biggish data

is csc open on saturdays

agree.. no

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-06-25 07:44:00

K3 Visa

They said that her answers and my answers to the questions does not match.

Case will be Reviewed at USCIS... answers do not match... possible fraud suspect.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-06-28 09:26:00

CR1 Visa

How long does it take to get a letter after your file was sent back to NVC?

a letter..? were you denied?

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-01 23:51:00

STARTING I-130 PROCESS

is there a SET fee for the total i-130 processing...i paid $420 when i send in the i-130/g325a

yes!

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-02-05 14:39:00

STARTING I-130 PROCESS

sorry not sure what is up with the first post

Well you received acknowledgement good..! Now the next step/action is from USCIS (adjudicating your case) which may take 5-7 months After that the case is transferred to the NVC where THEN you will make payments of $88.00 ( AOS) and $404 (IV) and send in the associated forms/proofs after which an interview would be scheduled and medical assessment completed.

read up on the flow at the following link

http://www.visajourn...tent/i130guide1

http://www.visajourn...nal_Visa_Center

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-02-05 14:13:00

STARTING I-130 PROCESS

<br>HI, I AM A US CITIZEN, RECENTLY MARRIED, I AM FILING FOR MY WIFE, SHE IS CURRENTLY IN INDIA. I HAVE SEND THE I-130/G325A ON JANUARY, RECIEVED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT BY JAN 30TH, I WANT TO KNOW WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP IN THE PROCESS, IF ANYONE ELSE HAS BEEN DOWN THIS SAME PATH, PLEASE HELP ME OUT. I AM CONFUSED ABOUT WHAT IS NEXT AND THE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH IT. I WOULD APPRECIATE IF THE FELLOW FORUM USERS HERE CAN ASSIST ME IN THIS MATTER.<br>

<br><br> Well you received acknowledgement good..!  Now the next step/action is from USCIS (adjudicating your case) which may take 5-7 months After that the case is transferred to the NVC where THEN you will make  payments of $88.00 ( AOS) and $404 (IV) and  send in the associated forms/proofs  after which an interview would be scheduled and  medical assessment  completed.<div><br><br>see flow below<br><a href="http://www.visajourn...uide1</a></div>

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 05 February 2011 - 02:12 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-02-05 14:09:00

I 130 petition

what do u mean ricardo?

Supporting of illegal immigration activities... Marriage fraud.... Having a friend who is in it to gain and keep up with the nonsense.. Then wonder why they get denied but the friend/family got through. They follow a no tell policy... Then they get stuck.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-05 10:43:00

I 130 petition

Sus I agree with you on that one. I think one or two things did happen. Either they thought the marriage was fake bcuz of the HUGE age difference or the husband said something for them to implied that the marriage is fake. It is unfortunate that the CO's hold our future in their hands but it is their job to weed out valid and invalid marriages the sad thing about it is, sometimes they get it totally wrong.

yep and our family/friends make it harder for us... smh Posted Image

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-05 07:47:00

I 130 petition

you have much replies at - > http://www.visajourn...ost__p__4761241

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-04 14:55:00

HELP

If ever the USCIS needs some RFE from your I-130 how long will it takes for you to be notified after the NOA1? Please share some advice thanks...

days... weeks..months.... (not a bracketed time frame). it is when the file is reviewed and the case file lacks the required documents that a RFE is kicked out

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-08 01:11:00

IR-1 or CR-1

Hello,

Our case has been approved. I just need to find out if they're going to issue my wife an IR-1 visa or a CR-1 visa. We got married back in 2008, but our marriage certificate wasn't issue until 2010. Does this mean we've been married for two years or not?

issue date and marriage date are separate and would be a IR/1 since the marriage was 2+ years ago. The issue date can change anytime a document as it says is - issued.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-20 18:33:00

administrative review

I was put on administrative review because I got divorce and married in the same month.

seems logical... it's not normal for people to divorce today and get married in 1-4 weeks. Definitely hope this wont be a drawn out process.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-08 08:41:00

ROUND TRIP OR ONE WAY??

