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
Hi everyone

This is Gabriel (beneficiary) , We both wish we could tell them, but our situation makes it difficult. Danu you are right when you say "they think you dont get to know someone unless you spend a lot of time with them", being in a long distance relationship taught me that you can actually learn a lot about someone, even though you are miles away, but that's something her parents dont understand and they see our relationship as a fantasy, which is frustrating sad.gif . I think one thing that makes this difficult for them to accept it is the fact that they don't know me yet, sometimes we email back and forth but that's it -- that's the difference between my family and hers, my girlfriend has been here before and my family knows her and loves her a lot and it was pretty easy for them to accept it (they also thought it was a fantasy before they met her dry.gif ) so I think ME being able to go there and talk to them face to face about our future will show them that this is real and this is something we can carry out and that they have nothing to worry about. So we have thought this through and we do know why we are not telling them yet! and well nobody knows my future in-laws better than my girlfriend so I guess that's why we decided not to tell them YET.... maybe after they meet me they will realize they love me kicking.gif and accept me in their family with open arms biggrin.gif

So we'll go with the UPS Mailbox, and I'll just pray it all works out perfectly..

Thank y'all for your answers they are really helpful!....
Good luck

QUOTE (Danu @ Jan 31 2009, 11:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I guess it all depends on your parents though. I told mine, and in a way I almost wish I didnt sometimes as they go back and forth between being happy for me and asking why we didnt do something different instead of deciding to get married. I know they are just concerned because I have been hurt before and they are under the impression that you can't get to know someone unless you spend a lot...LOT of time in person with them, when we know that a lot of us have better relationships with our SO's because we need to communicate to make the LD thing work out. All my best to you! I hope when they do find out that they are more happy then concerned, but no matter what they say, follow your heart and know they mean the best for you.

Edited by GJen, 31 January 2009 - 11:05 PM.

GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-31 23:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
QUOTE (inGODShands @ Jan 31 2009, 11:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Why on Earth would you want to keep it from them? You're gonna eventually marry this guy. I would just be open with them about it. It's not so bad once you get it out in the open. When I first told my parents about our relationship I thought they'd freak & take a while to accept it, but to my surprise... their initial reaction was the EXACT OPPOSITE! biggrin.gif They LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE my fiance! They have been nothing but supportive of our relationship since they found out! biggrin.gif God bless them! biggrin.gif I know it seems difficult just thinking about HOW you should go about doing it, but once you get it out in the open... things will be sooooooooooooo much better! biggrin.gif I wish you the best of luck & ALL the happiness in the world! biggrin.gif God bless! biggrin.gif


QUOTE (GJen @ Jan 31 2009, 12:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What can I(Jen, USC) do to make sure nothing would be sent to my current address so as not to risk them finding out before I tell them? whistling.gif



They know all about our relationship. They've talked to him and seen pictures of him, everything short of meeting him in person (though we tried and were rejected the Tourist Visa). We've been exclusive for over 3 and a half years and already know we plan on getting married. So it's not like it would be coming out of the blue or anything. I just... I'm sure they'd come to me a million reasons not to, one of them being we're "rushing into things" (still no idea how they could consider 3 and a half years "rushing"..) I just think it would be nice if they met him and saw that he's more than just my cell phone or my laptop, he's my future.smile.gif What better way to do that than by us announcing it together?
~Jen,USC

Edited by GJen, 31 January 2009 - 10:53 PM.

GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-31 22:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
QUOTE (Yader&Sarah @ Jan 31 2009, 02:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm not sure that I have direct answer for you original quesion and I apologize in advance for the indirect response
...but I can tell you, being a 'crazy person' myself, I had planned to not officially tell anyone that we were engaged until he got here (aside from my parents and some close friends---i REALLY needed/need their support), and it just didn't happen.

Why? Because, although I know I was the favorite topic of family gatherings and high school friend reunions for a loong time, now, that we are within a couple weeks of him finally! getting here (interview Feb 13), after nearly 2 years, people are finally used to the idea and somewhat ready for it. Whereas, if I had just been like 'surprise here he is, and we are getting married in 3 months!' I think that would have been much harder. Just because in that case, I would have been bringing him into a situation that he would not feel welcome, along with the culture shock, missing his family, and language barriers he is already gauranteed to experience.

