ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCFO certificate
does CFO certificate still needed at the airport?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-05-11 20:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhere to get the form ds-156, ds-157, and ds-156K?
where to get the form ds-156, ds-157, ds-156k?
i just wonder where to get this forms????//

pls reply....thanks alot...
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-02-17 21:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnotice of intent to deny
WHAT DOES IT MEAN BY NOTICE OF INTENT TO DENY???????????????????
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-05 01:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdoes anybody know about waiver?
my fiance receive and RFE..he needs to comply a waiver cause he filed for 129-f before but the girl did not show up on the day of her flight to us...
now an RFE was sent to my fiance...i suppose he needs an attorney about the case..
does anybody here had same thing happened to this situation??????
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-05 01:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow many BC and CENOMAR
how many BC and cenomar are need in the interview..how many copies?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-26 21:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresapproval notice sent
QUOTE (estadia @ Feb 8 2008, 08:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (joyce_peter @ Feb 8 2008, 08:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
GOD IS SO GOOD....WE ARE APPROVED TODAY...THANKS GOD....



kicking.gif kicking.gif congratulations kicking.gif kicking.gif


thanks alot...thanks to all my friends for all their prayers...
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-02-08 20:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresapproval notice sent
GOD IS SO GOOD....WE ARE APPROVED TODAY...THANKS GOD....
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-02-08 20:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures7 months and still waiting :-(
hi,
we had our noa1 last august 6,2007 and we got the noa2 last feb.7,2008
try to call the service center...
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-02-17 22:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew member to VJ
QUOTE (forgiven @ Apr 3 2008, 08:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi everybody,

I just posted a short introduction on the "Introducing our members" forum. I will briefly introduce myself and the lady I met online and then share where we are in the process of obtaining a K-1 visa.

First of all I want to say that I am so glad to have found this web site and see that we all are on a journey to be with our loved one's and make a life together.

My name is Jeff and I'm 40 years old living in North Carolina. I met Fely, who is 36, online through filipinaheart.com in January of 2008. We have chatted, emailed, and talked on live cam daily and sometimes twice a day. I went through a divorce over 7 years ago and have only went out on a date twice in the past 6.5 years. A co-worker told me about filipinaheart.com and so I signed up for one month and so eight days later Fely said hi to me and then it has been wonderful getting to know her.

Fely and I are not as far along as most in here. I have already purchased a plane ticket to go visit her this May, got my vaccinations, and reserved a hotel. I'm counting down the days until I board the plane. I'm really looking forward to our meeting and it is getting so exciting.

I'm still at the stage trying to decide whether to pay an attorney or try to obtain the K-1 visa on our own. There is one online firm that was recommended by a reputable company and their fee is reasonable. I believe the main reason of maybe using them is that they do this everyday and know exactly how to package everything and I will have unlimited access to attorney's with all my questions and concerns.


We are getting together all of the needed documents now before I visit her so that we will have what we need early to submit. I hope that the processing times will continue to decrease as the year progresses.

I'm looking forward to having discussions with everyone here and going through the journey of bringing my soon to be fiance to the US and marrying her. Have a great day everyone.

Jeff


jeff, i suggest dont hire a lawyer yet..this website is more than a lawyer...u can gather lots of information about the k1 visa process...just keep on asking if you have some questions and it will be answered with our fellow vj members.....
gudluck and godspeed...

joyce
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-04-03 20:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMGA PILIPINO AT PILIPINA NA K1 AT K3
QUOTE (DRCornell @ Feb 16 2008, 05:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jego ryu @ Feb 16 2008, 12:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HI!IM FROM LAGUNA.HOW ABOUT YOU GUYS.....


Hi, I am from Iloilo but living in Quezon City. My fiance is from Virginia. biggrin.gif



hi im from bohol,my fiance is from Utah USA

08-06-2007 - noa1
12-31-2007 - rfe email
01-16-2008 - rfe reply
01-28-2008 - case processing resumed
02-07-2008 - touched
02-08-2008 -noa2 email
02-11-2008 -noa2 hardcopy


where did u get your appointment schedule...your too fast to get those informations...
you were approved jan.9 2008 right?
what u did? thanks
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-02-16 21:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdoes w2, IRS form 1040,paystub,and employments letter should be original copy?
QUOTE (SHAPE OF MY HEART @ Mar 31 2008, 10:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (fitzee21 @ Mar 31 2008, 11:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Even faxed copies will be accepted. Just make sure that you send the original I-134 Affidavit of Support with the notary public stamp & signature as well as your signature. So basically, if you're already sending the original I-134, just xerox your W-2, IRS forms, pay stubs, bank statements, life insurance papers, mortgage papers, 1099, etc. However, I would send the original employment letter and the original statement of account from your bank. (Keep copies of those for yourself).

