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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstaying Visitor Visa
This is a difficult situation. I've noticed myself that the K-1 visa process isn't necessarily Canadian friendly. I live very very close to the US border, as it sounds like you do, and i feel as though i'm as American as apple pie. I cross on a monthly basis, and sometimes i just go across for a couple hours shopping and what not. Then they wanted me to tell them every single time i have entered the United States? I don't know anyone who can remember every single visit across. As a Canadian you don't need a passport, you are pretty fee to enter at your leisure, and you're right, nobody ever tells you you can only stay for 180 days, and its not even widely known (in my area anyways) that you need a visa to move across. Going to the US is part of everyday life! (i actually know someone who was allowed to move to the US without a visa- it all depends on who you encounter at the border crossing)

The only thing I can say to you is that, I would think the USCIS understands that situation. She is a Canadian, she lives close to the boarder, and she travels back and forth all the time. No, ignorance to the law is not an excuse, but I would think they aren't going to hit you with an iron fist either. I would just be as honest as possible, that's all you can really do.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-02-20 19:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFilling out 129F form
QUOTE (Todd&Dani @ Feb 17 2009, 08:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for the info everyone. Montreal will be very convenient for me. Is this also where I will be going for my interview and biometrics??

Dani and I both thank you all for your help in the long, detailed process. VJ and all its members are a very valuable, informative and helpful site.

Thanks!

Todd and Dani


There is an approved medical office in Toronto, so you're in luck. But you will have your interview in Montreal for sure. It's a little more inconvenient for those of us in Southern Ontario!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-02-20 19:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplanning a wedding
Just to clarify, It does add stress and uncertainty, but its not impossible. Some people can candle the uncertainty better than others! I don't regret my choice to plan a wedding without knowing if or when I'd have the visa. That is because I made sure I could move the date if I needed to move the date! I can still move the date, as the visa isn't in my hand yet. But baring a national tragedy I will have the wedding I wanted on the day I wanted and all the stress and uncertainty makes that more than worth it to me! Just my two cents.

I don't think getting planning a wedding needs to distract you from the visa process. I'm planning the wedding, going thought he visa process, finishing my last semester of university, working, and coordinating a move all at the same time. I'm not dead yet!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-14 22:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplanning a wedding
My finance and I are planning a wedding as well. We just estimated the approximate date we would be approved with the K-1, baring any sort of major problems, and booked things on a date we thought would be safe. Most places let you switch dates as long as you give proper notice and select an off-peak date (something on any day other than Saturday, or something in the winter) So I would suggest booking things now and asking the venue what penalty would be incurred if you had to move the day of the wedding. Just wait on things you cannot change... like invites.

This strategy is going to work well for us (I hope!) I have my visa interview in 2 weeks and the wedding was planned for the beginning of August.

Edited by Hugglebuggles, 13 April 2009 - 11:45 PM.

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-13 23:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFUBAR
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QUOTE (Hugglebuggles @ Apr 14 2009, 11:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Weird! I think it all depends on the day and time you are using the site. I've heard stories of a lot of people having problems... it times out, or just stops loading, or rejects the photo even though it meets the guidelines. Completely frustrating! I'd just leave it for now and come back later. When I filled it out it took me about 20 minutes, problem free.


i've tried 3 days in a row sad.gif finally i found an email address and even though i wanted to vent, i calmly left them an email asking to please advise. we'll see if it makes any difference.


Really? That's so weird. Perhaps the internet browser you're using doesn't support the system? I don't know if that's possible, but it might worth trying to download a different browser and using that. Firefox worked out for me. Or maybe it has something to do with the computer itself? Maybe try it in another computer and see if you get a better result? I don't know but that's frustrating! Especially since they want you to fill it out before you send them the packet 3. Good luck!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-15 16:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFUBAR
Weird! I think it all depends on the day and time you are using the site. I've heard stories of a lot of people having problems... it times out, or just stops loading, or rejects the photo even though it meets the guidelines. Completely frustrating! I'd just leave it for now and come back later. When I filled it out it took me about 20 minutes, problem free.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-14 22:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIm getting impatient!
QUOTE (beans @ Apr 14 2009, 05:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The same thing happened to us. We sent our petition waited a month, cheque was never cashed. You can't really talk to anyone because you're not in the system and they can't see your information. We sent them a letter no response, e-mailed, called etc. Just resend it (that's what we did)


Wow! I just read your signature. First your original application was misplaced, and then they sent your case to Sydney instead of Vancouver? Dang, I feel for you, that is some back luck.

