Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Sent out I-129f today.....	Congratulations - it feels good to send it out....	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-09-22 10:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	VISA attorney / document completion service in Florida?	I did everything by myself and live in Florida...do you want to give me a thousand dollars to fill out the paperwork for you?	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-09-30 08:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Do I need to send original copy of Birth certificate.		bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-03 06:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Help me with the G325A, Please	You know, I think I forgot to acknowledge when I was unemployed (during study abroads in college). However, I was lucky and we didn't get an RFE. Check over everything - and good luck.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-08 06:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Marriage to foreigner	I know plenty of situations where people have gotten married for the green card... It makes me very angry because so many of us fight to marry our loved one. But there is only so much that the USCIS can do...if they're too strict then the honest ones would have an even WORSE time.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-08 06:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Proof of Relationship	I think it is better to send a little bit of each. We sent 6 pictures, 5 emails + translations, a birthday card + translation, a phone bill, used calling cards, AMEX receipt showing purchase of on-line PIN number (for phone calls), a letter from a friend talking about our love, a hotel receipt + translation (w/ business card).... But we both had so much more since we're quite sentimental!! At the interview we were loaded with proof but were only asked to see pictures... The above does not include proof of meeting.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-13 09:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Pictures	As far as I know, in Brazil they are. I made a giant scrapbook that my husband and I showed (and explained to) the CO behind the glass - so there is no way he could have had them. If you think the CO may keep them, don't do what I did....	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-15 06:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Foreign Birth Cert. and Police Reports	The police records are only for the interview - but my husband and I sent in his BC with the initial packet. We did that to "show" who he - to kind of verify everything we included with the I-129F.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-19 05:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Evidence of vists !!!	QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Oct 22 2007, 06:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> From the K-1 guide here on VJ: Color Photo's of you and your fiance(e) together. Make sure you write your names, date, and location on the back of every photo. Provide two to five photo's. If you only have a single copy of the photo, then make a color copy and send that. If it is a digital photo, have it printed at a company such as kodakgallery.com. You can also make duplicates of photo's at your local photo store (Walgreeens, CVS, etc). Place photo's in a plastic bag or photo sheet and label the sheet. Note that you may not receive originals of photo's back. That is exactly what we did - and we only sent in 6 pictures from a 2-year span. No problems...	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-22 05:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Visit USA		bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-08 06:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Fiance Visa denial	When my husband was still in Brazil we communicated on the phone, through e-mail, webcam, MSN, and snail mail.... However, I only sent a bit of each - in fact, we only sent 5 emails (+ translations) - and that was over a couple of years, so don't worry about that. Make sure that you both love each other and want to spend the rest of your lives together.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-20 09:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Can fiance travel within U.S. on K-1?	Your fiance can use his/her passport as an ID - or their DL once they have it. You can also go on road trips - which can be fun!	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-26 06:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	My proof of having met, is this sufficient?	OP, looks good. I sent something similar: Copy of Brazilian visas from passport Copy of stamped entries into Brazil Copy of teaching certificate from Brazil Copy of both sides of Brazilian residency card with translation Copy of Flight Coupons and the itinerary from last trip Receipt from hotel and business card with translation Pictures (6) from 2004 until the present This was only for proof of meeting - I sent more for proof of ongoing relationship.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-27 15:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Getting married immediately for AOS	My husband's EAD was approved in less than 90 days - but we did make two infopasses (which may have helped). His AOS however has not been updated since May...	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-10-31 13:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	How will you know if you passed your Medical examination?	We knew my husband had "passed" because he knew the results of his blood test as well as the TB test. I mean, he doesn't have a disease... so there is no reason for him to "fail".	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-02 06:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Driver's License	In Florida my husband was able to get a DL that is valid for a year by presenting his NOA from the AOS. Otherwise, his DL would have only been valid as long as the I-41 is (90 days). Now he's still waiting for his GC, but he can drive as long as he has his EAD (which he does).	