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US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI 864 when you dont make enough money

You are better off getting a co-sponsor in order to be on safe side.

I know i have to get a joint-sponser which will be my stepfather that live i the same household as me. but even with a joint sponser i think i still have to give my tax information along with the joint sponsor
Thanks
Alamir0115




yes you will need to provide information. I am not sure of the process when the joint-sponor lives in the same place, There will be others here that can help you more with that. But check on the IRS site here

http://www.irs.gov/t...pics/tc156.html

to request transcripts so you don't need to worry about W-2's

Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-25 00:30:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI 864 when you dont make enough money
I don't have answers for most of your questions since I have not filled the form out myself yet. But I do know this. In the instructions it states that you only need your w-2's if ou are submitting a photocopy of your taxes. If you go to the IRS website you can download a form to request those tax transcripts free of charge (i think for the last 3 years). The I-864 says that you don't need the W-2's if you submit those.
It was a pretty quick return to get those forms back too, within a couple weeks I think.

If you think you don't make enough money, then read the information about using a joint-sponsor for the I-864 (on the forms instructions)

Good Luck on the rest of it.
Sue

Edited by GrenadianCrix, 24 April 2007 - 07:21 PM.

GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-24 19:19:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWe got our VISA :D
Congrats!
sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-25 16:20:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionadditional sponsor

Hey Sue,
I was just told by someone at the embassy that your "joint sponsor" is supposed to fill out the I-864 form with will need to be accompanied by a copy of their recent IRS income tax return.



Chandra, It sounds like you got some bad information.
In regards to a K-1 visa, the I-864 is filled out at the time of AOS...not the interview. For Barbados you will need the I-134. This is standard in most embassies and definatly the process in Barbados. I have already received packet 3 from them and it requires the I-134 form. The I-864 refers to a second sponsor as a 'joint sponsor' but the I-134 makes no mention of it. You may have an additional person submit an I-134 if you don't meet the requirements (which neither of us can given our volunteer status).
I hope this doesn't slow you down too much.
By the way, nice to hear from you, hope all is well.
Sue

Edited by GrenadianCrix, 05 May 2007 - 03:01 PM.

GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-05 15:00:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionadditional sponsor

The idea for putting the co or joint sponsor documents in a sealed envelope is an old one.. and not so much a suggestion as an "it's OK to do this if the joint sponsor doesn't want the immigrant to see all his/her financials'. The CO then becomes the only one reviewing the documents.

Not a requirement or suggested action, simply a possibility IF the co or joint sponsor prefers it.




Thanks!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-22 00:07:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionadditional sponsor
I have an additional sponsor for my non-USC fiance. I know I need to fill out an I-134 myself but since I will not meet any criteria we have an additional sponsor.

My question is, when the sponsor sends the filled out and notarized I-134 form to my fiance for the interview, do they need to be put into a sealed and signed envelope? Or can it all just be clipped together and put in with all the rest of the forms.
I remember seeing this somewhere, but I can't seem to find it in a search. I just need to advise the person on how to compile the form and supporting documentation.
Thanks a bunch
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-21 11:46:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionPacket 3/4 Received
Congrats on the date....and Good Luck!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-25 16:24:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEvidence of relationship

I cannot imagine an interviewing officer would care much to read your long sappy letter. Focus instead on the task at hand - proving your relationship. Photos, cards, receipts/itineraries from trips taken together, letters from friends, etc. Proof that you live in the same country will also be somewhat useful.

ok
thanks for the ideas, I didn't really want to write that letter anyway.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-07 21:38:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEvidence of relationship

I was hoping for some suggestions on what evidence to use for my fiance's upcoming interview. The problem is that we don't have any phone/chat logs since I am living in his country and I see him face to face everyday (that in itself is no problem at all!) but it makes it hard to get anything to show a relationship. I have gone to st. Lucia once since our petition was approved, and have most of my boarding passes (the airline workers love tearing those things up!) and the itinerary for e-tickets. I have evidence that i'm in the country, such as bank statements and rent/utility receipts. But that doesn't show much on relationship.
So it looks like I only have boarding passes and photo's. Any other suggestions?
Sue

and I won't be able to make it to his interview myself, stuck at work!


If you live together, the lease in both your names could be proof. Any cards or letters you've given each other. Photos certainly. He can take a copy of your passport, or visa documentation, showing your presence in his country. That's all I can think of...
Good luck on the upcoming interview.

