ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresreasons for slow processing??!!!
Knight, see the post above yours...
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-29 13:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWedding and Reception!!!
You can get married where ever and whenever you choose, so long as it is in the US when she arrives.

Personally, I would be very careful about putting down any sort of down payment on a location for the wedding. You may be out that $$ if the visa process takes longer than you anticipate (and it often does).

Best wishes!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-28 12:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLittle evidence of having met
I guess if that's all you have, that's all you have. Personally, I would go visit her again (or have her come here), save the boarding passes and passport stamps, and then file. One photo and one train ticket (which proves what, I dunno) may well cause you - at best - a delay or worse, a denial.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-31 13:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAge Difference


Why would 3 years difference be an issue?

My fiance is 6 years older than me, and I'm not the least bit concerned.

The issue is when the wife is older--CO's HAVE been known to ask RFE's (or even push to AR) on this.

When husband is older, it will sail through scrutiny (yes, it is a double-standard--but not much you can do when such a standard is applied by someone with "authority")



Hmm, interesting!!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-27 12:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAge Difference
Why would 3 years difference be an issue?

My fiance is 6 years older than me, and I'm not the least bit concerned.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-27 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview date!
Good news! :dance:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-03 12:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTo marry or not to marry..that is my question!
Because the burden of proof is on the couple to prove that there was no intent to marry when the foreign fiance/e arrives in the States. Isn't a risk that lots of people are willing to take.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-03 20:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow do you deal with loneliness?
Ditto the webcam plus Skype. It makes a difference to be able to see his face and hear his voice every night. Just comforting somehow. (L)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-03 10:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshelp, i'm a newbie
If you'll click on 'embassy info' at the top of this page, you can find each consulate by country name. Their email addresses are on the info page.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-04 12:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmergency Expedite k1 visa request
Great news, Keith! Let us know about any updates!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-04 12:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmergency Expedite k1 visa request

Well as of this moment I am still a "civilian soldier", what this means is that I have to be prepared for almost anything at a moments notice. Being "part-time" military I'm not entitled to the privilages of JAG, though I may be wrong, I'll contact my unit to see what more can be done. We're on "alert" orders for the deployment, I'm sure that if the "true" orders were cut the emergency expedite would be a sure thing. By the time that the actual orders will be cut this leaves very little time for the USCIS office to act upon the request.

The bad thing about this is that me and my fiancee want to start our family before I get deployed, if she's not here before my deployment this will risk our chances of conceiving and having our baby by waiting the additional 1 - 2 years. It would be nice if a law could be established whereas military members can have a proxy for marriage purposes, this way I could marry her while serving my country in Iraq. Doesn't help in conceiving and having our baby but sure would help knowing that I was finally married to her not just in our hearts but also on paper.

Thanks,
Keith


Oh I see. Well, I would still contact your unit and see if there are any other avenues available to you (that they know of). These days, 'alert' orders can turn into 'actual' orders pretty quickly. And hey, 'part time' military still counts in my book. :thumbs:

I sure hope you can get everything organized and get her here on your timeline. :) Best of luck to you and your fiancee, and during your deployment. (F)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-29 16:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmergency Expedite k1 visa request
Thank you for your service to our country. :)

I believe what you have already done is the best way to expedite the (otherwise slow and painful) K1 process. Is there possibly someone you could contact with JAG, as well?
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-03-29 15:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReply From London Regarding Our Circumstances
"On receipt of a date for the formal visa interview please notify us of her name."

Based on this sentence, I would email/phone them with your mom's name whenever you receive an interview date at the consulate - and not before then.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-04 15:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDone and Over
I'm very sorry to read this, Chrystal. I think Rebecca said exactly what I would say. I hope you find some solace in knowing that you gave it your best shot, and in the end, it wasn't your fault that any of this happened.

Hang in there. (F)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-05 07:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot it!
Heh heh I love that song too!

Way to go guys!!! :dance: Congrats!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-04 15:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdifference between k1 and k3
Getting your permanent resident status could take up to two years (dependant upon a lot of other factors), but not the travel document (Advanced Parole).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-05 13:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdifference between k1 and k3
Yes, you can visit the US while a K1 is in process. Bring proof of ties to your home country (letter from employer or landlord, return ticket, bank statements, etc). The fact that you'll have to return to the UK for the visa interview also helps.

If in doubt, have your fiancee visit you in the UK instead.

Edited by TracyTN, 04 April 2006 - 02:05 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-04 14:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpired Passport
^^ :yes:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-05 08:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust getting started.
To my knowledge, not at the petition stage, m.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-05 12:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisiting fiance' with our son on a B2 or VWP
Yup, that too, sriniv!
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2006-04-06 09:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Gives us SECOND RFE!!

