ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
US Citizenship General Discussionhow long does an Oath ceremony took from start to the end?

There is nothing additional you need to do for dual or multiple citizenship. You will apply for US citizenship and once you are approved, you will be able to carry both a UK and US passport.


Oh really :) that's pretty cool. So I could hold my British and US passport. Does that mean though if my UK passport ran out (expires 2016), if I wanted to hold on again all I have to do is apply??
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 08:51:00
US Citizenship General Discussionhow long does an Oath ceremony took from start to the end?
I know im a very long time off naturalization but I have a query if someone could help.
When I finally get to this stage how would I go about having dual citizenship with both the US and the UK??
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 08:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGetting Worried Now!

what service center was your case file sent to? I know you are a K-1 but just about every I-130 filed since mid sept or so and were sent to NBC are unable to sere their case status online. In the past I have read posts about people who never saw their case status online but it was moving along till NVC stage. i know it is annoying when you are unable to track it online.


Our case file was sent to Vermont so it's probably just slow haha
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-22 04:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGetting Worried Now!

relax sometimes it take some time to add the case online. that piece of paper in your hand is alot more valuable than seeing your case on USCIS website.


I know I should probably relax but it just concerned me that it still wasn't added and the USCIS couldn't find it either :(
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-21 07:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGetting Worried Now!
Our NOA1 came through on the 29th October but I still cant find it on the USCIS website!
I have triple checked the receipt number which is 100% correct but no matter how I try and search it...nothing!
My fiance has already spoken to the USCIS through their military line as he is currently serving in Afghanistan but even they couldn't find it at the beginning!! I will be skyping him later as he mentioned in a text about an email that should be arriving on the 25th (very specific!) of this month but I am unsure why this case number doesn't exist! On the USCIS website all I get is...

Your case can not be found at this time in My Case Status. Please check your receipt number and try again. If you need further assistance, please call the National Customer Service Center at 1.800.375.5283.

or when trying to add the case to my profile...

Validation Error(s)
You must correct the following error(s) before proceeding:
Customer Portfolio Insert Failed
Attempting to add a case that does not exist. Check the application receipt number.

We have recieved the NOA1 so why cant I find my case!!!!!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-21 07:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPPROVED!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!! Break out the champagne! :thumbs:
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-27 10:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNoa2 VSC slow
VSC is speeding up so try not to worry :)
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-28 09:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHaving interview RIGHT NOW!!!
I hope everything goes well for you both :) good luck!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 06:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 received last Week

That was crazy fast, we are all waiting, anyways Congrats, Great News :dance:


I agree :) I'm definitely grateful it happened so fast but I wish everyone could have theirs approved just as quick.
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 18:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 received last Week

Oh my bad! Here in the Philippines it's really cheap to call the US. lol. but hang in there, you're almost on the finish line and you'll be with your fiance very soon!

Thanks for the well wishes! Can't wait updates from you as well! :)


I can just use my work phone...which doesnt cost me anything hehe but away from work it costs me a fortune :D
That finish line needs to move a little closer though lol such a long journey but worth it in the end :D
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 11:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 received last Week

yeah, just keep trying. some do it everyday :lol: I'm sure it will get there really soon! Good luck :)


I dont think I could try everyday :) my phone bill would be mega high haha. I think cause we got approved for our NOA2 so quickly im just wishing this would go just as quick lol it seems longer. I just want my fiance back from Afghan ready to start our new life together.

You guys have your interview soon!!! Hope it all goes well :D
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 08:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 received last Week

It won't hurt to try :) I called NVC exactly 7 days after we got approved, and the agent said they got our case the day before that. Just be patient when you call though, it took about 30 mins of wait for me. Go grab your phone in few hours :)


I called yesterday, luckily it only took me 10min total but they said they hadn't received it yet and to try and call back in a few days. I might go off when the hard copy date which is the 30th and then call :)

Just Curious did you expedite?.....because that was super duper fast.....But Congrats :thumbs:


We didn't expedite :) we looked into it as my fiancé is in the US air force and is on active duty at the moment and although we had the letter sent explaining HOW to expedite it was already approved before we even sent in documents asking for it to be expedited lol super fast and im unsure why but who am I to question :D

28 days at Vermont ???? That is quick tomorrow as been 6 months for us and we are still waiting :( Congrats though ;)


6 months :( oh no! Im sure it will come through any day now! I will have you in mind!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-04 06:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 received last Week
Hi all :)

Our NOA2 was approved on the 26th of November and we have received our hard copy as well.
Is it a good time now to ring the NVC and check they have received my case and ask for the case number??

