ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAbandonment of Green Card
An American Green Card is for living, ie being a resident, in the US. Any stay outside the country of more than one year without prior authorization is considered to be an abandonment of resident status since you are no longer living here.
You need to start the CR-1 visa process to obtain a new visa and green card for her.
belinda63FemaleIran2010-07-15 03:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAP due to passport photos?
I can't answer your question but I can give a reason for what they want. The US uses facial recognition for it's biometrics. It is used for immigrants, persons inside the US, diplomats, pretty much everyone. What it does is it uses the measurements from certain baseline areas to others to determine a percentage match, Say from the corner of the eye to the center of the ear. The more measurement matches the higher percentage the person is likely a match. When running background checks of the person they would also run them through to compare them to any known "baddies" to see if they match that way, from the photos. Just as an FYI a lot of states now have their drivers license photos available to the FBI's facial recognition database. So if you commit a crime and your photo is anywhere on a camera near the area of the crime(which it is almost impossible to be in public now days without being on camera somewhere) they can identify you.

Don't meant to hijack your thread with this, just trying to explain why they want the ears and hairline showing. Still can't answer the question if you are required to do it but if there is no religious objection I would retake the photos just to save the hassle.
belinda63FemaleIran2012-07-26 14:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresStarting to File Paperwork Before 2 Year
If he enters the US after the two year anniversary of your marriage he is supposed to receive the 10 year green card. It is based on when he enters, not when the paperwork is filed....think this is what you are after.
belinda63FemaleIran2012-08-20 08:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdjustment of status for spouse?
She filed the petition for the CR-1. Once the petition is complete it will be sent to the embassy, interview and other stuff to be scheduled. Once he receives the visa and arrives in the US he will be sent his green card and social security card, if they requested one, within a few weeks of arrival at the address given on the petition. No adjustment of status filing is required. Two years later, less 90 days, if he has a conditional green card he will need to file to remove conditions.
belinda63FemaleIran2012-08-23 10:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresStill confused about the spousal visa process
Fire your attorney because either he is not up-to-date on immigration procedures or he is trying to milk you for money. The k-3 has been obsolete for well over a year now and even if it wasn't your spouse would still have to have the medical exam prior to receiving a visa.
File the I-130, depending on the country and a little luck, he can have the visa in about 8 months. Please read the guides to understand the step-by-step process.
belinda63FemaleIran2012-11-03 21:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-485
You need to consult with a good, informed immigration attorney. Normally if you have been deported then return without a visa there is an automatic 10 year ban with no waiver available. Find a good attorney now because if this is correct then your I-130 won't do you a hill of beans.
belinda63FemaleIran2012-12-10 22:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresif you have USA its not mean u can Enter USA
Your afraid that because of the country you flying from to the US has bad security or a bad reputation and maybe the US won't permit you to enter because maybe you have bad intentions? If you have the visa, you have already passed a background check. There is never a guarantee of entry into the US, but your chances are really good unless something comes up on the computer between the time your visa was issued and the time you arrive.
belinda63FemaleIran2013-03-13 21:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPrevious K1
The answer is yes, it might affect her current I-130. Although she is legally married to her current spouse the misrepresentation on the K-1 application might be viewed as a material misrepresentation on her part. Since she stated she was not previously married and she stated she was free to marry, both of which were not true, this could be applied to her situation. A material misrepresentation to gain immigration benefits can carry a life-time ban from the US.
belinda63FemaleIran2013-03-23 23:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPrevious K1
Depends if they consider her failure to report her marriage during her first K-1 and her lying about her being "free to marry" as a material misrepresentation. I don't know how someone could not know they were married.... She may have a life-time ban against her for her failure to be honest the first time around.
belinda63FemaleIran2013-03-23 22:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFiancé from Canada wants to move to US after married
Well problems.....she can't come on a fiance visa if she is married. You can file for a spousal visa but not until you are married (August) and it takes about a year to obtain the visa. She can come to visit for up to six months, which sounds like it would be the best idea, but as you said, what about her belongings? I assume she is still in school there?
belinda63FemaleIran2013-04-06 20:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMiltary Husband needs help
Not sure why all the trouble for a birth certificate. The child was born in a hospital in Germany, therefore they make a birth certificate. You take the birth certificate along with the rest of the paperwork to the US embassy and obtain a CRBA, only requires a few months. With CRBA in hand, or even at the same time, apply for a US passport for the child.
Worse comes to worse, he files the I-130 and starts over, about one year until she has her visa.
belinda63FemaleIran2013-04-17 08:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow soon can I marry and file for my fiance's CR-1?
My understanding in the Philippines an annulment can take years. No red flags there. Make sure you allow sufficient time to obtain everything you need to get married, I think it takes 10 days there minimum.
belinda63FemaleIran2013-04-23 16:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK1 to CR1
There is no converting. If you marry while the K-1 is in process you will have to cancel it and file for a CR-1, starting from the beginning.
belinda63FemaleIran2013-04-24 19:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI130 filler needs help plz

