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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPacket 3
From the GUIDES

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What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2):

1. A copy of the entire I-129f package (that you made when you sent the petition in) and a copy of information that you sent back due to an RFE (if you received one).

2. Send all originals of the documentary proof that you submitted for the I-129F to your fiance(e) for their interview at the embassy.

3. Send an original letter affirming your desire to marry your fiance(e) and your continued support of the K-1 Visa. Sign and date the form. This will be similar to the letter you provided with the I-129F, but dated much closer to the interview (it will have most likely been several months since you submitted your I-129F).

4. I-134 Affidavit of Support form. Ensure it is notarized (by a US Notary Public), with all required supporting evidence. Begin collecting the required information ahead of time, as it can often take several weeks to collect it all.

5. You will likely need at a minimum (for the above form) two to three of your most recent pay stubs and a signed letter from your employer listing you job title, start date, your salary, and the status (full-time) of your position. Begin collecting these ASAP after your NOA2 arrives. You will also probably want to include other evidence such as your banking information and other assets as required by the I-134. Specifically you will need at least 2 of the 4 options mentioned in Section II-Supporting Evidence of the I-134. See this FAQ for more tips and ueful information on the Affidavit of Support Form.

6. A copy of the NOA2 that you received in the mail.

7. Proof of your ongoing relationship. This needs to be taken to the interview! Include photos, travel documents, emails, etc from between the time you filed and present (NOA1 date-now).

Examples: Copies of phone bills, cell phone bills, emails (you can edit personal info with a marker), letters (edit personal info also), stamps on the letters (to document the date they were sent), and other written documentary proof. Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)

Edited by KimandRuss, 03 April 2008 - 03:01 PM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-03 15:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisit in US
You will find MANY threads relating to this.

It's important to bring as much information tying you to Germany as possible. Letter from employer, rental contract or mortgage papers...bills, bank accounts..etc. It is your burden to prove to the POE officer that you do not intend to immigrate. He/she still has the right to deny entry. ALWAYS tell the truth but do not offer more than what is asked. wink.gif

As a side note, I see that you filed very early February. I know your adjutication date says early May as an approximate but judging by others timelines at VSC that is likely to be earlier. Even if you are approved early May, Germany is a pretty fast consulate, so you're probably looking at an interview date in June with a relatively short wait (days) for the visa after that. I'm not sure if you were planning on taking your time to move over and if that's the case, pardon my intrustion, but I just wanted to bring that to your attention so you're not in the US when your interview is scheduled! wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-03 06:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressponsor and co-sponsor for I-134
It's all in the GUIDES guides6ly.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-03 16:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNON-IMPEDMENT OF MARRIAGE
I found this...hope it helps....

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Canada does not supply a certificate of non-impediment, however you can apply to the Departments of Foreign Affairs and International Trade for a "Statement In-Lieu of Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage Abroad".

Applications must be made by mail and accompanied by:

If you were born in Canada, a certified copy of your birth certificate.
If you were not born in Canada, certified true copies of your Canadian citizenship card and Record of Landing form.
A statutory declaration of your present marital status and the name and citizenship of your future spouse.
A certified copy of a divorce certificate or divorce judgment if divorced or a death certificate of a previous spouse if widowed.
There are a number of countries who will not accept this document and require instead that you get a letter or statement at the Canadian Embassy, in the country where you will marry, to the effect that there are no impediments.

Authentication and Service of Documents Section (JLAC)
Departments of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
125 Sussex Drive,
Ottawa,
Ontario, Canada
K1A 0G2


You probably should visit the CANADA regional forums as well. I'm sure those good folks will have an answer for you.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-03-10 13:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApproved!!
Congratulations!!!
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-04 17:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOnce the K1 is approved how long then?
It is valid for 6 months
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-05 13:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWrite the check to USCIS
QUOTE (Steve and Amara @ Apr 5 2008, 04:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
we are just about to sign the $445.00 personal check that we are sending in with our I-129F petition.
Do we make the check payable to "United States Center Immigration Services (USCIS)". We are filing at the californian branch.

cheers

star_smile.gif star_smile.gif


The fee is $455. See here

Good luck! good.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-05 17:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGetting married straight away after the K1 is approved
The immigration officer doesn't know what he's talking about. He is talking about entering on a different visa. They already assume with a K1 that you're intending to immigrate. What a goofball! headbonk.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-05 13:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIntent to marry document (K-1)
That is very interesting. Do you happen to have the link to the USCIS page you found this on?
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-07 07:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIntent to marry document (K-1)
From the Guides...


