ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
Middle East and North AfricaREUNION IN 2HRS WOOOOO
omg I know I so missed it, but congrats for you to know that he is here and finally with you
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-09-30 23:34:00
VietnamGuess what?
That is great news!!! Congrats
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2010-03-06 02:31:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPaulasue you will be missed!!!
My thoughts and prayers go out to her husband and family. So sad to hear this news. May you Rest In Peace.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-06-28 12:11:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaHas anyone gotten an appointment letter via email?
Yup, I received everything via email and I emailed the consulate to see if that would be a problem.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-10-25 19:03:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJust Received NOA1 for I-130 Now What??????
Ok I just received my NOA1 for my I-130 packet, but I don't know if I should start a packet for the I-129F or should I just wait for the I-130 to get approved? I am completely new and this and feel frustrated because everytime I call USCIS I get different information. One rep is like no you should wait because its cheapier and the other says that the I-129F is faster, but once my husband gets here we will have to adjust his status which is like $1500 or something like that. That really doesn't make sense....Can anyone please help me?

Casandra and Aziz's Timeline
03/26/07 - Received my first call from Aziz
07/21/07 - Met in Morocco after 4 months of calls, im's, and emails
08/01/07 - Engaged
12/14/07 - 2nd visit to Morocco
04/13/08 - Decided to get married in the summer
05/20/08 - 3rd visit to Morocco
07/10/08 - Married in Morocco
10/06/08 - Sent I-130 Packet
10/09/08 - Received NOA1
*now awaiting NOA2*[/[/color]color]

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CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-10-19 09:46:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A questions
I hope I wasn't confusing, but I am a US citizen and are just starting the process for my husband to come to the US

QUOTE (ninjarocket @ Oct 27 2008, 06:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Only US citizens can file a I-129F.

Also, if you're a green card holder, the I-130 will take years to be approved and a visa # will not be immediately available. Your best bet is to become naturalized and then have the I-130 upgraded.


QUOTE (CasandraYounes @ Oct 26 2008, 08:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone,

So I am in the process of completing our I-129F package and after searching through the forums for a question. I am more confused than ever. Now I do not know if someone has posted this question before, but I have searched through 25 pages and have come up more confused than ever. The question that I am confused about is:

"This form is submitted in connection with an application for:"

Naturalization, Status as Permanent Resident, or Other.

For our I-130 I put, "Other and I-130 Petition" and my husband put "status as permanent resident." However I do not know if that was write, but I could not find a definite answer.

Now for the I-129F, do I put "Other and I-129F Petition"? However my husband mailed me 8 copies of the same g-325A with "status as permanent resident." I should have told him otherwise. If that is not correct for this application, can I just scratch it out or use white out or would I have him send me for more copies. Personally I think that is crazy, but at this stage, I cannot afford any mistakes. I really appreciate any advice anyone has to offer.

Thanks


CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-10-27 16:38:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A questions
Hello Everyone,

So I am in the process of completing our I-129F package and after searching through the forums for a question. I am more confused than ever. Now I do not know if someone has posted this question before, but I have searched through 25 pages and have come up more confused than ever. The question that I am confused about is:

"This form is submitted in connection with an application for:"

Naturalization, Status as Permanent Resident, or Other.

For our I-130 I put, "Other and I-130 Petition" and my husband put "status as permanent resident." However I do not know if that was write, but I could not find a definite answer.

Now for the I-129F, do I put "Other and I-129F Petition"? However my husband mailed me 8 copies of the same g-325A with "status as permanent resident." I should have told him otherwise. If that is not correct for this application, can I just scratch it out or use white out or would I have him send me for more copies. Personally I think that is crazy, but at this stage, I cannot afford any mistakes. I really appreciate any advice anyone has to offer.

Thanks
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-10-26 21:19:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresquestions on the k-3 visa
Hello. I am new at this process as well, but I followed the guides. The best bet would be to turn in the I-130 and wait for NOA receipt. After you receive that, then turn in the I-129f. The fee is $355 for the I-130. Once you receive your NOA for the I-130 you won't have to pay the fee for the I-129F.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-10-29 23:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGetting Married
Now I know this might sound like a REALLY stupid question, but after getting married to my husband in Morocco, do we have to get married again here? I was just wondering if our marriage license in Arabic/English translation is enough to prove to everyone. Any thoughts or advice?
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-10-31 21:05:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCo-sponsor
Hello All,

Right now I seriously feel like venting. I really want to know if anyone is in this position or has been. You know it really sucks being a student and in love. It kills me that financially I am not able to sponsor my husband alone. Even as a student, working two jobs (one paid internship and the other on the weekend), it really isn't enough. I wish things weren't so hard to bring a loved one here. Yes, I get it. We don't want to be allowing our loved ones to be public charges. Ugh!!!!!!!!!!!! I just wish I was at a better time in my life, (although I am happy), just wishing I was more financially stable.

