ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview Passed!
Congratulations Guys. We are very happy for you and yes you are right..It is definately worth the wait. Mike n Karen
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-05-27 12:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJULY 02, 2009 INTERVIEW at 7:00 AM
Good luck Eileen. Don't be nervous. Everything will be fine. You and your husband will be together again very soon. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-15 09:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBack in the system, under review
We hope you get your interview soon. I'm sure you will. Good luck and best wishes. Mike n Karen
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-18 14:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresis it okay? question
QUOTE (LOSTGURL--SOPHIA @ Jun 22 2009, 08:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
paid the 400 and the 70 fee.. now while still waiting for the passport of sophie what i did first is send the i864 coversheet together with the supporting docs? is it okay if i wait till we get the response from nvc first and wait till passport of sophie comes before we send the ds230 back? im so confused coz last time what we did was i864 and ds230 altogether..help


Your little girl is absolutely adorable.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-23 10:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Copy to be Sent
I don't think you are going to have any problems. I would send it the way it is. It's not necessary to send your school and medical records with your bc but it certainly wouldn't hurt anything. Better to send more documentation than not enough. Good luck. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-24 08:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFill-Up DS-230 in Advance
QUOTE (LOSTGURL--SOPHIA @ Jun 24 2009, 12:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
question. confused.. what is the difference of tax transcript, w2 and 1040A ? thanks. rose.gif

If you have your W2's and 1040s then you don't need the tax transcripts.

MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-24 10:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHiring A Lawyer
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Jul 9 2009, 04:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (higherground @ Jul 9 2009, 12:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Jul 9 2009, 05:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I've read some topics here that hiring a lawyer is unncessary and sometimes it causes more delays. My wife will hire a lawyer for she is afraid to commit mistakes with the whole process.

What do you think guys, any words so I can tell her what to do?

Thank you very much. whistling.gif


Tis quite obvious that you both know how to follow instructions smile.gif ) I trust your wisdom and astuteness. Save your money. Do not hire a lawyer.


My problem is, it' s hard to convince my wife. Even the processing here in Saudi Arabia. I told her that we can process the petition here instead of I will go back to the Philippines.

This lawyer is working with her since 1995 that is why she really trust her. mad.gif


Very well said..Save your money. Show your wife this site and explain to her that all the information you need to complete this process is right here and the help you receive from other VJ members..Free of Charge. good.gif
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-09 09:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I send DVD of wedding as proof for I-130?
I don't think that's really necessarry. Your marriage license should suffice. Good luck. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-11 13:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLeaving the Philippines
Your feelings are perfectly normal. You are about to begin a brand new wonderful chapter in your life. Good luck and God bless. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-09 09:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDo I need to get Police Clearances from places I have lived for at least 6 months?
Yes..My fiance just provided the NBI cert. as well. No problems. Good luck. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-06 13:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSign in Failed!!
Congrats Dean. Enjoy the weekend. You deseve it.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-26 19:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTIMELINE
If it makes you feel any better, Yes it can happen quicker. We got our Noa2 in 3 months and 4 days from the date of our Noa1. Maybe you will get lucky. Good luck. Mike

Edited by MikenKyhen, 15 July 2009 - 02:51 PM.

MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-15 14:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPayment for I-130 Marriage
Makes no difference. As Abby n Sheryl said all they care about is the money. I had a similar situation to yours and had my father write the check. No problems at all. Good luck on your Journey. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-15 14:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPASSED MEDICAL EXAMS!!!
Congrats and good luck on your interview. I'm sure you will do fine. God bless. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-15 15:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs the Visa issued on the day of the interview?
Like AbbynSheryl said, you have to wait unless you meet certain criteria ie..Your husband is in the military and about ready to be depoyed, or a serious illness. However, some have been able to pick up their visa at usem. Recently, I believe it was MattnBing that requested to pick up their visa and they were allowed to. I believe that Matt said he just told them that he wanted to be able for him and his wife to be able to fly to the States together. Anyway it wont hurt to ask. Good luck. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-16 11:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 at the Interview
QUOTE (imaisha @ Jul 29 2009, 08:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MikenKyhen @ Jul 29 2009, 09:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The NVC doesn't forward the I-864 to the USEM. Bring it with you because they won't have it. Good luck on your interview. Mike


NVC definitely does forward the I-864 to the embassy. It's recommended that you bring another copy just in case something goes missing, or in situations like yours when financial situations have changed and the information needs to be updated.