5. Original statements (from both the US Citizen and foreign fiance) certifying an intent to marry within 90 days of entering the US on a valid K-1. (see example)
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-06 16:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa process taking longer than expected
Hi Jack... congratulations.

Everything you need is in the Guides....

What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2):

1. A copy of the entire I-129f package (that you made when you sent the petition in) and a copy of information that you sent back due to an RFE (if you received one).

2. Send all originals of the documentary proof that you submitted for the I-129F to your fiance(e) for their interview at the embassy.

3. Send an original letter affirming your desire to marry your fiance(e) and your continued support of the K-1 Visa. Sign and date the form. This will be similar to the letter you provided with the I-129F, but dated much closer to the interview (it will have most likely been several months since you submitted your I-129F).

4. I-134 Affidavit of Support form. Ensure it is notarized (by a US Notary Public), with all required supporting evidence. Begin collecting the required information ahead of time, as it can often take several weeks to collect it all.

5. You will likely need at a minimum (for the above form) two to three of your most recent pay stubs and a signed letter from your employer listing you job title, start date, your salary, and the status (full-time) of your position. Begin collecting these ASAP after your NOA2 arrives. You will also probably want to include other evidence such as your banking information and other assets as required by the I-134. Specifically you will need at least 2 of the 4 options mentioned in Section II-Supporting Evidence of the I-134. See this FAQ for more tips and ueful information on the Affidavit of Support Form.

6. A copy of the NOA2 that you received in the mail.

7. Proof of your ongoing relationship. This needs to be taken to the interview! Include photos, travel documents, emails, etc from between the time you filed and present (NOA1 date-now).

Examples: Copies of phone bills, cell phone bills, emails (you can edit personal info with a marker), letters (edit personal info also), stamps on the letters (to document the date they were sent), and other written documentary proof. Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-08 06:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBiographical Info Mixup; Embassy Interview is Thursday!
Hi, i'm sorry I don't have any advice for you but I don't think i'd worry too much about it at this stage.

If it's still a concern, you could sign up for a version of eFax (or something like it) and the fax would be sent right to her email where she could print it or send it somewhere she could have it printed. wink.gif

anyway, best of luck!!! do let us know how it goes!
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-08 11:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhats the best way to get the divorce paper
that question was answered in your other post....

He needs to contact the clerks office for the county in which the divorce was filed. It should be a government url and for a small fee he can have them sent. They need to be certified copies (raised seal).
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-09 07:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdivorce papers
Yes, I realize some adjuticator's let it go but I also know of many who got RFE's for proof of legal name change. Since it's stated in the guides, probably best to send it. I'm not willing to chance any more delays. wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-09 07:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdivorce papers
That is not correct. Marriage certificates are legal proof of name change for the petitioner and therefore they are needed for the initial petition IF the name on the petition does not match the birth certificate....

From the Guides....

13. Proof of Legal Name Change if either the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) is using a name other than that shown on the relevant documents. You must give USCIS copies of the legal documents that made the change, such as a marriage certificate, adoption decree or court order.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-09 07:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdivorce papers
You will need a legal decree showing that he was legally divorced from both ex spouses.

In Massachusetts it's called the decree absolute and you get it only after waiting.... waiting.... laughing.gif ask me how I know?

good luck to you!
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-09 06:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDidnt send letter of intent, case approved, case stuck in CSC for 2 weeks
I do realize we are talking about NVC case number for an approved petition.

Why would you think there is more reason for conern just because someone who was approved around the same time as you got their number before you get yours???

Petitions are approved and set aside at the CSC while they collect enough of them to then send by bulk shipment. When they finally have enough they are then all sent to the NVC at the same time ....who then has to process them. I doubt very highly they check each one from that bulk shipment (sometimes including months of approvals) to be sure they do them all in order they were approved.

They are 'in limbo' because USCIS has them out of their system but they're just not entered into the NVC system yet to be sent out to the USEM. There is no need to panic. Do a search..this happens all the time.

