Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Canada	form 156, 156K-not in packet 3	QUOTE (minnew @ Jun 7 2009, 07:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I am confused TimandJoyce, did you fax back the DS-230 Part I to receive your interview date as it says in Step 1 of Packet 3? There is also the Part II of the DS-230 which I brought to the interview in case, and they took it, but I cannot remember if they made me sign that form when they collected my documents. I think there was two forms to sign in front of the person who collects the documents but which ones I cannot remember. I brought a copy of the DS-230 Part II, DS-156 (2 copies printed off) and the DS-156K to the interview. Edit: Vancouver does not use the online DS-160, just the DS-156 and DS-156K No, I didn't get the date because of that. I did fax off part one only of DS-230, and like yourself, bring part two with me, just in case. I got my appointment after faxing off the checklist, except of course, my medical is the next day, and they are aware of that. (I'm bringing the emails to show that too!) I had heard that Vancouver was booked up all of June, so I faxed the check list in early May. I was so happy to see a June 23rd date!! Maybe because I put intended date of marriage as Sept. 5th. (even though it's gotten changed since then) wow I did a lot more printing off of things tonight, pics; forms, etc. I think I'm going to be ready for this!! Waiting for Tim to send up some goodies for me...you know..the support issue. I left another note in the Vancouver interview thread, if anyone can answer. I'm curious about the "self supporting" part of the evidence of support.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-08 00:28:00
Canada	form 156, 156K-not in packet 3	QUOTE (July09Bride @ Jun 7 2009, 03:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> If I remember right... part 2 of one of the forms was the same as the 156 and possibly the 156K. Also, if I remember right, since the online form was still be "tried", we had to do it ALL! LOL So, my guess is, they've worked out the kinks of the online forms and the duplicity is being reduced in forms/information. I'd recommend emailing the Embassy/Consulate for verification. Good luck! Yeah, I was thinking that. Course, I'll also have the packet with me, including the instructions that I printed off and they can see it didn't mention it. I'll email them, and if they want me to do it then I will, and also bring the required forms, because that was what they expected of me anyways? Did that make sense??? I think I need a coffee....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-07 17:43:00
Canada	form 156, 156K-not in packet 3	How Strange. I got my instructions, for the Vancouver Consulate, in early May, telling me where to go on the website, to fill out my forms and 156 and 156K are on them of what to bring. This was the revised 05/06/09 forms. No mention of the ds-230. I'm going to guess that my instruction where sent out before the change? My interview is soon, and with no contact as to fill out the new form. I'll fill out the ones from the list and hope they're happy!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-07 17:13:00
Canada	Which flag do you put out?	Well, I really can't answer in the poll as I'm not south yet!! I don't put out a flag here at home, and Tim doesn't have a flag at his house either, but if it counts for anything, we're going to have a small Canadian and American flag on the head table at our reception.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-06 00:34:00
Canada	Advantages of dual citizenship usa/canada	QUOTE (Hugglebuggles @ Jun 10 2009, 08:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (TimandJoyce @ Jun 10 2009, 04:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Huggles!! I found that website!! I hope it's ok to post it here.... http://www.hrsdc.gc..../survivor.shtml Just scroll down until you find the question: "what if I move?" and click on the direct deposit link, it will take you to a new page, and then see the question about direct deposit in other countries. There is a phone number you can call too for more info, but you have to notify them in writing about your bank account in the States. Awesome! Thanks so much for the help. You're very welcome... glad I could help.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-11 12:18:00
Canada	Advantages of dual citizenship usa/canada	Huggles!! I found that website!! I hope it's ok to post it here.... http://www.hrsdc.gc..../survivor.shtml Just scroll down until you find the question: "what if I move?" and click on the direct deposit link, it will take you to a new page, and then see the question about direct deposit in other countries. There is a phone number you can call too for more info, but you have to notify them in writing about your bank account in the States.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-10 18:54:00
Canada	Advantages of dual citizenship usa/canada	QUOTE (Hugglebuggles @ Jun 10 2009, 11:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I knew I forgot something! I receive a survivors pension as well... It expires in September anyways, since I won't be enrolling in school in the fall, but I will be receiving it in June, July and August. I have no idea where to start on how to contact them... I think I just googled survivors benefit for Canada...something like that..and found a great websit! Course..did I think about putting it in my favourites..of course not!! But it's a government site so shouldn't be hard to find. I'll look for it a little later. What I did read was that it looked as if it was ok to contact them even after moving by sending them a letter, and I think there was a form to print off, and that they can even direct deposit into an American account as long it was American Bankers Association. I sure like that idea!! Even if I'm taxed a bit, that's ok, as I usually just pay taxes at the end of the year on that.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-10 16:16:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	APPROVED YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS	Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-02-20 00:21:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	In the mail ... APPROVED !!!	Congratulations!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-02-24 23:16:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Approoooooooved	Congratulations!!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-07 09:01:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	a miracle!!!	Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-07 08:55:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Do not get too excited....	QUOTE (RexT @ Mar 10 2009, 10:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Well, well, well....I guess it took this post to get a result! Can you believe it, the NVC has finally received the file from USCIS...78 days after it was approved! Better way late than never, I suppose. Now for the rest of the journey....RexT Great News!! I hope everything goes quick for you now...make sure everything's ready for the next steps!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-10 13:56:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Break Out the Champagne!!!!!!!!!!!!	Congratulations!!!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-18 23:08:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Approved !!!!!!!!	Congratulations!!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-16 11:36:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	APPROVED!!!!!	Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-02 09:36:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	k3 Approved! i Thank God!	Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-21 14:26:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Visa on Hand!!!	Congratulations!!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-17 23:08:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Good news I-130 and I-29F approved	Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-10-19 22:17:00
