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National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC May 2013 - K1 filers..

hey Everyone i need help

Do you know if the packet 3 information will sent to me in the USA or my Fiance in Cambodia? they say has been mailed to you since early June?


kewllimitsMaleCambodia2013-06-16 23:59:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC May 2013 - K1 filers..

Thank u!!

 

your welcome and good luck :-)


kewllimitsMaleCambodia2013-06-14 18:47:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC May 2013 - K1 filers..

What number should I be calling to get my case number? I have NOA2 and waiting on NVC...

 

NVC Call 1-603-334-0700


kewllimitsMaleCambodia2013-06-14 18:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC May 2013 - K1 filers..

hey everyone how everyone is doing? hope everyone is happy :-)

i just want to know if my fiance should call the U.S. Embassy in Cambodia if are case got there? or we should wait for they contact her in Cambodia?

 

 

 

11/03/2012 - See her the first time
11/18/2012 - Got Engaged
01/21/2013 - I-129F sent
01/23/2013 - I-129F received 
01/25/2013 - NOA1 Notice Date
01/30/2013 - Alien registration # changed
01/31/2013 - NOA1 Hard Copy Received
05/15/2013 - Approved
05/17/2013 - I-797 NOA2 Hard Copy Received
05/23/2013 - NVC Received 
05/24/2013 - Got The Case #










Edited by kewllimits, 10 June 2013 - 10:17 PM.

kewllimitsMaleCambodia2013-06-10 22:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC May 2013 - K1 filers..

So Happy today i call And got my case # dancin5hr.gif

NVC # (603) 334-0700

 

 

11/03/2012 - See her the first time
11/18/2012 - Got Engaged
01/21/2013 - I-129F sent
01/23/2013 - I-129F received 
01/25/2013 - NOA1 Notice Date
01/30/2013 - Alien registration # changed
01/31/2013 - NOA1 Hard Copy Received
05/15/2013 - Approved
05/17/2013 - I-797 NOA2 Hard Copy Received







05/23/2013 - NVC Received 

05/24/2013 - Got The Case # 

 


kewllimitsMaleCambodia2013-05-24 18:50:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionvery disappointed and sad

Best bet is to go to her and engage there. Your going to keep getting denied if your not even engaged, they don't care what her family thinks because the visa is for her and you are the only other person that matters in the filing.


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 13:21:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN400 question

yea its better to just bring some just incase. Usually when your in the conditional GC for two years then either applying for naturalization, you should have three years worth of tax return together anyways.


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 11:20:00
US Citizenship General Discussionapplying in a complicated situation

Best would be filing taxes but would recommend legal advice from a immigration lawyer. But she has violated her continuous residency and would have a higher chance of getting denied.


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 11:56:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionCitizenship and divorce (name change question)

when your going on a vacation, don't go out the country! they do look at how many times and how long you've gone out the US for 5 years. It will run more smoothly if you stay within the US.


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 12:22:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDecision can not be made at this time WTH

lol they do that sometimes to get people in a frantic mode even though they know the person is going to be approved. Congrats 


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 12:27:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionAddress change while N 400 pending

as long as you let them know and are in the same district. should be a no problem


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 12:35:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionLost Greencard

you will have to file I-90 for a replacement under lost or stolen GC before you can apply for naturalization. I don't think a police report is necessary, I didn't do it and i got another GC just fine and just got my naturalization. 


eapa34MalePhilippines2013-05-30 12:24:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionA bizarre situation ever happened before.

I just read the original post again and realized the nonresident filing options don't apply in this case. My apologies.

 

If you qualified to file married-joint in previous years, unless you separated for 6 months in 2012, your wife is not eligible for HOA in 2012. Was she advised to file HOA?

 

 


minahhhhNot TellingCanada2014-02-28 19:33:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionA bizarre situation ever happened before.

