ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Help
Hey Gundas,

It seems we submitted our applications around the same time. I received my NOA1 April 22nd. I was hesitant to submit the I-129F, but I guess I don't need to do so.

QUOTE (gundas @ May 26 2009, 10:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (YuAndDan @ May 25 2009, 08:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Consider seriously the CR-1 visa.

You need to send a copy of I-130 NOA1 and the I-129F is another petition so needs a second set of G-325A forms.

guides6ly.gif http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k3guide

Note it you are in the deciding mode, do some research, USCIS has all but eliminated the reason the K-3 exists. K-3 was developed at a time when it was taking a LONG time to approve the I-130 for a spousal visa, K-3 allowed spouse to enter the USA and wait for I-130 approval before they could then move on and interview for a spousal visa or adjust status. Since USCIS has been tieing the I-129F and I-130 together for K-3 and approving them at the same time, this eliminates the whole reason for K-3 (Entry and waiting for I-130 approval). FORGET the K-3, you can get a CR1 spousal visa in just about the same time as K-3.

K-3:
I-130: $355
I-129F: NONE
Consulate: $131
Adjustment Of Status: $1010 I-485
($1496)

CR-1
I-130: $355
NVC I-864: $70
NVC Visa fee: $400 ($355+$45)
($825)

I see many posts from K-3 holders stating, "Wow this sucks, I am stuck at home because I don't have EAD, DL, etc, or I am having hard time getting added to bank accounts because of NO SSN." K-3 has a 90 day or longer period of limbo while waiting for EAD or Green-card.

K-3 was developed at a time when CR-1 was taking much longer that today, NVC and USCIS has greatly streamlined the CR-1 process to the point where K-3 becomes irrelevant.


Thanks for the help....might as well just stick to the I-130. I would have to send the G325 to the wife for signatures and would waste a week in doing that then.


AbdulMaleJordan2009-05-26 09:36:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Help
So that means we really don't need to submit the I-129F form. I can just wait until the I-130 gets processed. I thought at first it's required to submit the I-129F after receiving the NOA1. Can you please confirm?

Thanks,

--Abdul

QUOTE (YuAndDan @ May 25 2009, 09:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Consider seriously the CR-1 visa.

You need to send a copy of I-130 NOA1 and the I-129F is another petition so needs a second set of G-325A forms.

guides6ly.gif http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k3guide

Note it you are in the deciding mode, do some research, USCIS has all but eliminated the reason the K-3 exists. K-3 was developed at a time when it was taking a LONG time to approve the I-130 for a spousal visa, K-3 allowed spouse to enter the USA and wait for I-130 approval before they could then move on and interview for a spousal visa or adjust status. Since USCIS has been tieing the I-129F and I-130 together for K-3 and approving them at the same time, this eliminates the whole reason for K-3 (Entry and waiting for I-130 approval). FORGET the K-3, you can get a CR1 spousal visa in just about the same time as K-3.

K-3:
I-130: $355
I-129F: NONE
Consulate: $131
Adjustment Of Status: $1010 I-485
($1496)

CR-1
I-130: $355
NVC I-864: $70
NVC Visa fee: $400 ($355+$45)
($825)

I see many posts from K-3 holders stating, "Wow this sucks, I am stuck at home because I don't have EAD, DL, etc, or I am having hard time getting added to bank accounts because of NO SSN." K-3 has a 90 day or longer period of limbo while waiting for EAD or Green-card.

K-3 was developed at a time when CR-1 was taking much longer that today, NVC and USCIS has greatly streamlined the CR-1 process to the point where K-3 becomes irrelevant.


AbdulMaleJordan2009-05-25 21:54:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F after receiving NOA1
Hello,

I received the NOA1 on April 22nd 2009. I haven't sent the I-129F package yet. Is it necessary to do that step or not?

Thanks,

--Abdul
AbdulMaleJordan2009-05-25 22:18:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDocuments to submit along with N-400
Hello,

We are applying for the US citizenship for my wife. We need to send the N-400 form along with some other documents (Evidence of my citizenship, our marriage certificate and Tax returns, bank accounts, leases, mortgages, or birth certificates of children). Should these documents be the original ones or copies would be fine?

