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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTax returns
The reason they ask for W2's and Tax return is to varifiy past income. Submitt most recent pay stub as proof also! That is one of the things they list. Income for past year can be varified by reviewing the "Year to Date" on last pay period of December Pay stub, in place of a W2 just so the last pay stub that you have recieved in 2012 or if you have the option to wait till W2's are issued which is in February.

Also if the necessary submit last pay stubs of various jobs which show year to date if there was multiple place of employments thought the year.
sn530MalePakistan2013-01-06 18:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVisitation visa while IR1/CR1 is in process?
you can try but generally the visa request is denied. The question is asked on the application for a visiting visa "if you are in the process or have you applied for a visa". And also the data base system will identifiy individuals who are in the process of application. It could affect the visa process... honestly not sure! I dont konw if you have seen the videos on youtube about islamabad embassy they request not to contact so they can complete the application and visa process as soon as they can without inquiry of the status of case.

Edited by sn530, 15 January 2013 - 05:58 PM.

sn530MalePakistan2013-01-15 17:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview Tomorrw Help
Are you the petitioner or the Beneficiary?
Birth certificate for the Beneficiary is the only birthcertificate that is requested by the USCIS.
I have not heard of the Petitioner being interviewed in the local USCIS office prior to Interview of the Beneficiary in Islamabad.

Can you explain the process that you are going through, what happend?

Thanks.
sn530MalePakistan2013-03-04 12:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC/Embassy Documents
Aoun look at the visa guide, it has detailed instructions if you are confuses on how to fill application look at example form section it has sample application. If you have a specific question repost your question here.
sn530MalePakistan2013-03-24 10:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion on G-325a form employment section
List as one not multiple! They look for term of employment and salary. Promotion does not really play a vital role for proof of income review.
sn530MalePakistan2013-03-24 11:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPakistani Police Cert Validity Issue
Get it done your interview should be in 3 months from now. Date on police report is not a big deal, thigs are processes slowly sometimes.
sn530MalePakistan2013-03-24 11:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about source of income for I-864

Our case was reaffirmed after a visa denial. My husband was emailed by the embassy and asked to send a new DS230, affidavit of support, passport pics, new police certificate and his passport. I sent the affidavit of support using my income of over $25,000 for a family size of 3. I am worried the the embassy will not let me sponsor my husband because it is a combination of rental income, social security and child support. I am worried that my income has to be from employment.

Could someone please put my mind at rest about my income. Will I be able to sponsor my husband or will I need a co-sponsor.


Hey carolyna, although you are above the poverty guideline and have your own income of that amount it is advisable to have a cosponscor. I just saw a case a while ago same situation and income. The person was put in AP the only difference was visa type, islamabad embassy accepts cosponcers for cr1 so send it with cosponsor who is blood related to you and has good credit and a solid income with a solid work history. Yes they do look at this stuff and can make it a reason internally to not process paperwork.
sn530MalePakistan2013-03-24 10:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresExpedite process due to medical issues?
Very unlikely, I have never heard of anyones request be accepted. would be good to hear under what circumstances the request was accepted. Possible in similar cases as requst for amnisty maybe?
sn530MalePakistan2013-01-16 19:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresneed ur guyz help ... about the I-864 & I-864 A

 
Is this a Pakistan specific suggestion?



yes.


sn530MalePakistan2013-05-25 11:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresneed ur guyz help ... about the I-864 & I-864 A

Zollo80  its strongly suggested the cosponcer for the financial support document be a parent ... in my experience I have seen a lot of people end up in Administration process and that is usually a good excuse to leave the case pending.  Also they look for someone who makes more then 40k a year which is above the necessary amount and minimum amount.  


sn530MalePakistan2013-05-24 18:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresChest medical X-ray film

They usually seal it in the packet from medical office. You have to take the sealed packet with you. They also give you a copy of the cd you can keep that with you just inccase needed in the future. 


sn530MalePakistan2013-06-01 14:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWife denied Visa - non-petitionable relationship ****PLEASE HELP****
As much as I hate to say this Facebook did do one thing right, created a method to tell a story of someones life ! I'm talking about the time line option, that might be one of the best ways to portray the development of your relationship to someone you do not know.

