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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForms and Steps to a K1 visa

At Arroyo77, Have you gotten your Police Certificate? If so how did you get it?


seekingknowledgeNot TellingMexico2014-05-24 14:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForms and Steps to a K1 visa

I am running into that problem and I have scheduled the interview appointment!! U.S. Consulate General instructions appear different in English than in Spanish. In English they want Police Certificates. In Spanish it tells you Police certificates, and if convicted than also a judicial certificate describing each offense.

 

My appointment is in less three weeks. I need this fast too.


seekingknowledgeNot TellingMexico2014-05-24 13:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDID ANYONE NEEDED A JOINT SPONSOR? WHAT WAS THE PROCESS?

Are you sure you guys are talking about the correct form?  The OP is still in the K1 petition stage; Affidavit of Support is required at the consulate approval stage (ie. pre interview), and the form for this is I-134.  

 

Form I-864 is Affidavit of Support during the period of Adjustment of Status, which you commence once entered the US and successfully married under the K1 visa.

 

Two different forms for different stages in the process albeit with similar functions.  All this is documented clearly in the excellent VJ guides.

 

Although it doesn't hurt to be prepared, for the purposes of clarity perhaps the OP doesn't need to worry too much about either form at this early stage?  I would be seeking to get the petition approved first.  Just my two cents.

All the best!


Edited by PBJ, 24 April 2014 - 05:25 PM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-24 17:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNVC

I'm just following the excellent guides here at VJ.  Perhaps the ability to book the medical is a London-specific thing, I don't know.  I wouldn't be surprised if processes vary greatly around the world.  What is common for us all however is the need for patience and diligence, so stay on that phone!

 

Peace.

 

D


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-24 07:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNVC

For what its worth: we received NOA2 on 2 Apr and subsequently followed this up with twice weekly calls to NVC to chase down our case number. This was not available until yesterday, 23 April, which is three weeks in total.  This is in line with VJ's excellent trend info.

 

Now with case number in hand I can see on the CEAC status website that our file is in transit to the UK consulate.  I can now book medical etc.

 

I prefer not to rely on emails, so my advice would be to call them up.  Tel 603-334-0700.  I had my USC fiancé do this to save on international call costs.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-24 07:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter NOA2 question

VJ's guidelines are great, you should read them.

 

All the best and good luck!


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-24 07:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestax returns essential?

I understand, thank you.

 

I have no objection to using a tax return, just haven't planned for it hence it has not been requested.  I'm not into extra steps if it isn't absolutely necessary!


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 09:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestax returns essential?

There is a detailed London K 1 guide here http://www.visajourn...complete-guide/. It is more accurate for the London process than the generic VJ guide because each consulate is different in their procedures.

The info you have read about a tax transcript and proof of citizenship applies to the I-864 Affidavit of Support which you will not fill out until Adjustment of Status. For a London K1 interview, the I-134 does NOT have any one required piece of income proof. They will take any documentation that shows your income. We suggest taking two proofs, but they have accepted only one proof on many occasions. What you have is sufficient for London. Also London only requires an I-134 from the sponsor with enough money. If the fiancé doesn't make any money, then he doesn't have to do an I-134. Another person can be the sponsor and prove their income. Or the UK beneficiary can sponsor herself by bringing proof of assets. In the case of self-sponsoring, there is no I-134 for London.

 

Thanks Nick, brilliant as ever.  I have bookmarked and read the London guide several times over.

 

In the link I shared above, the London Embassy are specifically asking for proof of federal tax returns on the day of K1 interview, so is not related to the AOS process in this case, hence my confusion.

 

You again will see my confusion here too then, in a post regarding the I-134, where more than one reply makes specific reference to needing proof of citizenship.  http://www.visajourn...e/#entry6966881

 

I too have contributed to that thread where I was confident I understood the process but have been corrected.  Perhaps this is a consulate-specific request and does not apply to London since it is not mentioned anywhere in UK guidance.

 

Any which way, if either is a certain truth then this is new to me and is inconsistent with advice everywhere else.  I am happy that what we currently have to prove income is sufficient for London.  Nick, given your reputation and the quality of your advice, i'm going with what you say, but perhaps this highlights another of those administrative inconsistencies with the process.


