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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCredit Issues
QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Nov 18 2007, 05:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Credit history not an issue with immigration.

Thank god coz I would be denied way before I even file for my I-129F.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-18 21:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion for those whole filed in December
QUOTE (lilysintrigue @ Nov 18 2007, 11:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Okay so Im filing my I-129F petition for my fiance in December. The question is does the process usually take longer around the holidays.. just curious...

All I can say is start ASAP! Don't wait if you can already start because UCSIS is already behind schedule. Good Luck!
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-18 15:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWe are scheduled for an interview!!!
QUOTE (TravisAndMichelle @ Nov 19 2007, 09:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Everyone,

I was so excited I had to tell you all that Michelle and I was scheduled for our interview to be held on 3 Jan 2008. She will be attending her Med. appiontment on the 20 Dec 2007. I plan on being there for the interview. This is a great date becasue it give Michelle and I sometime before I deploy.

Thanks everyone for you help I could not have done it with all your support.

Take Care and Good Luck to you all:

TJ



Hey congrats!! can you post that good news in http://www.visajourn...showtopic=96753, its a thread I started with Nov NOA2 pending Interivews in USEM... this would give hope to all of us... thanks!! and good luck!!!
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-20 02:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat exactly does the "processing timeframe" on the USCIS website mean?
QUOTE (1Cor13 @ Nov 20 2007, 11:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all,

My fiancee and I are trying to figure out more or less when we can expect to receive our approval (God willing everything goes well!!!). On the USCIS website, it states that as of November 14, their "processing timeframe" for the CSC is April 29, 2007. What exactly does this mean?

I assumed it meant that as of Nov 14, 2007, they have given a decision on the NOA 2 for everyone that received their NOA1 by April 29, 2007. However, I am seeing some users with NOA1 dates as late as June( and early July) that have received their NOA2.

Somebody please help me clarify this!!! Could this just be from random filing of the boxes, or is it that some applications require further info, and they move on...

Thank you everyone for any help you can give in shedding some light on this. helpsmilie.gif


USCIS timeframe indicated on their website for K-1 Visa is the date the last batch that should be getting results for NOA2. So in this case, all filers before April 29, 2007 should have already gotten some sort of notice for NOA2 whether its approved, denied or in RFE status. Since these are the last batch to receive, of course USCIS will work on future cases such as May, June or July and so forth. I already received my July NOA2 approved notice about 2 weeks ago. So right now the timeframe to receive the NOA2 should be about 4 to 5 months from filing the NOA1. Those are my two cents. Good luck!
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-21 03:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP!SO CONFUSED!!
QUOTE (snookums03 @ Nov 23 2007, 01:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 22 2007, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (snookums03 @ Nov 22 2007, 06:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
changed my status to tourist and stayed,then i appliedd for asylum because i wanted to stay with my boyfriend.(we were not engaged back then).i went to an interview and because i didin't have a lawyer i asked for a voluntary departure.


You lost me here. Did you overstay your tourist visa?

Not having a lawyer isn't a reason to ask for voluntary departure. Being denied asylum might be. Please fill in the blanks between the beginning of the interview and your request for voluntary departure. If there was an overstay, how long was it?


I didn't overstay my tourist visa.i extended my status as a tourist twice and after that i applied for asylum.but the second time i applied for an extension i didn't get any papers saying that i got it but when i called the USCIS they said i did get it,so i went online and double checked-it said i got it.so i never got the paper.do you think that might be a problem?and what about the waiver?how do i get it?i really don't understand anything about all this paperwork so i'd appreciate it if you gave me like a step by step instruction on what to do.i know it would be easier to hire a attorney but we can't really afford one so i really need help.


When was the last time you called USCIS? If possible just try to get proof from them that your visa was extended when you were here. I know they will have a record for your extension. You will probably need this to show proof you did not overstay and that you left voluntarily to go back to your country. I hope this will help clarify why you changed status so many times. As long it was legitimate to change your status during your stay here in US and that you can show proof that no foul was done, then I dont see it as being a problem. Good luck.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-25 23:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support Question...
QUOTE (John Belly @ Nov 25 2007, 02:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am confused with the Affidavit of Support. Is there a way for family members in the same household to help meet the income level requirements? Are they co sponsors? or do they fall under another category all together?

