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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A
I would follow the example on VJ.

Edited by TracyTN, 28 April 2006 - 12:28 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-28 12:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDivorce Judgment
Awww Jen. Well ya never know. They may look at it and think its the right paper, too. And if its not, then you send in what you got today for the RFE. It shouldn't be much more than a few weeks delay.

Hang in there. (F)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-28 21:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of marital status
If your fiance has not been married before, then there is nothing to prove as far as marital status. If he HAS been married before, he needs to prove that the marriage was legally terminated (divorce, annullment, or death of spouse).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-27 15:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnother Birth Certificate Question
I believe question 10 refers to people who got their citizenship through naturalization, and they want the number from their certificate of naturalization - not a number from a birth certificate (many states don't have a number on their birth certificates).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-01 13:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot interview date
Good news my prog rock friend! :)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-02 07:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReally unsure

My girlfriend who is a US citizen moved back to the US in March. I’m in the US now for the past month on vacation, spending the time with her but I’m leaving in a week. We have gotten engaged since I have been here and we are hoping to live together in the US sometime in the near future. The problem is that we’re not sure if we should go the K-1 route or hurry up and get married before I leave and file for the K-3. We are afraid that if we hurry and get married, it would appear suspicious and get denied. Any advice?

Thanks in advance


Why would getting married and applying for a K3 be suspicious? As long as you wait out the K3 in your home country, I don't see why it would be an issue.

But yes, K1s are generally faster.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-02 20:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresinclude diploma from UK college?
I'd use the photo (among other things), but don't see the point of including the diploma itself.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-03 11:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat if your visa is denied?
I know you've asked many questions here about your situation, and you get similar answers each time (i.e. consult an attorney). As Yodrak said, I would do that now. Apparently you haven't yet.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-03 14:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Extension
I would be careful about using advanced parole for a 2 year 'visit'. It may look like she was abandoning her permanent residency.

You can leave for up to 2 years

Did you read that somewhere, or are those your own words?
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-04 12:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F
Yeah, I figured that. I was just being nitpicky and pointing out to Billy that the quote referred to K3s. :blush:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-04 12:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI129F
That's great, except the OP is going for a K1.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-04 11:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPort of Entry
Yes, I believe it can change from port to port. Best thing to do is ask when you get there. Lots of them have an officer directing you towards the lines that you could query.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 11:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying a US Citizen - K1?
From the way the original post was worded, my assumption was that the OP is in Canada currently. Of course, I may be wrong! And yes, it does depend some on what precisely was asked and how the conversation went.

But how else can one interpret the lawyer's 'advice' ? -- (according to the OPs account) to skip the K1 visa, then 'cross the US border as if visiting' -- seems fraudulant to me!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 14:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying a US Citizen - K1?
Kezzie is absolutely right - IF you marry on the spur of the moment. That isn't what the OP's attorney suggested. What he suggested was flat out fraud.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 13:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying a US Citizen - K1?

First of all, I did not "take the word" of this person, I'm only stating what I have been told. Of course I'm not going to rely on what this person said. I'm not condoning doing it this way either, but at the same time the OP is a big girl and regardless of whether its illegal or not, its still is her decision. I think after all these emails she has a pretty good idea about what she should do.


I never said you took his word; I can read, so I discerned that you're in the middle of your process now.
I was saying that personally, I would not hinge my future on what one person told me, and I didn't think the already eager OP should take the word of your friend as gospel and possibly get herself in a bind later.

I am also aware that the OP is a big girl, and that it is her decision. But thanks for reminding me anyway. :thumbs: It concerns me that she doesn't seem bothered by what she is told here about it being illegal, but I'm sure she'll do what she wants to anyway, in which case, she better hope that karma is on her side during the process.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 12:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying a US Citizen - K1?

I have heard and know people who have done exactly that. Came across the border, got married and then filed their paperwork as a "spouse". I know someone who works for immigration and they don't like it but there's nothing they can do about it. You've already married a US citizen. I filed my K1 in January and then started hearing all these awful stories of it being very expensive, having to go to Montreal (I live in Vancouver) for the interview, and the amount of time it takes. I was told it could take up to 3 years!! So then I decided that if I didn't get my fiance visa by September (when kids start school) I was just going to just that and get married in Washington State. Thankfully I won't have to do that because my application is on its way to the Vancouver consolate. The people that I know that got married down there got a small fine and a slap on the hand at the interview in Seattle. Good luck with your decision.
:blink:


Taking the word of someone you know who works for immigration (in what capacity? Do they adjudicate visa applications or check passports at a POE?) just isn't something I'd rely on.

Despite that fact, what the OP is considering is illegal. The fact that she seems to be ignoring the warnings posted here and instead replies only to your post suggests she doesn't really care about the legalities.

Frankly, it might be a good idea if this topic were closed.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 12:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCanadian marrying a US Citizen - K1?

I had a long consultation with him and he stated that people get married on the spur of the moment all the time, like folks who get married in vegas. That there is no proof i intended to marry when i "crossed to visit". He advised to play it off as if i didn't know in the moment but to actually get married while there (change of plans type of thing). Note: it will be an informal ceremony not a huge wedding. I'm really concerned on what to do :unsure: . K.


'Spur of the moment' is quite a different kettle of fish from what you suggested doing in your original post. YOu would be entering with the intent of marrying and settling here, and I'm sorry, but that is illegal.

