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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLetter of Intent

Here's an example from AVVO (Lawyer advice forum):
 

Fiancé Statement of Intent

[Today?s Date]

[Petitioner?s/Beneficiary?s Address, phone number and email address]

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Vermont Service Center

Attn: I-129F

2501 South State Highway 121 Business Suite 400 Lewisville, TX 75067

RE: Statement of Intent

Dear Sir or Madam:

I became engaged to marry [Fiancé?s name] on [date]. I hereby state that I am legally able and willing to marry [Fiancé] and intend to do so within 90 days of [his/her] arrival into the United States using the K-1 Visa. Please contact me at [phone number and email] if you have any questions.

Very Respectfully,

[Signature]

 

 


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-18 09:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFederal aid and financial support

 

Thank you for your clarification, but I'm still not understanding what constitutes "current income." Please let me demonstrate with numbers:

 

Total annual salary: $41,000

125% poverty level (4 people): ~$30,000

Income earned in 2014 prior to filing taxes: ~$26,000

 

So is the current income $41,000 or $26,000? We don't want to find ourselves in a situation where we think we can sponsor my fiance if we can't and therefore need a second co-sponsor. I do apologize if this question is obvious or redundant, but honestly, I can't figure out the answer.

 

Her current salary with her current employer, Have the HR department write a letter stating when she started the job, what her salary is, whether the job is full time/part time, contract or permanent, and have her send the most recent paystubs to your fiance before his interview (or bring them with you, IIRC Juarez unofficially requires the petitioner to be present).

 

The previous years' tax returns should be included to display stability, but she can also include a photocopy of her nursing degree.

 

EDIT:
I went through a change in employment too - they only cared about my current income as in that exact moment, which jumped from 49.5k to 73.8k. :)


Edited by d3adc0d3, 17 September 2014 - 12:09 PM.

d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-17 12:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPre-empting an RFE?

That depends on the mood of the IO.  You might be fine, they may want the originals. If you don't get an RFE, and you're not going to attend your fiance's k1 interview, you should send him/her the originals in case they need it there.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-19 09:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNever Met My Fiance

Congrats! 


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-19 08:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP!

Hello,

 

So yesterday I posted about my passport issue.

I am going to have to renew my passport (expires in Feb2015), but apparently it is going to take 1 and half month until I have it, my case is at NVC right now, and since I am from Brazil, I am expecting to have interview date within a month, which I think it will be before I have my new passport in hands.

My questions are:

1 - Do I have to wait until I have my new passport to fill out DS-160?

2 - If my interview is scheduled before I have my new passport should I reschedule the interview or can I just attend the interview with my old passport?

3 - If I do have to reschedule my interview, how do I do so?

 

 

Any advices are greatly appreciated!

 

Thank you

 

In regards to:

 

  1. Yes, you'll need the new expiration date for the DS-160, it should match the passport you'll be handing the officer to avoid any confusion.
  2. Yes, you should wait until you have your passport in hand.
  3. Email or call the embassy/consulate that sent you the interview notice. It's a common issue.

Someone else answered these well but I wanted to elaborate for you. :)


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-17 10:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoubt after sending the I-129F

Hello all, I'm new here and I've been reading a lot of forums just to prepare myself for this whole process. I just had a doubt on the 34A. question on the I-129F form asking "describe the circumstances under you have met." What I wrote in those small three lines was

" I met xxxx at the bar he was working at during my internship in Porto Alegre, Brazil." I mean that really was all that I could fit anyways. I know I could have attached another paper but I thought that was sufficient enough to answer how we met... but I think I interpreted the question wrong. 

 

So I was thinking that I was suppose to just describe how we met. I've been researching more and I see many users saying that we have to describe how we met in the past two years. Since it didn't specifically say describe all the circumstances that you have met in the past two years I didn't put this down. I was living over there when I met him and then went back two more times. I'm just freaking out now because I feel like I didn't answer that question well after reading what many other users wrote and now I'm scared they are going to make me do it again. Can someone direct me to the right track to eliminate this doubt? Thank you advanced!

 

I never described how we met in the last 2 years, just how we initially met, which was online.

