ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 Birth certificate
Hi,

Yes you will need to send in original civil documents (and a photo copy of each civil document) with your DS-230.

The birth certificate may be a problem, you may require further proof.

Birth Certificates (India) link

Available. Prior to l970, the reporting of births was voluntary. Birth certificates of Europeans, Anglo-Indians, Armenian Christians, Jews and Parsis born prior to l970 may be obtained from the State Registrar General of Births, Deaths, and Marriages. No standard or uniform certificate is issued by the authorities. In addition, acceptable certificates may often be obtained from the municipal and rural registration records, which are maintained under the state laws. Europeans, Anglo-Indians, and Indian Christians are usually able to obtain church baptismal certificates.

Under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act of l969, births are required to be registered in almost all of the States and Union Territories of India. Birth certificates are available to any applicant born on or after April l, l970, upon payment of a nominal fee to the appropriate authority.

In cases where birth certificates from the authorities are unavailable or contain insufficient information regarding the birth or the parents, a sworn affidavit executed by either the parents, if living, or other close relatives older than the applicant, may be submitted. It should set forth the relationship between the deponent and the applicant, how well the deponent knows the applicant, date and place of the applicant's birth, the names of both parents, and any other related facts. Such an affidavit, when a birth certificate is unavailable, should be accompanied by a document from a competent governmental authority confirming that the certificate does not exist, or no longer exists.

Edited by trailmix, 19 November 2009 - 11:05 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-19 23:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUnfiled Taxes
QUOTE (MOB @ Nov 22 2009, 09:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Tintenfisch @ Nov 22 2009, 12:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have a question about this too. My fiancee didnt have to file taxes for 2006 and 2007 because he was a student with no income. Does he need to do it anyway? What are we supposed to do otherwise since they want to see three years of filed taxes?
Sorry, for adding it to your question but I figured I dont need to start another topic.


Hello,

My wife sent only the tax return of 2008 to the NVC. This was enough for them.


Yes, the instructions state that you only need to send the last year of returns. You would only send 3 years of returns if you think it would help to prove income in some way.

That said, you do have to file all 3 years, even though you are only sending one and I would recommend that you take the other 2 with you to the interview.

If a person made little to no money in a year they may not be required to file a return, in which case you would attach a note to the I-864 stating that - the 1040 instructions for each year state what the cut off amount is, you can google them, have a look and see what the cut off was.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-22 12:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresStill waiting for my Visa (Cr-1)
Yes, what Malrothien is indeed correct.

Here is the thing. There is a place on the DS-230 where you can mark a box to say that you would like to have your SS card sent to you automatically. If you did mark this then, in theory it should show up in the mail at some point.

It does not alway work - so if you haven't seen your SS card in say, two weeks, it's best to go to the SS office and apply yourself.

Good luck
trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-23 14:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust Approval - no interview date yet? Anyone else?
You might want to have a look at this thread, it will give you a good idea of current wait times and who, from VJ, are waiting:

Montreal CR1/IR1 Timeline to Interview Thread

Good Luck good.gif


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-18 14:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEntering US before endorsing IR-1?
Hi,

Where does your Husband live? That will determine whether or not it is ok to use your visa when you cross the border not intending to reside there right away.

You don't need to have your undercarriage washed - you won't need to pay duty on your personal car.

There are many threads about importing your car in the Canada forum

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trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-27 14:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhen did they start asking for the long form (birth certificate)?
QUOTE (Uriel Avalos @ Nov 25 2009, 01:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
On the other hand, I still don't know if I should ditch the lawyer. She and her secretaries have gotten really nasty and I should probably ditch her just for that...


Yeah, I don't think I would pay someone to be nasty to me - people will do that for free laughing.gif


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-25 16:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhen did they start asking for the long form (birth certificate)?
If your birth certificate seems to be valid, ie: it is from the correct office and it contains all of the information they require - then they may have made a mistake (yes they do make mistakes). If you believe this to be the case you should call NVC and ask to speak to a supervisor and explain this.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-25 14:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeelp !!!!!
Yes.
trailmixFemaleCanada2009-11-21 17:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Euro Income
Also, you will need to indicate on the I-864 why you did not file taxes - attach a note stating: I did not file returns for the past three years as I did not earn enough to be required to do so.

