biggish data

No using household members with an I-134 for a K-1. There is no combining of incomes with the I-134. That is only for an I-864. You need a co-sponsor that meets the requirement on their own for their household size plus the foreign fiance(e).

So you're saying that if my friend who wants to help gets a job, she'll have to make enough to be above the 125% poverty line for her family of three, and for my fiance. So how much money (a year) would that be exactly?

Eowyn_1

Not Telling

2014-01-13 21:28:00

hi

did your friend file taxes? it's not only having a job, but also paying taxes

I'm guessing she will file for taxes based on what she earned last year. Also have you heard anything about the fiance needing to live with the co-sponsor? Someone I know who has helped people with other immigration issues mentioned that, but I don't know if she just heard wrong. Any idea?

Eowyn_1

Not Telling

2014-01-12 16:02:00

I have a friend who is looking for a job now, who when she gets a job would like to help co-sponsor- how long will she have to work there before she can legally co-sponsor him?

Eowyn_1

Not Telling

2014-01-12 09:22:00

OK to answer everyone- I do not claim anyone as a dependant on taxes. so it would just be me and my fiance. Avery- yeah, i thought I wouldn't make enough to just sponsor him myself. I DO however have a good amount in savings, and so does my fiance. How much do they factor savings in?

Eowyn_1

Not Telling

2013-12-17 21:28:00

Hey- I've been asking around about how much I need to make to be approved to sponsor my fiance before he applies for a job. All the answers I get are to study instructions and to look at a poverty chart thing which really only confuses me more.

Some informtion about me:

- I am the only one who works in my household. My grandfather has investments (he won't be a co-sponsor), but would those factor into my household income?

- I make almost 9 dollars an hour at my work, and I work anywhere from 14 hours a week to 35.

- There are 4 people total in my household

- I haven't worked a full calander year yet, so I don't have a good idea of yearly income.

Please don't post the whole poverty line chart unless you can explain it to me please. I'm really wanting to figure out if I can actually sponsor mu fiance by myself. I am not having success finding a sponsor at the moment, so I'd love some clearer answers.I'm looking to file the paperwork in January. Thanks!

Eowyn_1

Not Telling

2013-12-17 20:13:00

K-1 vaccination, affidavit doubts, etc.

Thank you Jared&Debora for posting these questions. I was just about to post something similar. I'm trying to put together a checklist of items that we can work on prior to the NOA2. If someone has one on this website that they would like to share that would be great. I'll keep checking the replies that are posted for this topic.

Thanks again everyone for all of your help with us "newbies".

Are we there yet?

Female

Peru

2014-01-17 12:09:00

Embassy refused DHL delivery?

Hi everyone! I haven't found too much on this topic here on Visa Journey, but was wondering if anyone has ever seen while tracking their paperwork from the NVC to the Embassy that the package was refused by the recipient (meaning the Embassy)?

Is this something that I should be concerned about or just give it a few days and see what happens? I'd just hate for my paperwork to end up in the hands of somebody it doesn't belong to or have to resubmit everything all over again.

Any advice, suggestions, etc... would greatly be appreciated.

Thank you!

Are we there yet?

Female

Peru

2014-02-21 15:04:00

Phot in bags being return

I put mine in a plastic bag stapled to a sheet of paper that was labeled "Photos". Also, don't forget to label the back of each picture with names, dates and locations. I just received my NOA2 smooth sailing with no RFE's, so it worked for me!!

vp1981

Female

Dominican Republic

2013-01-21 12:05:00

Gay Marriage

Hi-
Here is a recent thread started by a petitioner for same-sex couple...he seems to have a good handle on the process, so maybe try contacting him on VJ! Hope this helps...good luck!

http://www.visajourn...rizon-tim-keno/

vp1981

Female

Dominican Republic

2013-01-28 12:13:00

Does my fiance need her documents translated?

Ok, great! Just checking! Ours is on the 18th!

vp1981

Female

Dominican Republic

2013-02-27 22:03:00

Does my fiance need her documents translated?

You said she has her interview...are you going to be there too? From my understanding, it's pretty mandatory, or at least HIGHLY suggested for both to be there in the D.R...

vp1981

Female

Dominican Republic

2013-02-27 21:14:00

K-1 / RFE / Question

To all,

Thanks for your replies

I finally got my hardcopy RFE May 6. Already sent reply back to CSC today. Pretty simple matter. Come on NOA2!!!