 

The evidence you supplied of you two meeting in person in the last two years (photos, passport stamps, boarding passes, etc), will be enough for them. If they need more, they will issue an RFE, so long as your respond quickly and provide everything they listed, all will be well.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-19 09:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresrelationship evidence for the interview (photographs)

hi guys. im taking about 50 photographs of me and fiance to the interview....there is a few of me and his family. is 50 too many or no? 

 

also...i have fiance's initials tatted on my wrist which i did over a month ago and he got my name on his arm not long ago also. do u think photographs of these tattoes are good evidence? 

i obviously have mine on me so that can be easily proved but when it comes to my fiance he has posted the photo on facebook and people liked it and commented it so i took a screenshot of that, 

do u think that could be good proof? or should i not bother with this lol and it's silly?

 

Take as many photos as you like, they CO may or may not have any interest. Typically the CO already knows whether you're approved or not before you even go in there, it's more of a fail safe, in case they find something on the beneficiary or for the high fraud countries, to try and find the inconsistencies that would indicate fraud.

 

Tattoos mean nothing to the CO, you can get a tattoo of anyone's name and say it means something. You can show them, but I highly doubt the CO will think it's evidence.

 

You should bring with you all the required documents, like proof of income of the USC, birth certificates, divorce certificates, paystubs, tax returns, any employment contracts, etc.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-22 11:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa flowchart

I am K1 visa and I got my SSN yesterday by mail. You must get SSN 2 weeks of your arrival if you are k1 visa. When I got my SSN the girl who interviewed me says she glad I came getting my SSN before marriage cos everybody for k1 visa get SSN after marriage which is wrong cos its FIANCEE VISA you have to get SSN BEFORE MARRIAGE. Good luck!

 

Depends on if you're changing your last name.

 

My fiance (now husband) wasn't changing his last name and got his after our marriage.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 15:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa flowchart

I would recommend you wait 2-3 weeks to get the SSN as their electronic systems take some time to get the immigration files. But like everyone else said, kist the I-94 and their passport at your local SSA office is all you need. Once you're at the desk, takes about a half hour.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 14:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Help Please - Got Approved on I-130 for Alien Relative and I-129F Petition for Fiancé

No children, only trying to bring in my wife, we got married in bangkok in march.

 

then she no longer qualifies for the I-129F, she only qualifies for the I-130.

 

You will need to cancel the I-129F and move forward on the I-130. If you attempt to bring her here on the I-129F you'll be denied as you're already married.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 14:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Help Please - Got Approved on I-130 for Alien Relative and I-129F Petition for Fiancé

@A & B WHICH EVER COMES FIRST AND EASIER FOR HER TO GET AND COME TO THE STATES.

 

You cannot qualify for a K1 if you're married. 

Do you have children which you're trying to immigrate to the US?


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 13:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Help Please - Got Approved on I-130 for Alien Relative and I-129F Petition for Fiancé

Cancel the I-129F petition, she no longer qualifies for it.

 

Congrats on the I-130 Approval, and good luck.

 

Do a search on how to cancel an I-129F petition, and all should be well. It happens infrequently, but it's not unheard of. No need to panic.


Edited by d3adc0d3, 23 September 2014 - 01:21 PM.

d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 13:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfelling sad now want to cray why it take forever

It depends on your home location.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 16:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfelling sad now want to cray why it take forever

I filed in April of 2013. I was approved in August/September of 2013. My interview was June of 2014. My now husband, got his visa August of 2014, and entered the country 3-4 weeks ago. Try and be more patient with the process, and always remember there are people out there who were or are a lot worse off. 

 

This is the U.S. Government we're talking about... it's all about the "Hurry up and wait." Take it from a retired military vet. Your wait could be MUUUUUUCH worse than it is. :P


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 14:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNoa2 question

It does go much faster once your petition is shipped from NVC to the consulate. there's still several weeks waiting after it's been approved, as they shipped approved petitions in batches to NVC.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 10:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWedding in April 1st NOA recieved yesterday

 

Wedding is in 45 days, flying in 38, i think i'm cutting it too fine. There's no way in hell my fiance will postpone this close. I asked her to postpone months ago and she went mental at the thought of it! Everything booked, friends and family have flights booked.

