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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWAITING FOR N0A2 :-/
I feel it comming .. :dance: JUST hang in there and read up in the mean time.

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 22 November 2010 - 11:57 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-22 23:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs this going to be a problem?
IF it shows up and the applicant doesnt know who his/her father is then so answer if questioned.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-25 16:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPETITION INTERVIEW

my interviwe didn't went well i forget to put something on the paper and they are send back to the usa

not so good my paperwork is coming back to the usa not happy



I'm sorry to know that this happed it's unfortunate. So to make sure i understand correctly. You submitted the application and didnt make mention that you were married in the past. or you did not include your divorce certificate..?
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-26 16:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPETITION INTERVIEW

[thank you for the information

thank you i will be going on november 18, 2010



thank you for the information will be there on november 18,2010


my gurl how di interview turn out..?

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 25 November 2010 - 11:20 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-25 11:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPETITION INTERVIEW

[thank you for the information

thank you i will be going on november 18, 2010



thank you for the information will be there on november 18,2010


Make the best of the 11.18.10 interview so u dont get a
Blue slip like my mom who failed to follow instructions.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-09 23:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPETITION INTERVIEW
yes also there was a guy who was blue slipped and his wife had to go to Jamaica with him for the interview..
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-06 18:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPETITION INTERVIEW

Ricardo wasnt the exception
I saw others there together, when i went on the 29th of October and i also saw that they sent for a petitioner that was outside and the husband was at the interview but didnt know the documents. She was in the car and they sent for a guard to go get her and she was interviewed with him, so has was already highlighted jamaica is very inconsistent and deals with those matters on a case by case basis.



THEY SENT for the petitioner that WAS outside.. so they werent allowed in sir/ma'am. I've made least 2 calls to the consulate and was told the policy has since changed. Now we can overcome this by sending off a VERY qucik and Short Email.

My Brother's Filing will begin on December 21 the day after my mom arrive and applies for her SSN if she wasnt assigned one at the airport during processing. I have hopes to be in the Interview for my little 15 y/o brother someway. It has a lot to do with how people carry them selves and though we may be dressed up.. act the part..!

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 06 November 2010 - 06:10 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-06 18:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPETITION INTERVIEW
agree with the response given above.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-05 00:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes USCIS offer Phone help
They can barely give GeneraL information without going through the script 2 or 3 times.. Naah
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-28 18:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresColor and Black and white copies?

Should I provide color copies and black/white copies of my birth certificate, passport, evidence? Will they accept or deny the color copies?

I have no idea what to do...

Thanks

The photocopy requirement did not specify black/white or color. if you want to submit a "color" photo go ahead .. if they need a copt of the submitted document (original/cert./photocopy) high high change it wont be in color just cost more. but you wont be denied.

hi, it's best to send color photo copies for the passport pages,



if you can help me to understand why is this so

color copy both sides of your birthcertificate,

not sure if both sides would be necessary unless there are important information located on the back.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-30 01:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWho should employment letter for affidavit of support be addressed to?
my 3 letters were addressed as the previous member stated "to whom it may concern" you may also add "re - (applicant's name)" though I didnt do that.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-11-30 16:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresContacting U.S. Embassy in Kingston

I confirmed with NVC that case was sent to embassy last week, but they said that there's no way to track and I would have to call embassy to see if they received. Is there a number to call or is email the only way to make inquiry?


You WILL NOT get any information should you call the embassy - its a waste of time...! You can email them at one of the emails provided to you above. They usually get it. but keep in mind EVEn if the files say were sent last week and it got there in 6, 7, 8 days etc they may not have opened the files.. but definately worth the try.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-12-01 14:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNon Impediment of marriage
please review...


http://www.visajourn...6,27,28&op6=All

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 04 December 2010 - 10:29 AM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-12-04 10:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNon Impediment of marriage

Thanks so much Stace! There are different prices posted all over the place - :blink:

We're considering requesting the NIM next month-- even though we haven't received our NOA2. We're concerned about processing time.



Honestly Since it does expire in 6 months... you'll just waste your $$$ and most of all... time. If i were you I would not rush it.. you only filed a month ago... K1-4 all process in 5 month... do you know if your case will be one of those that gets processed within 6 months? or if approved within 5 months... could ake up to a month to receive communication from the NVC.

