ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-3032 from Wife

Okay, yesterday was my NOA2.

Today I couldn't call NVC because they're having a power outage.

My next step is to get DS-3032 email format sent from my wife's (The alien relative) email address.

Problem is, my wife doesn't have internet and isn't in a town that has internet.

Can I just send the DS-3032 for an e-mail account made on her behalf, as if she created it?


Sure, why not -- sometimes a situation calls for one to be creative.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-01 16:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat to apply for

I'm an American . I have been married to a Moroccan lady since 2006. We have a 2 yrs old son. I was working in Iraq, now we are ready to move to the US. What type of visa should I apply for my wife that is the quickest? Obviously, my son will not need a visa.

Mike



File a I-130 petition for your wife, your son will need to be documented as a U.S. citizen. You do so with a Consular Report Of Birth Abroad.
Here is the link with regards to CRBA. Here is the link to the "Guides" regarding filing the I-130 from outside of the U.S.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-02-28 21:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI put the wrong address on my I-130
USCIS sends RFEs many times for documents when they're included with the package, so a RFE can be generated for a host of reasons.

Try the 1 800 number to see if that will work for you.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-04 10:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI put the wrong address on my I-130
I hate to be the bearer of more bad news, had you used your foreign address, your I-130 would've very likely been approved rather quickly.

You can call the National Customer Service Center at (800) 375-5283, which changes your address for the specific application you've submitted. Plus you call complete the AR-11 online.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-04 10:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEXPEDITE REQUEST ANSWER

i just called and talked to them she told me it was a vaild request that falls under the human bracket of the expedite descriptions. now its off to the CSC director for a approval. I will pray and hope for good news!!!


Congratulations!
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-02-29 22:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEXPEDITE REQUEST ANSWER

I have a question maybe you guys can help me out. I want to expedite my wifes i-130. what i want to know can it be possible to submit one for her when she is 5 months preggy and doesnt have the resources to attend the doctor and buy proper food for herself in the philippines. what you think i should do


A request to expedite based on your wife being pregnant is not a reason for the request to be approved. From start to finish an I-130 -- to issuance of a IR-1/CR-1 is in the 9 months range.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-02-29 20:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEXPEDITE REQUEST ANSWER
That form you got would be the I-797 or your NOA. I would call back to the military help line and talk to that same contact or someone else if he isn't available. However, the I-130 with overseas addresses have been getting pretty fast approvals from USCIS.

If you have your actual orders, mail a copy of your orders with an attached a copy of your NOA. Write "Military Expedite" on the outside of the envelope also.

Good luck!

Edited by Leatherneck, 28 February 2012 - 08:42 PM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-02-28 20:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864
Your current income exceeds 125% of the Poverty Guidelines for a family of two -- your income is sufficient. You can include a cover letter with the I-864 explaining you had no employment in the previous years, hence, no three years of income tax returns. Include a letter from your employer indicating your annual income and include recent pay stubs.

Edited by Leatherneck, 04 March 2012 - 05:27 PM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-04 17:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures1month delay in sending I-864 to NVC

I did not send any pay stubs. I'm not saying this would for sure work for you, but in our experience it did. All I sent is a letter from my employer stating when I would start working, what my income would be, and that it was not a temporary position. I also sent a letter of explanation that I wrote so they would know that my job status had changed since my last year's taxes were filed and I included on there what my expected annual income would now be.

As a side note, one thing you will find is that overall on VJ people will tell you to take/send more evidence than what even USCIS or NVC requests (e.g. according to the instructions on the I-864, there is no need to send recent pay stubs unless requested to do so. Here's what they say..."You may include evidence supporting your claim about your expected income for the current year if you believe that submitting this evidence will help you establish ability to maintain sufficient income. You are not required to submit this evidence, however, unless specifically instructed to do so by a Government official. For example, you may include a recent letter from your employer, showing your employer's address and telephone number, and indicating your annual salary. You may also provide pay stub(s) showing your income for the previous six months. If your claimed income includes alimony, child support, dividend or interest income, or income from any other source, you may also include evidence of that income.")

All that to say this, I don't think it's a bad thing to send pay stubs, etc., but at the same time it is not something that USCIS specifically looks for. It is always good to be over-prepared rather than under-prepared. So really, it's your call as to whether you want to try sending it with or without the pay stubs. It may result in an RFE, but then at the same time, not sending it for a month will also result in a delay.