 

The E2 will be for 2 years, which is such a stroke of luck to get the job at this time. I'm just waiting on the contract to be signed

 

In my opinion, your best bet is to cancel the K1 & file for the CR-1 after you've married & entered the US on the E2. You're entering the US on another visa (E2) not intended for immigration, and your marriage has obviously been premeditated, as vendors have been booked way in advance and the such. If you try to adjust, immigration can very easily consider that fraudulent behavior and bar you from entering the US. I don't think you want to take that risk.

 

The CR1 is a spousal visa, so once you enter the US via the CR1 you'll already be a greencard holder (and you won't have to lift any restrictions, like you do with the K1); I don't know the process, but you may be able to apply and even attend the medical/interview in the US. I don't know for sure, so you will definitely want to check in on that. There's a forum for the CR1 visas, you should go ask in there! :)

 

Since you'll already be living in the US whilst working, it would work out well for you to still be able to live with your bride while that paperwork is processing. Keep in mind the fees for the K1 are non-refundable even if you cancel it.


Edited by d3adc0d3, 23 September 2014 - 12:38 PM.

d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 12:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWedding in April 1st NOA recieved yesterday

NOA2 arrived this morning. 

 

Got a job offer from a company in New York that will get me an E2 visa so I can move there and legally work. :)

 

should I just cancel the K1 now? is it too late to cancel the K1?

 

I Just saw this.

 

Best bet would be to cancel the K1, enter on the E2, get married and file for a CR1. You'll already be in the US, but you don't want to deal with any "visa fraud" of entering in the US with the intent to immigrate on a visa not intended for immigration. Especially with your plans in place and vendors booked.

 

If I'm not mistaken, you can continue to work after you've entered on the E2, and just wait with your wife while the CR1 is processing (file while you're already in the US on the E2), it takes on average 1-2 years. You'll likely have to return to Ireland for the medical, interview, and such, but then you'll enter the US a GreenCard holder when you return.

 

I'm going to correct my previous post...

 

If you got your NoA2, you're most likely only 2-4 months from entering the US, barring any weirdness at the consulate. I wouldn't cancel the K1, because you could very well manage it just barely on time. Most consulate's will work with you if you have wedding plans. If the wedding day happens, and you didn't enter on the K1, THEN... I would cancel it, and apply for a CR1.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWedding in April 1st NOA recieved yesterday

Best bet would be to cancel the K1, enter on the E2, get married and file for a CR1. You'll already be in the US, but you don't want to deal with any "visa fraud" of entering in the US with the intent to immigrate on a visa not intended for immigration. Especially with your plans in place and vendors booked.

 

If I'm not mistaken, you can continue to work after you've entered on the E2, and just wait with your wife while the CR1 is processing (file while you're already in the US on the E2), it takes on average 1-2 years. You'll likely have to return to Ireland for the medical, interview, and such, but then you'll enter the US a GreenCard holder when you return.


Edited by d3adc0d3, 23 September 2014 - 09:56 AM.

d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 09:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAlien Registraton Number was changed

They "change" or assign the ARN when they put your petition into the system. Sit back & relax, you have a long wait now. Good Luck!


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 09:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime to know each other

Really? So do they make the initial decision at NOA2?

 

The Notice of Action you get that informs you that you've been approved or denied aka NoA2 means that your petition is approved, not the visa. This means that you've met all the requirements necessary for the visa you're applying for, that they did not find the beneficiary or petitioner inadmissible, and that you filled out the paperwork properly.

 

The visa is issued at the embassy stage, after all the "leg work" e.g. background checks, income requirements, initial meeting, have been reviewed and approved. The interview is typically the "fail safe" where they hope to catch anyone who's inadmissible or potentially attempting to fraudulently trying to obtain a visa. The CO during the interview looks for flags and signs that the relationship is not genuine or bona fide, and will deny you if they feel it is not. They also run a more local background/criminal check and medical exam to ensure that the beneficiary is not inadmissible on those grounds.

