ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Process
It depends upon the individual USCIS office. In your case the Chicago office has been taking aobut 5 months from NOA to Oath.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2012-07-27 17:49:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionDocuments refering to you and your spouse
Get three years of Tax transcripts from the IRS. It costs nothing. You can call the IRS or even as of recently order them online.
On the other information think of it like your AOS where you need to prove that you can co-mingley resources and living together. So the documents are suggestions of what does this.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2012-08-21 17:58:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionWhere to begin for Name Change after Citizenship
When Trisha changed her name and became USC on Sep 19th we were told to wait on SS since it took a few weeks to update the computer.
She did bank first who only needed to make a copy of the name change. then she went to the DL which also does passports. She got both of them done.
utilities were all done over the phone. Same with most credit cards.
One card required use to fax the court documents and either a copy of a passport or new DL or State issued ID card.

Also do not forget at work for benefits such as medical and dental cards plus life insurance, 401K beneficaries, etc, etc.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2012-11-14 16:22:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 FILERS - MAY 2012

So I took and passed my test on Sep 12 but I'm changing my name. Does anyone know how long does it usually take to get the latter with the Oath date? I'm so impatient :P



For trisha it was less than a month. So it did not have any impact upon the timeline
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2012-09-25 01:23:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 FILERS - MAY 2012
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Birdysboy........|05/02/2012.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|Charlotte, NC.....|--/--.|
gus123...........|05/02/2012.|--/--/--.|05/09/12.|06/12/12.|08/--/12.|09/18/12.|09/28/12.|New York, NY......|--/--.|Passed
Jamaican JNR.....|05/02/2012.|05/07/12.|05/07/12.|06/22/12.|08/03/12.|09/11/12.|10/15/12.|New York, NY......|06/08.|Passed
Ms.Frias.........|05/03/2012.|05/09/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|Kendall, FL.......|--/--.|
Princess In Love.|05/05/2012.|05/11/12.|05/10/12.|06/14/12.|07/09/12.|08/13/12.|09/11/12.|Boston, MA........|06/08.|USC
cybpiero.........|05/05/2012.|05/11/12.|05/10/12.|06/21/12.|07/03/12.|08/06/12.|08/22/12.|Dallas, TX........|--/--.|USC
kmehmood1........|05/08/2012.|05/11/12.|05/11/12.|06/25/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|Houston, TX.......|06/14.|
Rainbow007.......|05/08/2012.|05/15/12.|05/14/12.|--/--/--.|08/18/12.|09/18/12.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|--/--.|
dang2012.........|05/08/2012.|--/--/--.|05/24/12.|07/03/12.|07/13/12.|08/13/12.|08/31/12.|Dallas, TX........|--/--.|USC
BKMatthew........|05/09/2012.|05/22/12.|05/17/12.|06/22/12.|09/14/12.|10/17/12.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|06/06.|Inline 7/10/12
Yodit............|05/10/2012.|--/--/--.|05/16/12.|06/27/12.|07/20/12.|08/23/12.|08/29/12.|Houston, TX.......|06/13.|USC
olala............|05/10/2012.|--/--/--.|05/14/12.|06/28/12.|08/20/12.|09/27/12.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|......|
sjo..............|05/11/2012.|05/18/12.|05/14/12.|06/14/12.|06/21/12.|07/26/12.|09/19/12.|Norfolk, VA.......|--/--.|USC
Chuck76..........|05/14/2012.|05/18/12.|05/18/12.|06/18/12.|07/18/12.|08/24/12.|--/--/--.|Fairfax, VA.......|06/08.|
Kirsty...........|05/14/2012.|05/18/12.|05/18/12.|06/15/12.|07/18/12.|08/24/12.|09/08/12.|Fairfax, VA.......|06/01.|
Andy-n-Maricar...|05/14/2012.|05/22/12.|05/21/12.|06/12/12.|06/29/12.|08/06/12.|09/28/12.|Oklahoma City, OK.|--/--.|
Johnnie J........|05/15/2012.|05/17/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|08/27/12.|--/--/--.|Newark, NJ........|--/--.|
raunous..........|05/15/2012.|05/21/12.|05/29/12.|06/12/12.|06/27/12.|08/06/12.|08/06/12.|Charleston, SC....|--/--.|USC
Krlitos..........|05/15/2012.|05/21/12.|05/25/12.|06/19/12.|08/18/12.|09/20/12.|--/--/--.|Charlotte, NC.....|--/--.|
sam1004..........|05/15/2012.|05/21/12.|05/21/12.|06/28/12.|08/03/12.|09/05/12.|--/--/--.|Houston, TX.......|06/13.|Inline 06/15/12
bgd..............|05/16/2012.|05/21/12.|05/21/12.|07/09/12.|08/23/12.|10/02/12.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|06/22.|
Humz00 ..........|05/16/2012.|05/23/12.|05/26/12.|06/21/12.|08/10/12.|09/10/12.|09/19/12.|Houston, TX.......|--/--.|USC
HelloMiffy.......|05/17/2012.|05/24/12.|05/23/12.|08/02/12.|08/29/12.|11/05/12.|--/--/--.|Buffalo, NY.......|--/--.|
Shari............|05/21/2012.|05/30/12.|05/29/12.|07/13/12.|08/08/12.|09/11/12.|09/11/12.|Atlanta, GA.......|--/--.|
Nina~............|05/21/2012.|05/24/12.|05/24/12.|07/06/12.|08/06/12.|09/11/12.|09/19/12.|Houston, TX.......|--/--.|
gbn(LiSa)........|05/21/2012.|--/--/--.|06/07/12.|07/09/12.|09/10/12.|10/16/12.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|--/--.|
Razorback........|05/22/2012.|05/29/12.|05/28/12.|06/27/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|Atlanta, GA.......|--/--.|Inline 07/17/12
boxergal.........|05/22/2012.|--/--/--.|05/25/12.|06/04/12.|07/16/12.|08/23/12 |--/--/--.|Boston, MA........|--/--.|Passed
*julez*..........|05/24/2012.|06/13/12.|06/08/12.|06/29/12.|07/06/12.|08/15/12.|--/--/--.|Buffalo, NY.......|--/--.|
thanksgod4eva....|05/25/2012.|06/05/12.|06/05/12.|07/23/12.|07/23/12.|08/22/12.|--/--/--.|Norfolk, VA.......|07/13.|
Mayfilerpali.....|05/29/2012.|06/07/12.|06/06/12.|07/17/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|07/09.|
twine............|05/2?/2012.|--/--/--.|06/06/12.|07/17/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|New York, NY......|--/--.|
eng_ashraf12.....|05/30/2012.|--/--/--.|06/07/12.|06/26/12.|07/28/12.|08/30/12.|09/08/12.|Fairfax, VA.......|06/11.|USC

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cdj122952........|05/01/2012.|--/--/--.|05/07/12.|05/24/12.|08/08/12.|09/17/12.|--/--/--.|Los Angeles, CA...|05/15.|Passed
EspoMan..........|05/02/2012.|05/09/12.|05/11/12.|06/21/12.|08/03/12.|09/04/12.|--/--/--.|San Bernadino, CA.|--/--.|
indatti..........|05/03/2012.|05/09/12.|05/08/12.|05/29/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|Omaha, NE.........|--/--.|
i-migrate........|05/04/2012.|05/10/12.|05/12/12.|07/06/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|St. Paul, MN......|--/--.|
savethispatient..|05/09/2012.|05/17/12.|05/16/12.|06/29/12.|07/09/12.|08/13/12.|09/21/12.|Seattle, WA.......|--/--.|Passed
demonking........|05/10/2012.|05/17/12.|05/15/12.|06/22/12.|07/11/12.|08/16/12.|09/19/12.|San Diego, CA.....|--/--.|USC
Tamara143........|05/10/2012.|05/16/12.|05/15/12.|06/26/12.|07/15/12.|08/17/12.|09/27/12.|Oakland, CA.......|--/--.|Passed
7Rivers..........|05/11/2012.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|San Diego, CA.....|--/--.|
pinay28..........|05/17/2012.|--/--/--.|05/30/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|..................|--/--.|
cardilene........|05/18/2012.|05/22/12.|05/26/12.|06/22/12.|--/--/--.|09/12/12.|--/--/--.|Phoenix, AZ.......|--/--.|
dale_trisha......|05/20/2012.|05/24/12.|05/23/12.|07/16/12.|07/23/12.|08/27/12.|09/19/12.|Saint Paul, MN....|07/03.|USC
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baba@sharif......|05/21/2012.|05/29/12.|05/24/12.|06/19/12.|08/18/12.|09/19/12.|--/--/--.|Seattle, WA.......|--/--.|
pRetTy_aNgeL.....|05/22/2012.|05/30/12.|05/29/12.|06/19/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|Chicago, IL.......|06/08.|
IsilandAlex......|05/29/2012.|06/05/12.|06/01/12.|07/20/12.|07/30/12.|--/--/--.|--/--/--.|St. Paul, MN......|--/--.|Awaiting new date
believer.........|05/31/2012.|06/06/12.|06/07/12.|07/10/12.|08/01/12.|09/06/12.|--/--/--.|Denver, CO........|--/--.|


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dale_trishaMalePhilippines2012-09-20 07:31:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionUS Citizen losing Citizenship...
QUOTE (KarimaG @ Dec 2 2009, 05:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
There has been a question among my family, and everyone thinks they are right... and im wondering if anyone has the answer...

