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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdo not have pics together
Pictures are only secondary evidence, as photoshop is pretty easy for doctoring pics to simulate a meeting. The best evidence to use is passport stamps, showing that you have visited the country. Also, copies of boarding passes and hotel receipts, or any other type of receipt, like restaurants to show you've been there.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-15 07:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Apr 16 2008, 05:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well, i'm resurrecting this post from the depths of the VJ servers to let you all know that we have filed our petition!

When I first posted back in September the road ahead looked quite daunting. So many of you responded to my posts and questions and I knew right away this place would be a lifeline for us! I've learned a lot in these 7 months! My divorce was FINALLY final on Monday and we sent the petition overnight on Tuesday! It was signed for by Paul Novak today at 1:15!

It's been such a long road for us already but we persevered and now we are on to the next chapter. Thank you all for your help and support to get us to this point! It means all the difference in the world to have the support to not only do this right but also just to know we are not alone.

Thanks again.


Congrats Kim on getting started! I hope your petition flies through Vermont!!! Good luck!!!!
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-17 07:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (devilette @ Sep 28 2007, 02:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (julezabelle @ Sep 28 2007, 06:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (TracyTN @ Sep 28 2007, 08:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Add me to the Scarlett Letter club...!

Guess its a miracle we were ever approved, eh? whistling.gif


Me too blush.gif I guess all hope is lost for me getting my fiance approved. wacko.gif



Might as well give up now, J. You sissie. devil.gif Tracy fingers crossed they approve your AOS! laughing.gif


ohmy.gif Thanks for the vote of confidence. I am defeated! You really are a devil. devil.gif
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-28 14:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (TracyTN @ Sep 28 2007, 08:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Add me to the Scarlett Letter club...!

Guess its a miracle we were ever approved, eh? whistling.gif


Me too blush.gif I guess all hope is lost for me getting my fiance approved. wacko.gif
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-28 08:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Sep 27 2007, 02:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm a little confused with the other discussion that is going on. Are you talking about me going there to be with him with my children until we are approved for 'whatever'?

Anything is possible at this point. I work for myself and mostly online so I can, and have, worked from abroad before. My family, including my 'x', is supportive of this relationship and helps in any way they can...including financially. My only problem would be my children's schooling. I am not opposed to schooling them myself BUT it is an issue we have not even addressed as of yet.

Is this what you mean?


They are discussing Direct Consular Filing (DCF), which means you'd marry in NZ (or where ever), live there together for 6 months and apply directly with the US Embassy there for your then husband to come to live in the US with you.
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-27 13:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Kim - Applying for and being denied a tourist visa will have no bearing on your fiance getting a K1 visa.

Regarding 3rd party country visits, just meet somewhere other than the US. For example, I am meeting my fiance in Canada next week for a few days. You shouldn't have any issues meeting up somewhere, aside from any financial constraints.

Yeah, its hell waiting, but it will be well worth the wait!
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-27 13:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Sep 27 2007, 01:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
They almost beg you to get married 'illegally' and then file the K3, don't they?


The K3 takes even longer than the K1. Do you mean to get married while in the US on the VWP and try to adjust status from that?
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-27 12:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
As I pointed out in my post above, your only option is to try for a tourist visa. And as I also pointed out, it is unlikely that he'll be granted one. Otherwise, you will have to settle for meeting in third party countries until such time that his K1 visa is issued.
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-27 12:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (devilette @ Sep 27 2007, 12:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Sep 27 2007, 09:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you for your reply.

He had been in and out too often this year on the VWP. Although he did leave the country before 90 days were up and did not violate the law per`se, he did always come back soon after as we just wanted to be together.

The official's were sympathetic but stated that the VW is not to be used for temporary residency.



This comes up often and so I would like to ask - how many months (total) has he been here in 2007?


Or over a rolling 12 month period, since that is they way its evaluated, from what I understand. Its once you spend more time here than in your own country that it becomes a problem, and from what the OP said, I think its reasonable to assume that that is exactly what happened.
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-27 11:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
If you are going to try for a B2 tourist Visa, do it before you send off the I-129f petition. However, the application for a tourist visa does ask about who you will be staying with. If they ask him if he is, at some point, going to marry you the application will be denied point blank as they perceive him as an intending immigrant. Which he is, just not specifically at this time. But the point is moot with the embassy. I would guess that he will be denied a tourist visa as my fiance was not too long ago, for all the reasons I listed above. And he, too, had several long visits on the VWP.

We, too, are now faced with a long separation and it stinks! Its funny just how much your situation paralels my own. We had to wait out messy divorces too!!

