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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi 129 help plz
you again?

Everyone here has tried for months to explain this to you over and over. I've personally pm'd you trying to explain it in simple terms. Either get someone that will understand or call the uscis yourself for an answer. You aren't going to be told something different by asking 20 different times.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-04 14:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 or marriage in the US
She can not enter the US on a B visa with immigrant intent. That is visa fraud and you will be subject to a ban if it is proven she had intent to immigrate.

If you have been residing legally in her Country then your best optioin is DCF (Direct Consular Filing) if Russia allows it.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-05 12:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJune K1 filers at Csc...
June filers who have not received their NOA2 yet? I don't believe there are ANY who have been approved yet. You have a ways to go. wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-05 12:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy second NOA2??? Can anyone help
It appears they just issued another I-797 (noa2) since yours was apparently lost. Probably has a different date only because of the validity period (4 months).

Can I have one? laughing.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-02 11:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan anyone explain 'touches'?
wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-05 11:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan anyone explain 'touches'?
touched when this changes
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-05 11:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Document Questions
I would NOT include engagement photos if youare going through the Consualtes in India. We have horror stories here about that very topic. wink.gif btw..your timeline says Armenia???
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-05 13:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresis it a definite RFE?
There is a difference between N/A and none. Check the example forms for the suggested answers.

I agree with Zee... over the last year i've seen some people get rfe'd for the silliest things and then others who noted serious flaws... flew through. Has everything to do with your adjuticator.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 08:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 application / i94 lost - problem?
As long as you can prove you left... airline ticket..etc.. it wont be a problem. Yes, I have seen other posts about this and it was resolved. Perhaps you can find one if you do a search. good luck.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 08:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFull time employment mandatory for obtaining K1?
QUOTE (stevi1123 @ Jul 6 2008, 10:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Jul 6 2008, 09:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You don't need to be employed full time (the employer letter example states 'full time', perhaps thats where you saw it(?)) ...but all they care about is that you make that 125%. I'm self-employed and most would not consider it 'full time' but I make more than enough. wink.gif If you do not, simply explain your circumstances and find yourself a joint-sponsor.

You can find some good tips here.



This is sort of off-topic, but I just wanted to thank you, Kim, for the tender way you reach out to people here on VJ. Your approach is very open, caring and helpful and I have appreciated that on many occasions during my months here on VJ. I don't care much for the rough approach at all. I don't find it necessary to be mean or tough or "straight talking" when it offends and patronizes people.

So, thank you for just being "YOU"

Stephanie


Thank you for that. I appreciate it.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 14:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFull time employment mandatory for obtaining K1?
You don't need to be employed full time (the employer letter example states 'full time', perhaps thats where you saw it(?)) ...but all they care about is that you make that 125%. I'm self-employed and most would not consider it 'full time' but I make more than enough. wink.gif If you do not, simply explain your circumstances and find yourself a joint-sponsor.

You can find some good tips here.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-07-06 08:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 issues...is K3 quicker?? lawyers advise.....
You already have your NOA1 so I would say umm no. I'm not sure what he read but i'm going to venture a guess and say it's this. Which really doesn't say that fiance visa's have slowed.. it says that adjustment period has slowed. If there is something else he has read that we don't know about then perhaps he/you can share it with us? I've been here for some time and outside the backlog of petitions last year, the timelines have been pretty consistent with previous years. K1 still being the quickest route to get together.

Edited by KimandRuss, 29 July 2008 - 03:06 PM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-07-29 15:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEntire Application Packet Returned
Sorry to hear that Michelle. sad.gif

I haven't heard of any issues using someone else's check.

VSC seems to have a problem if your (petioner's) former address is on the check but not if someone else entirely wrote it. Crazy! wacko.gif Or perhaps it's just the inconsistencies of those who process the payment before dropping it into the abyss. Who knows. I think you should be all set with your mom's check but like everything else in this process... uncertainty.

I hope it sorts itself out!
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 19:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime to NOA 1 last year....
Last year there was a fee increase which brought in a huge influx of petitions that they didn't have the staff to handle. Many petitions from last summer took 6+ months...some, much much longer (noa1 to noa2). It wasn't until after fall of 2007 that they even started to catch up. That could be the reason for the wait time for the NOA1's back then.