Me, being a american born citizen, moves to another country to gat married. Just temporarily. Im doing this in the even that our k1 did not happen, or if he was in AP for too long. Then I will fly over there and marry and come back here later apon approval of that.

Question; If I do this, move there, get married, took citizenship, will I be able to come back home to my own country, united states? Because I was born here i can never lose citizenship here correct?

And by me just marrying there does not make me lose citizen ship here.

Family members are under the impression if I move over there to wait this out with him, or marry over there, or take citizenship there, that I willnever be able to come back home bc I will lose my citizenship here. Thanksssss!!!


My wife, a USC, moved to Canada, married me there and lived there with me for 2 years. This had no effect on her US Citizenship at all. She did move back here before I entered the country to establish residence and get work. That helped with the immigration process but had nothing to do with Citizenship.

K

CdnMNMaleCanada2009-12-03 07:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionQuestions and answers from the embassy in Cairo
Moderator: (09:32) A transcript of today’s session will be available in the coming days in both English and Arabic. In the meantime, we’d encourage you to continue visiting our website which we try to update regularly with new information about our procedures, hours, and requirements. Thank you again for your participation and interest in visiting the United States. We look forward to welcoming you at the Embassy!

Here are most of them enjoy:

Ahmed Aly 3: (5/5/2011 08:12) Did the chat session get started?
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:12) Yes, we have begun - thank you for joining us!
AMRO SELIM - JOURNALIST: (08:12) is the situation after 25 january revolution will

make any difference for egyptian people in taking us visa ?
CG_Powers: (08:12) While the recent events in Egypt caused the Consular Section to

temporarily close, our operations are running as normal. Officers will interview

applicants as before and base their decisions independent of events since January

25th.
khaled: (08:13) i have a question about setting an interview for immigration , how

can i be sure that i travel
CG Powers: (08:13) With respect to your immigrant visa interview, you will receive

a letter informing you of the date and time of the interview appointment. Once

the immigrant visa is issued, you will need to travel to the US within 6 months.
dona: (08:15) hey i put my qustion many times , but no one answering me
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:15) We have received all of your questions, and we

will answer as many as possible. If we do not address your specific question, we

have probably answered another very similar to it.
Abdallah Hussain: (08:15) I'm asking MR Roberto is bn laden death affect our dv

(IV) vissa proccesing that our passprts inside the consular one month ago?
CG Powers: (08:15) The Embassy is open for full visa services and visas are issued

as soon as the processing is completed.
Amr hamed: (08:15) how i can received the answer
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:15) All answers will be posted here.
Mohamed 2: (08:16) Do you have a ceiling to grant visa on daily basis?
CG_Powers: (08:16) No. Each case is reviewed individually, and visas are issued

to all qualifying applicants. Obviously, the number of issuances varies each day.
Ramy: (08:17) how can the Usa embassy help me to get better life ?i want live

there all my life and be Good Man .. can i get your help ??
CG_Powers: (08:19) Good afternoon and welcome! The Consulate of the United States

of America in Cairo is pleased to have the opportunity to interact with you, the

Egyptian and American public today.
Michael 3: (08:20) Hello. I traveled in 1995 to the United States with my parents

to visit my relatives (my aunts) and we came back after 18 days and almost got the

visa without any calls from my relatives, and of about two months died One of my

aunts, and now I want to travel to check on her children and vision for the rest

of the relatives and reassuring them, do I need in these days the invitation of my

aunt? And any application should dictate? With the knowledge that I am I have my

own project and a statement of account of me and some properties such as apartment

and car, and the duration of the visa that I want the month at the most.
Lobna Nabil: (08:21) I applied for family visa I have my sister there, who live in

USA. My dad & my mum took their visa EXCEPT me.
CG Powers: (08:21) I am not certain of your question. In order to travel to the

US, you will need to apply for and receive a visa. The fact that your parents

have visas will be taken into consideration in examining your visa application.
TechnoMan: (08:23) Hello Sir Powers, I had my interview a month ago and the

consulate didn't keep my passport and told me i am in Administrative processing,

is that of any indication
CG Powers: (08:23) We did not keep your passport in view of the fact that it is

not possible to predict the amount of time required for completion of the

administrative processing. While waiting the completion of this mandatory

processing, you are able to travel with your passport. When the processing is

finished, we will request that you send your passport to the embassy for visa

issuance.
sherif 3: (08:24) The National Visa Center is saying it DID NOT recieve

correspondant from the embassy that it is open now??
CG Powers: (08:24) NVC has been informed that the embassy is open for full visa

services, and they have begun forwarding files to us for adjudication. We are

making every effort to clear up the backlog due to the suspension of services as

quickly as possible.
Red Rose: (08:25) Q: My daughter was added to my passport and she was granted a

visa. Now she has her own passport. Does she have to apply for a new visa? (visa

with multiple passports)
CG_Powers: (08:25) No, your daughter’s visa is still valid and she will be able to

travel with you with her new passport and the visa in the parent’s passport. If

she wishes to travel alone, then she will need to apply for a visa for her new

passport.
Michel Awad: (08:27) hello when my wanted to apply for visitor visa to visit me in

the US they asked to submit proof of status such as green card or photocopy of

passport but i dont have them yet and my case is pending so can she use my

American ID or EAD card as proof of status?
Rita: (08:28) Q: I have a valid b1/b2 visa on my passport and I want to apply for

a J1 visa. Can I have both visas on my passport or will the b1/b2 be canceled?

(holding multiple visas)
CG_Powers: (08:28) Yes. You may several classifications of visas as long as your

meet the requirements for issuance.
Umm-Yusuf: (08:29) when the immigration visa (DV Lottery) meeting schedule

updated?is it weekly or monthly ?& when interviews will start for 2012 Dv Lottery

program?
CG Powers: (08:29) Interview for DV 2012 will not commence until October 1. You

will be informed directly by KCC of your interview date and time. These

notifications are sent out as the dates are fixed and as long as there are still

DV available.
hany: (08:30) i'm married from american citizen and we apply the i 130 and then

they sent it to the nvc and have my case number and they accept it for how long

now i have to wait to have the interview?
doctor: (08:31) i will travel to USA to do exam usmle step2 cs there , what is

requirment for visa ?can my visa refused ?
CG_Powers: (08:31) You should apply for a B1/B2 visa. There are no special

documents required for submitting an application. You should be able to

demonstrate that you have the necessary funds to cover your proposed visit, as

well as demonstrate that you intend to return home following the visit. In

addition, it may be helpful, though not required, to bring confirmation of your

exam date/location, as well as proof of previous step exams you have taken.
Badry: (08:32) I think if someone got a green card and he is married his wife and

kids can follow but how about if I have a returned residence status would that

apply to me ?
CG Powers: (08:32) If you are a returning resident, you can file immigrant visa

petitions on behalf of your wife and children once you are back in the US. They

will not be able to travel with you until they receive immigrant visas.
Riham: (08:33) Q: I have a pending case since last December. Is it faster if I

apply for a new appointment and submit a recent application? (pending cases & new

applications)
CG_Powers: (08:33) No, if your case is pending administrative processing you will

have to wait until the administrative processing has been completed.
gaga: (08:33) While filling out the CEAC application I could not download the

photo. Will that be a problem?
CG Powers: (08:33) In the event that you are unable to download the photo

electronically, we will capture the photograph at the time of your interview.
Umm-Yusuf: (08:34) what is the validity of ''police certificate'' in order to

prepare my papers for the interview of Dv lottery program?
CG Powers: (08:34) The police certificate is valid for one year.
REMO: (08:38) How long it takes to get answer from the ACS regarding my

applications to get consular report of birth abroad, and how can i check the

status on line to track it?
CG Powers: (08:38) It is not possible to check the status of CRBA application on

line. You should free to contact us at ConsularCairoACS@state.govOnce you have

submitted your CRBA application, you should get an initial response within a week

or two if everything is completed.
sameh: (08:38) whats up ? why there is no one answer me ?
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:38) We are answering as many questions as possible.

There are hundreds of attendees, and many hundreds of questions, but we will do

the best we can!
mina guerges: (08:39) hi, i'm an american citizen, i would like to know as of

today, is the american embassy in cairo closed?
CG_Powers: (08:39) No, the American Embassy in Cairo is not closed. We are open

Sunday through Thursday. For more specific hours of operation, please check our

website.
George Faheem: (08:39) hi, i'm an american citizen, i would like to know as of

today, is the american embassy in cairo closed?
CG_Powers: (08:39) No, the American Embassy in Cairo is not closed. We are open

Sunday through Thursday. For more specific hours of operation, please check our

website.
khaled 2: (08:40) thank u for ur time, i receive e,mail from consul they will

issue my vias after prossising with in two week and i am waiting since i sent my

passport on 4/17/2011 my case No CRO2009836001 interveiw date 1/17/2011
CG Powers: (08:40) Please email us directly at ConsularCairoIV@state.gov and we

will check on the status of your case.






