Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	HELP! Please tell me that NVC is wrong	Are you already married and filing for a K3 visa or are you looking to bring your fiance over? If you're not married yet then there is no need to worry, the person that you talked to has no idea what they're talking about. If you ARE married already though, you did need to file the I-130. I hope this helps.	TheATeam	Female	Canada	2007-10-12 22:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Problem with WAC number on back of check	WOW! You got your NOA1 fast! I'm a September filer and we still don't have ours! Congratulations! At least we know CSC is still working. Now I'm just wondering if they got our I129-F!	TheATeam	Female	Canada	2007-10-17 10:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Fiance Visa denial	Yeah, if we're not on Messenger, we're on the phone or webcam, or sometimes both at the same time! We actually fall asleep on the phone! I know it sounds ridiculous but that way it's like we're spending time together and if I wake up in the middle of the night from a nightmare I can wake him up and he's there for me. (That's happened more than once!) I couldn't imagine not talking every single day! He's the person I want to tell everything to, and share everything with. Heck, sometimes we don't even talk. Just listening to him breathe and knowing that he's there is enough for me. I agree with Laura though. If you haven't met her in person yet, that's the first thing to do. Don't even worry about emails if this requirement hasn't been met! We didn't submit emails actually or any written correspondence. We showed boarding passes, passport stamps, pictures of us together, and phone bills.	TheATeam	Female	Canada	2007-10-19 23:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	A Surprise in My Inbox	Congratulations! I'm definitely not angry with you! It's hard not to be frustrated with the system a little bit though! YAY for you!	TheATeam	Female	Canada	2007-10-22 23:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Hot Topic... I know!	Peter, You are also Canadian. Yodrak Well yeah. That's true.	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-22 12:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Hot Topic... I know!	I went to visit my fiancee 4 times between NOA and interview at the consulate. My last trip was 2 weeks before the Consulate interview and never had a problem. Though, I always had a employment letter from work and a return ticket information. They never gave me a hassle. I WAS ALWAYS TRUTHFUL. Don't lie.	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-22 11:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	RE: Think it's all over when your visa arrives	Give him some slack guys.	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-22 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	K-1 TOTAL COST	$28.00 With taxes.	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-22 18:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Think it's all over when you're visa arrives???	Peter, You're out of status when the length of permitted stay (90 days) as stated on the I-94 passes. Regardless of when (or if) you marry. Yodrak ..... make sure you do the AOS ASAP after marriage. You'll be out of status the minute you marry. Dang, I was under that impression that it did. My bad =)	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-22 11:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Think it's all over when you're visa arrives???	The visa just gets you in. The marriage is what makes you legal to be here (plus the requirement that within, what is it, 2 years? you begin AOS process - but better to do that ASAP). Can't speak to the work part of it. lol make sure you do the AOS ASAP after marriage. You'll be out of status the minute you marry.	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-21 19:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Think it's all over when you're visa arrives???	bbale, Who did tell you this highly debatable bit of questionable knowledge? Some people hear it from mis-informed SSA personnel, others from mis-informed or over-cautious employers. Yodrak ..... What they don't tell you however is that as soon as you get married you nullify your visa and any temporary work authorization you might have. ..... Isn't that the truth? The minute you get married, the visa and work permit expires? Did I miss something? That was one of the reasons I never actually went through JFK.	Peter	Not Telling	0	2007-03-21 19:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Canadian Fiancee to visit during filing process	Hello, This has likely been asked before, but I really would like to hear from anyone that has immigrated from Canada to the US with the K-1 Visa. My fiancee and I will begin the filing process in a few days (package is together, just waiting for some documents she mailed to me). We really want to do everything right, but if we can, we would rather not be apart. We had plans to meet together halfway in Knoxville for Labor Day weekend (driving, not flying), but we are now curious if she can remain here for longer than just that weekend. Ideally, she'd stay with me until Christmas, at which point we will both fly to Canada to spend the holidays with her family. She will then remain in Canada until the Visa is issued. This means, however, that she will be quitting her job before September (she cannot get a 4 month leave of absence, of course). She is also currently living with her parents to save money. If she were to visit as a guest from September to December, would we be hurting our chances in any way? She doesn't have much evidence to prove her ties to Canada. Even though we truly do intend to do this the proper way, I'm wondering if they might not see it that way. Also, at the border, should she simply announce that she is visiting for pleasure for 4 months? Or should she tell them our full intentions (visiting for 4 months, return until application approved, etc)? If she omits the latter, could this upset the USCIS? If she discloses it, could the border guards turn her away? It hurts so much to be away from her. I want to do all of this properly, but if we can see each other in the meantime, we really want to try. Oh, also, since she will no longer have a job, what do people normally do about health insurance? Just be really careful? Thanks in advance, Jonathan Speaking from experience as of late she will lonly be able to stay in the states for a period of 90 days at a time but in total a period of 180 days but they will question her for sure they did me every time but more so at the Sarnia border even though I showed all docs to prove I was coming back, I was able to continue my trip but it was ifie for over 2 hrs,al I can say is go for it the worst that could happen is that they deny her but it's a chance I guess we've all taken at some point in our relationships. But may I add to that if you already have a visa pending and your in the system the chances are slim at least thats what I've been told! Good Luck! Laynie!