ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRFE
If you provide what they need, it shouldn't take that long. Mine only took 4 days



QUOTE (Ricardo Marvilla @ Jan 6 2009, 07:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Everyone!

I was wondering if anyone knows how long does it take to get the NO2 after I send the RFE all the information. I sent all the RFE in 12/23/2008??? What is the next step to do??? suggestions please. Thank you very much for your input....


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-01-07 17:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMILITARY concerns
Depends on the fowardly deployed gaining commander. Make sure he contacts his CoC in his deployed location. One CO stateside can tell you one thing, and the deployed CO could be directing you to another. When it comes to deployments, it best to get that stuff done prior to him leaving, or better when he gets back.








QUOTE (DeathNova @ Jan 10 2009, 11:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (charles! @ Jan 11 2009, 05:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (DeathNova @ Jan 10 2009, 06:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
They'll arrange something, the issue just has to be brought to the chain of command.

i really don't think the chain of command gets involved much other than writing a memorandum.


The CoC has full authority to modify a persons deployment status.


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-01-11 06:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTouch after NOA2?
How do you know when the NVC receieves it right away like that?....

I got 2 NOA2 notices in the mail. Apparently they processed it twice and sent me an NOA2 for 6 Jan and then I have another one for 9 Jan...BOTH NOA2 FOR APPROVED PETITION.....I ONLY SENT IN 1 PETITION!!!


QUOTE (~Dream~Love~ @ Jan 16 2009, 08:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (JonasMichaels @ Jan 16 2009, 07:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Jan 16 2009, 08:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It means they have done something with your petition. Touching is always good because they are actually doing something but not necessarily doing anything towards approval


Can a touch a day after getting the NOA2 mean they sent it off to the NVC? Or the NVC received it?

Yes, we got NOA2 on 01/12/09 and got a touch on 01/13/09. I think it was the day they sent it off to NVC and they scanned it before it was sent out. It happens to many of us!


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-01-17 03:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffadavit of Support-length of employment?
Do they absolutely need 1040s? I sending in my I-134, W-2 from this year, and the past 12 months of my LES (pay stubs in translation). Also sent in my statement of active duty service in the military which shows I been employed.





QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Dec 6 2008, 11:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If his income is sufficient there is no need to provide information regarding bank statements and/or assets.

If they decide that he does not meet the requirements then you will be asked to get a co-sponsor. It's not like they just say..."no"....well, not in Canada anyway. wink.gif

It's also important to understand that the I-134 has no real legal standing. Although fighting a decision based on this would probably take you longer than a new visa. wink.gif Most Embassy's will use the guidelines set by the I-864 (affidavit filed at AOS) to make their decision. This is one reason why some Embassies are more stringent in their decision making than others.


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-01-24 21:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould the check for K1 be exactly 500?
Geeeez, your willing to lose $45 bux? about 2 x 30 packs of Bud Light there....quality




QUOTE (AG83 @ Feb 19 2009, 01:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
lol....sorry i dont know why i wrote 500...meant 455.


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-02-23 02:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRFE for evidence that qualifies us for the exemption to have met within the past two years
I believe that rule shouldn't exist in my opinion. Two people who will join in matrimony should meet in person. If the parents are arranging everything, then the interested parties wouldn't be the fiance' and fiancee, IT IS THE PARENTS! if someone arranges it, thats already a red flag in the process for bona fide relationship determination.

Your best bet is to travel over there, meet her and get to know her in person, then make the call for yourself. It's your pursuit in finding a wife and in MY opinion, it shouldn't be your parents. It's good for you to get to know this woman, because you bring her over here and get married, she decides to leave you, legally she has rights to your property and livelihood. Would you want to share your life's work or savings with a stranger? This is mainly my opinion and you can probably get better advice from other users. This is something to think about. I don't know the marriage laws in India, but here in the U.S. and many states have community property laws which stretch from your home to your investments and your bank accounts.






QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Feb 28 2009, 10:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Feb 28 2009, 10:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What IS your reason for filing without meeting in person?


