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K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswill filing bankruptcy affect ability to get visa for k-3 bride
Do you have a co-sponsor?? If not, I would suggest that you try to find one... Since you filed for bancrupcy I am assuming that you do not qualify with the required income??
christeenFemaleItaly2009-12-14 23:43:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMore DS-230 Confusion
My question exactly... If you live in Thailand you would be better served to do DCF if possible... Also, I am not sure why you chose K3 as its use is pretty much obsolete since the processing times are nearly the same and it has the benefit of getting the GC upon entry with no AOS, be able to work, drive etc...

I would seriously look into the CR1 and compare the two, (there is an entire wiki section dedicated to this as well as NUMEROUS postings as to the benefits)

Not sure how the gifting works and I would declare her as a homemaker
christeenFemaleItaly2009-12-28 15:11:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 Visa
DO NOT bother with a K3... It is a giant waste of $$$ and effort... You want the CR1 .... The process takes about 6-9 months and she will get the Green Card upon entry and be able to work etc... With the K3, it is not any quicker, costs double and you cannot work or travel right away... Pretty much an obsolete visa...

If you check out the guides for CR1 you get an idea of what you need to start... And if you use this site and the guides it is much quicker than a lawyer (since you dont seem to have too many "issues" that would need a lawyer to sift through... save your $$$ and use this site)...

Good luck and welcome!
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-06 17:06:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130...I-129F? Confused Newbie!
If you have a straight-forward case then you can use this site and not bother with the lawyer :thumbs: Afterall nobody cares more about your case then you...

Yes, the CR-1 is the I-130. Upon approval they put the visa in your passport and you have 6 months from that date to activate it. It is activated by crossing into the USA... With the CR-1 you get a conditional green card that is good for 2 years (if by the time you enter you have been married for 2 years, you will automatically get the IR1, wich gives you the 10 year unconditional green card, they are both the I-130 forms to start with)...

With the CR1/IR visas, you can come and go from the US as you wish. The CR1 will however require you to file for removal of conditions about 90 days before the 2 year mark...

Just read up on the CR1 guides and they will get you started... Good luck...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-09 15:57:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130...I-129F? Confused Newbie!
the K3 is a waste of time and $$ and requires a whole lotta hassle and $$$ once you arrive as you have to apply for adjustment of status, cannot work etc... The CR1 is a FAR superior visa... Also, filing the 129 (which is for the K3) can hold up the approval for the CR1 cince they hold your CR1 application (I-130) until the other one catches up... K'3s are pretty much obsolete now...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-09 15:38:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 and K-3 visa -- need help please
the CR1 is definitely the best bet. I don't even know why they have the K3 process...it sounds good, like it will get you together quicker but the CR1 always gets processed faster...you see it all over this site in the timelines. The K3's are just clogging up the system and making everything slower. They really need to revamp their system...big time!!! K3 is Obsolete!!!

It is true that with the CR1 its better...because yes, your spouse will come here as a legal permanent resident...but if you have not been married for at least 2 years when the visa is issued, your spouse will be a "conditional" permanent resident. Once your spouse comes here and is in the US...90 days prior to the 2 year anniversary of entering the US you will have to file a form to have the conditions lifted so that your spouse can then become a legal "permanent" resident...period. As a conditional resident your spouse can work, get a ssn and card, etc....its the same...but you just have to do one more step to get the "conditions" lifted when you come near the 2 year anniversary of being in the US.

The K3 does not allow you to work, takes about the same amount of time, costs double, requires that you go through a complete Adjustment of Status Process here in the USA, cannot get a Drivers Licence etc, etc... I say dont even bother slowing down your I-130 application with the K3,just go for the Gold!

Hope that helps.