My only concern so far on what I have read in the K-1 process is this Affidavit of support. I have lived at home and been attending school locally. My parents are more than willing to help me with this process, but due to me being in school, my income has been non existent. Is there a way to use my parents income and their assets to meet the income requirements? I am currently seeking full time employment but obviously wont have a W2 until later on.

Any advice is greatly appreciated. I had no idea immigrating my girlfriend from the UK to here for marriage would be so hard. sad.gif


If your salary (gross per year) does not meet the 125% poverty line for two people (which includes you and your beneficiary, and its somewhere around $17200 per year), then you will need a co-sponsor. That co-sponsor should be then able to support all the people in the household (you can use this as a guideline http://aspe.hhs.gov/...7poverty.shtml). Where does your beneficiary live? Some countries do not honor co-sponsorship or more likely to be denied the visa since this causes a likeliness to be a public charge for your beneficiary. Remember, the Affidavit is a legal binding agreement stating your sponsor, who will give oath, that he/she will provide total support for 3 years to your petitioner. The whole purpose of the Affivadit of Support is to prove that your beneficiary once in the US will not be a public charge ie, will not declare bankcruptcy or live off government money. Good luck!
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-25 17:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi-129F QUESTION 18 EXAMPLES?
QUOTE (saraswati007 @ Nov 24 2007, 12:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello all... I'm currently writing up the supplemental sheet about how me and my fiance met in the past few years. We've seen each other 8 times. I've got photographic evidence, boarding passes, receipts, visa stamps etc. But now, to write it up...

Few quick questions:

1) How long should this additional sheet be? 1 page, more?

2) Should it be narrative style, or just bullet points?

3) What kind of info do they need -- exact day and dates of entry/exit (he's mostly come to the US to see me); where we stayed, what we did?

4) DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY EXAMPLES OF THIS SHEET THEY CAN POST?

Thanks!!


Write it like your writing an essay or letter. One page should be enough, and you can use dates of certain special events. Well I just started from the beginning, how I met my fiance, when we became a couple, journeys in between, how we communicated, when I finally met my fiance, how I proposed to my fiance... blah blah blah. You are just basically summarizing all your evidences that you have into a story... those are my 2 cents.. good luck.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-11-24 17:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiling in the I-129F (Pease Respond)
QUOTE (oregon75 @ Dec 2 2007, 01:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
helpsmilie.gif So...in response to the eternal question of properly filling out the form I-129F...Many people are soooo nervouse to leave a space blank. My question is, has most everyone left the bottom of the form blank where it has the area for the preparer other than above, or have people placed N/A? Also, for overseas military address, I see the example form as "not in militay". Is this fine, or something like "I am not in the Military"? One more, If I check the box for citizenship aquired through birth, can I leave the other two boxes empty? The ones for certificate number...
Thanks for anyones input, since it is very scary to leave anything blank. I am hoping to get this packet sent off next week and I pray I am properly filling it out wacko.gif


Just answer it with N/A meaning Not Applicable for anything that does not pertain to you. Just dont leave it blank because it shows its incomplete. And pertaining to the citizenship, just check one, its stated on the form to check only one. (At least the last time I recalled).

Edited by rlpolo78, 02 December 2007 - 06:40 AM.

Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-02 06:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespassport type photo for k1 visa?? walgreens good enough?
QUOTE (SusieLuvsPaul @ Dec 2 2007, 01:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
at the port office it costs like 15$ though and thats probably for only one i think

Its $15 for 4 pics, thats where I renewed my US passport and got additional pics taken for my 129-F application. Again, its guaranteed to be correct or they retake them on the spot. You can go to Walgreens and get them done but Ive seen people post here that they received blurry pics or incorrect sizes and have to retake the photos.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-02 17:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespassport type photo for k1 visa?? walgreens good enough?
I suggest to take a picture at the US post office. Its guaranteed to be correct as they process US Passports. I always take US passport sizes at the post office as this guarantees me that once is enough and has never failed. Its on a polaroid film so its done in like 5mins and they give you like 4 copies.

Edited by rlpolo78, 02 December 2007 - 04:38 PM.

Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-02 16:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswill it cause denial on interview
QUOTE (ciarra @ Dec 4 2007, 10:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello vj's

anyone please answer... if suppose the applicant made a mistake of assuming things would it cause denial for the applicant during the interview?
example. on the question other names used, the applicant assumed only named change by court is being asked, becuase of the instructions, submit court order, marriage certificate.
The applicant put none on other names used. Because her name wasnt change by any court.Its too late now, the petition was approved and waiting for NOA2.

Now, the applicant learned that even 1 letter that differ from the true name will be questioned.
Now the applicant want to put that she had other names used, but cannot submit any court order of change,when the interview in Manila take place. it will evidently be asked becuase she's late register and will ask old documents.

i guess you picture out now, the 1st time they sent the petition, the assumed that other names used are only names that are legally changed by court or through marriage.
will that caused denial?
Pls answer and thank you.


Out of curiosity, You already received NOA2? The case is only approved once you get NOA2. If you havent received NOA2 then tell USCIS that you made a mistake on your forms and resubmit the documents to fix the names.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-05 03:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSilly questions regarding i-129F form
QUOTE (Becca615 @ Dec 4 2007, 09:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So far I seem to only be scratching the surface of this process... but we gotta start somewhere, right? =)

silly question #1: If something on the application doesn't apply to us... do we leave it blank? Should we put N/A? Does it even matter? =/ (example - question #9 on the form asks for "names of prior spouses" ... but neither of us have been married before.)

silly question #2: Question #10 says "My citizenship was acquired through" and I'll be checking "Birth in the U.S." ... riiiight below that it says "give number of certificate, date and place it was issued" - that's my birth certificate info... right? What is a certificate of citizenship? Does that even apply to me?

silly question #3: Question 8b. says "A# (if any)" ... what IS that? =/

silly question #4: My full first name is Rebecca. Not many people call me Rebecca (besides, maybe, the Grandparents). Should I put my more common name (Becca) in "Other names used" (question 7)?

silly question #5: Question 18 says "Has your fiance met and seen you within the two-year period immediately receding the filing of this petition?" and then in the little paragraph below that... it says "describe the circumstances under which you met." Do i describe the times we met in the last two years.... or when we first met in person four years ago? Should I include the two years before that where we were email pen-pals?



Digressing - Have any of you looked through a guide titled Fiance & Marriage Visas: A Couple's Guide to U.S. Immigration by Ilona M. Bray? Is it worthy of the $35 I'd be spending on it? I was thinking a book on this stuff might be handy for all the little things we might get confused (and overly worried) about =)

Since 1 to 5 have been answered, Ill comment on the last part...

You don't need to buy any book as VJ.com is free and your questions will all mostly be answered within a day.. Just post as you go along... many people have been there done that.. kind of experience.. Just read the topics here.. and it will ease your mind... good luck!
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-05 04:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of communication
QUOTE (Goldylocks @ Dec 6 2007, 07:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am just wondering if anyone else uses Skype as a means of talking to their fiance??

I am wondering if making a copy of our call history from there would be enough proof.

We solely use Skype to talk, not the phone, plus we email each other daily as well.


May I ask for what purpose? If its to show evidence of relationship, then this will not be enough. I didnt even include one chat conversation (use both skype and yahoo messenger) or cellphone bill when I submitted my evidence of relationship for my petition to be appoved. I didnt even include one email for communication purposes. I did send email confirmations for flights and bookings for my vacation when I went to the Philippines.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-06 22:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPaying for your Visa application fees
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Dec 9 2007, 07:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (booger @ Dec 9 2007, 06:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi everyone, when i payed for my I129-f application i used a US postal money order instead of a personal check(that saved me 7to10 days) and i also sent my application via overnight mail(another weeks savings) to the Vermont service center... i hope this info helps someone out there who is getting ready to start this long journey.....Wayne ......let me know if this helped you good.gif



What makes you think using a money order saved you time?


Yeah they still process your case as received as long as your check is there... USCIS does not wait to verify the check clearning (no need to wait for the 7 to 10 days). I personally go with the check and not some money order, so you can track the receipt number.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-09 16:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS 156 and DS 156k
QUOTE (ddkm @ Dec 9 2007, 11:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Do I sign or do i not sign...i have no clue!!

Please Help!!!!