If it is only you and your spouse you will need to show assets of 54,636.00. If the money is not in U.S. dollars you will need to convert it at the current exchange rate. Note this on the I-864 as well.

There is no specific exchange rate you must use - links to some of the more common ones can be found on this IRS page:

http://www.irs.gov/b...=130524,00.html

Good luck good.gif


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-04 02:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresproof documents
Yes it's very long and can be confusing. The only way you will know if they accepted your I-864 is if your case gets a case complete at NVC or they send you another RFE.

And no, a big wedding/small wedding, doesn't matter.




trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-05 15:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresproof documents
im getting kinda of scared about interview which we dont even have a date for and will be in MONTREAL not sure how back logged they are.

Hi - the current wait time for an interview in Montreal (after completion at NVC) is around 160 days - or 5 plus months. You can view the Montreal timeline to interview thread in the Canada forum here

i read lots of forms about people having proof with them
please if anyone can write me and tell me what i should all have in a package for proof.
i would be so greatful
i can start to gather that info before my interview

You basically need proof that you have an ongoing relationship. Most of the stuff you have been reading probably applies to K visas, not CR1/IR1 - they are fiance(e) visas and the same thing does not really apply here. You will want to bring some proof though, do you have a joint bank account, any other joint accounts? A couple of pictures together?


also anyone know what i should expect to be asked at interview as well as my children age 15 and 8
my children are my husbands step children
any info people can offer i am accepting as this has been a very long and hard process

They will probably ask you general things, like how did you meet, why did you decide to get married etc etc.

also i really dont know how to make timeline

To add your timeline so people can view it, just click on the My Assistant link in the top right hand side of this page. Then click on Add/Edit my timeline from the menu that pops up. The my assistant tool is also really helpful for other things, like finding your last 10 posts.




trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-05 13:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurespackage 3 and 4
Hi,

My Husband didn't have his medical in Montreal, so i'm not sure what the currrent charges are, it would be better to post in the Canada forum.

When you get your interview date you will know that the I-864 has been accepted by NVC - the CO at your interview makes all final decisions and will let you know at that time if he thinks it is acceptable. If you think there is a problem with the I-864, please post details and then we can assist you.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-05 15:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurespackage 3 and 4
Hi!

The whole package 3/4 thing doesn't really apply to IR1/CR1 visa applicants (it applies to K visa applicants) - it would kind of apply if you filed DCF, which I am assuming you didn't.

Package 4 for IR1/CR1 applicants is pretty much receiving your interview date/letter/email.

Edited by trailmix, 05 December 2009 - 01:15 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-05 13:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp! Confused!
He tenderheart and welcome,

Can you please fill in your timeline, it helps all of us to track waiting times smile.gif

To do that just click on the My Assistant link at the top right hand side of this page, then choose Add/Edit my timeline.

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trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-05 15:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLiving Abroad Process Logistics IR-1/CR-1
You're welcome good.gif


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-09 17:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLiving Abroad Process Logistics IR-1/CR-1
QUOTE (Mrs. Silverman @ Dec 9 2009, 11:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks Trailmix, that's a great idea! Also, how did you prove you were going to reestablish domicile in the US? As he is down here we are using his parents as co-sponsors, so do we still need to prove it or only my in-laws?


Your Husband, as the U.S. citizen, will also have to prove domicile or intent to reestablish domicile no later than the intending immigrant.

Although you are using a joint sponsor, he is still the primary sponsor and of course will fill out an I-864.

There is a thread about proving intent to reestablish domicile here:

http://www.visajourn...howtopic=164618

Also be sure to check out all of the instructions about domicile on the I-864.

QUOTE (vermontcostarica @ Dec 9 2009, 11:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Maybe I don't know what "domicile" is. If you were in CANADA what does that mean?


No, you do understand, I mean 'domicile' means you are actually living there - even if, say you lived in another country temporarily for a couple of months (how much time you have been out of the U.S. is one important factor), if you have your residence and money and car etc etc all still in the U.S. - for immigration purposes you are probably still considered 'domiciled' there.

