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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp Meeee
QUOTE (Kazan @ Jan 12 2008, 03:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I never sent a call record or even one single e-mail. Approved without issue. They are all secondary evidence. Personally, I would not sweat it. The real proof is in the travel tickets, passport stamps, etc. The evidence you have really physically met.



QUOTE (Tanjay @ Jan 12 2008, 03:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Stars @ Jan 12 2008, 03:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I need to print the emails from my boyfriend and the chat logs as part of the proof for a bonafide relationship when I mail the I-129F. I have over 400 emails from my boyfriend, and very lengthy chat logs. Must I print everrrrrrrything? Help! wacko.gif

I thought about putting everything together into a binder with dividers with different subject so that it may become easier for the USCIS to view them. Will this be fine? Anyone has a better solution?

Thank you all!!


I don't think you need to send USCIS emails or chats yet. They just need proof of your meeting each other within the last 2 years. Maybe, there are new requirements now. You do need those later for your interview.


yap good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-12 19:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForm I-143
there really isn't a right or wrong way to answer this question. you can answer it like the guide shows on VJ,
N/A ( K-1 Visa for permanent resident)
or you can check do intent. I wrote " all support as neccesary"
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-13 15:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion 10 on I-129F
only need to check the box birth in USA good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-13 16:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures:help: k2 vissa
QUOTE (vic&el4ever @ Jan 14 2008, 08:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We just got our appointment date for our son and it coming very soon. We dont know yet what really are the requirements. And we dont even receive the packet from them.
Please help us.. we are running out of time. the appointment will be on Jan. 29 - feb. 6.

If theres a new updated form for affidavit of support.. pls give us the link too..

any help is appreciated

thanx,

vic & el


it's basically the same requirements as the Fiance Visa Appointment Packet. DS Forms the same, except DS-156k is not needed. Child under 16 does not need an NBI Clearance.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-14 15:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa forms
US Dept of State http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/forms/
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-16 18:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of support question.
do not make any changes to the I-134 since it is notarized. as YunandDan points out the I-134 is used for many types of nonimmigrant visas. for K-1's, I don't think there is a right or wrong answer. for mine, I checked do intend and wrote all expenses as needed. I don't think you have anything to worry about. good.gif

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 17 December 2007 - 02:35 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-12-17 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow long does it take to get a passport in P.I.
QUOTE (rick&gaye @ Jan 20 2008, 01:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hi again, this link might help


good link good.gif the switch to machine readable passport why takes longer now.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-20 16:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow long does it take to get a passport in P.I.
QUOTE (rick&gaye @ Jan 20 2008, 01:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jc1b @ Jan 21 2008, 04:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Seattle2Cebu @ Jan 20 2008, 03:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Anybody know how long it takes for a person in the philippines to get their passport??



Hello they have 3 days 750peso and 5 days 500peso.


I recently applied for passport renewal for myself and applied also for my 2 kids (both 1st time passport applicants) @ Davao City DFA office

processing time has changed:
500 pesos is for 25 working days (in our case it is even 26 days coz we filed january 14 and releasing date is february 19, we're not in a hurry though, so it is ok blush.gif ) and this is for 32 pages, not the 44pages that is stated on the DFA website

750pesos for 14 working days

and 1000+ pesos something for the expedited processing, i forgot the exact amount nor the exact processing days for this one

but then again maybe this is just the case in Davao. To be sure, just let your fiancee call the DFA office in her area. The Philippine DFA website doesn't offer a comprehensive guide on rate and processing time:(


my wife is from Davao. guess it's slowed down since she got her's back in '06.
regional offices... http://www.dfa.gov.p...nsular/rco2.htm
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-20 16:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa Kits???
QUOTE (flyguy26 @ Jan 22 2008, 01:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ZeeNusah @ Jan 22 2008, 04:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
No kit needed. Just follow the guides on VJ and you should be fine good.gif



I agree....good luck on your visajourney!! good.gif


good.gif and the best part, it's free...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-22 16:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion 1-295f
QUOTE (jixel057 @ Jan 27 2008, 11:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just wanted to check about the birth certificate number.
10. My citizenship was acquired through (check one)
Birth in the U.S. - Naturalization
Give number of certificate, date and place it was issued.