CG-Powers: (08:59) Hello Sherif, thanks for waiting. Administrative processing

usually takes between 30 and 90 days. If your case has taken longer, please

contact us via email at consularcaironiv@state.gov.
kyrillos: (08:59) As I'm a coptic orthodox christian, is there anyway to apply as

asylum seeker from here..? from Egypt!
CG Powers: (08:59) No
ahmed 5: (09:00) MY BROTHER COULD NOT COMPLETE HIS TREATMENT THERE AND HE BACK TO

EGYPT ,,THEY TOLD HIM YOU MUST PAY THE ADVANCE COSTS (HOW HE CAN PAY ALTHOUGH ALL

BANKS CLOSED HERE WHILE HE GO OUT OF EGYPT AND WHILE HE ARRIVED CENTER THERE HE

ONLY SIT 2 DAYS AND BACK TO EGYPT THEY TOLD HIM WE WILL TALKE TO HOMELAND SECURITY

AND YOUR EMBASSY IN EGYPT THAT YOU ENTERED FALSE TO USA ALTHOUGH WE READ THAT THE

HOELAND SECURITY AT THE WEBSITE HAVE DONE ALERT TO ALL PEOPLE WHO HAVE PROBLEMS IN
THE COUNTRY AND FINANCING PROBLEMS TO STAY IN USA WE HAVE SOLUTIONS TO THEM ( SO

DO HE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS IF BACK TO COMPLETE TREATMENT OR BUSINESS)
CG Powers: (09:00) It is not possible to answer this question on line. Please

send your question to Consular CairoNIV@state.gov and we will provide you with a

complete response.
ibrahim: (09:00) MY BROTHER COULD NOT COMPLETE HIS TREATMENT THERE AND HE BACK TO

EGYPT ,,THEY TOLD HIM YOU MUST PAY THE ADVANCE COSTS (HOW HE CAN PAY ALTHOUGH ALL

BANKS CLOSED HERE WHILE HE GO OUT OF EGYPT AND WHILE HE ARRIVED CENTER THERE HE

ONLY SIT 2 DAYS AND BACK TO EGYPT THEY TOLD HIM WE WILL TALKE TO HOMELAND SECURITY

AND YOUR EMBASSY IN EGYPT THAT YOU ENTERED FALSE TO USA ALTHOUGH WE READ THAT THE

HOELAND SECURITY AT THE WEBSITE HAVE DONE ALERT TO ALL PEOPLE WHO HAVE PROBLEMS IN

THE COUNTRY AND FINANCING PROBLEMS TO STAY IN USA WE HAVE SOLUTIONS TO THEM ( SO

DO HE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS IF BACK TO COMPLETE TREATMENT OR BUSINESS)
CG Powers: (09:00) It is not possible to answer this question on line. Please

send your question to Consular CairoNIV@state.gov and we will provide you with a

complete response.
soza: (09:01) iam egyptian and my husband amrican and he began the paper for me in

USA and now in NVC how long it will takes there?and i want to know all the steps

in NVC?
CG-Powers: (09:01) Hi Soza, thanks for your question. We only receive completed

visa packages from NVC. I suggest you contact NVC directly at

NVCinquiry@state.gov.
HALY 2: (09:02) is there a phone number that we can call a live oparator to check

on a k1 visa?
CG Powers: (09:02) Please send an email to ConsularCairoIV with your phone number,

and we will call you directly to provide guidance.
sameh 2: (09:03) hiiii my mother want to take early appointment to travel
CG_Powers: (09:03) The Embassy does provide expedited appointments in a few

limited cases. Your mother should contact us to let us know of her situation.

Given that expedited appointments are not always available, it is best to request

your interview as far in advance of your travel as possible.
mo: (09:03) i,D LIKE TO APPLY FOR A APPIOTMENT...HOW COULD I DO THIS??
CG Powers: (09:03) If you need a nonimmigrant visa appointment, you should

contact Vodafone. If you need an immigrant visa appointment, you will be notified

directly by NVC when your petition is current.
Michael Luka: (09:03) I was applying for a tourist visa last Wednesday in 27 April

and the consular said I'm not rejected and I'm not approved and she gave a case

number to check it online but this message always appears we were not able to

identify Case # 2011117-221-1, please make sure you have entered your Case Number

correctly
CG-Powers: (09:03) Hi Michael. Please make sure you're using the correct address:

it's egypt.usembassy.gov/consular/niv8.html If you continue to have problems,

please contact us at consularcaironiv@state.gov.
GERGES: (09:04) My younger brother is currently resident in America could you help

me ?
CG Powers: (09:04) It is not clear what type of assistance you are seeking.
DEMYAN ZARIF: (09:04) thanks for answerd me , but what if i want to go see my wife

and from there she can finsh it when i,m there , is that Possible?
CG Powers: (09:04) If your intent is to immigrate, you will need to obtain an

immigrant visa and will not be able to travel with a nonimmigrant visa.
Rita: (09:04) Q: My child was born in New Jersey. I lost his birth certificate

and need to get a new one. How would I do that?
CG_Powers: (09:04) Each state has a legal entity that issues official birth

certificates for citizens born in the state. To get a new birth certificate, you

should contact the state’s vital records office directly. Unfortunately, the

Embassy cannot replace lost U.S. birth certificates for you. The information for

getting a new birth certificate from New Jersey can be found here:

http://www.state.nj.us/health/vital/ If you are getting the birth certificate to

be used in Egypt, be sure you have it authenticated at the nearest Egyptian

Embassy or consulate in the U.S. The Embassy is not able to certify U.S. birth

certificates for use in Egypt.
Michael 4: (09:05) I applied I-130 petition from Cairo, approved, then i got

letter stating visa type CR-1, while it should be IR-1 as I got married for 3

years ago...I completed all the required documents, and stated this mistake,

finally I got the interview letter stating visa type CR-1. the second interview at

the next week, how can i modify it to avoid the mistake of getting IR-1 stamp at

the port of entry (which happened to many people)...thank you in advance
CG-Powers: (09:05) Hello, Michael. Please contact us via email at

consularcairoiv@state.gov. Or, please bring this to the attention of our staff

when you appear for your visa interview.
Ramy: (09:06) what is the documents that i need to be sure that i will get Visa to

visit Usa ?? i have my uncle there live since 25 years and many cousins there .. i

want visit them . so i need help so much
CG Powers: (09:06) There are no documents required to submit a visa application.

At the time of the interview, you will need to demonstrate to the satisfaction of

the consular officer that you are not an intending immigrant and that your stay

will be a temporary one.
mostafa ashraf 2: (09:06) plz answer sir powers Q: it will be difficult to to

Egyptians to enter the States after bin laden death ?
CG-Powers: (09:06) Thanks for your question. This will not have any effect on the

ability of Egyptians to enter the U.S.
kyrillos: (09:07) I know that the asylum can be done after arriving in the States,

so is there any way overseas? and How I can do that?
CG Powers: (09:07) It is not possible to apply for political asylum from abroad.
sherif 3: (09:07) Please try to clear the backlog of immigrant interviews so the

NVC can start scheduling more cases,thanks.
CG-Powers: (09:07) NVC will begin scheduling immigrant visa cases in June.
ahmed 5: (09:08) MY BROTHER COULD NOT COMPLETE HIS TREATMENT THERE AND HE BACK TO

EGYPT ,,THEY TOLD HIM YOU MUST PAY THE ADVANCE COSTS (HOW HE CAN PAY ALTHOUGH ALL

BANKS CLOSED HERE WHILE HE GO OUT OF EGYPT AND WHILE HE ARRIVED CENTER THERE HE

ONLY SIT 2 DAYS AND BACK TO EGYPT THEY TOLD HIM WE WILL TALKE TO HOMELAND SECURITY

AND YOUR EMBASSY IN EGYPT THAT YOU ENTERED FALSE TO USA ALTHOUGH WE READ THAT THE

HOELAND SECURITY AT THE WEBSITE HAVE DONE ALERT TO ALL PEOPLE WHO HAVE PROBLEMS IN

THE COUNTRY AND FINANCING PROBLEMS TO STAY IN USA WE HAVE SOLUTIONS TO THEM ( SO

DO HE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS IF BACK TO COMPLETE TREATMENT OR BUSINESS)
CG Powers: (09:08) Please forward this question to ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov. We

will attempt to provide guidance on this issue once we are able to fully

understand your question.
Rita: (09:09) Q. My lawyer in the U.S. has told me to apply for a tourist visa,

and then apply for immigration or adjust my status after I arrive. Can I do that?

(NIV as route to IV)
CG-Powers: (09:09) Generally not. Many categories of immigrant visas involve long

waiting periods before the visa can be issued. It is generally not possible to

spend this period in the U.S.
medo: (09:09) What are the conditions to win the visa Lutheran
CG Powers: (09:09) Please check our website with respect to the Diversity Visa

lottery program: DVlottery@state.gov
gaga: (09:10) How do I apply for a social security number?
CG-Powers: (09:10) You can submit an application for a social security number at

the Embassy by presenting a completed SSA-5 form, proof of age, identity and

citizenship. Children will also need proof of their parents’ identities and

citizenship. You do not need an appointment to submit a social security

application, although you will need to submit the application during the working

hours posted on our website. All applicants over the age of 12 will need to be

present. Please bear in mind that while the Embassy certifies documents attached

to the applications, it does not process them at post and it will take several

months before you receive the social security card, which will be issued in the

U.S. and sent to you via international mail.
marwan: (09:10) my brother broke the visa ,,,, and i just want to go there in the

vacation and see him and come back ,,, what is my chance to get it ?
CG Powers: (09:10) You will need to submit a formal application, and a response

will be provided once your circumstances have been reviewed by a consular officer.
ibrahim: (09:12) I am a student 17 years old I want to travel to the U.S. Please I

want an answe
CG Powers: (09:12) You will first need to submit an application. Please check our

website for instructions on how to do so.
Rita: (09:14) Q: I am a permanent resident in Canada. I have lived in Canada for

12 years. I am also an Egyptian citizen and I hold an Egyptian passport. I came

in for an interview for a B1/B2 visa in Cairo while I was visiting my parents on

holiday and was refused. I was told that I need to apply for a visa in Canada.

