ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I mention that he visited me in the k-1 interview?
was there a prior visit, anywhere on the planet, prior to filing the I-129F ?
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-12 03:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWho receives NVC packet?

I know, me too!!! :o

It certainly will be interesting to see what the new procedure will be and if it is more efficient. :blink:


here's what I think...

0. get GUZ casefile # from NVC.
1. call DoS Hotline repeatedly to get casefile status . When hear of 'casefile opened at GUZ IV' then
2. open an account with ustraveldocs and set up the interview. download interview letter. download all packet 3 forms. get medical exam, go to interview.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-14 21:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWho receives NVC packet?
it's recently launched, and the 'writer' never studied much about the website, alas. (the writer of the accouncement for GUZ IV)
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-14 19:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWho receives NVC packet?
Holy Molies ! I forget about CGI Stanley !
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-14 10:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWho receives NVC packet?
uhm, is possible no one receives anything.

sometimes, NVC sends out some letter with the GUZ #, but it's sporadic - some get it, some don't.

Instead, you can track things with NVC and DoS, using a telephone .

Study this, post #1 and post #7,
Dodi - http://www.visajourn...he-nvc-and-dos/

then study the GUZ IV P3 shortcut -> GUZ P3 shortcut - http://www.visajourn...GUZ_P3_Shortcut

So, shift a bit, refactor a bit, don't rely on postal notification for anything.

Use a Telephone™.

Go Get Em, and Good Luck !
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-14 10:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDifference in time from proposal to filing k1
Many Canadiens have this issue, and have written about how to overcome it (this border crossing from the North)

so, find their threads, read a bit (I really mean - read a lot)

Good Luck to her !
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-14 22:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Fiancee Visa lawyer

I'll suggest a coupla things, maybe (maybe...) help you to decide whether you need an attorney or not.

a. read the VJ guides. map the steps out on paper and pencil. See if anything doesn't make sense to you.
b. Read the USCIS web portal about the forms. Map out the steps on paper and pencil. See if anything doesn't make sense to you.
c. Practice filling out the forms, at least 5 times. See if anything still doesn't make sense to you.
d. Have any red flags? Practice writing up attestation letters about each red flag.

Now, after doing (with major emphasis on DOING ) all of the above, if you do NOT understand the forms and the process and potential red flags for your petition,

then I'd suggest getting a good IMMIGRATION lawyer. You are concerned with time, I am concerned with your 'knowledge acquisition', as knowledge is power. You can have 'it' good, fast or cheap - pick 2.

Welcome to VJ, btw - this is a GREAT DIY Immigration Web Portal, with emphasis on 'Y', and 'D'.


DarnellMaleChina2013-04-14 19:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWho to get married by?
ordained is one thing.

what will matter, is IF that fella is licensed by the state of New York to perform marriages.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-16 11:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForm I-134 Verbiage very tough on Petitioner
Sawwadekaw


Cool ! you have some new ideas, refactoring things a bit, after reading the I-864.

many of the things you mention are wrong, however.

So, keep thinking, keep refactoring, you've some ways to go, still.

But I applaud you for the first rethink, the first refactor. Usually it's a mind-numbing experience. More to go, however.

I'll come back in a day and punch holes in yer posit, but most likely someone else will do that before me.

Edited by Darnell, 17 April 2013 - 05:13 AM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-17 05:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForm I-134 Verbiage very tough on Petitioner
the I-134 is not a legally binding agreement.

The I-864, filed with an adjustment of status case, is legally binding.

run through that one, instead?
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-10 23:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp after reading NVC thread
ya, this one seems useful:
Dodi - http://www.visajourn...he-nvc-and-dos/
study posts #1 and #7.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-17 12:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo you think I should send my messenger chat history with my i-129F petition package?
remember, with the proper printer and printer drivers, can print '2 pages to a page' on a printer . I suggest that for chat stuff.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-18 13:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo you think I should send my messenger chat history with my i-129F petition package?
Ya, since that casefile is headed to Guangzhou, you need to front-load it.

However, I suggest you pare back the 800 pages of chat to around 200, or 1/4 of what you've accumulated, highlighting major things and events with a yellow highlighter.

AND

include an 'evolution of relationship' letter - here is my example (but it's written for a spousal visa) - EOR - http://www.visajourn...dpost&p=3995116

So, have a rethink, refactor a bit, focus on relationship stuff to show.