Anyway, good luck to you! And welcome to VJ!
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-09-27 11:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescan i visit the us again for 3 months?
The VWP allows you to enter for 90 dyas at a time. There is no written guidelines on how much time you can spend in the US during a 12 month period. For example, my fiance spent nearly 9 months in a 12 month period with as little as six weeks in between the first 2 visits and about 11 weeks in between vists 3 and 4. On the third visit, he was grilled for a while. They didn't think he was a terrorist, but that he was technically living in the US. So, if they think you are abusing the true purpose of the VWP, you may be hassled.

It will really all boil down to the Immigrations officer at the POE. Just be calm, truthful and prepared to show ties to the UK.

Good luck!!
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-28 14:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGoing back to fly home with him POE Questio
I find that telling the truth works best.

I visited my fiance in the UK right after his visa was approved but before he was coming to the US. I simply explained that I was there for a week's visit and that he'd be following me to the US on his K1 visa 5 days after my visit was over. There was no issue whatsoever.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-28 18:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLetter of Intent to Marry
QUOTE (EgyptianLove @ Mar 28 2008, 01:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thank you all!

I really wanted to get to the post office today but i guess i should wait until next week. does anyone know if it has to be notarized?


We did not include notarized letters of intent and had no problems being approved.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-03-28 12:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance is in France but from other country a few questions.
USCIS does concern themselves as to whether or not an intending immigrant is legally present in the country in which he/she resides. However, in order to obtain a visa to the US, the individual will need a current, valid passport.

I would encourage you to read the guides here to determine what is the best type of visa for you guys and to read up on bringing over an Algerian fiance/spouse. Individuals from some countries have a tougher time obtaining an immigrant visa. Its good to know what you may be up against. If you read in the Middle East / North Africa forum on this site you should find some helpful information.

The one certainty is that a current, valid passport is necessary.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-06-02 15:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes a denial at POE affect K-1?
Well, I think it really depends on what, if anything, they stamp in your passport if you are denied entry. For example, if they stamp your passport indicating you have a 10 year ban on entering the US, then it will certainly cause problems for you with the K1 as you'll need to file a hardship waiver to overcome the ban.

As for NVC and your presence in the US, it will have no bearing whatsoever.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-05-21 10:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPremium Processing
QUOTE (lancer1655 @ Dec 28 2007, 05:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm against higher fees to expedite simply because those Federal Pigs should NOT get more money. In fact I think we should have a right to withhold all of our taxes for a year because the Federal Government is failing US. (Yes I am a Libertarian...lets not get into that)


LOL @ Federal Pigs
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-12-28 18:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPremium Processing
Welcome to 12 months ago. blink.gif
*julez*FemaleEngland2007-12-28 11:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDating issue
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Aug 22 2008, 01:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
doesn't matter wink.gif

do you really need a lawyer? wink.gif


I agree, it doesn't matter.

And regarding Kim's second question, since you've completed all the paperwork yourself and compiled all the supporting documentation, why pay a lawyer to mail the documents for you?
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-08-22 12:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresproof of relationship when not having met in 2 years
Find the time to see eachother in person before you send in the I-129f petition. Your chances of approval without doing so are slim to none.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-09-03 09:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDocumentary Proof of Having Met in Person in the Past Two Years and an Ongoing Relationship
Send in copies of passport stamps, copies of boarding passes and itineraries and copy any receipts for purchases you may have made in each other's countries. Regarding pictures, 3 - 5 will be more than adequate. In fact, I know of more than a few people who had petitions approved with no photo evidence whatsoever.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-09-03 12:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCultural misunderstanding or fraud?
I'm guessing that this situation has been resolved one way or the other by now since the OP's last post was in January.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-09-19 12:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed some advices
The problem you are faced with is that by staying in the US for long periods of time with short trips back to france is that you give the appearance of living in the US. And, if you think about it, you technically are.

I find it highly dubious that any USCIS agent would issue a letter on your behalf, certifying that you don't have immigrant intent, since you do, based on the fact that an I-129f petition has been filed on your behalf.

My husband and I ran into a similar problem in 2007 and opted to spend the time apart rather than risk his being rejected upon arrival. Which, if you chance it again might happen. The good news is that if you are rejected at the POE that it will have no bearing on your getting a K1 visa.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-09-19 14:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures(help, help, help) don't want to waste any more time.
Amazingly, the guides here on VJ have the answers that you seek:

http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1guide

Scroll down and you will see a list of documents you need to collect for your fiancee once the NOA2 is issued.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-09-19 09:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy boyfriend came to visit on the VWP
You've been given correct info today by pushbrk & Tay rivers, to name a few. Just ignore those who hold you in judgement. I'd start getting your paperwork together and ignore this thread going forward.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-10-01 14:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdigital copy of Divorce Decree
When my now husband presented himself for a K1 visa interview at the US Embassy in London, the original documentation he presented was in reference to his own divorce, not mine.

