ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarrying in US and moving to UK, do not want GC.

My fiance is a Swedish citizen living in Scotland while he attends University. I am an American citizen. We want to be married here, then I'll be moving to the UK on an EEA Family Permit (I think that's the one) to live with him and work while he finishes his degree. My question is, do we NEED to file for a K1 Visa since we are not seeking to obtain US Citizenship for him right now? We'll only be here for a short time after we're married (long enough for a honeymoon in the states and getting stuff packed), then heading over to Scotland. He will most likely be getting a job in Scotland or Sweden after he is finished his degree and we need to be legally married for me to go anywhere with him, I'd imagine.

Thank you for any help!

No you do not need to apply for K1 visa.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-29 03:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWith US Citizen Son


Welcome to VisaJourney

will not be a problem.. no. Also be sure to take his birth certificate with you.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 29 January 2011 - 03:17 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-29 15:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat should we do if the petitioner loss the job before NOA2?

what should we do if the petitioner loss the job before NOA2?



Before NOA2...? You don't have to do anything.. the petitioner doesnt have to be working to get an approved I-130. Later it would be important.. if he/she still isn't working then all is needed is a co-sponsor and you're set.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-30 11:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNational Visa Center Processing
thre is only only way to tell... by calling them (agent/avr)
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-30 21:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F filed, rejection notice given two weeks later. Decided to scrap USA plans for now and live in UK next few years instead
they wont cash the check... $$$ are stronger in the UK
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-30 12:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTo visit before or to be there for interview?

Thank God the big step is out of the way, but bigger ones to come! In order to make sure that our "evidence of an ongoing relationship" is intact, I really am wondering about my return to Chile. I originally wanted to return to be there for Vinko's interview, but I am wondering if it will look better if I visited between the time the I-129F was filed and the interview. The last time I was in Chile to see Vinko was in May 2010. Flying to Chile is expensive so I don't really want to do this twice. Any ideas?


Well for the ongoing relationship... it's up to you non would measured any greater than the other. But if it was me I'd go prior to the Interview and so you can also provide more recent documents to prove your relationship. If the consulate would allow you to enter then I'd say going there to be present at the interview would work just as good. Know that it is not a requirement for you to appear for the interview unless otherwise requested.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-28 11:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA-1 RECEIVED
well.. rfe may not be required.. what was missing? if you will be asked for more evidence then that can come at any time... leading up to adjudicating your case.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 02 February 2011 - 11:13 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-02 11:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForms

soo, I just want to make sure that Im not going to screw anything up.. so this may come off like a stupid question but it would ease me a little, to know for sure!

I have used the downloaded forms from the USCIS website and typed in my information (besides signiture) then printed the forms out and signed them... if I send these forms to Dallas. these are acceptable. RIGHT?!

I just have a stupid fear that these arent going to get accepted.... just want to make sure Im sending legit doccuments.
Thanks for any help.. it will ease my mind

:thumbs: :thumbs:
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-03 13:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Stamps
never heard translating passport stamps before.. i doubt that is required.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-04 02:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSPS- Delivery Confirmation on all mail!
using Fedex/Ups just creates problems/delaya. They can't deliver to PO Boxes.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-04 10:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSPS- Delivery Confirmation on all mail!
:thumbs: for delivery confirmation. This hardly happens - the first i've seen on here since i joined.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 04 February 2011 - 10:21 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-04 10:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescnu gumamit ng lawyer?
You should convert the message to English to maximize your potential responders.

A lawyer isn't necessary unless your case is complicated... To include things like deportation, multi marriages, filings etc.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 04 February 2011 - 12:38 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-04 00:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan somple explains

But they will tell you the system won't let them do it because it's "still within normal processing time" and to wait another xxx days. When we called, the front line agent said it was out normal processing time for 4 days but she couldn't put in a service request for us, that we should call after 20 days. But when we asked to speak to someone higher up, the officer was able to do it.


