biggish data

The RFE Master List

I think you need not stress about many of the more insignificant errors.

If you were going through a higher fraud post it might be more fuel for the fire at the Embassy stage of the process.

KimandRuss

Female

New Zealand

2008-11-20 17:52:00

Filling out form I-864

My husband and I are filling out form I-864 Affidavit of Support and have a question about Part 5 - Household Size.

My hubby is the Sponsoring USC, and I am the Principal Sponsored Immigrant. The instructions say not to count anyone twice, so should he enter "0" under 21/C PERSONS NOT SPONSORED ON THIS AFFIDAVIT, If you are currently married, enter "1" for your spouse.

I suppose I am accounted for under 21/A PERSONS YOU ARE SPONSORING ON THIS AFFIDAVIT

SEE ATTACHED - This is how we have it filled out so far

Thanks!

I am assuming it is just you and your husband, in which case you did it right.
Everything else on that section should be zeros from c) through g) and then for h) you enter "2"
Good luck!

-Jacqueline

Edited by engineer21, 04 June 2010 - 01:05 PM.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-04 13:03:00

Bank Statement..

That is why I am here and asking for some experienced member as I do not believe that I need to have that amount in my bank...thanks

Just wondering.. when you say you wanted to sponsor your fiance, is your fiance here in the US?
Wanted to make sure you go through the proper immigration route and forms because it is slightly different for different cases

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-09 12:55:00

Bank Statement..

Just to clarify, by tax return I mean your 1040 and w-2 (and 1090 if applicable)
and by employment verification I mean a letter from your employer stating that you indeed work there and how much you make.
Plus I think some people have also submitted paystubs as well.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-09 12:26:00

Bank Statement..

Everyone else, please correct me if I'm wrong... but I don't think you need to show that amount in a bank account.

I believe that you just need to prove that you will be able to support your fiance and yourself (at 125% above poverty level is a safe bet)
You do this by showing employment/salary verification and recent tax return.

No need for bank statements
Again, someone correct me if I'm wrong..

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-09 12:23:00

G-325A

Yes that should be fine :thumbs:

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-13 16:46:00

Help for a Friend

1. June? So is she here already now?
Technically coming on a tourist visa means that you do not intend to immigrate - while she is clearly intending to.
But I think the USCIS forgives that, maybe? I'm not 100% sure.

2. I am pretty sure the rule is that the marriage has to happen before the child's 18th birthday for the USC to be able to petition for stepchildren

3. No, GC is not automatic. Yes, she must adjust status to get the GC

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-15 12:39:00

K-1 Revalidation

US Embassy suggested that the only option is to restart the K-1 Application.

This is from the VJ FAQ page:
5.13)...My fiance had to return home because of a family emergency just a couple weeks after arriving. Due we have to go through this entire process again in order for him to come back to the US?
A...Hopefully not. A K1 visa may be re-validated by the Consulate if the fiance is not yet married. The re-validated visa will still expire the same date as the original, and you must be married and file for Adjustment 90 days from the original first entry. As part of this process, you will probably fill out another OF-156 non-immigrant visa application and pay another visa application fee.

FAQ Note: Revalidating a K1 has been done only once in the newsgroup experience, early in 2000. The Consulate was unwilling to cooperate, and help from the US Citizens Congressional Representative was required to achieve success. The Representatives office contacted the State Department to verify the situation regarding revalidation. Correspondence between the Representatives office and the Consulate helped assure the revalidation. The revalidation process took about two weeks.

Looks like it is possible and has worked for someone before..

Good luck!

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-29 11:06:00

Expired K-1 visa

The downside is the extra $345 (?) fee for filing the I-130. They should marry tomorrow, if possible, and get on with it.

It is $ 355 now

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-20 20:53:00

Expired K-1 visa

Semantics only, but if she entered on an immigrant visa she would not have a "status" problem.

sorry, I don't know the technical term :blush:

. I just meant that because she entered on K-1, they won't question her intent to immigrate/get married.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-20 19:50:00

Expired K-1 visa

She's still here in the USA. They can simply marry and file to adjust her status. Since the marriage occurred after the 90 days allowed, he'll need to file an I-130 concurrent with the adjustment of status filing but there is no need for a new visa.