I think she already explained that.

"Thanks for all the responses, I really didn't get a chance to go meet my fiancee who is in india as my parents are the ones who arranged everything as it is done in our culture."


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-02-28 23:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot denied on my interview b'coz of not having my decision yet at the court from my previous marriage
Honey you are incorrect. If the U.S. wants to find info on anybody outside, including IN the Philippines for visa processing THEY can. It's how they hunt for unfriendly and keep our country safe. Why alot of cases may take time because someone may have a common name of a member related/associated with any member of a known terrorist organization or "unfriendly" folks list the U.S. officials keep out of our country. These U.S. officials do a very good job at it and can have access.





QUOTE (honey143 @ Feb 6 2009, 04:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes, we had to go through the whole annulment because it is the law in the philippines that once u have a record even if it's not true or not, u still have to process it in the court. in our case, it was not a big issues because the priest was our witness and the so called woman was no where to be found which just tells us more that it is a case of identity use. and YES we waited for about 1 yr for the annulment. so if u count the time from the K1 filing to the K3 visa issuance--it's about 3 1/2 yrs.

and yes, the background checks for the beneficiary is done at his/her country. there is no way of the US to check the marriage records of everyone in the world, that is why u have an interview at the beneficiary's country. yes, they can check criminal background check in the US so if the beneficiary has not been in the US, then of course, the result is negative. the approval here at the USCIS is only base on the papers that you hand in so if u hand in stating that u are free to marry then they assume that is correct. we don't even have a central record in the US for marriage or divorce so how do u think the USCIS can check other countries. that is why they have an interview and docs to prove relationship at the benficiary's country.


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-02-06 21:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot denied on my interview b'coz of not having my decision yet at the court from my previous marriage
You can't reset the interview date. You will have to submit another I-129F petition to your local USCIS office and pay another $455 fee. Until your annulment/divorce is done, you weren't qualified for the K-1 anyway, which you wouldnt even be a fiancee.





QUOTE (MadzCarl2008 @ Feb 6 2009, 01:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi..

We are hoping to receive the devorse decree this month i was trying reseting my interview for 3x..
and i cant reset it on the date of my interview..so i was hoping and trying to get some instruction to what i can do,
but the sad thing is they denied me crying.gif

I just wanna say thank you for the feedback... so if ever i file for another application for petition do i need to gathered again all
my documents b'coz the embassy took all my recent documents..so i have no new to add as evidence..

one more question is... is there any months or time line before you applying for another petition after you got denied? or you can apply the
new petition anytime?

tnx again!


aljhelMalePhilippines2009-02-06 21:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCFO counseling list of immigration requirements
if your fiance is a government employee, she needs to secure an authority to travel abroad from her employer or head of agency. This is required for all government employees. She needs to present that to Phil. Immigration at the airport.
danilouFemalePhilippines2010-08-27 20:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInformation for those still waiting for NOA1
QUOTE (Kandy + Rotim= 1 @ Jun 5 2009, 03:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Starlight95 @ Jun 3 2009, 09:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello,

This is just some information for those of u guys still waiting for your NOA1. If you are in a hurry to find out your case number and by chance your check is cashed, they actually right the case number on the back of your check. I went online to view the back of my check and the case numbers starts with WAC# which was the same as my case number listed on my NOA1. Just thought I would put it out there. Thanks!



Hello,
I paid my USCIS fee by money order and not cheque and i dont know if the USCIS have gotten my papers and money order since the 15th of May, its been 3 weeks now and i have not gotten my NOA1.. what advices does you guys have for me please.


i heard youll get your noa1 after 1-4weeks. so u got 1 more week.
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-05 20:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnoa2
QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Jun 5 2009, 07:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (rommelb @ Jun 5 2009, 10:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
ok. im just thinking ahead of time. i just got my noa1 yesterday. i was reading the guideline its say i have to gather all the entire 129f copy that i sent.
my question is.
1. i have all copy but there is no signature, is that gonna be problem?
2. this copy gonna use my fiancee for her interview? or im gonna send this to her consulate?