As far as visiting... You can visit but as they said, you have to prove a complelling reason to go back to Denmark (work, house, family) etc... Just bring this proof to the airport and when/if the border control officer asks, just explain to them why you MUST return to Denmark and cannot stay in the USA (they are afraid that you will come over here for a visit and try to adjust status while here)... But many have come and visited without any issues from VWP countries
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-12 17:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresk1 X k3
If you get married, dont bother with K3, go for the CR1, you can work, get green card, drivers licence immediatly when your SO enters and it takes about the same amount of time as the K3...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-12 20:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 APPROVED!!!
Congrats, but can you fill in your timeline to help others still in the process???? :time: :time:
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-13 23:58:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdvice for Pre-K3 / Planning Visit to US
I agree... Cat + Fiance + no ties to Canada = denied entry at border... Traveling with the cat is a GIANT RED FLAG.... You go and pick up the cat OR have the cat sent over... I would also definetly look into have a family member travel with her that has ties to Canada...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-01-13 17:06:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat to do? K3 is gone!
A K3 will NOT get your wife here ASAP!!! There is NO WAY to get your spouse here ASAP (or we all would have don that!!!) Regardless, you are looking at between 5-9 months for either petition... Unless there are severe medical issues or military, you normally will not qualify for an expedite... The K3 IS NOT an expedite... and it processes in nearly the same time as the CR1.
christeenFemaleItaly2010-02-20 10:45:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion?
No shame in getting your hands dirty to make a living... (FYI, my plumber drives an BMW so he seems to be doin just fine) She WILL find out because you have to list your employers on the paperwork... Start out on an honest footing and tell her... Besides, there are more jobs now for trades and Blue collar than white collar!!

Edited by christeen, 23 February 2010 - 05:25 PM.

christeenFemaleItaly2010-02-23 17:24:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresk-3 to IR1
if your k-3 gets called first for the interview, then yes, I would inform the consulate that you have completed the IR1 at NVC and ask if they can request the file and process you for the interview... this is up to the consulate... but by all means, request this to them
christeenFemaleItaly2010-02-26 22:10:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresImportant notice about k3 visa
I am not sure how the thinking is on how this will delay the USCIS process... As it stood anyway, the I-130 was pulled from the que when the I-129 was filed, so for the vast majority of cases both were approved at the same time... So in theory, this should speed up the process at USCIS since they will not be processing 2 full set of documents and different applications.

NVC is a fairly quick process as long as you have your info together and required documents... These are the same documents (with the exception to the I-134 versus 864, but in essence they are very similar forms and require basically the same information) that you would be turning in to the Embassy, but instead you are turning it in to NVC...

The one complication I see is with respect to the issue of children... More research as to how this will be handled is needed...

To Christi and Ian, the wait for greencard production comes AFTER you have entered the USA and activated the visa. The visa put into the passport is virtually the same, only one states K3 the other CR or IR... The consulate after receiving the documents from NVC will interview and place a visa in the passport that you have 6 months to activate. After you enter, then and only then is the physical production of the GC started... So this change will not cause delay for GC production.

Personally I think that the K3 needed to be eliminated as it was not reuniting families faster, for which the purpose of the visa was for... They were taking nearly the same time as the CR1, costing much more for both the Govt and the immigrant families thus obsolete... However, I think they might have avoided some of this fear factor by giving notice of their intent so those people who were counting on the K3 could make adjustments... A bit hasty in implementation
christeenFemaleItaly2010-02-06 21:40:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhich to choose, K-3 vs IR-1/CR-1?

Actually, I think it's a good thing. CR-1 is processing in about the same time as the K-3 was. CR-1 is less expensive, as you don't have to pay the $1010 processing fee for AOS once she arrives, and she'll have a green card, so she'll be able to work right away if she'd like.

I wish we had gone CR-1, but hindsight is 20/20...

Christi/Ian; Glad to see you embraced the CR1 way of thinking... :devil: :jest: Not like we had to hit you over the head with it :bonk:

To OP... only CR/IR so the choice is easy... CR1s are processing in just about the same time anyway....
christeenFemaleItaly2010-02-27 23:33:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Conversation: K3 Visa
Which means that they must first unite the K3 application and the CR1 application, so the CR1 is pulled from wherever it is at and then processed with the I-129 and you lose some time because your CR1 file was pulled from its place to join the K3...

My best advice is to just go with the CR1 as it is the superior visa and not waste any time with the K3 filing...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-03-27 14:37:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresnext step after I130 is k-3?
K-3 is DEAD and being administrativly closed... Just follow the CR1 route... Dont file for the K3 it will slow you down!!!
christeenFemaleItaly2010-03-30 15:53:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresClosing the K3 process when the I-129 and I-130 is approved

HI, one Question i filed two applications i have NOA1 Date Dec 9 2009 for I-130 and NOA1 Date Dec 16 09 for 129F, my Timeline Says Based on timeline data, your I130 may be adjudicated between February 21, 2010 and March 20, 2010, but now is 3/24/2010 i dont have any case update, i check in the USCIS Website my case I-130 has been touched 3/23/2010 what this mean, thank you for you help.