Be wary of anyone not bound for China , giving advice about this.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-16 12:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmarry relative
if your state law allows it, then is ok for USCIS and Guangzhou IV.
However, be prepared at Guangzhou IV, you will get extra scrutiny.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-18 11:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresImportant Decision..what would you do?
ya, you can delay stuff at the IV unit by NOT sending in the Packet 3 response asap. You have 3 to 4 months to send it in, after it arrives.

Once it's sent in, one gets on the interview calendar.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-10 00:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresImportant Decision..what would you do?
OP - since yer NOA-1 date is 2012-11-19 -

I say do yer own stuff for graduation, and plan and budget for the trip to Tunisia, around December of 2013.

Be certain the Packet 3 docs are returned to the IV Unit around the end of October, 2013.

Go Get Em !
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-09 23:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAlmost Gave Up Hope......
well, the only thing in your story that confused me, was this -> my Jamaican friend got an interview date.

The rest of it made sense. sorta.
Please make a moment, nowish, to update yer timeline over at http://www.visajourn...e.php?id=133682

Good Luck, and Go Get Em !

Edited by Darnell, 18 April 2013 - 09:13 PM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-18 21:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 K2 Cancellation

I did and there's a lot of posts!! LOL

So you must read.

No biggie -you have time.

Here's the short list:

http://www.visajourn...dpost&p=5911911
http://www.visajourn...dpost&p=5911784
http://www.visajourn...dpost&p=5886138
http://www.visajourn...dpost&p=5102714

But, when you search again, try these parameters:
search terms = 'University Green'
Member Name = 'Gary and Alla'

click on 'display as posts.

Pardon me, whilst I LoL.

Edited by Darnell, 22 April 2013 - 08:37 AM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-22 08:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 K2 Cancellation

After my approval, it's not over yet!

After the I-129F Petition approval, the Visa Chasing has yet to start !

However, even after YOUR interview date in Paris, the child has up to 1 year past that date, to interview for a K-2 as a 'follow to join' .

What's the consensus for today, for 'what to do' ?

Is it true that if we cancel we're not allowed on the US land anymore?

anyone hold a French passport? If so, is easy to chase ESTA on the VWP.

Well yes but I can understand why they change their minds.

So, were you successful in finding and reading Gary's retelling of what his step-sons did for university in the Ukraine, or no ?

I strongly suggest you read it. It'll give you some new ideas.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-22 04:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 K2 Cancellation
since the NOA-2 just arrived on 4-19,
and since this is a teenager, with rapidly changing opinions...

just remember - you are no where close to the 'home stretch' at all.

you are 1/2 way done, but it's still 2/3rds more paperwork (funny how that works, aye?)

so - IMO? do nothing this month or next, about chasing after her K-2 or not chasing after her K-2,
as

she'll change her mind 114 times between NOW and the date it's time to sort out Packet 3 documents.

If she'd like to be in France for school and higher education, find Gary's posts about what he did for his step-sons ( Gary & Alla member name) and then study them, study what they did, and study about the calendar on what to do, when to do, for transiting in and out of the USA whilst attending school overseas.

Good Luck, and God Speed ! Recalcitrant Teenagers suck, always !

Edited by Darnell, 20 April 2013 - 01:40 PM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-20 13:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWriting ONLY on my Country`s Portal??
as a 'forum', this is about as close as yer gonna get:

http://www.visajourn...-south-america/

Good Luck, and Go Get Em !
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-21 23:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow to attach pictures?
i made some neon yellow sticky labels with our names and dob on em, put em on the front of each photo, then put all the photos in a ziplock.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-22 16:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS online status question
well, if you have questions, an ISO usually knows the answers.

a CSR, the first human that answers the phone? Not so much.

Hint: When calling, touch no keys after the first ring. You'll be transferred to the Spanish Line. Say 'English Please' and go forth, with a CSR (even if to ask the CSR to transfer you to an ISO)
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-23 16:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS online status question

FYI i just spoke to the USCIS after being on hold for 40 minutes. Still useless as always.

why you not talk with ISO ?
ISO - http://www.dhs.gov/f...5658440339.shtm
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-23 15:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS online status question

Well looks like they are working on it at least.

ya, touches are cool.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-23 15:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS online status question
ah. cool. yup, some change. thanks so much for the clarification !
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-23 14:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS online status question
nah.