-thank you and godbless


Signature is not important for your file copy. Send a copy to your fiancee in case she needs something at the interview. Send it with everything else you send her, I-134 etc. and be sure to keep a copy yourself, ALWAYS keep a copy of anything you send to USCIS or the consulate, or your fiancee for that matter


ahh. thank you good.gif
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-05 21:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnoa2
ok. im just thinking ahead of time. i just got my noa1 yesterday. i was reading the guideline its say i have to gather all the entire 129f copy that i sent.
my question is.
1. i have all copy but there is no signature, is that gonna be problem?
2. this copy gonna use my fiancee for her interview? or im gonna send this to her consulate?

-thank you and godbless
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-05 21:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestourist visa?
actually shes working at airlines and she wanna use her previlage to fly for free. i wanna know the exact answer if its bad idea. and why.
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-24 03:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestourist visa?
im just wondering, me and my fiancee filed already a k1 and were thinking if she can apply a tourist visa so she can visit me while were waiting for our noa2, isnt bad idea for her to apply a tourist visa? or our k1 gonna be affected if she got denied applying tourist visa?
thanks
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-24 02:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTourist Visa.
im just wondering, me and my fiancee filed already a k1 and were thinking if she can apply a tourist visa so she can visit me while were waiting for our noa2, isnt bad idea for her to apply a tourist visa? or our k1 gonna be affected if she got denied applying tourist visa?

thanks, gobless innocent.gif
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-28 03:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi got our noa2! :)
QUOTE (AbbynSheryl @ Sep 3 2009, 04:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
just wait about a week till manila gets ur case in computer then u call for the interview date and good luck with medical n interview, abby n shyerl


oks so you mean USC will send our case in manila. and then we can call for interview date for my fiancee? thanks abby n shyerl godbless!
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-09-03 18:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi got our noa2! :)
QUOTE (rommelb @ Sep 3 2009, 04:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone im so happy that i just got our noa2. it say Notice Type : Approval Notice Valid from 08/27/09 to 12/26/09.
im not really sure whats next? i heard i should get hard copy?

thanks!



ops i guess the hard copy the one i get it from mail right? smile.gif anywy. whats next?
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-09-03 18:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi got our noa2! :)
Hello everyone im so happy that i just got our noa2. it say Notice Type : Approval Notice Valid from 08/27/09 to 12/26/09.
im not really sure whats next? i heard i should get hard copy?

thanks!
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-09-03 18:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWait times for California Service Center
i got my noa1 in june. and i just got it this month. you might get it next month. but depends in you're situation
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-09-05 17:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresYou know youre obsessed with the I-129F when...
QUOTE (Leo&Farah @ May 7 2009, 08:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You love being 'touched' by random strangers.

You have memorized each form number when it took you a year to memorize your own phone number.

You frequently haunt these boards and make useless posts like these on said boards.



haha!
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-06-10 23:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquick Quuestion
anyone? sad.gif
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-10-25 02:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquick Quuestion
hello everyone..

ok.. right now im doing our affidavit of support and i know that i need a co-sponsor..
i just want to know if im doing right form. i already completed my I-134 form. and for co-sponsor is the "I-864"? or no? let me know please. thanks

thanks and godbless!
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-10-25 02:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion Regarding Co-sponsor
anyone?
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-10-27 05:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion Regarding Co-sponsor
hello everyone..

were done answering the I-134 for "ME" and another I-134 for my "co-sponsor"

im just confuse if i still need to fill up a I-864 or I-864A???? and if YES is it for ME or for my Co-Sponsor?
and whats the different with that two forms?

thanks!
rommelbMalePhilippines2009-10-27 02:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSuffix Clarification for I129F form
I don't know if this will apply to you. Some of my records have the "JR" suffix (birth certificate) and some don't (passport) so I left the "JR" out on #1 of the I-129F form but wrote in my full name with the "JR" at the end on #7 "Other names used." My I-129F petition was just approved yesterday without any RFE's. Hope this helps.
Don&RichNot TellingPhilippines2010-05-14 01:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChange of Address
QUOTE (season @ Aug 29 2009, 09:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Try e-mail? or maybe you can just wait till your check is cleared. Then you can just check online and refer to the back of your check. Normally, you will be able to see a set of number there, which you can use it to trace the case status online. or, just try to call and inform them again, asking them to speak slowly, explain your situation a lil bit. things should be fine!