But, there are many cases where a spouse has immigrated to another country and can't really be considered domiciled in the U.S. anymore - that is where the 'reestablishing' domicile part comes in.

Anyway, if you read the thread above it will probably make more sense smile.gif

Edited by trailmix, 09 December 2009 - 03:09 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-09 15:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLiving Abroad Process Logistics IR-1/CR-1
QUOTE (vermontcostarica @ Dec 9 2009, 11:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks all -

So Trailmix,

you guys were both in Canada living and they didn't ask you to prove domicile in the US for any reason?




QUOTE (trailmix @ Dec 9 2009, 01:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well, all I can say is we did it, from Canada. They sent all the stuff to our Canadian address, didn't seem to be a problem. Not sure why someone would tell you that so I can't really speak to that.



Absolutely I had to prove 'reestablishing' domicile - all sponsors not living in the U.S. have to prove domicile or intent to reestablish it smile.gif

Yes it is Mrs. Silverman, thanks!

Another option, if you decide to use your parent's address, if you follow the guides on VJ you can really pretty much send them everything in advance that NVC will need so after you pay your fees online (at the NVC stage) you can tell them when to send a particular envelope for the DS-230 or the I-864. While you are waiting for your I-130 to be approved you have a few months to gather all civil documents you will need, download and sign all the forms and get them to them before they are needed.

Edited by trailmix, 09 December 2009 - 01:34 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-09 13:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLiving Abroad Process Logistics IR-1/CR-1
Well, all I can say is we did it, from Canada. They sent all the stuff to our Canadian address, didn't seem to be a problem. Not sure why someone would tell you that so I can't really speak to that.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-09 13:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLiving Abroad Process Logistics IR-1/CR-1
Hi,

Yes, no problem living in another country and filing your stuff directly with USCIS/NVC (we did it). Just give them your address in Costa Rica, your documents can be mailed there and you can mail/courier them back.

If you would prefer to use your parents address, or have them mail the stuff back for you after forwarding to them - you can do that too.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-09 13:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPostponing Interview?? How long can i do this for?
Hi Amy,

Well currently Montreal is taking more like 5-6 months to schedule an interview - so you may be looking at around April-May for an interview (unless they pick up the pace considerably).

There are a few people who post in the Canada forum here that I have seen, that have rescheduled their interviews. Generally you kind of go to the back of the line. So if that were the case you might not see an interview until September next year.

Anyway, it's really difficult to say, Montreal is so backed up right now, but they say they are working on it, so if things did pick up who knows when you might get rescheduled.

As for ramifications in general, they don't seem to really care if you reschedule.




trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-10 10:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresStill hoping for clarity DCF vs. IR-1/CR-1 Costa Rica
Hi,

I can't answer your question very specifically because all consulates are different when viewing the subject of domicile. I can however explain to you what it is. (Oh and applying by mailing your application to the U.S. or through DCF, doesn't matter, you still have to provide the same proof).

For U.S. immigration purposes there are 2 types of domicile and then there is intent to reestablish domicile.

1. Actual domicile - you actually live in the U.S.

2. Temporary absence. While you live in another country, you are only there temporarily - think 'visiting' - things like applying for PR status in that country would make it almost impossible for you to prove this.

2. Reestablishing domicile. This is where you must prove that you 'intend to reestablish domicile in the U.S. no later than the intending immigrant'. So basically they are saying that, we know you don't live there - however prove to us that you are planning to move back before or with the immigrant.

9 FAM 40.41 N6.1-2 Establishing U.S. Domicile
(CT:VISA-823; 07-14-2006)
a. A petitioner living abroad not meeting the criteria in 9 FAM 40.41 N6.1-1
who wishes to qualify as a sponsor must satisfy you:

(1) That he or she has taken steps to establish a domicile in the United States;
(2) That he or she has either already taken up physical residence in the United States or will do so currently with the applicant;
(3) The sponsor does not have to precede the applicant to the United States but, if he or she does not do so, he or she must at least arrive in the United States concurrently with the applicant;
(4) The sponsor must establish an address (a house, an apartment, or arrangements for accommodations with family or friend) and either must have already taken up physical residence in the United States;
or
(5) Must at a minimum to satisfy you that he or she intends to take up residence there no later than the time of the applicant’s immigration to the United States.