I'm not saying that everything will be perfect, but as it is, my skeptical family and friends have had over a year to 'get used to the idea' and have witnessed our dedication as they watch us struggle through this K-1 process (I've been giving milestone updates). This has given them the chance accept our relationship as valid on their own terms. Obviously, it is not about them, but they are a part of my life and I would love for them to be a part of my fiance's life as well.

As I said, this does not answer your question. I just thought I would share my own experience of 'deciding to tell or not, ' well, this process makes you feel alone and alienated as it is, and in end when it came to included those who were skeptical (although it was hard), I'm glad I did.



Thanks! I appreciate your advice! As much as I would love to tell them, we're going to need to go ahead and start the process to show them that we're serious about this. They definitely won't be shocked about hearing we're getting married (they already know we plan to do that) they'll just be shocked that we're so prepared and ready to make it happen, which I think will be a good kind of shock. smile.gif
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-31 16:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to keep the K-1 process a secret from my parents while I'm living with them?
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Yes


kicking.gif Thanks! kicking.gif

Edited by GJen, 31 January 2009 - 04:51 PM.

GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-31 16:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresonline relationship vs. having met in person
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Jan 29 2009, 07:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (tprak714 @ Jan 29 2009, 04:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We've been romancing for only about 8 months online and we haven't even met each other yet, in person. I want to go ahead and file the I-129F without proof of having met in person. I want to bring her from Cambodia to marry in the states. Should I start the application now? Any thought would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.


I'm sure we would all appreciate you donating $455 to USCIS. You'll get nothing for it but a lesson in reading instructions on government forms.

You may file this petition if:

2. You and your fiancé(e) intend to marry within 90 days of your fiancé(e) entering the United States, and are both free to marry, and have met in person within two years before your filing of this petition unless:

You can read the "unlesses" yourself but the interpretation is unless you are under a legitimate doctor's orders not to fly, your petition would be rejected without refund.

Seconded good.gif . Except you want to donate your hard earned cash to Uscis.
Beautiful_yearsFemale02009-01-30 06:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDeath of Fiancee
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you.
Be strong!
Beautiful_yearsFemale02009-02-06 05:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplication Denied
I'm so sorry to hear this. I would have never sent the petition without the basic required documents in my hands. Why did you guys decide to use a lawyer instead of do-it-yourself? I would think that the lawyer should give you a refund on his fees and the filing fees because the instructions CLEARLY state that divorce decree(s) should be sent with the forms.

You may also have the right to appeal the denial...but I am by far no expert. I'm sure they will be along shortly. Best of luck on your journey.
jawi876FemaleJamaica2008-12-24 00:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRFE HELP ASAP!!
Glad I could help. good.gif Best of luck on your journey.
jawi876FemaleJamaica2009-01-24 01:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRFE HELP ASAP!!
It sounds like you did not include a description of meeting within the last two years. It is question 18a on the I129F. For most couples, the small space on the form is not enough room to satisfy the requirements. You should type a one-page letter detailing how you met in person within the last two years...supporting dates in the letter with corresponding airline tickets/passport stamps and pictures.
jawi876FemaleJamaica2009-01-23 12:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance visa
Hi

So I'm about to start the whole Fiance visa process and I'm really scared and worried. Some people have told me the fiance visa should be my last option, that it takes so long and sometimes you don't even get it approved, is that true? I also want to know if I really need to have an attorney to help me with the whole process and paperwork or if it is not really necessary.