Why can’t I apply for a visa in Cairo if I am an Egyptian citizen? (
CG_Powers: (09:14) You are free to apply in Egypt for your visa, but it is usually

best to submit your application where you normally reside, as that is where most

of your ties will be. The requirements for qualification will be the same

wherever you apply.
Lobna Nabil: (09:14) Since my parent are holding 5 years visa. So, would it be

easy for me to travel with them after applying for visa for myself or I will face

another regret. Please advise..?
CG Powers: (09:14) It will be important to alert the consular officer that your

parents hold US visas. This is not, however, a guarantee that you will qualify

for a visa. You will need to demonstrate that you are not an intending immigrant

and that your proposed visit is a temporary one.
mahmoud salem: (09:15) what is the administrative process and how long does it

usually take
CG Powers: (09:15) Adminstrative processing is mandatory and it is possible to

predict how long it will take for completion. This period varies with each

individual application.
abdallah: (09:15) sir i didnt get the answer i want to know can u make it clear to

me please how i can take tourist visa and i dont have money in bank and im studant

??
CG-Powers: (09:15) Hello, abdallah. There is no amount of savings required to get

a non-immigrant visa. However, you will need to show the Consular Officer that

your ties to Egypt are strong enough to guarantee your return home.
khaled: (09:16) there is something i would like to understand ( as i 've been to

europe fbefore for 1 month tourism trip and after i came back i wanted to visit

th U.S but i was refused twice ) is there any chance for me to apply for a visa or

immigration cause actually i want another oppurtunity in a better country
CG Powers: (09:16) You will need to demonstrate that you are not an intending

immigrant and that you will have a compelling reason to return following a

temporary visit to the US.
Mohamed: (09:17) iam asking about if i need to get a visit visa is must to have

experince in travelling before ?
CG_Powers: (09:17) Previous travel is not a requirement for getting a tourist

visa; however, having travel is usually beneficial.
Abdallah Hussain: (09:18) I'm asking MR Roberto Why the dv 2011 (iv) visa valid

too short that many friends recive their passports the visa validity 2 monthes

why?
CG Powers: (09:18) The length of the DV varies, on occasion, depending upon when

some of the medical exam results were completed. Some of the results are valid

for a limited period only.
kareem: (09:18) how can i travel to america as its my dream?
CG-Powers: (09:18) Hello, Kareem, thanks for your question. One option is to apply

for the Diversity Visa program online when it is announced. Once the lottery is

announced you can apply here: dvlottery.travel.state.gov
Rania: (09:19) what is the first step to apply ? i have relatives in the USA from

over 20 years and they offer to help me...do i have to ask for appointement and

how ??? how can i enter the embassy to identify my case ?
CG_Powers: (09:19) First, you will need to contact Vodaphone to request an

appointment. They will notify you of your appointment date. After this, you will

need to pay for your interview at a CIB bank. Our website has more detailed

information on how to request the appointment and what documents to bring on the

day of your interview.
sherif 2: (09:20)  i havent anyony living there and i want to live there with my

handicappied brother
CG Powers: (09:20) In order to immigrate to the US you must have a valid IV

petition filed by an immediate relative.
Nora Yuseef: (09:21) Q. I'm a permanent resident and would like to know if I can

file a petition for my parents; do I have to wait until I become a US citizen

before I can apply for them?
CG Powers: (09:21) Hello Nora, thanks for your question. When reviewing

relationship cases, there is no specific proof required. If the officer requests

more proof of your relationship, common examples are photos of wedding, engagement

parties, or daily life, or proof of communication such as telephone bills or wire

transfers.
Michael Luka: (09:22) I was applying for a tourist visa last Wednesday in 27 April

and the consular said I'm not rejected and I'm not approved and she gave a case

number to check it online but this message always appears we were not able to

identify Case # 2011117-221-1, please make sure you have entered your Case Number

correctly
CG Powers: (09:22) Please contact us directly at ConsularCairoIV@state.gov and we

will check on your case.
ahmed aly: (09:23) Q: if i got rejected once and i have an exam that i have to

catch, will i apply again or should i wait??
CG Powers: (09:23) You are free to submit a new application if your circumstances

have changed since your last application. You will still need to demonstrate that

you are not an intending immigrant and that you will have a compelling reason to

return home following a temporary visit.
Ramez: (09:24) Which justifications will help me prove that i intend to return

home after my visit is finished?
CG_Powers: (09:24) To be eligible for a tourist visa you must demonstrate that you

have more ties to your home country than to the United States. There are several

different types of ties (social, financial, through community, family, travel,

etc). Ties may very greatly between applicants and there is no specific number or

type that we are looking for.
GERGES: (09:25) I hope and I want to immigrate Abaka next to my little brother

there Is it possible to please answer
CG Powers: (09:25) Your immediate relative in the US will need to file an

immigrant visa petition on your behalf.
Alaa Elbatawy: (09:26) i just want to know if i want to work in usa i need to get

susponsership from the place i;m going to work in it or what?
CG-Powers: (09:26) Hello, Alaa. If you wish work in the U.S., a U.S. employer must

file an employment-based petition on your behalf. Alternately, if you obtain an

immigrant visa, you will be able to work once you receive your permanent

residency.
sherif 3: (09:26) my wife is waiting for immigrant visa interview why she can't

come on visit visa untill her interview date is scheduled?
CG_Powers: (09:26) Your wife is welcome to apply for a tourist visa while her

immigrant visa is pending; however, she will have to prove that she is not

intending to immigrate to the United States, which may be difficult to do if she

has an immigrant visa in process.
Aly Nasreldin: (09:27) i have sent my case couple days ago as i do have my

daughter which is american citizen living with my ex wife ( which is American as

well) in the USA, i divorced my wife before i get a green card and left the USA

and now every time i try to apply for a visa a get refusal cause they say i over

stayed a previous visa. My ex is afraid to send my daughter which is 15 yearss old

to visit me, i pay child support and me and my daaughter want to meet,,, how come

i cant have a visa to the USA ??? what kind of law would block a father from his

daughter? and what is wrong with me over stayed a previous visa when y ex was

pregnant and i had a reasson to overstay??? how can i re-unite with my baby??? i

need to know
CG Powers: (09:27) Please send an email to the direct attention of the Consul

General: ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov and he will reach out to you directly.
George E.: (09:28) I applied for an Internship in an American NGO, and they

accepted me, the told me top call the embassy to ask what type of visa I need. and

when I called Vodafone (2100) they couldn't help me out , they asked. so I had to

get back to my NGO again , and toVOdafobe , back and forth, and it was really hard

for me. so I'm just aking , is it possible that an officer inside the embassy

answer these kind of question that they have no answers at vodafone? Thanks a lot.
CG Powers: (09:28) Please send an email to ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov and we will

reach out to you directly to discuss this issue.
George E.: (09:29) i checked the reasult of lottery, is this the final reasult ?
CG Powers: (09:29) Yes
sherif: (09:30) Dear Sir i vemade the interview since April 12th,they said it ll

taKe 3 days to get the answer whether or not to get the visa till now i go on the

niv visa status with my numer and it says check later the question is?till when

?when do i get the visa or the refuse?????i got that confernce in las vegas this

month i m losing time,,,,i m a lecturer of anaesthesia and intensive care

Alexandra University please hurry up with your visas thank you
CG Powers: (09:30) Please send a message directly to ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov

and we will check on the status of your application and get back to you directly

with a response.
FADY: (09:32) WHY MOST PEOPLE GET A REFUSE WHEN THEY APPLT FOR TOURIST VISA?
CG Powers: (09:32) Although it is commonly believed that most applicants are

refused visas, nearly 70% of all applications for nonimmigrant visas in Cairo are

approved.
Moderator: (09:32)  Our time has unfortunately come to an end. We hope that this

session has been helpful and we apologize to those of you whose questions we were

not able to address. A transcript of today’s session will be available in the

coming days in both English and Arabic. In the meantime, we’d encourage you to

continue visiting our website which we try to update regularly with new

information about our procedures, hours, and requirements. Thank you again for

your participation and interest in visiting the United States. We look forward to

welcoming you at the Embassy!
ramy_87MaleEgypt2011-05-05 09:55:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Q
Mabrukkkk!!
ramy_87MaleEgypt2011-05-16 09:15:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWaiting on Cairo Embassy

Hello everyone,

Thought I would create a thread for anyone waiting for an interview date or if you are in AP in Cairo. Somewhere we can share any thoughts, worries, opinions and support each other.

