ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarrying after K-1 is received
As long as the beach is in the US :P

You have to get legally married in the US, also remember the K-1 is a one time entry into the US, but many people have travelled to places like Hawaii or Puerto Rico to get married on the beach. Im sure the others here will list some more places you can get married and not have it affect your status.

Sincerely,
Ramos

Edited by ramos96, 26 June 2007 - 08:50 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-26 20:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIm so confused I need help
Here is what you need to go read.

2311. Irreconcilable differences are those grounds which are
determined by the court to be substantial reasons for not continuing
the marriage and which make it appear that the marriage should be
dissolved.


http://www.leginfo.c...;file=2310-2313

Main url is:

http://www.leginfo.c...e...dy=&hits=20


Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-24 20:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIm so confused I need help
Juicy stuff man, keep us all posted. :)

I wish you the best of luck. I'd agree with the rest of the gang get a divorce.

If I were you this is what I would do:

A. File your divorce petition like you are supposed to.
B. Get your divorce petition printed in the Philipines where ever your soon to be ex-wife is from and or where ever you got married the reason for this is you publicly tried to announce it to her, if she didnt read its NOT your problem, you now have proof you were actively trying to notify her. A divorce judge will probably easily grant you a divorce on the grounds of abondonement.
C. Make damb sure you get a copy of that newspaper.
D. Make sure you got evidence showing you tried to support her while she was with you and so on to show the judge this will make your life and the process alot easier, once you have all and get your divorce decree don't look back, the rest is on her and enjoy your new life.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-24 19:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresgot it
Congrats!! and awesome that you did it on your own, more power to ya!!!

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-28 20:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI am worried, please advice
I think we are all gonna need more info on this one to help you.

If you like you can PM me.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-28 20:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp to get k-1
Hi,

Yes you guys could do a k-1, read the guides here, the biggest concern is what are you guys going to do in regards to meeting the financial requirements, she is prolly going to need a co-sponsor, unless she has a job where she makes 125% of the poverty limit, not hard to do. Read the guides they have all the forms you will need and read them carefully.

Good Luck and don't be afraid to ask questions that is what this site is for.

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-28 20:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about when to send documents to fiance
You should have made a couple of signed copies. If you did you should be safe sending her the papers, read the guides they give very good information and what you should be doing.

I was lucky enough to have my Fiancee with me, so I did everything in triplicate before I mailed it in, when she went back home she took 1 of the copies with her, and I kept the 3rd.

Our time went pretty quick but every case and consulate is different, Click on the "my Timeline" link to see, you can also search the timelines for people in your situation to get a better idea.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 19:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures? about being TDY
My stuff always came back regular USPS mail and I never had to sign for anything.

Ramos

Edited by ramos96, 29 June 2007 - 07:27 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 19:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTHANK YOU!!
Good luck !!!

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 20:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs K-1 better option in my case?
Hi Yas/Mo,

Thank you for responding and providing the additional detail, yep your in a pickle :) but have faith, all is possible.

The 2 biggest issues you have facing you are you really 10 year banned and being to able to explain to their satisfaction why you over stayed.

From your additional information it seems it has been a month or so since there has been any activity on your situation, if it were me I would right a letter asking in regards to my situation and how I could help try to resolve it.

Again either way this is good information that you would need for immigration assistance groups and or if you consult a lawyer

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-27 08:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs K-1 better option in my case?
I agree Yodrak he should probably contact a lawyer or start figuring out other ways to remedy this situation, but he also did not post a lot of necessary information such as:

Where is he from?
Has he received any more letters in regards to his status?
Does he even have the orginal documentation that was given to him? or is he remembering from memory?
Has he tried to cross border again? and if so was he denied entry?

These are all important things, his fiancee could start looking in her local area for immigration assistance groups they are in all the major cities, yes long queues suck but hey its free or at least low cost.

I'm not trying to be totally rose-colored, but if people don't try how do they know?
His road is not an easy one, hopefully he will respond and provide some more information so we all can continue the spirit of this site and try to be supportive and helpful to them.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-26 22:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs K-1 better option in my case?
I get my information from reading the USCIS website, the Immigration laws posted by the government, and tracking various immigration cases across the country.

If you have a problem with someone giving an opposing viewpoint deal with it, not everything has to be done by a lawyer, yes they are helpful, but a non-lawyer can also get the job done, that is what this Website is about if I remember correctly.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-26 22:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs K-1 better option in my case?
The more viewpoints the better. Someone who may have also been in this situation might actually respond, plus I'm usually quite postive, some people around here always like to say NO or be negative on things.

They wont perma-ban the guy or add another 10 years for filing a K-1, the worst that will happen is they will deny the K-1 with exactly the information they need to resolve it, plus they now open the door to appealing it thru the proper channels if it is denied.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-26 18:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs K-1 better option in my case?
Again I beg to differ with you all.