Also writing a simple letter addressing your concerns and providing additional information is one of the best things to do, specially when dealing with a gov. Agency. It becomes a part of documentation!But do not do not send too much info it becomes overkill.
sn530MalePakistan2012-08-19 01:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWife denied Visa - non-petitionable relationship ****PLEASE HELP****
Waoh sorry to hear this unfortunate news but do as everyone has suggestedsend proof. But don't overkill or you will have one very upset immigration agent.
sn530MalePakistan2012-08-19 00:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresYet another consummation question
hummmm sounds like the same situation i went through, have a few questions for you that might help you a little.

1. what type of visa are you planning to apply for?
2. How soon do you expect the person you plan to marry arrive in USA?
3. The justification of two people being married in pakistan is a little tricky apparently... sometimes they require photo's + documents + attestation of Docs and written and verbal confirmation of individuals that were present at the wedding. and at other times they can confuse an engagement as a wedding and refuse the Fiance visa and tell you to apply for a CR1 (married) visa.

You may want to plan ahead of what you are going to be doing... either case from the time you apply will take a year to complete. So if you are planning on getting married in pakistan and are going to apply for CR1 then you will need to have been married have proof of marrage then apply for VISA which will then take a year. (plan on holding off for a year?) Also many Beneficiaries that are Male tend to be put in AP which last anywhere from 3 months to a year and often times more. so that year might turn into 2 years :)

anyways good luck!
sn530MalePakistan2012-11-28 12:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlz help me

Your husband does not need permission he can go with you to the interview at the embassy in Pakistan.

 

It takes time for your case to move from USCIS to the NVC. You have not given it enough time. It could take 30 or more days to reach NVC.

 

The embassy will contact you when they are ready for new documents and medical. At this time your husband can order his tax transcripts and hold on to them.

 

The 2nd interview is usually more tough than the previous one it is good that your husband will be with you.

 

Relax, relax, relax this is a slow process it takes time. Once your case reaches the embassy they will need time to review it before they contact you for another interview.

 

Agreed, Listen to Carolyn she knows the process of this route.  For your second interview PREPARE for it rather then going in without preperation for your interview. Preparing for your interview means go over the documents that your husband has submitted and YOU should also know what documents you have submitted and what information the documents contain. Practice being interviewd if you get nervious for the interview. My wife when she was at the interview... noticed some of the women being interviewed did not know were there husband lived, worked, what type of work they do. Some did not even know the family names or how to spell there husbands name.  In the interview they are varifiying the information you have provided to them with you in person.  The only way to make an error in the interview is either by mistake or carelessness during the interview.  Some peoples files do get red flags based on particular demographics of cases. It coudl be a variety of reasons... but if you feel there is no reason any issues with your files then you need to prepare for your interview and do a better job. Best policy is just be honest. Also if you do not feel confident speaking english give your interview in Urdu and not english.


sn530MalePakistan2013-08-02 17:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresm so confused.....

They generally look at the most recent income... thats why they ask to submitt recent pay stubs.

For example right now its end of 2013 you have not submitted your tax's for the current year that has passed.  the cosponces income could have increased further or possibly droped to nothing. Reason for the past 3 years is more of a formaliy to check stability.  When i filed as a cosponcer for someone many years ago one year of my income was significantly less because i was attending University. 

I would suggest dont make it complicated, submitt only his.. include a most recent pay stub, they will be looking for "year to date" for 2013 income and last years tax return... that shows 2 years of history which is sufficient to make a decission.

As always try your best to not over complicate your file or sending additional unnecessary items.  If the Immigration department needs it, they will ask you for it, send only what is required and enough to make a sound judgement for them.


sn530MalePakistan2013-11-26 19:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresneed help

1. Look up the the process speed of other cases like yours for islamabad. Go to the top of the page and look for Immigation timeline and do a little sorting of what step you are at compare it with other RECENT cases! That will be your best bet to see the progress.