As I understand it, divorce is not allowed in the Phillippines, therefore the Filipina K1 visa seeker wouldn't need to supply an original divorce decree for herself as she would only ever have possibly dissoved a marriage through annulment. In that case original annulment documentation would be required. The USC would have previously provided documentary evidence of being free to marry during the I129f petition filing.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-10-02 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures1st post former NSC adjudicator now petitioner
QUOTE (Richard and Li @ Apr 23 2008, 10:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (julezabelle @ Apr 23 2008, 08:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
[It doesn't need to stay at the top. There are all kinds of stickied threads designed to answer the "repeat offender" questions and yet on any given day you still see the same old, tired questions. he problem is most people don't read!

If people were more proactive and used the search feature they'd quite easily find the answers to their questions. Unfortunately, most people can't be bothered to take the time to read the guides and search the forums before posting a new question that's already been asked a thousand times.


There will always be new members joining VJ. Some arn't aware of the available resources and need a bit of guidance.

The last thing people who are separated from their loved ones need (who are here for support as well as information) are people who post a million times a day making jaded remarks.

If you don't like questions from newbies, stay out of those threads.


I have no problems with questions from newbies. The problem I do have is that so many people aren't willing to examine just what is available on Visa Journey before posting a question. And I really don't think that is an unreasonable expectation! I am tired of the "I want it and I want now" entitlement attitude that is so prevalent.

Like those currently separated from their loved ones, I, too, was once separated from my loved one. Like Rebecca, I read the guides and searched the forums when I had any questions. 99% of the time I found what I needed without posting an additional question.

But, the bottom line regarding this thread is that there is no need whatsoever to keep this thread floating at the top of the forum for unsuspecting newbies to pose additional questions that won't be answered by the former adjudicator who no longer visits this forum.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-23 13:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures1st post former NSC adjudicator now petitioner
QUOTE (Carol and Bruno @ Apr 22 2008, 08:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (julezabelle @ Apr 21 2008, 01:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HUSKERKIEV: Last Seen: 1st November 2007 - 10:22 AM


Please post any new questions in a new thread. The OP no longer participates in this forum.

Thank you!


This may be a dead thread, but it needs to stay close to the top of the posts as the information it holds is invaluable. This thread has answers to the plethora of questions asked daily on VJ by emotional, stressed-out, impatient VJ'ers such as myself.



It doesn't need to stay at the top. There are all kinds of stickied threads designed to answer the "repeat offender" questions and yet on any given day you still see the same old, tired questions. he problem is most people don't read!

If people were more proactive and used the search feature they'd quite easily find the answers to their questions. Unfortunately, most people can't be bothered to take the time to read the guides and search the forums before posting a new question that's already been asked a thousand times.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-23 08:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures1st post former NSC adjudicator now petitioner
HUSKERKIEV: Last Seen: 1st November 2007 - 10:22 AM


Please post any new questions in a new thread. The OP no longer participates in this forum.

Thank you!
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-04-21 12:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to cancel approved K-1?
QUOTE (charles! @ Oct 1 2008, 03:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
mbc


This person is not yet in the US. They are trying to cancel the approved K1 petition, and therefore it seems more appropriate to the K1 forum, IMO.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-10-01 14:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to cancel approved K-1?
QUOTE (Haole @ Oct 1 2008, 02:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (chris4gretchen @ Oct 1 2008, 06:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Completely @ Oct 1 2008, 02:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I dont think Mindanao area has nice filipinas. Probably you need to live more years to discover that we a lot of great people.


I can tell you for a fact that Davao have nice filipinas. I married one and she is the best. That is not the only place to meet nice filipinas, but it is a great place to start.

and i am still not sure she really has an annullment since they usually take 8 months to a year and are expensive, yet your lady got one in a month, unless she started it along time ago and just didnt tell you and was hoping it would be final by when you filed. And then of course it wasnt.

Chris

Get a lady from Luzon. Saves a LOT of hassle and money having to fly them and house them in Manila for the interview and medical!!~
Easier and cheaper for the guy also.


Yeah, I heard they are 2 for the price of one in Luzon. rolleyes.gif
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-10-01 14:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to cancel approved K-1?
I just love how you guys make selecting a Filipina sound like going to the best butcher to get the best cut of meat.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-10-01 11:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew couple to the forum seeking advice
Your household size for the I-134 will be considered to be 5, you + Claire, plus the 3 kids.

