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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChecking Status Online
BTW you might want to edit out your full name from your post, just for safety's sake.

If you can't edit your post anymore, PM Captain Ewok and he can remove it for you.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-28 14:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI have found the missing link!



I came to this conclusion after I was fortunate enough to take a tour of the CSC facilities, and see our finest, hard at work plugging away at our petitions. Frankly, I'm quite surprised we are not seeing a more massive amount of petitions being approved. I don't get it...



LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey, is that a romance novel on that guys desk?? See, they really do care about love!!!


I think so, and the guy below him has pictures of every couple he's approved in the past 2 years.... bless his heart


He couldn't possibly. That's FAR too many couples who have been approved in 2 years time! :lol:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-28 13:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F question
My understanding is that they want any old A # associated with the alien (student/work visa or previous K1).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-29 19:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfiancee's friend is already here after filing 1 month after us
There's no need in comparing your case with anyone else's case.
You'll drive yourself nuts if you do it. Each case has its own 'life', dependant on tons of different factors, which means one couple may very well get through faster than you.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-31 07:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChange of countries??
I'd hate for any of us to make 'guesses' as to the answers. Who is the USC - you or your fiance?
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-31 09:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOMG! We are approved!
Aww Jen, I'm SO pleased for you - I know how long you've been waiting to get to this point.

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! :dance:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-01 07:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLeaving the country...
1.) There's absolutely no reason she can't come visit you while the application is pending, even if she didn't live with her folks and have someone checking her mail (though its great she does cos then she's sure that something won't get lost!). In fact, its probably easier for the USC to travel during the petition phase - no worries about possible POE denials because of a K1 petition pending.

2.) There's also no reason that you can't visit Europe. Just don't get arrested for anything, LOL.

3.) No, you aren't waiting for the GREEN CARD before you can travel. You are waiting for Advanced Parole, which is part of the AOS process. Its hard to estimate how long that can take to receive, but I'd guess 3-6 months. If for some reason something happened (god forbid) and you'd need to travel home, you can apply for emergency advanced parole with the local office (not sure if they'd consider a honeymoon outside the States as an 'emergency' though). But cross that bridge when/if you come to it.

Good luck on your journey!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-01 07:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking
You must obtain EAD - employment authorization - which is routinely done through the AOS process. You can apply for AOS (and thus the EAD) only after you have married. The time it can take to get it can vary, but its best to plan for a few months of being jobless.

Yes, you can (and should) get an SSN upon entry to the US (usually takes about 2 weeks to appear in their system) but that alone does not authorize one to work.

Temporary EAD can be obtained at JFK (if you use that as your POE) but it is only valid for 90 days. After it expires, you would need the regular EAD in order to continue work. As it can take longer than 90 days to obtain EAD, there is probably little benefit in having the temporary (unless your fiancee is lucky enough to find a job before she arrives in America).

All of this is in the Guides section of this site.

http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1k3ead
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-02 07:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about fiance's long middle name
My fiance has two middle names. His will fit on the G325a but not the I 129f. So I am going to put a sheet right behind the I 129f in my petition package and label it as a supplement to the relevant part/question on the I 129f (I think its part a, question 1 if memory serves) and type out his full name - including both middle names - there. I will also include the supplement sheet in the list that I have on the cover letter (showing the petition contents).

I think he K1 guide mentions something about how to do supplementary forms - that might help you, too (can't remember where it is in there exactly).

I have no idea what that quote is about! :lol: But it looks more like its discussing your mailing address than a name.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-02 14:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage before K1 Interview
So instead of moving a wedding, you're going to lie at the FIANCE visa interview? What happens when you go to file AOS paperwork and they just so happen to notice that the date of your marriage was before you even had the visa interview?

My guess is you'd be sent home with a nice ban to the US to boot.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-29 15:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP: My fiance (the petitioner) forgot to include the G-325A forms.

I haven't heard of any 'success stories' where someone's missing paperwork caught up to the petitioner's file.... can't hurt to send it in, but I would be prepared for the RFE which is inevitable.

Jen


:yes:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-03 12:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129 F and G-325 A
There's really not anyway you can guarantee that you won't get an RFE. Even if you send in everything they ask for, its possible that an adjudicator may misplace something and then they need you to resend it.