I agree. If she is here, you should go ahead get married and then file i-130 & i-485 concurrently.
Don't think there should be any problems because she entered legally on an immigrant visa.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-06-20 09:06:00

Visiting during processing time

You can always try to come visit the US.
There is no rule against that.
But it's a matter of luck as well as preparation whether you will be allowed entry.
Check out this link: http://www.visajourn...content/k1visit
And of course your fiance can come visit you!

I've read that during the processing time that I won't be allowed to leave Canada. Is this true?

My fiancé should still be able to visit me, correct?

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-04 22:29:00

Question

Passport must be valid at least for another 6 months.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-06 11:23:00

SHAM!! Help

Don't have any advice, but from reading the thread it looks like you are already on your way to your next step.
So just wanted to say good luck and hope you two will be together soon!

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-07 22:04:00

Are scans ok

I think its a good idea to scan everything anyway so that you have an electronic copy of your package as well (in case of fire or whatever).

amen to that!

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-26 08:55:00

Are scans ok

instead of photocopies of documents?

Yes, that should be fine.
After you print it out, it essentially is like a high quality photocopy anyway
I've sent a mix of scans and photocopies

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-26 08:10:00

Proof of Evidence

Hi everyone...

So, heres my situation. I was living in the US for 7 yrs, my family and I came to the US late 2002 and we were there applying for asylum. Anyway, we were denied all the time and we supposed to leave the US the end of Jan 2010. My lawyer at the time screwed us up by not filing any extension to stay because we were planning to leave the end of August 2010.

With that being said, Last october I met my boyfriend and we started our relationship Jan 2010. BUT i was detained on March 2010 and given the 10 yr ban. My boyfriend really wanted me back and i wanna be with him soo bad too.

We wanted to apply for K1 visa, but i realized that we only have 1 pic together. I started to save our chat conversation and gift receipts that we have sent each other.
We dont have any visa stamp or ticket or anything.
He was going to come see me next month, but unfortunately something came up that he has to work so he wont be able to come. we want to start as soon as possible, but what should we do? Are those evidence would be enough? I have some pics of me and his kids!

And is it possible for me to obtain K1 visa with the ban that i have?
Is it true that if we are applying for K1 and get it approved, I would have an interview and I will be denied, but I have to turn in i-601 (the extreme hardship) and i-212???

Thank you for your help!

I'm not sure about the amount of evidence. It might be enough. Usually they want to see that you have met within the last 2 years and most people send boarding passes showing the USC has visited the fiance's country. But in your case you were herein the US.., so maybe show evidence that your mailing address in the US at the time was near where your boyfriend lives.. in addition to evidence you listed already.

Yes, you will be denied at the interview and then have to file the waivers.
http://immigrate2us.net is a forum that is more waiver oriented. Free chats with a lawyer (Lauren somebody.. I can't remember right now) on wednesdays. There is another Indonesian member here who has filed for the 601 waiver. PM me and I will try to introduce you to her, if you want.

Best of luck to you

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-29 10:21:00

CHECK MADE OUT TO USCIS INSTEAD OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Please Help!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just realized that I made my $455.0 check for the I-129F out to the USCIS instead of the Department of Homeland Security. What should I do? Will I receive a RFE for this? Please Advise.

I don't think mistakes on checks will result in RFE.
They will probably return the check with a letter stating that there is a mistake
Or they'll return your entire application.
No biggie, you'll just re-send everything with the corrected check

I wrote a check that they didn't need and they returned it, stapled to an NOA letter.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-08-03 06:57:00

How is the Speed of Vermont Now?

So, how is the Speed of Vermont CS now?

Not sure how fast it is for K-1, but I recently filed for i-102 and it was approved super fast!
Took less than a month from filing to getting the approval in the mail, eventhough their "current processing time" for that type of application is 3 months.
I don't know if that means they are currently processing everything else as fast though..

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-24 21:46:00

Filing I-129F while visiting fiance

Yes, you guys can start the K-1 process while you are here visiting. But if you are coming here to stay for a few months, why not get married and file for CR-1?
Either way, no, you being in the US in the beginning won't delay the process as long as you make it back to your home country in time to complete forms in the later stage of the process and also for the interview at the embassy.