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-08-05 00:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Evidence of Engagement to Your Fiancé ?	It is on the DS-156K, Nonimmigrant Fiance(e) Visa Aplication. The form on the website expired 7/31/2007. In Colombia, the DS-156K is submitted with the DS-156. I assume it is the same everywhere, but maybe not. The DS-156K has a list of documents that must be attached in order to apply for a Fiance(e) Visa. One of those documents is Evidence of Engagement to Your Fiance(e). As far as I know, most people fulfill this requirement by submitting a new letter of intent. Thank you. I missed the "K". No, not all Consulates use this form. A letter of intent will do nicely. Some countries may have official documents for engagement. I wouldn't know. This line on the form appears to be relatively new. There is no requirement or law to have a ring. Most people wouldn't dare make any plans for a wedding because this process is so unpredictable and again, there is no requirement for proof of wedding plans, etc. The letter of intent should be more than sufficient as well as anything else you might have i.e. engagement cards, etc. Not something to stress about. Thanks so much! feel better now!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-08-05 21:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Evidence of Engagement to Your Fiancé ?	Hello. I was reading Ds-156K form every other thing I got it but... Evidence of Engagement to Your Fiancé ? what do I need to have to prove this ? is Letter of Intent good enough ? I have a question for anyone who could maybe give me an answer , we got engaged back last Feb 14th but we haven't got the ring yet because we oted to put our money to better use (ie) filings fees etc.. question is would a letter of intent be good enough as one post said? Or do we have to show ring reciept and pics? But we don't have it yet. what do we do? Any suggestions on this matter would be greatly appreciated! Laynie!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-08-05 01:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Can't find it!!!	GRRRRR! There is a list on here somewhere about the NOA2 pending someone was kind enough to do it and I was reading it then I had to sign off for a few minutes and when I went back I could find can any one tell me what page it's on, I thought it was on page 4 but can't find it DANG IT!!!! they are both here, one for VSC and one for CSC VSC waiting NOA2 CSC Waiting NOA2 Chris yup thats it thanks so much Chris appreciate it lots!!!!!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-08-08 00:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Can't find it!!!	GRRRRR! There is a list on here somewhere about the NOA2 pending someone was kind enough to do it and I was reading it then I had to sign off for a few minutes and when I went back I could find can any one tell me what page it's on, I thought it was on page 4 but can't find it DANG IT!!!!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-08-07 22:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Never met my fiance but sent in the K-1 application	Does anyone really believe that this is NOT a troll? Yes there are a lot of dumbos out there -- but this is a case where the I-129F makes it CRYSTAL CLEAR that you have to prove you've met in the prior two years and describe that meeting. The form even clearly says "Explain also in detail any reasons you may have for requesting that the requirement that you and your fiancé(e) must have met should not apply to you". I don't believe a real applicant filling out the form would just decide to skip that part. My call = TROLL LOL Just got done reading all the posts on here concerning Stanley WoW that was fun I really needed a pick me up and all your posts did it thanks guys,, really down in dumps today,,but you made me feel a little better!!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-08-17 00:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	reguarding Canadian Medical	I'll give you a brief history, I've had 3 kidney operations one gullbladder removal,5 kids all healthy and alive and well last 2 were twins all this while I had been sick with my kidney over the years and had my tubes tied. Ok question is I had my right kidney removed back in 1997 do to cronic infection from the 2nd surgery 11 years earlier,Will this be an issue for my medical? I am in perfect health now and have been since the 1997 surgery,I'm very active still ride my horses,and still participate in shows, barrel racing & dressage, I walk everyday rain or shine. Should I get a letter from my family doctor stating that I'm fine even though I will have ALL my medical records with me ( they go every where I go) when I go for my medical?	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-09-18 21:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	how many passport photos	QUOTE (Nini & Bee @ Sep 18 2007, 05:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You'll need five more on top of the two you sent to USCIS - two for the medical and three for the consulate interview. Or is it three for the medical and two for the consulate interview? Regardless, five after you've sent through your I-129F. Thanks guys thats a big help!! Appreciate it!!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-09-18 21:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	how many passport photos	Just curious does anyone know exactly how many passport photos are needed for the whole process? Would like to know so that I can get them all at at once I have 2 now how many more are needed? Any help would be appreciated! Have a great one guys! thanks for all your help!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-09-18 18:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	lookin for info on CSC	Hey guys how ya'll doin !just lookin for e-mail address and phone number for CSC anyone out there have it? I know it's on here somewhere but I can't find it so if someone could point me in the right direction it would be GREATLY appreciated! Have a good one everybody and lets hope we get some more approvals,especially lookin for mine LOL,but surely we should all get them soon!!!!	