Chemmy

Male

Philippines

2013-05-07 17:37:00

K-1 / RFE / Question

Hello to All VJer's!

I had something very strange occur here pertaining to an RFE. Hopefully someone out there can explain, since no one at USCIS could explain it. (I'm sure this comes a shock to you all )

On April 22, I checked my case status on the USCIS website, finally after 7 months and 2 days they looked at my application. Much to my surprise, they stated an RFE would be coming my way(Never thought I would be so happy to get an RFE). Now, I patiently waited for almost two weeks, checking my mailbox every day and guess what? No letter has appeared in my mailbox. So tonight, I checked the website and wouldn't you know it, the website states that on May 1, an RFE was mailed to me. #######?

What happened to the the RFE that was supposedly sent April 22? Something else that got me attention was I have yet to receive any text or e-mail notifications of the RFE's. I know its working because I got text and e-mail notification for my NOA1

Now here is the question, did they send me 2 RFE's? One on April 22 and one on May 1 or was the first notification a mistake? I talked to Tier 2 rep and all they could do was say that an RFE was sent May 1.

Any input from you all would be greatly appreciated.

Chemmy

Male

Philippines

2013-05-02 20:08:00

Filling out I-134 for K-1 & K-2 Purposes

Hello Everyone!

I have a few questions regarding filling out the I-134. Question 11 regarding " I intend or do not intend"

I checked the sample form I-134 on VJ and it has for K-1 purposes fill in the following: N/A (K-1 Visa Process to Permanent Residence). Can someone tell me if this statement is still valid when submitting I-134 at Embassy Manila interview? Or do I have to check intend and make specific statements as to amounts and duration?

Also, because my fiancee will be submitting K-2 visa documents, would I put on the (K-2) I-134, N/A (K-2 Visa Process to Permanent Residence) for Question 11?

Lastly, is it recommended that I fill in net worth numbers, savings accounts, stocks, bond info even if I already meet income guidelines without that information or will putting that information on the form just "muddy the waters" with Embassy Manila?

Thanks to Advise

Chemmy

Male

Philippines

2013-05-27 20:07:00

K1 Medical and Mental Health

Thanks everyone for your response

stazie1

Not Telling

United Kingdom

2013-07-20 08:02:00

K1 Medical and Mental Health

I wonder if someone can please give me some hope.
In 2004 I was diagnosed with Depression and spent 3 months in hospital and in 2010 I was struck down again by my ex partner leaving me for someone ele.
I was also diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder and depression. I made some bad choices and in May and July 2010 I took an overdose and was in hospital overnight.
I have remained on anti depressants ever since but I'm glad to say that I have been well for 3 years now.
I am extremely worried that I will not pass the medical examination due to my history.
My Doctor has said she will write a letter saying that I am not a threat to myself or anyone else.
To summarise, I am "the best" I have ever been and I think testament to that is that fact that my mother passed away on Christmas Eve last year and I have dealt with that in a productive way with no signs of my past issues reoccurring
The thought of waiting 5 months for processing and then possible denial is difficult to come to terms with.
If anyone has any experience of a similar situation I would appreciate you sharing your story.
Thanks in advance
Stazie.

stazie1

Not Telling

United Kingdom

2013-07-19 09:27:00

RFE Divorce Decree

Did you send in the Decree Absolute or the conditional order?
The decree absolute is the paper that is stamped by the judge to say that you are now divorced and that you are legally able to enter into another marriage.

stazie1

Not Telling

United Kingdom

2013-08-18 04:40:00

After DS160

Thank you all for your response

stazie1

Not Telling

United Kingdom

2013-11-04 12:43:00

After DS160

I've completed form DS160 online. My question is do I now wait for packet 3 to arrive in the mail or do I create an account, make the visa payment and schedule an interview at the London consulate on the visa appointment service website? Thanks

stazie1

Not Telling

United Kingdom

2013-11-04 04:52:00

K1 visa

Thank you very much... such a stressfull journey lol

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2013-11-24 23:31:00

K1 visa

Hi,

I am Canadian and my boyfriend is American, we are trying to figure out what we want to do in order to be together, we do not want to rush things as it pertains to our relationship but find long distance difficult. My question is, if we apply for a K1 visa, how long after I move to the US can I apply for my green card? And what is the timeline for that usually.

Any imput would help me at this point

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2013-11-24 22:44:00

K1 Vis fees

Thank you!