If you got a touch, it means that they are looking at your file... For many, this preceeds getting an approval... Good luck...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-03-24 18:57:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresClosing the K3 process when the I-129 and I-130 is approved
Bull$hit in what USCIS operator that had to put you on hold to even find out what the hell you were talking about!!!! You can believe that person OR go with what the people here on VJ have to say and have experienced!!! Your choice! FILING THE 129 WILL SLOW YOUR I-130 DOWN!!! They pull the application out of line and put it with the newly filed I-129... Then they are approved together and the I-129 is closed and you wasted time for them to process 2 applications (knowing that only the I-130) would be used...

Its' your time to wase however so choose as you will... believe who you want... But generally the people here on VJ have a better grasp of how things ACTUALLY work, versus an operator with a script who has never went through the process
christeenFemaleItaly2010-03-21 23:16:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresClosing the K3 process when the I-129 and I-130 is approved
Don't file the I-129 for the K3, it will slow down the CR1 process... Just follow the steps for CR1... Better visa and less BS in the end
christeenFemaleItaly2010-03-13 22:48:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Help!!! On affidavit of support I-864!!!
Regardless of whether you earned any income or not YOU are the primary sponsor and MUST fill out and 864 and attach an explanation of why you were not reguired to file taxes... Your joint sponsor will also fill out an 864 with all the required documentation...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-04-09 23:44:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuickest Marriage in Europe
My suggestion would be Italy for a quick marriage... There is no residency requirement to marry in Italy. This allows foreigners to tie the knot and honeymoon in any location without long bureaucratic delays. In some cases you can arrive and get married in Italy within two days.

I got married in Italy but since he is an Italian citizen we had some paperwork... but if both parties are not Italian, it is pretty easy to marry in the communa (city hall)... You get the estratto d'matrimonio within days as well as the other documents...
christeenFemaleItaly2010-05-07 23:41:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresvisa fraud k-3
Agreed... You can go get married in the USA, then when you are ready (actually plan for filing 8-12 months before if you want to minimize time apart) then file for CR1/IR1 visa... No k3
christeenFemaleItaly2013-08-16 15:53:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-129F
Well, so others do not get the wrong idea, pleas hit the caps lock button and take off the big letters... It is very rude...
christeenFemaleItaly2013-11-19 19:02:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-3 Vs. CR-1 Visa HELP!
You are certainly free to file for the k3, however it will most probably be for naught. A ballpark is about a year and the stats they put on the govt websites are all bunk as they manipulate the stats... And lawyers who say they will mak eit shorter are liars....
christeenFemaleItaly2014-01-21 16:48:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 makes sense now again?

got my K3 visa today!

Part of the 0.01%... Rare indeed and one ofte few I have seen make it all the way! congratulations, way to prove all our advice wrong... LOL
christeenFemaleItaly2014-02-14 01:20:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs Adjustment of Status Mandatory on K3?
There was just a report of a k3 that made it to the embassy in Jamaica, but it was closed there to wait for the CR1 from NVC... But to answer your question, if you hypothetically slipped through on a fluke k3 approved, yes, you would have to file for AOS lest be out of status...
christeenFemaleItaly2014-02-13 17:02:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs it true that K3 isn't treated as an expedited form of spousal visa anymore?
You can file the zk3, it IS a valid visa... That is why the tell you to fie (and it is written on their scripts)... But it is rarely actually issued...
christeenFemaleItaly2014-02-28 14:20:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescan same one explaine this to me
Too mall, can't read what ou attached... Please type out or attach bigger...
christeenFemaleItaly2014-06-07 10:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionmy checklist to hopefully end 221g process
QUOTE (Free Jerusalem @ Oct 14 2009, 12:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
should i send everyone the same format for bona fide relationship? Or should i have them do their own thing as long as they follow the guide lines of having their complete names and address and all that ?