I really appreciate your advice.
I went into my online banking and noticed that the check was already cleared.
Also, the photo copy of the check and receipt is attached and I was able to find my receipt number!!!!

nobimomoMaleSouth Korea2009-08-28 19:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChange of Address
Hi,

Sorry if it's the same topic which has been posted.
I submmitted I-129F in AUG and was waiting for the Notice of Action (I-797C) letter.
But, I realized that I filled out my resident address on the Part A of I-129F.
My resident area is not in the delivery service area, so that I should have filled my P.O.Box in there.
I visited local Immigration office and asked the officer what to do, and I was told to call USCIS office directly.
At the same time, the officer checked for me if I-797C has been sent out, and the officer said it has been mailed to my address in I-129F.

Later, I called to the number I got, and explained the situation. But the problem is, English is not my first language and the person who answered the phone spoke really fast!!!!!! and I was not able to understand what she was saying. (so embarrassing... )

I will probably try to call again, but does anyone know if I will need to re-submit I-129F?

Thank you
nobimomoMaleSouth Korea2009-08-28 18:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureslost and fed up
Everything that I've read says that you should expect a 4 - 6 month wait between your NOA1 and NOA2.
George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-10-21 06:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed help to fill out I-864A & I-864

Please any one help me to fill out

I-864A ( which is fill out by household member my sister, becasue i don't have much income)


c. I am not the intending immigrant. I am the sponsor's household member. I am
related to the sponsor as his/her.

.Brother or sister



And


also need to help to fill out I-864 Which is fill out by me.becasue my household member also fill out I-864A so i am confuse the following question

need help this question


8) I am sponsoring the principal immigrant named in Part 2 above.

Yes No (Applicable only in cases with two joint sponsors



George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-10-26 10:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshelpppppp plzzz
Abdoulen,
Try reviewing this page or have a trusted friend who understands English review it with you.

http://www.visajourn..._live_in_the_US

You need to apply for an IR-1 visa instead of a K-3 visa for your husband.

What is you native language? Maybe someone who understands your native language would be better able to assist you. Also, all payments you make should be paid by check directly to the Department of Homeland Security or electronically to the National Visa Center.

Just a heads up for any financial transactions anywhere, NEVER GIVE YOUR PAYMENT TO A THIRD PARTY! and then trust them to apply it where it belongs.

George

my pples , im sorry for bother but i dont know what to do is hard for me veryy hard im affraid to loose my money agine and to be ok with all my pples i dont know how to do it k3
can i have same one can send me her number and i will call her to show me and to help me plzz?
plzzz


George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-10-25 04:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat next after visa obtained
Take care of and local requirement for leaving the country: CFO stamp, exit clearance, etc.

Make travel plans to the U.S.

Arrive in the U.S. and process through the POE.

Wait for your Social Security Card and "Green Card" to arrive in the mail.

SS typically takes 2-3 week and "Green Card" typically takes 4-6 weeks.

If you don't receive your SS card in a timely manner, visit the local SSA office and fill out an SS-5 to apply for an SSN.

At the 21 month point, submit the proper documents to file for removal of conditions and receive a 10 year "Green Card"



At least those are the plans that my wife and I have once she gets her visa. :thumbs::innocent:


George

Edited by George & Gina, 04 November 2010 - 06:59 AM.

