ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIm unsure of police certificate in canada...
Also this should be in the Canada forum. Considering its a bout Police certificates from Canada.

http://www.visajourn...orum/93-canada/
InkyFemaleCanada2011-09-30 22:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIm unsure of police certificate in canada...
You should of waited till you had your NOA2.

Police certificate is valid for 1 year only.
K-1s are extremely backed up at Montreal and people have been waiting over a month for interviews.
The police certificate needs to state no record found and a search of the nation wide name check done.
I payed about 40$ for my 1 green sheet I filled out, they put it in a printer that printed it out saying no record and she stamped it with an embossed stamper.

- Airport finger printing has nothing to do with criminal record.
- You do not need finger printing for police certificates done unless you have a criminal record.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-09-30 22:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much money is needed to support fiance?
Sorry but a bank deposit is not going to help you at the interview.

You need to prove current income above 18k or you have to have a co-sponsor.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-09-30 21:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfiance from hong kong and macau and health insurance
You have to talk to your health insurance company to find out what you need to do so she can be on your plan.

Most require marriage and SSN to be added to the plan.

After entry you have to wait 2 weeks to apply for SSN, in the mean time get married then go apply for SSN. Get the AOS package together and send it off ASAP.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-09-26 19:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Expiration and AOS application
1, the K-1 expired the moment it was used.

2, you are only supposed to MARRY in 90 days.

3, you are to file AOS as soon as possible, it does NOT have to be in 90 days.(before I-94 expires)
InkyFemaleCanada2011-10-03 11:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTouch application before noa 2
Maybe you will see a touch maybe you will never see a touch. They don't mean anything so do not rely on them.

Maybe you will get it in business hours maybe you wont. I got some texts 2am I got some during business hours.


The only real thing to rely on is the actual hard copy notice you get in the mail at your mail box.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-10-03 11:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support & Being "Touched"
A touch is a last updated date on your USCIS account. It doesn't mean anything really.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-10-02 15:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a nut shell, what are the pros & cons between K-1 & CR-1?
http://www.visajourn...content/compare

This is the place to go!

Good luck, we went for the cr-1 for ALL the reasons joevegas listed - I wanted to work/travel right away, cost was important to us, and the few weeks additional time was worth it
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-08-28 18:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisits to the USA - package 3
Yes, put it down

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-07 04:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplanning to start fiancee visa

no their not married..she said (my husband to be)they will just going to start filing for k1..


Yes, you are right. Shouldn't post at 5:25am I guess

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-08 06:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplanning to start fiancee visa
First thing, you mention 'husband' and 'fiance' in the post, the man cannot be both. Which is he? Are you married?

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-08 04:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWork and K1
She may begin working as soon as she is authorized. She needs her Employment Authorization Document (nothing stampted in her passport when entering the US on a K-1 will do) which is applied for after you are married and when you apply for AOS

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-17 19:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChecking "Yes" for "Unlawfully Present" on the DS-156
Honesty is the best policy, if you overstayed then simply say yes.

I was denied entry, told the truth, a little joke was made and the IO moved on. no worries

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-23 08:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescurious about RFE
http://www.visajourn...fe-master-list/

Have you seen the RFE master list?

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-25 05:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 and a tourist visa for my fiance?

Is it possible to get a k-1 visa for my spouse combined with a tourist visa so she can be with me while we wait? Any help would be greatly appreciated.


Absolutly not, a K-1 is not for a spouse. However, a Cr-1 visa IS for a spouse but also unlikely a spouse of a US citizen will be granted a tourist visa

What country is the beneficiary from?

Good luck
canadian_wifeFemaleCanada2011-09-29 04:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1_129f denied
I am sorry, I hope things work out for you!

KnR aka slider100
slider100MaleCanada2011-03-15 10:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHas Anyone Waited OVER 5 Months For Their NOA2?
I think mine took 6 months...maybe closer to 5.5

5 months is an AVERAGE.