Edited by PBJ, 25 April 2014 - 08:41 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 08:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestax returns essential?

Hello all - 

 

Our case has reached the consulate and I'm preparing for readiness, with all documents in hand as per the excellent guide given here: http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide

 

Thank you for creating this VJ!  I would have been lost without it!

 

Sadly confidence in my organisational skills has since plummeted as i'm now reading from other posts that you MUST supply tax returns with each I-134, including co-sponsors, and further that co-sponsors must prove citizenship/LPR/naturalisation (birth certificate, passport, green card etc).

 

The guidelines make no mention of the tax return being essential to support the I-134 with the exception being for self employed persons, neither does USCIS supporting information as far as I can see.  The only specific mention is found on the London Consulate guide, requesting proof of US federal tax returns.  See page 2 here: http://photos.state....w_checklist.pdf

 

Does this mean specifically that an IRS transcript is required for each sponsor?  Currently I have I-134's supported by employment letters, bank statements, and earnings statements (aka pay stubs which, incidentally, do show federal income tax payments for the pay stub period) - all as per VJ's guidelines.  Is this insufficient?

 

Also, the guidelines make no mention the requirement for co-sponsor to prove citizenship, and i'm only learning this from a reply on someone else's post today.  Is this definitely required also?

 

Thanks in advance,

 

D


Edited by PBJ, 25 April 2014 - 06:20 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 06:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F last name of prior spouse and other questions

Forgive me if i'm being ignorant but, isn't her maiden name the same as 'name before we married'?

 

I'm sorry i cannot assist with your other questions.  I'm sure some amazing VJer will be along shortly!


Edited by PBJ, 25 April 2014 - 02:40 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 02:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresClarification on required docs for Joint Sponsorship please!

Thank you.  I asked for guidance only because I see no reference to this requirement anywhere else, so its surprisingly new information to me where i've been very thorough in learning what I have to present.  

 

I've raised this in another thread and it has been suggested it may be a consulate-specific request.  For me in the UK, there is no guidance asking for proof of citizenship with the I-134.


Edited by PBJ, 25 April 2014 - 08:44 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 08:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresClarification on required docs for Joint Sponsorship please!

 

That you don't see it does not mean it isn't required. A petitioner does not provide evidence of US Citizenship or LPR status with the affidavit because that is established as part of the petition approval.  However, a "co-sponsor" (not an actual immigration term but a tool used here of VJ) MUST provide such evidence with their affidavit.
 

 

Interesting.  Can you show me to the official guidance on this please?  I have not prepared for this with co-sponsor.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 04:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresClarification on required docs for Joint Sponsorship please!

Don't overcomplicate this!  Form I-134 is required from you as USC and another from your co-sponsor, with both supported by documents such as pay stubs, tax returns, letter from bank etc.  The consulate only want to know you will not be a public charge during AOS phase.

 

I don't see any guidance which states you or your co-sponsor must prove US citizenship/LPR/naturalisation etc together with this form (birth cert, green card etc); you will have already proved this during the K1 petition (ie. pre-NOA2).


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-25 02:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about starting K1 process and Medicare.

If you are concerned about your financial ability to support a K1 visa process and the challenge of AOS, perhaps it would be prudent to wait some time until your situation improves?  That point aside, you may also consider a joint sponsor to support your position.

 

About age difference, i'd like to think this does not make any difference in and of itself however I would think if they suspect your relationship then age difference may be indicative of inauthenticity.  Please know that is only my presumption, not a fact.

 

Do remember you need to have met in person during the last two years in order for the petition to be approved.

 

Good luck with the process and all the best to you both!


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-27 06:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-160

 

All non-immigrant visas (including K) use DS-160. However, you can't re-use a filled-up DS-160 for different types of visa applications.

 

Because:

1.) The form asks for what type of visa you're applying for or purpose of travel. If K1, you have to specify your case number.

2.) If approved with the earlier visa application (like B1/B2), you will have to provide the details of your recent travel to US.

3.) If refused, you also have to state so.

 

Thank you sweet_cakes.  Its this kind of studious and informed response that makes this place a great resource and community.