As for our case at NVC was completed on the 5th of April. Status: waiting for an interview date. Going out of my mind crazy waiting :wacko:

Hope you will join me. Thanks



My case completed Feb 15th still waiting too
ramy_87MaleEgypt2011-04-12 15:32:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionQuestions and answers from the embassy in Cairo
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Ahmed Aly 3: (5/5/2011 08:12) Did the chat session get started?
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:12) Yes, we have begun - thank you for joining us!
AMRO SELIM - JOURNALIST: (08:12) is the situation after 25 january revolution will make any difference for egyptian people in taking us visa ?
CG_Powers: (08:12) While the recent events in Egypt caused the Consular Section to temporarily close, our operations are running as normal. Officers will interview applicants as before and base their decisions independent of events since January 25th.
khaled: (08:13) i have a question about setting an interview for immigration , how can i be sure that i travel
CG Powers: (08:13) With respect to your immigrant visa interview, you will receive a letter informing you of the date and time of the interview appointment. Once the immigrant visa is issued, you will need to travel to the US within 6 months.
dona: (08:15) hey i put my qustion many times , but no one answering me
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:15) We have received all of your questions, and we will answer as many as possible. If we do not address your specific question, we have probably answered another very similar to it.
Abdallah Hussain: (08:15) I'm asking MR Roberto is bn laden death affect our dv (IV) vissa proccesing that our passprts inside the consular one month ago?
CG Powers: (08:15) The Embassy is open for full visa services and visas are issued as soon as the processing is completed.
Amr hamed: (08:15) how i can received the answer
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:15) All answers will be posted here.
Mohamed 2: (08:16) Do you have a ceiling to grant visa on daily basis?
CG_Powers: (08:16) No. Each case is reviewed individually, and visas are issued to all qualifying applicants. Obviously, the number of issuances varies each day.
Ramy: (08:17) how can the Usa embassy help me to get better life ?i want live there all my life and be Good Man .. can i get your help ??
CG_Powers: (08:19) Good afternoon and welcome! The Consulate of the United States of America in Cairo is pleased to have the opportunity to interact with you, the Egyptian and American public today.
Michael 3: (08:20) Hello. I traveled in 1995 to the United States with my parents to visit my relatives (my aunts) and we came back after 18 days and almost got the visa without any calls from my relatives, and of about two months died One of my aunts, and now I want to travel to check on her children and vision for the rest of the relatives and reassuring them, do I need in these days the invitation of my aunt? And any application should dictate? With the knowledge that I am I have my own project and a statement of account of me and some properties such as apartment and car, and the duration of the visa that I want the month at the most.
Lobna Nabil: (08:21) I applied for family visa I have my sister there, who live in USA. My dad & my mum took their visa EXCEPT me.
CG Powers: (08:21) I am not certain of your question. In order to travel to the US, you will need to apply for and receive a visa. The fact that your parents have visas will be taken into consideration in examining your visa application.
TechnoMan: (08:23) Hello Sir Powers, I had my interview a month ago and the consulate didn't keep my passport and told me i am in Administrative processing, is that of any indication
CG Powers: (08:23) We did not keep your passport in view of the fact that it is not possible to predict the amount of time required for completion of the administrative processing. While waiting the completion of this mandatory processing, you are able to travel with your passport. When the processing is finished, we will request that you send your passport to the embassy for visa issuance.
sherif 3: (08:24) The National Visa Center is saying it DID NOT recieve correspondant from the embassy that it is open now??
CG Powers: (08:24) NVC has been informed that the embassy is open for full visa services, and they have begun forwarding files to us for adjudication. We are making every effort to clear up the backlog due to the suspension of services as quickly as possible.
Red Rose: (08:25) Q: My daughter was added to my passport and she was granted a visa. Now she has her own passport. Does she have to apply for a new visa? (visa with multiple passports)
CG_Powers: (08:25) No, your daughter’s visa is still valid and she will be able to travel with you with her new passport and the visa in the parent’s passport. If she wishes to travel alone, then she will need to apply for a visa for her new passport.
Michel Awad: (08:27) hello when my wanted to apply for visitor visa to visit me in the US they asked to submit proof of status such as green card or photocopy of passport but i dont have them yet and my case is pending so can she use my American ID or EAD card as proof of status?
Rita: (08:28) Q: I have a valid b1/b2 visa on my passport and I want to apply for a J1 visa. Can I have both visas on my passport or will the b1/b2 be canceled? (holding multiple visas)
CG_Powers: (08:28) Yes. You may several classifications of visas as long as your meet the requirements for issuance.
Umm-Yusuf: (08:29) when the immigration visa (DV Lottery) meeting schedule updated?is it weekly or monthly ?& when interviews will start for 2012 Dv Lottery program?
CG Powers: (08:29) Interview for DV 2012 will not commence until October 1. You will be informed directly by KCC of your interview date and time. These notifications are sent out as the dates are fixed and as long as there are still DV available.
hany: (08:30) i'm married from american citizen and we apply the i 130 and then they sent it to the nvc and have my case number and they accept it for how long now i have to wait to have the interview?
doctor: (08:31) i will travel to USA to do exam usmle step2 cs there , what is requirment for visa ?can my visa refused ?
CG_Powers: (08:31) You should apply for a B1/B2 visa. There are no special documents required for submitting an application. You should be able to demonstrate that you have the necessary funds to cover your proposed visit, as well as demonstrate that you intend to return home following the visit. In addition, it may be helpful, though not required, to bring confirmation of your exam date/location, as well as proof of previous step exams you have taken.
Badry: (08:32) I think if someone got a green card and he is married his wife and kids can follow but how about if I have a returned residence status would that apply to me ?
CG Powers: (08:32) If you are a returning resident, you can file immigrant visa petitions on behalf of your wife and children once you are back in the US. They will not be able to travel with you until they receive immigrant visas.
Riham: (08:33) Q: I have a pending case since last December. Is it faster if I apply for a new appointment and submit a recent application? (pending cases & new applications)
CG_Powers: (08:33) No, if your case is pending administrative processing you will have to wait until the administrative processing has been completed.
gaga: (08:33) While filling out the CEAC application I could not download the photo. Will that be a problem?
CG Powers: (08:33) In the event that you are unable to download the photo electronically, we will capture the photograph at the time of your interview.
Umm-Yusuf: (08:34) what is the validity of ''police certificate'' in order to prepare my papers for the interview of Dv lottery program?
CG Powers: (08:34) The police certificate is valid for one year.
REMO: (08:38) How long it takes to get answer from the ACS regarding my applications to get consular report of birth abroad, and how can i check the status on line to track it?
CG Powers: (08:38) It is not possible to check the status of CRBA application on line. You should free to contact us at ConsularCairoACS@state.govOnce you have submitted your CRBA application, you should get an initial response within a week or two if everything is completed.
sameh: (08:38) whats up ? why there is no one answer me ?
CO.NX Moderator (Sarah): (08:38) We are answering as many questions as possible. There are hundreds of attendees, and many hundreds of questions, but we will do the best we can!
mina guerges: (08:39) hi, i'm an american citizen, i would like to know as of today, is the american embassy in cairo closed?
CG_Powers: (08:39) No, the American Embassy in Cairo is not closed. We are open Sunday through Thursday. For more specific hours of operation, please check our website.
George Faheem: (08:39) hi, i'm an american citizen, i would like to know as of today, is the american embassy in cairo closed?
CG_Powers: (08:39) No, the American Embassy in Cairo is not closed. We are open Sunday through Thursday. For more specific hours of operation, please check our website.
khaled 2: (08:40) thank u for ur time, i receive e,mail from consul they will issue my vias after prossising with in two week and i am waiting since i sent my passport on 4/17/2011 my case No CRO2009836001 interveiw date 1/17/2011
CG Powers: (08:40) Please email us directly at ConsularCairoIV@state.gov and we will check on the status of your case.


