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K1 Marriage Complete !

Congrats, I love your dress.

frndly1

Not Telling

Morocco

2006-02-20 00:33:00

DHL, FedEX, USPS.....

If you dont want to take any chances please go with FedEx. A little bit expensive but I shipped out my package on a Monday and my fiancee picked it up that Saturday. All the best

Nwanyioma

Female

Nigeria

2009-12-09 15:12:00

I can't sleep

Although Naija is notorious for scams i believe that the “people“ from there are nice and good individuals. Tons of scamming goes on all around the world. Naija is just catching the bad wrap.

I have to agree with you on that one. Im so sick of ignorant people targeting Nigerians as "scammers".

Nwanyioma

Female

Nigeria

2011-04-07 23:20:00

THANK YOU.....THANK YOU...THANK YOU

Congratulations!!! All the Best

Nwanyioma

Female

Nigeria

2011-10-17 21:50:00

Denied k-1 visa

Good day everyone. My fiancée was denied visa after one bogus question. She had all the evidence and paperworks to prove our relationship. The interview was going well until the consulate officer asked my fiancée if during our traditional engagement ceremony, I gave any monetary gift to her parents. My fiancée answered yes. Then the CO declared that that signifies a dowry and according to the Nigerian law, we are married. My fiancée tried to explain to her that it was just a gift for her parents and not a dowry, but the CO insisted that as long as money was paid, it was marriage and I should go back and refile for her as a wife and not a fiancée. We only did an engagement ceremony and not marriage. If I had filed for her as a wife, how would I have provided a proof of marriage when we are not yet married?. Please, I need an advice on what to do because it's been 9 months already and I do not want to have to travel to get married and start this whole process all over again ...gush!

Tero,
So sorry that your visa was denied. My husband had the infamous Asian lady CO the second time he went for an interview too. We were calling each other husband and wife on our emails, and she tried to pressure my husband into confessing that we were married when indeed we were not. She gave him a 221g requesting all my passports because she believed that we were secretly married. That incident too happened to my step cousin and he was denied the visa as well (his wife gave the pictures from the introduction,he had to refile on a marriage based visa)Put pressure on your senator/congressmen to keep the petition there. The Consular officers are well trained to learn the customs/traditions of the Nigerian culture. They think they know so much when indeed they dont know anything.Good luck and All the Best.
Nwanyioma

Nwanyioma

Female

Nigeria

2010-07-25 17:03:00

K1 visa denial. relationship for immigration purpose. badly depressed,

obright,
im so sorry to hear that you and your fiancee was denied the visa. i know how you feel. about 2 years ago, i was in the same situation as you, except me and my then fiancee was not married. i contacted my senator the same day, and 1 week later the lagos consulate called my then fiancee to appear for a second interview. dont respond or pay attention to negative comments. yes lagos consulate is a high fraud consulate, but with prayers anything is possible. Take care and good luck.
Nwanyioma

Nwanyioma

Female

Nigeria

2011-11-18 20:27:00

Age difference

My wife was 29 and I was 37 no red flag. If you were 62 and she was 18 perhaps but not 8 years difference.

Noel194

Male

Ukraine

2012-04-01 16:44:00

The RFE Master List

I got my first RFE and it asked for 3 things.. 2 had to do with the fact that we filed the I-864EZ form.. that didn't go down too well, so they requested that we file the I-864 form, which is fine, so we sent out all the same info again, W2's, employment letter, etc.

BUT

They asked me for evidence of current nonimmigrant status since I didn't supply them with an I-94 number.. but the thing is, I never got one as a Canadian Citizen.. and so I was told to write a letter explaining this.. has anyone else had this RFE? Did you write a letter? This is the letter I wrote... should it be alright?

Any advice?

Letter:

10/09/2006

To Whom It May Concern:

This is a letter of explanation regarding the RFE H.(1) received on the 5th of October, 2006. I have been asked for evidence of my current nonimmigrant status in the form of an I-94 Arrival/Departure Record, or a copy of the nonimmigrant visa page of my passport showing admission to the United States.

As a Canadian Citizen, I am not required to have my passport stamped when I cross the border into the United States and do not require an I-94 Arrival/Departure Record. I was inspected at the border and showed my passport to the officer, and was allowed to enter the United States. No I-94 was received. I entered as a visitor and my point of entry was Alexandria Bay at the Thousand Islands Bridge in the state of New York on July 4th, 2006.