b. Although there is no time frame for the resident to establish residence, you must be satisfied that the sponsor has, in fact, taken up residence in the United States. Evidence that the sponsor has established a domicile in the United States and is either physically residing there or intends to do so before or concurrently with the applicant include the following:

(1) Opening a bank account;
(2) Transferring funds to the United States;
(3) Making investments in the United States;
(4) Seeking employment in the United States;
(5) Registering children in U.S. schools;
(6) Applying for a social security number; and
(7) Voting in local, state or federal elections.

c. If a petitioner cannot satisfy the domicile requirement, joint sponsor cannot be accepted and the applicant must be refused pursuant to INA

U.S. Department of State Foreign Affairs Manual Volume 9 - Visas
9 FAM 40.41 Notes Page 27 of 35

Edited by trailmix, 11 December 2009 - 05:45 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-11 17:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMontreal Interview Documents to Bring
QUOTE (biglos @ Dec 4 2009, 10:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wow..thats helps, especially with the Police Cert. Where you interviewed Montreal?

Thanks for the tip!


Hi,

She has to have interviewed in Montreal, it is the only consulate in Canada that processes IR1/CR1 visas good.gif

congrats on your interview biglos, i'm adding you to the Montreal timeline to interview thread!

http://www.visajourn...h...&start=1770




trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-04 12:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA few first hand lessons learned with NVC processing....
QUOTE (newtica @ Dec 14 2009, 05:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks so much for the info. I can't believe I missed the boat on things to send with the DS230...it should come with an instruction page like the I130 and AOS. Why doesn't it?? Anyway, I called the NVC and they said that sometimes the USCIS (sometimes? what??) sends all the documents to the NVC. Since I sent the originals of everything, including translations, to the USCIS and they accepted them, then they very well could have made it to the NVC in which case they would not need anything further. For some reason the guy on the phone could tell me they received my mail (sent 2 weeks ago...) but would not know for a couple more weeks whether or not they got the documents from USCIS. Ok....what? Shouldn't it all be right there? Sorry, venting a little.


I just realized you meant you didn't send your civil documents with your DS-230 at all (didn't realize you are already at the NVC stage). That is probably going to be a problem. What about the police certificate(s) did you send those to USCIS too? What exactly did you send with your DS-230?

Edited by trailmix, 14 December 2009 - 09:06 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-14 21:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA few first hand lessons learned with NVC processing....
QUOTE (newtica @ Dec 14 2009, 05:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks so much for the info. I can't believe I missed the boat on things to send with the DS230...it should come with an instruction page like the I130 and AOS. Why doesn't it?? Anyway, I called the NVC and they said that sometimes the USCIS (sometimes? what??) sends all the documents to the NVC. Since I sent the originals of everything, including translations, to the USCIS and they accepted them, then they very well could have made it to the NVC in which case they would not need anything further. For some reason the guy on the phone could tell me they received my mail (sent 2 weeks ago...) but would not know for a couple more weeks whether or not they got the documents from USCIS. Ok....what? Shouldn't it all be right there? Sorry, venting a little.


No problem. I don't really know, I have never seen anyone post that their originals ventured from USCIS to NVC - which is not to say it has never happened, i've just never seen anyone post it.

Good luck good.gif

Edited by trailmix, 14 December 2009 - 07:57 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-14 19:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA few first hand lessons learned with NVC processing....
While it does state on the State Department Website:

Translation Requirements

All documents not in English, or in the official language of the country in which application for a visa is being made, must be accompanied by certified translations. The translation must include a statement signed by the translator that states that the:

Translation is accurate, and
Translator is competent to translate.

Be sure to double check with the consulate you will interview at as they may require you to translate anyway - it is consulate specific.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-14 19:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA few first hand lessons learned with NVC processing....
Grats speed

Guide for NVC is here:

http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

Specifications for which documents they require - by country - is here (just select your country from the drop down box at the top):

http://travel.state....ocity_3272.html

Edited by trailmix, 14 December 2009 - 07:02 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-14 19:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA few first hand lessons learned with NVC processing....
Hi,

No you didn't have to. USCIS asks for copies, as in photocopies, not originals - from the I-130 instructions, page 2:

Copies. If these instructions state that a copy of a document may be filed with this petition, submit a copy. If you choose to send the original, USCIS may keep that original for our records. If USCIS requires the original, it will be requested.