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-10 18:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Proof of ongoing relationship	Send what you have - it's ok that you send less than 10 e-mails, and it is good that they're from over the last 2.5 years. I had TONS of e-mails saved, but I only sent 5 and a couple were from my husband. I would, if I were you, focus more on your communication with your fiance, and not as much as the in-laws, since you're proving your relationship with your fiance - not the parents. You can send copies of your phone bills, your e-mails and packages...	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-12 07:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Where do I start?????	QUOTE (mich3218 @ Nov 20 2007, 10:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hello. I don't even know where to begin - my fiance is a refugee from Afghanistan under the UN and currently living in Sweden, waiting for his passport (we have no idea how long it will take, he has applied)...he has lived in Sweden for 3 years (prior to that he was living in India).....I met him through dear friends. Is it possible to apply for him to come to USA even if he does not have citzenship in Sweden or is it best for us to wait for his passport even if it takes forever? We are frusterated since we've know idea how long it will be before we can be together - and holidays in Europe are costly! Any advice is welcome. Thanks and peace to all He'll need a passport.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-20 11:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Getting married before fiance visa approved	I don't understand why people set wedding dates when they know the K1 visa process has no REAL processing time.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-20 11:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Veiwing the Guides	QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Nov 21 2007, 09:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I used the example form here on VJ and didn't have any problems Actually, I have always used the example forms here on VJ as a guide I was worried about this, so I followed the guide and left blanks. But I also traveled to Brazil to attend my husband's interview and knew that if worst comes to worst I can redo it and have a notary at the consulate sign. But everything was fine...	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-21 13:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	What exactly does the "processing timeframe" on the USCIS website mean?	It doesn't mean much... USCIS is way off on their dates. They either take a lot less time - or a lot more... Sad but true.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-21 15:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Proof of having met in past two years	This is what I (the USC) sent: Copy of Brazilian visas from passport Copy of stamped entries into Brazil Copy of teaching certificate from Brazil Copy of both sides of Brazilian residency card with translation Copy of Flight Coupons and the itinerary from last trip Receipt from hotel and business card with translation Pictures (6) from 2004 to 2006 A lot of this is proof that I was in Brazil. We have TONS of pictures, but felt it only necessary to send a few. We also sent proof of ongoing relationship as well - that is the phone bill, 5 e-mails, letters, cards, etc....	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-24 18:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	What's the best time to call NVC?	I got through after 11:40 p.m. EST	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-25 10:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Necessary to go Back a Third time?	I can't tell you what to do - only what we did and why. I spent June & July of last year with my husband in Brazil. When I came back to the U.S. we sent out the K1 application (in early September). We both wanted to be together for Christmas/New Years like we had the years before. However, we decided it better to wait for me to meet my husband in Brazil for his March interview (we had an idea when it'd be but not the date yet) than for me to go in December. I couldn't do both because it's expensive! We spent 8 months apart - the longest time ever for us. I'm happy with our decision though because we met in Rio de Janeiro (a BEAUTIFUL city) a few days before the interview - and stayed a few more after my husband got his visa. The best was that we were together for the interview and together when he moved to the U.S. He didn't speak English and I was able to help him at the POE. I also wanted to be with him for this experience. My husband had to have his medical exam in Rio and I was there too (though it was a piece of cake). And like I said, we were together again after 8 months apart - and in Rio. We had a perfect (pre-) honeymoon for 10 days at the beach and sightseeing. It was my hubby's first time there too....	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-21 15:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Necessary to go Back a Third time?	QUOTE (MR2nice @ Nov 21 2007, 01:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm heading back next month to see my fiancee (only for 1 week). It will be my 3rd time within a year. I agree that it "can" help show a continuous relationship. I think so too, but there are other ways as well. I lived with my husband during the beginning of our relationship (but we met in Brazil so it was easier). I went back twice before we applied, and then although we REALLY wanted to spend another Christmas/New Years toghether, we decided to save our money (my personal days from work) for me to attend the interview. I think that when the USC attends the interview it proves a lot. The CO who interviewed us was happy knowing we had lived together in Brazil. The COs know that it is not always possible for either of us to travel to see each other as much as we want. That is why e-mails, letters, phone bills, gifts, pictures, etc. are important.