ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion383 days
YAY!!!!!!!

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RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-13 00:34:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI th?nk we got the v?sa

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!! Today we rece?ved the passport myster?ous yellow package and VISA! We both were so shocked when Omers mom screamed the ups man was here, as we've been phon?ng UPS for f?v e days s?nce our very bad ?nterv?ew on Thursday- and every t?me we gave them our UPS conf?rmat?on number that we rece?ved once we pa?d at the embassy, they cla?med no package from the embassy ever reached them, and they had no record of any package be?ng sent to Omer.

We both were pretty certa?n we d?dn't get the v?sa ESPECIALLY because we were never asked to s?gn the consular off?cer port?on of the DS230 Part II or the DS 156K or DS 157-

Anyway- I burst ?nto tears when I saw ?t and we both are st?ll ?n shock.

Now- off to rest and relaxat?on at the beach ?n Olu Den?z for a month.

Thank you to everyone for your support and good w?shes. We could never have nav?gated th?s process w?thout the ?nformat?on and most of support from the people on th?s s?te.

Eternally grateful,
Chr?st?ne and Omer (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F) (F)

W?sh?ng the best to everyone go?ng through th?s process



This gave me goosebumps. I am so glad for you! Congrats!!!

Hahaha she likes water... that's just hilarious
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-11 09:05:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionRejected!
i'm so sorry to hear about this :(

You can always go back there and marry her in her country and then file K3. I am not sure if that would help or not *hugs*
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-06-19 04:39:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionINTERVIEW PROCESS WENT STRANGE.
It could be anything.. a criminal conviction.. a warrrent... no one knows really unril they tell you what they are looking for??????????
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-10 00:13:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEmbassy requested fiance's son at interview
Is he immigrating aas well? If so they will want to talk to him, make sure he knows who you are, make sure that he accepts you. They will ask questions to kids like "how often does he talk to you?" "Does he like you?" "Have you done things together and if so what were those things?" he will be asked simple questions, but he will also be asked about your family and if he knows them and if he has met them and if he has been to your country to visit. Remember they are looking for validity of your relationship here and this child should be a key part of that because he is there at all times. he should be well aware of who you are and what is going on and the questions to him will be based on validating your relationship.

Edited by Rings, 14 September 2009 - 11:04 PM.

RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-14 23:02:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionQuestion regarding I-134
Have you adjusted your our status? How did you get here? What type of visa are you here on? You need to fill in your timeline for us to help you.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-17 22:43:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionAlien (Case) number
A# is at the top right hand of your NOA2 it is your alien number. This number will remain the same throughout your entire immigration process.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-17 22:53:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionAnybody has experient about Australian Police Check
Look at my timeline and it will tell you how long it took us for the police check. *hugs
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-20 00:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWhat does this mean?
Found more information

When a consular officer refuses an immigrant visa, he completes Form DS-194. Refusal Letter and Refusal Worksheet. The consul gives the applicant a copy of the form and advises the applicant of the basis for the refusal and of any statutory provisions for administration relief..

Now this is not to scare you but only to inform you so what I would do is be sure he packs his bags as full as he damn well can with evidence of your relationship just to be safe.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-16 16:44:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWhat does this mean?
As far as this says a DS194 is a "written Decision" so I don't think that's negative it's just some dumb coding they use. I will look through my paperwork tonight to see if that wording was on our documents or not.


If Your Visa is Not Granted or is Denied:
Get the name of the officer(s) who dealt with you.


Ask to see the supervisor and/or Chief Consular officer OR call your attorney.


Ask what else you could submit that would satisfy the consul.


Take notes about who said what to whom. Be very specific.


Ask for a written decision (Form DS194 should be detailed.)


Ask if the consul would be willing to set you up for an after hours interview (usually in the afternoons, later in the week) after the crush is over and someone can spend more time with you.


Don't forget: in most cases, even though there is no specific right to appeal, you can ask for reconsideration or reapply if you have additional information to present that would address the issues of concern to the consul.

Note that, if your application is denied, most consulates put a little stamp in the back of your passport that says "application received." That is a code for what probably happened: "application denied". Therefore, if you consulate-shop, other consulates will probe more deeply into your situation or may refer you back to the original consulate. The notation is not necessarily a bar to obtaining a visa at a later time.

RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-16 16:29:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWhat does this mean?
I have heard of a DSP-122 but nothing of a DS194 it may be an internal document. I will keep looking for you though
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-16 16:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionconfused about affidavit of support
QUOTE (ScottThuy @ Oct 7 2009, 04:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The new version of the I-134 does not need to be notarized.



Awesome! Good to know. We had to have ours notarized. Thanks for the information!
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-10-07 17:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionconfused about affidavit of support
I wish you all the luck! Let me know how it goes. I will cross my fingers for you! *hugs*
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-10-07 17:43:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionconfused about affidavit of support
Better to have too much information than not enough (my motto) and if they don't need it then they don't need it, but better to have it in case they ask for it.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-10-07 17:31:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionconfused about affidavit of support
It says here in the guides http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1guide that it is required. After you sign it and get it notarized, then make 2 copys of it, mail your spouse a copy for the interview, keep a copy and send the original copy to the USCIS (just so you have additional copies in case)
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-10-07 17:23:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDual Citizenship
Australia and America allow dual citizenships
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-06-21 19:49:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionPassed interview today
YAY GRATS! THATS SO AWESOME I AM SO GLAD FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-20 01:18:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionRequest for Evidence?!?!
QUOTE (Ant+D+A @ Oct 3 2009, 09:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Juli323,

As told in-person by an immigration officer to me, when I inquired about a similar thing:

Question: I received a Case Status Information Update/RFE, by e-mail, dated September 22, 2009, with the following message: “we mailed a notice requesting additional evidence or information…the case will be in suspense until we receive the evidence or the opportunity to submit it expires. Once we receive the requested evidence or information and make a decision on the case, you will be notified by mail.” I have not received such a notice by mail, as of today, and would like to know if and when I will receive such a notice. I also have already submitted 100+ pages of additional relevant joint evidence with my initial application, and find it quite puzzling that the USCIS would require more evidence for my case. I would also like to know what is requested of me additionally, which I will gladly provide it to you if required and I have such evidence requested, so that my case can be further processed and not delayed.

Answer: "Your RFE e-mail is your fingerprints/biometrics letter. The additional evidence we request is your fingerprints to be processed and checked out by the FBI. Did you get your fingerprints letter (I said yes, and showed her the letter)? And no, you won’t be getting any additional letters for an RFE as the date of your fingerprints/biometrics letter is the same date as your RFE e-mail (which it is, as both are receipt dated September 23)."

For more information about my infopass/walk-in fingerprints experience on 9/30/09, you can read more about it here:
http://www.visajourn...p;#entry3371164

Hope this helps. Good luck on the rest of your immigration journey too.

Ant


QUOTE (juli323 @ Oct 2 2009, 11:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys,
I just went to my portfolio account and saw there was a request for evidence that supposedly was sent to me on sept.10th. Well, after this date I received the fp notice and went to the appointment without any problems but never received this request for evidence. Any thoughts??




Bingo... the evidence is your finger tips
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-10-06 00:55:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionCharges & Fees For Citizenship
WOW thanks for the good information Jodee <3 I really appreciate it!
RingsFemaleAustralia2010-11-21 18:31:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionCharges & Fees For Citizenship
This means that we will have to wait till after Christmas :(
RingsFemaleAustralia2010-11-21 18:05:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionCharges & Fees For Citizenship
Thanks so much!
RingsFemaleAustralia2010-11-21 18:01:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionCharges & Fees For Citizenship
Hello Everyone!

Thanks for any help you can offer. My Loke and I have now been married for 4 years! It's hard to imagine the time went so fast. I remember the days of scouring this site for all the information I could find so I could be with him. I appreciate everything everyone on this forum has ever done for me!

We are talking about Naturalizing now and were wondering on how much it costs in fees. I was looking at the guides, but being away so long I am not sure how current they are to the new laws.

As always, any help is greatly appreciated so we can start budgeting for it.

~ Rings
RingsFemaleAustralia2010-11-21 15:51:00
Canadaabandoned I130 to follow K3..anyone do both?
We are essentially doing both (see below) but the K3 has been faster for us... either way they both work the same really
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-04 23:40:00
CanadaI could just scream!
Ahh he just does it to spite you. It is a common male trait, but the more that you show it bothers you, the more satisfied he will feel. Try being so nice and understanding to him that it is sick.. the game will lose it's pleasure for him when you begin not to care about it so badly.
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-03 20:33:00
CanadaWoot!
YAY CONGRATS!!!