Yes they are probably happy they are leaving, but yes he is SUPPOSED to be notified and he is SUPPOSED to be red-flagged if he has a deportation order issued by a judge. That was the big deal after 9-11, INS was not red-flagging people properly and notifying them, they are supposed to be doing a better job of it now, but are they in reality, I highly doubt it, there is not enough man-power to update all the records. It is this slack or ineffectiveness why I give them a decent shot of actually getting thru the process and again unless they were CONVICTED of a criminal offense, these orders probably vacated themselves and are not even in the computer system.

Sincerely,
Ramos

Edited by ramos96, 26 June 2007 - 05:24 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-26 17:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs K-1 better option in my case?
Considering the state of confusion of all different Service Centers I would beg to differ with all of you. It seems that the OP at least on the computer has a good history since they were never red-flagged. The only time they were stopped was when stopped by INS in person. And they were also not red-flagged when leaving the country, so barring they did anything criminal and got convicted for it or is on a Government watchlist. I would take the chance of trying the K-1 route, now follow me here for a second.

The OP apparently has a good record in the Electronic System.
Yes, I agree it was probably a bad idea to lie to the judge, but the K-1 process will trump the courtcase if there is even one, the reason being the OP is not in the US and is now following the correct course of law. They could be denied of course, but hey you never know until you try.

If the OP is 10 year banned, trying the K-1 will not add per se to the ban, they will lose the app fees but at least now they will know for sure. If they contract a lawyer all the lawyer is going to do is basically the same things I have outlined, remember the lawyers dont have special access nor can they push your case thru, they are in the same boat as the rest of us.

Discuss, please.

Sincerely,
Ramos

Edited by ramos96, 26 June 2007 - 04:49 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-26 16:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTwo questions about the G-325A
I agree put everything you have, if you have to put an additional paper detailing the additional information, leave NO gaps in time, this is what they are looking for.

Sincerely,
Ramos

Edited by ramos96, 29 June 2007 - 08:10 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 20:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed urgent Help
I totally agree with that, Pushbrk.
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 21:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed urgent Help
When you are filing out your K-1 and you will get to the section where you describe your having met in the last 2 years this is where you would put that information, letters from both of your doctors supporting why both can not or have not travelled will be very helpful. I wish you much luck and please keep us all posted.

Sincerely,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 20:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTravel en route to entering the US
Y'all can stop anywhere you want before entering the US, The K-1 is a one time entry into the US, afterwards you could leave but unless you have Advanded Parole (AP) you will probably be denied re-entry.

Good Luck!
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-30 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 for Forever waiting....
VJ people are not nosey :devil: they are just overly helpful sometimes :D

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-30 10:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion about divorce papers
OY VAY here we go again,

FROM PERSONAL EXPERIENCE:

Get Certified Copies of BOTH divorces, the whole ENCHILADA not just a letter the WHOLE thing. I was RFE'ed because of this I sent in only a LETTER. Save yourself the TROUBLE and get BOTH of them and be DONE with it. Trust me the TIME you spend now getting the COMPLETE and PROPER paperwork will save time in the end.

I request a sticky, CAUSE I'm tired of ppl not gettng it thru their skulls :P Send the WHOLE thing not just a piece why waste time.

For the people who only send in the letter or part of the decree and got past, AWESOME for you, but that is not always the case, the point of the website is to help people complete the forms with the information of what they need, share experiences, and to provide a support system for them.

Most of us have been and or are going thru this crazy process.

Peace out,
Ramos
:D

Edited by ramos96, 30 June 2007 - 04:33 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-30 16:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshas anyone done this?
WTB: several hundred rubberbands for fellow VJ'ers :P

Ramos
:dance:
ramos96MaleCanada2007-07-02 21:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRunning Out of Time

Please be VERY carefull in how you do this and portray it to the USCIS.

A wedding party depending on what state you do it in can be construed very easily to the point of where you may be consided a common law marriage, which would invalidate your K-1.

Any photos or discussion of a "wedding" or "wedding ceremony" by the beneficiary of the K-1, will cause them to have to answer some very serious questions and possibly invaildate the K-1. Im not saying to hide or be secretive, I'm just saying please consider the ramifications of what you are planning or about to do. I tend to err on the side of extreme caution especially considering how long this process takes.

I HAVE to agree with the others here and HIGHLY suggest changing your plans if possible, You can plan anything you want once you have the VISA in hand, until then you are at the mercy of the process.

Humbly,
Ramos


There is no common law marriage any more and even if there were, it would NOT be determined by a wedding party (traditionally, it would've been determined by a loooong time living together as a husband and wife would). I'd love to know on what you base your assertions, Ramos.

