ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresYoung K-1 Applicant trying to get everything covered
QUOTE (Browno @ Nov 1 2008, 08:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That's a great site YuAndDan, I would never have known there was a notary close to me (I live in *the middle of nowhere*, lol..). We're going to wait til my birthday, which happens to be a monday so my present will be my fiancée taking the nicely prepared package to be posted. This also helps to keep costs down as I'm pretty sure notaries won't be low-cost, and with the exchange rate as it is, a little all of a sudden becomes a lot.


Notary's here are a little pricy, one close to me in Cambridgeshire was charging £60 a document. Might be a different price near you though.

Edited by Laura+Tom, 01 November 2008 - 05:18 PM.

Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-01 17:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I Report a Scam Artist to INS?
QUOTE (Donna A @ Nov 7 2008, 10:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
actually when i see asian woman i think they look more like a 13 year olds body which means pervert to all u men looking for that figure.

obvously u havent read some of the filipeno womans posts in the PI rooms where they tell of how sick it is to see filipeno woman sitting at internet cafe's confessing her love to about 5 different men at the same time online pm's.

i think philipeans is the one place i WOULD NOT go looking for a woman.

geezzzz dont u read how many have TB and genital warts on these forums....ugggggg.


Whilst I don't agree with tallcoolone and haole's views, I think you are being disrespectful too. Please try and keep your comments to yourself or Off Topic.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-07 05:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I Report a Scam Artist to INS?
QUOTE (tallcoolone @ Nov 6 2008, 10:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
BoyScout74:

Let me make a suggestion:

Don't meet people on-line, the Internet has become a breeding ground for scammers.

Book a trip to Philippines, it will change your outlook on life.

So many beautiful woman there , and the people in general are very friendly and happy.

For me it was refreshing to look at a crowd and see the woman all with coke bottle figures.

Good Luck


Wow what a good way to p!ss off me and a whole lot of other people.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-06 10:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisit after filing for k1 need tips
Anything else that ties him to him own country such as rental agreements, morgage payments, return ticket etc. As for the letter just state where he works, what he does when he is expected back at work etc.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-07 04:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestimeline questions
QUOTE (zuluforzen @ Nov 8 2008, 08:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i just looked at my time line and it jump from jan to april may what happend k3 visa filed aug sept vsc


Means the estimated approval date of your petition has shifted from Jan to April/May. Means VSC has slowed down a lot.

Edited by Laura+Tom, 08 November 2008 - 03:55 PM.

Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-08 15:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa Work Questions
Yes, that's if she gets the stamp and if she gets her EAD before it expires. By the way seems that JFK is the only one issuing the stamp.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-08 17:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa Work Questions
He has a habit of saying stuff like that. Think he does it to stir things up, not worth paying attention to.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-08 17:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa Work Questions
I'm planning on not working for about 6mths. But I'll sign up for voluntary work, that way I get experience to put on my resume. I'm also planning on learning a language and decorating the house so hopefully I'll be kept busy.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-08 16:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa Work Questions
If she gets the temporary work permit in her passport at POE then she can work however it is only valid for 90 days. As obtaining an EAD (which you file alongside AOS) can take over three months then her temp permit will expire. Plus some employers are reluctant to take on a worker whose employment authorization will expire in a couple of months.

Edited by Laura+Tom, 08 November 2008 - 04:26 PM.

Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-08 16:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFederal Poverty Guidelines: Before or After Tax?
I have been under the impression that it is before tax.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-07 04:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfiance visa will this be a problem
As long as you met the conditions when you filed, which you did, then you should be good.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-08 17:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChanging Names
QUOTE (stephanos180 @ Nov 11 2008, 01:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I've pretty much got every question imaginable about changing names after marriage: Does the marriage certificate show that a name was changed? Do you indicate on a marriage license which person's taking the other's name? Why does the K-1 visa timeline say to get a SSN and then go back and change your name after you've married? Why not just go once -- after? About the I-485, your fiancée should use her NEW name, if applicable, right? If you could tell me about your experience or send some resources my way, that'd be great. Thanks for everything, and good luck to everyone on their journey.


When I fill out my license to get married I will put down my married name which will then be put on my certificate. There are instructions on the license which say that.

