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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F approve after 4 weeks

Sorry to thread jack

 

 

TLV doesn't handle K-1 visas but it's good news in a way bc TLV are very difficult and rude according to everyone I have heard from including my fiance.

 

I just filed the I-129F and have Tel Aviv as the embassy on it.  Since they perform non-immigrant visa's I didn't think this was any different.  Will they route my packet to Jerusalem or do I need to contact the CSC or something?


watdogMaleIsrael2013-09-15 06:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy being ahead has saved our Visa

Alright, thanks for the updates guys.  The big problem is that her boss passed away a week ago and her current work visa is now done.  So since technically she's now in staying in a foreign state without a visa she's worried.  Hopefully they can move it up but if not I guess we will take what we can get. :/


watdogMaleIsrael2013-12-19 11:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy being ahead has saved our Visa

Hello all,

As many of you know my fiancee and myself have always been ready for each notification to reply back immediately.  Well today I can tell you that we got scheduled for our interview.  Yeah but bummer at the same time.

 

As soon as NVC said the package was sent to the embassy, I printed packet 3 and she gathered everything.  Went to medical and within 3 days of being recieved at the embassy we replied that we have everything and our ready for the interview.  On November 29th we sent this and scans to the Jerusalem embassy.  She received a call 4 days later saying she is scheduled for the 1st week of January.  Very vague but said they would be sending a letter.

 

Well today has come and the letter says January 29th at 8:15am.  Literally by the time the visa is issued our NOA 2 would expire.  Two months to schedule an interview seems a bit odd.  However, if we had to wait for police reports or anything then the NOA 2 would be expired by the time they could schedule us.  Is there any way to bring this interview date up?  I wrote them saying the papers expire however, haven't heard anything back yet.

 

Any advice?


watdogMaleIsrael2013-12-19 08:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I apply for K-1 while living abroad

Don't take my word for it, but I have read that if you lived in the same country for at least six months as a resident, then you can marry and file through DCF which is quick as well. But don't take my word for it, you can search the site to be sure.

 

I'm not sure about this.  My spouse lived with me in Israel, nothing was ever mentioned but maybe they don't offer DCF.  It's worth looking into though.  Doesn't this require them to be married in France and then file?


watdogMaleIsrael2014-05-07 12:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I apply for K-1 while living abroad

Oops! Double posted.


Edited by watdog, 06 May 2014 - 02:58 PM.

watdogMaleIsrael2014-05-06 14:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I apply for K-1 while living abroad

Yes, you are right.  Technically if he comes just to get married then yes.  That would be visa fraud.  However, if he's planning to meet family and then you spontaneously decide to get married then it's alright.  I believe my old-coworker just did this and they waited 3 months to marry.  As she didn't want to leave.

 

Anyway it really depends on your situation.  If you plan to stay in France then the CR-1 may be the best route.  If you plan to move back to the states then either the K-1 or visa waiver is a better option.  A note about the K-1 is that he can't leave until your married and he receives AP.  Actually, either the K-1 or visa waiver he can't leave until AP is given about 3 months after filing however, it's more around 3.5 months as you need original birth certs/original marriage cert.  Either will be about the same for you.  Are you planning to return to the states after marriage?  Or will you be leaving him in the states and returning to France?


watdogMaleIsrael2014-05-06 14:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I apply for K-1 while living abroad

Hi LK&M,

To answer a few of your questions as I just went through this with my fiance.  First, it took us about 6 months. Would have been faster however, the jerusalem embassy took forever to schedule the appointment.  Second, you do all the fiance visa stuff abroad. 

 

1. You fill out the I-129F and include all documents. Please see the list of what to send.  I sent all my information in a binder.  Don't forget to include the letters of intent from both your fiance and you.

2. You will need to be in the US to marry, he can stay after that until he receives advanced parole in which case he could come back to france/usa.

 

Honestly, if he is a citizen of France then I would have him come visit and see if he enjoys it.  I believe France is part of the Visa waiver.  He won't be able to work or leave until he receives advanced parole/work permit.  It's a combo card here. Anyway, after about 90 days in the US then marry.  It's much easier, cheaper and faster then doing a fiance visa.