But I agree, there isn't much you can do. I heard a story of a couple who waited an entire year for their NO2 and made an infopass appointment just to be told their case was misplaced and there was no record of them in the computer. I know this is not the same situation, but it seems like if they lose your information its to the back of the line regardless of how or when it happened. If that's the case, making an infopass appointment isn't going to help your cause any. It can't hurt just resending the application.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-15 01:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEdit personal info?
It means that if you have any personal information in your documents that you may not feel comfortable having others read, you can block it out and keep it private. Romantic information is probably the best example of that!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-16 01:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion about online form DS-160
Wow you guys are making me feel bad... My interview is in less then 2 weeks and I haven't filled out all the forms yet laughing.gif I'm just kinda lazy... But I put together the 129F packet in like an hour so I like to feel the pressure of deadlines!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-16 16:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion about online form DS-160
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QUOTE (lovica_l @ Apr 15 2009, 11:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
you should definately put permanent


you can't TYPE anything in. you have to put an actual number of years. i guess i could put 50 or 100, but i want to put what they are looking for specifically because we are so close and this stupid question is the last thing i want screwing us up.


Are you sure you have the right form?
DS 160 is intended for nonimmigrant visas such as B2.
See http://www.usimmigra...orm_ds160.htmlv

The online form for spousal and fiance petitions is DS-156
On that form, in box 26 "How long do you intend to stay in the US?" we entered "Permanently"



Yeah, Canada has been using the DS-160 since putting out P3's late last fall. I put 75 years or something on mine, I think it is more of just something to fill in.

Actually, if you look up the definition of a K-1, it is considered a "non-immigrant" visa, as you apply for your AOS after the terms of the K-1 have been met. So the DS-160 actually works in this case smile.gif


good.gif You guys are quite right.
Thailand is still using DS 156, hence my reference to that form.


We actually need to fill in both. When you get your packet 3 they request you fill out the DS 160 online form, then with your packet 4 and interview letter, they request you also fill in the DS 156 which is very very similar to the 160. From what i've heard, they generally don't ask you any information from the 160 at the interview and instead focus on the information you put in your DS 156.

For the intended time in the US I put 75 years! I figured they would be pretty clear of my intentions that way laughing.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-16 01:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAll new to me overwhelmed HELP
As the others said, as if he has no intention of coming to live in the United States then there is no reason for you to get a visa. If you are concerned about him being stopped at the border and denied entry, just make sure he brings evidence of ties to Canada (ie. letter from his employer, mortgage statements etc) and everything should be fine. If you decide to get married and have him relocate to the United States, he can still continue to visit you in the US while his visa is being processed. Again, just make sure you bring evidence of ties to Canada along with you.

If you want more specific advice about Canadians and crossing the border the Canadian regional forum is quite active and i'm certain there are people there who could give you good advice smile.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-16 19:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresParanoid — Please doublecheck photo
When I mailed out the original petition I included Canadian sized passport photos, which are bigger than the american standards. It never caused me any issues... I don't think they worry about the photos to much.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-20 01:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures4. Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years.
QUOTE (TBoneTX @ Apr 20 2009, 10:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
BOTH the petitioner AND the beneficiary need to provide signed letters of intent to marry. Omitting one or the other risks an RFE.


Yes, good point! I submitted my own letter of intent and signed it. What I meant was that I didn't sign his letter of intent OR the declaration of how we met.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-20 12:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures4. Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years.
QUOTE (ashenflowers @ Apr 19 2009, 06:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (GJen @ Apr 19 2009, 05:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (HelloWorld08 @ Apr 19 2009, 05:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
what you wrote is valid, and if it fits in the box then you don't need a seperate sheet of paper. you can write a Evolution of relationship letter and include a timeline of how you meet online until you actually met in person.



that's a good idea, would we both need to sign and date it?



No one responded to this. The declaration of how we met, and the letter of INTENT are different... I wrote a separate letter of intent, dated and signed it, and mailed it to my fiance to include with the I 129F when he send it in.... Would I also need to sign the declaration of how we met since it doesn't fit in the box on the form and will be a separate paper, or would it be sufficient if only he signed it???