Agreed, however, in the case of the OP, he has no tax returns from previous years to submit. So pay stubs would not hurt in his case, he has no other way to document any income other than the letter from his employer.

Edited by Leatherneck, 06 March 2012 - 02:25 PM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-06 14:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures1month delay in sending I-864 to NVC

THANK YOU


You bet!

Good luck!
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-06 06:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures1month delay in sending I-864 to NVC

Did you pass your recent pay stub?Or only you;re annual income at letter of explanation is enough?Thanks!!!


You really need to submit the pay stub(s) to substantiate your income and support your claim of employment.

Edited by Leatherneck, 06 March 2012 - 04:56 AM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-06 04:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures7 days after NOA2...

its been a week since we got that great news that we are approved, now the next stage would be the NVC... when should hubby start calling them for our case number? and after getting that case number whats next? how bout that DS thing? i don't really have any idea about the next steps were kinda lost here and im confused about it honestly, someone please enlighten us about these thanks so much in advance. God bless you all! :)


This is a great thread to guide you in the right direction. Here.
Pay particular attention to the 1st and 2nd post.

Edited by Leatherneck, 08 March 2012 - 11:11 AM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-08 11:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 spouse Visa for me, my son is included in the petition

My husband filed two separate 1-130 petitions, one for me and one for my son . . but until now we are still wating for NOA 2 . .we did not file 1-`129f as everyone is saying it will just delay our papers for approval . . thanks


Have lots of patience, the wait for the NOA2 will be several months.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-08 14:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 spouse Visa for me, my son is included in the petition
Why file the I-129F? The I-129F will be administratively closed and the I-130 will be processed for the purpose of a IR-1 or CR-1 visa. At least it was free so your husband only lost his time.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-02-29 15:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 spouse Visa for me, my son is included in the petition

i am already confuse . . will my husband need to file K4 form for my son . . but he is included in the petition . . please enlighten me on this . .


Your son will derive his immigration benefits as a result of your approved petition, if he is included in the petition.

I'm sure Darnell will fill you in about the K-3, which is basically a dead visa option.

Edited by Leatherneck, 26 February 2012 - 08:55 PM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-02-26 20:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Part 5
How many times did you count your wife? There's your answer.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-10 02:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUS Citizen married to Filipina living in Singapore

Thanks for the fast reply! That's good to hear. I'm sending my I-130 petition for my wife soon so I'll start looking at the IR-1/CR-1 process too.



Keep in mind, that is only the first leg of the processing completed at USCIS, there will be further processing once the approved petition is sent to NVC. Filing from abroad, seems to avoid the long wait at USCIS for approval.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-10 23:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUS Citizen married to Filipina living in Singapore

Thanks for the fast reply! That's good to hear. I'm sending my I-130 petition for my wife soon so I'll start looking at the IR-1/CR-1 process too.



You're welcome!

Do not submit a I-129F in addition to the I-130 and your petition will be processed relatively fast. Even if you do submit a I-129f, it'll be closed administratively. Once approved at USCIS and the case is complete at NVC -- there are only 2 visa options available, based on how long you've been married.

Less than 2 years = CR-1 -- which gets your wife a 2 year Green card and 2 years or more = IR-1 -- which means she receives a 10 Green card.

Be sure to read the "Guides."

Edited by Leatherneck, 10 March 2012 - 11:24 PM.

LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-10 23:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUS Citizen married to Filipina living in Singapore
There are quite a few members that have filed the I-130 from abroad. USCIS has been approving I-130s with a foreign address relatively fast. For example, there was one recently that was approved in 7 days from NOA1 to NOA2.

The K-3 visa is an obsolete visa, your visa options will be IR-1/CR-1.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-10 22:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPending? 1 more document needed:(

:thumbs: Sure Leatherneck i will tell u, as soon i have my visa. I hope not long, :blink:
thank u for your response i appreciate it :)


You bet!
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-01 06:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPending? 1 more document needed:(

thank u Leatherneck, I'm praying too :innocent:


You're welcome!

Don't worry or stress over it, like I said, it's normal for the CO to want or request an NBI with AKA.

Look at it like this, that means the CO had no other concerns if all he/she wanted to see in addition to
the documents you submitted was the NBI with AKA.

Update us when you get your visa in the mail.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-01 05:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPending? 1 more document needed:(

NBI Clerance with AKA. Why?