Furthermore, I consulted with an immigration officer at an InfoPass appointment at the Baltimore District Office on the 11th of September, 2006 at 1pm in the afternoon. The immigration officer my husband and I consulted with advised that I should write “No I-94/Canadian Citizen” on the I-485 form where it asks for the I-94 number. We were told that as a Canadian Citizen, I was not required to have one and she looked over all of my documentation and advised us to write “No I-94/Canadian Citizen” in any place where I was asked for an I-94 number. It was explained that this was common procedure for Canadian Citizens and that it was the correct way to file the I-485.

xjennyinstereox

Female

Canada

2006-10-09 12:26:00

K-1 Visa

read this document

http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD

TheSahlis

Male

Australia

2011-05-04 21:05:00

Help! Getting Married Just before leaving on K1 visa

People should stop giving replies to something they are not sure or have no knowledge of it. Having a traditional ceremony is perfectly fine. It's not a lie, it's for the sake of families, distance, and tradition. The only thing that is missing is the marriage certificate. As long as you don't sign that you are NOT LEGALLY married, and there is no record of your marriage in accordance with the law.

Yeah, what he said

, Best of luck with your decision!

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-04-09 19:25:00

Help! Getting Married Just before leaving on K1 visa

[Have an unregistered ceremony in the PI. If you decide to marry before reaching the states, YES you could very well lose your K1. Did you not know this during the process?

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-04-09 12:05:00

K1 processing

That is a good chart but I was hoping for more of a daily breakdown. If the chart you sent ia accurate, it still shows 302 more visa's received then that of the completed visa's. If this is so, it looks like approval times could increase by months. Thanks for the info.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-04-14 11:25:00

K1 processing

Does anyone know where to get the actual number of K1's being processed by Vermont and California. I am curious what the ratio is. If there are 50 K1's submitted I wonder how many are actually being processed per day. Maybe if this information was available we would have a little better understanding of what we are dealing with. I know Vjer's account for a small portion, but I cannot understand how days go by showing 1 or 2 approvals per day. Not knowing is what sucks the most!

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-04-14 11:15:00

Any VSC activity from 4/12,13,14?

I can see from your timeline you are definitely due! I have read on here that many people have received progress after 5 months by calling the senators office. You have to be very close! Hopefully today is your day--Just think, If you were being processed in California you would be interviewing by now! Vermont is so very slow and could not be more inconsistant with VJer's.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-04-14 09:59:00

k1 - CR1 - K3 ???

From everything I have read and the people I have met who are from Brazil, the interview process seems to be very fair and well organized. If you have a year before you intend to be together your choices are pretty open. Since you were denied the tourist visa, it could be beneficial for you guys to get married there and file a K3 or CR1. I can only speculate from what I have seen since November of last year. My fiance and I are hoping to receive our NOA2 very soon. Best of luck to you--be prepared for a long and very frustrating process.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-06 02:25:00

USICS Cusomer Service

Like many others I am waiting and waiting and waiting. Since I am now outside of the 5 month processing time I decided to call the USISC Support line---What a huge waste of time. It was plain to see that she was reading from a script. After pleading my case she said "Well sir, I can see you are outside of the normal processing time so let me take a look" , At this point I was a little optimistic. She came back on the line after 20-30 seconds and said, "Sir, you will need to wait another 28 days before you can contact us because the processing time changes on a daily basis due to the number of petitions received on any given day" ####### does that mean??????? As I sit here and watch case after case after case receive NOA2's in which the NOA1's were received after mine. Do not get me wrong, I am very happy for those who are processed as fast as possible. My main concern is that my case could very well be at the bottem of some stack where the proceessing agent quit or got laid off and felt like hiding a few files. I only want to know what is going on with my case, a simple update so I do not get hit with a RFE in the 6th or 7th month. A little advice--After 5 months, do yourself a favor and bypass the useless customer support hotline, save a little sanity and call your senator or congressman--I am sure you will receive better treatment and positive action. Good luck to all

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-05 11:18:00

CONGRATULATIONS daddy to be and I wouldn't worry about it- as another user mentioned it might even be grounds for an expedite. If you pass the 5-month mark, you could definitely talk to your senator about it.

Be ready to meet her at the airport with twix and tabasco sauce.

Thank You

, We are a week past the 5 month mark. The way Vermont has been moving, I am anitcipating our NOA2 anyday now. BTW, Thanks for the tip. Good luck in your journey

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-08 17:30:00

Yes...the I-134 and I-864 are both financial support documents based on family size. No matter where she has the baby it increases your family size by one. Congrats btw

Thank you

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-08 09:19:00

uote name='K and L' timestamp='1304843768' post='4652703']
Once you get you NOA2, it's much faster in Brazil. If you expect your NOA2 in a week or two, your interview should be scheduled in about a month (about 3 weeks from NOA2 to interview scheduled), and it's usually about 6 weeks after NOA2 until the interview, and about a week after that for the visa to arrive. So, all in all, you're looking at about 3 mo until your fiancée can immigrate, and your kid being born in the US won't be a problem.