Being that I will be starting grad school in the summer of 09, and will be solely taking on full-time retail positions up until that point. I was wondering if the co-sponsor has to be a household member or can it be any relative or friend that agrees to the terms? Does it look unfavorable if the sponsor is unemployed? All advice and comments are well appreciated.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-11-04 01:24:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F
Just curious, what did everyone send with their I-129F petition besides the G-325A?

QUOTE (Rajaa_Reda @ Nov 3 2008, 12:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
truly i didn't submit any of that..... saving for the interview

CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-11-03 01:39:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F
Thank you everyone for your replies and advice...wish me luck
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-11-02 21:17:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F
Hello Everyone,

I will be sending my I-129F on Wednesday and I think that I have everything copied and ready. The only thing is I feel like I have tons of evidence that shouldn't be in there. Maybe too much isn't an issue, but I am wondering if some of this stuff should be held off until the interview. I includeed, print-outs of my tickets for each trip, emails and instant message conversations, phone call records, wedding photos, letters confirming our relationship. Should I be sending these sort of things now, or should I wait for the interview?

Casandra
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-11-02 19:28:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAccess
Omg that is cruel....I saw that and was seriously saying to myself. They can't be serious are you kidding me. I guess they don't care that people are apart for hundreds of days, months, and even years. I hope you get approved. I have not had access even after loging in. I hope it works next week. Keep your head up...


QUOTE (prince+angel @ Nov 19 2008, 12:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Cool - it does work, thanks! Would have liked to have seen a touch but having access back is a good thing!

QUOTE (cjgator @ Nov 19 2008, 10:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You can overcome the problem with the "case status online" situation by doing this:

1. Login to your account.
2. When your case number(s) come up on the screen, put the pointer on them, and instead of left clicking your mouse, right-click on it.
3. Hit "open"
Your file should open.

CJ-G

QUOTE (prince+angel @ Nov 19 2008, 09:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Great that new processing dates are posted - too bad the dates suck bigtime. Was really hoping to see at the very least April dates posted.

This explains why my adjudication dates (since Monday) on my VJ time line jumped from late Feb & early March 2009 dates to now - get this - I-129F: April 6 - 14, 2009 & I-130: May 26 - July 17, 2009.
Is that some kind of cruel, sick joke?!

To top off the morning - still no freakin' access to check case status online. Reeeeeeeaaaaallyyyyy tired of calling VSC for same line of bull ...

Despite all that - still happily in love and hopeful in NY & Tunisia for our desired outcome. Wishing the same to everyone as well ...



CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-11-28 21:41:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWaiting for VSC - STILL
QUOTE (notime4haterz @ Dec 31 2008, 08:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Amby @ Dec 31 2008, 07:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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QUOTE (jenprado1130 @ Dec 31 2008, 12:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I called the congress womans office AGAIN today and asked them to find out why the June, July and August transfers are getting approvals before the VSC leftovers are being approved. He seemed annoyed with me but I didn't care. He told me he can request that my file be transferred to CSC but he didn't recommend it.
I'M SO FRUSTRATED.
Not only do I miss my husband but it is really creating a financial hardship for my family with him not being here. I wanted to fly down to Costa Rica at the end of January but it doesn't look like I will be able to afford it. crying.gif ranting33va.gif


yes.gif

I'm not comparing my situation to yours, but last month I made a $7000 payment on my credit card. I looked back at my online payment history...$60,000 to my continental mastercard this year!!! Because I visit my husband every other month. Not to mention having to get a whole wardrobe, toiletries, etc to keep in my apartment in Amsterdam. Even things like pots and pans...they all add up when you have to live a freakin double life!!! I feel sorry for those who are struggling making 2 rent payments or 2 mortgage payments, when they could be living together and saving that money for their future!!!

Thanks to VSC and USCIS!!!

QUOTE (mrshamilton @ Dec 31 2008, 04:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
THANK YOU!!!! I thought I was the only one wondering what the ????? happend to VSC wow.gif - I see alot of K3's coming out of CSC.. but none out of VSC, I am thinking about moving back to Cali just so they can process my paper work yes.gif Resepct & Blessings to all for 09


It would have literally been faster for me, if I moved to Cali, established residence, and did our papers and finished... than what I've been waiting for this NOA2!!!!


Only $60,000? You're cheap!


laughing.gif that's only on my one credit card darling! If I told you what I spent in total you wouldn't believe me anyway!