Some go before they get married to get a SSN and then change it after, some get theirs after the wedding. It's whatever you chose. I will go before as I have heard some stories of people being refused after they are married as the official thinks they arn't eligable as they are technically not a fiance anymore.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-11 08:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresevidence of ongoing relationship
If this is for the initial application they are not interested in evidence of an ongoing relationship, just evidence you have met in the last two years. Stuff like, flight details, boarding passes, passport stamps, atm withdrawals in the country, photos etc. Stuff that prooves you have been together.

Proof of ongoing relationship is not needed until the interview, Save all the emails, chat logs until then.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-21 09:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestime to cash cheque
QUOTE (rocks @ Nov 7 2008, 02:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
it took the vsc a week to receive, open our package and then enter it into the system. it took three more days before the noa1 date started. try not to worry too much but it would be a good idea to check the date the letter actually arrived if you have a tracking number, just for your peace of mind and sanity. wink.gif


Yeah ours sat at VSC for a whole week before they acknowledged it with a NOA1. Goodness knows what it was doing then.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-07 04:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestime to cash cheque
Ours arrived on the 6th and our cheque wasn't cashed until the 14th.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-04 05:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 not "obligatory" at K-1 meeting? What does this mean?
Probably means it's not obligatory to have a co-sponser unless your income is insufficient.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-13 07:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust gotta rant, sorry folks
There are two addresses for CSC. One for courier and one for regular. Did you use the right one?

Reg:

USCIS
California Service Center
P.O. Box 10130
Laguna Niguel, CA 92607-0130


For private couriers (non-USPS) deliveries:

USCIS

California Service Center
24000 Avila Road
2nd Floor, Room 2312
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-14 12:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I send my passport as the original for supporting documentation?
Ok fair enough, it's not too much of an issue with me as I've never been married but might be for kiwiana.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-14 10:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I send my passport as the original for supporting documentation?
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 14 2008, 02:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (kiwiana @ Nov 14 2008, 02:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Laura+Tom @ Nov 14 2008, 04:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (kiwiana @ Nov 14 2008, 09:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Hannah+Vito @ Nov 13 2008, 09:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
oh i think you may have to supply an original of a devoirse decree though, because they ask for it again on the packet three checklist i have. plus marrage certs of each prior marrage, unsure.gif



Do we have to show marriage certificate of prior marriage? I only have divorce decree/paper


No, just previous divorces. You only provide marriage certificates if you are applying for a spousal visa.


Thanks Laura+Tom! Whew! put my mind at rest now! star_smile.gif


The reason for sending marriage certificates from prior marriages is to document name changes. If you are a man who never had a name change, no need to include marriage certificates from prior marriages.

Women who have changed their names should bring documentation for the name changes. Often the best or easiest documentation is the marriage certificates.


Hence why she should also check the embassy website as it has a list of documentation to take.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-14 09:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I send my passport as the original for supporting documentation?
QUOTE (kiwiana @ Nov 14 2008, 10:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Laura+Tom @ Nov 14 2008, 04:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (kiwiana @ Nov 14 2008, 09:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Hannah+Vito @ Nov 13 2008, 09:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
oh i think you may have to supply an original of a devoirse decree though, because they ask for it again on the packet three checklist i have. plus marrage certs of each prior marrage, unsure.gif



Do we have to show marriage certificate of prior marriage? I only have divorce decree/paper


No, just previous divorces. You only provide marriage certificates if you are applying for a spousal visa.


Thanks Laura+Tom! Whew! put my mind at rest now! star_smile.gif


If you look up the fiance(e) visa on your embassy website it will tell you the what documentation you need for the interview. On the UK one they mention marriage certificates but only if applicable. And they are not applicable to K-1. Good job really as Tom has nothing from his previous marriage except for his divorce decree.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-14 05:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I send my passport as the original for supporting documentation?
QUOTE (kiwiana @ Nov 14 2008, 09:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Hannah+Vito @ Nov 13 2008, 09:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
oh i think you may have to supply an original of a devoirse decree though, because they ask for it again on the packet three checklist i have. plus marrage certs of each prior marrage, unsure.gif



Do we have to show marriage certificate of prior marriage? I only have divorce decree/paper


No, just previous divorces. You only provide marriage certificates if you are applying for a spousal visa.

Edited by Laura+Tom, 14 November 2008 - 04:57 AM.

Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-14 04:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1 approval
QUOTE (kokobearus @ Nov 17 2008, 02:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (dencio @ Nov 17 2008, 08:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
crying.gif is it true that the USEM here in Philippines are not allowing affidavit of support for K1 visa?.. my fiancee in Cali has no work yet but her uncle provided her affidavit of support.. will our application get dumped?

It's not true.where did you get that.don't worry,you'll be ok


There are a few people who have been denied the use of a co-sponsor in the Philippines as there are a number of threads on the matter. Check in the Philippines forum for more information.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-17 10:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F and G-325A (beneficiary signature not required or photograph)
QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Sep 26 2008, 03:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I agree with pushbrk. Why would you chance it? I wouldn't trust that memo is read by the staff at USCIS. Personally, after reading that memo, I find it kind of scary. If there doesn't have to be pictures, and they don't have to sign the G325-A, I would suggest that someone could sign a Letter of Intent (who would recognize their signature since there is nothing to compare it to), and file for a fiance without their knowledge. What a surprise it would be to get a Package 3 and you didn't know what was going on! Ridiculous? No...someone recently said it happened to them actually and I just saw how it could have been done!


good.gif Plus the memo is 3 years old which, in government, is a long time as policies are always changing.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-26 11:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLawyers are a waste of money!
QUOTE (Amy&Aldo @ Nov 17 2008, 04:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It sucks that so many have had bad experiences with their lawyers. So far so good with ours. He charged us a flat fee of $495 to get us through the entire K-1 process. And he guarantees approval or he will refund his fees and appeal for free. He has been fast and thorough from what I can tell, and anytime I email him with a question he always responds within a couple of hours. I'm so glad we got so lucky. If anyone feels like they need to consult an attorney I highly recommend ours. He consulted with me for free through numerous emails prior to me retaining his services. The website is www.k1visalaw.com and his name is Cal Knickerbocker. Good luck to everyone!


I'm curious how a laywer can guarantee approval, it's not like it's up to them whether you get a visa or not.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-17 13:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresproblem with USCIS website
QUOTE (Cuchita @ Nov 18 2008, 04:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
YOU ARE RIGHT THAT WAY WORKS! YOURE A GENIUS! yes.gif

QUOTE (ashley&carlos @ Nov 18 2008, 10:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (marcuskelli @ Nov 17 2008, 02:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Has anyone had this problem?? We log into the USCIS website and try to click on our case number and it no longer clicks through to the details of our visa. Our status has not been updated and it appears that we have not been touched. This started over the weekend. Im not sure if its a computer glitch on their end or if it means that maybe something is happening with our case (wishful thinking...)

anyone else??


I have had the same problem but if you'll right click the receipt number and then click open it will give you the details. Hope this helps star_smile.gif



Yeah, I dunno why I didn't think of that before, as I do it for other stuff that doesn't open!
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-18 15:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresproblem with USCIS website
QUOTE (MacPara @ Nov 18 2008, 01:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Do you guys all use Safari on a Mac? I first experienced this problem on Friday evening, the 14th. It seems that they changed something in the page design that causes this as the checkbox for the case changes its state when I try to click on the case number that should open the detailed view.
When I use Firefox, this problem does not occur, it opens the detailed view, although you can see that the checkbox state changes when clicked and then it switches to the detailed view.


I can't get through to the details on my petition either, if I click my case number then the check box is ticked. This is using Explorer.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-18 06:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresigor's list. GRAGH!
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Edited by Laura+Tom, 19 November 2008 - 03:09 AM.

Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-19 03:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresigor's list. GRAGH!
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Edited by Laura+Tom, 19 November 2008 - 03:08 AM.

Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-19 03:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresigor's list. GRAGH!
You have mooved backwards due to the change in processing times. As it changed from 6mths to applications from March 08, all the petitions in between have been added back onto IGORS list.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-19 03:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre Co Sponsors Accepted on K-1 Visa?
Yes, don't worry, the London Embassy does accept co-sponsors.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-19 03:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHOLY COW
Yup it sucks lol.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-19 03:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
They probably factor in how long you will be there, or how long you've been there etc. There is probably no point in granting an expedite if you have just deployed and will be gone for a year or longer as the visa may be approved long before you get back.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-18 09:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
QUOTE (*Giuly and Rocky* @ Nov 15 2008, 04:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 15 2008, 04:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Jose Rizal @ Oct 24 2008, 05:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (kevin@anna @ Oct 25 2008, 07:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
good.gif active military personal will go directly to top of list.he wont wait long for noa2


Yup. There is an unwritten rule about expediting cases of military personnel. All he has to do is request for an expedite form. smile.gif


This is dead wrong and supremely misleading.