Edited by sherrybaby, 17 September 2011 - 01:42 PM.

canada_socksFemaleCanada2011-09-17 13:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo Decision Issued after K-1 Interview in Juarez
I wouldn't worry about it too much! he was telling the truth right? and they told him to obtain waybill for DHL which means mailing his passport/visa back to him? He's probably doing an extra background check or something which could maybe take a while. If he's from Mexico, they'll def put him through the ringer...My ex is from Mexico and every time we crossed the border from Canada to US it was always a big ordeal for him. They man get a lot of folks coming through there proposing fraudulent cases so they may be extra rigid. I think its good they kept his passport because they need to put the visa in it! :) try not to worry as hard as it is, and stay strong! you'll feel so good once you've both come through it all and can be together!
GnBnLFemaleCanada2011-09-22 09:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Changing Jobs Prior to Interview
Thanks! I'll go with Option 1 and hopefully they will be fine with that.
PiefreFemaleCanada2011-09-11 14:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Changing Jobs Prior to Interview

OP- is he a W2 employee or 1099?


He is a W2 both at his old job and the new one. It should be noted that the instant he leaves his old job, he will be starting his new job with no period of unemployment in between. Ie. He stops working at old job on a Wednesday then starts working the very next day for the new job. So technically he'll never not be working.

We just don't know how to handle the unfortunate timing of his job change and my K1 Interview. I can't move the interview at this point because I already booked my tickets and hotel room and everything.

Edited by Piefre, 11 September 2011 - 04:54 AM.

PiefreFemaleCanada2011-09-11 04:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Changing Jobs Prior to Interview
My fiance got a new job and is starting a couple of days prior to my K1 Visa Interview. He has his tax transcripts and employer letter from his old job. It'll probably take him longer than a few days to get an employer letter from the new place he's working at. How do we prove he works and makes enough at this new place? He makes above the required amount at both places so that's not an issue. I guess it's just bad timing so any help and insight will be greatly appreciated.
PiefreFemaleCanada2011-09-10 23:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLast Minute Question for Affidavit of Support
Hi everyone, we will follow the advice we got and fill out the Affidavit accordingly. He is using his present salary (which was the raise) plus what he made on self-employment. Thank you!
PiefreFemaleCanada2011-09-27 15:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLast Minute Question for Affidavit of Support
My fiance got a raise recently and we want to know what to declare on the Affidavit as his income. Does he declare his current salary or the one he received on last year's tax transcripts? He is also self-employed so what does he declare for the total amount?

Do we do:

new salary + self-employment income from 2011

or

new salary + self-employment income from 2010

or

old salary + self-employment income from 2010 (as reflected in his tax transcript)

My fiance is also moving to a new job just a couple of days before my interview. There is absolutely no way he can get an employment letter done up and sent to me in time and obviously will not have any paystubs, so we were wondering if a written letter from him describing his situation as well as a copy of his offer letter from his new employer would be sufficient to prove that he is still making a suitable amount of income.
PiefreFemaleCanada2011-09-27 13:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescanadian site
ah thank you so much. ill make sure to send her that link. ill probably read it myself :) thank you
Melissa&RyanFemaleCanada2011-08-28 20:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescanadian site
if i didnt post this in the canada forum, then i appologize. it was suposed to be in there. If it is already in there, then ignore this message :) haha
Melissa&RyanFemaleCanada2011-08-28 20:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescanadian site
well since i started the K1 process ive had a bunch of people asking me questions about the process and looking into it to see if they want to do it or something like that... and BTW i know nothing about it, unless it has to do with the K1... everything else, im learning but i know nothing much about haha... but yeah, someone wants to know how to move from Hong Kong to Canada. I know the process to go to the US but canada? im not sure. my question is, is there a site for that? ive tried looking around but i cant find anything as useful as VJ for the US.... anyone have a link for me, that would be great. Being born in canada and never even thinking about bringing someone in from another country, i dont know if the process is the same as what most people are doing on here. and i cant elaborate on what this person is looking for, cause she hasnt told me that yet. all i know is she spent a few months in canada (dont know if its with family) but i know she had a boyfriend here, dont know if they want to get married. lol... so i said i would do some research for her and i just thought i would ask.... :) thank you
Melissa&RyanFemaleCanada2011-08-28 20:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVJ predicted adjudication times
http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide

What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2):
1. A copy of the entire I-129f package (that you made when you sent the petition in) and a copy of information that you sent back due to an RFE (if you received one).
2. Send all originals of the documentary proof that you submitted for the I-129F to your fiance(e) for their interview at the embassy.
3. Send an original letter affirming your desire to marry your fiance(e) and your continued support of the K-1 Visa. Sign and date the form. This will be similar to the letter you provided with the I-129F, but dated much closer to the interview (it will have most likely been several months since you submitted your I-129F).
4. I-134 Affidavit of Support form. Ensure it is signed, with all required supporting evidence. Begin collecting the required information ahead of time, as it can often take several weeks to collect it all.
5. You will likely need at a minimum (for the above form) two to three of your most recent pay stubs and a signed letter from your employer listing you job title, start date, your salary, and the status (full-time) of your position. Begin collecting these ASAP after your NOA2 arrives. You will also probably want to include other evidence such as your banking information and other assets as required by the I-134. Specifically you will need at least 2 of the 4 options mentioned in Section II-Supporting Evidence of the I-134. See this FAQ for more tips and ueful information on the Affidavit of Support Form.
6. A copy of the NOA2 that you received in the mail.
7. Proof of your ongoing relationship. This needs to be taken to the interview! Include photos, travel documents, emails, etc from between the time you filed and present (NOA1 date-now).
CupcakezFemaleCanada2011-08-29 22:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPHONE BILL AS EVIDENCE
You can always attach a letter stating the reason for her name at the top.
If it were to cause an issue would probably depend on the individual adjudicating your package. Most certainly the more proof of relationship, the better.

I would just send it, and if there is an issue they will just mail you an RFE (request for [more] Evidence).
CupcakezFemaleCanada2011-08-29 00:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDENIED 129F NO RFE

It was suggested by the immigration officer at the service centre that she could come in on a tourist visa... why would he suggest this ? why would this not be possible?


It is illegal and fraud to use VWP or tourist visa to enter the USA and adjust status knowingly.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-19 12:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDENIED 129F NO RFE
There have been a few posts from people who were denied out right, the main reasons being they forgot the check payment or they did not include any evidence just the forms. They are denied, the papers returned and they put the check in and send it back or try to re-open it so they don't have to pay again.

Never heard of someone having to be in the USA before turning 1 to qualify for PR status.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-19 11:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbriefcase
no back packs, no brief case, no suit case, no messenger bags no large bags of any kind. Most people bring plastic bag or a folder to bring their papers in.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-25 14:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI am pregnant
No you have 6 months to use the visa from the date of issuance not 3.

You will need to file CRBA and get a US passport for the baby before it can leave too.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-11 09:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter NOA2?
No you have to wait. Follow the guides. They are there for a reason http://www.visajourn.../content/k1flow
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-25 21:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat do I and my fiancee need to start the process?
No expedite for pregnancy or having a baby sorry. If they did this, EVERYONE would get pregnant and rush over to the US.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-23 14:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresco-sponsor

okay. hmmm... im the beneficiary, can i get my aunt who is a us citizen and leaves in chicago? or it should my fiancee only who can get a co sponsor? i mean his aunt or mom or dad etc?


It might red flag if you have a family member sponsor you but i'm not sure, that would probably be country specific, but also Philippines doesn't usually let people have co-sponsor for K-1 visa.

My friend ( a petitioner ) had his father co-sponsor a K-1 from Philippians and he brought tons of evidence of the co-sponsor and got approved though. He said he thinks its because it was his father that did it.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-27 10:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresco-sponsor
The substitute sponsor must be related to the intending
immigrant in one of the following ways: spouse, parent,
mother-in-law, father-in-law, sibling, child (at least 18 years
of age), son, daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brotherin-law, sister-in-law, grandparent, grandchild or legal
guardian. The substitute sponsor must also be a U.S. citizen
or lawful permanent resident.

http://www.uscis.gov.../i-864instr.pdf

I don't think you can use him, US citizen because the directions say it must be US citizen or LPR in the US. They require tax returns and proof of employment from the US.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-27 10:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA few questions about getting a k1
Everything that is not in English must be translated.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-27 13:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat do i need from my fiance ?

How much will be enough?


For two people he needs 14,710$ annual income. make sure you bring lots of his LES and if his income is just a little above the line a letter from his commander or first shirt.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-27 09:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat do i need from my fiance ?
Sorry but BAH wont count unless hes married now and collecting it now. Already went through that with my interview but thankfully he made enough without the BAH.

If he does not meet 100% of the poverty guidelines for your house hold number you will need a co-sponsor. Yes military only need to make 100% of the guide lines.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-27 00:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmbassy Interview
350$ per person.

There is much more to do before interview. Each person has a medical. She needs to collect evidence and fill out more paperwork. Please see the guides.
InkyFemaleCanada2011-07-28 10:45:00