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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion over Affidavit

You will need to show INTENT TO RE=ESTABLISH domicile in this case. This can be things like buying a house in the USA, enrolling kids in school, getting registered with recruiters, being in touch with a real estate agent, flying over for a vacation and getting your drivers license renewed and voter ID etc.


I was thinking I could renew my driver's license one more time. I voted in the last election, but can I get some sort of paper proving my voting history? I guess reopening a new bank account would be wise as well. Also could get my parents to write (on official letterhead) that they plan to hire me into the family company once we move there. Should they also mention hiring my husband as well, or is that unwise? (Don't you have to apply for a work permit afterwords, or does it automatically come with a spouse's green card?)
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-19 12:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion over Affidavit
*bump* I was hoping to get some second opinions on this.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-18 10:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion over Affidavit
But how can they expect couples to have to live separate? That seems more suspicious to me than me being a resident in Germany. I can tell you right now that I personally have z-e-r-o income from the US since Germany is my home as of now. So, how am I supposed to file this?
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-17 14:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion over Affidavit
Hey there. I'm just doing some research on the IR-1 visa we'd like to apply for in a couple years.

I want to know exactly which Affidavit of Support we need...

I live with my husband in Germany and am wanting to move back home in a couple years after he's completed his internship here. Since I'm not a resident of the US I can't really qualify as support for him as we're both going to have to save up money to move. My parents, though, are more than willing to take us in until we find jobs and an apartment. Is it possible for them to fill out and sign an Affidavit on our behalf or is this going to be a bumpy ride? Also, which form is it exactly? There's a bunch of them with A's and W's at the end.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-17 11:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 covered on cover sheet of I-130?

You only have to be married two years in order to qualify for IR-1.


I've heard that before on here. Someone also married to a German national once told me it was 3, but perhaps they were confused with the German law that you can naturalize after 3 years of marriage to a native. But, that's actually a fantastic relief. So, we won't even have to wait as long as I thought we'd have to.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-24 10:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 covered on cover sheet of I-130?
Yeah if they determine based off of your situation then I'm sure they won't be issuing the K-3 anyway. We're going to be applying after July of 2014 since we'll have been married 3 years and are then eligible for the IR-1. Saves time and a bit of money, hehe. I believe I can make it that long before homesickness level 10 kicks in. :P
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-24 05:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 covered on cover sheet of I-130?

One of the very first questions on the I-130 form itself asks who you are filing it on behalf of. You would tick the box next to "Spouse" for this question.


So, in other words, they automatically determine it's the IR/CR-1 visa you need based off of what you fill out? I'm assuming it's the only visa available for immigrating spouses of US citizens.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-23 15:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 or I-864A?
Alright I guess there's no harm done in both of them sponsoring anyhow, even if one will suffice.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-31 03:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 or I-864A?
Well, to slightly complicate things, they own a small heating and cooling company together. I don't know how they file their own paychecks and such, all I know is that their taxes are filed jointly.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-30 15:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 or I-864A?
I'm 99.9% educated on which forms to fill out for the affidavit of support, but there's still that .1%, hehe.

My parents are going to be our co-sponsors and we're going to be living with them for a bit when we move over there. My parents file taxes jointly. Does each of them have to fill out a form, or only one? And I'm still kind of unclear as to what the I-864A is for, exactly. Just need some simple answers to clear up this foggy perception of mine. (I hate paperwork!!)
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-01-30 04:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR-1 visa. Petitioner allowed to attend interview?
Alright, thanks! Guess I'll save it for when we actually apply, though. And perhaps the guy in the review who wasn't allowed inside didn't make himself an appointment first/it was a K-visa they were applying for? Either way, I'll e-mail like you said and get a simple yes or no from them.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-02-02 04:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR-1 visa. Petitioner allowed to attend interview?
Well there was only one entry on their FAQ page that had anything to do with USC spouses attending the interview and they only said it wasn't a requirement. They didn't say if I was allowed to or not.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-02-01 06:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR-1 visa. Petitioner allowed to attend interview?
We'll be applying (DCF) through Frankfurt again, but last time with the tourist visa I, of course, wasn't allowed to attend as his wife. I didn't even really try to get in considering it was a B-2 and may look suspiscious. However, with an IR-1 am I allowed to go up to the window with my husband for his interview? Lots of people said they were able to use some code they were given when making appointments, but that was in 2008. I'm wondering if things have changed since then or if I'm still allowed to join in on the "fun". :P
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-02-01 04:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat is the difference between the CR-1 and IR-1?

Hi Le,

If you are married for more than 2 years you will receive a 10 years GC (CR1), think will be your case when you come back after finish your law school in a few years. Less than 2 years into a marriage you receive a 2 years GC (IR1) and after that you will need to apply for the 10 years GC, like us that came with the k1.