Any originals you sent to USCIS with your I-130 will not be forwarded to NVC. NVC wants originals only, so you send them the original (certified copy from the Government office etc that issues it) plus a photocopy of each document as well.

Any originals you send to the NVC (except police certificates) should be returned to you at the interview.

Edited by trailmix, 14 December 2009 - 06:53 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-14 18:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC emailed for missing info?
Yes, I assume that is why you didn't get any other responses, sdw is correct that you are....correct.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-16 15:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCan I send paperwork before getting NVC packet?
QUOTE (aworldapart @ Dec 12 2009, 08:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It's been 3 weeks since I received the NoA2 from USCIS (11/20/09) so I called the automated line today and they've already assigned a case number so I'm wondering if I can go ahead and at least send in our DS-3032s and maybe the AOS.

Any help from anyone who has been through this part already would be appreciated. Is there anything else I can send in at this point?


Hi and welcome smile.gif


Montreal also has a pilot project for Electronic Processing, more info on that can be found here:

http://travel.state..../visa_4409.html
trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-12 12:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNot employed since last 9 months
Again, nothing is guaranteed, but I haven't seen anyone outright denied for insufficient income.

They would probably send the petitioner away and ask for more support proof.

Keep in mind they look at the whole picture. I assume you were employed before the 9 month unemployment. Hopefully you income was such that you look like a good candidate for supporting the immigrant in the future.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-19 13:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 - what is it exactly?
QUOTE (christeen @ Dec 19 2009, 08:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Generally, the money would have to be in the US and it is the US spouse that is the responsible sponsor and must be able to support the intending immigrant. We recently ran into issues about the money being in a foreign account and had to do some money shuffling to prove that we had sufficient assets in the United States...

As far as the domicile, the US sponsor MUST have residency and prove that they actually LIVE in the USA... This is a BIG issue in Canada so you might want to check out the Canada forum and do a topic search if there are any questions...


Actually they don't have to prove that they live in the U.S. - they can prove they are reestablishing domicile. Plus the OP is not in Canada - she is in Japan.

The instructions regarding domicile are in the I-864 instructions, once you have had a look please post if you have any questions smile.gif

Also, we used funds in a Canadian bank as assets (most of the funds were in US dollars though). Each consulate probably has their own ideas about assets, best to ask the consulate you will be interviewing at.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-19 23:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 - what is it exactly?
As sachinky mentioned, it is really important to read all the instructions for the I-864 (well for all forms - but this one in particular). I can see where it might be a bit confusing - it keeps stating that the immigrant needs the form - well they do - but it is the U.S. citizen that fills it out.

As the U.S. citizen is not living in the U.S. - it makes your application a little bit trickier.

- You need to prove that the U.S. citizen earns income of at least 125% of the poverty guidelines, for 2 people (I assume it's just you two). If that income will not continue when he moves back to the U.S., it cannot be counted for the I-864.

- If that is the case you will either have to prove that you have assets at 3 x's the 125% for two people. The Poverty Guidelines (I-864p) for 2 people at 125% is $18,212 - so you would need to prove that you have 3 times that - or $54,636 US dollars in assets.

- OR you will need to get a U.S. cosponsor that can prove they can support their family and you at 125% of the poverty guidelines.

There is also the issue of proving reestablishing domicile. I don't know how strict they are about this in Japan - but you still have to address it.

Edited by trailmix, 19 December 2009 - 12:39 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-19 12:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFor how long can the American consulate hold my PP for Cr-1 Visa stamping?
QUOTE (Casper206 @ Dec 23 2009, 03:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for replying. You think congressman can help? do you know anyone or heard of congressman helping in this matter?
Will talk to my wife and see what she can do, thanks


Yes I have, they can contact Montreal, they will actually speak to them, just not to us, their customers laughing.gif


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-23 19:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFor how long can the American consulate hold my PP for Cr-1 Visa stamping?
Montreal can be very very difficult to get hold of, as you have found.