The A# is assigned right as the casefile sits in front of an adjudicator, on an I-129F petition.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-23 14:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS online status question
USCIS online status question "Initial review" - but changed to today's date and assigne

this is called a 'touch' in VJ parlance.

http://www.visajourn...index.php/Touch
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-23 14:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129f (K-1) Headache
q.3 - you missed her actually applying for the tourist visa.

see, once applied and denied, you have the final bit of evidence that USCIS will pay attention to.

Edited by Darnell, 25 April 2013 - 02:02 AM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-25 02:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresa few questions about NOA2 and the rest of the process
1. http://www.visajourn.../content/k1flow
2. read #1 and #7 at Dodi - http://www.visajourn...he-nvc-and-dos/
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-25 23:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMust I visit??

So sorry if I am trying to find the best way.

The best way is to match the stipulations in the directions. That's it, that's all - chasing something else will be a waste of time and money.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-25 01:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMust I visit??

Well, I have never "met" my fiancee in person, but I feel like we have "met" enough through our words and pictures to know that we are both in love and want to be with each other for the rest of our lives.

Great ! Make the trip , then file the petition.

Don't do that, to make the trip? USCIS is gonna laugh at you, send the I-129F back to ya, denied (but will take your money)

No, we won't laugh at you, as you'll already know some shame from not following the directions.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-25 01:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp...Trouble with Chinese Birth Certificate

you get this sorted, or at least adopt a new path for obtaining stuff?


DarnellMaleChina2013-04-29 12:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp...Trouble with Chinese Birth Certificate
ya, all starts with her hukuo book.

The hukuo book is not the birth certificate, but the hukuo book is used (by some office) to generate the birth certificate, in Chinese.

Once the chinese birth certificate is obtained, a white book, notarial translation pamphlet, must be generated (as GUZ IV wants that white book for doc intake)

A&B put forth the links - but really - all starts with hukuo book. If she not live in the same district or even province as her hukuo, currently, then that's ok also - a family member that has HER in their hukuo book can get it done if they are in the hukuo city.
DarnellMaleChina2013-04-25 14:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter marrying in the US...

sure ! is easy to find on a pc, just click the word 'Guides' at the top. 


DarnellMaleChina2013-04-29 20:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter marrying in the US...

Nope, you stay in USA whilst waiting for adjustment of status and subsequent green card issuance. 

 

If you leave, you won't be allowed back in without filing new stuff. 

 

Have you reviewed the Guides Section here at VJ ? 


Edited by Darnell, 29 April 2013 - 04:18 PM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-29 16:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHere's whats after NOA2 approved. China.

2 is wrong. must be complete tax return (w-2s included) OR IRS TAX TRANSCRIPTS.  either or.  can be 2010,2011 tax transcripts and 2012 complete tax return. 

6 is the evolution of relationship letter.  USUALLY she hands this in on interview day, within first 20 seconds of interview time at the interview window.  


Edited by Darnell, 29 April 2013 - 10:21 PM.

DarnellMaleChina2013-04-29 22:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions before the interview

----

CGI Stanley Announcement -> http://guangzhou.use...rant_visas.html

China Portal, in English -> http://www.ustraveld...ml?firstTime=No

China Portal, in Chinese -> http://www.ustraveld...n_zh/index.html

 

I suggest you study post #1 and Post #7 at http://www.visajourn...he-nvc-and-dos/ and then when you learn of timetick 'GUZ IV Open CaseFile' then it's time to get busy with the ustraveldocs website. 

 

Go Get Em, and Good Luck!™ 

 

 

 

 


DarnellMaleChina2013-05-01 17:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions before the interview

no, this is the appointment letter, which is sent off somewhere to HER...  You raised an issue about her address and her receiving the appointment letter. 

Since 19 March 2013, all Guangzhou stuff for K-1 is handled through CGI Stanley, with their website ustraveldocs.com 

 

I'll post some links later today, whilst yer still sleeping. 


DarnellMaleChina2013-05-01 17:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions before the interview

is she using the usatraveldocs website?  can get the appointment letter there, iirc. 


DarnellMaleChina2013-04-29 22:27:00