Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion	dual citizenship (UK/US) for baby ?	Just bumping this to add on the British Embassy Website they state there is no need to register the birth and we can go ahead and apply for a Passport without registering. The Passport is proof baby is a British Citizen or something to that effect. All the same I will call Washington tomorrow to verify.	Missbollinger	Female	United Kingdom	2009-04-19 21:07:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion	dual citizenship (UK/US) for baby ?	We have to do this too for our son. DS1 was born in England so he is a British Citizen by Birth. I ordered 2 Birth Certificates so we can get the ball rolling on the British side and US Passport side so if we don't get the British passport on time we can still travel to see granny in July.	Missbollinger	Female	United Kingdom	2009-04-18 20:45:00
Philippines	flying with the baby	Just regular Petroleum Jelly vasline, its suppose to form a seal to protect the inside of the ear, I've also heard of warm wash cloths in cups to put over the baby's ears but not tried it myself.	Missbollinger	Female	United Kingdom	2009-07-06 07:35:00
Philippines	flying with the baby	I am flying with our son in 2 weeks, he will be 4 months old. I have flown with DS1 before at 4 weeks old so here's what I know. Use cotton balls with vaseline on the baby's ears to prevent popping and either nurse/bottle or give a paci on take off and landing. Other than that there really isn't much you need to do. Make sre you either gate check a stroller or brin a baby carrier/sling fo easier movement through the airport. Hope that helps and GL!	Missbollinger	Female	United Kingdom	2009-07-05 07:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	A question regarding visiting while the visa is pending:	Beneficiary coming back to the States while the K-1 is pending: I've heard from some places that it matters, other places that it doesn't. There are some horror stories here and there, and other folks who say they flew all over the place, and it didn't really matter. I don't think it really matters in our case, since we're probably going to play it better safe than sorry, and use it as an excuse to go somewhere we've never been together (heading for Canada! His money's worth even MORE!), but it's one question I've never really gotten an answer on the same way twice. Thanks, folks!~ Let me have a stab at this. Basically applying for a K-1 visa is considered seeking residency. Coming over to visit via the visa-waiver contradicts it. Using the visa waiver you are declaring you do not intend on moving over here however as you have already submitted a K-1 you are contradicting it. Do I make any sense? I guess it will also depend on which port you enter through and the officer in charge. You can say I am visiting my fiance(e) but will leave to wait for your K-1 and they can either say yay or nay. I would just sit tight than waste a trip in case they don't let you in. Someone please phrase this a little better, I am such a dork today I can barely string two words together!	Missbollinger	Female	United Kingdom	2007-06-29 13:07:00
Asia: South	K1 Interview at Mumbai	QUOTE (ritesh-trupti @ Aug 20 2007, 08:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (ritesh-trupti @ Jul 31 2007, 10:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi all, My fiance just had her K1 interview on July 31. All paperwork seems fine. But still she didn't get visa. Embassy officer had only one concern that is "why we didn't get married instead of getting engaged?". My fiance told him that we didn't want to rush and we didn't have enough time. However, embassy officer said that there was more that enough time since I stayed in India for more than 4 weeks (Dec 24 2006 to Jan 28 2007). They have asked her to submit proof of our ongoing relationship such as telephone records, e-mails and pics at Ahmedabad VFS office. My fiance had those proof with her at that time and she even offered it to embassy officer but they didn't take it. I don't know what's processing will be after that. So, should I be worried? Although she is not issued visa, she is not denied either. It does not seem she is issued 221G or a rejection letter. I have asked my fiance to submit those proof to Ahmedabad VFS asap. FYI, My finance's parents live in Texas and I live in NJ. There is only 2 yr age diff, and every thing seems fine in terms of race, religion and other factors. All your comment and help will be truly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Yaaaahooooo, my fiance just received visa in mail. She was issued 221G on July 31. She submitted paperwork to VFS Ahmedabad on August 10 and she got visa on August 20. Not bad after all. I guess all is well if it ends in well. I am thankful to God that she got visa. You guys have no idea but 221G gave me, my fiance and our family so many sleep less nights. Thanks to all those who took time to reply my post. So, to all those who have filed K1 in India, be prepared to answer the question WHY YOU DIDN'T MARRY INSTEAD OF GETTING ENGAGEMENT? Please don't say there was not enough time. Please don't say we need more time to get to know each other. In my opinion, following answer seems more suitable: all my fiance's relatives live in US and they all desired that our wedding take place in US so that they can attend wedding. Wish you good luck to all of you. Great!! Congratulations.....	Sandip	Male	India	8/20/2007 9:35