USCIS Service Centers	FBI name checks	Sure do hope it keeps getting faster now!! Maybe our hope for a summer wedding isn't that unrealistic after all!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-09 00:51:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)	Denied K1 visa, 3 years ban	I'm so sorry for your experience! I really don't know to much information on those types of visa's, but I think that a lawyer may be a good idea, especially if it was one that you found out too late there was something wrong. Shop around with lawyers though! There are good ones out there I'm sure, but it takes a little digging. I hope someone else here can give you insight to the waiver forms and processing. Maybe see if a congressman or senator could help too. *shrugging about that one, as I'm not familiar enough with their authority* Best wishes for you both!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-08 19:26:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)	FINALLY the AP is over got approved in 19 days....VISA APPROVED	Congratulations!!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-18 07:09:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)	Very sad day!!	So sorry you have to go through this!! I hope everything moves quickly for the both of you. I don't know if you said if you were there with her or not, but I hope you're able to get some time away to do so. She'll really need your support now....thank God for internet and web cams in the mean time!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-05-07 22:02:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)	Need help! visa denied under section 212(a)(2)(a)(1)	QUOTE (PB&JAM @ May 23 2009, 02:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> "your visa has been denied under section 212(a)(2)(a)(1) of the immigration act A waiver of the applicable is available." This was due to convictions from 13 yrs ago involving thefts committed by the UK citizen when he was 19. (i am the USC). It will be easy enough to prove he is rehabilitated but I have no idea how to prove extreme hardship. I read the pinned thread and those examples dont really apply to us (no kids, etc). I am so heartbroken I cant think clearly right now. Some people say get an attorney, others on here said the prices are outrageous and one doesnt guarantee anything. I have no idea what to do right now. I am beyond gutted! All my dreams came crashing down! Has anyone been through this? Is there any hope? So sorry to hear this. Hang in there. I pray everything comes in your favour.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-05-24 11:30:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)	Finally Out of AP!!!	Congrats!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-08-03 10:06:00
United Kingdom	My Interview - Not So Bad After All!	Very good!! I like the way you tell that. At least you know once the right paperwork gets there, everything will be fine!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-03-12 18:06:00
United Kingdom	Woo Hoo ! I have my interview date in London.	Congrats on your interview date! Best wishes!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-06 10:00:00
United Kingdom	New And Saying Hello :)	QUOTE (Josie! @ Aug 2 2009, 08:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hello Everyone Been lurking a while and am sending off the K1 packet tomorrow ... must say, I'm an auditor for a living, and that was more paperwork then I'm used to ! Anyhow, I'm sure I'll have questions going forward, and my SO is from Scotland so I found it more appropriate to post this on the UK forum, as my SO sucks with anything paperwork related, from the NOA 2 forward this could turn into good comedy Looking forward to hearing from everyone! Welcome to VJ!! I hope your journey is quick for you both.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-08-03 00:35:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	Interview: Success!!!	congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-01-30 22:06:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	EAD and AP arrived today	Congratulations!!! Great to receive both at the same time!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-11 22:15:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	K-1 NOA2 Received	QUOTE (baron555 @ Jun 25 2009, 11:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Just about 30 minutes ago this notice popped up on the USCIS website and email was received stating the same: Application Type: I129F, PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) Current Status: Approval notice sent. On June 24, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service. I just called Alla and she is still in shock. "You joke?" "Really?" Documents will be finalized this weekend and sent off. I predict a Sep 10 interview and maybe the following weekend she will be here. And I updated the timeline. Phil How wonderful!!! Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-25 14:21:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	Honey, we don't do that in America..............	QUOTE (PJB @ Jun 6 2009, 05:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Honey, please don't load up the grocery cart with 300 of everything. The store will have the same stuff next week, next month, and forever..... Sorry about this as I'm not from Russia, so I can clearly understand if stocking up on things is needed. But I do find this one statement humourous. I just love they way you stated it....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-06 21:29:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	Wrong birthdate for Fiancees Daughter on I-129f	Hard to tell. I'd probably go with the suggestion of sending in the correct form, or possibly calling or emailing the center you sent it to. It could be a while to talk with someone, or get an email back. I think that sometimes, these "little" mistakes are overlooked. Tim put on the affidavit of support that I was divorced, when in fact I'm widowed. The consular either didn't notice, or didn't care. I got the visa. Now..here's hoping AOS doesn't wonder about it....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-23 20:43:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	NOA2! YES!	Congrats!!! That's great news!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-08-30 16:56:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarus	And we have a Winner!!!!!!	QUOTE (Dave-n-Oksana @ Oct 28 2009, 02:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Just got called from Oksana and she and Lera got their Visas. I want to thank you guys for the support and the answers to so many questions from this Noob. You guys and gals rock!!! Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-10-28 07:42:00
Mexico, Latin & South America	K1 Visa Approved!	That's wonderful the visa was approved. So sorry it was a stressful experience for you both. I hope that everything goes smooth for you from now on...	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-05-20 17:43:00
Asia: South	VISA APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	Congratulations!! Glad everything is working well for you..	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2/26/2009 22:45
Asia: South	K1 Visa at Mumbai APPROVED !!!!!	Congratulations!! How exciting for you both!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	3/2/2009 22:34
Asia: South	Visa Approved!!!	Congratulations!! That's wonderful news!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2/25/2009 17:18
Asia: South	Visa Approved!!!!!!!!!!	Congratulations!! Enjoy your new life together....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	5/14/2009 23:50
Asia: East and Pacific	WE GOT PINK!!!!!!!!!	Congratulations!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-05-28 07:07:00