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RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-10 22:56:00
CanadaBiometrics appointment!
YAY! Good luck to you!
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-12 23:51:00
Canadathe last 2 weeks
Your story brought me to tears. I know there are no words and no one can possibly understand your ache unless they have gone through it. I can only guess at how hard this can be. Cory was beautiful, his website was a wonderful memorial and you are a strong woman for having gone through this. I thank your husband for caring for you in this time of need because momma's have to be okay too. I hope time eases your ache soon and where time cannot, I hope that your happiness with those who are in your life does.

May your immigration at least flow with ease. *hugs*
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-08-02 22:08:00
CanadaMESSAGE FOR ALL ABOUT DANGERS
Good luck and please let us know how you are going :(
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-31 22:55:00
Canadaneed some help please
You have to state the offences in order for us to help you.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-09 23:36:00
Canadawill my fiancee going on welfare hurt our case?
The USCIS will look at your CO-Sponsors income and your income. They will not look at what he makes in Canada because it's irrelevant. When he arrives here he will not longer make Canadian money anyway. They just want to be sure he is going to be cared for and that someone is willing to take the responcibility to do that. It's not about his money (It's about yours)
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-15 00:18:00
CanadaPacking list
USA Citizens Traveling to Canada
Citizens of the United States do not need a passport or visa to enter Canada, unless they are arriving in Canada from somewhere other than the USA. They do need to have on them proof of citizenship plus photo identification, although this is not often asked for. More information for U.S. citizens crossing into Canada can be found on the Consular Information Sheet for Canada at the web site of the Bureau of Consular Affairs, of the U.S. Department of State.

Americans in particular will need to be aware that Canada has strict gun laws. Generally, all weapons without legitimate sporting or recreational use are prohibited, and guns used for hunting or competition may be brought in with a permit. (Contact below). Undeclared firearms will be confiscated, and criminal charges may be made.

For more information about going into Canada, phone the border-crossing post directly. For answers to Canadian customs enquiries, or to locate the nearest Canadian customs district office, call the following telephone numbers: From within Canada, call: (toll-free) 1-800 461-9999. From outside Canada, call: 204-983-3500; or, 506-636-5064 (long-distance charges apply).

The following links also will be helpful.

Canada Customs and Revenue Agency.
The Canada Customs and Revenue Agency site has information for Visitors to Canada, including the Tax Refund for Visitors to Canada pamphlet. Canadian residents may be interested in browsing the pages about Canadian residents traveling abroad and obtaining more information about exemptions for returning Canadians.

The Canadian customs FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page also can be quite helpful in answering questions.


Visitors to the United States from other countries also may want to visit our US-VISIT page and acquaint themselves with policies and procedures recently introduced by the US Department of Homeland Security for entering and visiting the United States. These policies deal with enrollment requirements, how the program works, current ports of entry and privacy information. US-VISIT currently applies to all visitors (with limited exemptions) holding non-immigrant visas, regardless of country of origin. US-VISIT does not apply to U.S. citizens.

http://www.gonorthwe...der/USvisit.htm


That may help some
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-17 23:11:00
CanadaPacking list
Crossing the Canadian / United States of America border
Rules governing the entry of foreigners are subject to change and you should check with the relevant authorities close to the time you will be making a crossing. Generally crossing this border is straight-forward and will include going through immigration customs both ways. The biggest hassle is usually the length of the queues, so consider avoiding peak times such as public holidays and the start and end of the working day.

Ensure you have the necessary papers.
Identification papers such as a passport or birth certificate are recommended. Visit the US Customs and Border protection Agency web site for more information about identification requirements. You also may be asked to show a return air ticket or proof of sufficient funds. Know the rules and make sure your appearance is not cause for suspicion (probably not a good day to be wearing your "legalize marijuana" t-shirt!). Customs inspectors do have the power to ruin a vacation. If you come under strong scrutiny for any reason, answer questions directly and politely. Tempting though it may be, wise-cracking and rudeness will only be to your own detriment.

When crossing the border on public transportation such as ferries, trains and buses, you will if necessary, be reunited with your luggage in order to take it across yourself. Transport companies take the inspection time into account in their schedules, and while mass transit is usually treated efficiently, the companies have no power over delays. Vehicles may be searched at the discretion of the customs officials, whether or not the traveler feels that he or she has complied with customs requirements.