Do I put the red # above the state of texas seal or the registrar's file #?
Also, for the date part, do I put down the date recieved by local registrar?

Thanks for any help! Just worried about rfe's.

Thanks so much,
Hannah


leave that box blank if you were born in the USA. that's only for those who are naturalized citizens.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-27 14:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust starting out
best of luck good.gif be sure to check out the Philippine Forum.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-28 20:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFASTEST FEDEX,LBC OR DHL
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 4 2007, 10:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (archie07 @ Nov 4 2007, 09:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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Wrong direction. The OP asked about shipping from the PI to USA. DHL is reliable and much less expensive than FedEx but both are fine.


agree good.gif my wife used DHL a couple of time sending to me from the Philippines.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-11-05 19:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnew bie here i need help
1. if the case of my daughter, my wife couldn't find the vaccinations of our daughter, so the vaccinations were regiven.
the Doctor at St Lukes will decide which vaciinations will be given if you do not have any records. the good thing is they are included in the cost of the medical.

3. the CRBA would have to be done ater the birth of the child. http://manila.usemba...v/wwwha003.html
since you are not married to the father, I do not believe the child could have the father's last name. under Philippine Family Law, the child would have your last name.

as suggested by pushbrk, I would also post your questions in the Philippine Forum. you should get more answers to your question there.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-02 15:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK2 visa...
probably will depend on age of the child. our daughter, who was 10 years old the time of the interview was asked one question by the CO, " How old are you?"
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-14 13:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK2 visa for my daughter
QUOTE (Roselinda @ Feb 17 2008, 09:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Roselinda @ Feb 17 2008, 05:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
ok! my 18 year old daughter who we placed on our application has now decided to stay and finish college and be with her boyfriend....(puppy love) aww!

anyway. what do we do now?

of course i would've loved for her to come with us and my SO is real upset although he knows she's a young lady and it's her choice.

do we notify USCIS and try to get her removed or do we just go through the process?

she says if it's easier for us she'll just go ahead with the interview and medical and stuff.

do you think this is the best idea?

at least that way if she changes her mind she can come over when she feels like right? wacko.gif


ok. i think i meant K3 visa........soooo confusing


no, you were correct. if your K-1, your daughter would be K-2 good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-17 12:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK2 visa for my daughter
QUOTE (Roselinda @ Feb 17 2008, 09:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
ok! my 18 year old daughter who we placed on our application has now decided to stay and finish college and be with her boyfriend....(puppy love) aww!

anyway. what do we do now?

of course i would've loved for her to come with us and my SO is real upset although he knows she's a young lady and it's her choice.

do we notify USCIS and try to get her removed or do we just go through the process?

she says if it's easier for us she'll just go ahead with the interview and medical and stuff.

do you think this is the best idea?

at least that way if she changes her mind she can come over when she feels like right? wacko.gif


no need to notify USCIS. If she goes ahead with the medical and interview, she would have six months to enter the USA. the K-2 visa can not be extended. if it might be longer than six months, then probably would be better to wait. you'll have up to one year from the date your k-1 visa is issued to have the K-2 visa issued.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-17 12:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureson process of AOS need help going back to Philippines
as far the interview for K-2 in Manila, it's basically the same as a K-1. the DS- 156k will not be needed. also an NBI Clearance is not needed if your child is under the age of 16.
best of luck with the interview. good.gif it should be a breeze..
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-25 14:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures2 year limit for K-1?
QUOTE (lhamilt @ Feb 24 2008, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello,

My SO and I are planning to file for a K-1 visa. When I looked at the instructions for the I-129F form, it says you "have met in person within two years before your filing of this petition".

Does this mean that you cannot have met the person further in advance of two years? Or that you have simply met at least once within two years before filing? I ask because my SO and I met in March 19, 2006, but we have been flying to see each other every four to eight weeks since then. We're wondering if we need to rush and get our paperwork submitted by March 19, 2008.