You have to prove you have a place to live when you return to the US. It can be your own home or apartment or living with family, but you need an address in the US where you and spouse can live when you arrive.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-05-09 10:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI130 filler needs help plz

You need to prove by yourself or with a co-sponsor that you meet 125% of the poverty level. You also need proof of a US domicile.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-05-09 09:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureslil bit confused

I know why he suggested the K-3.  It is more money in his pocket. Stay with the CR-1, better all the way around.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-05-15 15:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSomeone to help this young couple

Assets can be used with certain restrictions. They must met the 3X or 5X rule (not sure which). So if his income was $5.000 short the assets would have to be 3X 5000 or 5X 5000 (someone help me here). Working two jobs is certainly an option also. For a while between hubby and me we had five part-time jobs. Recent grads are having a hard time but somehow the income or a co-sponsor has to be there. 

The US government wants to do everything it can to prevent an immigrant from becoming a burden on the country and also to ensure the immigrant has a certain quality of life here. Imagine if you came and your spouse did not make much, you would always worry about how to buy food, coud you pay the rent, what if you need to go to the doctor, all those things.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-05-15 20:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHave to send Cover sheet Monday w/ missing papers - HELP!

You have to have an address in the US where you will live. USCIS can't expect you to get off the plane and be homeless, you must have a domicile even if it is your parent's or a friend's place.

If you are not currently employed you can use US based assets on a 3X to the poverty level. (more in a minute) You need to send a letter explaining why you did not file a US tax return. For example, I had no income for this year therefore I am exempt from filing a ITR. If you were employed in a location other than the US you need to explain you did not file an ITR because your income was below the required filing amount (if this is true).

You assets must be US based, otherwise how will the government take them if the sponsored immigrant obtains means tested benefits.

So you need to provide an address where you will be living and proof that you will be living there, for example a letter from your parents. A letter explaining why you did not file a 2012 ITR. Proof of US based assets of 3X the required poverty level or paperwork for a cosponsor.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-05-18 20:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed help

It is common in Islamic Countries for the male to be older than the female by 10 or more years. As to the rest of it I have no idea how someone is married for four years and never has sex. My problem was I am almost 10 years older than my spouse and this is a big no-no in his country. Second was I already had three children and he had none. We made it through it.

This case has big red flags all over it. Two prior marriages and immigration for both, her not knowing a lot about her spouses history, a four year marriage and she didn't seem to know much about him. All I can say is good luck.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-06-22 21:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed help

I don't think in Pakistan the age would be a big factor although I would address it. The big thing is why haven't you consummated the marriage? I looks, from what immigration wrote, that you are doing this just for the green card. You have not had sex with him and you know little about his past. He has only come to see you twice? Big red flags. Really, you've been married for four years and have not slept together?


belinda63FemaleIran2013-06-22 07:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresExpedite based on USCIS false advice for K1? (split)

Problem one is asking the call center at USCIS for information. They are just people off the street with flow charts and they really don't know anything. If you are dead set on getting married in August you might as well cancel the K-1 now. There is no point in continiuing to pursue it if you are going to marry prior to obtaining the visa and arriving in the US.