Thanks for all the information you can give me.
GJenMaleVenezuela2008-12-09 22:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnot meeting financial support requirement??
Hello everyone

So I have been reading all the requirements for the K1, so it said my fiance has to have an income above 125% poverty line? right? and that she would have to send them proof of a steady job and income, and taxes for the past three years, but the thing is that she just finished school last year so she's had a steady job only for a year now and she has never paid taxes before since she was in a school, She will pay taxes this coming January though. So my question is: Is that going to affect the whole process? she said she could send them a letter showing them that she was in a school for the past 2 years and that's why she didn't pay taxes but I'm not sure if that's gonna work. Do you think it'd be a better idea if we find a co-sponsor?

thanks for your help

GJenMaleVenezuela2008-12-11 10:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTOURIST VISA AND FIANCE VISA
hello everyone

Okay so we are planning on applying for Fiance visa, but before I apply for it I'm applying for a Tourist visa, I already have an appointment scheduled for the 9th of January. My Question is, in case my Tourist visa is denied, can I apply for the fiance visa right away? or do I have to wait certain time until I can apply for any visa again?

Thank you so much
GJenMaleVenezuela2008-12-15 08:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMedical test
QUOTE (Smallz @ Dec 27 2008, 12:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The beneficiary will have to have a full medical examination prior to an interview at the US Embassy.


but waht kind of tests? like AIDS and stuff like that?

GJenMaleVenezuela2008-12-26 23:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMedical test
what kind of medical test do you have to take when you apply for the fiance visa?
GJenMaleVenezuela2008-12-26 22:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresis applying for fiance visa really worth it?
Wow Thank you all for your responses, I didn't think so many people were gonna answer this thread smile.gif

I do love my fiance so it's not like I was hesitating to go through the process because I was not sure of our love or if she was not really worth all the effort and money I'll put into this process, She IS totally worth it so don't get me wrong, I was just wondering if this process actually had a good happy ending. I guess I didnt explain myself so well!

I have heard from two of my close friends that it's not worth it because I think they got it denied or something and then they tried to get the K3, but it also took too long so now they are moving to China (Yes, such a huge change) So that's all I was asking if this actually worked for most people here.

well I also posted this thread to see if I could have some answers from people who went through the process dealing with the embassy in Venezuela, I'm not sure how it all works but I thought maybe this process would be affected also by the country the embassy is located, like maybe the same limitation or restrictions the USA Embassy has in Venezuela are not the same as in England y'know? (just an example). I have heard about "high fraud countries" and how the USA Embassy has so many restriction for them and how they deny more visas to these countries than others, that's also why I was asking this question, maybe for other people from different countries the fiance visa is actually a piece of cake but maybe for others it's just a disappointment so I was wondering what it is like in Venezuela ANYWAY I think I'm rambling on now ! sorry

oh one more thing, I do not plan on getting a tourist visa and get into the United States of America and attempt to change my status there, I do think it's illegal and I don't want my love story be based on some illigal froud.. since changing status is not the real purpose of the tourist visa

So anyway thank yall and if you have any other comments keep posting smile.gif


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Hello

I'm from Venezuela and my fiance and I are planning on applying for fiance visa in a couple of weeks. So far I have heard of two friends of mine who have tried to get the fiance visa. They all said it was just a waste of money, that they waited and waited and they never got an answer and they also spent so much money on it. So My Question is: Is it really worth it to apply for a fiance visa? It would be great if anyone from Venezuela who is going/went through the process let me know their point of view of Fiance visa. Thank you so much!


The short answer is yes. What's your alternative?


A lot of people are coming up from South and Central America and crossing the border illegally.

They have anchor babies, hoping they can stay in USA.

A lot of cities in USA are now Sanctuary Cities, and Illegals are given safety in these cities, which is insane to me...


What on earth does your post have to do with the OP's? He's asking about the benefit of applying for a K1 and you are talking about illegals from SA and CA....


The question was "What's your alternatives?

Read the questions and comments before making an off hand remark next time, Thanks.......


Um, considering this forum does not condone giving advice for illegal immigration, and what he suggested is illegal, I think it was a valid question, don't you?


GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-05 14:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresis applying for fiance visa really worth it?
Hello

I'm from Venezuela and my fiance and I are planning on applying for fiance visa in a couple of weeks. So far I have heard of two friends of mine who have tried to get the fiance visa. They all said it was just a waste of money, that they waited and waited and they never got an answer and they also spent so much money on it. So My Question is: Is it really worth it to apply for a fiance visa? It would be great if anyone from Venezuela who is going/went through the process let me know their point of view of Fiance visa. Thank you so much!
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-03 18:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 and I-134
Hello

in what case would someone need to fill out I-864 rather than a I-134?
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-17 21:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures?-Please Correct Me If I'm Wrong-?
I am a U.S. citizen who would like to petition a Fiance Visa for my fiance who is a Venezuelan National.