I (the beneficiary) never signed the declaration of how we met or the letter of intent, only the USC petitioner. We had no problems with that good.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-19 20:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures4. Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years.
What he's saying is that some consulates are known to be very difficult and will not allow you to submit any additional information proving your relationship at the interview. They will base the validity of your relationship based solely on what was originally submitted in the original petition. It may be a good idea to research the US consulate in Venezuela and find out if they are known to do this to people, if you haven't done so already.

A lot of people say to only include prof of having met in person for the last two years, as that meets the minimum requirements. But, like I said before, I think its a good idea to submit more information then is listed as necessary. This improves your chances of being approved quickly and with no RFE. Also, if the immigration officer refuses to listen to you, or accept additional prof of a bonafide relationship, it is already there, so he/she cannot deny you on the basis of not having enough evidence.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-19 20:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures4. Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years.
I wrote about half a page telling how we met online, how we met in person for the first time, and then wrote out the month and year of all the trips we have made since. I don't think all of that was needed, but including more information then necessary can never hurt. They don't want to read an entire book of unnecessary information, but I think its better not to leave out any important details (i.e that you first met online). Many people have been approved with much less, but its better to be safe then sorry.

On a completely random note, you and your fiance make a very cute couple! Looks like an attractive match to me wink.gif

Edited by Hugglebuggles, 19 April 2009 - 07:40 PM.

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-19 19:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescost for K1
Its going to be a little different based on your individual needs. This depends on your age category and what you require to pass the medical, as well as the consulate you are working under and how far you need to travel for your interview and a lot of other little things. I calculated mine a little while back and this is what its going to cost us:

Filing I-129F: $455
Medical: $275 + $50 courier fee to get the results
Gardisil vaccinations: $180 x3= $540
Police Check: $40
New birth certificate: $35
Renewed passport: $87
Photos: $50 (approx.)
Sending Packet 3 to consulate: $25 (USD... I was in the states and sent it via USPS express international)
Interview: $300 (rental car) + $200 (hotel for the night)- you could definitely do it cheaper than that!
Visa Processing at consulate: $131
Photocopying Fees: $10-15
Moving: $500 (approx.)
Marriage License: $10 (in the state of Colorado)+Wedding costs (A lot for us, but that's our choice)
Certified copy of marriage license for AOS: $50
Civil surgeon to fill out I-693: $30
AOS: $1010

For us, the entire process is going to cost us almost $4,000. But worth every penny!

Edited by Hugglebuggles, 19 April 2009 - 07:29 PM.

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-19 19:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOh, what to do!
Don't they e-mail the USC with important information about the case? I'm not sure about RFE's, but when our NOA2 was approved, he was sent an e-mail indicating the change in their system. You can also call DOS and receive updates on your case... So not having the physical piece of paper saying what is what is not that big of an obstacle. But as the others said, it may be wise to have everything sent to the address of a family member, to insure it is safe, and then just change your address with USCIS later. I think it would be smart to start now! When he's back in the US you could be all ready to join him and start your new life smile.gif Good luck!!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-22 01:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo Emails For Proof of ongoing relationship
That is very unlikely. As long as you provided evidence of having met within the last two years then you've met the requirement. At this point in the application process, this is what they are most concerned with.

For the interview, this is when prof of an ongoing relationship is critical. But not having e-mails is nothing to be concerned about! Bring the evidence you do have- phone bills, copies of letters, messenger chats, anything! My fiance and I don't e-mail, we don't send letters, and we never save our MSN convo's. Personally, I don't feel like our personal communications on paper or through text is anyone's business but our own.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-22 00:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCase status.
Its a fairly pointless system for a lot of people. Ours worked but it never displayed any information! I was approved without any touches or anything. One day it said case pending, the next day it said case approved. They will e-mail the USC when the case is approved, so you will likely hear about it there before you go check your case status anyways.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-22 00:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust sent I 129F - Address issue?
As long as he put the right PO box, city and zip on there I can't imagine it being a problem! It will get to the right place.