 

Why would one file HOA instead of Married filing joint? The standard deduction is higher

 

Standard Deduction Amounts for 2013

 

 

From what I've learned, it's not black and white. Everyone has different situations/factors that dont always situate them into the norm, so I'm not able to say why one would choose this way or that.

 

I encourage anyone to not only file their taxes with firms they trust and have good records (or to be well-informed if they are filing themselves), but also be in contact with IRS directly with any concerns or questions. This way there's no guesswork.


minahhhhNot TellingCanada2014-02-28 18:43:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionA bizarre situation ever happened before.

You might be able to file as head of household, if you are married to non-resident alien. See here:
http://www.irs.gov/I...ad-of-Household
(I do not remember whether it applies in any case, or only if you lived abroad - I guess should be in any case)
However, if your spouse did not have any income to report during the year, then filing married filing jointly is usually better for you then filing as head of household

As for the main topic of the tread - honestly, a laymen person, without too much tax and general law experience, with probably not perfect English, in a stressful situation of the interview, is offered to make a complicated yes/no decision on the spot in 1 minute about whether to withdraw the application.. Based on the suspicion(!) of the immigration officer that he either probably did tax fraud or probably was in fact separating from his wife. I find the whole story unsettling. To me it sounds as if he was simply intimidated into withdrawing.
Now, it might be that his situation is clean, or it might be that suspicions of the immigration officer are correct, but that is a different story.





 

Oops, just saw that you had posted it already! I am currently a nonresident alien, living in the US with my USC husband, not employed (obviously), with a qualifying dependent. If the op's case is similar to ours they should not have had any problem.

 

Unfortunately, this rule isn't widely known. Until we were informed of this, we had no idea we qualified for the benefit. Maybe the IO wasn't aware of this either.


minahhhhNot TellingCanada2014-02-28 16:49:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionA bizarre situation ever happened before.

"If you are a U.S. citizen married to a nonresident alien you may qualify to use the head of household tax rates. You are considered unmarried for head of household purposes if your spouse was a nonresident alien at any time during the year and you do not choose to treat your nonresident spouse as a resident alien. However, your spouse is not a qualifying person for head of household purposes. You must have another qualifying person and meet the other tests to be eligible to file as a head of household."

 

http://www.irs.gov/I...ad-of-Household

 

I have confirmed this with several tax filing agencies as well as IRS directly - it is not widley known, unfortunately (probably due to the amount of abuse it would get?). The link above is direct from IRS website. There are instances where a USC married to a nonresident alien can file head of house. If you fit the criteria, maybe print out the page, contact IRS to get verification on your tax situation specifically, and see if you can get anything directly from them printed out to provide as evidence towards your immigration case.


minahhhhNot TellingCanada2014-02-28 16:38:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionk-1 extension

well answered my own question... Fiancee just sent me the instructions for faxing the consulate.

 

 


S&J2014Not TellingJapan2014-02-06 23:58:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionk-1 extension

Well first hiccup in this process, so needing a little advice. 

 

We filed back in September, had a smooth approval on November 12th.

 

Took some time getting to the consulate however due to the delays we've all been seeing with USCIS forwarding.

 

Anyways, my fiancee just finished her health check in Osaka as required, and is scheduled for her Visa interview on the 10th or the 17th of March, which is currently tentative.

 

The problem is that our approval is only good from 11/12/2013 - 3/11/2014.

 

How do we go about getting an extension? Do I need to contact USCIS, or does she need to contact the Consulate in Tokyo?

 

Please let me know.

 

Thanks.


S&J2014Not TellingJapan2014-02-06 23:37:00
ThailandVisa expiration?
His example is showing the medical expiring after 6 months though, not 1 year. If his example were accurate the visa would expire on 10/1/2011 not 7/1/2011...
dukeandduchessFemaleCanada2012-01-29 07:08:00
ThailandVisa expiration?

The visa is good for six months or when the medical expires; whichever is earlier.