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-18 22:48:00

K1 Vis fees

Thank you Abby :thumbs:

Oops I had forgotten about the fee for AOS. Just getting the process started... so much to think about! But your timeline just made me super hopeful. You see and hear so many complaints about the long wait, but your waiting time was pretty good. I heard Montreal was slow for interviews but it doesn't seem so bad, hopefully they keep the same pace for another few months lol! I'm excited can't wait.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-18 20:16:00

K1 Vis fees

Hi,

I don't know if I'm blind or dumb, but I am looking for information regarding the fees associated with my k1 visa. I have seen the first fee that must be sent with the I-129F petition, but I haven't been able to find the other fees. I'm not sure if this is relevant but I live in Montreal.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-18 19:07:00

Im curious...I sent boarding passes & passport stamps for me. Some photos, screenshots from checkins on Facebook, an engagement ring receipt with his card on my visit (I stayed at his flat in England) 3 photos, a photo of me wearing the engagement ring & a letter from his roommate stating I was there. We didn't go anywhere because money is tight & everything was paid in cash. Do you think I'll get an rfe? I just visited him again & I have more boarding passes & stamps & more photos of us this time (including ones with his family) in case I do get an rfe...

From what I understand I believe you have enough. As stated earlier in this thread, they are only looking for proof that you have met in the last 2 years. Proof of bona fide relationship is for the interview... So I do not think you have too much to worry about.

Good luck and keep us posted! :thumbs:

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-25 23:46:00

Just so everyone is clear, you do not need proof of a relationship at I129(f) time. You do however need that at interview time.

All you need at I129(f) time is proof that you met once in the last 2 years.

OH yeah that's true.

Anyways I just looked into a few things and in the last year we have over 726 hours talking on skype! I don't think proving we have an ongoing relationship will be an issue lol. And we have plenty of pictures and boarding passes to prove we have seen each other recently. Everything is looking good!

Thank you everyone :thumbs:

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-22 21:33:00

Thanks but when you travel from Canada to the States they don't usually stamp your passport.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-21 22:59:00

Ok thanks, we have more than enough of that. I think I just want to make sure we have everything covered.

Edited by LiliBurd, 21 May 2014 - 09:58 PM.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-21 21:58:00

Hello,

We are about to start our I-129F package. We met online, and have been officially dating since August 2013. I was wondering if screenshots of facebook posts can be submitted for proof of relationship? I have my plane tickets, he will checking for his. We also have some pictures of both of us with his family, as well as booking confirmation for a cruise during Christmas time. Just wondering how much they actually need since we have seen each other many times in the last year.

Thank you

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-05-21 20:51:00

Spelling of name

Perfect!

Thanks for your help

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-06-24 14:59:00

Spelling of name

I have kind of funny question, but i just don't want to make any mistakes. My last name is french and has 'é' in it. which is how it is spelled on my passport. Should I write the same way on our paper work, or it doesn't make a difference.

Thanks for your help!

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-06-24 13:45:00

Add the location to your curt reply and you've got your answer.

FYI I was not looking for an answer, simply making sure that what I planned on writing was the right thing to do. Thank you to everyone else that gave me simple examples of what they wrote, that was quite helpful and reassuring

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-15 11:55:00

You got it wrong. You are supposed to have the exact day in August. They will be suspicious if you do not even know the day you guys met.

I never said i didn't know the date we met... I have a plane ticket for it. I doubt they will have anything to be suspicious about.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-14 21:57:00

You've got it wrong. The declaration is how you met in person.....not how you came to meet first time.

I do not have it wrong... I said we met in person in August 2013.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-14 14:57:00

My fiance just wrote:

We met playing scrabble online. We met in person for the first time in Houston, TX in March 2012.

It fit in the box fine and we were approved with no RFEs.

We submitted copies of boarding passes and passport stamps, the receipt from a hotel we stayed at with both our names on, and 4 photos of us together which I dated on the back.

Good luck!

Perfect thank you!

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-14 10:08:00

Hello,

I just got engaged last week to my American Fiancé :joy: And we are starting our paperwork. I was just looking for some advice regarding the declaration of how we met. Our story is quite simple, met online, then in person and have been dating since August 2013. I just want to make sure we do everything right.

Thank you for your help!

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-13 22:31:00

This may seem silly but... Scheduling the wedding!?

So forgive me if this is a super silly question (or if there are a lot of threads about it), but I want to hear some stories!