Good luck!


If the petitioner meets the above poverty level of income, it is okay already to not to submit bank statements, assets,mortgage.

If meets the above poverty level of income, the following is good already:
Signed and notarized I-134
Tax transcripts from IRS (2005, 2006 , 2007)
W2 (is not necessary if you already provide the tax trancripts)
Employment letter from employer stating job title, date started, salary , and status (full time/ part time)
at least 3 recent pay stubs before the interview

okay...the only i have which is original is the affidavit of support...and the rest like w2,income tax return and the letter of employment are copies only...
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-03-31 20:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdoes w2, IRS form 1040,paystub,and employments letter should be original copy?
QUOTE (Mike_Zandy @ Mar 29 2008, 10:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (joyce_peter @ Mar 29 2008, 09:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
does the embassy needs the original copy of w2, IRS form 1040, paystubs and employment letter needs to be presented as original copy?
my petitioner send me only copies but not the originals?will this be fine?
any suggestions are highly appreciated...thanks


Hi,

I believe they are only needing copies.. someone else clarify.. I am about for fed ex papers to my fiancee.

I am sending

letter from employer
copies my last 2 pay stubs
last 3 IRS transcripts 2007, 2006, 2005
last 3 W2 2007,2006, 2005

that may be overboard

hi mike and zandy...so you mean,you just send the a copy?not the originals?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-03-30 22:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdoes w2, IRS form 1040,paystub,and employments letter should be original copy?
does the embassy needs the original copy of w2, IRS form 1040, paystubs and employment letter needs to be presented as original copy?
my petitioner send me only copies but not the originals?will this be fine?
any suggestions are highly appreciated...thanks
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2008-03-29 22:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureschecklist for k1 interview

The state.gov website has a pretty nice webpage on what is needed at the interview point. Here is the link:
http://travel.state..../info_3741.html
Be sure to look through all 7 pages of the Interview Preperation section.

Also, look under the "Guides" section of Visa Journey.



thanks
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-05-31 21:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureschecklist for k1 interview
hi everyone,

my sister just got approve with the fiancee petition..if anyone of you guys have the checklist for the interview,please can u post it in here...i just cant remember all the checklist i had during my k1 interview last 2008...so im asking if anyone has a list i will appreciate it...thanks for sharing...

PS..
is there sstill a document verification?i heard before there is no more document verification....thank you
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-05-31 19:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa fee?
okay..i understand,thank you for the replies.
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-16 15:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa fee?
okay..i understand,thank you for the replies.
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-16 15:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa fee?
i just have a question about this VISA FEE?

WHAT IS THAT VISA FEE? when i had my k1 interview last 2008 i dont have to pay for visa but i paid a document verification for the bank..but it doesnt cost $350..

my sister just got their manila case number..does she have to wait for the eligibility letter before calling to schedule for an interview or she can call now...

any idea would be highly appreciated...thank you
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-16 09:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresaffidavit of support I-134, does it need to be notarized?
does the affidavit of support I-134 needs to be notarized? i just dont see any space for notarized?where can we put the notary stamp?
any suggestion is highly appreciated..thank you
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-16 20:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhere can we schedule appointment online?
after paying the visa fee,if we want to schedule our interview through online,what is the website?

thanks!!!
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 14:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat is that DS 160 nonimmigrant visa electronic application?
thank you for the replies...i appreciate it alot.
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 16:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat is that DS 160 nonimmigrant visa electronic application?
my sister is going to have her interview soon, does she still have to fill up the ds 156 and 157 forms? or what is this ds 160?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 15:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresds 160 confirmation receipt?
the fiance of my sister just called a while ago to schedule appointment, then he was asked for the passport number of my sister and ds160 confirmation receipt?

i just wanna ask,what do they give u from the bpi bank after u pay the visa fee?she only got a receipt i dont know where is that ds 160?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 19:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 affidavit of support?
thanks..

@PAUL,CONGRATS TO YOU..SO I WILL LET MY SISTER KNOW SHE DOESNT NEED TO NOTARIZED IT.
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-28 12:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 affidavit of support?
can i just notarized it in my country?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 20:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 affidavit of support?
i am so confused with this, is it can be notarized also in the philippines?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 20:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresjuly 18,2011 interview date
who else in here has the interview on july 18, 2011?

good luck to all of us...

any tips and suggestions?
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 20:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat to bring for my medical at St Lukes?
what to bring for medical?

how will we know if we passed the medical?

ideas and suggestions is highly appreciated..thanks
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-07-01 09:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-156 form are no longer accepted by US embassy in Manila
my sister's fiance just called to set up an interview but he was asked for ds 160 confirmation number?we have no idea about this.
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 20:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresinterview preparation packet
how long does this packet will be on our hands..?am i still going to receive it or not..we had our manila case number last june 15.how long should i get this packet?we are going to call for an interview schedule today even if i dont have the packet yet...