For the K1 Fiance Visa: I, being the U.S. citizen, am the petitioner. I will fill out the I-129F packet and send it off to USCIS, then wait to hear back from then. Once we have an interview scheduled, I will need to submit a I-134 in which I, the sponsor, will be required to have a yearly income that meets the requirement of 100% above the poverty line for a one 1 person household.

Once we are married, we will file for Adustment of Status, in which case, my husband and my combined income will need to meet 125% of a 2 person household.


Is this correct?!
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-18 21:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A
Hello

I'm filling out the form G-325A, this is probably a dumb question, but I'm sort of confused. In the blank space where they ask my name, they only ask for one family name, but I actually use Two, My mom's and my Father's last name, So which one should I put in family name?, I thought I would only need to put my Father's name, if so, should I put my mother's where it says "All Other names Used".

Thank you.
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-27 17:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLet's say I lost my birth certificate....
QUOTE (HelloWorld08 @ Jan 27 2009, 09:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
you will need to get a certified copy


Thanks for the reply! Would a certified copy work as my "original" birth certificate for the K1/1-129F?
GJenMaleVenezuela2009-01-27 22:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone...seen, heard or experienced this?
Now that's new, it good to know these thinks, thanks for sharing.
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-11-05 09:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie here, looking for advice on me (US citizen) marrying an Indonesian citizen
I think both response hits the nail at the spot, but you have to consider the timing and processes you will have to go through in indonesia as well as with uscis.
But from my point of view, i think it would be a lot easier to file for the k1 which has a shorter processing time, let her come here, you get married, file the papers as soon as she gets here, then wait to get advanced parole with which you can both travel back to indonesia. Timelines shows that it takes between 30 to 90days to get advanced parole.
With that in hand you can plan for a ceremony and invite friends and family over either here in the usa or there in indonesia.
My visa application and processing took approximately 8months.
I got here July, got married August, filed for AOS/EAD/AP september 12th, iv got notice of action on all three, now waiting to see how long it will take to get advanced parole.
I got married here alone which was kinda sad because i wanted my family and friends to be here. But in all truth, it hasnt been too long a wait especially now that im with my love. Being here together and waiting together makes it easier.
My Relatives, husbands family etc are having a ceremony here for me soon and at same time we are making plans to go back home where i come from to have a traditional ceremony so it even turned out better than i expected and was worth the while.
My friends and family from here who would wish to attend are free to come too.
So check the guides, the time frames, the hassles from uscis and getting married in indonesia.
Whatever works for you is best.
Welcome to vj and one thing iv learnt here is that love truely works!
God speed to all honest hearted ones like us.
Beauty....
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-09-25 07:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBad News
QUOTE (maliciant @ Nov 11 2008, 09:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'd request the expedite, the worst case is they say no, but I think there is a good chance they'd say yes.

i agree with you, the worse case they ll say no but its worth trying, who knows? Afterall you have a good reason to want to be here.
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-11-12 06:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmy friends idea
Captial Fraud... advice them not to, the prices of aftermath effects ....too high and risky just to save a couple of $$$
Tell her to follow your lead... you are on the right track.
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-11-08 05:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresred flag
sorry i really dont have much info to give but wait, someone will definitely come along to attend to you, but if i was uscis... marriage, citizenship, divorce and then immediately a petition for fiance, il look at the records twice.
That doesnt mean you wont be granted if qualified, alternatively why not wait it out a little?
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-11-12 06:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresage diference?
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Dec 4 2008, 10:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Dec 4 2008, 06:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The offensive posts, and those referring to them, have been removed.

No matter your opinion on the matter, it is against the TOS to verbally attack another member of this website.

Please try to be respectful to all in your replies.