Ana


Actually I think it's the other way around. CR=conditional resident (under 2 years of marriage) and IR=immediate resident (2 years or over). So, IR-1 would be the best one to aim for, unless you can't wait/aren't able to legally reside with your spouse in Brazil.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-02-25 02:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA Little Lost
You'll have to complete a medical examination before your interview at the embassy and I believe there they take care of whatever vaccinations are missing. As for the rest I'm not sure since we aren't in the same predicament. :(
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-03-11 05:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresName change
I'm not sure whether it's required or not, but certainly is a wise thing to do. Applying for a name change on a passport doesn't take very long. Or they could have their SSN card changed. I know for certain that the name change certificate has to accompany your marriage certificate. But not having any physical representation other than your certificate might raise an eyebrow as to whether your marriage is bona fide or not.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-03-18 04:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhotographs for the interview
This is the instruction form I used for my husband's tourist visa. (It shows the standard requirements for a US passport/visa photo)

http://germany.usemb...sa/photographs/

If you're unsure as to whether you should wear earrings or not, then just take them off for the photo. Perhaps they only mean to say stud earrings (not looped ones) are acceptable, but I don't even think that matters. It's mostly the headgear and clothing you're wearing that could be considered distracting.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-03-30 06:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 for 19 year old couple
Unless you work for an American company in Denmark and are being transfered to that same company in the US upon immigration the USCIS won't care how much money you have in your pocket when you move. They care about future employment. (even 6 digits can disappear quickly from a bank account when it comes to buying a house/car, etc.) If your wife is unable to support you through the I864 then she can find a relative or good friend who can file as a co-sponsor. She'll still have to file the form along with tax returns, but a co-sponsor with a good income will assure the government you won't become a public charge.
Stressed OutFemaleGermany2013-04-06 07:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresU.S. Immigration Preclearance Procedures - Canceled Flight?

Stupid thread won't let me edit. I was going ot add I'd definitely follow the advice of the UAE airport and get there extra early. I'm sure the preclearance customs there has a much, much higher number of passengers to check than in Dublin. (Many of those without ESTA's, which slows it down)


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-03-25 08:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresU.S. Immigration Preclearance Procedures - Canceled Flight?

At Dublin it didn't take so long simply because of a vast majority of passengers being either USC's or travelling with ESTA's. You get off your plane in the US and go get your bags and leave the airport. All it is is you going through the US borders before boarding your flight. I personally found it so much easier and when it's time for my husband to emmigrate we're going to fly through Dublin again as it puts your mind at ease knowing you're already "in the US".


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-03-25 07:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresU.S. Immigration Preclearance Procedures - Canceled Flight?

We went through preclearance before at Dublin. You go through normal security and US Customs will be before your gate section, so you'll go through preclearance whenever you're about to board the flight, no matter if it's postponed or not.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-03-25 06:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresinterview date

If only your I-130 (petition that, once approved, authorizes you to apply for the visa) has been approved then you still need to file the DS-260 (actual visa application) and with that packet you'll also submit a request for interview.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-03-31 11:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG352A File Number?

Crystal clear now. Thanks!


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-07-24 07:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG352A File Number?

Is that supposed to be an alien registration number, or what? I'm assuming my husband gets that number after the I-130 is approved...


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-07-24 07:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG352A File Number?

Quick question...in the top right corner where it asks for a file number and it starts with a bold "A", what am I supposed to put there?


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-07-24 07:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSponsor

Of course family members count as joint sponsors. Don't know where you read that. Perhaps you heard that your partner's family doesn't count? They have to be US residents.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-02 10:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 (split topic)

The US citizen petitioning will always be the main sponsor. Everyone else (living in the US) is considered a joint sponsor. I'm assuming your husband is the benificiary, so he doesn't need an I-864. Your parent or whoever will be your joint sponsor meeting the minimum income requirement will fill out a second I-864. 


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-16 00:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAOS I-864 part 4

I just put all my up-to-date information on my I-130 (German mailing address, domicile, etc.) because it's simple....I'm living with my husband right now in Germany, but I want to move back home. With all the bank account and driver's license stuff running current you guys should be fine. In December I reopened a bank account, updated my name on my SSN card and updated my driver's license. I don't see how they could possibly need anything more from you.