I'm sorry..You are right. I was thinking of the I-134.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-29 08:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 at the Interview
The NVC doesn't forward the I-864 to the USEM. Bring it with you because they won't have it. Good luck on your interview. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-29 08:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGOT PINK SLIP...!!!
CONGRATS AND WELCOME TO THE U.S.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-05 08:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNYC Login Fail ?
Congrats guys. Hope the rest of your Journey is a quick one. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Mike n Karen
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-07-08 15:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhotos of couples together for Interview
QUOTE (FinnLove @ Aug 10 2009, 12:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (SurfingPumpkin @ Aug 10 2009, 08:07 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What about color photos vs. black & white? All our photos are digital and we don't have a color printer. I'd rather not spend time and money going somewhere to print them in color, unless it's necessary. What are you guys doing in that regard?



Wow Surfing, how did you get your interview two months from filing? Or am I missing something here...

Good question. I'd like to know the answer to that too. Please..Enlighten us.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-10 13:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTourist Visa
QUOTE (Chris and Ani @ Aug 12 2009, 07:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Aug 12 2009, 10:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello guys,

I want to see my wife even for 2 weeks when I take my annual vacation here in Saudi Arabia, is it ok to apply a tourist visa, while the CR-1 visa is being processed?

Thanks in advance blush.gif


Hi Lancelotte25,

I just answered someone else on this question few min ago. You can find the thread and my answer HERE - TRAVELLING ON TOURIST VISA WHILE CR-1 PENDING

Good post with good info. good.gif
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-12 08:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow Long?
You really need to listen to what your fellow VJers are telling you and explain it to your wife. Unless you have extenuating circumstances that could stand in the way of your Visa being approved then save your time and money. An attorney can't speed the process up and the paperwork involved..I'm sure your wife is busy but cmon, we all work. It simply doesn't take that long to fill out the forms. Gathering the required docs is the most time consuming part of the process and an attorney can't do that for you anyway. Good luck and like Chris and Ani said show this to your wife.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-12 08:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWE GOT OUR INTERVIEW DATE!!!!!
CONGRATS!!! Good luck on the interview.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-13 09:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about Filing CR1/IR1 in USE Manila
QUOTE (canadian_wife @ Aug 17 2009, 09:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
There are 3 stages, you send your initial petition to USCIS who, one approved, sends it to NVC. When all required documentation has been submitted, NVC will send your petition to the embassy in Manilla who will issue the visa if approved.

Good luck.

good.gif Exactly..However the embassy will ultimately make the decision on whether the visa is granted or not.

Edited by MikenKyhen, 17 August 2009 - 01:05 PM.

MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-17 13:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about Filing CR1/IR1 in USE Manila
USEM makes the decision on whether to grant the Visa or not. Definately not just a formality.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-17 08:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlease pray for us...
Hey Andy. I think your wife goes back to the Dr. in a few hours. We will definately be praying for you. Good luck. Everything will work regardless of the outcome. Take care.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-17 09:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat picture to bring during interview
QUOTE (happypuppy @ Aug 21 2009, 09:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hi all!

My husband's interview is on Aug 26. Just want to check what picture is required for him to bring? 2x2 photo or a visa size photo? Is there a special requirement for the photo? (ex: white background??)