"Why?" Trying to get an idea of why the hold up. To request an NBI with AKA is normal. Most likely your visa will be approved.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-01 04:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPending? 1 more document needed:(
What additional document did you provide?
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-01 04:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPending? 1 more document needed:(

Hi guys, just want to ask, I've done my interview today and the consul told me that they still need 1 more document from me, and I can send it via 2GO, So I already did too today. But they didn't tell me if I'm approved or not, they just took my form for visa delivery 2GO. What should I do?
Please tell me if anyone who have this experience before, thank u:(


There is nothing you can do but wait, the decision is in the hands of the consular officer. Many beneficiaries get approved without any indication from the CO and most are told immediately.

Since they kept your visa, that is a good sign.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-01 04:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresindividual income tax returns

Hello to everyone, please i am inquiring how can my husband apply for ITIN on behalf of me while i am staying overseas to be considered as resident alien for tax purposes only as he filed income tax for 2011 as single . . thanks and God Bless to all .


Here's a much shorter thread that will answer your question also.

http://www.visajourn...using-passport/
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-12 06:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFiling Tax Return 2011
Did you earn more than $92,900 last year?

Purpose of Form
If you qualify, you can use Form 2555 to figure your foreign earned income exclusion and your housing exclusion or deduction. You cannot exclude or deduct
more than your foreign earned income for the year.

You may be able to use Form 2555-EZ, Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, if you did not have any
self-employment income for the year, your total foreign earned income did not exceed $92,900, you do not have any business or moving expenses, and you do not claim the housing exclusion or deduction. For more details, see Form 2555-EZ and its separate instructions.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-14 00:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion. 130approved. Wait for nvc? Or send forms?
Read this, particularly the first two post.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-16 19:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI need to bring her here!!!

What if i was to get a new job after i sent my I-130 and G-325a forms in? I know you have to notify them if your address changes, but what if you change your job


There is no requirement to notify USCIS of a change in employment.
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-17 05:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI need to bring her here!!!

I read on the US Embassy Manila website that you have to have a paternity DNA test before the Embassy will grant the baby US Citizenship , anyone know about this? They said the parents and baby go to St Lukes, have the samples taken, then mail the kit to the US for analysis before they give anything.


Actually DNA testing is voluntary, "The testing option is normally offered to applicants who have tried, but have been unable, to meet the legal requirement of establishing a biological relationship (filiation) on which nationality may be based."

http://photos.state....C 16 2011_.pdf
LeatherneckMalePhilippines2012-03-15 07:14:00
Middle East and North Africavery confused and need help!!!

yea i called the DOS they said not to worry about the expiration date>


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-21 22:21:00
Middle East and North AfricaCario Embassy

Closed Tuesday the 9th ........ 


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-08 14:15:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

yeah .. but on there website it said 54 days which is like 2 month sooo.. if u have been waiting a month already ... one more ensh2lah and you will know the interview date. They need to open the embassy, a week is enough!!


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-06 22:15:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

Thanks for all your help smile.png pray for me that everything goes well !! 


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-03 16:47:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

ohh... i really hope that we don't get this letter. but thanks for the heads up smile.png Is that what happened to you?


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-03 03:46:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

Thank you , that really helped me understand how things work . hopefully everything goes well , i mean we have all the documents that they need, and i rarely hear of actual relationship getting denied. 


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-02 14:47:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

And what are the reasons for them sending it back to USCIS other then they do not approve of our case in the interview?


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-02 14:34:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

oh, so after the interview, is there a time limit? i do here that some people take forever in the AP review ? 


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-02 13:45:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

well, i am waiting for them to schedule an interview, does that mean that it is possible for them once it expires to send it back TO uscic just because it expired?? I am waiting on them ... soo 


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-02 13:37:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

my question is do we have to tell the embassy that our case expires after 4 month or do they know that ?

when i got the letter from uscis it said that our case expires in 4 months, but everyone seems to exceed that time period, does that mean that it is not important ?


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-02 13:25:00
Middle East and North Africawait time for interview letter at cairo embassy

Well, i don't really know. Some people get it in two weeks other 3 month.. i have no idea, but i guessing because of what is happening now in Egypt  there will be delays. i am waiting on mine too.. sent it on the 10th of june..sooo, lets pray soon. 


Kat1234Not TellingEgypt2013-07-02 02:30:00