All input is appreciated :thumbs:
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-03 10:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPOE Atlanta - 2hours transit enough?
Ok :)

Sounds good! Thank you. I will speak to my manager and I think I will book the 5hour layover :)

EDIT: My POE was Atlanta and, to me, it was wonderful. Extremely quick and with zero harassment... but even with this in mind, plan on a 3+ hours layover. Atlanta is one of the busiest airports in the US with International flights coming non stop since the wee hours of the morning.


Yup, I know its a busy one but I'm not keen on flying into Miami lol always get confused there and ATL sounds good for POE :) Knowing my luck i'll have a super quick POE and be stuck in the airport for 4.5 hours twiddling my thumbs :P

Edited by MmmBlondie, 24 January 2013 - 08:59 AM.

MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-01-24 08:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPOE Atlanta - 2hours transit enough?
I have my interview booked for the 11th feb and im currently debating if I should hand in my notice at work early (I have to give 4 weeks notice), as I have that fear that something goes wrong, im denied and im left with no job :(

The earlier I can leave my current job would be great though as Im desperate to be in the states for my fiances home coming from Afghan (beginning of March), so ive been looking up flights!

2 Questions -
  • Should I book a return flight as its near enough £500 cheaper?
  • Is 2hours transit long enough to pass immigration in Atlanta?

Im worried that if they see I have a return ticket, they will wonder why I am coming over on the K1 :( I really don't want to be denied entry of course but a one way ticket to Pensacola, FL (with one stop over in either ATL, MIA or DFW) is super expensive!

As Pensacola isn't a hub, I have to enter one of the bigger airports then transfer onto those tiny little planes (I hate them, they are old, loud, cold and I feel like they will drop out of the sky at any moment but he's worth it :)), to carry onto Pensacola. Ive read the reviews and ATL looks like quite a good POE. The flights are reasonable as well...permitting I buy the return! There is a 2hour stopover for transit or a 5hour stopover. Id rather not be in an airport too long waiting for a connecting flight but is 2hours too short to pass immigration. I don't want to risk anything!

Any ideas? Sorry for the long post!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-01-24 06:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAny Polish People here :)
I'm not but you'll probably find some here http://www.visajourn...-uk-and-russia/

That is the regional forum for the rest of Europe except the UK and Russia :) good luck
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-01-21 10:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports47 days from noa1..
Congratulations :)

It's nice to see others being approved quickly as well. We were approved in 28 days and didn't expedite.
Where was your petition sent?? CSC or VSC? Is your fiance in the military?

My fiance is currently in Afghan on active duty so we thought maybe this is why ours was processed so quickly.
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-02-06 05:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Approved :D

Congratulations! Our interview went just as smoothly in the Dominican Republic.


Congratulations is in order for you too then :D
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-02-12 12:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Approved :D
Thanks everyone :D I'm extremely happy! Back at work this morning after only having about 5hours sleep in 48hours haha. Too nervous to sleep Sunday and up all night speaking to my fiance last night! If someone could run to Starbucks for me i'd be much appreciated lol im falling asleep at my desk! Oh well only 2 weeks left!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-02-12 03:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Approved :D

Congratulations! Just a heads up though, don't get too ahead of yourself just yet. It is recommended that you only book flights and travel arrangements once you physically have the Visa in your hands. Delivery times have varied for people even after their approval.

None the less, Congratulations again!


My flight wont be till March when he is back from Afghan so its all good :D thanks anyway and thank you everyone with your congrats.
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-02-11 16:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Approved :D
So happy :D

I've been up since 4:30am as I wanted to get to the embassy at an earlier time...safe to say I got there VERY EARLY!
I was number 1 the Immigration visas and both interviewers were lovely.

Time to book my flights!!!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-02-11 07:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportsk-1 petition approved 14 days.

Aprovedd Vermont in 14 days. God is good have faith every oneeeeeee. Best. Christmas gift ever.. now what?? Lol didnt expect it so soon.


Ours was approved in 28days in November at Vermont and we didn't have it expedited! Maybe they are approving people quicker :) congratulations!!!

Edited by MmmBlondie, 20 December 2012 - 06:42 PM.

MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-20 18:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHow long did your K-1 take?
28 days to NOA2
105 Days till Approval
109 Days till visa was in hand
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-02-17 20:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHas anyone obtained there K1 Visa in 5 months ?

Ours was super quick. About 4 months I believe


MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-09-23 20:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportsapproved!!!!

Congrats to you both kicking.gifkicking.gifkicking.gif


MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-07 11:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApproved in less than 1 month

Congrats :D Ours got approved last year in 28days and I received my Green Card the other week. Took us 1 year and 5 days from mailing in the I-129F to me receiving my GC. Now I have time to rest before ROC haha. I hope the rest of your journey is a quick!


MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-07 19:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI-129F APPROVED..finally!
Oh wow that was a very long wait! Congrats that you've finally been approved and I hope the rest of your journey is quick and smooth!
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-13 10:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBack from China, Married, Question On Form G-325A
You both fill out the G-325A form. No she won't have an "A Number" yet so leave it blank and I can't remember for you're last question if it's "status as permanent resident" or "other".

When I moved to the US, I arrived on a K1 visa which are for fiancée/fiancé's only. I noticed on your profile that is what you are filing for also but if you got married while in China you will need to fill out the IR-1/CR-1 forms.

Edited by MmmBlondie, 13 November 2013 - 01:28 AM.



MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-13 01:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAir Force Deployment While Processing
Lol looks like i'll be posting a few things then :) either that or waiting till I visit :D

Thanks xx
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-09-27 09:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAir Force Deployment While Processing
One more question - with everything of mine on this side eg my G-325A form, shall I print this out and sign it then mail it to him so its the original or is it accepted if I print it out, sign it and scan it back in to send to him via email??

As I said, with the tight gaps of time I want everything to be perfect :)
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-09-27 09:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAir Force Deployment While Processing

I *believe* you would qualify for an expedite. If you can prove he is being deployed again in October, apply for an expedite and include that proof.


Yes we can prove he is being deployed in October but how would I apply?? He was thinking of speaking to someone on base...do you think this would help?
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-09-27 08:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAir Force Deployment While Processing
Hi,

Im new (just signed up), but so far have found this forum extremely helpful! I do have one concern though and was wondering if someone might be able to help??

My Fiance is a US citizen in the US Air Force but is currently out of the country on assignment. All forms are pretty much filed out and ready to be sent for when he gets back but...I'm due to fly out on the 9th October till the 16th to see him before he leaves again (end of October) for deployment to Afghanistan. He wont be back in the US till the beginning of March.

My question is....if he sends everything when he gets back but before I visit will I be denied entry due to the application processing or if he files everything after I leave (or during my stay) will he have enough time for it to be approved before he leaves again.

Getting a bit worried here and I know were cutting it close but it was the only time it could be processed as hes been away quite a lot recently :(

Thanks xx
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-09-27 08:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance now in Afghanistan - PANIC!

USCIS has military assist area, although I am not in the military.

USCIS has established a toll-free military help line, 1-877-CIS-4MIL (1-877-247-4645), exclusively for members of the military and their families. USCIS customer service specialists are available to answer calls Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. (CST), excluding federal holidays.

After-hours callers will receive an email address that they can use to contact USCIS for assistance. Callers will receive assistance with immigration-related information, such as:

  • Tracking their Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
  • Notifying USCIS of a new mailing address or duty station.
  • Checking the status of any other application or petition.
  • Bringing a spouse, fiancé, or adopted child to the United States.
  • Obtaining posthumous citizenship for a deceased member of the U.S. Armed Forces.
  • Submitting an application for expedited processing.
Members of the U.S. armed forces and their families stationed in the United States or overseas may access the help line using the toll-free number through their base telephone operator or using the Defense Switched Network (DSN).

Operators will ask members of the general public to call our main customer service line available under the "Contact Us" link to the right.


Thank you for the information. I gather my Fiance may or may not have been given that number but I'm not sure. Hopefully I will be speaking to him tonight. Would I be able to ring that number as I am his fiancee or will they direct me to the general public number??
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-01 12:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance now in Afghanistan - PANIC!

A difficult time for you I'm sure, we all appreciate your man's service to our country. An expedited application is processed as any other, just faster.

If he is now deployed until sometime in March why are you asking for an expedite? Also, did he provide you with the documents you will need for your interview before he deployed?


We asked about expediting it and the legal team on base told him to call once the NOA1 had been received even though they knew he was deployed. Our communication hasnt been exactly great at the moment with him on missions etc hence why im panicking. I was in the states a few days before he deployed and before he sent the package so I have a few things but anything else can be sent to me anything via our close friends.