CG-Powers: (08:59) Hello Sherif, thanks for waiting. Administrative processing usually takes between 30 and 90 days. If your case has taken longer, please contact us via email at consularcaironiv@state.gov.
kyrillos: (08:59) As I'm a coptic orthodox christian, is there anyway to apply as asylum seeker from here..? from Egypt!
CG Powers: (08:59) No
ahmed 5: (09:00) MY BROTHER COULD NOT COMPLETE HIS TREATMENT THERE AND HE BACK TO EGYPT ,,THEY TOLD HIM YOU MUST PAY THE ADVANCE COSTS (HOW HE CAN PAY ALTHOUGH ALL BANKS CLOSED HERE WHILE HE GO OUT OF EGYPT AND WHILE HE ARRIVED CENTER THERE HE ONLY SIT 2 DAYS AND BACK TO EGYPT THEY TOLD HIM WE WILL TALKE TO HOMELAND SECURITY AND YOUR EMBASSY IN EGYPT THAT YOU ENTERED FALSE TO USA ALTHOUGH WE READ THAT THE HOELAND SECURITY AT THE WEBSITE HAVE DONE ALERT TO ALL PEOPLE WHO HAVE PROBLEMS IN
THE COUNTRY AND FINANCING PROBLEMS TO STAY IN USA WE HAVE SOLUTIONS TO THEM ( SO DO HE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS IF BACK TO COMPLETE TREATMENT OR BUSINESS)
CG Powers: (09:00) It is not possible to answer this question on line. Please send your question to Consular CairoNIV@state.gov and we will provide you with a complete response.
ibrahim: (09:00) MY BROTHER COULD NOT COMPLETE HIS TREATMENT THERE AND HE BACK TO EGYPT ,,THEY TOLD HIM YOU MUST PAY THE ADVANCE COSTS (HOW HE CAN PAY ALTHOUGH ALL BANKS CLOSED HERE WHILE HE GO OUT OF EGYPT AND WHILE HE ARRIVED CENTER THERE HE ONLY SIT 2 DAYS AND BACK TO EGYPT THEY TOLD HIM WE WILL TALKE TO HOMELAND SECURITY AND YOUR EMBASSY IN EGYPT THAT YOU ENTERED FALSE TO USA ALTHOUGH WE READ THAT THE HOELAND SECURITY AT THE WEBSITE HAVE DONE ALERT TO ALL PEOPLE WHO HAVE PROBLEMS IN THE COUNTRY AND FINANCING PROBLEMS TO STAY IN USA WE HAVE SOLUTIONS TO THEM ( SO DO HE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS IF BACK TO COMPLETE TREATMENT OR BUSINESS)
CG Powers: (09:00) It is not possible to answer this question on line. Please send your question to Consular CairoNIV@state.gov and we will provide you with a complete response.
soza: (09:01) iam egyptian and my husband amrican and he began the paper for me in USA and now in NVC how long it will takes there?and i want to know all the steps in NVC?
CG-Powers: (09:01) Hi Soza, thanks for your question. We only receive completed visa packages from NVC. I suggest you contact NVC directly at NVCinquiry@state.gov.
HALY 2: (09:02) is there a phone number that we can call a live oparator to check on a k1 visa?
CG Powers: (09:02) Please send an email to ConsularCairoIV with your phone number, and we will call you directly to provide guidance.
sameh 2: (09:03) hiiii my mother want to take early appointment to travel
CG_Powers: (09:03) The Embassy does provide expedited appointments in a few limited cases. Your mother should contact us to let us know of her situation. Given that expedited appointments are not always available, it is best to request your interview as far in advance of your travel as possible.
mo: (09:03) i,D LIKE TO APPLY FOR A APPIOTMENT...HOW COULD I DO THIS??
CG Powers: (09:03) If you need a nonimmigrant visa appointment, you should contact Vodafone. If you need an immigrant visa appointment, you will be notified directly by NVC when your petition is current.
Michael Luka: (09:03) I was applying for a tourist visa last Wednesday in 27 April and the consular said I'm not rejected and I'm not approved and she gave a case number to check it online but this message always appears we were not able to identify Case # 2011117-221-1, please make sure you have entered your Case Number correctly
CG-Powers: (09:03) Hi Michael. Please make sure you're using the correct address: it's egypt.usembassy.gov/consular/niv8.html If you continue to have problems, please contact us at consularcaironiv@state.gov.
GERGES: (09:04) My younger brother is currently resident in America could you help me ?
CG Powers: (09:04) It is not clear what type of assistance you are seeking.
DEMYAN ZARIF: (09:04) thanks for answerd me , but what if i want to go see my wife and from there she can finsh it when i,m there , is that Possible?
CG Powers: (09:04) If your intent is to immigrate, you will need to obtain an immigrant visa and will not be able to travel with a nonimmigrant visa.
Rita: (09:04) Q: My child was born in New Jersey. I lost his birth certificate and need to get a new one. How would I do that?
CG_Powers: (09:04) Each state has a legal entity that issues official birth certificates for citizens born in the state. To get a new birth certificate, you should contact the state’s vital records office directly. Unfortunately, the Embassy cannot replace lost U.S. birth certificates for you. The information for getting a new birth certificate from New Jersey can be found here: http://www.state.nj.us/health/vital/ If you are getting the birth certificate to be used in Egypt, be sure you have it authenticated at the nearest Egyptian Embassy or consulate in the U.S. The Embassy is not able to certify U.S. birth certificates for use in Egypt.
Michael 4: (09:05) I applied I-130 petition from Cairo, approved, then i got letter stating visa type CR-1, while it should be IR-1 as I got married for 3 years ago...I completed all the required documents, and stated this mistake, finally I got the interview letter stating visa type CR-1. the second interview at the next week, how can i modify it to avoid the mistake of getting IR-1 stamp at the port of entry (which happened to many people)...thank you in advance
CG-Powers: (09:05) Hello, Michael. Please contact us via email at consularcairoiv@state.gov. Or, please bring this to the attention of our staff when you appear for your visa interview.
Ramy: (09:06) what is the documents that i need to be sure that i will get Visa to visit Usa ?? i have my uncle there live since 25 years and many cousins there .. i want visit them . so i need help so much
CG Powers: (09:06) There are no documents required to submit a visa application. At the time of the interview, you will need to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the consular officer that you are not an intending immigrant and that your stay will be a temporary one.
mostafa ashraf 2: (09:06) plz answer sir powers Q: it will be difficult to to Egyptians to enter the States after bin laden death ?
CG-Powers: (09:06) Thanks for your question. This will not have any effect on the ability of Egyptians to enter the U.S.
kyrillos: (09:07) I know that the asylum can be done after arriving in the States, so is there any way overseas? and How I can do that?
CG Powers: (09:07) It is not possible to apply for political asylum from abroad.
sherif 3: (09:07) Please try to clear the backlog of immigrant interviews so the NVC can start scheduling more cases,thanks.
CG-Powers: (09:07) NVC will begin scheduling immigrant visa cases in June.
ahmed 5: (09:08) MY BROTHER COULD NOT COMPLETE HIS TREATMENT THERE AND HE BACK TO EGYPT ,,THEY TOLD HIM YOU MUST PAY THE ADVANCE COSTS (HOW HE CAN PAY ALTHOUGH ALL BANKS CLOSED HERE WHILE HE GO OUT OF EGYPT AND WHILE HE ARRIVED CENTER THERE HE ONLY SIT 2 DAYS AND BACK TO EGYPT THEY TOLD HIM WE WILL TALKE TO HOMELAND SECURITY AND YOUR EMBASSY IN EGYPT THAT YOU ENTERED FALSE TO USA ALTHOUGH WE READ THAT THE HOELAND SECURITY AT THE WEBSITE HAVE DONE ALERT TO ALL PEOPLE WHO HAVE PROBLEMS IN THE COUNTRY AND FINANCING PROBLEMS TO STAY IN USA WE HAVE SOLUTIONS TO THEM ( SO DO HE WILL HAVE ANY PROBLEMS IF BACK TO COMPLETE TREATMENT OR BUSINESS)
CG Powers: (09:08) Please forward this question to ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov. We will attempt to provide guidance on this issue once we are able to fully understand your question.
Rita: (09:09) Q. My lawyer in the U.S. has told me to apply for a tourist visa, and then apply for immigration or adjust my status after I arrive. Can I do that? (NIV as route to IV)
CG-Powers: (09:09) Generally not. Many categories of immigrant visas involve long waiting periods before the visa can be issued. It is generally not possible to spend this period in the U.S.
medo: (09:09) What are the conditions to win the visa Lutheran
CG Powers: (09:09) Please check our website with respect to the Diversity Visa lottery program: DVlottery@state.gov
gaga: (09:10) How do I apply for a social security number?
CG-Powers: (09:10) You can submit an application for a social security number at the Embassy by presenting a completed SSA-5 form, proof of age, identity and citizenship. Children will also need proof of their parents’ identities and citizenship. You do not need an appointment to submit a social security application, although you will need to submit the application during the working hours posted on our website. All applicants over the age of 12 will need to be present. Please bear in mind that while the Embassy certifies documents attached to the applications, it does not process them at post and it will take several months before you receive the social security card, which will be issued in the U.S. and sent to you via international mail.
marwan: (09:10) my brother broke the visa ,,,, and i just want to go there in the vacation and see him and come back ,,, what is my chance to get it ?
CG Powers: (09:10) You will need to submit a formal application, and a response will be provided once your circumstances have been reviewed by a consular officer.
ibrahim: (09:12) I am a student 17 years old I want to travel to the U.S. Please I want an answe
CG Powers: (09:12) You will first need to submit an application. Please check our website for instructions on how to do so.
Rita: (09:14) Q: I am a permanent resident in Canada. I have lived in Canada for 12 years. I am also an Egyptian citizen and I hold an Egyptian passport. I came in for an interview for a B1/B2 visa in Cairo while I was visiting my parents on holiday and was refused. I was told that I need to apply for a visa in Canada. Why can’t I apply for a visa in Cairo if I am an Egyptian citizen? (
CG_Powers: (09:14) You are free to apply in Egypt for your visa, but it is usually best to submit your application where you normally reside, as that is where most of your ties will be. The requirements for qualification will be the same wherever you apply.
Lobna Nabil: (09:14) Since my parent are holding 5 years visa. So, would it be easy for me to travel with them after applying for visa for myself or I will face another regret. Please advise..?
CG Powers: (09:14) It will be important to alert the consular officer that your parents hold US visas. This is not, however, a guarantee that you will qualify for a visa. You will need to demonstrate that you are not an intending immigrant and that your proposed visit is a temporary one.
mahmoud salem: (09:15) what is the administrative process and how long does it usually take
CG Powers: (09:15) Adminstrative processing is mandatory and it is possible to predict how long it will take for completion. This period varies with each individual application.
abdallah: (09:15) sir i didnt get the answer i want to know can u make it clear to me please how i can take tourist visa and i dont have money in bank and im studant ??
CG-Powers: (09:15) Hello, abdallah. There is no amount of savings required to get a non-immigrant visa. However, you will need to show the Consular Officer that your ties to Egypt are strong enough to guarantee your return home.
khaled: (09:16) there is something i would like to understand ( as i 've been to europe fbefore for 1 month tourism trip and after i came back i wanted to visit th U.S but i was refused twice ) is there any chance for me to apply for a visa or immigration cause actually i want another oppurtunity in a better country
CG Powers: (09:16) You will need to demonstrate that you are not an intending immigrant and that you will have a compelling reason to return following a temporary visit to the US.
Mohamed: (09:17) iam asking about if i need to get a visit visa is must to have experince in travelling before ?
CG_Powers: (09:17) Previous travel is not a requirement for getting a tourist visa; however, having travel is usually beneficial.
Abdallah Hussain: (09:18) I'm asking MR Roberto Why the dv 2011 (iv) visa valid too short that many friends recive their passports the visa validity 2 monthes why?
CG Powers: (09:18) The length of the DV varies, on occasion, depending upon when some of the medical exam results were completed. Some of the results are valid for a limited period only.
kareem: (09:18) how can i travel to america as its my dream?
CG-Powers: (09:18) Hello, Kareem, thanks for your question. One option is to apply for the Diversity Visa program online when it is announced. Once the lottery is announced you can apply here: dvlottery.travel.state.gov
Rania: (09:19) what is the first step to apply ? i have relatives in the USA from over 20 years and they offer to help me...do i have to ask for appointement and how ??? how can i enter the embassy to identify my case ?
CG_Powers: (09:19) First, you will need to contact Vodaphone to request an appointment. They will notify you of your appointment date. After this, you will need to pay for your interview at a CIB bank. Our website has more detailed information on how to request the appointment and what documents to bring on the day of your interview.
sherif 2: (09:20)  i havent anyony living there and i want to live there with my handicappied brother
CG Powers: (09:20) In order to immigrate to the US you must have a valid IV petition filed by an immediate relative.
Nora Yuseef: (09:21) Q. I'm a permanent resident and would like to know if I can file a petition for my parents; do I have to wait until I become a US citizen before I can apply for them?
CG Powers: (09:21) Hello Nora, thanks for your question. When reviewing relationship cases, there is no specific proof required. If the officer requests more proof of your relationship, common examples are photos of wedding, engagement parties, or daily life, or proof of communication such as telephone bills or wire transfers.
Michael Luka: (09:22) I was applying for a tourist visa last Wednesday in 27 April and the consular said I'm not rejected and I'm not approved and she gave a case number to check it online but this message always appears we were not able to identify Case # 2011117-221-1, please make sure you have entered your Case Number correctly
CG Powers: (09:22) Please contact us directly at ConsularCairoIV@state.gov and we will check on your case.
ahmed aly: (09:23) Q: if i got rejected once and i have an exam that i have to catch, will i apply again or should i wait??
CG Powers: (09:23) You are free to submit a new application if your circumstances have changed since your last application. You will still need to demonstrate that you are not an intending immigrant and that you will have a compelling reason to return home following a temporary visit.
Ramez: (09:24) Which justifications will help me prove that i intend to return home after my visit is finished?
CG_Powers: (09:24) To be eligible for a tourist visa you must demonstrate that you have more ties to your home country than to the United States. There are several different types of ties (social, financial, through community, family, travel, etc). Ties may very greatly between applicants and there is no specific number or type that we are looking for.
GERGES: (09:25) I hope and I want to immigrate Abaka next to my little brother there Is it possible to please answer
CG Powers: (09:25) Your immediate relative in the US will need to file an immigrant visa petition on your behalf.
Alaa Elbatawy: (09:26) i just want to know if i want to work in usa i need to get susponsership from the place i;m going to work in it or what?
CG-Powers: (09:26) Hello, Alaa. If you wish work in the U.S., a U.S. employer must file an employment-based petition on your behalf. Alternately, if you obtain an immigrant visa, you will be able to work once you receive your permanent residency.
sherif 3: (09:26) my wife is waiting for immigrant visa interview why she can't come on visit visa untill her interview date is scheduled?
CG_Powers: (09:26) Your wife is welcome to apply for a tourist visa while her immigrant visa is pending; however, she will have to prove that she is not intending to immigrate to the United States, which may be difficult to do if she has an immigrant visa in process.
Aly Nasreldin: (09:27) i have sent my case couple days ago as i do have my daughter which is american citizen living with my ex wife ( which is American as well) in the USA, i divorced my wife before i get a green card and left the USA and now every time i try to apply for a visa a get refusal cause they say i over stayed a previous visa. My ex is afraid to send my daughter which is 15 yearss old to visit me, i pay child support and me and my daaughter want to meet,,, how come i cant have a visa to the USA ??? what kind of law would block a father from his daughter? and what is wrong with me over stayed a previous visa when y ex was pregnant and i had a reasson to overstay??? how can i re-unite with my baby??? i need to know
CG Powers: (09:27) Please send an email to the direct attention of the Consul General: ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov and he will reach out to you directly.
George E.: (09:28) I applied for an Internship in an American NGO, and they accepted me, the told me top call the embassy to ask what type of visa I need. and when I called Vodafone (2100) they couldn't help me out , they asked. so I had to get back to my NGO again , and toVOdafobe , back and forth, and it was really hard for me. so I'm just aking , is it possible that an officer inside the embassy answer these kind of question that they have no answers at vodafone? Thanks a lot.
CG Powers: (09:28) Please send an email to ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov and we will reach out to you directly to discuss this issue.
George E.: (09:29) i checked the reasult of lottery, is this the final reasult ?
CG Powers: (09:29) Yes
sherif: (09:30) Dear Sir i vemade the interview since April 12th,they said it ll taKe 3 days to get the answer whether or not to get the visa till now i go on the niv visa status with my numer and it says check later the question is?till when ?when do i get the visa or the refuse?????i got that confernce in las vegas this month i m losing time,,,,i m a lecturer of anaesthesia and intensive care Alexandra University please hurry up with your visas thank you
CG Powers: (09:30) Please send a message directly to ConsularCairoNIV@state.gov and we will check on the status of your application and get back to you directly with a response.
FADY: (09:32) WHY MOST PEOPLE GET A REFUSE WHEN THEY APPLT FOR TOURIST VISA?
CG Powers: (09:32) Although it is commonly believed that most applicants are refused visas, nearly 70% of all applications for nonimmigrant visas in Cairo are approved.
Moderator: (09:32)  Our time has unfortunately come to an end. We hope that this session has been helpful and we apologize to those of you whose questions we were not able to address. A transcript of today’s session will be available in the coming days in both English and Arabic. In the meantime, we’d encourage you to continue visiting our website which we try to update regularly with new information about our procedures, hours, and requirements. Thank you again for your participation and interest in visiting the United States. We look forward to welcoming you at the Embassy!
ramy_87MaleEgypt2011-05-05 10:06:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)worried (give me some suggestion pls.)
Do not fear we are just ahead of you. With NVC you do not need the letter. All you really wanted is the case number. In your case the embassy has the electronic file. We had the same thing. About a week after they were sent the file from NVC (NVC can tell you that if you call them and it is usually the day after the send the case to the embassy) the file arrives in Manila. This is the paperfile. It then takes them about 4 days to enter it into their system. Then you can arrange for an interview. When you get the interview they will ask for an email. As they are setting up the interview they email the interview confirmation to that email you just gave them. Take that letter and you can get your medical along with all the other requeired docs for the medical (passport, photos, etc).