Since you are worried about them looking fake, I would definetly let them do their own thing... Just have them sign it and put their info at the bottom... As far as going back to school, if you have not enrolled or applied for financial aid, I dont think you can "prove" to them your intentions... I have intentions to get back in my skinny jeans, but cant provide proof that I will!!!...lol... jest.gif
christeenFemaleItaly2009-10-13 23:14:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionmy checklist to hopefully end 221g process
QUOTE (Free Jerusalem @ Oct 13 2009, 12:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi everyone. Here is my checklist of evidence i will send to the Jerusalem Consulate, i wanted to run it through here first to see if i should add or take anything off. I am not ready to send this evidence in, i feel frantically nervous but i must get it over with since its been a month and 3 days since our appointment.

the CO told us i needed:
1) proof of domicile in the USA
2)photos and other documentation showing the strength of relationship

For proof of domicile , i will provide:
- a lease i signed with my parents stating i will reside with them and pay them rent.
- my name on a bank account (jointly with my brother because i cant open my own from Palestine)
- water utility bill under my name
- college transcript for my last 6 months ( last time i was in college was in 2008 because after that i came to Palestine)
- copy of my driver license (should i send the real thing or a copy?)
- copy of my passport (my visa expires on august 20,2009 so should i photocopy that page too showing i am only temporarily in Palestine since that is what sections B in the i-864 directions ask for?)
- copy of my college ID (again, copy or send in the real thing?)
- copy of my SSN
- i am THINKING of writing a letter and using some facts/tips/help some VJ members (trailmix and wowswift) had posted about. Should i clearly state i am TEMPORARILY in Palestine and quote sections from i-864 such as section C. here i a link to what i am talking about, go under trailmix 2nd post to see. http://www.visajourn...howtopic=164618


For proof of relationship, i will provide:
-over 60 pictures, 23 from our wedding, the rest taken on casual days
that is basically it as for proof of relationship,THIS is where i feel stumped. Since i am actually here with my husband, we never really wrote emails. we contacted each other through SMS messages while he was at work during the day. I used both ORANGE (Israel phone company) and JAWWAL(Palestinian phone company) but none of these have deals where i can go to the company and print out messages or show we messaged each other

I would use a card to recharge my phone balance and never kept the cards, the normal action to do is to get rid of them after you used them.i never knew our relationship would be on the basis of more evidence! I still have about 450 messages on my phone, but cant find a way to print them. Should i send the actually memory chip in?

any other tips on domicile and especially relationship proof ? having family/friends write letters seems like it can be easily made up/fraud so i think i want to avoid that.

ANY tips/advice is greatly appreciated! Thank you all

First; If you are sending the documents, just send copies not the actual cards... Your domicile proof seems pretty good.
Second; The relationship proof... I would REALLY insist that you have friends and family write letters and sign them, (send originals) stating your relationship together and that they know you as husband and wife... I know that this was suggested to you several times and even though you do not feel that they will be considered, since you do not have too much in the way of phone records etc... I would have them write them and bring them to the interview!!!!
christeenFemaleItaly2009-10-12 23:25:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionUS Petitioner Attending Interview
It is always a plus when the USC attends the interview... As far as the procedures for India, you might check out the India forum...
christeenFemaleItaly2009-10-23 16:33:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHas anyone here refused to get vaccinated
QUOTE (Chris_???l @ Nov 2 2009, 11:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hahaha let me know how the licking yourself like a cat works out for you lol.

Of course my cat licks his own nads too so I might have to re-think the self-cleaning thing???
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-03 00:02:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHas anyone here refused to get vaccinated
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QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Nov 2 2009, 09:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Mr K -

I hope you don't think I reacted the way I did to your 'poison' comment because I've some 'boogie-man' complex with persons from Africa or the region itself.

Haven't all the greatest plagues in history been in Europe?


My reaction was really based on the perception that people who do not believe in vaccinations are somehow "hilarious." After all, we are only doing what we think is best based on what we know, just as those who promote vaccinations do it based on what they know.

The other stuff that has come up about the continent, in my opinion, is due to people relying on negative propaganda and "Lies, dang lies, and statistics".