Good stuff ~ j and s fernandez ~ hope the tip helped the poster or anyone else to follow.
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RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 22:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan somple explains

It means that you call your service center to inquire about the status of your petition, since it is out of "normal processing time", and ask why they haven't taken any action on your case since xxxx (last update).

To do this you'll need to call your service center and after talking to representative ask to be to connected to a "higher level of customer service". They officer will put in a service request if your application has been in their system for more than 5 months.

Good luck!!!


The front line agents can submit a service request.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 21:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan somple explains

Hello,

:help:
I hear people talking about service request after 5 months waiting for NOA2 for the K1 visa. Can some one please explains it to me? I tried searching here but did not find an answer. I do not know what is the meaning of service request.

Thank you very much

A Service requests is basically an inquiry to your case to get the status. This is normally done for cases that are OUTSIDE of the processing times of 5 months or as listed for that service center. The request can be submitted through 2 channels noted below.

1. By calling USCIS and speaking with a CSR letting him/her know your case is outside the processing times and would like to know the status/hold back.
2. By Calling the Senator or other who represent your area so that a congressional request can be submitted on your behalf.

others will come along with other answers.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 05 February 2011 - 09:08 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-05 21:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much time between NOA2 approval and the actual letter?
My 2 NOA2s were delivered 5 days after notification.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-03 09:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdo i need to show engagement ring for the CO interview?
No unless requested.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-07 01:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGet married in foreign country after K-1?
You can get married however know that&nbsp;&nbsp; the VISA (K1) will be void.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US may not know about it NOW.. but they will find out... that's also visa fraud. So i would say just wait..!<br><br>You can get married however know that&nbsp;&nbsp; the VISA (K1) will now be &nbsp;void and cant be used to enter the USA.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US may not know about it NOW.. but they will find out... that's also visa fraud. So i would say just wait..!

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 10 February 2011 - 12:12 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-10 12:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion/ HELPFUL advice

OR you can always have a Legal court house marriage on the K-1, and then later have a big wedding ceramony.


What do you mean when you say have a legal marriage on a K1..? Is that possible...? wouldn't the case be tossed from K1 to CR1..?

okay.. well I wasnt going to plan an exact date.. I am really hoping that this processe wont take to much longer than 9 month.. which will be the time spand by october.. but thanks for the advice. we'll complete everything else in the 3 months after we have the visa.. I was going to go to jamaica in june and we would work on the rest of the visa together... I am sending the F-129 this week.. so ya I guess we'll just see what happens.
Thanks


Hmmmmm no October isn't possible. Vermont has picked up speed of late. i know their processing of submitted I-130s have been on the approval spree.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-13 14:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRemember me? Im still going through it?

Use this map to find the corect immigration enforcement center ICE offices
There is a page you might check once in a while to see if he is detained but I wouldn't hope for anything fast.

Where's the page..?

Applied for divorce, he would not sign and because we have property together it will cost more and take longer which is what I am in the process of doing.
Thanks!

sorry this happed to you... seeem as thou you're on top of this... informing immigration/ice, making info passes, seperation/divorce etc...

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 06 November 2010 - 09:57 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-06 09:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnothing in My Case Status

I received the NOA1 on Jan 11th, and it was accepted on Jan 6th, But when I Check My Case Status at the USCIS website it says there is no case file found.

Is this normal? or could something have gone wrong?


are you able to check your case online now..?
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-15 12:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnothing in My Case Status
I'll update you all here when mine become available online..
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-26 22:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnothing in My Case Status

well I used the code that they emailed to me on Jan 10th, So I assume it is the correct one. The email says it can take up to 7-10 days for it to show up.


now-a-days... yes it's normal.. you just gotta wait - sorry. My case NOA1 date is December 30, 2010 and the case status is not available on the website. The case is in the system JUST NOT ON the website. So if you need a case stus you'll get to get pass the "uscis block " that is still on the front end of the customer service line.

Give them about 1 month.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-01-26 22:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS Acceptance Confirmation

Our USCIS application/petition has been accepted and routed to the California Service center for processing within 7-10 days. We are supposed to received our official I-179 with the receipt Numberxxxxxxxxx. Now what... since Egypt is in turmoil at this moment. I hope they settled there government soon.