OMG $60,000 I don't know but for me, that is a lot. I understand I felt like I was having to dip into all of my credit cards to live the life I wanted there. Its not easy having to come up with everything else. You're right besides the big price of the tickets, little things add up.

Phone cards completely suck.

I hope that we all bet approved sooner so that our SO's can be here sooner.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-01 12:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWaiting for VSC - STILL
QUOTE (prince+angel @ Dec 31 2008, 01:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Last update at VSC was dated November 18, 2008 with an "as of" date of September 30, 2008 displaying a Processing Timeframe for K3 I-129F date of March 7!

What the .....? Today is December 31, 2008!

A CSC K3 received the NOA2 today who filed August 2008! Did VSC fall of the face of the Earth?!

Not to begrude anyones happiness at all but if your not outraged - your not paying attention.

May the New Year bring NOA2's fast & furious for all us.



I completely feel your pain. I know that you must be frustrated by name because you have been waiting for such a long time. This is so damned crazy and it makes you wonder about that damn K3. That is what bothers me when I look at others that have gotten approved in August and you have been waiting for quite some time.

As the New Year comes, I hope that it brings you an approval very soon. Please keep your head up and hang in there. Your time will come soon Stac.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2008-12-31 14:33:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHappy New Year
congrats I hope that your journey in NVC is a fast one
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-01 12:19:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAPPROVED!!!!
congrats they are seriously due to you....I hope that your journey at NVC goes fast.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-05 17:41:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApproval After 10 Months of Waiting!!!!
congrats on your approval I hope the next step won't take as long
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-27 19:32:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRequired Documents Needed for Co-Sponsor for K3
Hello, I believe the form is the I-1864 not the I-134. I thought the I-134 was for the K1. Check the guides because the one I just checked, for married couples and using a co-sponsor you use the I-1864.

Edited by CasandraYounes, 21 January 2009 - 10:59 AM.

CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-21 10:57:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGot Aprroved!
Congrats I am so happy for you. I hope that your journey in NVC is a quick one. May your SO come here quick.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-12 21:44:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI-134 - how to fill out when your not working (ie get disibility ssi ect)
QUOTE (CandyLovesAhmed @ Jan 21 2009, 11:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thanks:) just like wow he's already picking up his papers at the embasy and i'm not even getting the paper to him in the mail. well i've tried to mail it but ugg the mail is really stupid there. anyway thanks so much. really i think i can try and calm down a bit


QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Jan 21 2009, 08:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (CandyLovesAhmed @ Jan 21 2009, 12:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i need help with the I-134. we have a cosponser so i'm not worried about showing 125% but i was told i still have to fill this out. i am recieving ssi because i'm not able to work at the moment. i have been taking some classes so i can get a job that i am able to do and that will support me. so question is where and what do i put down as income. im afraid they will think he will become a public charge. also i do have a house but i dont have any equalty built up and since we have a cosponser its not needed so thats the only things that could possibly even be put down sad.gif please help he will have his interview sooon
and i am freaking out here


First, stop freaking out! That won't get you anywhere and you say you have a co-sponsor, so relax.

Your SSI is your source of income. Yes, you will also need to submit an I-134 and state that SSI is your income and show a tax return and any other income documentation you have. There is NO REQUIREMENT that you or anyone else "have a job", you need to have INCOME (or a co-sponsor) to qualify.

If you (and our co-sponsor) have income exceeding the 125% it is NOT POSSIBLE for him to become a public charge and THAT is the point. Verifying your income for the K-1 and later the AOS disqualifies you or him from receiving public "means tested" aid. No food stamps for you for the next ten years!!!!



SSI is considered need based income and they don't count that as income on either the I-134 or the I-1864. There is a section, at least on the I-1864 in the instructions that talks about that. I think if it is not used for the I-1864 the same would apply for the I--134. I also get SSI that is not reported on a tax return. You can get a print out from social security saying how much you get each year, but disability based SSI is not reported to the IRS. If you work at all then report that, if not then you can't include it. They will go based off of your co-sponsor's information

CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-01-23 00:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionsupport affidavit africa
QUOTE (lizbeth @ Feb 12 2009, 02:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I met my fiance while serving in Lesotho as a Peace Corps Volunteer, so, when they look at my last year of deposits it's gonna look kinda like this
Jan-Aug, 200USD
Sept- 5000 deposit for readjustment
Sept-now, slowly getting to 000

I've only got a part time job now, I'm trying desperately to get something else so I can support my fiance. I know I will have to wait until I do and have been working a while to fill out the affidavit, but how long? And will all this past stuff matter? I was paid by Peace Corps, but in a different account that closed when I left. I don't even think there is anyway to get any kind of statement on that one, since it was a Basotho bank.
If I get a job in the next few weeks, and he gets his interview scheduled for late April, will that be a long enough employment record?