In January of this year, VSC was approving petitions in less than a months time. Now they are taking several. Historically, Vermont has always been the fastest processing center. Around the same time last year, the service centers that process K1's were also cut down to two (California and Vermont) and new laws were enacted. There is also a new director and lots of new staff.

The H1b visas were thought to have slowed down the processing for vermont ..not sure if that's what the hold up for the june filers (noa1) was this time (we've been waiting close to 4 months for noa2 so it's something) but nobody really knows for sure. CSC is right on track with where they normally are.

Edited by KimandRuss, 07 August 2008 - 07:13 PM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 19:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA bit Overwhelmed
K1 is actually faster but it depends very much on a) where you are filing and cool.gif the Consulate you are dealing with.

Either way 'proof of relationship' is needed... but it's nothing that you shouldn't already have if you've met in the last two years.

proxy marriage is 'allowed' and others have done it but there may be certain states/countries that have different laws. You'd be best to ask that question in the spousal visa forums.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-04 09:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport photos
The link I supplied above will tell you exactly how they need to be.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 14:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport photos
http://travel.state....guide_2081.html

There are places online that will mass produce them. Shutterbug is just one of them.

Edited by KimandRuss, 07 August 2008 - 01:26 PM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 13:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures???? about Divorce Decrees and the 129F??
Just call the County in which you were divorced and ask for a certified copy of your decree to be sent to you. It's usually $20 or so. Certified means it has a raised seal or gold stamp...

If you were married... you must prove you were divorced each time and that you are legally allowed to marry now. If you think thats interesting.... just wait. wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 16:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCase number so crazy
Well either 'God' or the uscis wink.gif .... call and tell them you never got your noa1 and they will give you the correct WAC number. wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 08:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat papers does my fiance need to sign?
The Guides will help you a lot. You need to read them before you go so you can collect everything you need while you are there. wink.gif

He will need to sign all 4 pages of the G325
He will need to sign letter of intent
you will need a passport photo from him as well as copies of any proof of having met in the last two years (such as passport stamps, itinerary, boarding passes..etc)

good luck
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-06-19 21:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresexpedite support documents
You need to send them whatever documents you can find that explain why she doesn't leave the house or go to her job anymore. Try to be as specific to her and her situation as you can.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-09 20:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTraveling with a B1/B2 while waiting for k1
Whether you have a valid visa to enter the US is just half the battle. The POE officer has the final say on whether you get into the Country or not. As long as you have a return ticket and can show ties to your home Country you should be all set. They have no record of your K1 unless you tell them about it. If asked any questions always tell the truth...and hope for the best. good luck.

btw... I wasn't 'legally' divorced until 3 years after my marriage was over so I think it's probably wise to hold judgement unless you know the facts.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 09:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRequest for aditional evidence
This post by a former adjuticator explains the RFE process pretty simply. The put the file aside until you send back what they need. Once it's back, they process it. We know by reading here that some cases take longer than others... probably has to do with when the adjuticator that has your case sets time to go over their RFE's. Some seem to do it much quicker than others.

There is an RFE option when you call USCIS.. try it. wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 16:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F K-1 application Questions
They really just want to know when and where you've been together in the last two years. How you do that is really up to you.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 18:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Statement of Employer Letter
i agree
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 14:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Statement of Employer Letter
my bad..thought they were asking for the I134

someone had posted an employer letter sample here before. Let me see if I can find the link.

Edited by KimandRuss, 07 August 2008 - 01:58 PM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 13:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Statement of Employer Letter
http://www.visajourn...p;page=examples
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-07 13:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAttorney Trouble
Ben, not to worry... we are all here to help each other. smile.gif You should get a copy of your petition but they one you sent to uscis will also be sent to the Embassy once you are approved here in the States. Your copy of the petition is really just for reference so you/your fiance knows what was included. You should receive all original documents you sent as well which should be sent to your fiance when it's time for interview.

The regional forums have a Phillippines thread with loads of helpful members that can help you through the Embassy stage as it's a little different in the PI.

best of luck
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-08 14:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAttorney Trouble
As stated above, you really don't need an attorney if your case is pretty straight forward. Your's certainly isn't doing you any favors. I would actually cancel his services and ask for at least a partial refund after all you have gone through just to get to this point. ranting33va.gif

By stamped visa do you mean proof of having met in the last two years? Stamped passport? If your attorney's office forgot even that not only would I cease service but I would file a complaint with the BAR.