thanks

by the way, im posting this for my sister..im in the US already for three years..i was on a k1 visa also but there are just alot of changes nowadays than my time..so im asking some questions for her...i would really appreciate all you ideas...thank you once again.
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-06-23 16:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSFO port of entry
hello, my sister got her ticket already going to US..her port of entry is SFO..she will be arriving this saturday at SFO,anybody experienced the SFO port of entry,how was it?is the immigration too strict or what?

by the way,when my sister bought her ticket at the PAL office,they ask her to pay for the travel fee or travel tax of P1620.00 pesos...i just wanna make sure if they wont ask her t pay it again when she in the airport...she will be flying through philippine airlines, any suggestions or comments about this?...suggestions and comments and tips are highly appreciated...

give me some tips please! thank you very much!
joyce_peterNot TellingPhilippines2011-08-03 14:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescrba and passport
QUOTE (brianmarie @ Oct 28 2008, 02:07 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Mahinhin,

I understand your feeling now because I've been once on your positioned before the CRBA Approval of my son. I just want to share a bit of pieces regarding my experienced. During the Interview my husband went with me and my son. When I was giving birth my hubby is not around. What I brought during the interview is baby's medical record, my prenatal record, all ultrasound film attached the description on it. Baby's vaccination record. Your hospital record when you agve birth. They asked also our cards send via airmail, chatlogs and emails. But we didnt brough emails print out and chatlog, we didnt have problem regarding on that. bring everything proof of your meeting prior on baby's conception, like pictures and hotel reciept. Dont forget to bring western union receipt to show he supported you and baby.

Hello-

Thank you so much for the informations, it helps a lot.Since i had no schedule yet for interview so I had still time to collect more evidence.What about your baby, was he undergo for a dna test? About medical record, i dont think if i could comply that. I was pregnant at that time but i didnt go to the doctor for prenatal check up. etc..just when i am pregnant for 7 months until giving babies birth, thats all.
mahinhinFemale02008-10-29 19:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescrba and passport
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What if it is just a couple of proofs about conception? Its just pictures and birthcertificate of the baby.



if the consul is not satisfied then they will ask you for a DNA test.. it costs like $800 and you will ahve to wait for a couple of months..

are u married?? what about his passport entry/exit stamp? flight itinerary? hotel receipts?

yeah we're married. I dont like to have DNA test for my daughter. I know its confusing. Its just simply my husband is her father, the father of her birthcertificate. Its making me crazy sometimes to think about that. As of now, im sending docs through federal express. And i hope during the interview i could answer about conception. During the appoinment, i should bring the baby,right?



yes bring your baby... are you from the Philippines?

yes i am. My husband is in USA now



i see.. because USEM manila is very strict, a birth certificate alone cannot guarantee that they will approve your baby's CRBA/ US passport..
I saw a lot of applicants when I was there and they didn't bring enough proof so they were ask to undergo a DNA test..

my husband was with me during our appearance at USEM and they still request additional documents from us..

just comply every requirements in the checklist given to you by the ACS..

yes i already expect for that. i know it would be very hard for me at that time.and also my husband isnt here. for now im waiting for my visa interview. does it help for getting babies passport?
mahinhinFemale02008-10-27 01:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescrba and passport
QUOTE (ruby_jade @ Oct 27 2008, 12:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mahinhin @ Oct 27 2008, 12:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ruby_jade @ Oct 26 2008, 11:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mahinhin @ Oct 27 2008, 12:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What if it is just a couple of proofs about conception? Its just pictures and birthcertificate of the baby.



if the consul is not satisfied then they will ask you for a DNA test.. it costs like $800 and you will ahve to wait for a couple of months..

are u married?? what about his passport entry/exit stamp? flight itinerary? hotel receipts?

yeah we're married. I dont like to have DNA test for my daughter. I know its confusing. Its just simply my husband is her father, the father of her birthcertificate. Its making me crazy sometimes to think about that. As of now, im sending docs through federal express. And i hope during the interview i could answer about conception. During the appoinment, i should bring the baby,right?



yes bring your baby... are you from the Philippines?

yes i am. My husband is in USA now
mahinhinFemale02008-10-27 00:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescrba and passport
QUOTE (ruby_jade @ Oct 26 2008, 11:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mahinhin @ Oct 27 2008, 12:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What if it is just a couple of proofs about conception? Its just pictures and birthcertificate of the baby.



if the consul is not satisfied then they will ask you for a DNA test.. it costs like $800 and you will ahve to wait for a couple of months..

are u married?? what about his passport entry/exit stamp? flight itinerary? hotel receipts?