 

 

You have a K-1 pending.  They have already told you that you can not apply for a B2 visa.  And since VWP is not an option for you, then you must wait.

 

Except they have not told me I cannot apply for a B2, just that I cannot get an interview for this whilst my K1 interview appointment is pending.  I am waiting, quite patiently I feel, whilst also being diligent with my research and understanding my position and my rights.  For the record, if anyone needs to know, it seems you can apply for a B2 during the K1 process, but as with all visa processes there are no guarantees that you will benefit from it.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 12:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-160

I am a K1 filer who has recently submitted a DS-160 and now awaiting medical and interview.

 

Does anyone know if this same completed DS-160 can be used for other Visa types?  Can I submit the same DS-160 reference number for a B2 visa application online?

 

I see no reason why not and I don't see any guidance to say otherwise... just wanted to check with you brilliant people.

 

D


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-27 10:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan Denied Entry into the United States & Unsuccessful Visitor Visa Application effect a K-1 Fiance Visa Process

Seems that they saw legitimate grounds to refuse your entry the first time, and further that you may well have been unprepared to properly present your case for a B2 visa.  This does not mean you cannot amend your preparedness and try again, and certainly this should not affect your K1 application since the intention (ie. emigration) is entirely different.  Just ensure you are declaring this throughout the whole process.

 

Good luck!

 

I myself am a K1 filer and i'm keeping a close eye on the B2 process since I am not eligible for VWP.


Edited by PBJ, 28 April 2014 - 02:57 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 02:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy trip to the USA is tomorrow!

Thank you for the recommendations!!! You sure know how to be helpful!!!


What do you think I would like to know? How to use the cashier machines in Walmart?


The same situation you had when you entered the states probably? How different could it be?



 

Obnoxious, much.

 

Explain what you want recommendations for and you'll find people around here are most helpful.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 12:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

If you need a B2 and a waiver as seems likely, a B2 Waiver assuming it is recommended takes about 6 months. So not a lot of point.

 

 

 

 

The quote I referenced was talking about waivers for immigrants, not B2's, stating these are not available for applicants whose offences involving controlled substances other than possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-29 03:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...
I understand. Thank you for the slap!

I'm just exhausted from looking into this so hard and long. I need to step back from it,there's probably nothing I can do until the interview.

Thank you for your input. It really means a lot to us when feeling quite alone and lost with this.




PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 18:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

 

Thank you Hypnos, insightful article linked there, despite the implication seeming fairly damning in my case.

 

From that article:

 

"Based on recent experience, it appears the US Government has elected to abandon their past practice, and find that cautions amount to admissions of guilt for visa purposes.  For nonimmigrants, this means a waiver of inadmissibility will likely be required. For immigrants, this means they may be ineligible for a visa, without the possibility of a waiver if their caution is for a drug-related offence other than possession of 30 grams or less of marijuana."

 

Effectively, by this standing, I may well be ineligible for a visa and NO POSSIBILITY of a waiver.

 

I feel sick.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 18:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

 

"February 25, 2014: New policy on cautions

Although a formal statement has yet to be released, it appears that the US government has completed reviewing its policy on UK cautions and has decided that cautions received for crimes involving moral turpitude or drugs-related offences will be treated as convictions for US immigration purposes. If this decision is finalised, visa applicants with such cautions would require a waiver of ineligibility, even if previous visa applications had been approved without a waiver. Waivers of ineligibility are currently taking 18 to 20 weeks from the day of visa application and consular officer?s recommendation. Please see our articles A Crime Involving Moral Turpitude! What in the World is That? and Washington, We Have a Problem! Ineligibilities and Waivers for additional information. We will report further updates on this matter when available."
 

 

 

Thank you Hypnos, insightful article linked there, despite the implication seeming fairly damning in my case.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 16:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

I believe British cautions are considered convictions for US immigration law purposes.

 

Great news...


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 15:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

Also, PBJ, if you look at the timelines here, a lot of people are getting their interviews scheduled as soon as two weeks after their medicals in London. If the CEAC says "ready," and you filled out your notification of readiness since your medical is booked, it's likely you could have a much sooner date.