Okay Mr. K, i have to say that i have never been so irritated at reading someone's post. HOWEVER, it is your opinion therefore no one can and no one is trying to judge you. We are only trying to give our honest advice based on what we know. I for example hate to get vaccinated because I don't like needles. HOWEVER, I understand that in order for me to go to school in this country AND to be HEALTHY I had to get them, and also it helps prevent the spread of contagious diseases. There is a chance that even if you are not vacinated you might not die of any disease, however, that is a very big risk to take. I rather be safe than sorry. But you can choose what you want to do for yourself and your family, it is YOUR decision. We are only telling you what we KNOW based on FACTS not OPINION. You can look at the facts and make up your own opinion. The other people like Rebeccajo are just trying to give you the info that to the best of their knowledge is true. Every time they say something they give you a post with facts that you can check up.They are giving you facts, so please stop responding to them as if they are out to get you.

Jessica


Why are you irritated about reading MY opinions about what I will do with MY life and MY family? Really, that's not your concern. You have a problem with me having an opinion that differs from yours, which you should actually value. I doubt there is anything here anyone can say to change my mind.




Maybe because you refuse to accept research and scientific fact???? Just sayin......

You know more Native Americans were killed by the common cold then by bullets, swords, or cannon fire when Columbus discovered the Americas? All the Native Americans relied on their natural immune systems too... Unfortunately they did not have the luxury of modern medicines, which I'm sure they would have gladly welcomes as an alternative to their vital organs becoming liquefied.

Do what you want. I really could care less.


Ho hum... more scare tactics.

Yes, it's obvious you don't care what I do. That's why you keep replying.



Really, I'm bored and watching the Saints, Falcons game. I find your limited views very entertaining. Thank you for helping me waste time. You've been a peach.

So do you not wash you hands or shower? I mean, since soap is man made I would think you body is naturally capable of cleaning itself?

My cat is.... so why not?? To the OP... Good luck getting the waiver... To Mr K, your fearlessness is inspiration to the uninspired...
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-02 23:52:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHas anyone here refused to get vaccinated
I think from the USCIS and US Govt. point of view it is not a matter or persecution of religion as it is a matter or protecting the citizens of the USA from diseases brought from other countries... If you think about it like the customs at the airport, you cannot bring in seeds or meat for protection of our food sources from introduced sicknesses... so goes for the US population. Granted, USC can travel elsewhere and pick up viruses and such but the majority of Americans have been vaccinated. They require vaccinations to attend school, not because they do not want that child to get sick, but to protect all the other children who are attending public school.

Immigration is a right, not a privledge and as with every privledge, there are rules... These rules are not to make sure that the immigrant does not get sick, but to try to protect the rest of the population from illness...

Looking at the OP's case from this point of view, if you are requesting to come live in the USA and you do not comply with the rules, then they US has the right to say no on behalf of the rest of the US population they are trying to protect. You can fill out a waiver but they still have the right to decide yes or no, and that is not something that one person can do in the spur of the moment...

It is not my business to say whether the immunizations are poison or not, however you do have the choice not to accept them, but as with every choice, there are consequences... The consequence you must deal with is being denied a visa or not being allowed to stay in the US.
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-02 19:30:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionVisa Interview gone wrong
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Thank you all for your support.

The reason that they kept the passport is good to a certain point.

The fact is that they may be depriving me from my passport for who knows how long. It will be for sure irresponsible, but maybe also illegal for them to keep my passport, which they do not have jurisdiction over.

Therefore I am thinking that they just wanted to be overcautious, but it was more a yes than a no so that is why they kept the passport.

I guess not everybody can....



Seems as though you do not actually know what is going on, hopefully your fiancee is not upset becasue you do not understand something. If they expect significant delays in issuing the visa they dso not keep the passport


We use the same sign in name so I am sure she will read it later on. The thing is all based on expectation. Kids expect to get gifts on Christmas, as me and my fiancee expected to get the visa today. But we did not. So I call tell er the facts and she cries. As you say, I do not know what is happening and this is the problem.
The next post after yours said that they have held the passport for 90 days. For me that is a significant delay.

I understand your point, but I hope you understand mine.



Most of life's stress is caused by unreasonable expectations. This process can be delayed at any point by any of the agencies involved and you never should count or expect anything until the visa is in your hand. I know of NO consulate that gives a visa the day of the interview. Even without delays it can be 3 days to 2 weeks.

Italy Consulate in Naples gives them the day of interview and you pick it up that same evening at the Mail Boxes Etc.