Boys... They always overlook the details tongue.gif (just kidding of course!)
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-23 00:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStill a little confused
The USC files the petition, you wait, you get the NO2, and then you wait for your case to go to the NVC and be processed and then be sent to the consulate in Australia. This is when you get to do all the work! You will receive your packet 3 from the consulate with a list of forms and documents to collect, some will be mailed to the consulate, and some will be kept until the interview date. You will also need to do your immigration medical before the interview comes. If you're getting a little antsy waiting, it might be a good idea to look up the requirements at the consulate in your country, and start gathering the documentation you will need (ie. police clearances, birth certificates, passport renewals) It will give you a sense of control! (at least, it did for me)
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-04-21 23:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshelp, what do i do???
For the big questions where answers didn't fit, we attached a page (ie. How we met, jobs in the last 5 years etc.) but for little things like that, we just condensed it. I think "teacher" and "Moroccan" would be the appropriate answers.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-02 12:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespassport photo
I sent 2x3 pictures with my petition too! I didn't realize Canadian and American passport photos were different sizes, and my USC and I got our pictures taken together when he was up here visiting me. It was never an issue, no RFE. Don't worry, you should be fine! smile.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-02 20:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-2 Visa
Like the others suggested, you are better off asking Canadians who have been through similar circumstances. I would suggest posting in the Canada regional forum, there's some very nice and helpful people in there.

http://www.visajourn...hp?showforum=93

Good luck! smile.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-02 12:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA couple of newbie questions...
QUOTE (crazytown4u @ May 2 2009, 10:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
LOL Ive been here for 2months now and i neaver knew touched are igors list lol i still dont know i neaver noctied anything on the usic website just .. 6months wait and my case still pending stuff. wow see i learn somthing everday ( I thought when u guys use touched , I was like wow these people touch each other alot lol ) **** SO DUMB FOUNDED NOW**


laughing.gif

No worries, I didn't know what a touch was until well after I received my NO2 and I still have no idea what Igor's list is. I wasn't even aware I could log into the USCIS website and get my case status either... This is mostly because I received my approval well before I thought I would, so I never got antsy or bothered to check.

But like the others said, a touch occurs every time a USCIS employee takes a look at your case or accesses your information, for whatever reason. Many people go through he process without ever "being touched" (sounds dirty...)
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-03 00:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAustralian Passport Photos
This is for the I-129F correct? then no, there's no requirement to have your chest in the picture... not that I've ever heard of. If you were to include your chest, the dimensions of your face would be far to tiny in the photograph! Our photos had the face and the top of the shoulders, that's all. The photos are technically suposed to be American passport size (2 inches by 2 inches), but they have been found to let people go with larger pictures. When I submitted the application I had 2x3 Canadian sized photos, not realizing the standards were different, and I received no RFE for that. I know of a lot of people who did the same thing! When you get to the embassy level, its smart to make sure you have the correct size, as some places do sent people away to get the proper sized photographs.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-04 13:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdvice for a newbie.
6-8 months is typical, but be aware that your application may take longer. There are many things that can cause delays along the way, but don't be discouraged! This site is an excellent resource and many of us here have successfully completed the visa process on our own. Paperwork errors can usually be corrected, we are all human and have been known to make mistakes. There are multiple outlets along the way that allow you to correct mistakes if they are made as long as you are honest and not deceitful when you make them. The waiting is painful at times, but its something we all go through. Patience and persistence!

Congrats on the engagement and good luck with everything smile.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-06 00:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSecurity Clearance/Fingerprints Questions
For Canada, you don't need to have fingerprints taken. All you need is a criminal records check that searches a national criminal records database. Most use the RCMP, but the consulate will except a check from any local police station as long as it indicates it conducted a national search. It is valid for 12 months after the date of issue, so it would definitely be smart to get it done now.
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-06 00:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Stamps - ugh
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Interesting that you say flight itineraries are not excepted, I'm not sure what that is based on. For our petition we submitted flight itineraries and some photos of us together, nothing more. We were approved rather quickly with no RFE. I know of several others who submitted itineraries with their petitions and received approvals. Perhaps Canadians are the exception to the rule, but I seriously doubt it.

I'd photocopy the entire passport just to be safe.


