ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 rx...now what?

LOL...I meant April 24th.  I knew it was a month beginning with a vowel.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-02 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 rx...now what?
Ok...I dismissed my attorney. The money I'm saving will help fund the trip over to Manila for the interview.

NOA2 received October 24th. I've called the NVC a couple of times this week..."It taked 15 business days...blah blah blah".

Let me get this straight now. Can I fill out the Affidavit of Support and go ahead with everything else? From what I understand, once NVC receives it, and flips it to Manila, I can get online and set the interview and pay for it, etc? My fiance can then setup the medical, (I think St Lukes is first come/first served.) Can I fill out the documents needed for my fiance, then bring them over? (Her English needs a little work.)

Anyway...more questions to come in the near future I'm sure.

By the way, my ex-lawyer immediately said that "You don't know these people online. Only I will tell you the truth"....hahahahaha...bye bye!!








Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-02 13:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTax returns and W2's

Let's see what the U.S. Embassy Manila says about the matter in their interview preparation instructions for K-1ers: 

 

EVIDENCE OF SUPPORT. You should be able to demonstrate that you will not become a public charge or be a burden on the U.S. taxpayers for financial support. A completed I-134 Affidavit of Support Form with original signature will be useful to the consular officer to evaluate your petitioner?s ability to be financially responsible for you. You should also submit your petitioner?s most recent U.S. Federal income tax return (Form 1040) and wage statements (Form W-2). Employment letters stating salaries and bank statements may be included to substantiate the I-134. 

 

U.S Embassy link:  http://photos.state....on_rtf2_005.pdf

 

My advice:  Submit your I-134, 2012 federal income tax return, 2012 W-2's, a few current paycheck stubs, and an employer's letter.

 

Perfect.   Now if the NVC gets off their butts, I'm all set!!


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-04 12:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTax returns and W2's

Quick question:  I know I have to provide 3 years of tax returns.  Do I have to show 3 years of W2's, or just last years?

 

Thank you in advance.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-04 06:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWe got an RFE. How long is this process? and what is the statistic of getting approved?

Just wait for the RFE to arrive in the mail.  It may be something silly....not time to worry yet.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-06 10:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdeposit slip for BPI
Ok...I'm a little confused. I'm trying to send my girl the link to print off a receipt for the visa payment at BPI. I had it in front of me yesterday, but apparently I've lost what little I had left in my mind while I slept. Does the receipt print off from the USEM webiste? Grrr....
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-08 11:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdeposit slip for BPI
Ok...I'm a little confused. I'm trying to send my girl the link to print off a receipt for the visa payment at BPI. I had it in front of me yesterday, but apparently I've lost what little I had left in my mind while I slept. Does the receipt print off from the USEM webiste? Grrr....
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-08 11:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmployment letter

Hey again guys. 

 

Here's the thing:  I'm a contractor in my job.  I'm supposed to be hired on full time there, but timing may be an issue.  I'm trying to get the interview setup for next month sometime.  Do I absolutely require a letter from the employer, or will pay stubs suffice?

 

thanks again in advance.

 

Things are moving VERY fast now....


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-10 09:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandoning K1 in favor of DCF
Petition forwarded to consulate? Wait it out man. You're so close...
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-10 17:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview scheduling

The receipt number is listed on the bottom portion of the deposit slip you downloaded to pay the fee at BPI. It is not the passport number.  I had my fiancee' take her passport to BPI in case it was needed but they didn't even ask to see it.  The receipt number says just that "Receipt Number", it's a 9 digit number and it is found on the customer copy portion of the deposit slip.  Don't know why you are having trouble except possibly she made the deposit too late for it to be posted before the weekend.  Might have to wait until Monday to try it.


That's what I was thinking. I'm just trying to get ahead of the game I guess. I have to slow down and BREATH!!!!

Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-11 14:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview scheduling

im not sure but i think the passport number is the receipt number. try it

 

I tried that too...arrrrrrrgh


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-11 11:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview scheduling

For some reason I can't make the appointment online.  I have a valid BPI receipt, (my fiance made the payment yesterday,) but ustraveldocs.com said it's not a valid number...ugh.  Anyone else have the same experience?


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-11 10:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTax returns

 

 

You can use the tax return from turbo tax, but you must include the W2 with the tax returns.

 

If you get the tax transcripts from the IRS, you do not need to include a W2.

 

 

It is completely your choice which you want to use, both are acceptable.

 

Great!!  I have all the W2's!!  I'm set!!


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-10 09:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTax returns

Hey guys...

 

I have tax returns all ready to go.  My question is, can I use the tax return printed off from TurboTax, or should I get the ones from the IRS sent to me?

 

Thank you in advance!!


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-10 09:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresconfused...as always

confusion over.  June 10th interview scheduled!!  (Gotta book that damn airline ticket now...any ideas for cheap seats?)


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-14 00:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresconfused...as always

Got it!!  Thanks y'all!!  I guess I just have to be patient...tall order after almost 8 months of no action.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-13 22:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresconfused...as always

Ok...2 things.  My fiance has paid the $240.00 at BPI for the visa.  I have the BPI receipt number, but still can't make the appointment.  The ustraveldocs website says, in  big red banner, that number was not recognized.  She made the payment on Friday afternoon.  I realize it was the weekend, but it's Tuesday there now.  What gives?  I've emailed BPI twice now...waiting to hear back.  Any advice?

 

Secondly, do we pay for the medical through BPI as well?

 

Any quick feedback would be great!!