 

It's likely my fiance's medical won't be until the end of may, but we're projecting an early July K1 issue because of it...I agree with the others that you will see her so much faster simply by getting ready to move and leaving as soon as the K1 is in hand....

 

Thank you for a positive vibe - much needed!

 

CEAC has indeed been 'Ready' since 24 and I have since submitted everything, booked my medical and completed notification of readiness.  I presume that following delivery of medical results (end of next week), I can expect to see a status update and then an interview letter.

 

Are you saying an interview may be issued ahead of the medical on the 6th?

 

I did want to visit since I have plenty of business to wrap up here before I move proper.  Also a very important baby is due in the family in August, and i've promised to wait to see her.  Its a lovely complication to have, so you can see that even with the Visa in hand by July, i'm still needed here in the UK for a while after!


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 15:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

You don't admit to the burglary; you said it was wrong place wrong time.  You also don't have a conviction.  You don't have to pass or fail all of those points, those are just the points that the officer needs to consider.

 

The caution as I understand is a UK legal term; the Uk subforum might be able to help with a comparison, but otherwise I would keep your questions in the wide forum to get the most answers.  Is a caution a ticket?  Did you pay a fine? Did you get arrested and go to the police station?

 

You also could use the advanced search tool here for prior pots on CIMTs.

 

How old were you when this happened?

 

9 FAM 40.21(a) N2.3-4 says that possession is not a CIMT, so the real issue is your (non) burglary, unless you get hung up for drugs at the medical.

 

I guess what's done is done for the ESTA, even if it was in error.

 

Edit: Okay, my reading on cautions says "You have to admit an offence and agree to be cautioned. You can be arrested and charged if you don?t agree.

A caution is not a criminal conviction, but it could be used as evidence of bad character if you go to court for another crime."

So, it says it is not a conviction, but you have to admit something.  Rather confusing.  Do you pay a fine?

 

Yes, you are exactly right on defining a caution under UK law.  There is no comparative penalty in the US.  You do indeed admit to an offence, and in my case with the burglary I was caught loitering in a recently-burglarised commercial property.  At 19 years old and with a head guided by beer and curiosity and misadventure, we thought it was funny.  Understandably the police did not agree, however on reviewing CCTV they could see we indeed were not the perpetrators and let us go with just a caution.  This is effectively a slap on the wrists and a 'don't do it again/behave yourself' kind of admonishment.  There is no fine, there is no condition, but we were held at the police station whilst they saw through their investigation to the actual crime.

 

I am prepared to explain this to a CO and I hope it can be seen for what it is.  In case my testimony is irrelevant in their judging of my situation, I am hopeful that my subject access report expands on the official response and action from police at the time.  This is pending delivery.

 

Perhaps slightly more serious with the drug possession offence, but I would still claim the same silly youth/misadventure.  It was the first time, the only time, and most definitely the last time I interacted with a controlled substance.  For that reason, and I presume for the lower status of the drug under UK law (class B), I was only cautioned - again no fine, no conviction, no conditions.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 15:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

Here's something I'd like to challenge, from the same DoS FAM guidelines: 

 

 

 When adjudicating a visa application for an applicant whom you (consular officer) have reason to believe has committed a crime involving moral turpitude, the officer must determine whether: 

(1) The offense was purely political (see 9 FAM 40.21(a) N10); 

(2) The offense committed involves moral turpitude (see 9 FAM 40.21(a) N2); 

(3) The applicant has been convicted (see 9 FAM 40.21(a) N3); and 

(4) The applicant has admitted or may admit that he or she has committed acts which constitute the essential elements of a crime (see 9 FAM 40.21(a) N5).

 

 

Is the CO required to determine all four points simultaneously, or any one of the four in isolation?  Or do they take score?!  Here, for these four queries, my answers would be NO to political, YES to CIMT (I think!), NO to conviction, and YES to admittance.

 


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 14:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

So I reread your thread here about the CIMT:  http://www.visajourn...m/#entry6968221

 

I think I would try to get more exposure on here about the incidents, because I am not convinced that you actually have a CIMT.  I am not super familiar with them, but I am sure that there are others on this forum who could help.

 

I think redoing the ESTA was hasty to say the least;  I don't think you can take it back now either.

 

I would look in the INA and FAM about CIMTs; you can find it at uscis.gov.

