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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAbout to send out I-129F need a little help plz
I am about to file my I 129F and I don't know if I have enough proof of ongoing relationship. I have boarding passes from 2009, itineraries from nov 2010 and christmas/new year2011, some skype transcripts from aug 2010 and dec 2010, I have text messages, proof we opened joint checking acct over new years, a card from his mom congratulating us on engagement, an invoice from the wedding gown I just ordered, is that good enough? I am freaking out! I really would appreciate any help/tips any of you can give, thanks so much!
mimi and seanFemaleCanada2011-03-07 14:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports3 Day Weekends Suck!
Wow it must be the K visas that Vermont doesn't like... or maybe they just like me. *shrugs*
ChenielleFemaleJamaica2011-02-19 20:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMarch applicant waiting
Hey seems we are all waiting and waiting on our NOA2. While we are waiting any advice on how to plan a wedding with no date? LOL! wow.gif
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-05-21 21:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFrustrations of LDR and the Visa Process
So as the clock ticks and we get closer and closer to getting all our paperwork in order, I noticed something begin to happen. My fiancée lives in the UK and was from the beginning the one doing all the research and work in gathering all the information, as well as hiring an attorney for us to process everything. Me I had that "New York" attitude about the whole situation, "believe it when I see it." But now the roles have switched and I notice that I am the one talking about it more, as well as making the plans for the wedding. Now back-story is my Fiancée does have 2 children he will be leaving behind to come be with me and lord how I feel for him, because I also have 2 children and could never make that decision. But again it was his decision, one he came to on his own. He also lost his job in the UK and is very down about that situation. But I have tried to make every reassurance to him that visits with his children will be happening and consistent. That he can’t let this depression get to him about being out of work and that he needs to actively search. But there are just only so many ways I can reassure him of this without finding myself repeating it over and over. He confessed to me recently how scared he is, of the cultural change, finding a job and of course leaving his children. I am trying to be understanding I am trying to reassure him as much as possible, but he always just seems so easily frustrated. I'm trying everything possible to be understanding and it is not difficult to do as I can only imagine how overwhelming this whole process must be for him. But at times it is difficult for me to remain unbiased because while I am hearing what he is saying, I am also hearing "I can't do this." He reassures me it is not the case that change is difficult for him, that there are no questions about wanting to be with me. My frustration in seeing him like this is, will this be a vision of how it will be once he gets here. I mean I love reading the boards about visas received and marriage vows exchanged. It almost seems very "Live happily ever-after like." But reality is life is never that way and I am prepared to do that work, but am I being selfish for feeling that I can't have him drop anchor on me? I am thinking of stepping back a bit maybe not being so accessible, give him that time that he probably needs to think and process everything. Don't get me wrong we communicate and I have told him how I feel and how difficult it is to see him at times struggling with everything going on in his life. I remind him of how far he has come in life and about trials and tribulations that he has faced in his past and overcome. But all this seems to do is jolt him for a day, to do the things he needs to do. In being his partner I am prepared to be his crutch and him be mine when need be, but I am not prepared to be anyone's walker. Is this selfish of me?
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-05-26 14:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsTelephone Numbers
Does anyone know the telephone number to check the status in Vermont? I am getting very anxious, our info online shows nothing past 03/03/09. SUCKS!!!
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-07-06 10:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsCalled USCIS
Well I called USCIS and got through to an operator by claiming I was calling on a rotary phone and asking for a spanish operator (helps that I am bilingual) But still very confusing, based on the information that I am seeing here looks like approvals are coming in for the applicants from the end of February and beginning of March, 2009. But USCIS claimed they are still working on November, 2008 applications. All so very confusing blink.gif
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-07-06 11:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPPROVAL!!!!!
Application Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E)

Current Status: Approval notice sent.

On August 6, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F
PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you
move before you receive the notice, call customer service.


WE MADE IT 150 DAYS, BUT FINALLY. THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR POSTING STORIES, EXPERIENCES AND JOKES. HELPED SO MUCH TO PASS THE TIME AND NEVER FEEL ALONE. I HOPE THAT THE APPROVALS CONTINUE AND THAT SOON ME AND MY "MARCH FAMILY" CAN ALL LIFT A DRINK IN SOLIDARITY AND PARTY. OMG! I HAVE TO PLAN A WEDDING!
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-08-07 09:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 Just approved
YOU ARE AMAZING, THANK YOU smile.gif
QUOTE (NatPatBen @ Aug 13 2009, 08:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congratulations.

Here's my list of post-NOA2 steps:

1) 2 days after NOA2, starting calling NVC: 603-334-0700 press 1 then 5.
2) Once NVC has your case, they assign a new case #. Ask them what date they sent your file to the embassy & also for the NVC case #.
3) Once you know the date NVC sent off the file, track it at DHL's website: http://track.dhl-usa...?nav=TrackByRef For the reference code, enter EXP 10 JUL 2009A (adjust using dates just before the date NVC told you), with a shipping range of that day to a few days later (July 13 - July 14 worked for the example above). Look for shipments to your beneficiary's embassy.
4) To find out if the embassy processed the packet, call the Dept of State before 5pm: 202-663-1225 press 1 then 0
5) You can also call the DoS to find out your interview date once you believe the embassy has scheduled it.


Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-08-13 18:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 Just approved
We just received our notice via e-mail that our NOA2 was approved. Not sure what happens now or what I need to do on my end. Any Advice? Thanks smile.gif
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-08-11 21:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMonday
QUOTE (Cynthia&Simon @ Oct 26 2009, 08:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Simon has his interview today at 8:30am. He called me before he left and we both prayed over the phone, still have not heard from him but I do know the wait for the interview is very long. Wish all of us all the luck and love our hearts can hold smile.gif Good luck to all my March friends.


Just heard back from Simon we were APPROVED!!!

Thanks for all your support over the past 9 months and I wish speedy success to all of you smile.gif

Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-10-26 08:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMonday
Simon has his interview today at 8:30am. He called me before he left and we both prayed over the phone, still have not heard from him but I do know the wait for the interview is very long. Wish all of us all the luck and love our hearts can hold smile.gif Good luck to all my March friends.
Cynthia&SimonNot TellingUnited Kingdom2009-10-26 07:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA 2 Approved from VSC

Praise the Lord!! Thank you USCIS for reviewing and approving the petition!! We got approved today!! My fiance put on a service request yesterday and the next day we got approved. The news came via sms and email. We are looking forward to the next stage and pass the interview. To those who are waiting, good luck and please keep the faith! Your day will come! :dance:



A trillion Congratulations to you both!!! Love is in the air. I have a question for you. How long past the 5 month mark were you when your fiance put a service request? We are only about 4 days past it and for us seems like we are 4 decades past it, LOL. Thanks and congrats again.
JV&LBMaleEcuador2011-02-03 09:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsStill no NOA2!!!!
Our NOA1 is from Aug. 27. I had a friend who works for a congressman call on my behalf once and I have personally called twice. My friend was told that because of the holidays, December did not "count" toward the 5 months projection and to expect something in Feb. I personally called about two weeks ago and was told that if I did not get an answer by Feb. 27, I should place a service request. Since I'm so patient (wink) I called again yesterday and was told that a service request was untimely because I was within the 5 month projection and that I should wait two months before I call again and ask for a service request. However I see that Vermont filers around my NOA1 date are being approved these days. I hope we all get a reply really soon or I'm gonna have to call my good friend Barack to expedite things LOL! Let's hang in there, hopefully we will be able to show our fiance(e)s what a great celebration is the Fourth of July for us.
JV&LBMaleEcuador2011-02-10 16:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI don't see any NO2 approvals today

I was thinking the same thing this evening and then my phone buzzed with an sms from USCIS...email...approved!



Every day after 5 pm I give up hope about getting any news from Vermont. You say your phone buzzed in the evening. What time did you get the great news? Congratulations and good luck to yo both!
JV&LBMaleEcuador2011-02-23 13:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
I can't believe it.. WE ARE APPROVED!!! My head is spinning... so much to do before the interview. Thank you everyone for your support. This site is amazing and for everyone who is still waiting... hang in there!!
addy19FemaleIndia2009-03-27 11:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
Hi everyone...

I've been reading VJ for months.. not sure how I missed this thread. My fiance (from New Delhi) and I received noa1 on December 5th. After reading through this thread I'm feeling positive that we will get an approval soon!!!
Of course now that we are so close I'm also feeling a bit crazy. Do you think there is any chance of an RFE this late in the game? If we would have received one it would have been earlier right, or no?

Thanks everyone and hopefully we will all be celebrating soon!
addy19FemaleIndia2009-03-23 22:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI-129F(K-1) filers February 2009 VSC timelines ONLY!
Pls. post your FILING timelines without the pre-filing relationship history here so everyone can get a clear picture of the process.

2/12/2009 -I-129F mailed to VSC
2/17/2009 - check cashed/NOA 1 issued
2/20/2009-NOA1 hardcopy
6/30/09- E-mail Approval notification

[size="3"]138 DAYS ( 4 mo. 18 days )[/size]

to be continued.....


NewYorkieFemaleGermany2009-07-03 03:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsInterview over!!
Congratulations! But I thought you said you met him through friends, not in a chat room?
Alex+RFemaleBrazil2008-02-11 12:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA1 question
Yes, we checked our online. My bf gets to see a copy of the check once it gets cashed just by clicking on it in the list of items going through his account.
SapphireDreamsFemaleCanada2008-06-27 09:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsReceiving EI in the US
Try posting in the Canada forum, you'll get more responses.

Or perhaps a MOD will move this!

I know that you can collect EI when you quit your job to move to the US to be with a spouse, but I'm not sure how it works if you are already on it.
SapphireDreamsFemaleCanada2008-07-02 21:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportshow long were you together?
We met online in 1999, met in person in August 2003 and have been dating almost 5 years long distance.

We just filed for our K1 in June. When we get married, we'll have known each other for just about 10 years!
SapphireDreamsFemaleCanada2008-07-05 18:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJune 2008 VSC K1 filers
QUOTE (Cmehat @ Jul 7 2008, 04:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey Everyone!