Do your best to include everything and then hope for the best.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-31 07:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129 F and G-325 A
Sorry for the confusion, I did not realize you are the foreign fiancee. :blush:

As others have said, just be sure you are consistant on each form about what you list for employment.

Edited by TracyTN, 24 July 2006 - 05:27 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-24 17:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129 F and G-325 A

Thank you very much for your answers. does anyone know why they want the information of employment? do they check it? I used to be a student and work just for a year now, so I payed taxes just in one job, because the others where only for a few hours so I did not have to pay....


Pretty simple as to why they want to know - they want to make sure the foreign fiance/e won't need to use public funds when they arrive in the US. If your income is not adequate to ensure that, then you will more than likely need a co sponsor. So yes, they do 'check' in so far as you have to prove that you can support him - this happens at the interview phase. The information you supply about the employer on the G 325 A will obviously need to match what you state at the interview phase (within reason, in the event that you may change jobs).

Surely you learned that in your research (particularly if you perused the K1 guide on this site)?

Edited by TracyTN, 24 July 2006 - 03:44 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-24 15:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo I even need a K1 as a Canadian?

Am I the only one that is wondering about the veracity of the OP?


:no: and Posted Image
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-04 13:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport photos question - headscarves?
You're right, worrying doesn't help - but it DOES help to think of all potential entanglements of your case. Shows that you're not just on 'cruise control' and that you're giving serious thought to your case! :)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-31 20:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport photos question - headscarves?
Nah, it wasn't an annoying question at all. I had to dig a little to find it.

I wouldn't worry about the 'inconsistancy' in your photos together and the passport photo - but I'm probably not the best authority. :blush:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-31 19:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport photos question - headscarves?
THIS LINK says to wear religious headwear if they are worn daily, but that it should not cast shadows on the eyes (or any part of the face).

Hope that helps!

Edited by TracyTN, 31 July 2006 - 06:37 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-31 18:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLong time for NOA 1

My wonderful much beloved in the US sent our forms off on the 13th of last month and we are still waiting for the NOA1. We are both starting to get a bit worried about this, not only cause it will keep us apart longer but her birth certificate is in there so that would be a real hassle having to get one again and take even longer. Please someone tell me that this may be an unusually long time to wait but it doesn't mean there is a drama. We've been apart to long as it is. :help:


That does seem a bit longish, but Nebraska isn't the fastest service center and also IMBRA could have slowed things down a bit. Did she send a check and has it been cashed? If you're really concerned and since its been more than 30 days, I'd be inclined to call and check on it.

She didn't send a copy of her birth certificate? Originals are not required with the petition. At any rate, she can likely order another one on the internet. Shouldn't take that long.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-07-30 11:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes having child with fiancee mean auto approval?
Posted Image





(Come on, admit it. Deep down, you wanted the popcorn man...!)


:lol:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-07 12:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGood news and bad news
The USCIS is practically famous for misplacing documents! I'm just glad you're over this hurdle, Keith!

Best of luck, as always, to you and Xiang.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-23 11:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhich Visa To Use?
Japan does not spring to mind as a high fraud country, no.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-24 11:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhich Visa To Use?

Either way, when your divorce is finalized, you can file. It appears that K-1 visa petitions filed very close after a divorce can raise a "red flag" with USCIS. However, your lengthy separation prior to divorce, will help. On the other hand, if your soon to be ex is using "adultery" as the basis for the divorce, that could also pose problems.


I've not heard of the USCIS making moral judgments based on the timing of a divorce and a subsequent K1 petition. If that were the case, there would be LOTS of VJers having issues in that respect!

Although I'm sure other extenuating circumstances (perhaps using a marriage broker or a very short relationship prior to engagement - possibly even having a fiance/e from a 'high fraud' country) could certainly raise some red flags.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-24 10:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnother End of the Road
I'm just so sad to read this, digbeezgrl. :( But I think if you are calling yourselves 'the Bickersons', it is probably best that you end it now before you two grow to really resent one another. That's not what marriage is about.

Best of luck to both of you. (F)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-23 10:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresanyone over 200 days?
Once they receive the info for this RFE, I'd give it some time and if you still hear nothing, it may be time to call your congressman or senator (if you haven't already).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-25 14:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat it again???

it will kill me
what they want to know :crying:


I don't know, but I'm sure you'll find out when you receive it in the post!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 12:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat it again???
Unfortunately, you can receive more than one RFE. :(
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 12:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWell!
^^ :lol:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 13:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWell!
Good thinking, Cass!