 

Good luck.  Don't panic.

 

Thank you.  You're so nice.  As I understand it from the Dos definitions of CIMT under INA/FAM (http://www.state.gov...ation/86942.pdf), it appears that 'burglary' is indeed a CIMT.  These guidelines further state that my testimony of events is not relevant in deciding so, only that the 'charge' is relevant (for the record, I was not charged, only cautioned, I just can't think of another word to describe its listing on my police certificate).

 

I will admit I am more concerned about the controlled substance violation, for which I also received a caution.  Both were admittedly naughty transgressions of a silly young man.  Perhaps the combination of the two does not bode well, I don't know.

 

I am regretting resubmitting a new ESTA, and no I am not intending to try again, if thats even possible.  To do so would be false now that I understand the correct answers to respective questions about arrests.  But at least there is now a record consistent with my K1 documents filed, and i'm willing to honestly and clearly explain this action during my interview.  Hopefully that will mean something come that day.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 14:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

 

How could you have visited under the VWP when you in fact have stated you are ineligible for that?
 

 

This was covered in the OP and in other threads.  I have been cautioned by police twice a long time ago but did not declare these as arrests on the VWP questionnaire during multiple trips to the US.  This was a genuine misunderstanding as to the nature of an arrest, and also an underestimation of the magnitude of the VWP questions.  

 

I realise now this was inaccurate and I may be liable for misrepresentation.  I have to accept this as part of the process.


Edited by PBJ, 28 April 2014 - 12:43 PM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 12:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

Well, they told you a flat-out lie.

 

With the CIMT and the fact that your interview will be here very soon, I might skip it.  But you absolutely can try.

 

Thank you.  Its taken 24 hours of stress, hard research and general overthinking, but I have finally arrived at the same conclusion.  I'm going to sit it out for the K1, take the loss on my flights booking, and my fiancé will visit me in London this summer whilst we wait.

 

Genuine thanks for contributing. This has definitely been the roughest part for us so far... and it was all going so well!


Edited by PBJ, 28 April 2014 - 12:13 PM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 12:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

The person you talked to was wrong.  You absolutely can be approved for a B2 while the K-1 is pending.  The likelihood is another matter, but if you have a little money to blow to see the results, you are free to try.  If you don't try the likelihood is zero. You visited her before on the VWP?

Interesting. The specific advice from the London Embassy was that I could not book a B2 interview whilst my K1 interview appointment was pending. My medical is next week and readiness is done so I expect an interview by early June at the latest.

In any case with the likelihood of getting a B2 whilst in 'immigrant intent' status under the K1 appears low,I am probably looking at a waste of money. All I can think is: my fiancé is worth it.

Yes,I have visited her twice now under VWP although I now realise I have answered those questions incorrectly. I have that to answer for at any visa interview,I imagine.

Edited by PBJ, 28 April 2014 - 08:56 AM.





PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 08:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

With a K-1 so close to completion your chances of getting a B-2 are slim at best anyway. Perhaps your fiancee could visit you instead.

 

Yes, we're discussing this now.  Thank you for contributing - makes us feel less alone with this messy part!  It was all going so smoothly too!

 

Baggies eh?  Are you a Black Country native by any chance?  I'm originally from Walsall, living in London.  Walsall > London > Los Angeles is a pretty quirky story to tell people!


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 06:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

Thanks Nobbie.  You can see my situation is more complicated since I am ineligible for VWP due to criminal record.  I can therefore only enter on a B2 should I wish to visit (and I DO wish - I booked flights for 13 May, before I realised this is problem, so i'm losing those as of this point).

 

The London Consulate cannot give me a B2 interview appointment since my K1 interview appointment is pending.  This is what i've been told today, at least.  So it seems I have to wait out the K1 process to its conclusion. 

 

I am reading and Googling everything but I can't seem to find anyone in or who has been in a similar situation, so my stress levels right now are huge.


Edited by PBJ, 28 April 2014 - 05:04 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 05:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

I am reading another thread where a K1 filer has queried DoS regarding a B2 visa and was told that the DoS system will (correctly) show as 'intending immigrant' and any B2 filing will be flat denied.