 

To answer the address question you have to put a US address down.  I was filing taxes under Nevada even though I lived and worked out in Israel.  All documents will be sent to that address.  Again, I would look into coming and staying for 90 days and then getting married.  If you plan to stay out in France for awhile then I think getting married and then filing for I think CR-1 would be a better option.


Edited by watdog, 06 May 2014 - 01:57 PM.

watdogMaleIsrael2014-05-06 13:56:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Tomorrow 31 MAY 2011 @ 06:30
Must of been approved. Congrats.
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-06-03 11:29:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Tomorrow 31 MAY 2011 @ 06:30
I hope all went well for you. What kind of questions did they ask?
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-05-31 17:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportsvisa approved :)

Best of luck in your new life in the USA


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-06-21 12:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI was approved!

Wish you the best. 


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-09-23 11:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2013 I-130 Filers

Received transfer to "Department of State" e-mail on March 10. PD October 6th.


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-03-11 15:24:00
PhilippinesSoldier's wife and kids denied visa in Manila
Whats the latest on the Capt's attempt to get passports for his twin daughters? I googled his name, nothing new was found. Latest news I found was March 2010 when the Capt appealed to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Why he is refusing the DNA test through the U.S. Embassy-PI is puzzling. I understand his distrust for what he has gone through but he gets the test results from the lab also so that should calm his worries of the Embassy lying about the results.
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-05-19 04:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdenied

If that was a requirement I would never have made it!

:rofl:
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-03-12 21:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdenied
What were the questions missed? I wonder how somebody can deny a married couple their existence without strong evidence.

Did your husband not know your name? Maybe the consular asked when your birthday was and he drew a blank.
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-03-12 01:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSpouse Visa Denied

Why were you being interviewed?

yoda1981, Are you 15 years older than your husband? The times I have read visa's being denied because of suspect marriage, the foreigner has been male and a a lot younger than the American wife.

Unless strong evidence supports the decision, I find it disgusting that a consular denies a visa because the marriage is suspect.

Edited by mojorisin, 17 March 2011 - 01:32 PM.

mojorisinMaleKenya2011-03-17 13:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSpouse Visa Denied
Why were you being interviewed?
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-03-17 00:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEvidence of Bonafide Marriage. Will I be okay with the following?
Who do you send the pictures to? Does the wife bring them to the consular at interview or do I send some in the I-130 folder?
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-03-21 14:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBirth Certificate Does Not List Town Where Wife Was Born
Hi All, This may be a stupid question but I want everything to be just right: Birth certificate lists District and Province but does not list town. Shall I list the province, country or the district, country on the application form?
mojorisinMaleKenya2011-03-24 02:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLiving Abroad in Kenya, Does Minimum Income for Support Change?
I fall way short of the minimum income while living abroad with the Kenyan wife and child. Does USCIS still require the +$20,000 annual income for proof of support?

Thanks for your reply
mojorisinMaleKenya2012-11-01 17:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for Spouse Visa While Living Abroad
Thanks
mojorisinMaleKenya2013-04-25 13:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for Spouse Visa While Living Abroad
Hello: I am on an extended visa in Kenya. Am I am able to apply for spouse visa for my Kenyan wife while in Kenya? Thanks.
mojorisinMaleKenya2013-04-25 06:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion:18 on Form I-130

"Address in the U.S where your relative intends to live"

 

Since my wife and I live in Kenya, what answer do I put down? 


mojorisinMaleKenya2013-05-25 01:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone Ever Heard of CR-1 Denial Based on No Job Even Though Joint Sponsor is Plenty Good

Thanks for the replies!! Curious how the USCIS knew the petitioner was a life long welfare recipient.


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-02-21 11:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone Ever Heard of CR-1 Denial Based on No Job Even Though Joint Sponsor is Plenty Good

Concerned if during the consular interview the consular decides that even with joint sponsor that covers proof of support, if I have no job he/she denies the CR-1 visa.   