As for discussions of "Weddings," etc - just don't be a moron and wear a gold band or carry a large, white leather album that says "our wedding" on top. You'll be fine. And don't get cute if someone says "are you married?" Don't answer "not legally," answer "NO," because that's the truth. I think with the exercise of some common sense, you'd be fine. Become a blubbering moron at the POE and you'll have a problem - but that can happen even with a K1 and no wedding party. It can happen to anyone anytime.

But if we focused on all the pitfalls alone here, I think a bunch of us would've given up long ago.

BE SMART.



I base it off of the Common law here in Texas, I think most people would be quite surprised of how easy it is actually to be considered Common Law married, it was quite interesting reading when I was reading on how to do my divorce.

From http://www.co.travis.../common_law.asp

Three elements must be present to form a common law marriage in Texas.
First, you must have "agreed to be married."
Second, you must have "held yourselves out" as husband and wife. You must have represented to others that you were married to each other. As an example of this, you may have introduced you partner socially as "my husband," or you may have filed a joint income tax return.
Third, you must have lived together in this state as husband and wife.

But I totally agree, be SMART :P

Humbly,
Ramos
:devil:

Edited by ramos96, 30 April 2007 - 01:30 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-04-30 13:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRunning Out of Time
Please be VERY carefull in how you do this and portray it to the USCIS.

A wedding party depending on what state you do it in can be construed very easily to the point of where you may be consided a common law marriage, which would invalidate your K-1.

Any photos or discussion of a "wedding" or "wedding ceremony" by the beneficiary of the K-1, will cause them to have to answer some very serious questions and possibly invaildate the K-1. Im not saying to hide or be secretive, I'm just saying please consider the ramifications of what you are planning or about to do. I tend to err on the side of extreme caution especially considering how long this process takes.

I HAVE to agree with the others here and HIGHLY suggest changing your plans if possible, You can plan anything you want once you have the VISA in hand, until then you are at the mercy of the process.

Humbly,
Ramos

Edited by ramos96, 30 April 2007 - 01:13 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-04-30 13:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage License
Too slow Devilette I beat ya to it :P

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-30 10:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage License
Here is some information for you Uzume

http://marriage.abou...p/tennessee.htm

PLEASE take note of this part specifically the bolded part:

You must also provide your Social Security number. It is a non-negotiable requirement. You must have proof of Social Security. Passports from those who are not US citizens are acceptable.

:D
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-30 10:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfiling I-129F from abroad- general questions
Several things here, remember this is what I would do if i were you:

I would not use your brother's address on the army base, what if he gets deployed or re-assigned not a good thing for something this important, same deal for where your fiance is going to live once in the us. You got 2 options here:

A. Get to work in the US and setup a place or
B. Use your parents address

You also need to consider how your going to get your mail back and forth deoending on the responses you may get from NVC, USCIS, or Service Center you may be filing at. If you happen to get an RFE, you will want to take care of that ASAP as it can slow you down.

As far as the passport photocopies are fine.

In regards to your income, they are probably going to want to see something more than 4 months of work, unless you have a co-sponsor you will have to prove to them that you are able to provide for you two, you will have to be making more than 125% of the poverty level. I dont have the link but it is on the site do a search.

As for the notary how far are you from the border, is that feasible for you??

If you are worried about the mail getting there yah I would probably do one of those, DHL, UPS, or FedEX

You have some pretty serious things you need to decide and get setup pretty quickly, but have faith all is possible.

AND lastly make 3 complete sets is what I highly suggest, 1 for you to file, 1 for you, and 1 for your fiance(e) this means everything, all original signatures and pictures. Trust me its worth doing it.

Sincerely and Good luck,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-06-29 19:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying an American, which path is best?
No need really to get a lawyer, unless you got money to burn and if you have a simple case.

The forms are pretty self explanatory, just take one form at a time. If you need advice that is what we all are here for and one of the main purposes of this site.

I know some people are going to come down hard on me for saying no lawyer, but a lawyer is really dependent on each individual case. Ours was simple, I had a previous marriage no kids, both of us have no issues with the law or ever been denied entry into a country. So I saw no reason to have a lawyer.

I just hate people spending more money than they need to, this process is enough stress as it is

Humbly,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-03 21:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying an American, which path is best?
Lets see if can give you some direction here.

First thing people are going to say is read the guides!! the guides are very informative, the more you know the easier the process will feel.

I am the USC and I married a Canadian, we did the K1 Route as that best fit our situation, she was working in HongKong and did not need or want to immigrate immediately.

A K3 from what I have seen on this board and from the people doing them seems to take as long or longer as K1, both K's have their benefits, they are outlined in the guides.

I will try to answer your questions if I can.