 

2. Yes he can accomidate you to the interview, But should he and will it help are two different questions. (in my opinion NO!) your better off practicing for your interview so at the time of the interview you do not get nervious/confused and are prepared to answer the interview questions to the best of your abilitles truthfully.

 

PM if you need some more help.


sn530MalePakistan2014-02-02 22:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPort of Entry
Agree with the 2 responses above. They asked my wife were she is going when we arrived at a different airport (Los Angeles) we live elsewhere so just respond properly to the question if they ask where you will be living.
sn530MalePakistan2014-07-14 10:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDocuments to take to the embassy for interview
Looks like va comprehensive list as the above post says pictures are one of the only b things they ask for. Don't take in too many also some proof of continued contact.
sn530MalePakistan2014-07-16 07:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP About to start the process/affidavit of support
Get started with the process ASAP! BTW why are you going with the k1 route? Why not just get married and file k3?
sn530MalePakistan2012-05-31 21:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Case Status Confusion
That means the USCIS was so impressed by your application they are sending you a Resident Card instead!... wooohoo! J/K! I heard that means they are just in the process of sending you the NOA1.

Edited by sn530, 31 May 2012 - 08:26 PM.

sn530MalePakistan2012-05-31 20:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about typing or hand-writing on the forms
If it makes you sleep better at night knowing you typed up the form and its a 100% ledgable .... that would be better.... but either case I honestly dont think it makes a difference.
sn530MalePakistan2012-05-31 20:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMisspelled Name on K1 Visa
I sometimes wonder if uscis agents trool this site to view the stats we come up with and other info.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-03 01:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFederal Works Program
Damit! I think I might have gotten a red light ticket ..... might be a national security risk!
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-03 02:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime to enter US
Jay —Kay thanks for the reply that makes sense, so essentially a beneficiary can enter up to last date of the 6 months and at the POE is issued the I94 which gives them a window of 90 days to fulfill requirements of getting married.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-03 10:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime to enter US
Good question I was wondering the same thing. Correct me if I am wrong are you asking when the visa is approved embassy usually give a visa for 6 months.... is that correct? And is the stipulation to enter USA within that 6 month period and get married within 90 days of entry still within the 6 month time frame? Does the visa expire after 6 months and does that make the beneficiary non legal resident in USA at that time?
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-03 02:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVN K1 visa
Look at the samples tab in this forum fill the ones that are required as per the letter.

That's a good place to start.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 01:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview packet

Hi all,

I really need help!

My fiancé approved the end of February and NVC sent to Consulate on March. Since then my fiancé waiting his interview package, we try to contact the Embassy through phone and email but no luck.
So, we should still wait? We are so worried because his petition will expired soon (it is only valid for four month).

Thank you in advance for your time.




How are you contacting the embassy? Phone? which phone number?

do you stil have your case number the one assigned to you at NOA1?

Try contacting USCIS and follow up with them they should give you some guidance.

I just looked up the stats on the Ethopian embassy.... does not look very consistant, some people got interviews after 4 months! thats a long time!

anyways check out the reviews by others of the embassy:
http://www.visajourn...p?cnty=Ethiopia

it will give you a good idea of what to expect and the process times.

Edited by sn530, 04 June 2012 - 10:30 AM.

sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 10:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support
Luv&Rick there is a bit of a missconception of the income and affidavite of support. Keep in mind there is a difference in past income, current income and projected income.

example, last year during the time frame of January 1st to December 31st of 2011 your fiance could have had 0 income. However perhaps they got a job in January 2012 till today and the income is 4,000 a month which would put them far above poverty level. Thats why they ask for the past 3 months of income statements and a letter from employer.

here is the poverty guidelines link ( http://aspe.hhs.gov/...12poverty.shtml ) , if you can prove that your current income projected will be greater then the povery level for the current year you should be in good standings, regardless if the lack of income in previous years.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 12:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much money can my fiancé bring to the US?
I was talking to my banker and he suggested to use this www.xoom.com for money transfer its safer then carrying money, speically since some have to practically strip down at every check point.... I seriously feel like a convict when going through a security check carrying by belt and shoes in hand.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 12:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresneed help
Hummmm that's a First! What happens when you check the online status of Uscis with your case number assigned to you at noa1 ?
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 02:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDelay in Issuance of I-129 Receipt Notices
This is for the recent applicants, I noticed some people had asked about "Receipt Notices" confirmation that the I129 has been recieved by USCIS.