To OP; Just relax, it is not denied, just delayed...
christeenFemaleItaly2009-10-21 22:37:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionphotos of evidence of relationship
I too printed mine out 4 to a page and wrote captions... They are less likely to get seperated from your package if they are easily clipped with your paperwork and a standard paper size... I also liked being able to write the captions below...
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-07 20:28:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEnraptured's Hubby's Interview
Whoo-Hoo Contratulations!!
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-08 21:10:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEnraptured's Hubby's Interview
Good vibes heading at ya!!! You'll be fine!!!!
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-07 22:24:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI-134 question.. co-sponsor was not born in US..
QUOTE (Cacerez @ Nov 27 2009, 08:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (souljah4christ @ Nov 27 2009, 11:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you all for the help and the info!

Yesterday I decided to print out my last 3 tax returns (instead of just last year's) because my dad was reluctant to include his cert. of naturalization. (He included a notarized letter of support, the 1-134 [which he 'checked' "I intend".."Leanne will be living at the house I share with my son, her fiance, in Rancho Cucamonga indefinately."], a letter from his employer & 2 paystubs showing y.t.d. income, a letter from a bank officer, and a notarized copy of his last year's federal tax return)

He said that they can just "type his cert. # in the computer if they want to verify it" LOL

I told him that was not necessarilly true, and that if he was born here they would want to see a copy of his birth cert. or passport... at which point he stormed off and slammed some doors and returned and threw his cert. of naturalization on my desk lolz. There was no need for a temper tantrum, I was just speaking to him calmly! whistling.gif

I should qualify on my own, but since I was out of work for a year before landing this new job almost 2 months ago, I figured a co-sponsor might be needed.

I included: a notarized letter of intent to marry (since the interview might be after 4 months from NOA2), my I-134 (which i 'checked' "I intend".."LEANNE AND I WILL BE LIVING TOGETHER AT THE HOME I SHARE WITH MY FATHER IN RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, UNTIL WE CAN AFFORD TO MOVE OUT ON OUR OWN. I WILL PROVIDE LEANNE WITH FOOD, CLOTHING, SHELTER AND ANY MEDICAL NEEDS NECESSARY AS LONG AS WE BOTH SHALL LIVE."), a notarized letter of support, letter from my employer and last 3 paystubs, letter from a bank officer and last 2 bank statements, and notarized copies of my last 3 federal tax returns.

I just wanted to say "thanks" again for all the help, and give you an update regarding what we included smile.gif


Just as a side note, I think that particular line doesn't sound very good. Is it even necessary to mention that you will move out on your own? It could be implied without this comment that possibly you intend to live with your father indefinitely, as he mentioned in his comment. Just a thought - don't want to provide extra info that could go against you if not necessary.

I agree, I would put something like "due to current family reasons, we plan to temporarily reside with my father in Rancho cuco-whatever..." not that you cannot financially afford to live on your own... makes it seem more like a choice you are making rather then an economic mandate...
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-27 20:10:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI-134 question.. co-sponsor was not born in US..
My posting has been referenced regarding my husbands recent interview at the Naples consulate. Whether it can be verified by internet I am not sure, however, my husband was shown a correspondance from the Department of State to US Consulates stating something like "due to current financial events they are requesting that consulates be extra diligent in confirming petitioners still meet income requirements" and it had a list of things for the consulate to check like recent pay verifications, bank accounts, employment validity etc... and it had something about "calculating real value of assets such as house etc" but he did not have a chance to read it all and since that part did not pertain to our situation he did not retain that info... it was in more formal govt mumbo jumbo, but the CO pointed to it and paraphrased that they needed further information.

It was not exactly a secret document, but it was in a big binder that the CO referred to and was dated from August. When my husband showed the asset info from Italy and his letter of employment she showed him this letter and proceeded to ask for a current bank statement showing that we had the liquid assets in an account in MY name. My income was iffy since I own my own business, so I produced the doucment and the visa was issued...

Not sure how many consulates are following this advice but better to be safe then sorry.

To the OP, there is a chance that they will not ask, or that they will RFE for it... Roll the dice or go with the secure route and send it in anyway. If you have a stubborn co-sponsor then wait for the RFE if you get it... All it costs is time...
christeenFemaleItaly2009-11-27 00:34:00