-P


Thanks
I'll be sure to send our valentine's day cards!
Unfortunatly he is not on my lease as I am a peace corps volunteer and we are not allowed to share an apartment with anyone. So no joint accounts in any thing.
I was wondering what would happen if I wrote a long sappy letter to the interviewing officer...don't know if they even care, but I guess it wouldn't hurt.
I've been trying to be creative, and it's coming up a bit silly.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-07 20:20:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEvidence of relationship
I was hoping for some suggestions on what evidence to use for my fiance's upcoming interview. The problem is that we don't have any phone/chat logs since I am living in his country and I see him face to face everyday (that in itself is no problem at all!) but it makes it hard to get anything to show a relationship. I have gone to st. Lucia once since our petition was approved, and have most of my boarding passes (the airline workers love tearing those things up!) and the itinerary for e-tickets. I have evidence that i'm in the country, such as bank statements and rent/utility receipts. But that doesn't show much on relationship.
So it looks like I only have boarding passes and photo's. Any other suggestions?
Sue

and I won't be able to make it to his interview myself, stuck at work!

Edited by GrenadianCrix, 07 May 2007 - 08:02 PM.

GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-07 19:59:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Questions and Advice

Very nice information.

I will add one question that was asked of me during my K-1 interview in Montreal. After going through the list of questions about my fiance and our relationship, the interviewer paused, looked at me for a minute and then said "So, what do you want me to do?" I was somewhat taken aback and answered (feeling uncomfortably bold in doing so) "I want you to approve my application and give me my K-1 visa". He kept looking at me, waited a bit more, then asked "Are you sure?", and I replied "Yes, I am". He looked at me a bit longer, then looked down at the paperwork and said 'OK". I really got the impression that he was expecting me to say "No I am not sure" or something ridiculous like that. I have no idea what he was trying to accomplish, nor do I think there was anything in my demeanour to suggest anything otherwise than approving the visa, so I am left just believing he was wondering why an older Canadian with a successful life and career in Canada would be willing to give it up and move to the southern US - it was all I could think of.

So, maybe adding some sort of statement that you may be quizzed about what you really want to happen and be prepared to stand your ground rather than become uncertain and confused by the question might also be of use.



What an interesting question...I guess I would more expect that to be given to someone who appears immature and timid...doesn't fit your description too much.
Funny things that must go on in peoples heads
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-12 22:01:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Questions and Advice
Thanks CountryBoy,
I'm cutting an pasting it now so I can type in all the answers for my fiance.
I hope he can remember all this stuff!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-12 21:15:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionfax tax transcripts
The tax transcripts I received from IRS are black and white...no other color anywhere. The copies are identical.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-12 19:59:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionadditional sponsor for K-2's
bump....
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-14 15:31:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionadditional sponsor for K-2's
ok, I have a question.
My fiance has three children that we are trying to get to immigrate (follow-to-join). We are getting ready for the interview at the Embassy. We have two sponsors lined up. One will sponsor my fiance and his oldest daughter. the second will sponsor my fiance's two younger daughters.
i will of course file one also, but I do not meet the requirements at this time.
On the form for the sponsor for the two youngest girls. The form asks to fill in a name and data for

"This affidavit is executed on behalf of the following person:"

then there are lines for spouse or child.

what do you put if the parent is not being sponsored by this sponsor?
If I put the parents name, it looks like this sponsor is sponsoring all three.
do you just leave the top blank (this doesn't seem reasonable)
but if I put one of the girls up there, it won't allow me to put the other on this form as the sister would not be considered a child.
Should I have the sponsor file two forms? one for each daughter?

Help please...we just realized this issue and we really need to finish the form fast.
Thanks in advance
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-13 21:25:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionVISA APPROVED!!!!!!!!!
How wonderful!
Enjoy the final preparations before you are finally together.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-10 16:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionplease help me again guys!!! im really getting confuse now
Have them both fill out their own individual forms, gather needed documentation, get them notarized separately etc.

for example, I am the USC, I don't make enough money to sponsor my fiance myself. Therefore I am filing an I-134 but I also have a relative filing an additional I-134. Both of these forms will be brought to the Embassy interview with my fiance.

I can't speak for your Embassy, but it sounds like your husband is close, but your MIL does meet the implied criteria of 125% poverty line income. So that is very likely to make them happy.

Good Luck

Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-13 16:04:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionplease help me again guys!!! im really getting confuse now
I know you have already gone to the embassy and they wern't happy with what you brought. But if I remember correctly, last time, your husband was not working at all and your MIL could not show sufficient income for all the people in the house. At that time your husband was also living with MIL. (correct me if I'm wrong)

So, as far as chosing the second sponsor, it doesn't matter if the person is related to the USC or not. They will not be the primary petitioner, so there aren't the same family requirements. From the information I have gathered from Embassy staff in Barbados is that they do look at the likelyhood the sponsor will actually kick in any money if needed. So in that light, a more distant relative is not as desirable.

The I-134 doesn't have any place to combine income for people living in the same house, but the I-864 does (a separate form to report this). So it seems like it might be safe using the MIL with a newly raised income on her own form. Also, your huband would have to fill out a form by himself regardless of the income he makes. I can't say whether the Embassy WILL or WILL NOT accept this, but it seems to meet the implied criteria of the I-134.

