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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support

Thanks Nich-Nick. Much appreciated! Waiting until November because I am yet to propose!

 

However I have started wrapping my head around all of this now as we have discussed me moving there. So I want to be as prepared as possible so it goes as smoothly as it can.

 

UK-USA-K1 - I read it before you deleted. Still very helpful. Cheers.

 


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-05-31 08:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support

I had a read. very helpful! Thank you for the tip!


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-05-30 07:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support

I agree it would be far easier sponsoring myself! However given she studies it is hard for her to make the threshold for herself and me. I will be taking a fairly large chunk of savings with me as well. But it is what it is.

 

Yes, I'm living in London. I love London, but it's not the same without Chels here!


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-05-30 05:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support

Thanks Queen Penguin. Extremely useful. I don't think we will have an issue with the co-sponsor. But I would have preferred to do it by ourselves if possible.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-05-30 05:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support

Cheers for the advice. I think going down the road of a co-sponsor will be the best option. Also nice to see another Australian on here biggrin.png


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-05-30 05:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support

Hello all,

 

I am new to the forums, however I have found the actual site extremely useful.

 

I am planning to commence the K1 Visa process in November 2013 in order to marry my Fiance. She is currently studying in Mississippi, and works a part time job to meet her expenses. My questions are regarding the affidavit of support.

 

 

1. I note on the USCIS website that it states the following:

 

 

If your relative is either a ?K-1? fiancé(e), a ?K-3? spouse, or a ?K-2? or ?K-4? child of fiancé(e) or spouse, you do not need to submit an affidavit of support at the time you file your Form I-129F petition. Instead, you should submit an affidavit of support at the time that your fiancé(e), spouse, or child adjusts status to permanent resident after coming to the United States.

 

 

This doesn't match up with the feedback I have read on here. My understanding is the affidavit must be presented at the interview. Is this correct?

 

2. How much weight is given to assets? For example, I currently earn a reasonably good salary. Am I able to transfer money to her, which would technically be an "asset", to meet the requirements of the affidavit of support?

 

3. If seeking a co-sponsor, does the co-sponsor only need to meet the difference between my fiance's current salary and the poverty threshold?

 

4. I am extremely certain I will be able to gain employment within a short timeframe once I am living there with my fiance (and soon to be wife). Will my experience, employment history and general ability to gain employment have any impact on the affidavit? It appears that it doesn't, as my salary and assets can't be used as a source. However I am seeking feedback from people who have had the interview.

 

Thank you in advance for all your help!

 

 

 

 


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-05-30 04:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCertified or normal copies of certificates

Thank you so much! That makes it much easier!


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-09-26 05:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCertified or normal copies of certificates

Hello All,

 

I have a quick question.

 

When you send off the I-129F with the supporting documents, is it required to have certified copies of birth certificates and divorce certificates, or are normal copies ok?

 

I can't find anywhere that it is specified that certified copies are required. However we want to make sure that the packet we send is perfect the first time.

 

Cheers!


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-09-26 02:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdo it all over again

For the record, he did say he would go to the US on a tourist visa, get married, and then apply for a CR-1. He never mentioned looking to go AOS after marrying.

 

Therefore no fraud would be committed.

 

Like what has been said previously, check how long they have given you to collate the documents and send them back. If you have a decent amount of time and honestly think your fiance will have a job by then, then wait.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-10-15 02:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow does USCIS calculate 90 days- is it calendar days?

We plan on getting married at the local courthouse and the n having an actual wedding ceremony and reception at a later date. Our reasoning being that we want to move the whole process along as quickly as possible.

 

That way, we will still have the wedding that C wants, however we won't have to worry about waiting to save up for it and timing my entry so it all fits in. Plus we are well over being apart.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-11-19 03:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa denied at Mumbai, India consulate (merged)

Am I the only person who is concerned that the fiancee got denied a B2 visa (the easiest visa to get)?

 

What was the reason for her prior denial?

 


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-01-15 16:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Denied :(

Um, everything you said agrees with what I said. So yes, it is correct. Maybe you didn't see what I was replying to?

 

OP:  I think you missed the replies here saying that a waiver for a spousal visa should also apply to a fiance visa.  I would chase that waiver down.

 

Right you are! Sorry! Did not read that first sentence properly at all.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 16:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Denied :(

1. Yes, at least on the VWP.

2.  No, no no no.

 

No, that's not correct.

 

For a start, if he applied for a travel visa under VWP, he had to disclose his convictions. Considering they were for Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude, he would have been denied a visa under VWP, and had to apply for a B-2 Visa, which requires an interview at the embassy.

 

Secondly, he may run into trouble now with his IR-1 application, because not only does he have the convictions for CMIT, but if he has entered the US on a VWP (and they will know this), he has committed visa fraud.

