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Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Visa Waiver Program

Yes he was able to stay for up to 90 days on the VWP. I think you will be alright!
Good luck to you!



Thank you! I see that you are going through the process as well, so best of luck to you both!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-07-20 23:07:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Visa Waiver Program
I'm not sure I understand your reply. If he left the country and came back and was let back in fine multiple times, should we be ok? ESTA is a chip in your passport, correct? So they will be able to track when he left the vountry after that first visit? He didn't do pre clearance as he was only planning on being here for two weeks, and decided to stay longer after flying to detroit.


Are you automatically allowed a 90 day stay upon entering the US from a country that's part of the VWP?
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-07-20 22:48:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Visa Waiver Program
I'm not sure I understand your reply. If he left the country and came back and was let back in fine multiple times, should we be ok? ESTA is a chip in your passport, correct? So they will be able to track when he left the vountry after that first visit? He didn't do pre clearance as he was only planning on being here for two weeks, and decided to stay longer after flying to detroit.

Edited by Alstar0730, 20 July 2010 - 10:43 PM.

matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-07-20 22:40:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Visa Waiver Program
My fiance from the UK first visited me in Milwaukee January of 2009. He was supposed to stay for two weeks, left on his connecting flight to Detroit, and decided to come back to Milwaukee and stay longer. He booked another flight home about two months later, staying a total of about 70 days. I have been reading about the visa waiver program, and I am not exactly sure if he signed up for it or needed to. What I am worried about is, we are in the process of applying for a K1 visa. If he didnt apply for the VWP, will this affect anything? He's been back about 5 times and has never had problems, but I still am worried. If anyone knows anything about this subject it would be greatly appreciated, and hopefully put me at ease!

Edited by Alstar0730, 20 July 2010 - 10:00 PM.

matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-07-20 22:00:00
United KingdomMedical Exam

Then you should have documentation to explain it. (The instructions tell you this, too!)



My fiance has had a few seizures in the past and is currently on medication for them. Should he get a letter from his GP? Or can he just explain in a separate letter? ..this isn't something which they could deny his visa for is it? If he does need to get a letter from his GP (which I am thinking is the case), should it just explain his situation and that it is not a major problem?
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-24 23:29:00
United KingdomPlaystation 3... games region free... sooo is everything region free?
I'm interested in this topic too! (well, not really, but my fiance is). He has a ps3 in the UK and wants to bring it here. If anyone finds out information I'd love to know!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-05 14:41:00
United KingdomInterview Date...
Can someone direct me to the extortion hotline to pay for the visa? I somehow can't find it on here, and I want to take care of it ASAP. (I am the USC, so I'm referring to the $16 phone call I need to make)
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-16 20:58:00
United KingdomHelp!
Our interview/approval was just about 2 months after our NOA2, and my fiance will enter the US 2.5 months after NOA2. I definitely agree with the others that it is highly unlikely you will make it for your wedding, which is very unfortunate. Hopefully you can get some money back! Good luck
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-29 01:46:00
United KingdomI-134 Question
I sent my fiance my 134 stuff via regular UPS mail and it made it in 7 days. I think you will be good!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-05 22:13:00
United KingdomPre-Pay for K-1 Visa in London?
Is this the number that costs a flat rate of $16 for up to 7 minutes?

also, how do you get the receipt? I can't find anything about this and I'm curious. If I (as the USC) pay over the phone, how does the receipt get worked out?
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-22 00:54:00
United Kingdomadministrative processing vs additional processing..
YAY good for you! My heart dropped a bit as I was reading your original post, that would have been terrible! I hope my fiance's visa arrives as promptly as yours!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-17 18:29:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)how long with the nvc?

Pardon my ignorance, but I also received our NOA2. how do I know when the NVC receives it? Do they notify me via email like the USCIS or via mail? Thanks!



Call the NVC at 603-334-0700, press 1, then press 0. Have your case # on hand because they will need it. They will be able to tell you if it has been received!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-23 22:41:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)how long with the nvc?
got out NOA2 on Feb 3rd and they JUST received our case at the NVC on the 14th, seems to be a little slower so I wouldn't worry!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-16 16:01:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)how long with the nvc?
We got our NOA2 3rd Feb and NVC only just got our info yesterday, haven't even logged it in their system yet. So seems to be taking longer than average, but what else is new!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-15 07:54:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionPacket 3 completion

It looks like London are running at about 2 months right now, between your case leaving NVC to getting an interview date. Hope you get yours soon. :thumbs:



This may be a stupid question.. but when you say running about 2 months to getting an interview date, I'm assuming you wait 2 months, THEN get your date. If so, typically how long is the wait until the interview? For example, if London receives your case today, in two months you get your date.. is the date pretty close to when they notify you or do you wait ages again for that?
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-17 23:49:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWHEN YOU E-FILE TAX RETURNS, DO YOU SIGN THE 1040 COPY FOR INTERVIEW?
I need help too!

I currently, as of August 2010, am making enough money to meet the requirements to support my fiance. Before August, I was not making much money in my job as it wasn't salaried. Should I still send in my 1040/W2s from last year?

I obviously plan on getting a letter from my employer stating my salary, and copies of the last 6 pay stubs. So there's two proofs there. Would it just be unnecessary or asking for trouble sending in tax forms that make it appear I don't make enough money? I'm torn. Advice appreciated!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-23 22:28:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionMedical Appointment (London Embassy)

Nope. It makes no difference. And the medical appointments can be gotten much faster than the interview. Even when they are super busy, they can usually get someone an appointment in about 2 weeks.