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-21 13:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Necessary to go Back a Third time?	This is what I sent for proof of having met in the last two years (we also sent proof of ongoing relationship with it): Copy of Brazilian visas from passport Copy of stamped entries into Brazil Copy of teaching certificate from Brazil Copy of both sides of Brazilian residency card with translation Copy of Flight Coupons and the itinerary from last trip Receipt from hotel and business card with translation Pictures (6) from 2004 to 2006	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-21 11:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	noobie here (hello!) ... k1 process sent already	Welcome to VJ and Good Luck!! It's soooo worth the wait	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-25 10:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	touches after approval..	It's normal - I've read this happening a lot. My husband's EAD was touched a few days after too.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-25 15:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	A strange way to prove that you have met?	I lived with my husband (then boyfriend) in Brazil and we never mentioned that anywhere in our I-129F - since it wasn't asked and we didn't have bills in our names since we had roommates. However, at the interview my husband told the CO that we lived together and he seemed to like that answer.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-24 21:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	question on processing times	Oh wow, I didn't realize that CSC had slowed down (we applied last year). That makes me mad though because it's unfair to make people wait so long . Good luck!	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-25 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	still waiting	It's true - you wait and wait and wait and then BAM there it is out of the blue. I was thinking how it is unfair that the AOS takes so long (and yes I know it's easier now that we're together - been through K1). I got my snail mail today and our interview letter was there - sent out almost a week ago. Yet our case is still pending on-line (since May) and no touches since then either...no e-mail...NADA. I wish USCIS would get it together too. Good luck!!	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-26 18:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	i-129F QUESTION 18 EXAMPLES?	I think i wrote about 3- 4 paragraphs. Stick to details and leave out all of the lovely dovey stuff. Give dates and places.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-24 18:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	German Birth Certificate	We didn't need to have the BC translated until the AOS stage - but we did it right away to be safe. I decided to send his BC w/ the I-129F package too, to kind of "show" who my then fiance/now husband is. It was quick, easy, and cheap. I could have translated myself but USCIS said that someone else needed to do it - so I figured I'd CYA. At the consulate in Brazil you only need to translate documents NOT in English or Portuguese - looks like in Germany it's the same thing. Find out from them... You will need it to adjustment status so get it done.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-11-30 07:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Staying with fiancee during processing?	I agree with the others. In addition, this is such a stressful time, it's better to be together. It's also good if you can attend the interview - I went to be with my hubby for his.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-02 16:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	passport type photo for k1 visa?? walgreens good enough?	My hubby got his passport pics at Walgreens (Walmart didn't do passport pics - and this was in April).	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-02 17:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Best time to fill out Affidavit of Support? Employer letter?	I completed the I-134 in January '07 and the employer's letter in December '06 for a March '07 interview. I brought up to date pay stubs and my 2006 tax return/W2s with me to my hubby's interview.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-03 14:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Can I get away with planning a real wedding now?	I've read so many complaints from people who booked weddings and then had something happen during the process that made them miss the date (or think they will miss it). I'd suggest not setting any plans unless they were WAY in the future. Some people go to the courthouse and then have the wedding later. We planned ours (well my friends did!!!) in less than 6 weeks. But it was relatively small - intimate and amazing!	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-02 17:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	What we need to get married in the US	We only needed ID to get the marriage license in FL and then 3 days could get married (without a premarital course you have to wait a few days). We got married at a friend's house and the notary and two witnesses signed the license.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-03 14:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	File a K1 then wait out of country question	Yes....go to Thailand and enjoy!!	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-02 16:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Filling out the I-134...	I wrote it in and my employer name is four words...super long.	bora bora	Female	Brazil	2007-12-04 07:26:00