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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Change of job cant support?

My Fiancee is Philippina living and working in Cayman so she will have her interview at the Jamaican embassy.

Ok change of plans, my boss needed an answer on the offer he proposed by 5pm today and i turned it down, what are my options! God my head Hurts......:bonk:

IM JOBLESS :help:New ideas Please :wacko:


Simple. Get a job with sufficient income or use a cosponsor. In the meantime, you can file for unemployment and yes, you'll get it you have qualifying past income. You didn't quit and you were not fired for cause. However, your unemployment benefits are known to be temporary, so not likely to be considered "available" to support you and your fiancee long term.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 17:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Change of job cant support?

Why are we here? To get a "Best As" Answer to a Topic Question.
I Always admit if I can't answer it someone will that has experience in the matter.
VJ is designed for Self-Filers without the Need of an Attourney. (though, not always the Case)
I would like to see when more Experienced Members give a Rational Reason for their Comment instead of a ONE SENTENCE Line which just leaves us beginners no better off than where we started from. GIVE an Explanation for your Advive. Not, Just A One - Line Sentence that don't mean ???? How in the Heck is that Understandable? .
If We had Brains about Immagration we would'nt need to be here.
I would like to see more experinced members give an explaination for a reply than just a Single Sentence.
IT WOULD HELP


Then ask nicely. If you don't understand something, just ask. No need to complain.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 17:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Change of job cant support?

My current pay stubs going forward will only show $200 per week and i work for a private company who writes my company checks by hand, i dont get a pay stub that shows amount of taxes paid or my YTD earnings. Yes i can show YTD Earning with my bank statements but when i show my current checks are only $200 per week how do i explain that? It would be obvious i am no longer making $24,000 per year?

If i found a new job and made enough to sponsor my Fiancee can i still sponsor her even with lack of work history Ex: only 2 months on the job or will i still need a cosponsor?

Can they deny for financial reasons based on only my cosponsors income even he he makes twice the amount need to qualify because i dont have a job or am not making as much as before?

thank you for your help!


You noticed the "and/or", right? Are they not also paying your commissions by check? If so, you could add up the gross amounts yourself and copy as many of the pay stubs as necessary to document your income. OR....use an employer letter as you mentioned before.




Be Nice. Jesus Forgived. Thats why your here. Let it go.



I forgive you. Jesus also gave many suggestions for improvement. So do I. If you don't know, wait. Somebody will be along shorty who DOES know.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 14:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Change of job cant support?

OK Mike. This is where YOU NEED THE HELP of someone MORE QUALIFIED than me. The I-134, the I-184. ? I won't guess about this if the Co-Sponsor Route is your Choice. I'm Unqualified to answer this.
You will get alot of replies "Trust Me" Be sure and look at opinions objectively and trust what you feel.
My question would be: You started the K-1 alone and need a Possible Co-Sponsor at the Interview. No, don't make sense? They will do a background check on the Co-sponsor to which means HUGE Delays.
Let some Informative suggestions come to you in this matter. I don't know it all Mark.



May I suggest kindly that if you are not qualified to answer, you read instead of post. That way, you'll learn something. K visas use the I-134. Never heard of an I-184. Perhaps you were thinking of an I-864? Read and learn, ok?


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 13:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Change of job cant support?

Shes not in Philippines shes in Cayman and will have her interview in Jamaica, is this still an issue?



Probably not an issue then. So do as I described (unless you find a new job) and add a cosponsor if needed.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 13:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Change of job cant support?

I'd go with # 3! Seems to be the safest and easiest alternative!



Not for Manila, it isn't . This is the kind of circumstance under which they are unlikely to accept a cosponsor.

Best to go with a variation of option 1. State your current income by taking your year to date income and calculating what it will be at the same rate for the next twelve months. For example, if you've earned $12,000 by the end of June, your current earnings are $24,000 a year and so on. Document "current income" with pay stubs and/or employer letter. Your tax returns are about past income, not current income.


Edited by pushbrk, 01 June 2011 - 01:37 PM.

pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 13:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBenefactor Name Change 6 years ago... relevant?

I believe that USCIS does not allow you to do your own translations, as this would be self-serving. You need someone else (neutral) to certify that they are competent in both languages and that the translation is accurate.