 

So the CO often will go into the interview with an idea of whether or not the person will be approved off the bat, but their minds can be changed depending on the evidence the couple can present.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 14:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime to know each other

[voice of caution]

There's nothing like filing an I-129F petition after one visit, gaining USCIS's approval, making more visits afterwards, taking that extra evidence of a bona fide relationship to the interview, and finding out to your chagrin that the CO made up his mind to refuse the visa on the basis of the thin evidence that was in the I-129F petition package.

 

Except perhaps in the VWP countries and the Philippines, do not (do not!) take the consular phase for granted.

 

 

 

Kudos! That's what I was thinking too. If the consular sees that the petition was filed after a 5 day visit, it is quite suspicious. It is marriage that we are talking about here, not a simple vacation. 

 

Go see her one more time, and document it well, before you file the petition. 

 

I only visited my fiance (now husband) once prior to filing for 10 days. I went and stayed with him for 2.5 months and during that was present for the interview. Obviously we were approved. :P


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 12:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime to know each other

I WANT to go visit two more times after the I-129F is filed just to expedite the situation, But does the CO officer really care if those two visits are AFTER or before the petition is filed? It seems like it wouldn't matter as long as we were working on our relationship and toward marriage?

 

Depends on the CO. But I would say not. I only visited my fiance (now husband) for 10 days ONCE before filing the I-129F and (obviously) we were approved.

 

I was also there for the interview, and stayed with him in Argentina. We had pictures of me with him and his family, various landmarks in Argentina (including the sign with his hometown's name at the train station), and my passport stamps/boarding passes, etc.

 

They want to know that it's bona fide. Take pictures of you with her family, visiting various places in Colombia. While you're doing that, also take pictures of you at a restaurant or two and keep the receipts of your meal(s). Take a screenshot of your conversations once a week, to show that you're continuing your relationship. Send or Bring her a MagicJack & Phone, so you can have phone logs between you. MagicJack she can use with an ethernet cable to call via a US number, unlimited phone calls in the US. It's like $30/year. Go check it out. :P

 

You can leave the MagicJack with her family if and when she immigrates to the US so they can continue to call her. :)

 

Once you meet the requirements you can file, after that you can build even more evidence of a bona fide relationship for the interview stage. 


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 10:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to get a pre check?

Find out which counties your ex wife lived in and call around. There's online record searches for some states as well. You can check the state website and look up by name. If you have any of the old papers (you should've gotten a notice in the mail), check those.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 15:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to get a pre check?

Thanks that is very helpful. In my case I am relatively low income but above the poverty line. I have a stable job. I think that meets the financial requirements. It would be good to know for sure.

As far as the previous marriage goes that is very helpful information. I will check it out there, and hopefully obtain a decree. Criminal background is no problem for me unless there has been identity theft.

In the end however I wish that there was a service on the web helps with getting all this together. It would make things a lot easier.



 

There is, look up RapidVisa, it's not an attorney but a paperwork service it's around $400 but it makes it much easier. I used them and recommend them.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 13:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it possible to get a pre check?

Identity theft could be one great thing to check for among others. It would also be good to know exactly where I stand legally on things in my past so that I know for sure that I can meet all the requirements now. Or if there is more that I should do before applying. I am most worried about the financial requirements, and if I am legally able to marry. How would I know for sure? It would be embarrassing to find out the last minute that I'm not

 

If you've been convicted or charged of a violent crime, if you've been convicted of child or spousal abuse in family and/or criminal court, if you've been convicted previously of fraud.

 

Filing for bankruptcy is not a reason, having a restraining order during a divorce is not a reason either. As the US Citizen, they're concerned if you're going to abuse/harm your fiance(e), any potential children, that you can afford to care for your fiance(e), and that you're not a convicted criminal with a history or repeat offenses.

 

Get a criminal background check, and contact an attorney for a free consult. Many will consult for free.As the US citizen asking for your own records you do not have to pay for them, however paying for the service is usually faster.