I haven't sent my petition away, but it can't be that impossible to prove you want to re-establish domicile in America.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-16 07:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Questions

So where it says Family Member 1 Family Name (first box) write N/A in those first three name boxes and they should get the idea that no other immigrants are accompanying your wife.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-18 10:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Questions

Ah my bad. I just looked up the I864 form and yeah all the family member boxes are listed referring to Part 3 question 2 which is asking for family members other than the principal immigrant. On part 3 only check the box on question 1 saying Yes I'm sponsoring the principal immigrant named in part 2. The rest will be left blank.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-18 10:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Questions

1.) Since you filed jointly I, personally, (someone correct me on this if they disagree) would provide only your (the petitioner's) income. This form is basically getting to know your financial status and if you can support your wife upon her arrival in the States.

2.) On family member #2 I'd put N/A, but not on the rest of the boxes....they're smart enough to figure out that there's obviously no one other than your wife being petitioned.

3.) Yeah, I marked every empty box with either None or N/A unless it's like the family member section you were asking about. Marking all boxes doesn't hurt though...it's not that much to write and at least it doesn't leave them confused as to if you "missed" that section or not.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-18 06:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureson I-130 form question 15 about employer..

Okay I see what you're saying. No wonder people mess up filling these things out and everything's backed up....what a stupid way to word a question. Thanks for pointing that out!

And I just noticed why I originally filled it out with his info is because the questions on the right side pertain to the alien relative. I'll shut up now. But the cursor trick is still helpful. :P


Edited by Stressed Out, 19 August 2014 - 11:28 AM.

Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-19 11:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureson I-130 form question 15 about employer..

Huh? For question 15? Now I'm the one asking questions, haha.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-19 11:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureson I-130 form question 15 about employer..

The I-130 is the petition that the USC is to fill out, so if the question isn't directed specifically towards the alien relative then it should be asking about the USC. Glad you mentioned this; I just realized I filled mine out incorrectly since the question right above it is regarding my husband and it looks kind of like it runs into the question underneath. 


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-19 11:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp - i-130 Form

If it was only a visit then it wouldn't count as you guys living together, so just write N/A.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-25 05:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp - i-130 Form

If you just print out the form and fill in her SSN with black ink then they shouldn't care as long as it's neatly written.

Note that question 15 is on the C. side of the form marked as the beneficiary, so it would be the non-USC spouse's work info.

If anything is too long to be written/typed in the blanks then just write in the blank "see attached (note what they need to look for in the files, number the paper or whatever)..." and include it on a separate piece of paper that refers to the question on the I-130.

If your spouse was actually "residing" with you then, yes, include the address. This wouldn't effect the petition.

And as far as your native alphabet goes...perhaps you can hunt down the letters needed by going to Start on your PC, and search for Character Map. If you can't find the letters in there you're needing then (if it's short enough to fit in the blank) just write neatly in black ink.








Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-25 05:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion/Issue about I-864

Super, will come in handy for me when I get to the NOA2 stage. :)


Edited by Stressed Out, 26 August 2014 - 11:26 PM.

Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-26 23:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion/Issue about I-864

It's certainly better than being married 4 days, haha. Even if it happens to not go as quickly as you like just be happy that a 4-year marriage entitles you to an Immediate Residence green card, which is valid for 10 years vs. marriages younger than 2 years get only the Conditional Residence which you have to spend extra time, effort and money in renewing the green card within 2 years. I myself believe it probably goes a tad bit faster on average for those of us with marriages 3 years or older. And having no kids means no extra petitions being filed which might speed it up as well. Don't fret! If you love each other and stay strong, you'll be in the States in no time!


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-26 06:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion/Issue about I-864

Your wife would also be required to submit three years of tax returns, so I would include just the 2010 TR and then the letter stating her income was too low the other years. And as far as your friend's tax returns go, I'm not sure how it works for people that first earn a sufficient income before the next tax return is due. Someone correct me on this, but I'm sure that evidence of a job change/paystubs would suffice. As long he's making enough money now to file the AOS then I don't see there being a problem.


Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-25 03:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion/Issue about I-864

Your wife being the USC spouse will automatically be considered the main sponsor, whether she can support you financially or not...because she's your wife bringing you to her home. If she (like me) didn't make a high enough income (I believe combined $20k a year is what my uncle told me) to be required to file tax returns then she can type up a short letter stating that she wasn't making a high enough income...this has worked for other VJ users on here I've seen.

Sorry that the in-laws aren't cooperating. Whoever is kind enough to step up to the plate for you guys and file a SECOND I-864 (not I-864a...that's for people literally living under the same roof - i.e. when two brothers live together and want to sponsor their little sister) will be required to submit the tax returns of the past 3 years as evidence. 

So your wife needs to fill out her own I-864 and include her "excuse" as to why she has no tax returns as proof. And your joint sponsor will submit their own second I-864 with 3 years of tax returns.




Stressed OutFemaleGermany2014-08-25 00:30:00