I have heard you can get certain vaccinations waived at the K1 stage due to the pregnancy, but you will need to get them in the US before you can file for her green card, and depending on the civil surgeon.

I don't know if you'll be given a basis of 2 people or 3 (assuming neither of you have other kids) for the I-134, but you WILL be for the I-864 at AOS.
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Even if the child is born in the United States? Interesting, Thanks for all of the great information.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-08 06:15:00

Really? You can actually expedite? I already asked her to call the embassy once we have our NOA2 to see if they could help with the time frame, I would like her to be in the states as soon as possible. This is good information, thanks

I believe I read some where that you can expedite the petition for a pregnancy.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-08 02:09:00

Can't tell you how long I have been trying to trade that palm tree in for a real pic

. Thanks for the replys

Have a look here. Interview #7303 is by a woman who was pregnant. Her profile is here brasiluv

She hasn't been online in awhile, but invites email questions.

Well, I am easily distracted

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-07 21:34:00

I have checked the Brazil forums, I was hoping for some recent play by play info

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-07 20:43:00

Unless Vermont really decides to stick the screws to me, I plan on receiving our NOA2 within a week or two. Our baby should be born in the US. If this does not happen due to the snail like pace of the processing I will be a very unhappy camper. With all of the taxes I pay to this Country, a little assistance with something as personal should bot be such a battle

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-07 20:39:00

PI? My fiance is from Brazil. Or is PI another forum location? Not quite following the acronym

I don't think it should matter, but you might want to post this in the PI regional forum. It sounds like they have some dfferent procedures there - and the members might have experience with that issue. Good Luck!

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-07 20:36:00

Hello all, My fiance is 4 months pregnant and is beginning to worry about the effect it will have during the interview process. If anyone has been through a similar situation or knows someone who has, could you please offer your experience so she is not completely blind sided during our process. Thanks for any information.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-07 20:10:00

G325A - help!!!!

it should be original signature, not scanned. So go ahead and send it thru FedEX asap

Definitely original, I had a Visa company review my application and this was a topic of discussion.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-12 20:33:00

NVC or direct to consulate??

I am havign the same problem.. Mine says it was sent to the consulate as well. I called today and still nothing...But my friend who was approved on May 7th already received his caso no today. I guess it's more waiting and patience...

I guess the timeframes from other timelines has a way of throwing me off. What the info7 days for some people will take 50 days for others. Crazy process.. Thanks for all

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-16 14:27:00

NVC or direct to consulate??

Hello all, I have a question concerning my approved petition. So we received the NOA2 on May 7th. I have been calling NVC to see if they received so I could get my case number. After reading many timelines where the NVC received the file in about 4-5 days I decided to call Vermont to see if it had been sent. The USCIS asked me to look on my form I-797. Sure enough , it is telling me that my approved petition was forwarded to the listed consulate in RIO. My question--Does this mean that my petition will not be going to NVC? Does anyone have information to chare? Thanks

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-16 13:31:00

Increase in approvals?

Not sure if its a fact or not but I am seeing more and more approvals this month. My girl was also saying that on her forum in Russia, people are posting more and more approvals. I am really hoping thats that case.

I think Vermont has more people working on the I129's. I am not sure how long this will continue. There is a very informational post in the USCIS forum where a member actually recorded a meeting with the Director of Vermont. Petitions are still taking around 5 months on average. Good luck to a speedy process

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-17 17:19:00

Where can my fiance get his 1040 Form

My fiance doesn't know where to get his Tax Return or 1040 Form. Where can he get it?

Did he file income taxes for 2010?" Does he have his own business? Here nis a link that will get him anything he needs;

http://www.irs.gov/contact/index.html

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-19 23:56:00

Consulate Received Date

I had read before that K1 petitions are handled ONLY at the US Embassy in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua and not in Mexico City. Have you tried contacting the visa specialist at the Department of State? I think they could provide you the information of where the packet was sent and also if there is an interview date scheduled.