Antonio and I sent away may 23 08 our k1 and VSC received it June 2nd 08 and we received our NOA1 June 6th 08. I wish us all the best of luck and support truly helps!

I looked on the uscis site and it says they are currently processing files as of dec 18th 07 but VJ sites say it shall take 101 days. Anyone have any input?


December 18 2007 is the oldest date they are currently working on - so if you sent have a NOA1 before that date, then they suggest you inquire about your file. That date has nothing to do with the VJ timeline estimate, which is around 100 days. That is the average time it takes to get an NOA1. Hope that makes sense.
SapphireDreamsFemaleCanada2008-07-10 21:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI129f and G325a questions
I wrote in a few boxes with the rest type because I missed them originally. I can't see it being a problem. We haven't been approved yet so I can't say for sure, but I'm not worried.

As for her job, just put her current job - if it changes I don't think it matters. I'm sure it happens all the time.
SapphireDreamsFemaleCanada2008-07-05 11:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA-2
QUOTE (kate13 @ Jul 23 2008, 08:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Received the email this morning! I think I had better start working on step number 2!

Wow, I didn't realize that I was so anxious ................I feel that I am breathing easier..............

Could any one advise if it is too ealy to make the medical appointment for my love? Also- is it necessary to pick a physician off of the list available or can another doctor do this exam...?


And.............sorry for all the questions, is the list provided here up to date?

I have never felt alone during this process- mainly because i visit this site daily and see that my concerns and fears are shared by so many.

Many thanks for those who always offer sound advise.



Congrats - Is your fiancee in Toronto? I would suggest Dr. Seiden - I know many have gone with just their packet 3 letter, so you'll need to wait until you get that. You can also ask in the Canada forum as many have gone to various Dr.'s in Canada recently.
SapphireDreamsFemaleCanada2008-07-25 09:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
God Bless VJ!!!!!!!! innocent.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 21:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
Thanks !!!! I'm actually not stressing at all right now...in the beginning I was but now, nothing...the days seem to be going so much faster now too...As far as being closer, It's a ####### shoot the way VCS is working now a days....to me, when it comes it comes...the ONLY thing that WOULD make me stress is an RFE...that would get under my skin so bad!!! Lets hope for the best...and you too Jason, hopefully VCS gets their act together and you and everybody else gets their elusive NOA2!!!!
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 21:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
It's funny how during the first couple of weeks i was so relaxed thinking, it will go by fast....but little by litle my days got longer and longer...thats whe i really started the stressing!! Thats when i just started reading and learning more about the process and how important it was to be prepared for the interview..with documentys, proof etc..... When i did this preparing it easily killed about a month to two months of the waiting time...I read and took notes, now i feel comfortable that im going to be ready for the interview and not rushing at the end...that is when i get my NOA2 blink.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 21:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
And I actually think that the one we saw yesterday was one from Saturaday which means it could have been from Friday.. wacko.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 14:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
VJ is a way better source of information, go figure that a website is better than the govt.. blink.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 13:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
Just checked the USCIS website and went to the processing times post, and as usual an automatic computer update just moved the dates they are up to from January 13th to February 13th....That's so annoying! I wish they had actual figures better than an automatic change of a date!
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 11:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
I didnt want to either but today is day 92, seems like I will.. crying.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 08:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
OK...New day...hopefully we will get some NOA2's today!!!!!!!! Go VCS and CSC!!!
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-21 08:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
LOL...so bad that there really was only one...cmon they really have to get their act together...like i have said before, i understand that this process is lengthy but i think it is getting a little out of hand.
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-20 22:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
I think there was one, who got the e mail over the weekend.. blink.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-20 20:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
nivesito, thanks...finally someone feels my agony.., all i could say to those just starting is read and keepyourself busy...i use to pull my hairs out but it does nothing to help the situation...read and be prepared for the next phase of this long road!!! Lets go VCS and CSC...Good Luck to everyone and keep your heads up!!!
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-20 19:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
Whatever the case is...VCS or CSC...just get us the %^$&* NOA2'S!!!!!!!!!
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-20 15:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
Day 91 for me wacko.gif ...Ihope im getting close.
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-20 11:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
Number 26 on the list!!!! 90 Days for me... wacko.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-19 17:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
I feel like the male version of MADONNA..When i get my next " touch" im going to feel like a virgin, touched for the very first time!!! lol... blink.gif
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-18 22:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWaiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?
Welcome, and this site is probably what will keep you sane during the wait you have ahead of you...what you should do is read up and prepare, prepare and prepare for the road ahead...make sure you have all the requirements that your specific embassy wants at the time of the interview...doing all this preparing is what kept me busy and sane when i started the process...In the beginning i was pulling my hair out , everyday seemed so lon, but then i got into the reading and things seemed to calm down....Good luck!!!!!!!!

Still waiting for my NOA2...unfortunately its the weekend again and 2 more days of no approvals, like the icing on the cake with the way VCS is taking a turtle pace in sending all of us our NOA2'S.....I really believe that CSC has gone ahead of VCS with approvals!
BYRON-LEIDYMaleColombia2007-08-18 01:42:00