ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCopies??
When filing the initial packet am I supposed to put a copy of the certified marriage certificate or just make a copy of that. I was under the impression we would send the original at a later date but just want to make sure as I'm putting the finishing touches on this today....hopefully tomorrow I will be actually sending it.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-13 10:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescase status form i130
Congrats!!! It would be great to know when you filed and with which service center. Please update your timeline :)
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-03-25 06:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhy this injustice?????
I wonder how many more identities he/she will come up with...keepin us on our toes!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-25 18:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhy this injustice?????

CSC processes 15,000 - 20,000 I-130 petitions every month, so why all this focus on the small number of us here on VJ. Yes, we are lucky to have found this site, and our demographic may be the same or it may be different, but this is clear--we are a tiny, tiny fraction of the total !!!

And Immigration Race--you sure you aren't related to another un-named member here ??


BWAHAHAHAHAHA! Too funny! I was thinking the EXACT same thing!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-25 15:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhy this injustice?????

My dear friend. Please do not blindly assumed that everybody filed in December are not VJ. Lets assumed that you are right then we must have approval in order. I mean to say atleast first week of December should be cleared by now for Vj members. Why your statement is only true for December fillers. We have seen rapidly approving petitions for November fillers!!!! Same is true for K1 December fillers. If you see igor's list there are 10 K1 approvals on 21st alone......there something fishy here...we got to wake up.....same thing happened to June and July fillers...everybody knows about it............



My dear friend don't blindly assume that everyone is on VJ. Be realistic...you stating that EVERY person who's applied for a CR1 visa knows about Visa Journey is rediculous. Everyday someone posts about having just found this site. The reality of it is you are probably going to wait 5 months. No sense in getting your knickers in a twist over something that is outside your control. You can't control USCIS, you can't control other memebers reporting their information in a timely manner, you can only control yourself. There's nothing fishing about them processing K1's instead of CR1's...they go in cycles. Next month the K1 people could be saying it's not fair they are processing so many CR1's! You wouldn't be complaining then I'm sure.

Edited by jkminney, 25 April 2011 - 12:00 PM.

jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-25 11:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhy this injustice?????

Hi Guys, I do not understand why there are no recent approvals for IR-1/CR-1 at CSC??? There are lots approvals for K1 visa at CSC recently???? Why this injustice?? .....any ideas...



there were 3 approved yesterday....gotta keep in mind the people that are on vj are only a small number of the people who actually apply :)
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-13 10:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes the petitoner have to write the money order?

He doesnt have a checking account. Do you know if someone else can write the money order?


A money order is filled out by hand...you enter the info on your own except for the actual dollar amount that is printed on there. so it shouldnt matter who actually purchases it. A cashiers check is actually printed by the bank so it would most likely have the name of the person who purchased it so that being said it wouldnt matter who buys it if it's going to be a money order.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-30 10:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes the petitoner have to write the money order?

Hi long story, but does the money order/check have to be in the petitioners name? or can It be written out by someone else? My husband has messed things up once and now a family member is sending them for us.

Thanks for you help!


Why dont you guys just send a personal check? If you send a check you would know straight away when it's cleared the bank account vs having to track the money order?
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-04-30 09:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures130 in december

So I guess you are under the assumption that the OP has not kept track of this website? Why? Because she is frustrated? A lot of us realize that there is no rhyme or reason to this process but that fact does not stop a person for feeling what they are feeling. Yes we celebrate (at least I do) with those who are getting through this process quicker then expected and support those who have had a rough time with this crazy system (the person you referred to who just received a NOA2 after waiting an entire year) but to tell someone to stop obsessing over what is paining her is unfair and judgmental. Perhaps you have it all together, if that is the case good for you, God bless you. But please if the OP is not hurting anyone or has she insulted anyone with her post therefore leave her alone. If you don't like the fact that she is frustrated don't read her post.