 

http://www.visajourn...-the-same-time/

 

Anyone else had similar experience or have knowledge of this?


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 03:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

From what i've read regarding the London Consulate, I can expect to wait around 4 weeks for an interview once my notification of readiness and my medical is complete, whichever comes last.  Hence my June projection, hopefully resulting in K1 issuance by July/Aug.

 

That's assuming my minor criminal transgressions don't trip the whole thing up entirely...


Edited by PBJ, 28 April 2014 - 03:15 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 03:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

I do not yet have an interview date.  My medical is booked for 06 May so i'm projecting the interview to be June.

 

I have not seen her since February and so of course I want to visit as a tourist if I have the means!


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 03:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblem with B2 Visa whilst K1 is pending...

Hello all - 

 

I, the beneficiary, am awaiting medical and interview for K1.  File is currently with the London Consulate pending my appointment letter.

 

I am ineligible for VWP due to a criminal record (two arrests, minor cautions, 12 years ago), all detailed in previous posts.  Hence I would like to apply for a B2 in order to visit my fiancé next month.

 

 

I called the Consulate this morning.  A very helpful and clear gentleman explained that I could not apply for a B2 visa whilst the K1 interview appointment was pending, and that I would need to wait until I have the interview letter in hand.

 

Has anyone been through anything similar?  What are your experiences?  Please share any experience/knowledge/opinion of this - i'm pulling my hair out!

 

I was due to surprise my fiancé with a visit next month but i've had to tell her it is now probably unlikely... she's been crying for hours... this is horrible, and its all my fault.

 

Sad face.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-28 02:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325a Form (Residence for last 5 years)

Manchester, in Cheshire?


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-04-29 03:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134, mother-in-law & the g-325a as well?

G-325a goes with the I-129f petition stage only, and not involved post-NOA2/interview stage, which is where the I-134 comes in.

 

Regarding birth certificate for the purposes of ID'ing joint sponsor as a US citizen, this seems to be a consulate-specific thing AFAIK.  It is not expected here in London, at least.


PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-05-01 12:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat Can I Learn from CEAC Status updates?

My case still says "in transit" since the 22nd.  VERY frustrating!! 

 

Keep us posted though.  I'm anxious to see how it goes for you.  :)

 

You're ok - for what its worth, it took 8 days for our case to turn 'ready', which is in line with VJ trends.  I've emailed the Consulate via the contact form and I will post back here when I know my interview date.

 

PBJ--

DOS will no longer talk to anybody about their K1 status. It's an update at the end of the London guide. Your status is going to say "ready" pretty much the whole time from arrival at the embassy until after your interview. The date normally changes if they get something like a form or medical file, answer an email, or send an interview letter. All a guessing game really. After the interview it will likely say Administrative Processing (working on paperwork, waiting in the queue to be printed) and then Issued (printed, celebrate, fret about when courier will get it and deliver). Hope that helps. The updates aren't always dependable, so don't bet the farm on them.

Thanks, as always Nick.  I'll be able to relax some when I know the interview date.  My impatience is being exacerbated by the uncertainty of my criminal record situation (full details in other posts), so i'm feeling extra keen for solid outcomes right now!  It'll all be resolved soon, one way or the other...


Edited by PBJ, 01 May 2014 - 09:21 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-05-01 09:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat Can I Learn from CEAC Status updates?

This advice from the London K1 guide, which i've read several times over and still managed to overlook the info i'm after:

 

"Call the Visa Specialist Unit at the Department of State - (202) 485-7600 ? when your ?Case Updated? field on CEAC changes. This means one of two things ? they've either received your online Readiness form, or they've printed and sent your interview date letter. The DOS will be able to tell you when your interview date is, just in case the letter never arrives or is late. It is a good idea to check with them because some have never received their letter."

 

I'm assuming 'case updated' field does in fact mean 'status updated' (maybe it changed recently, i'm not suggesting the advice is wrong), and hence at this stage I can ring DoS to see if they have my interview date.

 

Thanks again VJ.  I honestly don't know how anyone survived this process with any success before this place.


Edited by PBJ, 01 May 2014 - 08:04 AM.

PBJMaleUnited Kingdom2014-05-01 08:03:00