Thanks! kicking.gif



he will need 2x2 with white background..and make sure to photocopy the ds forms that he will bring.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-08-21 11:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresstupid question but i'm serious..
Makes no difference at all. I would concern myself with more important things like making sure you have everything needed for your interview. Try to relax. I'm sure you'll be fine. Good luck.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-09-09 14:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 approved Aug 05, still no case number as of Sept 21, 2009
QUOTE (silvertongue @ Sep 21 2009, 12:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I called up NVC this morning and the operator told me *again* that our case hasn't been received by NVC yet. I'm just wonderin' why a lot of people has been getting theirs 2-3 weeks after the approvals, and ours has been approved more than a month ago. anybody else in the same boat? mad.gif

I know a couple of people that got their approval about the same time you did and there still waiting for the NVC too. Not sure what the deal is. Hang in there and hopefully you'll receive your case number soon. Good luck.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-09-21 13:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow exactly does the whole I129F application will look like?
QUOTE (BrianandMerne @ Apr 28 2009, 09:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (HelloWorld08 @ Apr 29 2009, 11:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (BrianandMerne @ Apr 28 2009, 08:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks! We already had looked into the link you gave and that really helped a lot. We are more confused on which fastener and folder to use. Sounds very mundane but we would like to get a head start on such little details that may be more of a nuisance when not followed. By the way, how many photographs did you submit for proof of meeting and such?


don't use any special fasteners, just use a paperclip, you can include 5-10 color pictures, most important is boarding passes, VISA entry/departure stamps, hotel receipts, etc....



Thanks! The folder is a standard short cardboard type too? The boarding passes and such you mentioned are all good, those are in the bag already. Will congratulatory messages from friends and family either in email or in facebook be of help as proof of relationship and engagement too? Just thinking ahead smile.gif)

My fiance just had her interview and they did ask for messages or cards from my family, so I think it's a great idea to add that info as well. Good Luck
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-04-29 15:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs 2007 and 2008 W2 enough as evidence for affidavit of support?
QUOTE (adiiann @ Apr 29 2009, 11:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Guys!

I just wanna ask if 2007 and 2008 W2 of my fiance is enough as proof of income? Although I have the latest letter of employment of my fiance with his annual income stated on it. He said he doesn't have any piece of paper back to him after he filed, except for his check.

I hope it is enough to show during my interview.

Thanks!

My fiance just had her interview on April 28th at USEM. The first thing they asked for was for the 2008 ITR, W2 and the I-134 application. I had to fedex them to her because I had just sent my last three years W2's, Letter from employer, Letter from bank thinking that would be sufficient. As I think someone already posted you can call and get your tax transcripts for thelast three years if he doesn't have copies of the 1040s. Good Luck
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-04-30 13:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEarly dated forms
Hello there, One thing you do need to make sure your fiance sends you much closer to your interview date is an updated letter of Intent to Marry. They do want that at USEM. Hope this helps. Good Luck and God BLess
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-05-01 09:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmoney order payments for file fee
It too about 2 to 3 weeks for uscis to cash my check and receive the noa1. From what I have read that is pretty standard. Good Luck,
Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-05-01 11:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPersonal Check
It took them about three weeks to cash my check. I wouldn't worry about it. You will now if there is a problem soon enough, which Im sure there won't be. Good luck
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-05-04 09:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCRBA
hello to all vj members..am getting ready to call fedex by wed to pick up the crba n us passport applicaiton for our daughter,now am wondering if i am going to include all the requirements they need along with crba n us passport forms or i will just bring those requirements on the day of our daughters interviewat the embassy?
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-05-11 01:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressending crba
hello to vj members..after sending the documents of our daughter crba n us passport appliction to fedex usually how long does it take before embassy will call me for her interview date?i send the documents last thursday that was may 14 2009.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-05-19 20:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support
You have plenty of time to send another I-134 to your fiance. That's what I would do. No reason to take any chances. Good Luck. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-05 13:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support
You have plenty of time to send another I-134 to your fiance. That's what I would do. No reason to take any chances. Good Luck. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-05 12:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresflow chart
Hey Mike, take a look at the example forms after you start following the flow chart. They really helped me to make sure I was filling them out correctly. If you have any questions or need any help just e-mail me. Take care and good luck on your visa journey. Mike
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-10 10:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresam confused when and what you pay
Just keep your wallet out Mike. You're gonna need it. Best of luck.
MikenKyhenMalePhilippines2009-06-10 16:10:00