Laynie	Female	Canada	2007-09-23 13:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	September filers	QUOTE (Seattle2Cebu @ Oct 20 2007, 05:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> the I-797C Notice of action NOA 1 says it was rcvd on July 13 and the notice date is July 23 I think I got this notice about 2 weeks after I sent in the K-1 application QUOTE (Chicku @ Oct 20 2007, 04:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Seattle2Cebu @ Oct 20 2007, 04:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Our k-1 application was rcvd july 20, and I think it was about two weeks before I got the notice from CSC. QUOTE (Chicku @ Oct 20 2007, 04:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (tomcat @ Oct 20 2007, 04:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Chicku @ Oct 20 2007, 05:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi guys anyone who filed for September got any response?We filed ours on 15th september and nothing recieved as yet? I filed my I-129f on September 18 in Vermont and already received NOA1 Wow now this will get me more stressed out mine was in california.havent got anything. You mean to say you recieved your recently since july???? that doesnt mean your application got a problem....california center is have a lot of delays in their notice...it says it can take up to 90 days...hopefully not but i know how you feel because i do feel the same but dont worry it will come soon	LadyNoles	Female	Canada	2007-10-20 17:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	HELP - I need to change my fiancee visa to spuse visa	Sadly there is no "changing the application" you have to apply now using the I-130 for your spouse. On a positive note - you are married! Congratulations!	S & J	Female	Canada	2007-05-08 23:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Need your help with making the least risky chioce	We did f. Fraud only occurs if the spouse stays and then tries to adjust status. But just an FYI I didn't know when I went to visit the US that we were getting married - my husband had everything organized and surprised me so that we could elope. If she has a job/school to go back to there shouldn't be a problem at the border. f Get married when she visits the US for the weekend under the VWP (visitor) in a few weeks time. She flies back the Monday after which i start the K3 filing process. Same as e but i guess more risky [potential visa fraud issue / intention]. On the bright side, now we do not have to deal with the Canadian system to get a marriage certificate which might add some delays to the whole process	S & J	Female	Canada	2007-05-09 22:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Example Reform Letter to send to USCIS/DHS/Congress	I've posted this in David & Marina's thread as well... You might also want to include the USCIS Ombudsman. All of his prior Reports to Congress suggest change, attempt to implement change and are aware of the changes that need to be made but aren't.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-08-27 22:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Formal call for immigration reform...	It would be great if 'they' could instantly update their processes to provide the instant information you want, but seriously, look up what's happened with the FBI and their software upgrades--it just doesn't happen (and I'd rather have the FBI updated than the CIS). Anyone have more info on this? NM, I googled. Edited by Canuck Carrie, 30 August 2006 - 09:31 AM.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-08-30 09:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Complaints on USCIS	If you feel you were mistreated by an immigration employee, or wish to make a complaint of misconduct by an immigration employee, you may write to the Office Director, or write directly to the Director, Office of Internal Audit 425 Eye Street, NW Room 3260 Washington, DC 20536 I found it on my District Offices webpage on the USCIS website, dig around on there you might find another address. The USCIS Ombudsman is a good one to send it to as well.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-08-30 17:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Can somebody help me with the questions?	The K1 should not have been sent to Chicago. It should've gone to Vermont, California, Nebraska or Texas, based on where the USC lives. This is also pretty clear on the instructions as well as the USCIS website. As for the checklist, up top in the blue bar click Embassy Info C for Canada either Vancouver or Montreal (based on where you live in Canada) you will find the list there.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-02 21:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	NOA 2 approved only notification: snail mail	Same thing happened to us last year. Waiting, checking, waiting, checking, poof! it showed up in the mail. My online case status still doesn't say approved or anything similar.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-06 14:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Please help	Did you completely withdraw your previously approved petition? Edit: I'm not asking to be rude, I'm asking so you can find out if you need to file a waiver. Edited by Canuck Carrie, 06 September 2006 - 08:57 PM.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-06 20:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Information on FOIA?	I find it interesting that Folinskyinla says it will cause delays to file a FOIPA and that everything else I have read does not even mention it. I wonder if he's talking about filing one with USCIS or the FBI itself.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-10 12:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Contacting Senators	How do you know if you should contact your Congressman or your Senator (or do you contact both)?	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-10 18:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	IT'S PARTY TIME!!!!	Fantastic!	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-08 14:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Add one more to the CSC approval list...	Congratulations and have a fantastic visit in October!	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-12 16:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Approved!!! After 171 days (4104 hrs, 246240 min, etc...)	Congratulations!	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-12 16:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	touches mean nothing	The USCIS can feel free to touch my case all it wants.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-08-31 13:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	What is the average time from NO2 until visa issuing	It depends on how long it takes you to get an interview. Check the timelines for your Embassy/Consulate. Edited by Canuck Carrie, 24 September 2006 - 04:47 PM.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-24 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	letter of intent	The only document that needs to be notarized is the I-134.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-24 17:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	David's visa was approved!!	Congrats! I bet he got through it without pandaflex folders, labels or Binaca!	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-25 08:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Filing for K-1	edited. Edited by Canuck Carrie, 27 September 2006 - 04:23 PM.	Canuck Carrie	Female	Canada	2006-09-27 15:46:00