Check out the guides to see/compare the flowcharts for both K-1 and CR-1/IR-1 process.

http://www.visajourn.../content/guides

If you are ready to spend the rest of your lives together, IMO it would be better to marry and start a CR-1 application.
With the K-1/ fiance visa, after you come to the US you still need to apply to adjust status to become a permanent resident.
But with the CR-1, upon entry to the US you will become a permanent resident and will get the green card in the mail, no need to adjust status.

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-07-24 21:30:00

RFE - Translations?? USCIS requires me to submit this document??

Is this letter really from USCIS?
Read it again carefully, because there is a translation service called USCTS (I used them)
This really doesn't sound like an RFE at all.

Hello!!

We just receive the hard copy of RFE letter today and it said that they require me (fiancee) to submit this document to them however I'm having hard time to understand what kind of document is this, Please help to enlighthen me with these

I will appreciate your thoughts on how will I go about these USCIS required document from me. Thanks!!!

"USCIS Certification Requirement
Federal Requirements for Certified Translation
Requirements for “certified translation” are stated in Federal Regulations 8 CFR 103.2 b 2 relating to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security/Immigration Regulations/Powers and Duties – Availability of Records and read as follows:

"(3) Translations. Any document containing foreign language submitted to the Service shall be accompanied by a full English language translation which the translator has certified as complete and accurate, and by the translator’s certification that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English."

We prepare our certification (Certification by Translator) in accordance with these federal regulations.

Certified translation of your documents for U.
Certified translation of your documents for U.S. Immigration office, passport agencies, universities, colleges, boards, and other public and private agencies
What is certified translation for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - USCIS or BCIS (formerly Immigration and Naturalization Services - INS)?

Most people get confused with the word "certified." Some ask for "certified translator" while many rightly ask for "certified translation." As we pointed out at translation for immigration the translation --not the translator-- needs to be certified.

§ 1003.33 Translation of documents.

Any foreign language document offered by a party in a proceeding shall be accompanied by an English language translation and a certification signed by the translator that must be printed legibly or typed. Such certification must include a statement that the translator is competent to translate the document, and that the translation is true and accurate to the best of the translator's abilities.

We certify our translation in a format created by the USCIS as required above. There is no mention of "certified translator" "notarization" or "notarized translation" in the statement above. The translator must certify the translation. And. we do certify each translated document, one-by-one.

Please check specific requirements of the USCIS in your application forms. Some documents such as police records, fingerprints, etc. from some countries may require notarization in addition to certification (LND OF-169 April 2008).

How do we certify?
We print our "Certification by Translator" statement on our corporate letterhead, sign it, and affix our raised corporate seal.

Which documents need to be certified?
We translate and certify the following documents: birth certificates, marriage licenses, diplomas, transcripts, police records, certificates of being single, academic credentials, letters of reference, title deeds, insurance papers, invoices, name change documents, and many other documents issued by official agencies. Please contact us if your document is not listed here. "

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2010-08-09 08:41:00

Understanding I-134

You can learn more here:
http://www.visajourn...content/support

Good luck!

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2012-05-11 20:22:00

Form Filling-up Question

I did the same thing, hope that that's the right way

I just put "N/A (deceased)"
They were fine with that.
Good luck guys!

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2012-05-23 05:14:00

evidence request

i find our what they asking for : 2 passport picture,is that ridiculous?

Ridiculous in that you have a lawyer that did not check the application for completeness!
Glad to hear that it is something that is easy to remedy

Stay here on VJ.
VJ will really help you through all the necessary steps in your journey!

engineer21

Female

Indonesia

2012-06-02 07:24:00

What to do while waiting for NOA2?

Hi! No, we filed June 3 and received our NOA1 a few days later. Would that scrapbook be something one would bring to the consulate interview?

Thanks!

Thanks!

Yes! For me i'll do it like a scrapbook so that the consul can easily understand our story together.

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-06-28 18:29:00

What to do while waiting for NOA2?

I am still waiting for our NOA2 and what i do is that i did make the album or like a scrapbook for the evidence genuine relationship and I did print some of our conversations. And also I did acquire more government id's. You just filed today?

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-06-27 19:13:00

Ready to submit I-129F application

That's all be fine. Good Luck to your journey

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-01 18:28:00

It's cool, thank you for the reply. Me and Ema and going over every little detail again and again. She is detail oriented and so I'm I.