Hmmmm, we sent itineraries too, along with passport stamps. I just checked the I-129F instructions and the form itself and it doesn't say anything about itineraries not being accepted as proof. I mean, I have passport stamps as well as part of my evidence, but I can't see anywhere on the USCIS instructions that says "don't use these!!!" I mean, Julian and I have stamps showing we have been in each other's country, but we could easily have been visiting other people instead of each other. smile.gif Passport stamps are supposed to be primary evidence, as are boarding cards, but itineraries seem to be pretty close to primary. And nowhere on the USCIS website does it say "this is primary" and "this is secondary" -- are these just categories that VJ people have settled on? unsure.gif


Yes exactly. I don't think there is much truth to that statement... I used them without passport stamps and without boarding passes and our petition was successful. I drive across the border and use the Buffalo airport, so I don't have a single passport stamp. I never went out of my way to explain this in the petition either... It was what it was. Also, who saves all their boarding passes thinking that one day they might have to file an immigrant visa petition and submit them as proof of meeting their significant others? Not many. In the 4 years I traveled to visit my fiance before filing the I-129F, including 30+ trips on an airplane that thought never once entered my mind. Its difficult to fake travel itineraries that are printed directly from the airlines website with a giant "NWA" logo in the corner and a URL in the opposite corner with the date and time.

People can speculate as to what constitutes primary evidence all they want, but if travel itineraries are not excepted as evidence I wouldn't have been approved!

Edited by Hugglebuggles, 06 May 2009 - 11:14 PM.

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-06 23:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Stamps - ugh
Interesting that you say flight itineraries are not excepted, I'm not sure what that is based on. For our petition we submitted flight itineraries and some photos of us together, nothing more. We were approved rather quickly with no RFE. I know of several others who submitted itineraries with their petitions and received approvals. Perhaps Canadians are the exception to the rule, but I seriously doubt it.

I'd photocopy the entire passport just to be safe.

Edited by Hugglebuggles, 06 May 2009 - 01:01 AM.

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-06 01:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCouple of questions.
As was already said, the birth certificate is enough evidence, but it does not need to be a certified copy. A photocopy of a certified copy, or the original of the document is sufficient.

Using the letter of intent from the site and altering it with your information is just fine. That's exactly what we and a lot of others on the site have done. At the petition stage you need a letter from the petitioner and one from the beneficiary. At the interview state, you need to submit an updated letter of intent from the petitioner, dated somewhat close to the interview date. These letters do not need to be notarized, printing them and sending them out is just fine.

Using the computer to fill out the paperwork is much neater, but there is nothing wrong with handwriting. We typed everything up, as my fiances handwriting isn't the easiest to read laughing.gif Good luck!

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-07 22:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOh the Mystery of the "Touch"!!!
From my understanding, touches are normally recorded after someone working inside the USCIS accesses your information. Therefore, if you were to call the department of state for example, which can give you updated information on your case, they would pull up your information on the computer and thus a "touch" would occur. So when someone from your senator/state reps office contacted USCIS for information about your case, it is expected that they induced a "touch" as your information was accessed. This isn't any reason to be concerned! While our case was being transferred from the NVC and to the embassy in Ottawa, we called DOS several times for information regarding where our case was, when it was being transferred, and then when we would expect to receive our interview date. This caused us no problems! Its always good to be informed, weather you are calling yourself or having someone call on your behalf (which is all your senators office really did).

You were just planning ahead and there was some communication problems, no harm done! Good luck on getting a speedy approval smile.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-03 23:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI met my fiancee almost three years ago - can I still apply for K1?
Like the other said, the requirement is that you've personally seen your fiance sometime within the past 2 years not that you've met each other for the first time in the last 2 years. My fiance and I have been together for 4 years and we were approved last week! I think its great you have been together and fighting through such a long distance relationship for so long. Congrats and all the best on your future together smile.gif
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-07 22:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions regarding G-325A and sponsorship
I'm the beneficiary and I can tell you how I answered the questions on the forms. I started my first job 3 years ago, and simply put the only employer I've ever had. I didn't bother explaining this, I just left it as it was. They were/are my only employer in the last 5 years. I filled out the job section with jobs I've had in my country... I've never worked abroad, as to me 'abroad' is any country aside from Canada. It doesn't say "Applicant's employment in the USA for the last 5 years," It says, "Applicant's employment for the last 5 years." For the "Last occupation abroad" part I just left it blank... Putting N/A or None would work too. Check out the example form on the site if you haven't done so yet, they are all very helpful.