You believe wrong. They DO allow you to certify your own translations. Yes, I think it's better if somebody else does it for you or you do the work, they check it over and sign the certification BUT, definitely USCIS allows you to do your own.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-03 10:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBenefactor Name Change 6 years ago... relevant?

I agree. However since the birth certificate, old J-1 visa, and SSN are all in a different name it might come in handy eventually simply due to the importance of those documents.


Yes, but notarization (witnessing a signature) is not helpful in establishing the validity of a translation.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-03 08:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBenefactor Name Change 6 years ago... relevant?

Thanks, pushbrk! Great to get that cleared up. I think we will get it notarized for the interview and for future reference, but do the translation for the i-129f / G-325A ourselves.



There would be no reason to have a US Notary witness your signature on the translation. I mentioned nothing of the kind. You'll want to research the specific Consulate's requirements and make sure you comply with them. They may not even require a translation of a document already in the local language at all. It is RARE that a Consulate WOULD have any special requirement. I just mentioned an example where then do. No idea about Prague. You need to find out though.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-02 08:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBenefactor Name Change 6 years ago... relevant?

Yes, I see that it should be translated by a "certified" translator where the person translating says "I am certified." Seems a bit unofficial to me. I have also seen a post on VJ where it says that only legal documents (such as birth certificates and name changes) need to be notarized.

Obviously we can translate them ourselves = easy.
Or we can have someone do it who is a lawyer and an official translator in court, maybe that is more authoritative.
Or we can have the official translator translate it, and who says we can have it notarized in accordance to the laws of the country where they affix a plethora of stamps, stickers, ribbons, and maybe a smiley face and a gold star if we do a good job.

Many degrees of hassle here. Which is necessary for a legal form that says someone's first name given at birth is now something else?


In this process, it is critical that you read carefully and interpret literally. No, the instructions don't mention a "certified translator". Yes, anybody fluent in both languages and capable of translating, can certify the translations for USCIS. For some countries and circumstances, Consulates will only accept official translations from a government agency. China is one of those and those translations are called "Notarial Translations". However, in China, a Notary serves far greater purpose than in most of the rest of the world. For you, no notarization is required for anything you would submit to USCIS.

Edited by pushbrk, 01 June 2011 - 03:01 PM.

pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-01 15:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBenefactor Name Change 6 years ago... relevant?

Thanks for the help. As far as the documents to support the name change, I have these but they are not in English. I assume I will have to get them translated and notarized for the I-129F? Or is it only important for the interview, which would take place in the country where it's the native language and therefore not require translating or notarization?


It is important for USCIS, so you must obtain a certified translation. Notarized, has nothing to do with it. Read the translation instructions in the I-129F instructions.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-31 17:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBenefactor Name Change 6 years ago... relevant?

All other names used is not restricted to a time period. They also want name change document and translation. At the embassy stage, and possibly at USCIS, they would certainly want to know when they are doing name checks on her. For instance you mentioned the J1 visa which she got under her previous name which if they find out was hers but under a different name that you didn't tell them about seems could raise suscpicions.



Correct, indicate the other name used in the applicable sections of the G325a and I-129F, then provide a photocopy of the official name change document along with the petition. USCIS will also want this. It is so stated in the I-129F instructions.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-30 09:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it an impasse?

Well, as I posted, I got a letter from INS relieving me of the co-sponsorship. Several years ago though and as I noted in the post I mentioned; maybe things have changed now.

On the other side, I'm always on for karma points....even when it might seem foolish to some.


You wrote, "And the risk is not as high as it would seem at first glance. Once the couple has enough income to qualify on their own, you are released of the obligation." That's a false statement.

Certainly a joint sponsor is eventually relieved of their obligation but it is not simply by an increase in income by the petitioner. Five years of both petitioner and beneficiary working would do it, as would several other factors spelled out in the contract itself. It's also true that NONE of those factors may EVER come into play, leaving the joint sponsor obligated for the remainder of their life.

Edited by pushbrk, 15 May 2011 - 07:09 PM.

pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-15 19:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it an impasse?

And the risk is not as high as it would seem at first glance. Once the couple has enough income to qualify on their own, you are released of the obligation.


This is absolutely wrong. Read the document again. Nothing the sponsor does can release the joint sponsor of their obligation.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-14 23:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it an impasse?