To the OP, that age factor does not always come into play but it really matters what Embassy you are going through as not all are created equally. Your significant age difference, and the fact that your fiance is so young, may very well play into the CO's decision. There will be much higher scrutiny involved at a high fraud Embassy. More details are needed to get a more accurate answer.


I would expect three additional kinds of scrutiny. One for the bona fide ongoing relationship issue which multiple visits tends to satisfy. A second may well be an investigation of whether your relationship was a bit too "bona fide" prior to her 18th birthday, so be prepared. Third or actually integral to the first two will be the issue of how you met. There are various "meeting" possibilities that could be reasons for denial outright or just raise additional red flags. Other than that, Manila is accustomed to seeing large age differences and that in and of itself is not a legitimate reason for denial.

I copy you on this one, cos if you have been dating over a year she would have been a minor then, still they are just red flags! goodluck on your visa journey.
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-12-04 16:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie
Hey welcome here, goodluck on your journey
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-12-05 10:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow bad is this?
As long as you are through with the divorce and legally able to marry why not?
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-12-11 09:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescancelling of k1 petition
If you are certain there is no working it out then call uscis, book an appointment then go with a written note to cancel and go with your notifications so you ll have case number etc.
Sorry it didnt work out and better luck next time! rose.gif
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-12-14 07:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone been approved for K1 with only one visit
QUOTE (mstamiz2much @ Dec 16 2008, 02:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have a question...I know the requirements for the K1 is that you only have to met your SO once within the past 2 years...I know it also looks better the more visits you have to see your SO... Im filing the end of December and am trying to go back in March to see my SO again, but if something happens and not able to go financially then (before interview comes) wanting to know if that lowers our chances of being approved...I was just wondering has anyone been approved just going once to see their SO on the K1?...

In this case.... once is enough, but if you have time to go again, added bonus!
Beautiful_yearsFemale02008-12-17 05:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHello all (new user)
Welcome aboard vj.
Beautiful_yearsFemale02009-01-22 10:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP!! Need Info Jamaica Embassy interview in 2 weeks

Hello -

Our interview dat is in 2 weeks and I just wanted to know if I needed to complete an affidavit of support? The consulate did not request one, but I read that it is good to complete. Also, does anyone know how long it takes to recieve the police certificate ? and how much it cost? Lastly, how much does the ds156k cost to complete I've read $100.00 and $300.



Denise,
My husband's interview has not been scheduled. However, my lawyer compiled the following-
DS-156K (You'll need two copies). Copy and paste the link. Upon completion the system will generate a barcode on the DS-156.
http://www.state.gov...ation/82063.pdf

Complete DS-157 (Just in case).
http://www.state.gov...ation/79964.pdf


A visa application fee of $100 U.S. dollars must be paid (in Jamaican dollars at the exchange rate set by the U.S. Embassy) for the NIV interview. For Jamaican and Caymani residents, you may pay this fee through your local Paymaster Jamaica Limited branch. For residents of other nations, you may pay this fee at the cashier’s window in the U.S. Embassy on the morning of your appointment.

Also, bring the last three years of your tax returns and W-2's, a letter from your employer (on company letterhead) stating your hire date, salary, & job title), pay stubs (as current as possible), and bank statements for the last three months.

Regards,

Mrs. Scott







I suggest that you do the same.

Affidavid
Black VelvetFemale02007-07-24 20:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresjust starting visa process
QUOTE (thill67 @ Sep 23 2007, 04:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey all. My girlfriend, soon to be fiancee, and I are just beginning the Visa journey. She is Canadian, works in the home health care field, and will likely be getting laid off at the end of February 2008. She could potentially find another job in Canada after February, but it sure seems as though this would be a great time to have her move to the States. We have known each other for 3+ years, been dating for over a year, and I will ask for her hand in marriage (again, this time with a ring!) here very soon (meeting the folks in a few weeks! She still doesn't know exactly when!). She will be going to school here in the States (if all goes well) upon entry, as a LPN (nurse) or nurse's aide (initially). We are confused as to the best options for Visa application, K-1 fiance, K-3 marriage, or possibly even educational visa. We obviously want to be completely up front about the situation and how to best work through the Visa process. Any comments or suggestions as to the best course? In actuality, we are already engaged, I'm a bit old fashioned and will ask her again with a ring (money's been tight until recently). We are planning to get married, though no date set as of yet, in the early Spring to mid Summer of 2008. Any guidance would be most appreciated!