Asia: South	finaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaallly......	QUOTE (MariaDane @ Aug 23 2007, 09:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congratulations Congratulations!!! THAT WAS EASY......	Sandip	Male	India	8/23/2007 12:15
Asia: South	Questions on K-1 Interview - New Delhi	QUOTE (Vyom & Vidya @ Aug 24 2007, 10:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sandip @ Aug 23 2007, 02:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Vyom & Vidya @ Aug 23 2007, 08:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi All, My fiance's interview is on the 27th at New Delhi. Two questions that I would really appreciate your help with.. 1) Is it possible for my fiance to pick up her passport after the interview, instead of waiting for the courier? This is specifically for New Delhi. Anyone know the process or how long it may take (to pick it up) 2) While I did send my Certificate of Naturalization/Citizenship copy as part of Packet 4, I did not send photocopy of US Passport. Is this necessary, or one of the two is sufficient. Looking forward to your responses. Thanks again! - Vyom I was told at New Delhi that I can pick it up the next day. Unfortunately, it was Saturday and I didn't want to stay in Delhi for 3 more days so I didn't bother. With courier, It arrived within 4 days. You should be fine with Certificate of Naturalization but would be nice if she also have a copy of your passport (Should not be required). Another thing that will do is prove that you came to India to visit her etc. Hope this helps!!! Sandip Thanks Sandip for your quick reply! This does help. One followup - were you told at the Embassy window where you interviewed? Where could you have picked it up, at the embassy or the VFS office? How long do they "hold" the passport before sending it out via courier? Thanks again - Vyom Enbassy window where my wife was interviewed. You have to pick it up from the VFS office. I am not sure how long they hold it but you call the VFS office next day to make sure that they have it and tell them not to courier it. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	8/24/2007 12:48
Asia: South	Questions on K-1 Interview - New Delhi	QUOTE (Vyom & Vidya @ Aug 23 2007, 08:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi All, My fiance's interview is on the 27th at New Delhi. Two questions that I would really appreciate your help with.. 1) Is it possible for my fiance to pick up her passport after the interview, instead of waiting for the courier? This is specifically for New Delhi. Anyone know the process or how long it may take (to pick it up) 2) While I did send my Certificate of Naturalization/Citizenship copy as part of Packet 4, I did not send photocopy of US Passport. Is this necessary, or one of the two is sufficient. Looking forward to your responses. Thanks again! - Vyom I was told at New Delhi that I can pick it up the next day. Unfortunately, it was Saturday and I didn't want to stay in Delhi for 3 more days so I didn't bother. With courier, It arrived within 4 days. You should be fine with Certificate of Naturalization but would be nice if she also have a copy of your passport (Should not be required). Another thing that will do is prove that you came to India to visit her etc. Hope this helps!!! Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	8/23/2007 13:27
Asia: South	JFK POE	QUOTE (ELW @ Aug 25 2007, 03:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congrats doc cute! So you did not get questioned at all, at JFK POE? I guess they are nicer to the ladies. Happy you are having a great time in NY, all the best for years of happiness! Welcome!! Good to know that everything went smooth. Immi officer didn't ask a single question to my wife either.	Sandip	Male	India	8/26/2007 12:24
Asia: South	not sure...!	QUOTE (soni1952 @ Aug 26 2007, 05:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hello all, my wife is preparing to come to U.S. and yesterday she asked me a question. she wants to do mehndi (hena) on her hands. is there any fingerprinting required at POE..?? I know this sounds dummmmmmmm..but I was not sure if that is okay to do it or not.? any thought.? My wife was in a same dilema. They do take fingerprints at POE of your both index fingers but I don't think mehndi will affect anything. Thanks Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	8/26/2007 18:21
Asia: South	still waiting on transfer	bszoom42 is correct, that is how they do it. It took mine nearly 2 weeks to reach the NVC too. I know how frustrating it is. Mine took more than 3 weeks. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	8/16/2007 10:11
Asia: South	for new delhi	QUOTE (neel06 @ Aug 31 2007, 08:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sandip @ Aug 31 2007, 05:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (neel06 @ Aug 30 2007, 10:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hello friends. I wanted to know when does a person submit the 2 completed copies of DS-156 and two completed copies of DS-3052 when going through new delhi. i found out about these forms from the mumbai consulate website but couldn't find anything from the delhi website. thanks for ur help. Since my wife never received P3, we downloaded it from Mumbai embassy and mailed it. So, we submitted 2 pics and 2 copies of DS-156 as P3. Sandip thanks sandip. what would i do without you. thanks a million No problemo.	Sandip	Male	India	8/31/2007 10:17