Is there any way you could possibly get a co-sponsor? Seems like that would be better for you.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-02-12 16:06:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionMy husband has been in AP for almost five months ! ISL, PAK
I'm sorry that guys have had to go through this. I can only imagine what you must be feeling. At this point, all you can do is keep the faith and hang in there knowing that you stuck through this and thats what made you stronger. Your spouses will thank you for all of the courage you have, because at that long end of that tunnel, you will get your prize. I will be keeping you in my prayers, all of you.

Cassie
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-10-31 11:10:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionFrom my heart...
Hey Teresa,

OMG congrats!!!! All that stress and worrying can now spew a bit. :dance: That is great news to hear. I hope that you guys have a short AP so that you can be together soon. I had been trying to get a hold of you, but now I see why I wasn't successful. Keep us posted.


Casandra
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2010-01-20 10:17:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 - SEPTEMBER 2013 FILERS

We just sent our application package on Saturday. Pretty much followed the guide here and the one USCIS provides. We took the "Or" to heart since they have everything and we need to really prove time. 
 


CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2013-09-23 01:52:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionROC - my story -
Congrats!!!!!I am sorry that you had to experience what you did, but appreciate that you are willing to share your story so that it can help others.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2009-12-10 15:27:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionCard recieved
Congrats
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2010-03-10 07:32:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionCan i file I-751 a month before 2 yr GC expiry?
Thanks for asking this questions because I was wondering the same myself.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2011-07-16 02:16:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionFinally Sending it

School enrollment is not necessary - just send information proving that you still have a bona fide marriage. What about any joint credit card accounts, health insurance, policies with both your names (auto insurance, rental insurance)? Also, I didn't blank out any information on any of our forms. USCIS will have your social security number so if they really wanted to do something dirty, they could. If you blank something out they may send an RFE if they're feeling picky. Best of luck!


Thanks. As I thought about I just left it alone. I got to the same conclusion. I did send in joint credit account stuff, all the health insurance and car insurance info. Everything you could think of I sent except some of the unnecessary stuff that I listed earlier. Glad I posted this.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2011-10-21 19:07:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionFinally Sending it
Ok thanks everyone. Sent it out today and they should get it on Monday. How long does it usually take to get the first NOA?
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2011-10-21 19:05:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionFinally Sending it
Did you included passport style photos for just the person removing the conditions or both of you?
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2011-10-21 13:50:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionFinally Sending it

I dont think you need a letter for your internship or your pay stubs. don't forget to include a photo copy of his green card front and back, copies of drivers license if they have the same address...since you have an internship and he goes to school you probably do not have any 401k or anything like that! best of luck :)



I no longer have an internship. Just verifying I did and when. I work for the VA now and do have retirement plans and all of that stuff listed on my paystub.

How about Sworn Affidavit from Friends (at least 2) it is required for ROC.


I do have 2 sworn affidavits, but only from family members

good luck!!! :thumbs:


Thanks
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2011-10-21 09:31:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionFinally Sending it
Okay So we are up to removing my husband's conditions which I know is cutting it pretty short as his card expires November 7th. I am overnighting the package and sending it today with the following:

1.) Rental lease for old apartment in 2009 and for the new apartment in 2010-2012
2.) Auto insurance listing both of us
3.) Medical and dental insurance listing him on family plan
4.) Joint tax returns for 2009,2010
5.) Bank account info: joint savings and copies of transfers between both of our checking accounts to each other. Not sure if I should be blacking out the full account number and just leaving the last four.
6.) Letter from my internship in 2010 regarding finances and current letter from employer.
7.) Last 3 pay stubs for both my husband and I
8.) Mail with both of our names
9.) School enrollment for my husband (not sure if they need this)
10.) Pictures of us together with my family, don't have a lot with my friends though :(
11.) Notarized letters from family acknowledging our marriage

Don't think I am leaving anything out, but any information and/or advice would be greatly appreciated. Oh and add me to the November filers list I guess since I probably won't get an NOA until the first or so.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2011-10-21 08:36:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionApproval
I know this is a late reply, but thanks everyone for the congrats.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2012-08-05 23:20:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionApproval
Hey Everyone,

I am on a sky high right now. Hubby was approved for his IR and will be getting his 10yr greencard within the mail in 60 days.....I am so excited. Man and we just called USCIS on Friday and they threw out that bull of still working on August and prior to that applications. Whatever happened in between those few days, I am all for it because someone got on the ball. Won't be dealing with immigration for 10yrs or until Aziz decides he wants to do his citizenship soon. My guess he will hold off for a while.
CasandraYounesFemaleMorocco2012-07-05 22:40:00