There IS a rule. It IS written but it applies to armed forces who have orders to deploy overseas. It also applies to the USCIS side, though if expedite is granted, it can be pushed through all the way to the Consulate.

If no deployment is imminent, there is no expediting of a case because one is active duty Military.

I totally agreed with Pushbrk...the fact that somebody is in the Military doesn't mean anything unless u are about to deploy or already deployed.


Yup.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-15 16:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
QUOTE (analovesmarky @ Nov 15 2008, 11:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (*Giuly and Rocky* @ Oct 25 2008, 06:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We requested for expedite as well since my SO is in Iraq but they didn't get back to us yet...so we will just try to send a fax this time and cross our fingers...my feeling is that VSC grants for military expedite faster and easier than CSC...of course we're at CSC...



my boyfriend is in army,we are waiting for our NOA1 from Vermont,,

I want to ask what are the requirements you submitted for expedite process of K1 coz he will be deploy to Iraq this 2009,,

Thank you


These are the Expedite Criteria

All expedite requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and are granted at the discretion of the Director. The criteria are as follows:

Severe financial loss to company or individual
Extreme emergent situation
Humanitarian situation
Nonprofit status of requesting organization in furtherance of the cultural and social interests of the United States
Department of Defense of National Interest Situation (Note: Request must come from official United States Government entity and state that delay will be detrimental to our Government)
USCIS error
Compelling interest of USCIS

If your fiance is deployed or about to be deployed then you may qualify. They will not consider personnel who are working in the US or overseas long term. We didn't qualify even though Tom is in the Middle East as it was not classed as a deployment.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-15 10:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
We don't know, that's why he's going to call the free number to see. No harm in trying.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-26 12:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
Hope you hear from them soon. Tom just told me was talking to a senior officer about our petition and the officer told him to call and see if he could get a expedite. We don't think we'll be allowed but it's worth seeing if we are.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-25 14:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
Has your fiance got the free military USCIS number? If not it's 1-877-247-4645. Worth ringing them to check.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-25 10:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMilitary filling out K1
QUOTE (Jose Rizal @ Oct 25 2008, 02:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (kevin@anna @ Oct 25 2008, 07:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
good.gif active military personal will go directly to top of list.he wont wait long for noa2


Yup. There is an unwritten rule about expediting cases of military personnel. All he has to do is request for an expedite form. smile.gif


Not sure about that. My fiance is active military but because he is not on deployment (even though he is in the middle east) he is not eligable for an expedite.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-25 06:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUS Military Fiance over there??
QUOTE (ssgtam08 @ Nov 19 2008, 06:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
In the package I put like every vague reference I could find to let them know I was in the military like a copy of my ID, orders, made sure I listed commands as last employers. I just think it might get her some kudos during the interview and maybe the Marine's at the embassy will show her some front of the line love! But who knows really.


We did the same, well we had to really as the orders were part of the proof to show we were in the same place at the same time.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-19 13:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 08 K1 Filers
QUOTE (ThaitoUSA @ Oct 28 2008, 09:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
As Laura+Tom said earlier, it's only going to be for the major notices e.g. RFE or status changes. However some who have been issued K-1 already have commented that even after receiving an NOA2, they never got an email.

ruby_mtl: Although you could check daily and/or weekly for each touch, it is not so informative. It does indicate that someone has 'touched' or, in other words, physically opened or moved your petition, but that hardly indicates adjudication or faster processing.

From looking over timelines, it appears as though many petitions that currently are receiving NOA2 had filed approximately 4 to 5 months ago. Any others who filed before 5 and are just receiving NOA2 almost always had received an RFE (which is shown in timelines).

Perhaps in about 4 months from now, I'll check back at the USCIS website (ok, maybe 3 months biggrin.gif ) however I already know that my case is not likely to be seen until then and the watched pot just doesn't seem to boil for me!


I bet you end up checking nearly every day! I know I do, it's addictive.
Laura+TomFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-29 03:54:00