Asia: South	for new delhi	QUOTE (neel06 @ Aug 30 2007, 10:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hello friends. I wanted to know when does a person submit the 2 completed copies of DS-156 and two completed copies of DS-3052 when going through new delhi. i found out about these forms from the mumbai consulate website but couldn't find anything from the delhi website. thanks for ur help. Since my wife never received P3, we downloaded it from Mumbai embassy and mailed it. So, we submitted 2 pics and 2 copies of DS-156 as P3. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	8/31/2007 7:51
Asia: South	will they accept?	QUOTE (neel06 @ Aug 31 2007, 09:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hello friends. my I-129F got transfered to new delhi today. i was wondering will new delhi consulate accept my husband's packet 3 if he goes and drops off it on his own...... i mean i am really praying to get an october interview and if he waits for them to mail the packet 3....then it is very unlikely that his interview will be in october. are there any suggestions that can help us so that when he goes next week to delhi.....they accept his DS-230 and the checklist. thanks. Neelu, I mailed mine and it took them about 2weeks to acknowledge that they have received it. If you personally go there they may ask bunch of questions and may tell you wait for P3. Thanks Sandip Edited by Sandip, 01 September 2007 - 08:29 AM.	Sandip	Male	India	9/1/2007 8:27
Asia: South	return ticket required when coming to US on K3?	QUOTE (ELW @ Sep 5 2007, 05:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (journeyman @ Sep 4 2007, 11:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You are dealing with an idiot travel agent ! Look for another one. Agreed. My hubby came on a one way ticket in late May, on a K1. No problem. In fact most people with K1/K3 and other immigration visas, come on one way tickets, I would imagine! He/she is feeding you bunch of BULL****. No such requirement!!! Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/5/2007 8:08
Asia: South	CR1 - Case Transferred to Mumbai	QUOTE (ze22 @ Sep 5 2007, 08:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi ! Check if your BMB CASE NUMBER is included in the september appt list. check this link http://mumbai.uscons...t_schedule.html All the best! I am not sure if Packet 3 is required for CR1, but if it is you should download it from their website and submit it. Thanks Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/5/2007 9:27
Asia: South	sending documents	QUOTE (ELW @ Sep 3 2007, 05:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> USPS is best because it is pretty much reliable and cheapest; however it may take 7-10 days or longer to get there. It is really about your only choice because courier will probably not deliver to the village. I sent most things by USPS but sent a few important original documents via FedEx (guaranteed safe and arrives within 3 days usually). In case you are paranoid about some important original documents (like I was!) you can contact a friend or relative in a major city and send via FedEx or DHL, then they can hand deliver to your husband. I always used DHL and I was very happy with the service/cost. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/4/2007 19:22
Asia: South	Original for DOB for U.S. Citizen to inlcude in Packet 4?	QUOTE (ohioindian @ Aug 20 2007, 10:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I had emailed the New Delhi Embassy to find out about taking original documents to the interview or including in VFS package. In part of their reply they state they say that we have to include an original for my date of birth. I think this was a mistake and they meant that she should include her original birth certificate in the package and take a copy if she wants the original back. I have not heard of an ORIGINAL document showing the U.S. Citizen's date of birth being in the packet 4....does this make sense to anyone? I have been getting mixed messages from the consulate by emails and when my wife goes up to the counter. I am not sure what is the real deal. And we are closing in on the last week of the month, and they still have not updated the September interviews. You are correct. No need for you birth certificate unless you are using it as a proof for your citizenship. September dates should be updated this week sometime. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	8/21/2007 7:45
Asia: South	I-134 or I-1864	QUOTE (neel06 @ Sep 12 2007, 02:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hello i am going through new delhi and wanted to know do i get the I-134 notrized or the I-1864 for my husband. i have heard conflicting things. thanks. Just to be on the safe side, I gave both of them to my wife.	Sandip	Male	India	9/12/2007 15:43