These RFE's are bogus and BS. I just don't get whats going on with NVC right now. How can the people picking up the phone there have no clue or be unable to give us even any hint as to why it wasn't accepted or even know whats happening with our file. Now they are guessing what could be problem not giving us a clear shot answer.. Frustration is an under statement for how I am feeling right now.

Any Suggestions?

:ranting: :ranting:



no need to get mad at the persons answering the phones... dl u know how call center work goes..? the persons that are processing the cases etc have not contact with customer (us) and when we call in we speak with the frind line agents whp u get mad with ... when they dont have anything detailed to tell you AS to WHYYY you got a RFE if their co-worker/s did not up date the file with details notes/instructions for the applicant/petitioner etc. Do u think they dont have to give you an answer or feel embarassed when they have to tell you they dont know why you got a RFE? Be Human

All the best to you getting mad wont help u much especially if the wife is actin out to NVC supervisors... :whistle: you'll never know why the RFE was generated.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-22 23:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCan I delay timing between I-130 and interview?
agree with the information above.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-22 01:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 won't load
i had that problem as of the last week or so.. but didnt matter to me. I was using Chrome.. but worked with Explorer.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-30 21:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSending Pictures with I-130 Petition

Outside required photos I sent colored pictures of us signing marriage document
hope this is bona fide enough :devil:

Signing the marriage cert. isnt "bona fide" enough. Everyone who gets married must do this. Just being married does nothing. You provide a marriage certificate - yes .... Then you have to support the relationship with evidence - yes.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 01 February 2011 - 07:17 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-01 19:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCo Sponsor

Ok here we go again well last year I filed for my husband and due to the fact that I was unemployed for part of 2009 my yearly income tax was low for 2009 and not enough for the income guideline even though I was making enough in 2010 so I had to get Co Sponsor because in JA they only look at the tax papers so now I'm filing for my step daughter and I just filed my 2010 and it is more than enough do u think that I will need a co sponsor again? I emailed the embassy about 4 times asking this question and have gotten no reply. Thanks in advance


First - dont email the embassy 4 times asking such question. No co-sponsor is needed id you met the income requirement.

You petitioned for your husband and you're now petitioning for a child. You will be required to have the income of $22,887.00 to support you all (3).. for any additional person you are responsible for add $4,675 and you need to earn least that amount. if you have sponsored ANY immigrant who is not a citizen or worked 40-credits then you count them in as your household.. if you only sponsored your husband then ignore it.

your reference -
http://www.uscis.gov...form/i-864p.pdf

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 02 February 2011 - 03:08 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 15:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresneed advice / dont trust my husband anymore

I am so sorry men are bastards..anyways I would involve financial stuff into it...and I would talk to the ither women and trick her and make sure I am convinced...Its not abt bringing someone to US its abt u being used for someone else's happiness....If I were u i would take more time to be sure how much love is involved from other side..
Best of Luck deal it with patience...keep ur eyes and ears open at all times


And were are yours from..? :bonk: :bonk: :bonk: :bonk: :bonk:
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 14:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Document
Same applies for J.a.m.a.i.c.a. If it is expired at time of the interview trust and believe a new police report will be required.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-03 20:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Document

OK--so I wasn't very polite--I stand corrected, and chastised--sorry folks--didn't mean to offend, but what works in Colombia may not work in Brazil which may not work in Georgia or CR.

I really am sorry--didn't mean to step on toes.

And Ricardo, the five month thing is kind of an urban myth, isn't it ??? :thumbs: :secret:

it's not written and if it was said many times before yes it'll be a myth. If they can get a PCC a month prior to the NVC and fly thru then that would be kool.... but it's best when at the nvc state.. guess would make for a earier transition at the embassy/consulate... but as long as it's not expired thought.

keep in mind that anything an happen from the time it's issued and accepted by the NVC.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 20:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Document

Come on folks...this is also simple.

Why ask the folks here who all have different experiences from different countries when you can just make a couple of calls in your home country and get everything you need.


I see one person who's confused as to the PURPOSE of this site..! Hey it's to ask and be advised and so he's given the information since that is what the poster did - he understood. The question was NOT when it expires question is is it tooo soon.. and just in case you dont know.. it's not advised to get a police report est. 5 months before you get to that stage. SMH

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 02 February 2011 - 07:58 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 19:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Document

When putting the packet together don't you want to have it prepared before??
If I wait for NVC stage it takes 30 days for her mail to come express

That would be nice.. but think if you request a police report anything can happen between now and the next 5 months when you complete the NVC Stage. You want the documents to be dated as close to the processing of the particular documents. If there were not such requirements then we could have all the forms prepared weeks, months before the case is completed.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 19:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Document

We are 2 months into the I-130 Process.. My wife has all the original documents, translation and all are apostled. I was wondering how soon she can obtain police document.. It takes about 30 days for mail to arrive from Georgia to the US.. I wanted to have all documents here and ready to go.. I just didn't know how soon she could make the police document.....

you should hold off untill you are at least at the NVC stage.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 19:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Process for Minors

Correct me if I am wrong but for any kid who is a minor( under18 years) the petitioner needs to file I-864W instead of the regular I-864 which we file for the primary beneficiary which would be the spouse. I don't know if there is a waiver for AOS fee too.