I hope this helps....but I would still consult others, and maybe an attorney with exprience with your countries Embassy.

Sue

Edited by GrenadianCrix, 12 May 2007 - 03:32 PM.

GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-12 15:29:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionPacket 3 question
One thing that may be good to apply for now is the non-USC's plice certificates. In some countries it can take up to 4 months to get one back. I know that is holding us up in sending back our packet 3. Also birth certificates for the non-USC fiance (as Tims Daisy mentioned) and also long form certificates for any children for K-2 visa's. If you are using an additional sponsor for the I-134, you may want to have them ready to fill it all out...they will need to gather tax transcripts and such (if your embassy requires this documentation, mine does). If you look on the DS-156K form, it lists documentation that needs to be brought to the interview. That's a good place to start too. Be careful on some of this stuff though, some are only good for a year. So research your USCIS timeline and your Embassy timeline so you don't jump the gun on any of these things.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-15 16:55:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionFinally -- THE INTERVIEW
Souds like you did a great job, I'm sure Yeli is very proud of you and your limited spanish.
Congrats on the approval, enjoy making your plans to be together.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-16 08:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionLira's Thread
Congrats Chad,
Lira is a rock star!

happy house cleaning.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-09 11:52:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionSavings and I-134
the I-134 is submitted at the interview at the embassy...that may be why you haven't received a reply here in the USCIS area.

That being said, if the salary/income is sufficient to meet the requirements (use the I-864 for a guideline) then there is no need to list any other assets.

Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-28 20:52:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionShazia's Thread - Need all your prayers
even more reason to drink...er....water.
(or scotch and water)
maybe some good games of solitaire?
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-28 23:47:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionShazia's Thread - Need all your prayers
it might be hard to answer the phone while standing on your head....but if it gets you through the wait...go for it.
are you playing some music?
that might help...pretend you are at karaoke...and sing into your hairbrush
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-28 23:42:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionShazia's Thread - Need all your prayers
My thoughts are with you both.
I'm sure she'll be fine once she gets in there and the anticipation is over.
Good Luck!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-28 21:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionObtaining Police Certificates in Canada
Whatever you do, avoid getting the fingerprint check. If someone tells you that is the way to go, find someone else to do the check for you. (unless you have a criminal history).
We have been waiting for over 7 months for our RCMP check, we had to do it that way as my fiance no longer resides in Canada. The four months is from when they enter it into the computer...which took almost 4 months alone.
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-10-23 22:19:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionAnyone get an RCMP fingerprint check?
QUOTE (Nini & Bee @ Sep 6 2007, 04:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (GrenadianCrix @ Sep 6 2007, 01:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm not posting this in the Canada forum because Canadians don't usually need to go through this process while living in Canada.


Actually, all Canadians who are going through at least the K1 process are required to obtain a police certificate for their consulate interview. Most of the time one can get a basic name check which takes a very short time, but those who have had prior criminal records are also required to submit their fingerprints as well, which stretches the process out by months.

From what I've heard, anyone who's submitted their fingerprints will need to wait an estimated time of 150 days - sometimes shorter than that, but that's their standard wait time.

Did you submit through RCMP?




Let me clarify...I say "Canadians don't usually need to through this process while living in Canada"....That is because they can just do a names check locally without going through the RCMP fingerprint process (unless of course they hvae a criminal record). I have asked these questions in the Canadian forum, but no one there can answer because they are all going through a different process locally.

We have submitted through the RCMP with fingerprints sent in as this is the only way to get this check while living in another country.

As I already mentioned in my previous post, I understand their estimated wait time. We are however, past their estimated time. I was only putting this question out there to get a sense of how long it has taken for people lately. RCMP has become more backlogged in the past few months than ever.

If anyone else has been going through this process let me know!
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-09-08 13:32:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionAnyone get an RCMP fingerprint check?
I have been waiting since March for a Criminal Records check from Canada. My fiance lived there previously but does not reside there now. So, he can't just go into their local office to get one done.

Sooo, I'm just wondering if any one else has requested one in the same time frame an if you have had any better luck than us. I just want to know if the long wait is normal right now.

I've been emailing them with not much luck in getting any information in return.

I'm not posting this in the Canada forum because Canadians don't usually need to go through this process while living in Canada.

Thanks in advance.
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-09-06 15:50:00
CanadaPolice Certificate
Thanks for all the responses.
As my fiance lives in Grenada, that mustbe why I could ony find information on the fingerprint form, Can't just go down to the station and get a name check done.
He lived in Canada long enough to require a police certificate from that country.
Now all I have to do is sit and wait for the blasted thing to come in the mail, I really hope they let Vermont rub off on them and send it back quick quick quick!
Thanks again,
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-03-11 10:46:00
CanadaPolice Certificate

I don't know what shows up on a police check that does not come back clean, however yes, it can reportedly take about 4 months AND just want to be sure that you know that you only need fingerpriting if you have a criminal record.