Again... tossing around thoughts like a co-sponsor is a piece of cake. The liability for a co-sponsor could be millions of dollars. In a nutshell, I would not co-sponsor for my own child's fiance. It's one thing for an immigrant to become a public charge an absolutely destroy the life of the petitioner forever due to say a medical injury, etc that could cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. It is another thing to destroy the life of a co-sponsor that has absolutely no ties to the relationship. I.e. just find a friend to co-sponsor. Really??? Like I said, I wouldn't even think about co-sponsoring even a family member of mine... child, brother, sister, etc. This idea of cosponsoring can absolutely wipe out innocent sponsors and destroy relationships forever. I can't believe people don't understand the full extent of this idea of co-sponsoring. The govt simply should not even allow it.

It's bad enough if the couple gets divorced and the petitioner is on the hook for 40 quarters of work (10+ years). Imagine being the mother or father of the petitioner who sponsored the beneficiary and then there is a divorce. The financial future of that sponsor is now destroyed because their son or daughter's ex has racked up millions of dollars of medical bills. Ouch!!!
And people say, "Just find a friend?"



The actual worst case for a joint sponsor is for life. Example: The immigrant arrives with no skills or motivation, followed by the petitioner dying. The immigrant never goes to work, never leaves the USA and never gets a job. The joint sponsor is on the hook until either the sponsor or immigrant dies. During that time, anything could happen. It takes a special relationship and high level of confidence in the petitioner, the immigrant and the relationship before anybody is wise to act as a joint sponsor.

There are practical aspects to getting married in any circumstance. Those are complicated when immigration is added to the mix. When the foreigner is the one with the means, the spouse route is more practical. In this case, looks like waiting for a job for the petitioner is the practical answer.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-14 19:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it an impasse?

Well since his question seemed to be about whether the 2 of them could be together and get married, and NOT necessarily in the US. I told him what I know. Many Russians have made their homes in the EU and/or former S.U. countries. Also since I believe if two people really want to be together they will find a way, so in that context I believe my statements were relevant.

If you didn't find them helpful, thats not my problem.



Not really the point, but this is what you wrote.

If she is willing to stay in Russia for a couple years, you could make her a business partner which would be her source of income.
This would not help because the income would not continue once they arrived in the USA. Only continuing income is considered.


If you two were to marry there you could file the 1-130 directly with the embassy, that is if they have the DCF option and you could meet the criteria to file for it.
Filing DCF doesn't change the financial qualifications or income issues.

If your business could be done in another country such as in an EU country, like Cyprus, marriage and possibly DCF there have less requirements such as no residency requirement to get married.

Same as above. Doesn't address the primary issue which is financial qualification.


There are people here who clearly understand the process and requirements and actually CAN be helpful. I suggest you read and learn. Eventually, you'll be one of those people who can help. Until then, I encourage you to be sure you understand the actual issue and have confidence you're giving accurate, on point and helpful advice when you participate in the upper visa forums or just wait until those who do have a chance to respond. People's lives and happiness depend on it.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-14 18:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it an impasse?

Any source of income must continue after the alien immigrates to the US or it won't be considered. Unless the OP will continue to derive income from his business after moving to the US then he won't be able to self-sponsor or contribute to his fiancee's sponsorship as a household member. If his fiancee moves to Russia to work in the OP's business then it's a given she won't be able to continue that job after returning to the US (she must be domiciled in the US in order qualify as a sponsor). Both of those plans sound like non-starters.

Transferring cash to her account is a big no-no. When a sponsor submits an affidavit that consists only or primarily of cash assets then the consulate is going to want to see bank statements over the past year or two showing average balances. They're going to want to know how someone with little or no ongoing income managed to accumulate that much cash savings. If they see relatively low balances and then a sudden jump it will be obvious what happened - someone pumped up her bank account to help her qualify. If they find out her foreign fiance was the one who contributed the money then they'll presume he's buying his way to the US.

A joint sponsor is the most obvious solution. If that's not possible then wait until she starts working. 90 days on the job is enough in most states. Beyond that the employer can't terminate the employee without cause, so the job should be reasonably secure. As long as her current income, on an annualized basis, is enough to qualify then the consulate should accept it.