Best of luck. Trisha goes back to St. Lukes on Monday for day 2 and hopefully an approval.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-14 10:55:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIncorrect middle name for beneficary on I-130/129F form
QUOTE (ninjarocket @ Oct 28 2008, 07:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
As long as current and prior names are provided in the "other names used" space on the form, it shouldn't cause a problem. Just make sure to put names on the visa application forms that are consistent with those in the passport.


QUOTE (dale_trisha @ Oct 27 2008, 08:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just learned that in the Philippines that my wifes last name changed as expected but that her middle name also changed so it is now her maiden name. When I submitted the I-130 and I-129F I used her middle name at birth. She is changing her passport and DFA is saying they need use the Philippines format of first name, maiden name, spouse surname.

How do I correc the I-130 and 129 now that they are submitted.




I just finished talking to USCIS and it was really easy. They took it as a typo error and submitted one service reqeust for the I-130 and another for the I-129f. That saves me some stress. Thanks for the all help everyone.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-10-28 08:23:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIncorrect middle name for beneficary on I-130/129F form
QUOTE (ronjie @ Oct 28 2008, 07:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Y_habibitk @ Oct 27 2008, 11:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My husbands name is mispelled on his passport, but we used that name as not to cause any issues. I emailed the embassy and they said that he could change his passport and they would issue the visa based on the visa name.
I guess my question is this...
Could changing a name on a pending application effect background checks, I wonder?
To the OP, if you do sucessfully change it on the petitions, let us know please smile.gif


Lisa

Maybe I want to use that typo error trick anyway wink.gif


is the name on the g-325 correct ? if so I would try the typo trick. it worked for us. I would think the background check would have a lot to do with the info on the g-325 and birth certificate. if those two are correct, I think you will be fine. and also it was my wifes middle name that was not correct. good luck and remember I am not a lawyer, I'm just telling you what worked for us...