My fiancé and I are in the throes of wedding planning, but the idea that we could pick a date that is before his approval or too late AFTER the approval is terrifying!

So what did y'all do?

We were thinking, ideally, we'd apply in August 2014 and be able to get married (or "married," as in venues, flowers, cake but maybe not legally, lawfully, sign the certificate yet if the visa isn't ready yet) in June 2015. We are looking at a venue when he visits this weekend. Is it possible to have a "ceremony" and reception of sorts, and then get "married" after? Or vice versa? Should we just wait until the petition is approved?

As if wedding planning weren't already insane enough...

Trust me by no means is that a silly question. It is probably one of the biggest struggles that come with the K-1 Visa, in my opinion anyway :wacko:

As mentioned it all depends what is important to you. I reluctantly suggested we go that route courthouse and later on the actual wedding to try and make things easier, but as my very smart fiancé put it... If we do that we will probably never actually go through with the wedding reception, and to us it is important to celebrate the same day we say our vows and legally become Mr & Mrs. Therefore we are most probably planning a simple but elegant beach wedding in Florida. It would be ideal to get married during the off season, and for Florida this means before December and after April. I'm hoping our timing works out for me to move in February so we can have the wedding in April.

As far as planning goes I guess I already started planning for my planning. Some things can be done beforehand such as dress and shoe shopping, and choosing colors, flowers, wedding favors, etc. I guess one of the benefits of not being allowed to work when I move is that I will be able to dedicate my time to plan our big day.

Best of luck to everyone :joy:

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-23 17:19:00

K3 after K1

What the hell?!? I think it's all I have to say... Ummmm yeah What the hell is still all I can come up with. Good luck to the ''lucky'' fiancé.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-07-23 22:14:00

Can we request to postpone the interview date

Posted by LiliBurd

She's a bride to be she can call it a wedding if she wants to. People get married legally all the time and then have the party and they call the party their wedding. So why can't she do the same?

I actually think it's a great idea and even if he doesn't get his visa before October and has to go back home you know it won't be long before he comes back Smart thinking neaivj. It sucks not being able to plan a proper wedding so why not take control one way or another. Let me know how it turns out as I too will probably push back my interview to make things work with when we plan to get married. Congrats on your upcoming wedding! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

With all due respect: YOU ARE WRONG.You cannot call it a wedding. You cannot get married while processing a K-1 visa. You cannot even infer that there is any kind of a ceremony that looks like a wedding. People have gotten tripped up just having an engagement party and showing pics to the CO. CO's tend to believe that photos taken at what looks like a wedding, a bride wearing a wedding gown, a groom in a tux, bridesmaids, groomsmen, setting, reception, etc appear to be photos of a wedding. You know the old saying, if it smells like a wedding, quacks like a wedding and looks like a wedding, it probably is a wedding. Therefore the word wedding should never be used. An engagement party might be okay but I would not even show the CO photos of that. They might request evidence to prove that they were not married. I am just trying to help the poster. You are giving poor advice that could very likely get the OP in trouble.

With all due respect YOU ARE WRONG. A couple in the process of a K-1 should never hold any event called a WEDDING or any event that looks like, smells like, or sounds like a wedding. They should simply postpone the "wedding" and wait until the spouse is here in the US. But that's just me talking.

Oh and by the way. I am not suggesting that I am perfect. I made the mistake of booking our airplane tickets from my wife's home country to the USA 10 business days after we attended the interview. Well, I failed to follow what all the fine people here on VJ said and that was, "Never book plane reservations until you have the visa in hand." Well, as it turned out 99% of the VJ'ers were correct. I ended up having to change our airline reservations at a considerable cost because it took 11 business days for the visa to arrive at our 2GO delivery location. So the moral of the story is: Patience...and never book anything until the visa is in hand. Oh, and don't get married while processing a K-1 visa.

God Bless

If you read what I said I did not give her advice. I understand the situation she is in and if that is what would make her happy then I think she should go ahead with her plans. Obviously if this goes against a 'rule' or requirement she should not do it. I am not an idiot.

Where can we find this information you have stated? My thought process is a wedding is a tradition and means nothing if there is no legal marriage. Just as having an engagement ring is a tradition so it is not a requirement to apply for a k-1. I'm not saying you are wrong or trying to offend you in anyway but a lot of people say a lot of things and I think it's important to get information from proper resources.

Edited by LiliBurd, 05 August 2014 - 12:57 PM.

LiliBurd

Female

Canada

2014-08-05 12:56:00