Solution -

Wait about say March 2011 before you even think about geting suck documents... it WILL expire because start to finish WILL NOT BE 6 MONTHS - i'm just saying so you'll know.

nest of luck with the route you choose to take.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-12-04 10:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo pictures or evidence what to do?

I agree with Crossed_Fingers, if you don't have money to pay for your child how the heck you going to have money to send to a female. He needs to get his priorty straight. Why do your friend wants to get with someone that doesn't like to take care of his repossibility.


Easy ticket out of Jamaica.. hmmmmmmm who wants to marry someone they have neve-r met in person... hmmm a desperate one... but she was advise dof the i-129f even though the basic requirements cant be met

Edited by RICARDO4EVA2, 13 December 2010 - 12:07 PM.

RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-12-13 12:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo pictures or evidence what to do?

Perhaps he could send money to his kids instead of to a woman he's never met in person and solve the child support problem that way. Just a suggestion. :whistle:

I agree.. she may be putting her self in the same boat looking for child support.

Unfortunately the benefit you are seeking asked if you have met in 2 years.. if you havent than it becomes a problem. A waiver for him if child support is stopping him then there's a problem maybe more than just child support.. because child suppor back payments can be fixed in the blink of an eye.
RICARDO4EVA2MaleJamaica2010-12-12 12:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa - Overseas Wedding???
QUOTE (seet @ Dec 22 2009, 02:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am in the same situtation, we marry in a small catholic church in vietnam but not legally register to marry. My wife show the consulate of our wedding ceremony for the k1
visa interview, and was deny to be sent back to NVC. We thought it would be ok just for a religious cermony. Would my wife be ban to U.S.? I am so worry now I love her very much.
Should I consult Attorney? Any attorney recommend? how much the cost . I am in florida.


This is why any hint of a 'ceremony' prior to receiving a K1 visa is a BAD idea. Esp. when you call it a marriage!

None of us can say whether or not she will be banned from the US. I guess it depends on whether or not they feel she misrepresented herself as a fiancee when she was actually married. It's quite possible that is how they'll see it, which I believe would indeed trigger a ban.

Yes, consult an attorney. Immigration law is federal so you do not need to have one that is in Florida. Costs vary - many will do at least a free consultation. www.aila.org is a good place to start your search.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-22 15:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa - Overseas Wedding???
Read the CR1 guide.

http://www.visajourn...page=i130guide1

No you wouldn't get a K1 and a CR1 - why would one person need two visas?
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-08 10:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBest Option for Fiance?
True - though I would assume in most cases, the couple marries either in the alien's country or the US for family reasons. Could be a bad assumption though.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-23 14:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBest Option for Fiance?
QUOTE (unique135 @ Dec 23 2009, 01:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you for your prompt replies and sorry for my noobiness...some had advised me option 5 but I personally don't like that option (its not even a true option). I am trying to understand the process and familiarizing with VJ . I thought I could use help from forums.

Yes, its mid-january 2010.


After checking here, I understand that the overall process of IR-1/CR-1 along with status adjustment is much faster than K-1/K-3 along with status adjustment i.e. having green card in hand. Right? or Am I still missing some point here?

if that so then why not go for IR-1/CR-1? I understand marriage has to be taken place before filing IR-1/CR-1 but that can done in 1-2 months.


You're not missing anything. I explained why the K3 was created in my original post. It's pretty much useless now (as far as I can tell). Its no faster and you have the AOS process to do once the alien arrives. I say pull that band aid off all at once and get the green card in hand before the alien even gets here.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-23 14:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBest Option for Fiance?
QUOTE (unique135 @ Dec 23 2009, 12:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am aware that there are many options for US immigration of fiance. However, I am looking for fastest option (of course, everyone does); but I am confused on certain points. I hope you guys could help me out.

Background: My fiancee will be US citizenship in this mid-january, 2009. I am Canadian citizen.


Option 1: K-1 Visa.
As I am aware, this could take 6-9 months on average. The safestes and obvious way for the fiance.

On average - your mileage may vary.

Option 2: K-3 Visa.
She has to come here in Canada and get married soon. Later, she has immediately file for I-130. But is this any faster than K-1? Or has any other benefits except traveling?