After you are married you file the CR-1 (I-130) and stuff according to the guides. You will go back to the beginning and have to wait for the entire process to complete, the petition to be approved, then an interview in London. You can visit the US while you wait but you cannot stay.

So sorry the misinformation line got you, it does this quite a bit.

I saw you mention a K-2. Will the child be under the age of 18 when you marry? If so a seperate 1-130 will have to be filed for them.


Edited by belinda63, 02 July 2013 - 06:51 AM.

belinda63FemaleIran2013-07-02 06:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIf you have incomplete requirements in filling 130? is it possible that you will be received noa1?

All the NOA-1 does is verify that the basic packet is received. They look for money, forms, and signatures. It is not a review of the entire packet, just a quick look over to see if it looks like it is complete. In about 6 months, when it arrives at the desk of the officer, then it will be looked at page by page and if anything is missing an RFE will be sent.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-07-03 08:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFilipina previously married in Phil. and remaried in Canada with US citizen man with out undergo the annulment in Phil. anyone can advice ?

The way I'm reading this is both children were 18 or older when the marriage happened. Thus they will have to wait for the mother to become an LPR and she can petition for them. Since both children are 18+ is there a need for the father's consent? (Phlippine law). Moot point anyway since there will be a wait for them due to the mother having to file.

Since the she is already married to the US citizen speaking of the K-1 is moot also.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-06-06 22:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFilipina previously married in Phil. and remaried in Canada with US citizen man with out undergo the annulment in Phil. anyone can advice ?

I believe, someone with more knowledge help out, that a divorce anywhere but the philippines is not valid for a philippine citizen as far as the country of the Philippines considers,(it is valid in the US). So her divorce in Canada would not be recognized in the philippines but will be recognized in the US. Since she is in Canada, she would have no problem if she does not return to the Philippines. If she returns to the Philippines they will consider her still married to husband number one.

If she married prior to the youngest daughter turning 18 the US citizen step-father can apply for the I-130 for the child.The oldest daughter (20) is out of luck. The mother will have to wait until she is an LPR then file a petition for the daughter.

The problem is getting the child out of the Philippines. Without parental consent, and with the divorce not being recognized there, this is going to present a major issue.


belinda63FemaleIran2013-06-05 20:16:00
Middle East and North AfricaRaising bi-cultural kids

While kids aren't in our plans for the next few years, I do find myself wondering how I will instill both Egyptian and American pride and culture in my kids, and find a way to balance it, so that they're proud of being both, and don't think of themselves as primarily egyptian or primarily american (ooo, look at that run on sentence).

I know we're going to try to raise them bilingually, inshaAllah. My husband will speak arabic with them and I'll speak english. Eep, better get on that arabic so I'll know what my kids are saying.

I got some cute little baby thobes for my friend's kid when I was in Egypt last time, so I'm hoping to dress my kids biculturally too :D My husband is actually going through this right now too, with himself. I got him a kufi that he wears when he prays, but he's started to wear it other times too, and may venture outside with it on as a statement of his muslim identity. A lot of people here think he's latino.

I can only hope my kids will be this cute inshaAllah!

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Anyone else have thoughts on the issue?



We plan to work on children asap when he arrives. We surely want to teach our children both languages. They need to be able to communicate with the family in Morocco. History and culture of Morocco is a must, I don't know what they ned to specifically be taught of the US as they will see and learn that anyhow. Religion, yes my sweetie is muslim (by birth, not choice) and he feels children should have a choice. He said he does not know that he would have chosen differently, but would like to have had the chance to. I am a UU so we offer courses in all major world religions for children to explore. Not the "do this or it's a sin aspect" but the facts and history of what each religion is.
soul_encounterNot TellingMorocco2006-07-23 06:38:00
Middle East and North AfricaGood News

soul_encounter: "My sweetie is in Khemissett, being not so patient too... "

My sweetie is in Khemisset too! Maybe they know each other?