Thanks,
--Abdul
AbdulMaleJordan2012-11-20 09:11:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Girlfriend needs help extending her J1 Visa
My girlfriend came over from indonesia on a J1 visa. Her sponser was Mcdonalds and she was to work for them for a year. She completed her year contract for them and she wants to try to get an extension but she no longer works for Mcdonalds so she cannot use them as a sponser anymore to get an extension. What are some of her options. She is currently employed at another restuarant. Does she need to seek an attorney perhaps?
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-07-30 11:28:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie needs advice
QUOTE (alth @ Mar 10 2008, 11:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (redbeans @ Mar 7 2008, 10:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, I would like to introduce myself. I am a 31 year old male from the USA. My girlfriend is 38 and from Thailand. She has 2 children. We are tossing around the idea of marriage. I am not sure I am posting in the right forum but here goes. I have known my girlfriend for almost a year now. I met her during my travels through Thailand. She is not a bar girl. She has a job working at her brother in law's noodle business. She does not make very much money though, so she does not have much in terms of assets. I have been to see her in Thailand twice since meeeting. Right now the only way I get to see her is when I fly over from the States to see her. I plan on moving there to teach when I finish college. I work full time while attending school so I am running short on time to come visit her. I probobly have upwards of two years of school left. She wants to come see me here in the States and I want her to come but she cannot get a visa. We love eachother very much and plan on getting married one day anyway. I am traveling to meet her in Bangkok this thursday. I was wondering what exactly we would have to do if we were to get married during my stay. I will only be staying for nine days. We are not a hurry to get anything done. I will return alone and I was just wondering if we can complete the process with her there and me here or if anyone has any better ideas I'm game.

Hi, we were married on the third day after my husband arrived to Thailand on the second trip. Every step was done in one day. we did the same thing as John said. But the 3rd step at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs , we waited for about an hour or two and we paid extra. It was about 400 baht. then we went to the local government office and got marriage certificate.
Good luck
......................
10/07/2005 - met on line
01/21/2007 - first trip to Thailand
06/30/2007 - second trip to Thailand
07/02/2007 - got married in Bangkok
07/28/2007 - sent I-130
09/11/2007 - I-130 reached USCIS
09/13/2007 - status on line update
09/18/2007 - NOA1 received by mail
03/06/2008 - Touched
03/07/2008 – Touched



She and I are going to consult with Siam Legal about trying to get her a tourist visa(fat chance) or perhaps a K1. The thing is I want her to come see me but the kids need to stay in Thailand for school. I just do not want her to have to wait here for a green card for up to 8 months without seeing her girls. My boss is a tough customer when it comes to time off and I have my schooling. Maybe we will just have to wait until I finsh school. We will see. She and I will talk things over this week while I'm in Thailand. Thank you for the information. I am very happy for you!
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-10 12:28:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie needs advice
Thanks a lot John. You have been extremely helpful. I have requested a consultation with Siam Legal in Bangkok. I just have a feeling that some of the tasks on her end could be a bit overwhelming for her. I would like to have a professional handle the situation and guide her since I cannot be there to help. I will update you on our stuation after I return from this visit. You know the K1 would be the best option, because at least we will get to spend a significant amount of time together during her visit to the States to see if our relationship will actually work!

I guess I need to start keeping hotel reciepts and such for proof of our relationship, huh?
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-08 21:24:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie needs advice
QUOTE (rin and john @ Mar 8 2008, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (redbeans @ Mar 7 2008, 09:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, I would like to introduce myself. I am a 31 year old male from the USA. My girlfriend is 38 and from Thailand. She has 2 children. We are tossing around the idea of marriage. I am not sure I am posting in the right forum but here goes. I have known my girlfriend for almost a year now. I met her during my travels through Thailand. She is not a bar girl. She has a job working at her brother in law's noodle business. She does not make very much money though, so she does not have much in terms of assets. I have been to see her in Thailand twice since meeeting. Right now the only way I get to see her is when I fly over from the States to see her. I plan on moving there to teach when I finish college. I work full time while attending school so I am running short on time to come visit her. I probobly have upwards of two years of school left. She wants to come see me here in the States and I want her to come but she cannot get a visa. We love eachother very much and plan on getting married one day anyway. I am traveling to meet her in Bangkok this thursday. I was wondering what exactly we would have to do if we were to get married during my stay. I will only be staying for nine days. We are not a hurry to get anything done. I will return alone and I was just wondering if we can complete the process with her there and me here or if anyone has any better ideas I'm game.