 

Does the joint sponsor eliminate the negative fact the USC spouse has no job?

 

 


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-02-18 15:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDivorce and green card

I believe you are being used. Better to cut ties now and start anew. 


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-06-18 04:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864: dumb checklist request re. gross income when it's ZERO

Thanks for sharing. I was going to leave it blank. I will write "Not Required to File" now.


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-08-10 22:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLawyer advice

Forget the lawyer. You'll get expert advice every step of the way here. I find that immigration lawyers give bad advice more often than not.


Edited by mojorisin, 04 September 2014 - 11:42 PM.

mojorisinMaleKenya2014-09-04 23:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI was approved!

Wish you the best. 


mojorisinMaleKenya2014-09-23 11:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWife is illiterate. How shall I sign her name to the Application?
Thanks for all your responses.
mojorisinMaleKenya2010-12-06 23:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWife is illiterate. How shall I sign her name to the Application?
Hi everyone, I am worried about signing her name on her behalf. What do I do about wife who is unable to sign her name? She is Kenyan. She just prints her name or signs with one letter. I doubt this would be accepted.

She travels to other African countries with an unsigned passport.
mojorisinMaleKenya2010-12-06 16:13:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionQuestion on K1 interview process

Hi there...

 

We have received our 2nd NOA that our I129F petition was approved and has been forwarded to the consulate in Sweden.  My fiance is planning to visit me in the US for the holidays - but we are concerned about how the interview process gets scheduled.  Does the consulate give him a set appointment date & time?  Or is he able to schedule it himself in a reasonable timeframe? 

 

Thanks for any information! 


scartwrightFemaleSweden2013-11-04 14:47:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionDS 160 photo upload broken??

FYI you get the same error message if you try to upload a "Test Photo" on the start page for the application....so it has nothing to do with photo requirements, it's something broken on their end....Sigh....Crossing fingers it gets fixed ASAP!!! 


scartwrightFemaleSweden2014-01-12 17:57:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionDS 160 photo upload broken??

Yes...same problem for us.  Our visa interview is scheduled for Thursday...hoping this isn't a major problem as it would be really upsetting to have to move our interview because of a technical problem like this.....


scartwrightFemaleSweden2014-01-12 17:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDS -160

Quick question...

Do you still need to fill out a 156 / 156K?  I read that the DS-160 replaced that form, but I noticed someone posted they were completing that form....

Thanks!


scartwrightFemaleSweden2014-01-13 00:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion on DS-160 - Unemployed & reason

Hi there,

 

My fiance and I are preparing the DS-160 form.  He has been unemployed for a couple months, mostly as we've been traveling back and forth to visit one another which made looking for employment difficult,  and as he will be moving to the US to get married, has not taken a new position.  How should he answer the reason for unemployment question?  Any advice would be helpful! 

Thanks!

Stephanie


scartwrightFemaleSweden2014-01-09 02:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForm DS-160. Problem uploading photo

Hopefully this will get fixed soon, my fiance has his interview scheduled for this Thursday - no clue what would happen if we weren't able to submit this form due to an error on their part.  Quite frustrating....

The Swedish embassy also only has a 1 hour window to make calls to ask questions...I emailed them and hopefully will get a reply sooner than Monday afternoon, which is the window they provide for calling them....


scartwrightFemaleSweden2014-01-12 16:07:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionvisa issue

i have a question how long after your approval did you get back the passport with the visa?


SunDNot TellingJamaica2014-04-22 20:56:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionKingston Embassy

Congrats guys. I'm wondering when my case will change from refused to approve or issued.... The waiver was approved in April and i finally handed in my medical on Monday. It still say refused but there was an update (date change) yesterday, so i'm wondering how long it'll take for it to change since we are already approved because of the waiver. 


SunDNot TellingJamaica2014-06-11 16:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsImmigration lawyers

sorry to hear. check with a lawyer so they can inform you as to what your options may be. I hope you get some good news.


SunDNot TellingJamaica2013-12-04 21:51:00