Asia: South	passport help	QUOTE (journeyman @ Sep 12 2007, 12:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Not sure of Chandigarh RPO specifically. In general they ask for your interview letter and the Passport. Fill a form from available online. That's it. Usually it takes 1 day to issue the PCC in most cities in south india. Go to the passport office, fill out the form in the morning. You should get the clearance by the evening. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/13/2007 20:30
Asia: South	green card recieved	QUOTE (JA Tam @ Sep 4 2007, 02:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (love2007 @ Sep 4 2007, 03:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hey guys just wanted to share this good news with u that i recieved my green card today.it got delivered even before one month of my entering the USA. thankyou all for ur wishes. Congratulations! Congratulations!! More I think about it, I should have also done CR1 instead of K3. Just filled for AOS couple of days ago. Lets see.... Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/4/2007 19:20
Asia: South	Fiancee's K-1 Visa Approved	QUOTE (ohioindian @ Sep 12 2007, 11:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Parag, thank you for being a good VJ'er. You always give thorough posts and explain your experience. Congratulations and all the best wishes to you and your fiance. Congratulations!!! WOW, that was a long list of questions. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/12/2007 12:10
Asia: South	Is it safe to give copy of passport and copy of visa to travel agents	When I booked tickets via Air India for my wife they asked for copies of her passport and visa. My travel agent was here in US but she told me that she needs the documents because the ticket is being issued from India. First of all, my wife didn't have her visa issued at the time and even if it was issued, I was not going to give it to the agent. I told her to issue the ticket from US instead of India because she had told me that visa/passport is not required if the ticket is issued from US. It was very weird..... Be Careful Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/24/2007 8:15
Asia: South	Received Packet 4 in mail	QUOTE (journeyman @ Sep 24 2007, 05:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sandip @ Sep 24 2007, 11:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (waiting4ever @ Sep 24 2007, 12:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Today I received Packet 4 for my wife's interview. She has been waiting for this for about two weeks since it is needed to get her medical done and submit documents to the VFS. I am surprised as to why I received it instead of my wife. I am the agent for her but I thought that the Packet 4 was suppose to go to her in India. Why was this sent to me in the United States. Any information on this matter would be appreciated. She should be getting one too. They probably mailed it to both of you. In my case they did the same thing. If I were you, I would mail it your wife because with mail system in India you never know..... Sandip In other words you are asking him to courier it ! Yes	Sandip	Male	India	9/25/2007 8:11
Asia: South	Received Packet 4 in mail	QUOTE (waiting4ever @ Sep 24 2007, 12:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Today I received Packet 4 for my wife's interview. She has been waiting for this for about two weeks since it is needed to get her medical done and submit documents to the VFS. I am surprised as to why I received it instead of my wife. I am the agent for her but I thought that the Packet 4 was suppose to go to her in India. Why was this sent to me in the United States. Any information on this matter would be appreciated. She should be getting one too. They probably mailed it to both of you. In my case they did the same thing. If I were you, I would mail it your wife because with mail system in India you never know..... Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/24/2007 13:55
Asia: South	interview	QUOTE (pbgirl @ Sep 28 2007, 07:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> That's interesting that dates are really starting to be pushed out. When we interviewed for the K3 (almost 2 years ago now), we didn't have to submit anything before hand. They just sent a letter with the interview date, and forms to fill out (including the medical) and bring to the interview. Neelu, Did your husband submitted P3 in person? If he mailed it, please stay on top of it. In my case, after 3 weeks they acknowledged that they have received it and I had to pull some strings with my Congressman. If P3 is makes it into the system early next month, you have a very good chance for November interview. Good Luck!!! Thanks Edited by Sandip, 28 September 2007 - 08:38 AM.	Sandip	Male	India	9/28/2007 8:37
Asia: South	interview	QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Sep 26 2007, 07:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> bump New Delhi schedule should have been posted by now. I think usually, they try to get it out by 22nd of every month. You would be lucky to get interview date in Nov. If not, you may have to wait till December. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	9/26/2007 9:13