The affidavit of support isn't required until the interview. With a little careful planning, you can probably time the submission of the petition so that the interview coincides with when she'll have proof of sufficient income.


If I were the OP, I would ignore all previous responses. The above is the information you need. Alternatively, you could marry first, in Russia. This would enable you to use YOUR "assets" as part of the affidavit of support in a spouse visa process.




Some other possibilities:

If she is willing to stay in Russia for a couple years, you could make her a business partner which would be her source of income. If you two were to marry there you could file the 1-130 directly with the embassy, that is if they have the DCF option and you could meet the criteria to file for it.

If your business could be done in another country such as in an EU country, like Cyprus, marriage and possibly DCF there have less requirements such as no residency requirement to get married.

Just a thought.


Thoughts yes. Helpful? Absolutely not.




Yeah - big red flag (IMO); foreign beneficiary deposits large sums of money in USC/petitioner's account (who has not worked) which will be used as an asset on the affidavit of support.

RDV - your fiance plans to find work does she not? - there really is no 3-year work rule. I'm assuming she is young (living with parents) so if/when she does find work, that should work as long as it is over the minimum required. Also - her parents are unable/unwilling to co-sponsor?



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pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-14 10:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmployment on a K1 Visa
I would get some legal advice on this. People come to the USA on vacation or business all the time and either conduct business meetings or work remotely while vacationing. It's legal. I was hired by a Canadian company in 2000. Many times people from Canada would fly down to work with me, go to meetings etc. No issues. Not saying what the OP wants to do is OK. I don't know. Just saying go with the legal advice. The company trying to work something out, will surely seek legal counsel on the matter. Go with what they work out or don't work out. Our opinions on this matter really don't count.
pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-03 09:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit od Support i-134

Co-sponsor needs to be a USC.


Can be either a USC or a Legal Permanent Resident. (green card holder)



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-04 16:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit od Support i-134

You'll note I said "around". Mine took 2 months but granted that was a year ago. Recently though... looking at timelines the current trend is 1 1/2 - 2 months. It says it's currently 61 days but if you look at full timelines it varies.

Here:

Date Filed NOA Date RFE(s) Bio. Appt. Approved Date Card Received
2010-11-01 2010-11-08 2010-11-29 2010-11-29 2011-1-27 2011-2-05 (NOA1 to Approval: 81 days)
2011-03-26 2011-04-22 2011-05-23 2011-06-01 (NOA1 to Approval: 41 days)
2011-03-23 2011-04-27 2011-05-12 2011-05-27 (NOA1 to Approval: 31 days)
2011-03-18 2011-04-22 2011-05-20 2011-05-26 (NOA1 to Approval: 35 days)
2011-04-01 2011-05-02 2011-05-26 2011-05-26 (NOA1 to Approval: 25 days)
2011-03-24 2011-03-31 2011-05-16 2011-05-26 (NOA1 to Approval: 57 days)
2011-03-28 2011-04-04 00-00-00 2011-05-18 2011-05-26 2011-06-01 (NOA1 to Approval: 53 days)
2011-03-31 2011-04-05 2011-04-18 2011-05-25 (NOA1 to Approval: 51 days)
2011-04-03 2011-04-05 2011-04-29 2011-05-25 (NOA1 to Approval: 51 days)


Even so, that's from filing to EAD, not from arrival to EAD.




pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-02 22:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit od Support i-134

Remember the immigrant can't work for around 2 months (until they get their EAD/GC) so you will need to earn enough to support yourself and him.


It takes about three months from the AOS filing to get EAD, so think in terms of arrival plus the time to marry, plus the time to get AOS filed plus three months. Two months is never going to happen, even if they marry the day of arrival and file AOS within a few days.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-02 17:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSending I-134 Sooner or Later?

Ok here my Question
We have NOA2 our case number Sent to GUZ waiting for package 3 I have my I-134 ready to send to my Girl in China My original Birth certificate and a new letter of intent all with a cover sheet for easy to read, the only thing I have not dated anything yet It takes about three weeks for things to get to China nowdays so should I send it and she will have it ready to go as soon as they notify her that she has packate 3 on the way she will download her forms and complete them ahead of time also. I think GUZ takes about three months to send packate3 out
Len


Sure! Go ahead and send it. Dating it now is not a problem. You might want to scan and email a more current pay stub just before the interview.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-27 16:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed guidance on reopening file on denied fiancée visa

@Life'sjourney @boiler yes she's a US citizen and she filed the papers which turned out to be fake. What are the implications if a US citizen was the one with the fake papers?
Its been two years now though & the file's been closed.
Will filing a new fiancée visa petition certainly bring this issue up again?