I know when I filed for my husband for his fiance visa,it was said thah when approved he would need a RT ticket to the states.When we got married last year, I had to re file an I-130 and we are almost at the interview stage with that application and I am wanting to know if he will still be required to get a Round Trip ticket or will One Way be ok since we are doing the CR1 visa??

you can do whichever you feel is cheaper...

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-20 18:31:00

I-130 petition

of late.. a comon practice.. yes i'd say

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-07-25 23:31:00

pregnancy

~~Sure...their health care is so good there that the PM comes to the States to have an operation done.~~

Sarcastic comment...?? Not called for.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-07 11:22:00

pregnancy

If you are really lucky maybe she will have it in Canada, think of the cost savings! In the usa it costs about $2,000 or more total and insurance won't cover very much of it . So hopefully you guys can have the child in Canada, be very thankful for being able to live in such a great country such as Canada

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-07 08:22:00

CR! need information

the NVC wont need the I-864 from me?

No one said they will not request the I864... we said that the applicant will not be sent the Form I864 because it will be useless since it should be sent to the NVC

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-14 12:11:00

CR! need information

I was wondering if I have to send my spouse a affidavit of support on the CR1? On the petition it was ok but i want to make sure if she needs it so i can send her my tax returns and the I-864 or the I-134. We are already approved but i want her to have all the proper paper work before hand.

The Affidavit of Support is sent to the NVC .. not to the applicant.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-14 11:52:00

Just Like Starting Over

Thanks Ning, do you mean there's no chance of getting a Returning Resident Visa (SB-1) in this case or that the visa itself does not exit? My wife's sister will be our co-sponsor should we need one.

http://travel.state..../info_1333.html i have not reviewed the eligibility for returning residents to know if you all qualifies. IF u must go this route its super fast. if u must start the process over expect 8-10 months to completion.

Thanks Ning, do you mean there's no chance of getting a Returning Resident Visa (SB-1) in this case or that the visa itself does not exit? My wife's sister will be our co-sponsor should we need one.

JUST FOR REVIEW

http://www.immihelp.com/greencard/returning-resident-visa.html

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-07 11:36:00

Just Like Starting Over

~~There is no returning resident visa.~~ Who said so..?

The USC will have to petition for a C R 1 for you because you gave up your green card. The process will not change. It will probably take about 10 to 12 months to get the visa. The USC will need to provide the support docs therefore need U S job & or a co sponsor in the USA. That wont be required for about 6 months or more.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-07 11:32:00

How Soon should i File I-130

Congrats on your marriage and welcome to VJ.You can start filing as soon as possible, you have a child together so that's a big plus and you must have photos from your pass

that 2 year thing is only for K-visas not for someone with a wife/husband and having the baby isnt as much of a plus as many might that.. all it says is there was a sexual exchange. research how many have been denied EVEN having 2 children... since that says nothing about a valid marriage tho is helps somewhat.

Hey Guys,
I'm new to this site and just have a couple question. I currently got married as in a week ago. I don't know but suddenly this site had made me very nervous to file my paperwork. My husband is in the military and we have a one year old son he got his cbra and us passport recently. This year makes 4 years since we are together but only married a week. it seems like I have to prove the validity of our marriage and that i might be turned down especially the 2 year stipulation. Should I wait a while for him to sign up the I-130 or not. I am currently being added into the military system. Please let me know or am I just nervous for nothing.

file can be file as soon as you think you have enough evidence to convince the immigration officer.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-17 12:56:00

Police Clearance

Do you have to get a police record for every district you live in or just one would be good when going on your interview??