 

Thanks


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-13 22:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview looming
Thanks for your response. I forgot to add the affidavit of support....

speaking of which, here's another question: I am a contractor at a well known insurance company. My pay stubs say that I work for 'abc' IT contracting company. Only my I134, what should I put down? 'ABC' IT contracting for 'XYZ' Insurance?


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-15 17:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview looming
Ok...interview setup in Manila on June 11th. I was going to go and attend with her, but I'm rethinking that right now. For one thing, I'm working now. Another tihng is the cost of travel. Airfare is rediculously hight right now...and appears to be getting worse for the summer months. My fiance has everything she needs I think. I'm sending over tax transcripts for the last 3 years, hotel reciepts, pictures, paystubs, a letter from my employer, copies of passport stamps, skype transcripts for the last year...think that will be enough?

She has her ds156, ds156k, ds157, and ds230 filled out. I'm going to fly her up to Manila on the 3rd so she can do the medical.

Is there anything I've forgotten?

I wish this whole process was a little more seamless. Ithink I've aged considerably since I got my NOA2...grrrrrrry






Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-15 13:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresConcerned
thank you all for the reassurance. I think we'll be fine.
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-15 19:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresConcerned
I've been there 4 times...
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-15 16:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresConcerned
Maybe someone here can ease my weary mind. Is it going to be a problem if I cannot attend the interview in Manila with my fiance? It looks like I will not be able to fly there after all.

Any reassurance would be greatly appreciated.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-15 16:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy fiance is upset

Thank you all!!  Thank God I found this site.  Everyone here is awesome!!  I will speak to her tonight to go over the forms.  I will pass on all of the advice you've given me.  We'll be fine!! 

 

;)


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-16 16:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy fiance is upset

Because I told her I can't come for the interview, she's freaking out.  What reassurance can I offer her?  I wish I could go there....:(


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-16 13:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2

Since you can't read between the lines, I'll slow it down for you.  Here are the answers to your questions:
 
1.  Nothing.
 
2.  Nope.




Oh my...you're a bit off aren't you? Let's remember that this is here to provide help and encouragement...not to be a #######

Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-18 18:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBiggest Age Difference

23 years difference. I agree...it's how you feel. When I'm with her, I feel great!! Granted, it's not as widely accepted over here in the US as it is over there. Hopefully that will change.


Oh, and NOA2 received October 24th. Yay!!!!

Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-02 13:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBiggest Age Difference
23 years difference. I agree...it's how you feel. When I'm with her, I feel great!! Granted, it's not as widely accepted over here in the US as it is over there. Hopefully that will change.
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-05-02 13:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUS CITIZEN ATTENDING INTERVIEW?
I just got home from a trip to Manila for the interview. I did notice that our 2 interviews, (one with the Filipino consulate and then with the US consulate,) were very short compared to the beneficiaries who did not have the petitioner attend. 2 minutes each. Although I did not see anyone there who was dened the K1 visa. Maybe being there will hellp speed things up in the process? If you can afford it, I say go! It gives you a chance to see your fiance.
Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-06-15 08:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 ???

We were at the interview last Tuesday.  I provided the I134, and tax transcripts.  That was it.  Maybe it was because I was there with my fiance.  It's a case by case basis I guess.  Better to provide it all then not have enough.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-06-16 13:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOnline Payment for K-1 Visa

I don't know much about online payments.  I sent my fiance the money, and she trekked to BPI and paid it there.  Easy as pie!!


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-06-23 15:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat is the total cost of getting a visa?

ead and ap are free if you file them with aos.  (At least that's what I've heard.)


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-07-01 06:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 question #7 I derive annual income of?

You should put whatever you're 1040 from last year has reported.  You can explain that to the CO during the interview. 


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-07-08 08:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about sending fiance money

I don't think that will raise any issues.  My fiance brought the Western Union receipts as evidence of my support for her.  I think it's actually a good thing.  It shows that you want to support your fiance!!  My 2 cents worth.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-07-08 09:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresinterview does my fiancee need to bring her 2 boys

As far as I know, if her two lads are included in the petition, she has to bring them.  Other experts may have input.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-07-11 11:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat is my Port Of Entry???

Guam is your POE for immigration.  Hawaii is where you'll have to clear customs.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-07-27 08:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFirst time k1 advice please

Absolutely front load your petition.  We sent a few pages of scanned photos, copies of passport stamps, hotel receipts, and 7 months worth of skype, yahoo, emails.  When it came to interview, they had all of that at the embassy, and didn't ask us for anything else.  Ours took about 9 months from filing to my wife getting off the airplane.  I think it's actually rolling a little faster right now.  Just keep an eye on igor's list that was mentioned before.  It will give you an idea of how long things are taking.  Remember...the gov't can slow down without any warning.  Never lose faith though....Good luck!!


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-12-22 16:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs there no problem if I can go to my home country before going to u.s.

POE is the Port of Entry in the US.  Whichever airport in the US you land at first is your POE. 


Ronn63MalePhilippines2014-03-01 14:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs there no problem if I can go to my home country before going to u.s.

I think it should be ok.  All that matters is getting to the US POE.  Not how you get there.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2014-03-01 12:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures2013 HHS Poverty Guidelines for Affidavit of Support / I-864

Yup...I just flew over for the interview last month.  It's 125% of the poverty line.


Ronn63MalePhilippines2013-07-16 23:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 in 15 days????
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Hello everybody!!!

We've been approved in 15 days! We just feel wonderful but we wonder how could this be possible? Guess what no RFE yet..... Is it normal? Our NOA1 took longer then NOA2. I've learned according to VJ website that people's case approval takes longer then 15 days I've seen that some of them waited more then 60 days. It is really amazing that we've got approved within such a short frame time. I wish everybody would have good luck. :dance:


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