Nothing happens now... all they (USCIS) will do is review the documents to validate the relationship - nothing else!
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-03 09:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuick NOA-2

Has anyone met or seen anyone that recently got their NOA-2 in less than 5 months? If so, what center?


RIGHT NOW - Yes I would agree i would say the Vermont Service Center. This case(IR-5) was approved in 35 days without any expedition to it.
source - http://www.visajourn...97#entry4464397
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-16 03:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTwo Questions

If you are sending through the US Postal Service, you use the Dallas address. The Lewisville is for things like UPS, FedEx, DHL, I believe.

You would list her children, even if they are not accompanying her. The question says "List all children of your alien fiance(e)". It doesn't specify adult, so you list /all/ of them.


Was-sup two cats... good seeing you around. I agree with this post/reply.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-21 11:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdjudicated?

If you look at mine you will see it says February 27th - March 9th, and as you see we have already pasted the 5 month mark. You can receive sooner than 5 months or later. Things are moving slow again at Vermont Service center. Good Luck To You :)


I've never gone by that information i agree. I do hope your case will be adjudicated soon.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-23 09:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhere do we file our application?

I see that the address on the instruction form for the I-129F has changed from Vermont to Lewisville, TX. My fiance (US citizen) is a member of the military and we intend
to live in Louisiana after his deployment. Are all the petitions being sent to Texas now? And the fee is now $340 right?

IF your case will be sent by the US Postal Service then you can use the USCIS's Dallas, TX 75266 address since they have access to their P.O. Box.
IF your case will be sent by FEDEX, UPS etc then you will send your case to the Lewisville, TX 75067 address.
The fee is $340.00
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-23 02:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswait

Has anyone ever been told to wait 15 to 20 days after your k1 interview for a final result and did not keep your passport ?


They dont have to keep the visa if the case was thrown into AP.. they can request is applicant drop off the passport if necessary.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-19 00:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi129f approved in less than 1 month???

I'm here to join you on this amazing luck! I just received my approval today. I'm still trying to figure out if it's a mean trick or not.


Your case was Approval in 26 days Posted ImagePosted Image Congrats!

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RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-23 01:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi129f approved in less than 1 month???
Good Good News.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-18 00:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresaverage time between NOA2 and interview

Does Montreal handle all Ottawa applications, or is there a consulate in Ottawa??

YES - 490 PROMENADE SUSSESS DRIVE, OTTAWA, ONTARIO NOT SURE OF THE CASES THEY HANDLE THOUGH.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 25 February 2011 - 12:30 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-25 12:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresaverage time between NOA2 and interview
now that i'm thinking some consulates are back up with scheduling an interview for example in Montreal, Canada i think the current wait is about 90 months after case completion while for Jamaica it is about 30 days.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-25 11:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresaverage time between NOA2 and interview

Is there an average wait time between receiving the NOA2 and the interview?


3 months if there are no delays.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-25 10:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA 2 Hard Copy recieved within 25days from NOA1

Oops typo.

Naturalization.....What was I thinking.....Sorry


Ok .. you applied for Naturalization or a K Visa.?
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-26 02:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA 2 Hard Copy recieved within 25days from NOA1
Posted ImagePosted ImagePosted Imagecongrats... think this was the 3rd case on here to get the approval within 30 days of the NOA1 over the last 5 months i think.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-26 01:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI think I'm pregnant...
Agree with all No changes and may be a disadvantage .. There was a wife on here who told by the embassy that she cannot travel until she gave birth.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-08 12:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFIANCE VISA DENIED
Welcome to VisaJourney
sorry to hear

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 25 February 2011 - 01:13 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-25 01:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGovernment Shutdown?
They will make sensible reduction in spending and increase job growth.. Shutting down the government isnt an option.Posted Image
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-26 22:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGovernment Shutdown?
dont see this happening.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2011-02-26 22:27:00