 

Honestly, OP, you really need to speak to a lawyer. And when you do, be completely up front and honest.

 

I suggest Steven Heller. He is based in Brighton, however you can Skype with him and he is very quick in responding. An initial consultation will set you back £250, but it is well worth it.

 

For background, Steven is an USC who previously worked in the London Embassy, and he knows the process inside and out.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 15:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy American fiancee has dual citizenship and we're both in the UK, can we still apply for the fiancee visa?

That's not true.  The petitioner must have lawfully resided in the UK for 6 months before submitting the petition. You do not have to be married for 6 months before you can apply.

 

Ah yes. My bad. You are correct!


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 08:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy American fiancee has dual citizenship and we're both in the UK, can we still apply for the fiancee visa?

She just needs to send the forms to the Dallas lockbox and move back to the States before you.

 

Another (quicker) option for you is to get married in the UK now and have your then wife file an I130 direct to London - processing times for this are currently much lower than either a K1 or CR/IR1 visa filed to Chicago.

 

There are conditions around living as a married couple in the UK for 6 months prior to filing. Just so you're aware that you need to include that time into any processing time.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-03-04 08:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Check - Offences

I am definitely getting an original copy of the court transcript and court order (which will note whether I completed the prgram or not). My question is more what is the likelihood I will be denied for this, given the hard stance of the US on drugs?


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-08-15 08:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Check - Offences

It's important to note that in Queensland, if you enter the Drug Diversion program (note: accidentally called it a drug rehab program in my first post), you do not admit guilt, nor is there a conviction against you.

 

Therefore, while I was arrested, my guilt has never been established. I assume this is an important point.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-08-15 05:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Check - Offences

Hello All,

 

I will be commencing the K1 Visa application soon. While I know I am some time away from needing them, I have looked into police checks. I am an Australian citizen living in London. Therefore I will require a police check from both the AFP and London Met.

 

My question relates to me being arrested 6 years ago In Queensland (it will be 7 years by the time the police check is reveiwed). It related to a small amount of a Class A drug (>0.5g). I was arrested, however no conviction was recorded and I attended a Drug Rehabilitation Progam ( a State run program).

 

Will this arrest result in me being denied a visa? I have no other arrests/convictions or marks against my record.

 

Any help would be greatly appreciated.


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2013-08-15 04:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTransfer of application

Hello all,

 

We received the below email today: 

 

Your Case Status: Initial Review


On August 11, 2014, we transferred this case I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) to another office for processing and sent you a notice explaining this action. Please follow any instructions provided on the notice.  We will notify you by mail when a decision is made.  If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283. 


During this step, USCIS initiates the background checks of the applicant/petitioner and identifies issues that may need to be addressed either during an interview or by asking the applicant/petitioner to submit additional information or documentation. USCIS reviews the applicant's/petitioner's criminal history, determines if there are national security concerns that need to be addressed, and reviews the application/petition for fraud indicators.

If you have filed an I-485, I-589, I-751, N-400, I-90, I-821, I-131 or I-765, you can expect to receive an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center to have your fingerprints and/or photographs taken. The timing of your appointment is determined by the number of applicants ahead of you that also need a biometric appointment.  We try to schedule biometric appointments as quickly as possible and in most cases you will receive your appointment notice within 30 days of submitting your application. We will send your appointment notice approximately 14 days ahead of your scheduled appointment.   It is important that you keep this appointment.  If absolutely necessary, you can request that your appointment be rescheduled however, please be aware that rescheduling may delay the processing of your application. Please follow the instructions on your appointment notice if you need to reschedule.  Occasionally, you may receive an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center to have your fingerprints taken when you have filed a form other than those listed above. In these situations, you may receive your appointment notice more than 30 days after submitting your application or petition.







 

Initially I thought it meant we had been transferred from TSC to CSC, however after reading the second paragraph I'm not so sure. Does anyone have any ideas?


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-08-11 13:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCould be difficult K-1 visa (I129), need your advice!

The date on the K1 can not be before the finalisation of the divorce. Therefore, it's a good idea to wait to have the certificate in hand before starting the process, so the exact date is known. You don't want to have it come back and bite you in the rear later.

 

I don't mean to sound judgmental with this comment, but you said he had been talking to a new girl "for a couple of weeks" and already wants to marry her? Prior to meeting her? And the trip is to prove a strong relationship? Personally I know nothing about the embassy in the Fils, but if he was already married to one Filapina and the marriage broke down, and he is petitioning for another after such a short period of time, it may not look good come interview time.

 

But hey, if he knows he knows. 


S-CNot TellingUnited Kingdom2014-05-30 08:17:00