 

The town/city where you were married will have the record of your marriage and/or divorce. Call the Clerk's office in the county courthouse that serves that town/city. Even if she divorced you or had it annulled they would need to maintain the record, as your marriage record is there. Even an annulment would have a record of thus.


Edited by d3adc0d3, 23 September 2014 - 01:18 PM.

d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 13:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmy interview is tomorrow!

I took screenshots of our convos around the 1st and 15th of the month. We had about a year and a half from the filing to the interview, so we had a lot of time to cover, you can probably show a once-a-week screenshot. 

 

I'd recommend the SS's showing you two planning your life together, the wedding, discussing your families, etc. If you have any call/text logs, I'd include them too.

 

Otherwise, it looks great!


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 14:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLoss of the original K1 packet

 

First of all, I never said it wasn't important to not make a copy.  I said it wasn't needed to bring that copy to the interview.  You show me below where it says to bring a copy to the interview:

 

IMPORTANT!
Make TWO copies of the entire package before you send it in. This includes the money orders too. You want to have a perfect replica of the package you are sending in. All Forms that you submit must be originals with original signatures. Supporting Evidence that you submit may be photocopies. Retain ALL original supporting Evidence since the USCIS has the right to check them by issuing an RFE (Request For Evidence). If you receive an RFE, follow the direction exactly, and make two copies of what you sent back. During any future interviews the USCIS may also want to examine the original supporting evidence.

 

The last sentence "During any future interviews the USCIS may also want to examine the original supporting evidence." This is true, and which I said in an earlier post that you should bring the original supporting documents...not the entire petition...to the interview.

 

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know this.

 

 

 

I stand corrected.  No where does it state that the "entire packet" is needed at the [or any] interview.  But, from a logical perspective, or viewpoint, why would a person have the copy and not bring it "just in case" it might be needed.  My gal brought hers and in her case it was needed and avoided any additional interview/RFE that could have resulted or been required had she not brought her entire packet with her...  And, you are also correct, many people have not needed the "entire packet," any original documents and/or supporting evidence, at any interview but many others have wished that they had brought the "entire packet" with them when original documents and/or supporting evidence was asked for and they did not have them and either an RFE was issued or an additional interview was needed.

Finally, you are also correct that "It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know this,"  for I am not a rocket scientist.  I am just a college graduate who knows the value of doing his homework and being prepared.  And, as a result of doing my homework and being prepared my gal did not have an interview for her AOS or ROC petitions.
 

 

No offense you two, but your debate is derailing the thread, and (in my humble opinion) creating a hostile tone. Perhaps this discussion would be better suited for the debate subforum?


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-25 10:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLoss of the original K1 packet

I didn't need it. I brought it and they asked for nothing, just wanted some background on our relationship. I was present for the interview and I'm in Argentina though.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 10:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLoss of the original K1 packet

Their petition packet. They haven't yet received their NVC case # yet.

 

I saw that but I would like to be sure, because people do mistake the acronyms all the time (even I did before!)


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-22 14:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLoss of the original K1 packet

The K1 Visa packet which contains the visa, or the I-129F (petition) packet?


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-22 11:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFREAKING OUT!

First thing, breathe.

 

This is a delay, they already approved you, they won't revoke it.

 

You may need to have your flight pushed back a few days, there will likely be a fee. Best bet is to push it back a couple weeks, since the cost of the ticket goes up the closer you are to the date of the flight. If you have Frequent Flier miles, you may be able to have the ticket refunded for the cost in miles, and book your flight once the visa is in your hand. 

 

Contact the embassy and inform them that you have a flight booked for tomorrow and your fiance has surgery today so you'd like to be there to help her recover.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-25 12:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

 

She already speaks English very well. She's preparing to take the TOEFL. Early on she wasn't comfortable speaking to me in English, so we spoke Greek. Now that we've been together, she's not as shy, and she speaks more English than Greek. 

 

 

But again, I have a question, do I need to put screen shots of my Skype, or can I just copy and paste the text? 