Edited by KimandRuss, 10 April 2008 - 12:30 PM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-10 12:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDidnt send letter of intent, case approved, case stuck in CSC for 2 weeks
The answer is simple. They lie! laughing.gif

They probably do attempt to process close to the order they're received but can you imagine processing the amount of files they get by month, date, year and making sure they're processed EXACTLY in order? You certainly can't base your expectations or emotions on that statement.

The fact that you know for sure that other couples approved at the same time you were is a plus. It's very possible your file was just under that other couple's and that you'll be getting the info you need soon. Try to be patient just a little while longer. smile.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-10 09:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDidnt send letter of intent, case approved, case stuck in CSC for 2 weeks
The petition was approved. The missing letter of intent is not the issue it's help up so please don't worry about it. Some adjuticators are just more particular than others. As stated above, you will want to have a new original letter of intent dated sometime after the NOA2 to have available for the interview.

The case is held up because CSC holds newly approved petitions until there are enough to send a large shipment. If you look around VJ you'll find people who have waited more than 60 days!

Yes, it's very wrong and grossly mismanaged in comparisson to VSC but it's nothing new and no reason for concern.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-10 09:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDidnt send letter of intent, case approved, case stuck in CSC for 2 weeks
http://www.visajourn...howtopic=119680
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-07 12:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA 2 Approved - NVC Still Does Not Have Any Record
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Reguarly, it takes up to 1 month from the petition to go from USCS to NVC, so 22 days is still a normal time frame.


If you look over recent threads (the last year anyway) you will see that it's taken CSC months to move the petitions to NVC in some cases. Very recently someone posted that has been waiting 2 months for that process alone... guess his petition was one of the first on the pallet! Sad but true. A few months back (when things were really crazy) someone posted that they were told CSC waits until a pallet of new approvals is filled up before sending it off to NVC. I'm with VSC but this still is so frustrating to me for you folks who are already made to wait longer. sad.gif


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I just called the NVC and pressed 1, 5 to speak to the reperesentative, she notified me my case was arrived yesterday and it will be snet to consulate with in 10-15 days.


Congrats...that's great news! This may help you....

Track your file from NVC to USEM.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-09 12:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplease someone spell it out for me! i'm stupid
QUOTE (monyfer @ Apr 10 2008, 10:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Beneficiary's birth certificate is not necessary at this point (filing petition) correct? Only at interview stage?


Correct. It's not asked for until the interview.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-10 21:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresincome of petitioner for k1 fiancee visa
How much you need depends on how many members in your household that you support (including your fiance)

Your assets/bank accounts..etc will only come into play if/when you do not meet those requirements.

I don't imagine it would hurt to have copies of all that information.

Be sure to visit Candle for Love since you're going thru GUZ
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-03 16:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Visa denied for a silly reason
Sorry to hear that. sad.gif You said he made you sign an affidavit withdrawing your petition?? Does that mean no chance for appeal now?? If you're sure you're not legally married and there's a chance for an appeal you should hire a good lawyer ASAP while the petition is still in India!

Any kind of ceremony is bit 'dangerous' when going through this process but one would think that a religious/cultural celebration would be more proof of a legitimate relationship and not reason to keep you apart. Slipepry slope ...and maybe some good advice for others. wink.gif

Good luck to you both.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-08 06:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about times and deadlines...
I'm not sure if there is deadline for sending packet 3 back to the consulate but the six months you refer to is how long you have to wait to enter the U.S. using the K1.

good luck
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-08 10:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReceived NOA2 - Can I still travel?
Hi Daragh, congratulations on your Noa2! Your trip shouldn't have any effect on the process. Just be aware that ultimately your entry is still at the discresion of the POE officer.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-17 11:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Well, if things had been different we could have saved over $60,000 in travel expenses..not to mention lost wages! ohmy.gif Yeah...that one hurts! laughing.gif I was legally married up until this week so we couldn't have married anyway until now but yeah, it doesn't seem fair that you can't be together when you're in love. It's all these fraudulent cases that make it that much harder for all of us so I guess it's those people I take most issue with.