I betcha those 'metal clip things' are quasi famous the Acco fasteners. :) ;)

I'd be curious to read a step by step list of how they arranged it (your post did give me some sort of picture though) along w/ the photos - might come in handy for all of us!!

Edited by TracyTN, 29 August 2006 - 12:46 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 12:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOne more question
The only reason I can think that you might need the beneficiary's passport is if you are using passport stamps from that passport as proof of having met in person in the last two years.

If you have other evidence that you can use for that purpose, there is no need to have the beneficiary's passport at this point.

Edited by TracyTN, 29 August 2006 - 09:47 AM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 09:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWould they deny visa


Probably a dumb question, but I have no clue if you are the USC or the foreign fiance/e....?

yea i am a foreign national. dont people do the late birth registration?


I'm not sure.

I hope the link shalz provided is helpful. Otherwise, I'd ask this question in the 'regional discussions' section of this site for Japan.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 08:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWould they deny visa
Probably a dumb question, but I have no clue if you are the USC or the foreign fiance/e....?
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 08:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFor your enjoyment
Thanks for the photos, esp. of the wonderful Acco fasteners. :thumbs:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 18:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWe have our interview date!!!
Great news, Keith!!! :dance:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-30 08:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOver 140 days & Congressional Inquiry/Media

but the signatures of people who have not been waiting 6 months will do nothing. you could start a "we've been waiting 3 months petition" ?


Are they going to check which persons on the petition actually have a case that's taken 6 months plus?

Edited by TracyTN, 29 August 2006 - 03:30 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-29 15:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFeel like I could cry...please help
London's standard answer is that it will be 8-12 weeks from their receipt of packet 3 to schedule an interview. 4-6 weeks is more likely. I'd be very surprised if he would 'suddenly' get an interview date and be unlikely to make it, but in that event, I'm sure you could email the consulate, explain the situation w/ the baby, and get your interview rescheduled.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-28 14:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFeel like I could cry...please help

When I was researching my K-1 or K-3 options, I have been advised by someone who used to be an immigration lawyer that the best way to get your fiance in is to have them come over on tourist visa and get married here. First of all that is NOT illegal. They are here legally on a tourist visa. I don't see how that could get illegal if they suddenly got married. I thought your visa only said "Not allowed to work" it never said "Not allowed to fall in love and get married."



You're right - that is NOT illegal.

What is illegal is coming here on a tourist visa WITH THE INTENT to marry, then staying and adjusting status.
The burden of proof is on the couple to prove that was not the intent when entering the US. If you cannot prove it, you've then bought yourself a ban. Not worth it in my opinion, esp. when the fiance visa is a relatively quick process (esp. from VWP - visa waiver program - countries).

Since the OP is preganant, I'd say there is a high likelihood of marital intent, which would be a fradulent use of the VWP -- and therefore not an option for them.

Edited by TracyTN, 28 August 2006 - 12:29 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-28 12:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFeel like I could cry...please help
I agree that you *might* get the fiance visa by March 07 - but if not, just have him use the visa waiver program for a visit as suggested, and yes, have him bring ties to home in case he is questioned thoroughly at the POE.

:thumbs:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-28 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureschanging service centers if I move
I've never read where a change of address suddenly causes a change in service centers - at least not when your case is already in the pipeline. It'd be more work for them to dig out your file and send it to the new service center then to just update your address on file.

Plus, whose to say that you wouldn't go from the middle of the line at the old service center to the back of the line at the new service center?

Edited by TracyTN, 31 August 2006 - 12:27 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-08-31 12:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHerpes--waiver?
Found this about health related waivers: "an alien who is determined (in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services) to have a communicable disease of public health significance, which shall include infection with the etiologic agent for acquired immune deficiency syndrome."

http://travel.state....ities_1364.html

I don't think that Herpes classifies as a "communicable disease of public health significance". TB, yes, but not Herpes. Or as you said, unless your fiance was planning to colonize the US singlehandedly. ;)

Edited by TracyTN, 02 September 2006 - 09:23 AM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-09-02 09:21:00