The OP is going to need a lot thicker skin if someone on here simply tells them to relax. Loads of people on this website obsess which in turn gets other people all worked up. I'm stating the fact of the matter. This person won't relax because it's not their nature. I will however say it's going to do nothing but make the process seem longer than it already is. I'm not disregarding her/his feelings but at the end of the day the statement I made is a true statement.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-05 07:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures130 in december
If you have kept track on this website enough you should know that there is no rhyme or reason to why some people get approved before the other. You would also have seen that someone was JUST approved yesterday who received their NOA1 a year ago. This process is taxing but you better get used to it because you aren't even half way through it yet. Stop obsessing over something can't do anything about....at least not until at least 30 days past your 5 month mark and even then your actions don't guarantee anything is going to move any faster!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-04 18:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresReceived Receipt # for my CR1 Visa Application. Is that NOA1??
Yes it's the NOA1. You can log into www.uscis.gov and register your case number. Then you just wait :) Good luck on your journey!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-12 07:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJoint US lease while awaiting IR1/CR1 (Final Interview-phase)
Completely wrong information. My husband was here when it came time to renew my lease. He showed his passport, they took his information regarding work number and whatnot....that was it. We then had one more thing to show that we were co-mingling our finances. You are supposed to be able to show these things so why a lawyer would advise you against getting as much proof that you are paying for things jointly I have NO idea. He's also been on my checking account here LONG before we were married. Sounds like your lawyer would say that's not a good idea either :)
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-15 18:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJust got approved!!!
Congratulations! Now the busy bit!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-09 17:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnother quick (and probably stupid) I-864 question!
You need to have the forms with the original signature. They aren't allowed to be scanned/copied.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-19 08:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp!? Problems with RFE for bonafide marriage
Did you send anything with your application showing a bonafide marriage? There is a list of acceptable items to show proof of the relationship on the application. Some have been mentioned. I would review the information provided on the application for the I-130 and use those as a guide.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-15 18:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMarry on a Tourist Visa and then CR-1
She can come to the U.S. to get married she just has to leave and file for the CR1....that's the legal way of doing it :)
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-05-26 15:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes anyone have any experience of Shannon,m Ireland POE?

I am entering the US next Thursday (July 7th) and I am flying from Manchester to Shannon and then on to Boston Logan. Shannon is now a US pre clearance centre, does anyone have any experience of entering here and is this classed as my US POE? Do I give them my brown envelope or hold onto it until I get to Boston?


This will be just like if you were entering in the U.S. They will take all your paperwork and process it. When you get to the states you'll just need to pick up your bags :)
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-06-30 19:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFormer Marriages-- Do They Even Care?
I think it depends on a multitude of things. My ex husband is English. He was living in the U.S. on a work visa. When we got married we AOS through the marriage. The marriage fell apart. I went on vacation and met John. We dated, filed for a K1 were approved without 1 question in regards to my ex who I had petititioned. We are now going through the CR1 process and I don't have any concern about there being an issue due to my ex. If you entered a marriage for the right reasons then you have nothing to worry about. All you can do is be honest.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-07-10 08:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSign in Failed in NVC ?????????
I'm having the same issue and the rep advised me that the bills haven't been generated. That's why it's showing sign in failed.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-07-24 07:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-3032 emailed
As the person stated that was happening prior to them updated the system.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-07-24 15:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-3032 emailed
I'm actually having the same thing happen. My husband submitted the email on the 19th still no response other than the auto response. I did call and speak to a rep about the whole sign in filed thing. She advised me that the bills haven't generated yet. So until they have you will get the sign on failed.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-07-24 06:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI think I really screwed up :(
Your marriage certificate should also list your previous name and what you are changing it to when you get married.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-15 07:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMedical
He can get the interview done but must have the NVC case number to give the office. Google Knightbridge Medical Unites States visa and it will come up on the search. You have to make an appointment he can't just show up.