K3 can get married anywhere - the US, Canada, or another country entirely. K3s are not generally faster than K1s. They were actually introduced years go because the Immigrant Visas were taking a long time to get, so this option was created. Now, though, they're really no faster than an immigrant visa.

i'm not sure what you mean by 'Later, she has immediately file for I-130'. Read the K3 flowchart again. K3s have to go through adjustment of status when they arrive in the US.

Option 3: Marriage-base Immigrant Visa
Again, she has to come here in Canada and get married. Is this faster than K-1/K-3? Or has any other benefits except immediate green card processing? I assume average is 1 year to have green card in hand.

Again, you can marry anywhere. K1s are generally faster, but Immigrant visas and K3s take nearly the same time. The benefit is no adjustment of status once the alien arrives. Read the guide again.

Option 4: Direct Consular Filings in Canada
I read few sites stating DCF in Canada is possible. But does my fiance HAS to be residing in Canada? (Coz she doesn't reside in here)

I'm sort of a DCF dummy, but generally, the USC has to have lived in the alien's country (and generally have some sort of resident status) in order to be eligible. Each country's requirements are different.

Option 5: Flight to US and marry
I am aware that this option is a risk and illegitimate but also a so-called loophole. If I stay in US for 2-3 months and then get married and file for adjustment, would be able to avoid the suspicious or is it still risky?

No one can answer that for you. It's basically up to the Immigration officer adjudicating your adjustment as to whether or not you had immigrant intent when you arrived. What scares me about this option is if you apply for adjustment and are denied, you have no right to an appeal. The alien simply must return to their home country.

Also, the CBP officer at the point of entry may question your intentions and the alien may never be allowed to enter. You'd have to have the alien show ties to home (apt lease or mortgage, $ left in the bank, employer letter) in order for them to believe you were coming here strictly on a visit and not to marry.

Thus, this option is ONLY for couples who truly had no intentions to marry when the alien arrived. At least in my opinion.

Did you read this at all? http://www.visajourn...mp;page=compare

Appreciate your answers and thank you smile.gif

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-23 14:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI dont got space enough
I've heard that some people use blue ink because it's easier to verify that it's an original signature (not a photocopy of a form).
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-23 12:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Help on Details for 129-F "How We Met" Section
1.) No point in giving a condensed itinerary at this phase. A brief sentence on the I 129f about meeting initially online and then the date/place of your first meeting in person is more than sufficient. I believe I also gave arrival dates of our other meetings at that point, but nothing else beyond that.

2.) Why include information that is not asked for, and/or that paints you in a slightly less than flattering light? When asked, tell them when you were engaged. That's the only thing that is really relevant.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-04 13:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPacket almost ready, one issue and looking to get a double check
I think you're worrying over nothing. :)
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-04 08:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRules on staying in the country
Makes no difference whatsoever.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-06 14:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy can't the family attend a wedding on the K1 visa?
:yes:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-07 13:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy can't the family attend a wedding on the K1 visa?

By far the best post on this thread. Forget the K visa's unless you and your spouse plan on living abroad, or want to jump through hoops in order for him to gain any kind of normality in the US. CR1 visa has the K visa's beat hands down and is pretty much a no brainer. The K1 IMO is for USC who can only afford one trip abroad to actually meet their future spouse in person. Also CR1 interviews are usually pretty straight forward, unlike the K1 interviews who get the 5th degree when they go in for an interview.


What a load of tosh.

Since when does a K1 mean you want to live abroad? We did a K1 and I went to England 4 times to meet my (now) hubby AND he was asked maybe a grand total of 5 questions at his interview. Hard for you to believe, I know. :lol: There may be some consulates where you get the third degree at interview, but I suspect those same consulates would do an equal grilling for a K1 or a spousal visa.

Nonsensical post all the way around, I'm sorry.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-07 08:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy can't the family attend a wedding on the K1 visa?

And I take it you can file these papers anytime, yes? There is no specific period they accept them or deadline?


'These papers' being what - the initial petition? No, there is no specific period in which you must submit them. Just after you are engaged if a K1, and after the marriage if going the CR1 or K3 route. The guides should illustrate this pretty clearly.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-06 14:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy can't the family attend a wedding on the K1 visa?