Ohhhh wow, coooool... Your NOA1 date is really close to ours too, wonder if we could arrange a joint interview timing for them so they have moral support..lol My baby seems to know almost everyone there, of course, khemissett is small as you know, I don't want to announce his full name on an open internet posting but pm me sometime, we'll find out if our guys know each other. I have met 4 other couples in waiting from Khemissett and one guy who did my hair and make-up at our engagement ceremony with a US spouse, who got his visa and left while I was still there, he's here now and just got his work permit, but still a little homesick :( Having a network of familiar friends when they are here is a plus.
soul_encounterNot TellingMorocco2006-06-13 11:28:00
Middle East and North AfricaGood News

soul_encounter, our NOA1 dates are so close.... inch'allah we both have speedy, easy journeys! As I wish for all my friends here on VJ.... hell, anyone going thru this process. It'll be interesting to watch each other's cases. Perhaps our guys will meet along the way... Where's your man from, anyhow? Said is in Casablanca.
Let's go NOA2 :thumbs:
Noura



Ohhhhhhh yea... NOA2 NOA2 ... I can't wait.. lol It is almost embarrasing how exciting waiting on a piece of paper can be. My sweetie is in Khemissett, being not so patient too... at least he has soccer this month to busy his mind with. Great to know we are so close in our timelines, yours was transferred from Texas to California too I see. Best of Luck to you and all!!! >praying>>>> move our papers move em move em
soul_encounterNot TellingMorocco2006-06-13 06:19:00
Middle East and North AfricaGood News
I know, i was thinking there wait was long too, but evidently, it took her awhile to respond to and figure out the RFE... Any wait in my book is too long, sighs, but that no movement and imbra stuff had me way scared, just happy to know someone somewhere out there in immigration land is working and getting apps approved at all. My NOA1 is 5/1/06 btw, so I am just praying
soul_encounterNot TellingMorocco2006-06-12 18:56:00
Middle East and North AfricaGood News

Congratulations 2 them :luv: :thumbs:


soul_encounterNot TellingMorocco2006-06-12 18:51:00
Middle East and North AfricaGood News
Hey all, while in morocco this year I met another american lady and her moroccan fiance. We have kept in touch since and I have good news from her today. Her NOA1 was early december 05 and she got word today, her papers were sent to Casa today!!! Yea... Just good to hear things are moving for some people still... she did have one RFE as well, small delay
soul_encounterNot TellingMorocco2006-06-12 15:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support Fee
Thanks for the reply. It makes sense, but does not seem to jive with the FAQs from State Department:

Is There a Fee I Will Need to Pay for the Affidavit of Support Forms?

Yes, there is a $88 fee per case for reviewing the Affidavit of Support (Forms I-864, I-864A, I-864W and/or I-864EZ) when the form(s) is(are) filed in the U.S. See Immigrant Services - Other Fees.


Is There a Fee to Review the Affidavit of Support at a U.S. embassy or Consulate Abroad?

No, when the I-130 and subsequent Affidavit of Support (AOS) form is filed outside the U.S. a fee is not charged.


Question: Does the I864 form actually need to be sent back to the NVC for review, or just pay NVC a fee?

Also, in an email from NVC about 3 weeks ago, they said a Invoice was sent. However, she has never received it and they have not replied to her follow-up inquiries. Will NVC discuss her case with me if I call on her behalf?
minha_raposaMaleBrazil2012-06-26 00:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support Fee
Hello all. My USC sister-in-law resides in Brasil with her husband and has been trying to get questions answered from NVC but only receives boilerplate information that seems wrong (when she even gets a response). The latest information from NVC said they sent her an AOS Fee Bill Invoice with instructions how to pay the fee, but she has never received it.

From what I can tell, an AOS fee is only required if filed here in the US. Since she filed CR1, the AOS will be reviewed at the Consulate and no fee is required.

Am I correct in my understanding? Any help is greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Mike
minha_raposaMaleBrazil2012-06-25 23:08:00
Middle East and North AfricaK-1
I just knew the big 3 forms were needed-didn't know about 693 until a few days ago. Are there any other forms needed?


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We are in Ky, so I dont think the doctor in TX will help us. We went to the health department here and they gave him the shots a person normally needs for a green card plus Hep A and B. They said some of the other shots are only given to children and some are not available right now.