Edited by jkminney, 18 August 2011 - 11:31 AM.

jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-18 11:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
I'm not aware of a tax release form?
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-18 07:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
I agree day 8 seems to be the day lol
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-17 17:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay

wow, NVC got the approval finally AUG 4, mailed it via DHL on AUG 8 (which you can track if anyone doesn't know that, look on VJ for instructions) and now the Embassy gave us our date for AUG 25 already. The embassy actually emailed before even sending packet 4. Finally someone who is proactive and NICE.
They weren't kidding when they said it moves fast after this. Keep the faith :)



This is a CR1 process delay. We have different requirements at NVC than the K-1 visa so our unfortunately at best our typically doesn't move THAT fast lol
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-17 11:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay

The NVC STILL has no record of our DS-3032 email... been sending it since Aug 2nd! We'll hear something soon I hope... anyone else having this issue? :(



We had to send ours 3 times before it was accepted. I would send it again if I were you. It only took 2 days for them to accept it once they decided to lol
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-15 11:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
Our IV bill marked paid as well. Going in the mail after work :)
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-10 13:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
I'm odd man out lol I stapled. Guess we'll see what happens!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 18:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
It's there!!! Whoop Whoop. I think I'm going to throw a party!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 12:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
Well I'll make sure I let you know when we get our IV bill and if you could do the same I would appreciate it because to be honest this last bit at NVC has made me ill.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 12:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
See this is what makes me a wreck. One person who had their choice of agent accepted yesterday received their IV bill. Nothing for me. I log in and it just says Applicants name and it's blank. I wish I knew how the heck they figure out who's getting their info and who's not.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 12:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
Did you get an email saying the IV bill had generated or did you just log into the payment portal and see it there to be paid?
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 12:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
Looking at everyones timeline...including yours Navy, seems like the IV bill is typically generated a day or so AFTER the choice of agent has been accepted. Looks like you sent your email on 7/22 and it was accepted on 7/28 the same day that you paid your IV bill...unless I'm reading it wrong
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 11:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay

I called and inquired about the processing time. Two operators told me they have a 5 to 10 business day processing time once they accept the DS-3032 e-mail, NOT counting the day you send it in.



Seems like a lot are accepted in about 3 business days.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 11:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay

I (beneficiary) received an email from NVC yesterday saying " We received the principal applicant's DS-3032 (Choice of Address and
Agent) form designating an address and agent."

My wife (appointed agent) never received anything saying she has been appointed though.

Did you guys get the same?


Yeah we got the same thing. John got the email saying they accepted it but I didn't receive an email saying I was now appointed. I don't know if we get an email about the IV bill being ready to be paid now or what. I just keep checking that payment portal. FFS just want all this done already. When are you going for your medical?
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 11:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
For the folks who had their choice of agent form accepted yesterday can you touch base on here when you are invoiced for the IV bill. Since the last time I waited for the AOS bill for 2.5 weeks I just want to make sure I'm not falling through the cracks lol. If you guys get yours than hopefully mine won't be far behind :) Paranoia is setting in!
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-09 07:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
We only had 2 affidavits but I sent pictures over the span of the relationship and thankfully John has been here for months at a time so we were able to put him on the checking and savings account a long time ago and he was here to sign the lease last year. I did send print offs of all the emails and tickets where he had been here or me there. We take family pictures each yr for the holidays...me and the kids and it's been nice that he's been here for those the last couple yrs so we sent those family pictures of the last 2 years. Like you said it's custom to have arranged marriages so that's not out of the norm.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-08 21:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
I felt like I needed to be there for the K1 interview. All the paperwork that we submit to NVC for the CR1 had to be brought to the interview for the K1 and John would have been thinking ####### if he had to have all those papers organized lol. I don't blame you for wanting to go. If I hadn't been through it before I would want to be there for sure. For us we just decided it wasn't worth spending 1k on the ticket for me to be there for the few minutes we know it's going to take....I would rather put that in our house fund.
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-08 20:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC - NOA2 to NVC Delay
It's funny really because when we did the K1 I was a nervous wreck about being denied. We didnt have any reason to get denied but just the idea of someone else deciding how our life was going to go made me nervous. Thankfully because we've been through it I'm not worried about the actual interview at all. It seriously took us maybe 10 minutes and that was mostly because the gal who was doing the interview was from the midwest and we yapped about that lol
jkminneyFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-08-08 20:24:00