I understand that the American government would want us to fill out the k-1 fiance visa form, which would allow me to come to the states and get married. if I do this, do I then have to fill out a form that lets me return to canada?

If you enter under a K1 Visa you will to have Advanced Parole (AP) before you can return to the US if you leave the US, I WOULD HIGHLY suggest you do NOT do that as they will greatly complicate things, once you are married and in the states, and file for Adjustment of Status, you can file to get AP. A K3 comes with multiple entries but remember It can take longer to get.

and if so can we both come and have a ceremonial wedding in canada?
If you go the K1 route, have your party and keep quiet about it, having a "wedding" party will cause a lot of confusion to lots of people, much less trying to explain to a Government Official who has the power to DENY your entry, so have it and keep it to yourself. There is much debate already on this very subject in the forums and I'm sure everywhere.

If you go the K3 route then the entire point is your already married.

IF yes.... then how long does that take? (to be able to return to canada)
If your taking the K1 route, once you file for AP, it can be several months before you receive permission to travel, unless you have allowed emergency, you can request an emergency AP, example: my parent is dying or is very ill, there a lots of reasons that is just one of them.


Or, can we get married in canada? then he returns the the states and fills out a K3 form? how does that work and what would you guys suggest doing?
Read the guide for K3, I cannot comment on the K3 process as I did not go that route, but I think MISA went through that process send her a PM or maybe she can respond here for you.

also, if we get married in Canada, is the marriage license legal in the states?
It should be if you legally get married, remember if you legally get married you CAN NOT go thru the K1 Process.

or can we have a ceremonial wedding, then he can file for a k-1 visa and we can have a civil wedding in his state?
You can have your ceremonial wedding, but keep it again to yourself is my PERSONAL suggestion. He can then return home and start the paperwork if you go that route. A requirement of the K1 is you must get married within 90 days of entry or you will enter an illegal status, again I refer you to the guides tongue.gif

Sorry for all the questions.
No problem that is why we all are here, to share our stories, to help and support each other thru this process.

Humbly,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-03 08:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI NEED AN "A-Z" GUIDE FOR THE FIANCE(E) VISA APPLICATION
Hi Shes,

Just a question, did you read the guides at all?

I'm just wondering many of the questions you are asking are covered by them.

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-12 11:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance visa versus spouse visa--timeline benefits?
POINT YOU TO HERE:

http://www.visajourn...mp;page=compare

It will explain the differences for you. Please read it completely and come back if you still have questions.

Good luck, you have made the first step on your journey.

Humbly,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 11:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
Thread Killer!

devilette: flawless victory!!
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 13:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
I'd like to know where is TimsDaisy? 7 pages and no comment from her.

We might as well make this a party and get everyone's opinion.


<3
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 13:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
Fine, if we are all going to be demanding things.

I demand more little blue blocks under my name.

Will I get them, no. Me earning my little blue blocks is the same thing like writing letters, its a nice thing to try and do, but at the end of the day I dont think I will get free blocks.

Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 13:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
laughing.gif

I have been thru part of the process, hehe talk about someone not doing their homework.

I have officially now hijacked this thread now, somehow.

Ramos

p.s. who did I attack? :confused:

Edited by ramos96, 19 September 2007 - 01:27 PM.

ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 13:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
Stillthepretties..... hey that was directed towards me, don't be stealing my flames thank you very much. BTW your tag is a little weird, just to let you know.

Ramos
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ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 13:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
<HANDS OUT CHILL PILLS AND FLAVORED DRINKS TO EVERYONE>

Selling hugs for 1 USD each jest.gif

lighten up people, if your that passionate, use some of that energy and go volunteer.

Ramos

p.s. I'm a sponge, bring it.
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 13:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
Mods: please lock the thread it has become a train wreck and it will never be on the tracks again.

Letter writers: Good luck

Non Letter writers: There are other posts in the forums that need your responses.

alien.gif
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 12:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
I vote we make rebeccajo, the VJ grandma!!!

Your a straight shooter Rebeccajo, you have earned my respect for that, but you have to be a little nice sometimes biggrin.gif

You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar, but then again do we want all those flies? lol

Humbly,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 12:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you fed up with USCIS yet?
I think I have done that thank you biggrin.gif

Please feel free and write all the letters you wish.

People who have been on the site a while have nothing to gauge what we may consider new people by other than their questions and the "Joined:" from date. So that is WHAT I go by when responding to someone here, that is my reference and probably for a lot of other people. So I appreciate your past experiences but now you are here on THIS site and YOUR "Joined" date is your reference date for people who DONT know anything about you, so please understand and respect that, and if you are doing that already then you know what I am trying to tell you.

ITS the INTERNET people you have to take it with a grain of salt and grow some thick skin.

Humbly,
Ramos
ramos96MaleCanada2007-09-19 12:13:00