To be safe, dont sign it.. Then when you are with the consulate sign it, they will notice it hasnt been signed, and then sign it.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-09 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F SENT OCT 2, NO NOA1 UP TO NOW!!!
Forgot to mention, USCIS has an advisory posted:

Processing Times and Case Status

Applications are processed in the order they are received by application type. The average processing times for all applications are posted on our website. Processing times are an estimate of how long it will take to complete your case. Each case is different; so some cases may take longer than others. You can use your receipt to check your case status on Case Status Online (See the "Related Links" section of this page). Please be advised that we will only research your case if it is beyond our posted processing times (You can also find a link to processing times in the Related Links section).

The processing times are for applications that have been just completed. If you have just filed your application, these timeframes may not reflect how long your application will take to be completed. We encourage you to check processing times before inquiring about your case. The processing times are updated monthly.

USCIS has received a significant increase in the number of applications filed. In July and August, nearly 2.5 million applications and petitions of all types were received. This compares to 1.2 million applications and petitions received in the same time period last year. This fiscal year, we received 1.4 million applications for naturalization; nearly double the volume we received the year before. The agency is working to improve processes and focus increased resources, including hiring approximately 1,500 new employees, to address this workload.

As a result, average processing times for certain application types may become longer. In particular, naturalization applications filed after June 1, 2007 may take approximately 16 - 18 months to process.

When your application is received by a USCIS Service Center or the National Benefits Center, we will mail you a receipt notice. The receipt notice will have all of the important information you need about your case. With your receipt number you can check the status of your case on our website and also register on our website for automatic case status updates as we process your case.

For more information about when and how to contact us, whether your case is outside our processing time, or if there are other issues, please see our customer guide Case Services - How Do I... know what kind of services are available to me after I file my application or petition? also available in the Related Links section of this page.

So this is probably one of the reasons why you are experiencing delays on your NOA1.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-08 06:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F SENT OCT 2, NO NOA1 UP TO NOW!!!
QUOTE (shes @ Dec 7 2007, 11:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
pls people i made this very specific, its questionable how we still dont have our NOA1, we sent it oct 2 2007, still no mail of NOA1 up to now. i checked some of the similar timelines but none have the same EXACT DATE as mine, id like to check if there are some other applicants who sent their app. on the SAME EXACT DATE and still dont have their NOA1..i find it weird that we dont have it yet..is this normal????? helpsmilie.gif


I would call USCIS as I believe they give 30 days for the first NOA before reporting problems.. Have they deposited your check? Do you have any proof that your packet was in fact delivered? Good luck...
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2007-12-08 05:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespacket 3 to packet 4???
Packet 3 consists of DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157
Packet 4 consists of Interview letter when you will report for your interview and medical letter (if applicable to Embassy) on how to schedule or where to schedule your Medical exam.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2008-02-07 23:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresManila Interview Packet
Ask NVC for your case number if it was already sent to US Embassy in Manila. If its already in Manila, then you are already good to go. It takes about 1 month after NVC receives it to file in their system and then send out to Manila. Manila will then take about 1 week before Interview and medical exam dates are released. All forms that you need to complete the rest of the visa is DS-156, DS-157,DS-157K and I-134, all of which you download from http://manila.usemba...v/wwwhniv1.html

For the packet, there is really "no packet", as Packet 3 is just a letter stating that the forms I mentioned above and you can use those forms which they mail out or just fill out the ones on the internet. Packet 4 is a letter stating when you will have your interview at the US Embassy and your medical exam.

Good luck.

Edited by rlpolo78, 27 February 2008 - 11:15 PM.

Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2008-02-27 23:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA Touch on I-129F Only 8 Days After NOA1
I suspect that they want to update your I-129F application if you have paid for it, hence why there is a "touch" on your application. My status was also updated after about a week when my check cleared from the bank to pay for the application.
Abby-RonFemalePhilippines2008-03-26 14:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresa-number receipt number
Hello,

I was checking thru the website looking for the receipt # so I can track my case.

I send my I-129F and it was received on CSC on Aug 23rd, 2007.

My check was just cashed yesterday.

I was looking at your signature and I noticed seeing that the Visa you are applying for was denied.

How is that going now? Are you able to re-apply again. And if you dont mind me asking. Why was the visa denied.