Thanks. The g-325 has the same issue. But I am going to try the typo approach. I plan on calling them at 8am CDT today and see what happens.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-10-28 07:37:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIncorrect middle name for beneficary on I-130/129F form
QUOTE (Y_habibitk @ Oct 27 2008, 10:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My husbands name is mispelled on his passport, but we used that name as not to cause any issues. I emailed the embassy and they said that he could change his passport and they would issue the visa based on the visa name.
I guess my question is this...
Could changing a name on a pending application effect background checks, I wonder?
To the OP, if you do sucessfully change it on the petitions, let us know please smile.gif


Lisa

Maybe I want to use that typo error trick anyway wink.gif


I would expect that backgound checks would be affected but since both the I-130 and I-129F were submitted earlier this month and not touched since then there really should not be any going on. Plus in the alias her maiden name is listed which simply became her middle name. After I call USCIS tomorrow I will update this issue so we know. Thanks for the response.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-10-27 22:20:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIncorrect middle name for beneficary on I-130/129F form
QUOTE (ronjie @ Oct 27 2008, 09:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
call the uscis and ask for a" service request" based on a typo error on the forms. the number is 800-375-5283


Thanks much. I will give them a call first thing in the morning. Hopefully it is easy and does not cause any delays.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-10-27 22:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIncorrect middle name for beneficary on I-130/129F form
I just learned that in the Philippines that my wifes last name changed as expected but that her middle name also changed so it is now her maiden name. When I submitted the I-130 and I-129F I used her middle name at birth. She is changing her passport and DFA is saying they need use the Philippines format of first name, maiden name, spouse surname.

How do I correc the I-130 and 129 now that they are submitted.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-10-27 21:39:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPreparing to submit I-129F Package
QUOTE (moparmusclecars @ Nov 3 2008, 11:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (payxibka @ Nov 3 2008, 10:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (moparmusclecars @ Nov 3 2008, 10:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ok, I got everything ready to go finally. I have one question though. Where it mentions "attach" this to this and that to that. When they are relating to "attaching" do they want me to use staples or do I use paper clips to the papers? I know this sounds stupid, but I want to do it right. I would think I would paper clip the various sections together but I figured I better ask. DO I use paper clips or staples? Thanks, Lyle


There is no right or wrong... just realize that your petition will be disassembled.... making it somewhat easier for the adjudicator I am sure would be appreciated.


thanks, I found another question asked that I had missed before I posted. I'm just going to paper clip it all in the sections it calls for and put those in order. they can punch holes or whatever they feel they want once it arrives. Thanks



Paperclips are fine but some packages can be large. 2 hole punch and then use ACCO fastners is the prefered choice that USCIS suggests
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-11-03 12:23:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAttorney or self petition
We are doing it ourselves. Everything is pretty straightforward. Just follow the directions. This web site has the information you will need plus you can alway send questions out to the members. I have 2 friends who do this work as attornoys and they both said save the money as long as you have a straightforward case.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-11-04 19:26:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswaiting 3 months after the wedding??
Trisha and I were able to obtain the marriage certificate (non-NSO one) immediately after the wedding. We then filed two days later. That gives us time to get the NSO Cert which is needed for the embassy. We have ordered that on-line through e-census and just got the NSO copy this weekend.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2008-11-10 19:26:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFaster way K1 or K3???!
Until you get married your only option is the K1 which is for Fiances, When you get married you have 2 options, the K3 or the IR/CR1. If you check out the guides the differences are discussed although in most cases the IR/CR1 is just slightly longer to get than the K3 but the IR/CR1 is cheaper to get and the spouse is able to work as soon as they get the US which has certain advantages.

best of luck
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-01-21 07:46:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-3 status and filing taxes
With the W7 you do not need to actually send the passport back and forth. A copy is all you need and then it needs to be notarized that it is a true copy or athenicated by the issueing agency.

dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-01-26 10:47:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBasic I-130/I-129F Filing Question
It is not true. In order to file the 129-F for the K3 visa you have to attach a copy of the NOA1 for the I-130. So each packet goes in by itself. The -130 goes to the Chicago lockbox per the instructions. The I-129F gets filed to the address given on your I-130 NOA1 thus why you need to get that first.




dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-01-25 12:45:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJust got my I130/129f approval from CSC
Jan 20th they were approved. No recent touches and USCIS still shows nothing on the website but Trisha and I will gladly take the mail that I got today. Next stop NVC...

Thanks for the help everyone. kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-01-26 18:26:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about K3 Visa
Usually you get a receipt in 1-2 weeks. When you file the I-129f you get to again attach a G325a for yourself and your SO.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-01-30 13:18:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI134 SHOULD IT BE NOTORIZED?
QUOTE (browneyedgirl @ Feb 4 2009, 06:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Our i-134 had to be notarized


Looking at your timeline you would have submitted the I-134 before Oct. The pre-Oct form did need to be notarized. But in Oct there is a new form.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-04 20:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresapproval
Try igor's list for the current timelines. Since your at the VSC use this link:

http://cse.ssl.berke...vjdata/vsc.aspx
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-06 23:45:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhy u should go for CR1....
In our case by the time I got my notice from NVC on the CR-1 we were already in the embassy with the K3. You apply for both up to NVC. Then you can continue to proceed with both if you diesire. The K3 no days is usually just slightly faster whereas the CR1 is less expensive and permits the SO to go to work faster.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-08 09:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresk3 and k4
With the USEM it does take a little bit of time. Given your timeline have you gotten out of NVC which is the first stop? You will want to call them and check on the status. Our case NVC on Jan 27th and it got to the embassy on Feb 4th. Then It took 3 more business days for them to process it. Today my wife got her letter for the interivew. We started calling the embassy around the 3rd.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-10 11:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTax Time
Check out Pub 519 for claiming the spouse as a full time resident as long as you file married jointly. You may want to also do some searches on VJ. There has been more than a few threads on taxes for 2008
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-11 14:04:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJourney begins....
Welcome to Visa Journey. YOu will find lots of valuable information and people to aswer your questions. May your journey go smoothly
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-11 13:57:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresthanx God! everything went smooth....
congrats good.gif
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-11 13:55:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmarriage and K3 issues/concerns
QUOTE (Lisa wa Yazied @ Feb 12 2009, 12:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I think the guys n gals in the phillipines forum may be able to help with the license question.

As far as the evidence with the 130..you will be newlyweds and not have all of that documentation or comingling of finances. There are couples who only sent in proof they were legally married and got approved. The "bonafides" are more important at the interview. We did send in affidavits and proof of daily communication with ours, but i dont think its necessary really. the consulate will want all of that when she interviews, not so much the USCIS service center. Just send in what you have good.gif

I hope you find an answer about the license, and good luck!
smile.gif
Lisa


Lisa is correct on the documents. Trisha and I just got approved and we submitted just a couple days after the wedding. We had pics from Wedding, Marriage Cert, some chat logs, etc. for the interview we got a bunch more and do not expect any issues. I will PM you on the times. There are some ways.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-12 16:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow do we File this year's taxes? As single or married?
QUOTE (loverboy2008 @ Feb 18 2009, 01:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You guys rock!!.

I am planning to file W-7 with my tax return . The problem I have is that my wife does not work and have absolutely no income. What do I do , I read the 519 from IRS but it does not point to any form. The other thing is that I have copies of her passport but they are not notarized.

Question 1.

What do I do in the situation where My wife dont have any income. Any one know any form number etc
You should probably file MFJ with your wife getting an ITIN, also follow Pub 519 and claim her as a full time resident in the US. Her foreign income will be taxed but in your case that is 0.

Q 2


Will the tax form with MFJ need to be signed by her?
Yes and the W7 for the ITIN.

I am so frustrated by these taxes , if i files MFS I loose so much money. Please help!


dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-18 13:02:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresinstructions on the I-130 / k3
QUOTE (steve-n-jo @ Feb 22 2009, 02:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ok, in the I-130 instuctions posted here it give more details and states to use a cover letter.
But when you go to the I-130 / K3 instuctions it gives no mention of this. So would i assume that i will include a cover letter in each packet ? Correct a letter is recommeded for everything you send to USCIS.
Next Question: In the Philippines do they require a I-134 or the I-864 affidavit of support ? Currently it is the I-134 for K3

Last question : It states include evidence of the marratial relationship. In the instuctions it is specific on some things, but does this also mean to include pictures, emails, and letters in the I-130 and K3 packets ?
As long as you have the other items that the I-130 lists these are not needed for the I-130. It will be needed at the USEM interview.

Thank you, Steve[/b]


dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-02-22 17:55:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWe passed the Embassy Interview
Trisha passed the interview at 9:30 this morning. Hopefully she soons gets her visa so we can arrange the flight to the US. I return to the US tomorrow.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-03-01 22:36:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTwo case numbers?
Since you filed for a K3 you will have 2 case numbers. One for the I-130 and one for the I-129F. If you continue down the path of a K3 and not the CR1 then you need to use the case number that is attached to the I-129f.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-03-08 10:24:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShe's Here NOW! YAHHHH
Congrats. Great to meet you both before and during the interview. Trisha and I leave Friday for the US.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-03-10 01:42:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed your help...
Have your husband call NVC to get a status. They will be able to tell you if they have forwarded it to the USEM or not. It took about a week for that to happen in out case. We did not get the letter from NVC until about week 2+.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-03-14 22:18:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMiddle name different from K3 Application
correct explain at the interview. We have been there and done that. So make sure she explains this to the CO. Also the DS-156 and DS-157 forms should show the name correctly.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-03-19 06:22:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresinterview req
You need 2 US Passport size photos. They then get glued to th eDS-156 forms in the appropriate space. Hint: Glue them on before you get to the USEM.
dale_trishaMalePhilippines2009-03-30 06:53:00