Standard questions you might be asked by a border guard include: "Where are you from?", "Where are you going?", "How long will you be in Canada?" (sound like you know for how long, even if your plans are flexible, and ensure the intended length of your stay is within the legal limit), "What is the purpose of your trip?", and "Are you bringing anything with you that you intend to leave behind?"

Driving across the border
Border officials are on the lookout for stolen cars, or people attempting to avoid paying duties on bought cars. So you will want to be carrying documentation to show you are not perpetrating such scenarios.

Driving a rental car across the US-Canadian border is usually not a problem, so long as you have made this arrangement with the car rental company. Make sure you have a copy of the rental agreement with you, and that is states you have permission to take the vehicle across the border.

If you are driving a private car which isn't registered in the name of someone going on the trip, bring written proof that you have the permission of the owner to take the car into the other country.

Close to the time you intend to cross, it might be worth asking locals about the comparable prices of gas/petrol in each country (factoring in exchange rates), in order to make a budget-conscious decision as to which side to "fill up".

Going through U.S. Customs
Visitors who are at least 21 years of age may bring the following into the USA: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 2 kilograms (4.4 lbs.) of tobacco; 1 liter of alcohol; gifts to the value of $100. Different restrictions will apply to returning US residents and citizens.

Travel Information from U.S. Customs & Border Protection
More details are available in the "Traveler Information" section of the official U.S. Customs web site. The "Visiting the US" and the "FAQ" links are a good place to start.

Immigration and Naturalization Service
The official INS web site has a page called "How do I" customer guides where you cab find answers to particular questions you may have.

Canadian Citizens Traveling to the US
More information for Canadian citizens crossing into the USA can be found on the Crossing U.S. Borders page at the web site of the Homeland Security.

Going through Canadian Customs
Visitors may bring the following into Canada: 200 cigarettes (= 1 carton), 50 cigars, and 14 ounces of tobacco; 1.1 liters or 40 imperial ounces (= 1 bottle) of liquor or wine, or 24 x 355-milliliter (12-ounce) bottles or cans of beer for personal consumption; gifts up to the value of C$60 per gift. To import tobacco products a person must be 18 years of age or over, and to import alcoholic beverages the importer must have reached the legal age established by authorities of the province. You can bring in a small amount of food for your own consumption. Different restrictions will apply to returning Canadian residents.

RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-17 23:06:00
CanadaPacking list
America does not charge GST only Canada does and if it's property already purchased in Canada, then GST has already been paid for, but Customs is another word for GOD which means they will randomly search people so if they are legal and have valid passports they should be fine to enter without disturbance... of course they may get searched, but that's how customs is.. they do that randomly. I would recommend they have their passports and proof that they will be returning to their country with them (ie: letters from the people they work with stating they have a job and proving that they own a home they pay for) reasons to return to their country because they are not here to overstay.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-17 22:50:00
CanadaWhat are my options?
You can't legally come to America with "Intent" to get married or it's considered fraud. However, if you get married on a whim in good faith and unexpectedly then you can adjust status immediately. You have to have a lot of proof though. It's just a different process.
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-30 19:11:00
CanadaWhat are my options?
Staying with you in America? Is she here on a visitors visa? When are you getting married?
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-30 19:09:00
CanadaWhat are my options?
You can bypass the K1 if you marry in good faith and adjust status. You still have to get married to do it. K1 won't benefit you unless you are ready to get married either because you have to go back to your country for the interview and you are not allowed to stay past your visitor allowance

Edited by Rings, 30 September 2009 - 06:56 PM.

RingsFemaleAustralia2009-09-30 18:55:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionRemoval of Conditions
YAY!!!!
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-06-26 22:32:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion10 Year in Hand!
YAY!!!!! CONGRATS!!!!
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-06-25 23:42:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussionchanging my name and I751

a lot of people don't change their name... I don't think it would cause a problem at all...



I agree.

I changed my last name but his name was way better than mine lol

It really is a matter of a personal choice. Some people blend their last names together and some people change over and some people just keep their names as they are and either way it shouldn't make or break anything regarding your paperwork.
RingsFemaleAustralia2007-07-10 22:38:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionApproval letter in the mail
YAY!!!
RingsFemaleAustralia2009-01-03 14:52:00