Whomever knowingly submitted fake papers has committed fraud. If your US Citizen fiancee knowingly submitted fake divorce papers, she is unlikely to get a new petition approved. If she was duped by divorce papers given to her by a former spouse in Nigeria, then that problem is mitigated. Once she has a legitimate divorce, she can start over again but you'll still need to show the relationship is genuine. The best evidence of that is the time you've spent together in person. If it's been a while, you two should plan another visit or two prior to a new visa interview. If it has been more than two years since you've been together, you'll need one of those visits to occur prior to filing a new petition.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-06 10:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNotice of Decision

Yes I understand that, but still don't know how to find out why we were denied. How do we address it? Just refile with front-load information addressing all possible reasons for their denial? that was my last post I amde, all possible reasons I had.

all my lawyer has said was "get married, there were no mistakes" on the first one and he doesn't know why we were denied either.



You would have been given some sort of information as to why the visa wasn't issued. The documents requested and the interview questions and answers are your window into "why".


pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-01 14:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNotice of Decision

There was no reason for denial...just expiration. It appears I am now a part of the new K1 process that I just found about on this forum.


Don't confuse USCIS with the Consulate. USCIS decided to let the expiration date of the approval rule their day but the visa was denied for a reason. Until you address the reason the Consulate didn't issue the visa, filing a new petition would be cruising for the same bruising.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-05-01 12:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReceived RFE

Most people's photos are not date-stamped, and captioned with the date, where they were taken, and who is in them. Photos are secondary evidence of meeting. You mentioned in your first post that you sent photos, but what else? The strongest evidence of meeting is passport stamps, plane ticket/boarding passes, receipts in your names showing you in the same place at the same time. Then, the photos together can back up that evidence.



Correct. The RFE will explain EXACTLY what is considered as PRIMARY evidence of meeting. Let the readers take NOTICE that photos together are SECONDARY evidence of meeting. PRIMARY evidence is needed for petition approval.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-11 16:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReceived RFE

Hi everyone,

I got an RFE when I looked at my Case Status online today, stating that they're requesting initial evidence. What's the difference between initial and additional evidence? We sent coloured photos with the original packet, so a little confused.

Good news is they touched our case!


Initial evidence is evidence that should have been in the initial filing packet. Could be anything. You'll know when you receive the mail.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-09 09:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTo schedule the interview beyond the 4-month validity on the approval granted by USCIS for I-129F

Hello and Good day!

Me and my fiance are still trying to decide on the best date to schedule the interview at the USEM MNL. I would just like to ask anyone out there who knows if it's okay for us to schedule the interview beyond the 4-month validity on the approval granted by USCIS for I-129F.

Thank you very much in advance for your assistance. Your help will greatly aid us in making a decision.:yes:

Thank you again and have a great day!B-)


Yes, it's OK. As long as continue to communicate with the Consular Unit, they will extend the validity of the petition approval as needed.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-12 12:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 cost break down ???

there are many fees missing here:

passport in the country living
birth certificate
Police and Federal clearances in the country
other country specific documents
annulments or divorce paperwork if needed
children paperwork, medical if necessary
Medical was mentioned
Taxis, flights, hotels was mentioned.
marriage license fees
marriage ceremony fees
insurance (Health, dental, car, life)

do not just look at the fees in the K-1... this is what I looked at the first time... and missed a ton of other information.... look at the rest of it...


Yes, there will be other costs, which in most cases are dwarfed by travel costs BUT that's why the OP included, "not the total cost, but a break down of when fees become do ??? and where the money is sent :("



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-12 18:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 cost break down ???

It was $355 in July 2009 to apply for 129 and the fees have gone up
so need to check these fees on USCIS site or with your attorney



No, the I-129F filing fee was $455 at that time and is the only fee that went down.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-12 12:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 cost break down ???