My advice is to go the K-1 route. It is much faster than the CR-1 or K-3 process. I filed for my husband last November, and we are still awaiting an interview. At any rate, good luck!
Black VelvetFemale02007-09-23 16:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGetting an interview
QUOTE (Nicky Salmon @ Sep 28 2007, 02:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Does anyone know a way to get your interview scheduled quickly. All this waiting is killing me. I am looking at other people who have interviews scheduled and am getting depressed. My process is almost complete if we can just get a interview. Is bribbery still against the law smile.gif


Nicky Salmon,
Clairern is correct. The Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica will schedule your fiance's interview. Please visit the Yardie Part 4 Thread. There are tons of folks that have been through the process. In my case, I am still waiting to be scheduled for an interview (K3). K-1 Visas get processed more quickly than others. I filed for my husband (November 2006). Yet, we are still waiting. Check out VJ Members (JA Love or Future Mrs) time line. That will give you a better understanding of the time frame as it relates to Jamaica. PLEASE CORRECT YOUR PROFILE TO REFLECT THE TYPE OF VISA THAT YOU ARE APPLYING FOR (K1). AOS means adjustment of status. Good luck!
Black VelvetFemale02007-09-28 17:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat does the pack 3 contain?
QUOTE (CHRISAND @ Nov 11 2007, 06:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (BRIAN AND ISA @ Nov 10 2007, 04:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congratulations. Packet #3 & #4 come together for those in Peru. You need to fill out all of the required forms for the interview and just send the Biographical page back to the Embassy as soon as possible. Schedule you medical exam with the 3 approved doctors. If you go into the Emabassy Info section here on Visajourney you can get a lot of information for the interview. Congrats and good luck, let us know if you need any more information.

I'M A CITIZEN AMERICAN, PETIONING FOR MY HUSBAND IN PERU , I'M PERUVIAN TOO , BUT MY QUESTION IS IF I MUST BE THERE FOR THE INTERVIEW,THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP good.gif


No, the citizen is not required to attend the interview. However, I strongly recommend that you go. I went with my husband, and the interview was a piece of cake. Your presence is just an example of the love you share for your spouse.
Black VelvetFemale02007-11-15 13:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSample Interview Questions Needed
QUOTE (Missy1 @ Jan 6 2008, 05:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiance is really nervous. We have been trying to think of sample interview questions that will be asked at the interview.


Missy,
Tell your fiance not to fret. The interview is just a formality. The Embassy official simply wants to know if your relationship is legitimate. Therefore, he should know all pertinent information-

Where did you meet?
How did you meet?
Your full legal name, address, phone number, names of your relatives (If he has met your family)
How do you two communicate?
How often do you visit him in Nigeria?
Has he ever been to the US?

Just tell him to think before he speaks. Repeat the question before answering. Reminder: He is not coming to the US to work nor attend school. He wants to come to America to be with his fiancee (soon-to-be wife). Good luck to the both of you. good.gif
Black VelvetFemale02008-01-06 18:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen does my fiancee need the I-134?
QUOTE (ayamani @ Jan 14 2008, 07:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone,

I've got a simple question. When does my fiancee actually need to submit
the I-134? She's gotten the packet in the mail after the NO2 from the
Consulate, but we wanted to know when the I-134 was needed by the consulate.
Is any financial support documentation before the interview? Any help would
be greatly, greatly appreciated! = ) Thank you.


Your fiancee must submit the I-134 at the time of the interview. Be sure that she has your pay stubs, W-2 (last three years), bank statements, employment letter stating date of hire, salary, etc. I was not asked to show half of the financial information. However, it is better to be over prepared. Here is the link for K-1 beneficiaries (US Embassy in New Zealand).

http://newzealand.us...cees_visas.html

Good luck! yes.gif
Black VelvetFemale02008-01-14 19:25:00