It varies by country like Canada. You will need just one for Jamaica to cover your history there.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-21 12:29:00

i wana come back

** my parents entered the USA on December 20, 2010 and left within 2 weeks on january 5, 2010. My mother returned to the USA on may 17 2011 and left on May 20, 2011 So within 4 months. They asked her some questions if she was working in the USA...POE was Miami. My father is going on 7 months as of August 5 and will enter the USA on August 31, 2011 and left on Sept. 5, 2011 POE will be Ne York (JFK).. lets see how that goes.
** My mother and father left in janaury without the greencard in hand and my mother came back in May with the TEMP. Stamp. .. no issues.. my father will use the green card. **

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 21 August 2011 - 03:49 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-21 15:46:00

i wana come back

Scott & Mary--

There is ABSOLUTELY no reason to wait for the green card--the stamp in the passport gives you all the rights and responsibilities of the actual card, and it is good for one year. You may personally be nervous about not having the actual card, but there is zero risk using the stamped passport.

you nailed it again... Posted Image

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-21 15:42:00

i wana come back

You can leave immediately. The I-551 stamp you will get in your passport is a temporary green card. No need to wait for the actual card.

correct

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-21 15:40:00

Line 21 does not specify address in U.S., I used my wife's address in China on my I-130, technically you have lived together ( at your parents home) the line does not ask whether you own the residence or not, they are asking at what address you lived together at. When he visits, you and him live together at your parent's address. If you need evidence have your parent's prepare an affidavit stating he stays there when he visits.

Visiting and living are two different things.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-21 01:22:00

SO IS IT NA OR WE HAVE NOT YET LIVED TOGETHER. TOTALLY CONFUSED NOW. BY THE WAY IM NOT SHPUTING JUST WORKING INN CAPS. SORRY

you'll get other feed back soon.. hold out

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-19 23:25:00

Check out post #4 in this thread, it's where I got the statement I gave to the OP.

The question is applicable, do not write N/A. I would write. "We have not yet lived together."

The Question would be N/A applicable because there was no joint residence.. The instructions did not specify about the question.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-19 23:22:00

Since the question starts with this phrase, "if filing for your husband/wife", then the question is most definitely applicable; my original answer is correct.

Wrong Again... if filing for spouse means nothing... it would be N/A IF they have never lived together. but the poster can take your advise but i disagree fully.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-19 23:05:00

~~Write this: "We have not yet lived together"~~

Furthermore, it's your USC husband who fills out and submits the I-130, not you.

The instructions on the form says if the QUESTIONS is not applicable... then you write "N/A"

Hey Guys,
Quick Question- im trying to fill out my I-130 form as you can see i haven't reached anywhere. if hubby and i haven't lived together what should i put n/a or none. we just got married and he went back to work. i live in ja and he lives state side. What should i put?

"N/A"

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-19 20:37:00

NVC grants expedite.Fwd case to Manila Consulate

nice....

i'm still going to go at that thing i told you..!

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2010-12-16 16:16:00

FROM GHANA TO U.S. ONE-WAY OR ROUND-TRIP?

I want to know from others that have come from ghana to u.s. what airline they used to do so? Want to prepare for the day/time when he finally gets visa approval and we're hoping and praying that there are no major delays on the upcoming date. Am seeing that the cost for a one-way ticket is MORE than round-trip? Realistically, most vj members had to return 2 or more times . So, we r preparing for the best, BUT know how things ARE at Accra embassy. Any info about flights/airlines is much appreciated.....blessed

you can purchase a 1-way or 2-way ticket... which ever is cheapest for you.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-09-03 10:00:00

Best timing to process I-130.....

thanks all for ur input.
i will start collecting all requirement documents ( ask her to sent mail with G325A) and apply I-130 as LPR and will upgrade my case when i get my Citizenship. My understanding is;there should be no extra documents required being LPR compare to citizen on filing I-130. If I am missing something, correct me.

NOTHING EXTRA... NAAAH

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-09-07 01:12:00

Best timing to process I-130.....

thanks RICARDO,
I got that part. I am still wondering, what's the time difference in whole process if I file I-130 now and later update my case with USCIS being Citizen or wait until get Citizenship and then initiate filing I-130?? make it simple, let's say it will take 6/7 months to complete CR-1 process.If I submit the I-130 now ( Status : LPR) and update my case being citizen after 3 months then how many more months in general take to complete the whole process. Still 6/7 months after UPDATE my case or just another 3/4 months.
Hope i did not make you confuse.