Mo



ugh!
are you serious?
We searched and searched the website and it says all of them needed to be fingerprint checks. My fiance has no convictions but was arrested, with charges dropped. I hope we haven't opened up a can of worms.
do you know if one type of check takes longer than the other? should we try and get a name check done also?
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-03-10 20:25:00
CanadaPolice Certificate
Hi all!
My fiance lived in Canada (Toronto) for a while and so we need to obtain a police record for him there. We have already sent out the application with a set of fingerprints taken at a local police department in Grenada. (we followed the directions on the RMPF site)

How long should I expect a record check to take. I saw somewhere to expect 4 months! is there anyway this can be wrong, or is there anyway it could be sped up?
I also want to know what will show up on it. Do they list all arrests as well as convictions?

Thanks in advance.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-03-10 19:16:00
CanadaYound children follow-to-join
ok, thanks everyone.
We'll start working on that!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-03-13 10:11:00
CanadaYound children follow-to-join
I was wondering if passports were needed for the K-2 visa's for foreign fiances (father) children?
The children are not listed on the fathers passport. They do not currently hold Canadian passports but are CAN citizens by birth.
When they come to the states they will be driving not flying. Their ages will be 5, 5, and 7.
We will have their long form birth certificates which I know will work for visiting, but will they be enough for immigrating?
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-03-13 08:16:00
CanadaAnother Police Cert. Question
We are waiting to get the fingerprint check to come back from Canada (had to do it by mail as my fiance is in Grenada). It is taking forever and the Embassy wants to schedule the interview. We would like to know what we might be up against regarding what that record may say. My fiance was arrested in Canada over a false complaint in a domestic dispute. All charges were dropped so there was no conviction.
What I want to know is if an arrest without conviction will show up on the certificate. And if it does, will he need any court records to show the case was dropped? The check will come back so late in the game that we want to track down any addition documentation we may need as soon as possible.
If anyone has had experience with this it would be very appreciated.
Thanks a million!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-04-28 16:14:00
Canadareverse visa info
lol...thanks for trying
I've actually found some stuff, I went through the Trinidad and Tobago - Canadian Embassy and found some more info there.
It doesn't look good though. What I'm seeing is that after deportation reentry is barred permanently without ministerial permission. I'm not sure how hard/expensive that will be, but I'll keep looking.
sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-05 22:20:00
Canadareverse visa info

U.S. LPR's do not require a visa to visit Canada. Not a clue on the previous overstay. LOL I don't understand the term "voluntarily deported"....... :unsure: seems like an oxymoron to me. Did he leave before he got caught or after he got caught but before he was forced out.



I guess it does sound a bit strange. I'm not sure of the exact procedure tht happened but basically they said..."You over stayed, do you want to fight it or just go home?" he chose just go home. He signed the papers and they sent him home.
I realize there will be some type of procedure/permission to be granted, I was just hoping someone would have an idea on the normal wait time....maybe the equivalent to the US 10 year ban? or where to find out what the process would be. the Canadian websites seem to be completely devoid of anything on the topic.
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-05 21:58:00
Canadareverse visa info
Although upon looking further on that site, it looks like nobody has posted there in well over a week. I'm not sure there is anyone around to answer any question. Soooo, I'd still welcome anyone elses thoughts on this.
Thanks
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-05 20:23:00
Canadareverse visa info
Thanks Misa,
I've posted my question there, hopefully there are a few people on that site that are as well-versed as on VJ.
se
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-05 20:12:00
Canadareverse visa info
Hi all,
Thanks in advance for indulging me this non-US visa question.
If a person from a country that needs a visa to Canada overstayed (by a year or two) and was voluntarily deported wanted to get back into Canada for a short visit. How long would it take? Is there a similar 10 year ban and then another application process? Also, if this person gained US-LPR status would this make a difference ... such as, would he need to apply for a visa from his home country? or could he enter with LPR status even though he would still hold his home countries passport?
If anyone knows anything about this, or could tell me where to find the info I would be very appreciative. I have looked through the CIC site but can't seem to find any info on overstays.
Thanks a million
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-05-05 19:48:00
CanadaPOLICE CLEARANCE FROM CANADA
OP,
How did you make out?
Did it come yet?
I am in a similiar situation, yet we have already received the 221-g...hoping to get the cert back to them ASAP as we really would like to travel by mid-august.
keeping my fingers crossed for you...and me too!
Sue
GrenadianCrixFemaleGrenada2007-07-21 20:52:00