yeah we're married. I dont like to have DNA test for my daughter. I know its confusing. Its just simply my husband is her father, the father of her birthcertificate. Its making me crazy sometimes to think about that. As of now, im sending docs through federal express. And i hope during the interview i could answer about conception. During the appoinment, i should bring the baby,right?
mahinhinFemale02008-10-26 23:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescrba and passport
What if it is just a couple of proofs about conception? Its just pictures and birthcertificate of the baby.
mahinhinFemale02008-10-26 23:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescrba and passport
Hello. Can anyone tell us what are the interview for babies CRBA and passport.
mahinhinFemale02008-10-26 22:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPLS HELP ..I NEED ADVICE
HI,
I want to thanks to jhcruz18, francis rohan and ruby jade for the very good advice. Yeah im hoping my flight wont be delay. I had my auntie in manila and she suggesting me to stay there one night before the day of appointment but for some reason my husband and i dont like that idea to stay there. I am looking forward for some tips during the interview, what should i need to do? PLS, anyone give me some sample like what they might going to ask me during the interview. I just want to be prepare. As of now, i got nervous during that day. Its a big day for me. And i am hoping that everything will turn fine.
mahinhinFemale02008-11-11 06:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPLS HELP ..I NEED ADVICE
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QUOTE (jhcruz18 @ Nov 10 2008, 08:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
1. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO HAVE THAT APPOINTMENT? IS IT ONE DAY AT US EMBASSY?...........It depends but usually half a day. but be prepared to stay longer[/font]

2. FROM AIRPORT , HOW FAR THAT IS TO GO TO US EMBASSY?..........It depends too considering the traffic. Give yourself a good 30 minutes.

3. IS IT FINE THAT I AND MY DAUGHTER WHO IS 8 MONTHS OLD BABY TO GO TO US EMBASSY? DO I NEED TO BRING SOMEONE WHO CAN HELP ME?..........Who is the beneficiary? If it is you, then just go alone. But if it is you and your daughter you have to bring her too. You won't be able to bring anyone with you.

4. IS IT OK TO BRING SOME STUFF LIKE CELLPHONE, WALLET, BAG INSIDE?.........Bags and wallets are ok. But don't bring any electronic devices including cell phones.


Good luck! God Bless!

THANKS FOR THE INFO. GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE FROM BOHOL TOO. THIS APPOINTMENT IS THE INTERVIEW OF MY BABY'S CRBA AND PASSPORT. IM STILL WONDERING HOW LONG MAY IT TAKE FOR THAT APPOINTMENT. SO I CAN MAKE RESERVATION FOR THE PLANE NOW.


i did my son's crba 2 months ago..and it just took us 3 hours to finish..
so if your schedule is 9 am you'll be out by 11 or 12..
but you need to be there an hour before or even 30 minutes before ur appointment.
goodluck..
also, i have my aunt with me during that time, to hold my 3 month old baby while the consul is interviewing me.
the consul will just have to look at your baby for a second..and the rest is ur interview.

my schedule is 10:30. and the flight from bohol is 7:30 and arrive manila at 9, maybe that time should be fine,right? if you had schedule at 10:30?
pls, can you explain further why do i need to be there an hour before the appointment? do i need to do something else there?
thanks for the info. it helps
mahinhinFemale02008-11-10 21:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPLS HELP ..I NEED ADVICE
QUOTE (jhcruz18 @ Nov 10 2008, 08:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
1. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO HAVE THAT APPOINTMENT? IS IT ONE DAY AT US EMBASSY?...........It depends but usually half a day. but be prepared to stay longer[/font]

2. FROM AIRPORT , HOW FAR THAT IS TO GO TO US EMBASSY?..........It depends too considering the traffic. Give yourself a good 30 minutes.

3. IS IT FINE THAT I AND MY DAUGHTER WHO IS 8 MONTHS OLD BABY TO GO TO US EMBASSY? DO I NEED TO BRING SOMEONE WHO CAN HELP ME?..........Who is the beneficiary? If it is you, then just go alone. But if it is you and your daughter you have to bring her too. You won't be able to bring anyone with you.

4. IS IT OK TO BRING SOME STUFF LIKE CELLPHONE, WALLET, BAG INSIDE?.........Bags and wallets are ok. But don't bring any electronic devices including cell phones.


Good luck! God Bless!

THANKS FOR THE INFO. GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE FROM BOHOL TOO. THIS APPOINTMENT IS THE INTERVIEW OF MY BABY'S CRBA AND PASSPORT. IM STILL WONDERING HOW LONG MAY IT TAKE FOR THAT APPOINTMENT. SO I CAN MAKE RESERVATION FOR THE PLANE NOW.
mahinhinFemale02008-11-10 21:04:00