Example; Medical exam on 1/1/2011 which expires in 6 months on 7/1/2011. Interview and visa issued on 4/1/2011. Visa will expire on 7/1/2011 when medical exam expires.


Not true. The visa expires 6 months after the date of issue. They will write an expiry date on the visa itself. For example: I had my interview Oct.7, 2011. My visa was issued Oct.10,2011. My visa expires April 10,2012. My medical was Sept. 14th, 2011.

Edited by dukeandduchess, 29 January 2012 - 04:22 AM.

dukeandduchessFemaleCanada2012-01-29 04:20:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHusband growning impatient with the process

YES!!!!!!!!!!!! My fiancee and I met Dec 15 2009 and because he s american and im canadian we to have been seperated alot since we met and we are again.I had to come back to Canada in Dec 2011 and Im not allowed to go back untill April..I was told by our immigration lawyer I have to wait for 90 days because of that..and we are both having a very hard time as well because we love each other and we just wanna be together...Our lawyer had suggested that as soon as Im back we get married then he will file for a K-3 visa and thats exactly what were doing ..we set the date for the 2nd of June 2012...I just hope that my going through customs goes smoothly this is why our lawyer said I had to wait for 90 days just to make sure....God I cant wait to get back and marry him UGH!!!!!


Your lawyer is suggesting immigration fraud. Moving back to the US with the intent to get married is considered fraud. I wouldn't do it.
dukeandduchessFemaleCanada2012-03-01 18:45:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Does this mean it's over?
I hope so, and it sounds like they want the passport to put the visa in! Can't wait to hear about it!
dukeandduchessFemaleCanada2012-02-08 05:27:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Unique situation - please help!

And yes you do have little knowledge of waivers so it would be best not to tell someone you highly doubt they could get it. 70% are approved in Mexico.


No need to be nasty to people who are trying to help you. :whistle:

I was going to ask about unlawful work/taxes/etc. but now I have no interest. Best of luck to you.
dukeandduchessFemaleCanada2012-05-28 22:10:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Unique situation - please help!
This is confusing. Why did you file the the I-130 if you're planning to move to Canada? If you move to Canada he is not eligible for a green card because he isn't living in the US. You cannot maintain a green card while living in another country. It's not possible.

If you decide to move to Canada you will probably have to wait out his ban. Depending on how much time he has accrued illegally in the US he could face a life-time ban not just a 10 year ban. If you stick it out in the US and wait for your I-130 to be approved and get his green card he can eventually get citizenship. If you move to Canada this makes this pretty darn unlikely.

I guess you need to weigh your options. Move to Canada and possibly never be able to move back (or wait at least 10 years). Or, wait it out in the US for a few years until he gets citizenship. I highly doubt a waiver would get approved in your case, but I can't say much about that since I have very little knowledge of Waivers.

I understand people's responses may sound "hostile" but most people are trying to help you. If you doubt what people are saying do some reading on what could happen if you decide to go through with your plan.
dukeandduchessFemaleCanada2012-05-28 21:27:00
USCIS Service CentersCalifornia hasn´t checked any October fillers but some November and December

According to Igor´s list, they haven´t checked any October case while they are now checking November and December? What´s going on?

Is this another sign from heaven that i´d better break up my engagement, find a local and marry him?


Been seeing many signs lately? :blush:

Nah...just persevere, your turn is just round the corner, cheer up!
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-01-29 06:18:00
USCIS Service CentersG884 - Return of Original Documents
Bump
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2012-03-15 15:34:00
USCIS Service CentersG884 - Return of Original Documents
Please I need help in locating where to file the G-884 form.

The instruction says "If a final decision has been issued, submit form G-884 to the USCIS office or Service Center that took the last action on your case" The last correspondence I received from USCIS was my Green Card which had the receipt number SRC#########.



Can someone please confirm whether I should be filing this form at the Texas Service Center and which address I should use.

Thanks!