Thanks,
lhamilt


yes.gif good.gif no rush to file, but the sooner you are able to, the sooner you'll be together forever...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-24 18:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I requet assistance from a law firm in Bangkok
QUOTE (redbeans @ Mar 9 2008, 02:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I believe that a tourist visa is what we should shoot for. I am just not sure she has enough evidence to show that she does not plan on emigrating. Will leaving her two kids behind be enough?


probably not.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-03-09 18:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresImmigration attorney
QUOTE (FG Ben @ Mar 10 2008, 08:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I think I'm gonna, I met with an attorney today and he quoted me $3400 including all fees, $1500 upfront flus the $455 initial filing fees and $240 a month. The only thing that I'm trying to figure out is the timeline for filing in Texas - Austin/Dallas area. This guy told me 10-11 months.... thats crazy, I was thinking it was more like 4-6 months total.


take a look at VJ's timeline for Brazil to get an idea of how long will take.

http://www.visajourn...t...il&dfile=No
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-03-10 22:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion regarding NOA2 and 90 day timeframe
that's the validity of the I-129f approval. after you've received your visa, the 90 days you've referred to starts when you enter the USA.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-03-24 21:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo children need a medical exam?
her son will also need to have a medical exam at St. Lukes.
http://manila.usemba...v/wwwh3218.html
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-03-30 14:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWe just met once in person
I visited my then fiance twice before submitting the petition. after submitting the petition, I was unable to visit her again. it was 16 months from the time we were last together till her interview. for the interview, she didn't have any emails, snail mails or chat logs to use as evidence. we socked it to em with page after page of phone records of almost daily phone calls.
the important thing is to have solid evidence, in whatever form it may be, of a genuine ongoing relationship.
you should be fine. good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-03-31 15:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresletter of intent of marriage
many have used the sample here in VJ

http://www.visajourn...r_of_Intent.doc
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-04-16 15:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1 and k2 change status total cost
AOS for K-2 under 14 filing with parent, $600 each.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-02-09 18:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 VISA AND KIDS
my K-2 situation in Manila was different from yours. I suggest you post this in the Philippine Forum so you can get feedback from members who have or have had a similar situation.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-04-22 13:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat if my fiance doesn't know something?
I know this isn't related to your question and your still early in the process. once you've submitted your petition, you might want her to look into her getting a police certificate from where she lived in Japan. It will be required for the visa interview in Manila if she lived in Japan for more than six months. It's something that might take some time, which is why I'm mentioning it now.
best of luck with your visa journey.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-08-14 18:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A and I-129F forms
QUOTE (PeterFB @ May 18 2008, 03:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If Mobilecaller.com is like most carding cards, you will have the ability to print out your call log and phone statement from their website. You need to log into your account online and see.


unfortunately, Mobilecaller does not have call logs.

for Vietnam, the Embassy is in Hanoi. there is a consulate in Ho Chi Minh City. perhaps Peter or someone who went thru Vietnam can give a definative answer.

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 18 May 2008 - 06:02 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-05-18 18:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A and I-129F forms
QUOTE (raymondv @ May 18 2008, 03:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks a lot.
you guys are expert good.gif

few more questions.
i bought calling cards from mobilecaller.com and of course i have no phone bill but i do have bank statement when i buy the card. the charge appeared mobilecaller.com on the bank statement. in this case, i submit them the bank statement and explain to them? I wonder if mobilecaller has my phone bill if i request them
we don't use email. we chat via yahoo messenger everyday that's why we don't email to each other. i explain them this as well?we have picture taken together

ps: i never married before


I do not think that you need to submit that with the 129F Petition. that's the type of evidence you'll need for the interview. you mention you have photo with you together. If you have photos that also have family or friends, you might what to include them in your package.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-05-18 17:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129f and k2 question
on the question about B/C, if you mean question 10 on the I-129f, you leave the box blank below where you check born in USA. the daughter definately can come at the same time. good.gif that's what we did. the one year you refer to is the time allowed to follow to join.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-06-07 01:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129f and k2 question
to start, the daughter just needs to be listed on the I-129f. when the time comes for the interview, they will be separate visa applications. are you planning for the daughter to come at the same time or follow to join?
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-06-07 01:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresX-ray and vaccination not asked for at POE?!
QUOTE (Zipper @ Jun 7 2008, 04:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi everyone,
I just got through IAH as my POE last tuesday, with my K1 visa.
I've given the immigration officier the brown enveloppe, but i've missed to give them the white one unsure.gif that contain the chest xray and the vaccination form filled by the doctor before the interview at the embassy.
should i call them to see if i have to send it to them or just keep it for AOS?Thank you for your answer good.gif
Zippo


the vast majority of time these are not asked for at the POE. save the Vaccination form for AOS.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-06-07 18:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed advise on Documents needed for K-2 visa
QUOTE (Lance27 @ Jan 12 2008, 03:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes.