 

You can copy/paste but screenshots are better, as it shows that it was a skype conversation. Helps if in a couple you're both on camera too (shows that it's you two). :)


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-26 08:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

If it's not in English or the language of the country she's interviewing at, you will need to translate it.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 16:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

The thing is, most of our conversations were over a voice call. So most of it is chit chat with a few meaningful conversations. We're constantly talking rather than texting or emailing. Will this be an issue? I made sure to input call timers. Some times we'd talk for like 3-4 hours!

 

We would do the same, but we also emailed eachother, I'd text his email, he'd email my phone, call logs to and from his magicjack to my phone (I bought him one and brought it with me on the first visit), social networking logs/status updates. Any evidence of your communication is good. 

 

The quality of the evidence is important too. It should show you two talking about your future together, talking about your families, planning your wedding, etc. You can show the call logs, but without any content, it would be hard to tell that you're communicating, unfortunately.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 14:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

 

But it really depends on the content of those snippets.  It should show the natural evolution of a legitimate relationship....talking about the latest video game doesn't qualify.
 

 

Heynow. In my relationship talking about the latest videogame is like foreplay. :P


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 14:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

 

After what my girlfriend went through with the whole tourist visa process, I'm paranoid. It's like you're guilty until proven innocent and they assume you're a liar and a conniver who's just trying to get into the country. I was afraid if I just put a few snippets it wouldn't be enough or they would think it was possibly fabricated. So I had like 82 pages of skype conversation screen shots and call timers. 

Is it really over kill? should I just take pages from each month? I just don't want there to be any trouble. I figure too much information is better than too little. 

 

I brought a screen shot of our skype convos 2x a month, once around the 1st, again around the 15th. They just want to see that you've continued the relationship. That along with phone logs, text logs, emails, handwritten letters or packages in the mail... if you go/went back again for a visit while it is/was processing, that looks good too.

 

Best bet is to actually BE THERE for the interview. Not all embassies will allow you in the room for the interview, but your presence will be known, so it makes an impact!

 

You can definitely bring them all. But I would recommend that you put aside a smaller stack with snippets every couple weeks (or every week if you like), and offer the larger one to the CO if they want it.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 12:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

 

I have boarding passes, photographs, passport stamps as proof of meeting in person as well as some receipts and tickets from parks that we've taken photographs of together. 

The Skype log is really just to show there is an ongoing relationship. Secondly, our conversations are mostly in Greek, so, and most are spoken conversations, not text conversations. So the log is fractured. Sometimes she would be talking and I would be replying with text, or vice versa. 

 

The whole log is unnecessary, just a couple snippets of you two communicating 2-3 times a month over the span of when you filed up to the interview.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 09:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of Ongoing relationship

I sent the following:

 

  1. Pictures of us together alone (and a kiss photo, but no tongue, they don't want porn :lol:  )
  2. Pictures of us at various landmarks in Argentina.
  3. Pictures of me with him and his family.
  4. Pictures of us at a Cafe in Argentina, and a photocopy of the receipt of our meal there.
  5. Scans of my passport with the passport stamps.
  6. Photocopies of my boarding passes
  7. Screenshots of our skype conversations, 2x a month, around the 1st and 15th (to show a continued relationship).
  8. Text and call logs of me calling his magicjack number, or texting his email.

We brought updated logs and whatnot for the interview, and I was present for it. Its not usually required, but some embassies/consulates "unofficially require" the USC's presence, so check in on that.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-23 14:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1 visa photo evidence, to date or not

Just the month and year would be sufficient. You're supposed to write who is in the photos, the location and the general date. This helps the IO's reviewing your petition get an idea of the timeline with the photos in accordance to your visit(s).


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-26 09:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIncome requirement - complicated situation

We are in a similar situation.  Both living abroad, zero US income (which is what they care about).  We are getting a co-sponsor since we'll need one anyway for AOS and the i-864.  And from what I can tell, even if I did move back before the interview and get a job, people say they look at last year's tax returns, so would probably want me to have a co-sponsor anyway.  

 

Check your regional board to see what people say whatever consulate in Australia you are going to accepts for support.

 

A letter from your current employer stating your hire date, salary/rate, position, full/part time, temp/contract/permenant, would be enough along with pay stubs.


d3adc0d3Not TellingArgentina2014-09-24 12:45:00