Regardless of what your 797 says, all cases are routed through the NVC. My said the same thing--forwarded to the nearest consulate. Not true, even USCIS said the same thing. Call the NVC hotline, choose slection 5 and speak to an agent, they will explain the process to you. I know all consulars are different, is better to receive the routing process through the embassy. I do know that my case was only at NVC for 3 days then forwarded to Rio. Best of luck to you

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-21 10:03:00

Consulate Received Date

Hi, It's at NVC. The NOA2 states it is sent to the consulate but it's really sent to NVC. Speak to an operator at NVC, but it might not be logged in yet. Good Luck To You

Just went through this same thing. I am sure I was a little impatient. My case arrived at NVC in 8 business days. I kept calling NVC only to get my case number. The case was sent to the Rio Consulate in 3 days. I am waiting for a response from the consulate now to receive our interview date. The best thing to do now is have patience--believe me, I do not have enough. If I know case was sent somewhere I am on the phone the next day. :bonk:

Don't put yourself through the mill waiting to hear a reponse, take it from me, only makes the wait seem longer. It will be fine :dance:

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-21 07:11:00

Length of time dating before marriage proposal

I know the USCIS is interested in that one little detail when reviewing our applications I know they have their reasons for checking. I know some people believe in love at first sight and others like the wait it out a little. I'm actually the former of the two. Hopefully USCIS doesn't see that as their own red flag *crossing fingers* Anywho, where do guys fall under? Whether you're already married or just received your NOA1, what was your dating time before the marriage proposal?

Just a friendly chat thread

This is actually a discussion? No 2 relationships are the same and what works for one person, might not work for the next. I do not think length of dating plays a very big role in approvals. Sure they want some proof that a relationship exist but if they looked at alot of relationships in a time together sense, half of the people on here would be denied--including myself. I knew my fiance less than a year. Who has the right to say when we have dated long enough to marry? I knew my ex-wife for years before getting married. You figure it out, when you do please let us all know.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-21 10:10:00

Interview and medical exam questions

Hey Guys,

Me and my fiancée applied for a K1 Visa and I have a few questions regarding the Medical Interview. She lives in Brazil and I don't know if there are any specific medical tests and shots for Brazil. I would like to know what are the required medical exams for the doctor appointment and what are all the required shots. Can my fiancée start all the exams such as pap, x rays, blood test and take them to the visa certified doctor or does she need him to ask for the exams in order to do them? Is it possible to start all of them prior to the certified visa doctor appointment and just take the results with her? If it is, how long are the exams valid for?

We applied for the visa April 19 and She has a medical appointment next Friday, we would like to know if its possible because if so, she may ask the doctor to require everything so she can get everything ready for the future medical visa interview.

Thanks,
Brandon

Look in the portal section which should directly link you to the Brazil home page. There is medical information there as well as the link below. Good luck
http://brazil.usemba.../interview.html

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-28 11:33:00

expedite info (help)

I would have to agree with most of the reply's. Taking care of another human being is a very big responsibility. It is not test driving someting with the option of putting it back should things not work out. The K1 journey presents many challanges, these issues include the financial ability to care for your fiance in any situation. If I had to make the choice between a plane ticket or a place for my fiance to eat and sleep, I would definitely choose the latter. You said your fiance is saving money to fly there. If you do not mind me asking, where will you both stay when he arrives? I definitely wish you the best of luck and hope everything works out.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-05-29 16:50:00

Okay, So I just talked to Miami international airport and they have confirmed that the POE will be Aruba. This is where the international flight transfers to Domestic. Nothing like doing your research--Am still kicking myself :bonk:

. However, the gentleman from Miami told me that he would assist me with the airlines to assure smooth transition. He also told me that I can request an assistant to be onsite who speaks portuguese--I never knew this. After all of this, I better surprise her at Miami and fly to DC together. Take it from me--should definitely research as much as possible.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-06-04 10:25:00

She will not go through customs twice. She will collect ALL her luggage at whatever her POE is, then go through customs, then recheck the baggage for the remaining flights.

Hmmmm, Okay, Do you think this is worth notifying the Airport to see what the best way to proceed would be? The last thing I want is a stressed out fiance on what should be a very happy day. Even if I meet her in Miami and escort her to DC, It is still a better flight, the others were 23-32 hours travel time. I definitely appriciate the feedback--What a nice site

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-06-04 08:24:00

Hold on

, Even though she is switching from an international flight to a domestic flight, all of her bags will proceed to DCA (Washington). Why will she need to go through customs twice? Hmmmm, definitely am in need for more information. If there is a need to go through customs in Miami, I will definitely be meeting her there. Anymore info on this topic is greatly appriciated.

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-06-04 08:15:00

She won't have any problems at any layovers as long as she had the visa to enter the US.

Her POE as you describe is Miami, not Washington DC.

She only has a 2 hour layover in Miami, How will this work? She will not have time to go through Customs? So this could be problematic?

W&M

Male

Brazil

2011-06-04 08:02:00