I have seen it before but now cant find the link for the cost of the K-1 visa :bonk:
not the total cost, but a break down of when fees become do ??? and where the money is sent :(
can some one tell me where to find it ???

thank you :thumbs:


Perhaps this is the information you seek. The direct link is no longer on VJ. There is also a fee for medical exam and possibly a nominal visa delivery fee. both of which would vary by country.

K1 Fiance(e) Visa
K1 US Government Filing and Visa Fees

When Paid

Agency and Purpose


Amount Month 1 *Dept. of Homeland Security, USCIS - Petition Filing Fee $340.00

Month 3-6 Dept. of State Visa Application Fee (paid abroad) $350.00

Month 6-12 Dept. of Homeland Security, USCIS - Adjust Status Fee $1,070.00

Month 27-32 Homeland Security, USCIS - Removal of Conditions Fee $590.00

Total Immigration Fees To Permanent Resident Status $2,350.00


Edited by pushbrk, 12 June 2011 - 11:38 AM.

pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-12 11:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhen dId you get your RFE

After reading this, I totally disagree with that statment. If you know you made a mistake, you need to send a correct version in ASAP. If USCIS approves the application and it is sent back by the NVC, you are put back to waiting for the RFE. The reason that I say this is the same thing happened to me. A very small mistake is costing me greatly to get fixed at VSC. Please, you should never assume that once the application is approved that it is over. They can send it back to USCIS at any time all the way up to the Embassy if any mistakes are found. Just ask some of the folks that have had their application sent back for review to how it feels.


Not all small mistakes will bring the same results. My answer was based on the specific mistake. What kind of small mistake caused YOUR issues.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-13 20:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhen dId you get your RFE

Can you rephrase that? So your saying that if they don`t catch a mistake on my G325a to send them a correct version anyways? I ask because I accidentally forgot to put my previous and current work addresses.


What I said needs no rephrasing. No, don't send them a corrected version anyway. If they let it go, you let it go. If the questions are asked again, answer them completely and correctly. City and State is enough for an employer address anyway.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-13 08:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhen dId you get your RFE

If an RFE is issued - it would occur when your petition is adjudicated (reviewed by USCIS) - it would happen the same time as an approval would if there were no need for an RFE. Except for a rudimentary review when initially received, petitions basically sit in a pile waiting to be adjudicated/reviewed.

:time: <--this will help give you an idea of when your petition may get reviewed (plus it will help the members on VJ)


Correct. If you made mistakes on your G325a and they don't notice them, don't count on an RFE as an opportunity to correct them.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-12 11:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTAXES*His ARMY DUTY* QUESTIONS! HELP!
Just adding that if the couple decides to marry, the fiance visa process will be void and they'll start over again with a new spouse process.
pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-13 13:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat do I have notarized?

Because your original documents are in other language. In this case NOTHING should be notarized.



Translations are "certified" by the translator, not "notarized". Exception is China, where the Consulate accepted translations come from the Notarial Office. It's not comparable to at US Notary. Translations MUST be (not are recommended to be) certified by the translator.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-16 09:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow Can I Sponsor

The Guides on VJ are your friend: http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide


As are the instructions that come with the form itself. Always download and carefully read all form instructions in addition to the VJ guides.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-16 10:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa fee?

were you approved at the interview? My understanding is a K-1 visa you pay at the consulate, but a CR-1/IR-1 you pay to the NVC. In either case, you still have to pay for the visa.



Small correction. You pay a visa application fee. It is a fee for an application, not for a visa. No money back if visa is not issued.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-16 10:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa fee?

i just have a question about this VISA FEE?

WHAT IS THAT VISA FEE? when i had my k1 interview last 2008 i dont have to pay for visa but i paid a document verification for the bank..but it doesnt cost $350..

my sister just got their manila case number..does she have to wait for the eligibility letter before calling to schedule for an interview or she can call now...

any idea would be highly appreciated...thank you



The visa application fee is now $350. You can download the K1 instruction packets from the Embassy website.


pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-16 10:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPossible questions on CRBA interview

hi! the questions are..

1. what is the name of the father?
2. his birthday?
3. when did i gave birth?
4. when did we meet? where?

things like that. it's about you and the father of the child. good luck! =)


Yes, but also expect them to request a DNA test from the child and the father, prior to issuing the CRBA or passport.



pushbrkMaleChina2011-06-16 09:38:00