After you receive your NOA2 your petition will be sent to the NVC in NH and then off to the Consulate. We have loads of members here from the Phillippines who i'm quite sure would be happy to help explain the process there to you. wink.gif

Sorry about your lawyer. That's very sad to me. sad.gif But you've found a wonderful resource here at VJ. Read through all the guides and faq's (tabs at the top) and ask any questions you might have. There is also a regional forum dedicated to Phillipines!

good luck!
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-02 13:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverdoing Evidence
yes, agreed, the point is to articulate yourself as briefly and as thoroughly as possible.

That being said, it might also be wise to add that sending too much evidence can not only piss off those viewing it but also may offer something that will send up a red flag even if your intention was to do opposite. Choose wisely.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 09:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverdoing Evidence
Yes, Manila is a high fraud post, but they dont seem to scrutinize the evidence the same way say GUZ or HCMC does.

In any case, 200 pages will probably make the adjuticator slip your file into someone else's box to deal with! laughing.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 09:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverdoing Evidence
ummm we have 10 years of communication. I sent a few emails along with the petition because i'm a little crazy myself wink.gif .... but, as mentioned above, proof of ongoing relationship is not even asked for at this point. wink.gif Save it for your interview....and even then.. they probably wont even look at it. If you're that concerned.... take a few emails and send along with the petition.

note; At some higher fraud Consulates it's recommended to send supporting evidence with the initial application because it's often the only information the CO will see before reaching a decision on your case. Philippines does not seem to be one of those Consulates.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 09:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan my Fiancee Visit?
While technically she should be able to visit, it has everything to do with the POE officer. No matter if she has a valid visa, flew across the world..etc.. ultimately, it's that officer's decision.

As suggested above, bring ties to Japan. Mention nothing about the K1 unless asked. If asked...ALWAYS tell the truth. I would NOT suggest misrepresenting your stay as suggested above. They make notes of these things and if it's found you were untruthful you are going to have much bigger problems then being allowed withdraw your request to visit. wink.gif

good luck.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-11 08:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBirth Cert
You (the beneficiary) will need a long form certified birth certificate at interview stage.

It's all in the Guides & FAQ's. wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-10 09:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat about co-sponsors?
wow.. such drama.

I understand it's a touchy situation but you came here for facts and i'd say you got them. I don't think anyone is judging you ...they are giving you clear and concise answers here. If you want to sponsor your alien fiance to enter the U.S. you need to provide proof that you can support them. If that means getting another job (anywhere ...doing anything) until after AOS then that's what you do.

There are many of us single moms here. We do what we have to do, don't we? wink.gif You'll figure it out.

If you want tears, hugs and empathy, well we can do that too but it's not going to help you, or your situation, any.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-13 08:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow do we get to talk to a representative at USCIS??
8 months was very common for last fall petitions through CSC. Vermont is taking 3-4 months on average at the most....even processing some May filers yet there are a handful of March and some of us April still waiting.

It used to be the disparity between the two centers that made everyone crazy (VSC being so much faster... now it's the disparity at the same centers). I feel like monkey's are running this process.

I agree that whomever answers the phone isn't going to give you much but I know how you're feeling. Try the RFE trick.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-13 11:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInitial filing.
FAQ's wink.gif

http://www.visajourn...page=definition

dang... late again tongue.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-12 15:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInitial filing.
You both need to prove you are free to marry, otherwise it will hold the process up longer because, as Carla stated above, you will receive an RFE. You need a copy of her certified divorce decree and also of her marriage certificate if she has changed her name at all since birth.

good luck to you
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-05 11:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for a K1 with USC and beneficiary with a Criminal record
I agree with the others. Just admitting to having taken drugs can result in a ban.

You need to find a lawyer, but as mentioned above, not just any lawyer. The link you got above is a great resource for getting information about the waivers.

good luck to you
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-14 17:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Certificate
please start a new topic when you have a new question. It will make it easier to find for others looking for the same answers. wink.gif Oh and it will make the life of the organizers much easier. wink.gif

In answer to your question, it really depends on how long it takes to get the police certificates from the Countries in which the beneficiary lived. Some places take quite a bit of time and some Consulates take care of it for you. You will need to first find out where you need police cert from and then find out how long the process will take to get it. No harm in getting the police papers early... the other documents needed for interview (affidavit..etc) should wait until after you are approved.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-08-14 16:37:00