Oh well...such is life and we have no regrets as we had just an amazing start to our journey... able to see the world and having the opportunity to give my children the experience of living in other countries for a while. You can't put a price on those kinds of memories. smile.gif

Regarding the government.... I know I certainly do my part in voicing my opinion now that i'm aware of how it all works. I've contacted my congresspersons and I take the time to educate all who are curious about the immigration process. I find most pople are totally clueless...as was I until it effected me. The most infuriating part to me is the disparity between the centers and the mis-managment of handling the influx of petitions they must have known was coming last year. There is no excuse for that! Something needs to be done/said. Afterall... that's what democracy is all about!

Thanks for the well wishes everyone. We're hoping for a smooth and speedy process from here!
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-18 11:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Thanks rebecca!

After all the years of even trying to get to this point... the stress of my hard drive crashing the night before with all the info I needed all filled out and organized on it for months... trying to get my divorce decree... etc, etc, etc... I was extremely tired, my mind was all over the place the waiting line at the P.O. was incredibly long and I was super stressed...... but I couldn't wipe the smile off my face! wink.gif Once that package was mailed it felt like a HUGE weight had been lifted and a chapter of my life had FINALLY been closed and a new one opened. I'm not so easily swayed...but the proof of delivery... novak's siggy... it all STILL feels so good!!!

Thanks again.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-17 10:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Thank you roselinda, Julez, Mark and Hannah & eric and teresa... we really appreciate the support we get here as i'm sure you all do. I hope it's quick and painless for all of us! smile.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-17 10:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Thanks Zee, I appreciate it. Hopefully we'll both have great news by June 2nd! wink.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-16 17:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Thanks Laura smile.gif

Len and Bren... thanks. smile.gif timeline's been filled in for months with yesterday's date! laughing.gif
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-16 16:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Well, i'm resurrecting this post from the depths of the VJ servers to let you all know that we have filed our petition!

When I first posted back in September the road ahead looked quite daunting. So many of you responded to my posts and questions and I knew right away this place would be a lifeline for us! I've learned a lot in these 7 months! My divorce was FINALLY final on Monday and we sent the petition overnight on Tuesday! It was signed for by Paul Novak today at 1:15!

It's been such a long road for us already but we persevered and now we are on to the next chapter. Thank you all for your help and support to get us to this point! It means all the difference in the world to have the support to not only do this right but also just to know we are not alone.

Thanks again.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2008-04-16 16:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (raj @ Sep 28 2007, 04:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
He can apply for green card lottary.


Yes, thank you. He did that last year and he's doing it this year too.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-28 16:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
thank you folks so much for taking the time to reply. I really do appreciate it.

While I appreciate the concern for my situation, I'm almost certain fraud is not going to be a problem for us. We've known each other since 1997, a visit in 2002, almost daily documented conversation since way back when. We have more than enough proof of our relationship since 2005. Including many overseas trips together thinking we were abiding by the law. blush.gif

After all the research, I came to the same conclusion that as soon as my divorce is final the form will be mailed overnight to get the process started of getting my baby home to me! In the meantime i'll work more, save more, travel more to see him on my VW. Hopefully without issues at the NZ border. blink.gif Having kids at home and a K1 in progress should be proof enough i'm leaving to come home.

What a tease it was reading the story of how the DCF regulations used to be as early as this year, though. crying.gif

thanks again
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-28 11:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (julezabelle @ Sep 28 2007, 09:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (TracyTN @ Sep 28 2007, 08:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Add me to the Scarlett Letter club...!

Guess its a miracle we were ever approved, eh? whistling.gif


Me too blush.gif I guess all hope is lost for me getting my fiance approved. wacko.gif


Tell me you are just poking fun! I've had about all the ageda I can take for this week!

The DCF seems like a viable option for us if my kids are ok with it and it would be glorious to be able to be with Russell during this arduous process BUT then i'd have to get a resident visa of some kind to travel to N.Z. which couldn't really happen before Christmas, and then worry about the time it will take for the 130, which we could not file for until the six months is up (?)I assume (now it's july), instead of the 129 which we can hopefully get in the works as soon as January and, by current timelines, could be 'done with' by around the same time or soon thereafter. It almost makes more sense to just wait it out and keep trying to find cheap flights to N.Z. in the meantime. Thoughts?