For the logistics of getting married, the embassies website is a good place to start (see link below). If you marry in Thailand, the K1 is out, you would have to either apply for a K3 visa (non-immigrant) or a CR-1 (immigrant). I married in Thailand in October 2006 and Rin received her K3 visa 6 months to the day after we sent in the I-130 petition. Now K3's are taking substantially longer, so a CR-1 might be a better option.

http://bangkok.usemb...e/marriage.html

Step 1 is at the embassy, step 2 (translation) can be done on the same street. We talked to one that wanted 9,000 baht to handle everything (way too much). I just wanted the translation, so I could do step 3 myself, but one offered to translate and get the stamp (step 3) for an additional 1500 baht, so I let them. Just returned to their office two days later and picked up the form.

If you need more information, just let me know.

Goodluck!

John

Did you use any legal services? Also were you in Thailand with her during the whole process? I have to be here in the states so I was considering using legal assistance. Upon further investigation it just seems to me it may worth it for me to enlist the help of one of the law firms in Bangkok. Any suggestions? Also It may be more feasable and timely to go for a K1 visa and her and I can then marry in the US.
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-08 18:40:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie needs advice
Hi, I would like to introduce myself. I am a 31 year old male from the USA. My girlfriend is 38 and from Thailand. She has 2 children. We are tossing around the idea of marriage. I am not sure I am posting in the right forum but here goes. I have known my girlfriend for almost a year now. I met her during my travels through Thailand. She is not a bar girl. She has a job working at her brother in law's noodle business. She does not make very much money though, so she does not have much in terms of assets. I have been to see her in Thailand twice since meeeting. Right now the only way I get to see her is when I fly over from the States to see her. I plan on moving there to teach when I finish college. I work full time while attending school so I am running short on time to come visit her. I probobly have upwards of two years of school left. She wants to come see me here in the States and I want her to come but she cannot get a visa. We love eachother very much and plan on getting married one day anyway. I am traveling to meet her in Bangkok this thursday. I was wondering what exactly we would have to do if we were to get married during my stay. I will only be staying for nine days. We are not a hurry to get anything done. I will return alone and I was just wondering if we can complete the process with her there and me here or if anyone has any better ideas I'm game.
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-07 22:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I requet assistance from a law firm in Bangkok
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?
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-09 16:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I requet assistance from a law firm in Bangkok
Would her children be enough proof to prove that she is not planning on emigrating? She lives with her sister and brother in law and does not have much money in the bank.

Edited by redbeans, 09 March 2008 - 01:37 PM.

redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-09 13:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I requet assistance from a law firm in Bangkok
She might have a hard time getting a tourist visa as she does not have much money or anything to help prove that she does not intend on emigrating. I have heard a tourist visa in Thailand is hard to come by. We do love each other and we planned on getting married anyway. We just might marry sooner so we can see each other more frequently. As far as the children are concerned, I believe it would be better if they continued their education in Thailand because they may experience culture shock and be overwhelmed by trying to fit in at an all english speaking school.
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-09 13:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I requet assistance from a law firm in Bangkok
Sorry I forgot to mention that we are considering applying for a K1 Visa.
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-09 13:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I requet assistance from a law firm in Bangkok
I am going to visit my girlfriend again this Thursday. We are meeting in Bangkok. The only time I get to see her is when I fly over from the states. We love each other very much and want to get married so she can come see me in the states. I work full time and attend school full time so my schedule makes it hard for me to make time to see her. She has more time on her hands so it would be nice if she could come visit me in the states as freely as I can travel to see her. I plan on moving to Thailand to teach as soon as I finish up with school (about 1.5 to 2 years away). I am 31 and she is 38. She has been divorced for 5 years and has documentation to prove it. She has 2 daughters, one 14 and one 6. We do not want to bring the kids over at this point, we just want to make it more convenient for us to spend time together. She lives about 240km north of Bangkok and works for her sister and brother in law. Her english is a work in progress, and I just think that the paperwork and tasks required on her end could overwhelm her. I am considering requesting a consultation next week with a law firm in Bangkok to assist us. Can anyone give me some advice as to if it would be beneficial and if so maybe a reccomendation of a good firm or lawyer?
redbeansFemaleIndonesia2008-03-09 12:56:00