There is a bit of a Back Log, Bulliten Below was issues on May 23th 2012.




http://content.govde...USDHSCIS-41b71c
__________________________________________________________________________________

Temporary Delay in Issuance of I-129 Receipt Notices
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services sent this bulletin at 05/23/2012 05:09 PM EDT
Due to the high number of recently filed I-129 petitions with USCIS, customers may experience a longer than usual period of time to receive a receipt notice from USCIS. Usually, customers can expect to receive their receipt notice within 30 days of delivery confirmation. However, due to an unexpectedly high volume of I-129 petitions, it may be an additional two to four weeks before customers receive a receipt notice.

Customers who do not receive notification of receipt of an I-129 petition within 60 days of their delivery confirmation date may contact the appropriate Service Center via the email addresses listed on our Contact Us Web page. This is a temporary situation and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

_____________________________________________________________________________________
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 RFE Process Time
Just to update I got my notice maybe an hour ago 10:33pm western time June 4th. Woooooooohoooooo! My fiance was so exciting she screamed so loud on the phone It may have caused partial deafness in one ear for a while.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-05 01:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 RFE Process Time
Thanks guys hope I get the good news soon!
sn530MalePakistan2012-05-31 00:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 RFE Process Time
Hey Guys,

Felt like venting a bit! I Got an RFE on May 14th replied to it same day as I received it in the mail! Stupid error I skipped Part C question #2 and 3. "Have you ever been convicted of....." anyways Marked NO and N/A as others had suggested mailed it back immediately!

California Center received it on the 17th of May and I am still waiting, getting a bit anxious and wondering if others have had RFE's recently and how long was the turnaround time in the California field office... I keep hearing others getting the approval within 4 days to maybe 7 days for minor things like this.
sn530MalePakistan2012-05-30 21:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdrope the lawyer is good decision or not?
lawyers are like car mechanics the more time they take and things they screw up the more they charge the client.

Dump the lawyer and do it yourself! You have more experience here collaboratively among the community specially from the senior members whom have been here for a while. Plus follow the examples and many of the members will be more then happy to review the docs for you.

Edited by sn530, 05 June 2012 - 11:28 AM.

sn530MalePakistan2012-06-05 11:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRfe reply
That's right they do not mail anything notifying that the RFE was received but they do update the system online to check status. I also received and RFE was received by uscis and updated following day.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-03 02:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRfe reply
Ummmm if it makes you feel better why not send in another copy of the RFE. Might cost you another 10 to 15 dollars, see if the status changes! Do you have proof from the postal service it was received. Because you do know you only have a certain amount of days to reply to it! Also I hope you made a exact copy of the RFE that you have replied! It will be something additional you will want to send to your fiance. Good luck!
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-03 01:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIssue with Employment History, G-325/I-129F
It's doubtful that an RFE would be issued on this circumstances, purpose of employment history question is to measure job stability source of income and also an additional a question to ask at the interview ex. (Were does your fiance work, what do they do) it's the current they are more interested in.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-04 07:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswill uscis take a long holiday break?
Quick reply to this question without any additional flaming is..... NO! Uscis is still operating as normal much like any other government run agency not given additional days off however unlike private sector government agency employees tend to take days off around holiday to make them long weekend etc. And it's not as much frowned upon as in private sector! Purks of working in the public sector wooohoo! Just another hint most government agency have given goals and deadline to respond to inquiries and it's monitored closely.
sn530MalePakistan2012-06-09 21:35:00