Thanks.



QUOTE (Ron/Sharon @ Sep 23 2007, 06:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You will receive your "A" number once you get the NOA 2 a few months down the road. As stated above leave that part blank. You will first receive a NOA1 which will tell you they have received your petition then a few months later after gong through the process you will get the NOA 2 then the wait will begin. Good luck wit the process.
NOA means Notice of Action, you will get 2 of them

Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-04 14:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen the K-1 Visa is given, am I required to escort my Fiance back to the US?
Thanks Guys!

I knew I wasn't required to escorted her into the US.

She probably just wants to be a VIP. smile.gif

Edited by drmirage, 09 October 2007 - 02:13 PM.

Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-09 14:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen the K-1 Visa is given, am I required to escort my Fiance back to the US?
Hello Guys,

I have a question. I was talking with my fiance earlier that if she gets her K-1 Visa.

If she can come to the US by herself after her Visa is approved.

She mentioned that she has read somewhere (but i'm not exactly sure where) that I have to go escort her to the US.

Is this true? I have not read that its a requirement for the petitioner to have to fly in to the US with the beneficiary.

The problem is I have my work schedule and I am unable to get off work during certain months.

Does this make sense? If anyone can help, thanks.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-09 13:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa the best option to bring a Fiance?
Thanks for the comments.

Now I feel good for doing the right thing! smile.gif

I agree to what D&N said, be patient and wait for my turn.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-10 14:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa the best option to bring a Fiance?
My fiance did stick with the K-1 Visa because I didn't want to risk anything for that matter.

We want to be 100% Legit! smile.gif



However, I was just thinking of the "what if scenario".

I know several international students who married US citizens. I do not think that is fraud. Unless it is a fixed marriage. (marriage with no love). It is more convenient because they are already here in the US.

For a tourist visa, I do not think that can be considered fraud, if the two truly love each other.

Thanks for the inputs.

Edited by drmirage, 10 October 2007 - 02:43 PM.

Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-10 14:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa the best option to bring a Fiance?
Hello Guys,

Is the K1 Visa really the best option to bring a fiance over to the US?

I have already applied for the K1 and received my NOA1. So I have about a 4 month wait til I receive the NOA2. (If there is no RFE) Then there are the other steps ahead... I mean its a lot of work and preparation.

However, I am still pondering if this is the easiest / best way to bring my fiance over.

There just seems to be too much paperwork, preparation and time needed to accomplish this.

One of the reasons we applied for the K-1 was because my fiance was denied of her tourist visa. If she was approved, I think we would not have to apply for the K-1. Wouldnt it be easier to go that way? She can re-apply for a tourist visa. Then we can just get married in the US?

Another option also was to apply for a student visa. I have helped an an ex-gf before in applying for a student visa. It wasn't that difficult. There requirements aren't too much as the K-1 and its much faster. Plus the schools are willing to help. (cause they get paid and you have to pay for school every month to keep the students here in the US)

They school just needed a certified bank statement of $20,000 USD for the applicant, a registration fee, copy of the passport and an interview at the US embassy.

What are your thoughts?

Edited by drmirage, 10 October 2007 - 02:28 PM.

Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-10 14:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew Guy - Question about address on I-129F
I believe if there isnt enough space for you to type. Just handwrite it.

Look at the instructions for I-129F

http://www.uscis.gov...I-129Finstr.pdf

1. Type or print legibly in black ink.

Fill Out the Form I-129.

"If extra space is needed to complete any item, attach acontinuation sheet, indicate the item number, and date andsign each sheet."

Hope this helps.

I know the Thai names are very long.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-09 17:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs this a crazy idea?
This is a pretty crazy, nutts, off the wall idea. And I dont want to sound negative, but your fiance's chances of getting into the US is slim.

Its difficult to go the K-1 route because of the wait and process, but everyone has to do it. Yea, it would be nice for all our fiances to fly over and help us prepare for the wedding right?

All of us here want to be together with our fiances. Sigh...

Some even consider entering with a B-2 and just getting married while in the US (which is illegal, but many do get away with it). much easier than the K-1 Route. Not much paperwork, not much waiting time.. etc.

In any event, hope it works out for you.