Mrs O.FemaleIreland2012-03-13 15:06:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)YAY VISA RECEIVED TODAY AFTER 5 WEEKS IN AP
Great news, congratulations!
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-06-01 05:05:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)IR-1 visa recieved after long time in AP
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! LOOOOOONG Journey!


Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-06-21 16:36:00
United KingdomVisiting USA with US spouse

Should she make an effort to bring proof of ties to the UK, (House deed, letter from boss, return ticket, etc)?


It wont hurt if she brings in documents showing ties to the UK. The USC husband can also bring a few docs to show he lives in the UK and is just visiting the US.

Their case should not raise any eyebrows at all.
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-02-24 04:19:00
United KingdomGetting your passport back after the interview

Just an update if it helps anyone: my husband's passport with visa was delivered two days after the interview. Amazing! We may even try to move his flight up.



Truly amazing! Congratulations!
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-06-02 07:45:00
United KingdomJust got that call....
Great news! Congratulations!
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-06-10 06:59:00
United KingdomAPPROVED :):)
Great news, congratulations!:dance:
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-06-29 06:27:00
United KingdomWhat is your interview date @ London Embassy?

We were approved yesterday! We are thrilled and believe it's nearly all over but we do have a little delay. We had a co-sponsor (my father in law), when we spoke to the NVC they asked my wife (USC) to send her birth certificate as proof of relationship between her and her dad, which we did. We even phoned a week later to check everything had arrived and everything was okay and were told that everything was fine, present and correct.

Yesterday at the interview they asked if we had evidence of co-sponsors US citizenship, which we did not. The guy that gave me the interview gave me all the required details, DX Courier telephone number etc and assured me that it does not take long once they receive the certificate and passport.

So excellent news, we were surprised just how easy the interview was. I had 2 question!

:D



Congratulations on the approval, just read your your review so congratulations expecting Charlie too!
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-06-13 02:31:00
Mexico, Latin & South Americawhite American

Hello i am a white American i will be going to my wifes visa interview in Ciudad Juarez.my question is will there be other white people in juarez doing the same thing.Im scared I dont want to stand out like a sore thumb.I wont go out of the hotel room while im there.may be only to accompany my wife to the consulate.will i be safe.or will i be the only white person in town.please help?


Is it such a big deal being a white person in Mexico? Didnt know that...
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2011-02-02 07:20:00
Europe & Eurasia (except the UK and Russia)Adult Child moving to Ireland
Ireland-specific immigration forum: http://immigrationbo...wforum.php?f=34
Mrs O.FemaleIreland2013-01-16 01:03:00
USCIS Service Centersone year,no noa2

Please refer to the link below....Signatures needed. This is a petition to the whitehouse to impose strict time limits on IR/CR 1 Visa processing.

https://wwws.whitehouse.gov/petitions/!/petition/impose-strict-time-limits-ir-1cr-1-visa-processing-so-citizens-are-not-unjustly-torn-apart-their/cVNP1fjl?utm_source=wh.gov&utm_medium=shorturl&utm_campaign=shorturl



Hey there,

Of all the people on this site only 43 signatures.
Its great that your doing your part in spreading the word. :)
GVMackFemaleCanada2011-10-21 22:40:00
USCIS Service CentersPending consideration
I'm never eating chicken noodle soup while reading VJ ever again. I got noodles coming out of my nose after reading Darnell's posts.

Edited by PandaMaker, 14 April 2013 - 10:50 PM.

PandaMakerMaleChina2013-04-14 22:49:00
USCIS Service CentersPending consideration
Hi! Please copy and paste the entire letter and remove your personally identifiable information. That way, we can try to understand the whole context of their letter, and see if we can give you better answers. Thanks!
PandaMakerMaleChina2013-04-14 17:27:00
USCIS Service CentersVideo is complete! - Start Sharing!!!
Stress that the USCIS wait time is only a part of the total wait time until couples are reunited. You said some are waiting 8 months, but after that, there's still more time of being apart.
PandaMakerMaleChina2013-04-10 22:02:00