Asia: South	Interview at New Delhi Consulate	QUOTE (cjindia @ Feb 5 2008, 11:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sandip @ Feb 5 2008, 09:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (DanielParul @ Feb 5 2008, 05:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Daniel will be with me during my interview As far as I know, he will not be allowed to be with me though Is there any way to let the Consular Officer know for definate that he is outside. I read somewhere that carrying Daniel's passport along with mine is a good way of letting them know that he is with me. Will that ?? Unless something changed recently, as far as I know he will be allowed to go with you. Sandip I sent an email to the consulate, they said , although the department usually does not allow anyone to come with the interviewew that it is up to the security whether they let you in or not(depending on how many people are in the building). If security lets you in, they have no concerns. I guess if everyone brought someone in, then the room would be packed... New Delhi allows the petitioner to go inside.	Sandip	Male	India	2/5/2008 14:16
Asia: South	Interview at New Delhi Consulate	QUOTE (DanielParul @ Feb 5 2008, 05:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Daniel will be with me during my interview As far as I know, he will not be allowed to be with me though Is there any way to let the Consular Officer know for definate that he is outside. I read somewhere that carrying Daniel's passport along with mine is a good way of letting them know that he is with me. Will that ?? Unless something changed recently, as far as I know he will be allowed to go with you. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	2/5/2008 9:19
Africa: Sub-Saharan	Visa Approval today!!!	Congrats!!! Congratulations!!	Sandip	Male	India	2007-06-13 12:10:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	noa 2 aprroved how long	Hi I had my NOA 2 on 24th April but the NVC still hasn't received case. My approval number on NOA 2 was the same as receipt number on NOA 1 is this correct My NOA2 was issued on April 12th and they received my paperwork at NVC on May 4th. Three weeks. Your's should be coming this week. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	2007-05-09 15:22:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	For January/February 2007 filers...	I was just wanting to get an idea about how long it takes for CSC to mail our packets to NVC. I am still waiting for them to receive mine. Does the NVC send an email or just a letter via postal mail? Thanks! Girl, I am right along with you. In fact, I was about to post the same question. We got our NOA2 on May 23 and still no case at NVC. I am sitting here by the clock waiting for them to open so I can call and talk to someone. I call everyday. I am definately beyond mad now. Unfortunately, mine took 22 days.	Sandip	Male	India	2007-06-07 08:12:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	No Touches since Applied	sandip, my NOA1 date is Jan 3 and the last touch is Jan 30..notin from then..hang on there... mononoke, the link u have given is for k1, is there similar for k3 too?? TIA Citizen, I looked at your timeline and according to VJ yours should have been approved by March 26th. I don't expect these to be entirely accurate but lets see if its even close. Hope you get approval notice soon. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	2007-03-30 08:56:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	No Touches since Applied	Well, in that case I hope that I start seeing touches soon. It has been two months already.	Sandip	Male	India	2007-03-29 14:29:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	No Touches since Applied	Myreceipt date (NOA1 for K3) is 01/29/2007 and I have not received any touches. Not sure if anything wrong.	Sandip	Male	India	2007-03-29 12:33:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	HELLO ASAMU, CITIZEN AND DATA SHEET	I am thinking about going K3 route. CR-1 route will add at least 2 months to the processing and I want her to get here ASAP!!	Sandip	Male	India	2007-04-13 09:28:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	HELLO ASAMU, CITIZEN AND DATA SHEET	agm, I'm hoping my life will be the same as yours. Since April 2, I have not receive any touches. Hello consolemaster Since you filed with Vermont, you may be surprised how quick the Vermont office process. At least, you do not have to wait 117 days like I did. agm Hey Guys, I have been following your timelines for a while now. Just wanted to let everyone know that K3 and I-130 for my wife got approved yesterday. Thanks for everyone help and good luck. Sandip	Sandip	Male	India	2007-04-13 08:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Janaury Filers, still no NOA2	Congrats, Sandip. We are also the same timeline may be we are next?? I most certainly hope so.	Sandip	Male	India	2007-04-13 08:41:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Janaury Filers, still no NOA2	I Got approved today . both I 130 and I 129 throrugh CSC. I filed in Janury. I had no touches what so ever , just pending until I got email about approval Hi gsv64.... CONGRATULATIONS FOR YOUR APPROVAL.... we are on same date of filing of I-130... we also filed on January 11,,, still waiting for the NOA2!!!! our last touch was Fed. 22... I got both k3 and I-130 approved yesterday. Good Luck to you all	Sandip	Male	India	2007-04-13 08:11:00