As for me spending time with my fiance, I am going to fly over to see her the 4th time this year. I'd rather have her fly here on a B-2, but the chances are on getting that B-2 visa is nearly impossible. (since she has no travel history and have strong ties in returning)

Good Luck.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-10-29 16:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F papers mailed! It begins...
Good luck!

Most Important advise is to be patient. Its gonna be a 6-10 month until you get the K-1 Visa. Keep yourself busy.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-11-01 16:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalifornia Service Center Temp closed
For those who are reading this: Don't take any of my post seriously.

I'm just a member of this board. (an August filer myself)

I'm not a real doctor.

Dr. Mirage is just a nickname.

I just did some research on MSRA the internet and I sure hope this is a hoax.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-11-09 19:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalifornia Service Center Temp closed
I think its really a joke then.

if you look at the title... it says "California Service Center Temp closed, MSRP virus from calinurse"

MSRP!!! MSRP stands for Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-11-09 19:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalifornia Service Center Temp closed
First of all, MRSA is a bacteria, not a virus....totally different things.

Not a virus. Symptoms will only return if you catch the bacteria again. It stands for
Methicillin (an antibiotioc)
Resistant (meaning methicillin wont kill it)
Staph
Aureus (the type of microbe)

I think its a joke.

if you look at the title... it says "California Service Center Temp closed, MSRP virus from calinurse"

MSRP!!! MSRP stands for Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

Edited by Dr Mirage, 09 November 2007 - 07:29 PM.

Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-11-09 19:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChances of getting an RFE
I thought I should ask this since its an Open forum, but what are the chances of getting an RFE?

Is there a percentage of applications receiving an RFE?

Reason why I am asking is I'm just uhm... yea.. curious.

What are your thoughts?
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2007-11-09 19:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat is the RFE Trick?
Hello all,

I heard about the RFE Trick, but I do not know what is the purpose of that?

Can anyone explain it to me.

Thank you.
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2008-02-01 15:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhich Affidavit of Support FORM I-864 or I-134
Which Affidavit of Support FORM did you guys use for the K-1?

the I-864 or the I-134?
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2008-02-28 07:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you self employed? Employment Letter? I-134 Question
Thank you for the answer, however is having 3 years of 1040's required. Or the most recent one is fine?

Thank you.

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Is it true that if you are self employed that you need 3 years of tax returns/transcripts?

W-2's and 1040?'s

The selfs employed don't have W2 at least if they only work like that. If they have another work or employer they would have W2 too. The 1040 form is the form that the self employed filed to IRS. And if the self employed has the copy you only can send the copy with the affidavit. And yes, if the sponsor have previous income tax year it's better if you attach them to the I134. The obligatory one is the most recent income tax year, 2007.
Good luck

Dr MirageMalePhilippines2008-04-04 16:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAre you self employed? Employment Letter? I-134 Question
Is it true that if you are self employed that you need 3 years of tax returns/transcripts?

W-2's and 1040?'s
Dr MirageMalePhilippines2008-04-04 16:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F Missing the Jr. of My Name
Hi everyone,

I'm excited to receive the official first "touch" the other day. I noticed my name is missing the Jr. Is that something I should call the customer service telephone number about? Is it possible this will delay things? I'm hoping it's not a big deal.

Regards,

Rick
orion44MalePhilippines2006-12-12 20:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInviting Guests from Fiancee's Country to Wedding

Thanks for the replies. The father was once denied for a tourist visa, so I think the Uncle believes there will be a better opportunity for his brother to be approved to attend his daughter's wedding.


I would ditto the above, if an invitation is required why does not the Uncle do it, or why has he not done it?


Just tell him to bring the wedding invitation to the interview at the embassy and to have proves of ties back in the Philippines: work, house, car, etc...


But, with the K1, it's hard to know a date ahead of time. Our plan is to have her come out as soon as the visa is approved, and so our wedding plans are quite flexible.
orion44MalePhilippines2007-01-19 12:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInviting Guests from Fiancee's Country to Wedding
Thanks for the replies. The father was once denied for a tourist visa, so I think the Uncle believes there will be a better opportunity for his brother to be approved to attend his daughter's wedding.


I would ditto the above, if an invitation is required why does not the Uncle do it, or why has he not done it?


orion44MalePhilippines2007-01-19 07:08:00