You're Welcome. So we are too we go in every detail about this whole process. It's good that you and your fiance does the detail about it unlike other Pinay Girls that they just let their fiance do the work for the petition.

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-06 02:40:00

Man, these acronyms kill me. What is BPI and SMLEC?

Oops Sorry. BPI (Bank of the Philippines) your fiance will make the payment in that bank. SMLEC (St. Luke's MEdical Extension CLinic) where she'll going to have her Medical.

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-05 20:56:00

Wishing you a successful result.

Thank You

Will that fee be paid online after I get a nvc case number? Or will I send the money to my finace to cover the interview and medical when she goes to Manila? Just trying to get a feel for the upcoming expenses.

It will be paid in Manila including the Medical. But the Visa Processing Fee will be paid in BPI and the medical will be paid inside the SMLEC

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-05 18:05:00

I call the USEmbassy Manila this afternoon and I was told that currently, the Visa Procedding fee is $240 or P10320. On July 9, it will change. Maybe to adjust to exchange rate.

Thank You for that information

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-05 18:01:00

This sounds nit-picky, but the terms people use can confuse others.

The visa processing fee is not sent to the USCIS. The I-129F petition filing fee is. That is $340. Current fees for forms are always listed on the USCIS website and in the form instructions.

The visa processing fee of $240 is paid later, after there is an approved petition, when the foreign fiance(e) is applying for the K-1 visa at the consulate in their country.

Thank You! The terms that i used was confusing. But thanks for telling me my mistake. Much appreciated:)

Recent similar thread: http://www.visajourn...ncee-visa-fees/

Thank You

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-05 05:11:00

yes its 340... the 240 is for the interview

Thank You

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-04 21:58:00

The I129f petition filing fee is 340.00, but the visa application fee is only 240.00

Thank you!

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-04 20:18:00

Yes, it is still $340

Thank you. I saw that they changed fees is that for the Consulate fee? Thanks

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-04 20:03:00

Hello Guys! I just want to ask if how much is the Visa Processing Fee for K1 Visa to send in USCIS. Is it still $340?
Thank you very much! Your reply is highly appreciated.

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-04 19:00:00

hi,
my fiance received a notice last june 27 2012 that the petition for I-129F has been approved, were just wondering whats next step should we need to do in order that we can push it all through....

The Petitioner should send this documents to the beneficiary includes W2, Employment Letter, I-134, Income Tax Returns (3 recent tax years), 3 Recent pay stubs and bank statements.

Beneficiary should gather this documents Philippines Passport, Birth Certificate NSO copy, Cenomar NSO (but she should get it like a week before her interview) , Baptismal Certificate, NBI CLearance (she should get it like a week before her interview). And also those proofs of engagement and relationship like pictures, chats, phone bills, stamped passport, boarding passes. PLUS the DS FORMS too : DS 157, DS 156, DS 156K.

You mean, if my fiance will choose to send it through Express mail or courier deliveries, we will address it in Lewisville.

I'm sorry, I didn't noticed that. I just hit the CAPS LOCK button I think?

Thanks again for the reply.

Yes send it to Lewisville if you will send it through fedex, dhl etc.

No worries at all.

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-09 20:02:00

tennessee is under VERMONT SERVICE CENTER

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-09 19:45:00

OIC THANKS FOR THE INFO. MY FIANCE LIVES IN KNOXVILLE TN.. SO WHERE WILL MY FIANCE SEND OUR PAPERS.. THANKS FOR THE RELY..

This were you should send your petition.

"Direct Filing Addresses for Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)

If you live in the United States or abroad and are filing Form I-129F, then file your petition at:

The USCIS Dallas Lockbox

For U.S. Postal Service:

USCIS
P.O. Box 660151
Dallas, TX 75266

For Express mail and courier deliveries:

USCIS
Attn: I-129F
2501 South State Highway 121 Business
Suite 400
Lewisville, TX 75067 "

That is from USCIS Website. They will forward your petition in designated Service Center whether Vermont/California.

You are asking question and please don't use CAPITAL LETTERS. Thank you!

anyuhh

Not Telling

Philippines

2012-07-09 19:42:00