It doesn't matter where you live. You don't have to use civil surgeons in your home state. We used Dr. Arnold from Texas and we live in Wisconsin. This has nothing to do with what state you live in. You must get a civil surgeon to fill out the I-693 vaccination supplement, and Dr. Arnold does that via mail for $20 or $30 (I can't even remember which). We did not get a 2nd medical exam.


RobinaFemalePakistan2009-08-18 18:52:00
Middle East and North AfricaK-1
The immunization system in SWAT pakistan is not computerized or organized at all. His parents did not keep the records years ago when he got the shots. Now no one can give verification of them. It's simply not needed in normal life there.

We are in Ky, so I dont think the doctor in TX will help us. We went to the health department here and they gave him the shots a person normally needs for a green card plus Hep A and B. They said some of the other shots are only given to children and some are not available right now.

Do you think it would be a problem to send in the AOS paperwork with what we have and let them tell us to get more shots or the physical exam later if needed?
RobinaFemalePakistan2009-08-17 22:16:00
Middle East and North AfricaK-1
He had to do a 2nd medical exam there right before he came in May 2009
RobinaFemalePakistan2009-08-17 15:48:00
Middle East and North AfricaK-1
My husband is here on a K-1 visa. We dont have any documentation of which vaccinations he has already had. We are confused now about which shots to get or not. There is a long list on the immigration website, but doctors said they usually only give 3 or 4 of them. What do we do? The health department is also saying that he needs a physical exam here in the US, but I didnt read that requirement anywhere. Do we need that or not?

Thanks for any help you can give us.

Robin
RobinaFemalePakistan2009-08-17 09:23:00
Middle East and North AfricaHELP!!! Spending too much $ on phone bills...
So if it's set up with a US number, he doesn't have to pay the international rates?


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www.alosmart.com

If a card does not work well (not connecting or you can't hear well), just call their CS number, they will correct it immediately and get you a new card or pin number. I think they rock! biggrin.gif good.gif

Are you going there soon to Morocco? If so, buy a magic jack and bring it with you in your luggage for him and all he has to do is plug it into his computer and call you for free. He can call anywhere in the US for free. wink.gif


RobinaFemalePakistan2009-08-28 20:59:00
Middle East and North AfricaHELP!!! Spending too much $ on phone bills...
If he can already call you for free, why dont you just miss ring him and have him call you back?
RobinaFemalePakistan2009-08-28 20:50:00
Middle East and North AfricaMENA CR1/K3/K1 filers
I call them 2 times per week also. They know me quite well. I have been know to yell and cry on the phone. It's so frustrating that no one can tell you anything. However, the DOS phone answerers have no control or say in this process at all. I have been searching and searching to find out who does have any power to work on our cases. I have yet to find out though. Good luck, hope your AP is shorter than mine..... headbonk.gif


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How many calls to DOS is too many? I'm fighting calling every day, but am thinking twice a week is ok? Lady today was nice, but still the same ole thing.

I think twice a week is acceptable. They can make jokes amongst eachother.."hey, who gets to talk to Tina today?"
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I'm totally ok with being the butt of someone elses joke, long as they get my honey to me soon! biggrin.gif

i hear ya..let them have some fun while they work right? as long as they get you some good news good.gif


You got it sister! wink.gif


RobinaFemalePakistan2009-02-15 23:10:00
Middle East and North AfricaMENA CR1/K3/K1 filers
I have never heard of anyone filing the K1 and K3 at the same time. Are you engaged or married. Sorry, but I dont understand how or why you filed both of them???

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I filed the K3 in June 2007 and the K1 in July 2007. It was later I learned you could file them together. It took a week or two for each NOA 1 to come and 6 months before the NOA 2 came. It went through the NVC onto the Embassy in about 4 months and we've been waiting for an interview since April 2008. I just got an email from the consulate that they will notify us soon when the interview is. I check the site regularly but still waiting for whatever is going on if we're on hold or what because he was taken into the Egyptian Military in January.


RobinaFemalePakistan2009-02-15 23:03:00