So it's not that you need the passport, it's that you are wondering when you will get your visa.

I would recommend that your U.S. citizen spouse/fiancee call their congressman and ask them to look in to it for you.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-23 16:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFor how long can the American consulate hold my PP for Cr-1 Visa stamping?
QUOTE (Casper206 @ Dec 23 2009, 01:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes every week still no reply


Which consulate?

I would recommend you make an appointment and go to the consulate and ask them for your passport, if you need it. Otherwise they will just keep it until they are ready to issue the visa.

But to answer your question - they will keep it as long as they want to (but you absolutely can request to have it returned)

Edited by trailmix, 23 December 2009 - 03:13 PM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-23 15:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC will Ask about wt?!
The intending immigrant will need to submit those documents - police checks and your long form birth certificate (one with your parents names on it) etc etc.

Basically: link

Birth Certificate
Court and Prison Records
Deportation Documentation
Marriage Certificate
Marriage Termination Documentation
Military Records
Petitioner Documents
Photocopy of Valid Passport Biographic Data Page
Police Certificate(s)
Custody Documentation

Check here for specific documents required for Egypt:

http://travel.state...._3554.html#docs




trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-23 13:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWife Is A US Citizen & We Need A Co-Sponsor
QUOTE (john_and_marlene @ Dec 23 2009, 05:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Since you are already in the US, don't bother with the CR1 visa. File I-130 along with an adjustment of status if you can find a cosponsor.


I know that you support people with immigrant intent crossing the border and filing for an adjustment of status, rather than applying for a K or IR visa.

I also know that you have court cases that you put forth as evidence that this can work.

My question to you would be, why does the U.S. Government state that this is illegal, if that is not the case. Why are there K visas at all?

I would also ask you, if these posters attempt to do what you suggest they do and they are turned down because they had immigrant intent when they entered the U.S. are YOU going to be there for them to support them and to pay for a lawyer so they can file a lawsuit against the government?

I do think it is irresponsible to post one line answers that could land the poster in a lot of trouble - IF you are not willing to stand behind it and support this couple should they take your advice and be in need of legal assistance or support them if they have to change their plans and move to Canada instead.

Entry to the U.S. while Petition is Pending

All persons traveling to the U.S. as visitors or students, Canadian or other nationality, under U.S. law are deemed to be intending immigrants and thus inadmissible for temporary purposes until they have an immigrant visa in hand. The burden of qualifying for any visa for entry to the U.S. rests solely with the applicant. Entry to the U.S. is solely up to a Department of Homeland Security/Customs and Border Protection (DHS/CBP) officer at the Port of Entry. While intending immigrants may have and lawfully seek to exercise a dual intent to be a visitor or student now and an immigrant later, it is against U.S. law to enter the U.S. as a visitor or student with the intent to wait for or seek immigrant status while in the U.S. Anyone who attempts to enter the U.S. by misrepresentation, or unlawfully, may face severe sanctions up to and including permanent ineligibility to enter the U.S.

http://www.consular....sa_relative.asp


Edited by trailmix, 23 December 2009 - 10:12 AM.

trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-23 10:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresnow worried please help
Sorry my last reply was so unclear, I was in a hurry I guess lol

But yes - American's have to claim ALL of their income, worldwide income - now he will probably get to exclude it all - up to around 85 thousand in foreign income - however, he still should have stated it on the return.




trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-25 23:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresnow worried please help
I really don't know. The thing is, on your husband should have claimed his Canadian income on his U.S. return, did he not do that?


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-25 21:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresnow worried please help
It wouldn't let me edit the above post but I also wanted to say:

I think that you are hoping the officer willl forget about it and not ask you again for your Husband's Canadian tax returns? Did he give you a sheet of paper asking you for certain items to be sent to him?

None of us has a crystal ball, so you will just have to wait and see - if they approve you fine, if they send the request back for further information, I again, strongly suggest you contact a good immigration attorney.

Sending back only part of the information he requested may just leave you sitting and waiting. He may not even respond, just wait for you to send the tax returns.


trailmixFemaleCanada2009-12-25 20:01:00