No.. there's no waiver as long as the form is being reviewed in the USA then the fee applies.
You are correct the AOS document used will be the I864W because since the Petitioner is a US Citizen then the child will become a U.S. citizen immediately upon entry into th USA under the Child Citizenship Act of 2000 (CCA)

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 04 February 2011 - 11:30 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-04 11:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Process for Minors

I filed an I-130 for my 1 year old son, and i'm wondering if his application would be processed the same way as CR-1/IR-1 applicants are once the application is approved and sent to NVC.

Yes it will be - nothing changes.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-04 10:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApproved...but
:thumbs:
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 23:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase Status on USCIS website
At the same time.. just checked USCIS's website and it is current down for maintenance so who knows your case might just be available after this update.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 21:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase Status on USCIS website

We got our first NOA with a priority date (don't know what that means) of January 10, 2011. I tried checking on our case status on the USCIS website but it says that the number doesn't exist. I checked to make sure that I had the right number. Is this typical and how long does it take for us to be able to check on the status.

I know some of you are much further down in the process and I salut you because this waiting thing is a huge challenge both for me and my husband!!!

Thanks for all your help!!


It means your case is not online. This can be corrected .. you should call USCIS at the number on the notice of action and speak with the agent... YOU SHOULD.. YOU MUST speak with someone else so ask a supervisor then let the person know that you're unable to check your case status and so would like to be able to do it online so you dont have to call in and as part of their commitment. Ask that they send an email to the service center where your case was transferred.

best of luck
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 21:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase Status on USCIS website

Alot of couples that filed anywhere from end of Oct till present doesn't work..i have called twice they told me both times anywhere from one month until maybe never because there has been errors in entering the info or they just don't have to put your case online:( what is important is your paper noa 1..so keep it ..its only proof you have they got it:) Good luck on your journey!!


there is Always a work-around for those who go after it..


http://www.visajourn...ost__p__4436436
http://www.visajourn...ost__p__4446556
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 21:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJust got approved and have 3 questions!!!

Thank you guys very helpfull

So my understanding is to wait 10 days and then call NVC to get and IIN numbers ? After getting those numbers i have to go payment portal and sign in with case and IIN numbers to pay AOS fees. at the same time i will submit the DD-3032 .

Please tell me this is correct procedure


thx again


our cases were assigned NVC case numbers 15 days after USCIS's approval. Think i called them 2-3 days after the case #s were assigned and provided parents and my email addresses . This was received 5 days after ALONG with the Invoice to pay the AOS fee.

You can call them ANY time after approval and provide them your USCIS case number the operate CAN tell you if the case was scanned in or if it was opened as yet.

** You have to wait for the Invoice/Bill that will contain your invoice # that you must use along with the NVC case number before you can pay the bill. You can email your DS-3032 or send it in the form.

hope this helped
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 23:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJust got approved and have 3 questions!!!
<br><br><font face="Arial Black"><u>Welcome to VJ</u></font><br><font face="Arial Black"><u><br></u></font><br><font face="Arial Black"><br></font><br><font class="Apple-style-span" face="Arial">Case number could be assigned in 10-30 days after&nbsp;&nbsp;adjudication.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can ONLY submit the DD-3032 after your case number have been assigned otherwise it's just going to be out there if sent - unassigned. After it is sent ..&nbsp;&nbsp;you&nbsp;&nbsp;may/may not receive a auto reply message ..&nbsp;&nbsp;it was not&nbsp;&nbsp;the case back in July 2010. <br><br><br>Your AOS/IV fees will will be generated after the DS3032.. this can be even if the COA have not been assigned/choosen. </font><br><br><br>

Welcome to VJ
Case number could be assigned in 10-30 days after adjudication. You can ONLY submit the DD-3032 after your case number have been assigned otherwise it's just going to be out there if sent - unassigned. After it is sent .. you may/may not receive a auto reply message .. it was not the case back in July 2010.


Your AOS/IV fees will will be generated after the DS3032.. this can be even if the COA have not been assigned/choosen.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 05 February 2011 - 07:22 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 19:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase Complete
Posted Image All you can do now is wait
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-08 11:44:00