If your attorney doesn't know that, he sure isn't much of one.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Returned

pax,

Note that USMA incorrectly sent the petition to a District Office, and it was the District Office that said personal checks are not acceptable. I expect that the note was stating the local policy, not necessarily speaking for another facility.

My Sub Office also does not accept personal checks.

Yodrak


Since when are personal checks not accepted?


That sailed right past me too. Thanks for clarifying!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 08:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Returned

Since when are personal checks not accepted?


I was wondering the same thing! :blink:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-04 11:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSubmission of I-129F from abroad
If your fiancee is living in the UK and has been for a while, why not do DCF instead of a K1? Read the guides (above) about DCF and see if it would suit your case.

Edited by TracyTN, 08 May 2006 - 07:58 AM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 07:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFuzzness & KarenCee
YAY excellent news!!! :dance:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-05 14:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFuzzness & KarenCee
Aww good luck guys! We'll be thinking of ya!!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-04 09:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReceived the Case Number for Guangzhou, China
Keith! :D I am glad to read this! Been following your case from the start! I think you have gone through really quickly. I sure hope it can be adjudicated before you are deployed.

Keep us posted!!!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 10:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a twiddle! Need help and advice.
^^My friend m saves the day again! :D
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 13:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a twiddle! Need help and advice.
I suppose that could be exactly it, Y.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 13:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a twiddle! Need help and advice.

Hiya,
Tried to contact the lawyer but his busy hummmm. Anyway I'll see what I can get off him... the real law CODE NO. would be useful. Anyway He mentioned that if you came on a VWP you normally get a 3 month visa.


I thought the VWP meant you did NOT have a visa. It is 'waived' since you are visiting from one of the countries that participates in the program. All you need is the stamp in your passport - and THAT is good for 90 days.

I'm not sure this attorney understands the difference.

And Joey, DCF is certainly no 'urban legand.' :lol: That's hysterical!!! I'm not sure if it is any more of an 'expedited' process than the K1, though (have never looked at the stats - it may well be faster...meauxna where are you when I need you, LOL). Anyway, there is a section of the forum devoted to DCF - check it out!

Edited by TracyTN, 08 May 2006 - 12:50 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 12:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a twiddle! Need help and advice.
No worries. He started a few topics about the exact same thing, so its hard to keep up!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-30 20:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a twiddle! Need help and advice.
This is an older-ish thread by the OP. He already decided to go ahead with the K1.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-30 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn a twiddle! Need help and advice.
I still don't understand why you can't leave, file for the visa, and have her come visit you in the UK while you wait (which generally isn't THAT long of a time). *shrug* But, it seems like you've made up your mind to marry on VWP and adjust so I hope it all works out for you.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-21 08:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTwo I-797C notice of action?
Is this for a K1? :unsure:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 18:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat dates of emails do I put first in my k-1 petition?
I definitely would not include ALL your emails in the petition. Save that for the interview (if asked for them). All it will do at this stage is make the person reviewing your file drown in unnecessary paperwork.

I plan to state the month/year we met on the message board, and then proof that we've met in the past 2 years. Probably just an email or phone bill (spread out over the span of our relationship) or two and then that's it.

Edited by TracyTN, 08 May 2006 - 01:51 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-08 13:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresideas for evidence to show ties to UK?
What about a copy of a lease (if he's renting)?
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-01 08:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVery stressed! What should I do?

Well, I am hoping that I will get something since the congress is involved now.

- vishrit


The entire congress is involved? :o

Maybe you meant A congressWOMAN. ;)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-11 11:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVery stressed! What should I do?

one word you will learn to hate is " PATIENTS". but, later in the process this word will change to "Approved" . hang in there kid...


That or patience.

Either one.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-07 21:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVery stressed! What should I do?
This is why booking any sort of wedding (or paying a deposit) is so risky (unless you don't mind being out the money). A lawyer won't expedite anything. I'm afraid you're just going to have to wait, or contact your senators/congressmen again and try that route.

Good luck!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-07 18:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLeaving 4 the UK without the NOA2
:yes:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-10 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLive in the US short-term

And no, I didn't mean that the US goverment was going to be flexible for me, I meant that our ideas and plans are flexible since we don't know what will be possible and what will be best for us.


Yep, which is why I said, "That may be true from your point of view as far as planning".
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-12 17:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLive in the US short-term

Well, as you can see, my boyfriend and I are not sure of what exactly we'll do, just exploring options. We do plan to get married--no sooner than a year from now--and we definitely want to spend some time in the US so that he can get to know my family and culture, but how long we'll stay and when we'll go is flexible.


That may be true from your point of view as far as planning, but the US govt is less flexible about when you spend time and leave (at least for non citizens/LPRs).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-10 07:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview CANCELLED!!!!!!???????????????

A true fan as well - 2006/2007 Stanley Cup Champions! LETS GO WINGS :dance:


Well, only if they don't choke in the playoffs. ;) :blink:

To the OP, I hope the other thread gave you some feeling that you're not alone. Hang in there. (F)

Edited by TracyTN, 11 May 2006 - 05:50 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-11 17:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview CANCELLED!!!!!!???????????????
Heh heh Joey beat me to it.

What do I expect from a Red Wings fan? ;) :P

Edited by TracyTN, 11 May 2006 - 01:21 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-05-11 13:20:00