Age difference shouldn't be a problem in London. My Brit husband is 20 yrs older than me and wasn't asked a question about the age difference. The main question they wanted to know was why we'd chosen to live in the US rather than the UK.

If you search in the UK forum here on VJ, there are a few threads about Ukers bringing over "fatherless" children. read up on that as it can take some time to get that sorted out to the Embassy's satisfaction.

Good luck.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-02 12:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiancee holiday visit, need PoE advice
QUOTE (Dave_n_Genna @ Nov 12 2008, 03:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Genna just called and made it through LA! I get to see my girl for the holidays!

She said it was really easy. They did ask her occupation, she told them Live-In Nanny, and she was cleared.


One question I have though... the last time she returned to NZ, they forgot to remove the green Visa Waiver paper from her Passport. This time the guy told her she will need to send that in, as they may think she overstayed on that visit otherwise. Is this going to totally screw up our K1??? I'm a bit horrified right now. Its not our fault at all, and she did not overstay. I do take heart in the fact that they let her back in so easily, so obviously she isnt in the computer system as an illegal.


That happened once to my husband and he never sent it in. For him, it had no bearing on subsequent visits, nor did it impact his K1 visa.

Enjoy your holidays together!
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-11-12 16:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325A-I125F
The signatures must be original. People have gotten RFEs if the adjudicating officers suspect the sig is a copy, therefore I'd recommend using blue ink so there is no question.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-03 12:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa and british mental heath act
Anecdotal evidence of K1 filers who have gone through the London Embassy suggests that the Embassy wants proof from the beneficiary's GP that the mental problems are in the past and that the individual does not pose a threat to him/herself or other, nor is in danger of becoming a public charge. I think you may have an uphill battle on your hands. Definitely consult with a knowledgable immigration lawyer, particularly one with waiver experience. Good luck.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-03 15:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresso what, exactly, does an NOA2 mean?
QUOTE (bogartnoir @ Dec 8 2008, 03:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
like, really mean? what does it entitle us to? seems like it's just one more bureaucratic hurdle and doesn't mean much. nothing is really approved until you can prove your fiancee isnt going to be a bum and you have the interview. so why am i made to think this is exciting?


The NOA2 entitles your fiance to apply for a K1 visa. Which, I presume, you want him to do and acquire?

Your choice to be excited about ti or not. I was excited, since it meant we were one step closer to being together on a permanent basis.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-09 15:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresgetting things ready for the interview
You are so right, kim! The VJ guides really are invaluable. I just printed the lists off at each step and checked the items off the list as I gathered them. We had no problems from I12f to K1 to AOS. I highly recommend following them and then ask questions if you are confused.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-10 12:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresgetting things ready for the interview
My husband was pissed that he dragged evidence to London only to have it summarily dismissed. Of course, do bring it just in case, but don't fret that it isn't adequate. There is a 99.9% chance it will never be looked at.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-10 10:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat do I do now
QUOTE (ChelleKeith @ Dec 18 2008, 04:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Keith has just broken up with me, he cant take the let downs and the being apart anymore. He said goodbye , what do i do now? We are weeks from the interview but have no cosponsor and I didnt make enough to do it so I need to know what I have to do now. I am broken , I am lost and I am all alone. This hurts so bad and I cant take the pain. He is my life and without him I am nothing.


He can't take the letdowns???? What letdowns for him? He's the one who has let you down once before, and now again!

He can't take being apart anymore???? You just left him after putting your US life on hold for 6 months! Being in an international relationship means that there will be time apart. For you two, you haven't had to spend much time apart AND you ARE in the home stretch now!

I'm sorry, but Keith sounds very selfish and very immature. If I were you, I'd cut off all communication with him and see what happens. If it's meant to be, he'll come begging for you to take him back. If not, you are truly better off not having someone who can't be strong when the going gets tough.

You've been in a bad marriage before, and I'm sure you don't want to go down that road again. Be strong for yourself Chelle. You DO deserve better than this.

I wish you peace and strength to get through this diffiuclt time.

Edited by *julez*, 19 December 2008 - 11:33 AM.

*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-19 11:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresengagement
What the others have said is true, being engaged doesn't necessarily mean you have a big, sparkly ring...just the intent to marry each other. Plenty of VJer have been approved for a K1 minus the ring. You will need to submit letters of intent to marry with your I-129f petition.
*julez*FemaleEngland2008-12-23 15:36:00