not necessarily.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-12 18:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed advise on Documents needed for K-2 visa
If you were not married to the biological father of the children, then the children would be illegitamite, thus under the Philippine Family Code you have full and sole cusody the children. I would suggest posting this in the Philippines Forum. there might be someone who has had a similar situation.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-01-12 18:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS 230
QUOTE (Manasa Krishna @ Jun 15 2008, 09:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Haole @ Jun 15 2008, 12:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (lokashadow04 @ Jun 15 2008, 06:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone,

I really love this site,really helps me a lots...i learned and for all the nice tips and guidlines,,thank you soo much...btw...iam confused if i have to sign or fill up the DS 230??iam applying for k1/k2 visa...

thanks & God bless to all

Nope! That's mainly for CR and IR visas.
You'll fill out 2 DS 156, 1 DS 156K and 2 DS 157s.

It depends. Some consulated do. Only DS230 part1. (K1 applicant is also considered as an immigrant-that is the reason. I had to at Chennai, India for my K3 which is similar to K1)


Manila does not use the DS-230 for K Visas

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 15 June 2008 - 12:25 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-06-15 12:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresaffidavit of support questions
no need for cosponsor with the income you have stated. no need to use assets. a credit check is not part of the process for Affidavit of Support. ITR's and W-2's are used as evidence of income. you'll be fine good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-07-03 15:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK2 Visas for child left behind...
QUOTE (rin and john @ Jul 6 2008, 11:15 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (chuckb @ Jul 6 2008, 01:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My wife and children came to the US on K1 and K2 visas three years ago. They have all the papers in order, and are Permanent Residents with the Conditional Status removed. The problem is that there is another child (under 18) that stayed behind. She did not get a K2 Visa because at the time she wished to stay behind. She was listed on the original paperwork, and the Officer at both interviews made a big deal about ensuring she was acknowledged as my wifes child.

Now she wants to come here and live. How do we go about it?

None of the information I've reviewed really covers this situation. Anything close to it is conflicting...

Anyone out there with any experience in this area?

Chuck B.


The K2 is derivative status from the K1. I would doubt the DHS would allow her to enter the US with it after 3 years (the K1/K2 visa has a 6 month validity from issuance). Even the "follow to join" for a K2 or K4 has to occur within 12 months of the K1/K3 it is derived from.

The process now would be to file a I-130 (petition for relative - check the forum on bringing relatives of US citizens). You can file it as the US citizen as they do not differentiate between a natural child or stepchild when filing.

John


yap good.gif K-2 is no longer an option. need to file an I-130.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-07-06 13:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-2?
QUOTE (victor&nata @ Jul 10 2008, 12:32 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Here is what you have to do if your fiancee wants to travel to US to marry you without her child. Once you get married in US you can file I-485 and you have to file I-131 for her to travel outside US prior to her I-485 approval. As long as she comes back to Russia within one year she can get a K-2 issued for the child and travel back to US. That is the trick K-2 visa can only be issued within one year of K-1 issuance. Good Luck.


good.gif allow for time to schedule the interview. the visa has to be actually issued within one year of the date the K-1 was issued, I agree with Haole, much easier to bring the child with the mom. you can never replace the time lost while separated.
one thing you hear people mention, one of the hardest parts of the process is having to be separated from their fiance. can only imagine how hard it will be for a mom to be separated from their child. guess people will decide what they feel is best for their situation
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-07-10 02:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-2?
QUOTE (Haole @ Jul 9 2008, 10:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If moms get her green card the child loses the right to follow.
MUCH better for moms to bring the child with her.
Doing it distance is a ######.


I believe that applys to K-4.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-07-10 02:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChildren and K1 Visa
the child would be applying for the K-2 Visa and would require a medical exam. I brought my step-daughter here on a K-2 Visa from the Philippines, so not familar with procedures for Juarez, Mexico. perhaps someone who has been thru there can give you some info. you might also want to check the info on the Juarez Consulate website.
http://ciudadjuarez....v/wwwhivfm.html
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-10 18:38:00