As for the sponsorship questions I really can't help you there, I'm sure someone who knows will come along and help. Good luck!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-11 00:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp me, I am marrying an eu citizen
QUOTE (quike @ May 10 2009, 11:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Also, I forgot to mention that I HAVE to go back to Europe once or twice during the following months, so if we did apply for an adjustment of status, would I still be able to go back to Europe? How soon? What would happen if my process was interrupted? Would that mean having to restart from scratch, or being permantly banned or else?
Thanks again folks!


If you entered the US with no intent to stay, as you indicated, you can do AOS. Just be aware that it is your burden to prove that you did not have immigrant intent when you entered. However you cannot leave the US with a pending AOS case until you receive either your Green Card or your Advance Parole document, which you can file for at the same time as you do your AOS. Typically it takes approximately 3 months for this document to be received. If you leave you are abandoning your case
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-11 01:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFear of Failure
The chances of you being outright denied at the petition stage are slim. If there's anything seriously wrong with the petition, of if there are significant omissions they will send you an RFE to respond to. If you are anything like me, the nervousness and stress of the process really won't go away! But the feeling when you finally do get is fantastic... beyond words.

Waiting for the interview is the hardest part! It was for me at least. We were given 4 weeks notice... but every consulate is different in their procedures. Good luck!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-10 23:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed some advice: Canada to U.S. or vice versa
Welcome to VJ!

This is a big decision that will obviously require a lot of thought and contemplation. I really wouldn't worry about not getting approved in either country, as long as you are honest in your intent, and you have no ghosts in your past that may cause serious problems (ie. drug use, criminal convictions) the chances of being denied a family based visa is really quite slim, especially between a Canadian and an American where fraud isn't much of an issue. I have no experience with immigration to Canada, but I am fairly certain that the time lines are generally quicker, but not by a lot. I may suggest posting in the Canada regional forum, as there are many individuals who have recently made the same decisions that you are now faced!

As for lawyers, you won't find a lot of love for them around here! laughing.gif Most of us on this site have completed immigration processes on our own, with the help of the guides on here as well as the advice and expertise of other members. It is definitely something you can do on your own! But it also requires a lot of research and patience. Good luck in whatever you choose!!

Edited by Hugglebuggles, 12 May 2009 - 12:03 AM.

HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-12 00:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat should I do???!
There really is no easy answer for you. I can imagine that being pregnant and away from the father of your child and the man you love is a very difficult thing. However, just because you are pregnant does not mean he can circumvent the immigration process and gain easy and quick entrance into the USA. Unfortunately he will have to go through the same procedures as anyone else. The K-1 visa seems to be the quickest route to the US, which is generally 6-8 months as others have noted... but can take longer depending on many circumstances including but not limited to what service center you use and what embassy you're fiance is going through. Spousal visas like the CR-1 tend to take longer but allow the beneficiary certain privileges not offered to K-1 applicants upon arrival to the US (the right to work almost immediately for example)

It is not illegal for your fiance to enter the US on a visitors visa and marry you, however it is illegal for him to stay and adjust status if he had the intent of staying upon entry. It will be his and your burden to prove his intentions were not to stay when he entered, which seems very difficult to do since he would have intent to stay.

Keep in mind that your fiance can come and visit you on a visitors visa while his immigrant visa is being processed. This means that he can quite possibly still see the birth of your child. All is not lost! Congrats on the pregnancy and I wish you luck with whatever you decide!
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-11 00:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespictures
QUOTE (chevieca @ May 12 2009, 06:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
when i had my pictures taken the form says its the same standard as the canadian passport pics but when i uploaded my pic when i filled out the online form it rejected it any help please


The information in the Packet 3 is actually wrong. The American passport photo standards they describe on the photo sheet are not the same as Canadian standards. American photos are 2x2, while Canadian photos are 2x3. So when you're ready to go to your interview, make sure you bring American sized photographs, not Canadian sized, they are not correct. I'm not sure what you mean by uploading... do you mean the DS 160? For that online form, I just took a picture of myself in front of a white background and shrunk it to fit the size requirements and it excepted it! Try shrinking the image?
HugglebugglesFemaleCanada2009-05-13 00:22:00