Right, I know the K1 wouldn't cover his family...but they could still travel to the U.S. like a regular Joe going on vacation to New York, and attend the wedding.

I agree with you that I definitely would rather be apart during our engagement than as a wedded couple — I take it that would be the K1 route. I guess I don't know enough about the K3 yet to understand why we would have to be apart after we were already married. Any insight there?


Of course they can - but if they were not from a VWP country, then they'd have to procure tourist visas to attend.

You must still go through the visa process whether or not you are married or engaged. Just because you get married doesn't mean he can stay while you await the process.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-06 13:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhy can't the family attend a wedding on the K1 visa?
The K1 visa - like any visa - is for ONE PERSON. They cannot issue 'blanket' visas to cover your fiance and every Tom, ####### and Harry who wants to come over for the wedding.

Honestly a K1 visa is a tad faster than either a K3 or CR1 (which I would do in lieu of the K3) - but only a few months difference. It's negligible.

EVERYONE here who has gone through this is very much and love and wants to be together - so nothing new there! The way we decided was did we want to be apart as an engaged couple or as spouses? We opted to be apart during our engagement. It just seemed weird to me somehow to be married and be apart, but each couple has to determine that for themselves.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-06 13:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThis Newbie is sooo confused...
The vaccination info isn't needed until the consular interview phase. So don't let that delay the submission of your I 129f petition. Read the K1 flowchart.

http://www.visajourn...amp;page=k1flow

Also dunno where you got that link for the jabs. The only one I have handy is the one via the London website but I think they're generally all the same.

http://london.usemba...ccinechart.html

Normally, the physician will give her a copy of the DS 3025 which she will then need to retain for AOS. I suggest she get what jabs she can from her regular doctor prior to the visa medical if she can - will probably spare her some $$.

*edited for clarity*

Edited by TracyTN, 07 January 2010 - 01:42 PM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-07 13:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1
The only thing I can guess is they have to have a copy of it for whatever reason - and we know how USCIS/DOS can be about losing things sometimes!

I guess I don't see taking one more piece of paper as a hardship. Plus you need one for AOS anyway so keep the copy and mail it in with the I 485.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-15 14:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1
The rule of thumb is to have a copy of the NOA2 at the interview, but its rare that you'd be asked to produce it. Still, what's one more piece of paper when you're already bringing reams? :lol:
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-15 12:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion regarding criminal record
I don't think either of us are saying it's a 'non issue', but rather, that it's not a likely reason that a petition (or visa) would be denied.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-15 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion regarding criminal record
A lawyer can advise you better than we can, but all you can do is report it when asked on the I 129f and go from there. Read the instructions on the I 129f - it should tell you what other documentation you'd need to include in lieu of this.

And be sure to disclose it each and every time you are asked on any forms.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-15 15:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Guide, General Guide on filing for a K1 Visa
Um start your own thread - don't revive one that is 4 years old! :lol:

At any rate - your fiance will need to send you more than just 'W2 forms'. Read the guide again.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-19 09:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTraveling while waiting for visa
Agreed. It's a best practice to keep a copy of the exact package you sent - in the event they lose something, it's much easier to just make an extra photocopy. If you didn't keep a copy, then I guess you'll have to hope you have your NOA1 before you travel.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-19 13:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTraveling while waiting for visa
Don't offer up information, but if you're asked any questions about it, answer truthfully and have your K1 petition and/or NOA to prove that you're trying to do things the right way.
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-19 12:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresadjudicated?

Oh, so it doesn't mean I get my visa... darn!


Read the flowchart.

It's laid out pretty clear in there.

http://www.visajourn...amp;page=k1flow
TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-21 12:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHonest opinions please :)

I have heard my boyfriend would need (once we are engaged) to file for a K-1 visa and if successful we could receive it within a year,is this correct? :)


Just to be picky, your fiance will not be 'filing' for a K1 visa. He'll be submitting an I 129f petition which, when approved, will allow you to apply for a K1 visa at the consulate in London.

Sometimes understanding the exact terminology is a huge help in this process.


*edited for typo*

Edited by TracyTN, 21 January 2010 - 08:32 AM.

TracyTNFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-21 08:32:00