So, after looking around for days now, I find the fees increase and the laws for the DCF (in nz anyway) changed all within the past year... nice. wacko.gif

I'm working on very little sleep here and high levels of stress so if i'm missing something or misguided please let me know.

Edited by KimandRuss, 28 September 2007 - 09:53 AM.

KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-28 09:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (KarenCee @ Sep 28 2007, 06:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just a thought here...the DCF option which requires you to live in NZ for at least 6 months before filing. You also said you aren't opposed to homeschooling your kids and that you can work from anywhere (online work). Y'know, this could be a temporary solution - moving to NZ and taking your kids with you, homeschooling them temporarily until you're able to complete the DCF process. Since you say your "x" is so supportive, would he be in agreement with something like this? I'm not at all familiar with DCF but from what I've read here and in other places, maybe that would be an option? You and Russ could be together, you wouldn't be separated from your children, etc. With homeschooling them, you would only need to register your intent with your local school board and send in attendance and testing information. You say you have the ability and freedom to work wherever since it's mostly online...

Just a thought...maybe I'm waaaaaaaay off base with it but hey, it's just an idea. smile.gif


Thank you for your reply. We are looking into this a little more because even the thought of being apart for up to a year is torture. It is something that my children would have to be ok with as well. I would appreciate any input from those who have any experience with it.

thanks again
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-28 06:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Sep 27 2007, 11:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I was still married when I met my husband. It ain't no secret around here.

Welcome to the Scarlet Letter Club...........you'll be just fine. There's loads of us.


laughing.gif Rebecca. I may be married in the eyes of the law but that ended two years ago. How I wish there was still a 'quickie divorce' so I could get this process started! All I can do now is wait for that to be final and then file the K1. You would think (hope/pray) that as long as the divorce was in progress they'd let you at least file for the K1 since it takes so long. We've already got the forms ready! I can only hope that our process goes as fast as yours did!

What do you think the chances of him being allowed here on a visitors visa while the K1 is in progress? I certainly understand why they would deny it but was thinking they might allow it because this process could possibly take up to 10 months for us and it's not like I can stay there in NZ any great length of time because of my kids but I surely see where they would be concerned that he just might just stay. They do make it easier to do all of this that way. Or do they even care about circumstances? Any thoughts?
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-28 05:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
'meow mix'... Here's to another 'ring' this year for our boys!

pushbrk... while I truly appreciate your taking the time to reply to my questions I too feel that your need to explain my own circumstances to me is a bit pretentious on your part and believe that's what others here are referring to. There really is no need for you to point the obvious out to me other than for you to judge the circumstances I now find myself in. I have taken a good hard look at our options, that is why I am posting with you good folks. As far as the sissie comment goes... I am a mother who has buried a child... there isn't anything I can't do. Of course I am frustrated by this process because I want to be with the man I love but make no mistake, i'm in it to win it. wink.gif

Thank you again for your advice and counsel... i'm quite sure i've found the place to get my answers and look forward to getting to know you all.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-27 20:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
Thank you for your 'frank' reply.

Yes, we knew I was still married, but I took care of my paperwork and my parenting classes way back last year in june before I even travelled to NZ the first time. Circumstances change, things happen.

I realize we need to be strong and 'cowboy up' (btw HUGE red sox fan here!) but please do not assume that we are/were just uneducated to the process and went about this without any forethought. We wanted to be together... things happened... it's that simple.

Thanks again.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-27 15:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied entry VWP
QUOTE (fwaguy @ Sep 27 2007, 02:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
From the US Embassy in NZ's website:

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Acceptance of I-130 Petitions – 20 March 2007

Effective immediately consular posts abroad are authorized to accept petitions for immediate relative immigrant classification from American citizens who are resident in their consular districts........

NOTE: To demonstrate residency in a consular district the American Citizen petitioners must be able to show that they have permission to reside in the consular district and that they have been doing so continuously for at least six months before filing the petition. Individuals who are in the country on a temporary status such as student or tourist would NOT be considered to meet the residency standard.


http://wellington.us...ov/qualify.html


thank you fwaguy! Yet another option, seems unlikely for my current situation, but an option nonetheless.
KimandRussFemaleNew Zealand2007-09-27 13:47:00