I am a little confused. Should we wait to book the medical until we know London has logged our files? I guess a better question would be on average how long does it take between being sent off by NVC to London actually logging the file.. Then we can book it with a time frame in mind so it is logged when they get the results.

Thanks!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-06 13:14:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionpacket 3 london
so I understand all the forms needed in packet 3... question is about DS-2001. I understand this is sent saying you are ready for the interview.. can this be sent even though you have not had your medical? I.E, your medical is booked, just hasn't happened? I couldn't find any info on this and it's probably an obvious, yes, you can send it, but I wanted to double check!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-03 20:01:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionNo Interview letter!!!
I read you could get in without the letter on here and I wasn't worried about that, HE is the one that got my wheels turning when he started getting really worried about it. I will try calling DOS today and see what they say. My mail from the US snail mail got to him quicker than mail from London!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-23 07:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionNo Interview letter!!!
So I think we are overreacting a bit, but my fiance still has yet to receive his interview letter, which is March 28. He called the embassy today and they gave him the email code etc, so hoping to hear back and see what can be done. When he asked what would happen if he didn't get it in time, the person on the phone said something about rescheduling the interview!! Is this something we should worry about or if he has not received can he get in anyways?

I don't get why they just can't email you a letter in the first place!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-22 22:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHow is your NOA2 waiting time?

that would be fantastic, any help and information is very helpful

thanks again :)



Keep us all posted, I am very intrigued as to what the uscis means by that. Hope it's an approval for ya!!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-14 18:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHow is your NOA2 waiting time?
It's been 4 months for us now, which I understand is under the "national goal" but I still find it completely ridiculous. If it's lack of personnel, hire more people!! We all know there are people out there who need jobs.. But that could very well just turn into even more people sitting at uscis not doing their job and driving us all crazy.

But really, don't they realize what we are waiting for? The most frustrating part is it's not over after this, there's more and more waiting. At least we have the VJ wesite to vent our valid complaints.
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-13 22:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNext Steps NOA2

Hoping someone might be able to clear this up for me as i have seen much conflicting things/ ways.

Do the London embassy - ive looked in the regional posts - but need very recent - do they scheudle the interview before they have the medical results? I know that u need the medical results before attending interview ( they must have them) but will they still schedule u in for an interview date? The reason why I ask is the waiting time for interview is about 6 weeks i think if not longer and didnt want have to go do medical before I can even send my forms in and be scheduled - i.e it would make much more sense to get the interview date and then whilst waiting, do the medical??? Am I right or do they not do this?



They've recently changed it and won't schedule your interview until they get your medical results, but I like your way much better, it makes more sense. You can find this information at the bottom of this page. http://london.usemba...xamination.html
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-20 07:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAnother NOA2
Congrats!!!! Good luck with the next steps. Were hoping to get the same news as you in about 3 werks time. There are so many terrible things about the wait but the one that annoys me most is you could be waiting ages just to get an RFE. I have my fingers crossed I didn't make any silly mistakes because it would be devastating to wait this long to have to fix something and wait even longer :wacko:
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-21 19:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK-1 Approved!

I just wanted to give you a heads up tho, my now hubby and I went through the london embassy.. and it took them about a month to send us the K1.... They told us when we paid for the courier that it would take a week..
and we had NO issues with the interview or paperwork.
So, just dont get freaked ( i know we did when the k1 didnt come in a week)... it will get to you.. and if doesnt within 4 weeks.. id inquire..



How do you have any idea then, when to book your flight? :bonk:
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-07 23:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK-1 Approved!
Congrats!! That's so exciting!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-07 07:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 Wedding Planning -what is/was your plan?

Will go down to city hall and sign the legal paperwork as soon as FI arrives in US. Planning the wedding (ie religious ceremony and reception) for June 2012.



I like the way you think, our plans are similar. Get to city hall, do the paperwork, enjoy our time together finally, and then plan a real wedding in the future, with minimal stress. I think that's the best way to do it, I sure don't want to be planning a wedding while we are up to our necks in stress from this whole process!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-20 23:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApproved and ready to go!
Congrats!!

Did you ask for earliest date possible on your cover letter or where??
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-10 20:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember CSC filers?
we just our NOA2 today also! NOA1 Sept 13.. thanks to all of you out there no RFEs!!

looking forward to a quicker and painless process from here on out!
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-03 19:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow long apart?

I've gone through two or three periods of six months without seeing my SO. Each time we went that long it became more difficult to bear. I've noticed that when we go that long without seeing each other we bicker over the silliest things. I guess we become moody and depressed.

I went this past november and again in december, and boy do I wish I had the money to afford a monthly trip but I certainly do not. I don't know when will be the next time I'll go. I would like to hold off until our interview but without an approval in sight who knows how long it'll be before we get an interview date. Now I'll have to scrounge for pennies so that I could go once more and soon!

I go out with family and friends to distract myself but secretly I daydream about how the day would have been if my SO were there too. Going to parties alone...ugh, the worst, especially when you see other couples.

My only relief is that someday soon we will be together permanently and we'll be able to close this four year long distance relationship chapter, and start a new happy life together.

Let's all hang in there because one day things will get better ;)



I agree with everything you've said, couldn't have put it better myself. We met in Berlin almost three years ago and we just want to start our life together!! It seems like the end is nonexistent but let's hope the uscis gets it's act together so everyone can get their good news.
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-13 22:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow long apart?
We went 6 months, visited uk in June and then again at Christmas. Before that we were seeing each other roughly every 2-3 months, so it's been very hard. And now we wait. Filed in sept and are, like so many others, awaiting our noa2. Wot see him again until he arrives for good, looking to be another 6 months of agony, hoping for less. Much less.
matt y andreaFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-13 22:14:00