USCIS often process I-130s faster that will have visas available upon approval than those in the preference categories. There isnt any true difference if you will become a citizen about 3 -4 months from now. chances are the submitted I-130(s) will be adjudicated in about 4-6 months regardless of residency. There are i-130s filed by us citizens and lprs alike that toook 6-9 months to be approved.

as us citizen and without and case related delays.. on average our cases will be timely processed in about 7-9 months

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-09-06 07:53:00

Best timing to process I-130.....

Hello VJ Geeks...
I got married on June 25, 2011. Returned back to USA in the end of July. As of now I am Legal Permanent Resident (LPR) and already processed for Naturalization (N-400). One step in the process, I received a letter from USCIS last Friday, September 02,2011 mentioning about appoint date for September 15, 2011.

Should I file I-130 for my Spouse ( wife) right now being LPR or Wait until get Citizenship?? If I file at this time, how it works to change my status of LPR to Citizen when I get it to speedier the whole process.

And you all guys know, the whole idea is what is the best course of action to bring her where I am at (USA) QUICKER as possible.
thanks in advance ……

you can submit the i-130 now and upgrade the case with uscis once you become a us citizen by submitting the noa1 along with the naturalization cert. the nvc will receive the case as cr-1 which is eligible for immediate processing

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-09-06 01:13:00

Blue Sheet Follow up Interview

I finally received the info I needed from my husband for the follow up interview @ the embassy ..was given a date (09-20-11), Now I'm here nervous as hell as I dont know what to expect. The embassy requested our call records and proof of his visits here. I got the call records but the print out of his passport not so lucky...he lost it while moving. I however got a print out from our immigration offices here of the dates he landed here..would the be enough for them?

Also what should I expect in the follow up interview!

Worried.

relationship being questioned as being valid. Landing information is equal to the stamps in the passport they are looking for. If you have any other NEW info showing that you are were together during his/your stay then you could submit those.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-09-18 13:33:00

Progress...

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-10-04 11:17:00

Oh, Ricardo, we are gonna argue - Sunday dinners need to be a compromise and not only Jamaican food - And if he wants a JA meal, he can cook a JA meal HIMSELF

SUS i & I made a mistake as I think the poster was "eagle+eyed" just notice when we see how the poster just a quote up me 2 times . Also You know they love the "home cooked meal"

ricardo end end of september?! way to burst a girl's bubble! hahawww! i'll take in stride...if a hit mi get a hit mi haffi tek...
and fyi i am a jamaican and i dont need a cook book to learn how to cook jamaican my granny and my momma did a pretty good job of making sure of that...
and PS i'm not as psychotic as my post sounds...i mean i do check it all those times i say i do but i lead a pretty full life with my 21 month old and being 6 months preggers...

End of sept is good... dont want yuh get get knock down with waiting

FYI i dont need a cook book my granny and my momma did a pretty good job of making sure of that (not that either way I would feel any obligation to LEARN to COOK any kind of food on any day of week out of fear of or ELSE.leaving that up to narrow minded individuals who believes a woman place in in the kitchen and no where else)

...and contrary to the post i'm not as psychotic as it might sound...i do LIVE my life...i have a 21 month old son and i'm 6 months pregnant with our second and i have a full time job...but along with that i miss my husband and i'm impatient and a born worrier so sue me...

why you want me sue you babes..? and i'm not sweet talkin you at all. thats the only thing i picked out from the 2 part message.

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-24 01:59:00

ok checking into rehab!
i wont check,i wont check,i wont check!..........................
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for the rest of the week!

Check end of next month.. Labor day is 2weeks away and uscis needs a good week or two to "start working"

RICARDO4EVA2

Male

Jamaica

2011-08-23 13:20:00