George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-04 06:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures'Persons immigrating with you' question!!!
DS-0230

29. List your daughter here.
31a. List your daughter here if you plan for her to travel at the same time as you.
31b. List your daughter here if you plan for her to travel after you travel to the U.S.
If you daughter precedes you (travels before you do) to the U.S., then she'll only be listed in 29.


I-864
8. YES.
9. Your daughter is not an immigrant, do not check here and write "none" in 9a.
21a. 01
22c. 0, you're already counted i n 21a.
22d. 1, if your daughter is the you husbands only dependent child. Otherwise add the other children also.
Other lines should be self-evident, but feel free to ask and I'm sure someone will answer.


I hope this helps out.

Thanks,
George
George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-05 05:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage
Make an appointment at the embassy to get an "Affidavit in Lieu of Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage". If you were married previously, you'll need to present evidence that the previous marriage(s) was/were dissolved (divorce decree, death cert., etc.). I made my appointment for the day after I arrived. You can make an appointment using the online appointment system at: http://manila.usemba...v/marriage.html and clicking the link in step 2.

The same or next day you can apply for the license at the "civil registrars" office in the city where your fiance(e) lives. There is a ten day waiting period while the application is posted on a bulletin board in front of the office. This allows time for anyone with any grievances or reasons why the couple shouldn't get married, to make those reasons known. This is mostly just for show, but it is the law and must be complied with.

You should pre-arrange to have a local official perform the ceremony on the 11th day. I managed to get is done during a 14 day visit. The "Affidavit in Lieu of..." was done on the the Monday after my arrival and the ceremony took place on Friday of the following week.

This is of course assuming that all you want is a simple civil ceremony. A full-fledged wedding blessed by the Catholic Church is another matter entirely.


OK, enough of my ramblings...hope this helps.

George
George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-08 05:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresProblem paying AOS online
:thumbs:+1

I had the same problem months back. Try using a different internet browser. I was using Safari on my Mac and it wouldn't go through, so I tried it using Firefox and it worked fine. Hope this helps.


George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-06 03:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVISA APPROVED :)
Congratulations! :thumbs::dance:


:dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: my wife got visa yesterday it was long waiting and final she got it hahahehehe i am happy counselor says in bw 10 to 15 days to get it :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs:


George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-11 05:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApplying again after the denial ??
:crying::whistle: It's grammar, the post editor does have a spell checker.
George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-06 02:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduressomebody help me what to do first
+1 :thumbs: Your husband can file an Application for Consular Report of Birth Abroad for the baby to to claim her US citizenship and get her a US Passport.

http://www.visajourn...tent/i130guide1

Follow the guides for the Cr-1 spousal visa, the K-3 is dead

Assuming your husband meets the residency requirements, you can get US citizenship for the baby - and the child will not need a visa

Good luck, welcome to VJ


George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-14 07:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAPPLYING FOR ITIN ---Form W7
Deleted duplicated post.

Edited by George & Gina, 19 November 2010 - 04:01 AM.

George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-19 04:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAPPLYING FOR ITIN ---Form W7
Thanks trudger24, :thumbs:I think we've got winner!

I missed that option when I was reading the instructions for the W7. The current W7 instructions still has that option available.

I believe this is what I'll do: I'll bring Gina's passport back with me after my Christmas visit and then FEDEX it back to her after I get the certified/notarized copy required to file the W7 and get her ITIN and then file our income taxes.

Hi I got ITIN number for my wife last year. How I did it was
1- had her DHL passport to me , then had notarize here in USA. then took back to her on my next trip( only need trust to mail once)

2-filed for and extension because would take me past April15

3- sent copy of passport and form for ITIN number with tax return to Texas , they will give you number and process taxes

hope this helps, you can get form and address on line


George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-19 03:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNovember CR-1 process started
Sent out on the 15th (Guam time) and arrived in Chicago on the morning of the 17th.

We should have very similar timelines if we have no RFEs.

Good luck.


George


The I-130 & G325a's along with all the other "goodies" are on their way to the Chicago lockbox.

has anyone elce started the same process this month??


piglett


George & GinaMalePhilippines2010-11-18 02:28:00