Thank you. I am very proud of him :) and I know he enjoys serving his country.
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-01 09:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance now in Afghanistan - PANIC!
Hi All,

My Fiance was deployed last week on his 7th deployment to Afghanistan with the US Air Force. Before he left he sent our I-129f Package and spoke to the legal team on base. Hopefully my visa will be expedited due to the circumstances of his deployment etc. One of our close friends will be checking his mail for the NOA1 and my fiance has been told to ring someone (cant remember who now) when this has arrived in order for my visa to be expedited.

Has anyone else had their partner deploy while their visa is being processed?? It's not exactly convenient since he wont be back in the US till March but does anyone know HOW an expedited visa is processed. With all the worry/stress of him being deployed and not getting to speak to him as much as normal im now panicking about the Visa :(
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-01 09:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 Received

It takes 2 or 3 days to show up in the system. Don't worry, you're good.


It was received on the 29th October though :( but it has only just arrived in the mail.
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-09 20:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 Received
We have received our NOA1 and I have signed up to the USCIS website but encountered a problem :(
I have tried adding my case/receipt number in order to check my status etc and it comes back saying the case doesn't exist.

Has anyone else had this issue??
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-09 20:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 to CR-1 half way through??

Have you thought about trying for an expedite? Active military about to deploy have been able to get expedited by USCIS and through London Embassy. When is he due home from Afghanistan?


He'll be due home in March and hes already looked into having the K-1 visa expedited but the email states if it is "emergency" or something like that. Hes not 100% sure if he will have to go on a temporary duty when hes back from Afghanistan so we don't want to say yes and then it turns out he doesnt.
Will expediting it even make much of a difference time wise??

:thumbs:

We got married about a month before the NOA2 came for the I-129F for the K1. We had to cancel the K1 and refile an I-130 for the CR1.

There are some benefits to the CR1 for both the USC and the immigrant, in my opinion. There aren't any of these issues with the spouse witholding an AOS and you can work and travel fairly quickly.


What are the fees compared to the K-1. I know I wouldn't have to pay for AOS or work etc so does it work out slightly cheaper??
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-23 07:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 to CR-1 half way through??

You can go visit him on the visa waiver program and get married, but doing so with the intent of staying is visa fraud- you'd need to return to the UK to process the CR-1 spousal visa. Look into the rules of getting married to a foreigner in the UK. I think there is a special visa needed even if he does not stay.

You are correct that once you enter the USA with a CR-1 spousal visa, you get an immediate greencard and can work, travel to visit your family back home etc. No AOS needed, no matter where you marry before you file for the spousal visa.


Can someone give me their opinion?? He wont be back from Afghanistan till March so I could fly over on the VWP, we could marry, then I would fly back and start the process of the CR-1 visa. Granted this means we would have to wait a bit longer and of course pay the fees but he has been given paperwork in order to expedite our visa if need be so this could helpful if he does have to leave again. It also means that I could start to work straight away.

Or we can continue with the K-1 Visa that were already processing which means time is less and once approved, then I can move over but there it means no work and the possibility that he will be on leave again :(

I know only we can make this decision but if anyone has their own opinions then please let me know. We miss each other so much, were only able to skype 2 days a week at the moment due to him flying 4 nights (6 day schedule) and we just want to be together :(
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-23 07:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 to CR-1 half way through??

If you were to get married before the K1 process concludes, then you would have to go back to the start by filing a new petition and paying new fees. There is no "switching" mid-process.

Any waiting done up to that point will have been for naught and fees already paid prior to that point will not be refunded.

With all that being said, it's not illegal to do so nor would it likely to raise any kind of suspicion.


Thanks for your reply. We haven't received our NOA2 yet so were only at the start of our Journey I guess but it just seems a tad easier in a sense.
I also know that with the CR-1 I would be able to live and work straight away...is this right?? Even if we do gain approval, POE and marriage etc in the small time frames I would then have to file for AOS etc without him and I think id go mad sitting in our house all day lol.

We will probably discuss the options but if I were to visit him when he comes back from active duty and marry in the US would I then have to return to the UK to file the CR-1?? Or alternatively if he visited me after returning and we married in the UK would I still have to go through AOS as we didn't marry on US Soil?

Just trying to get an idea of options now :( I wouldn't change it for the world but being a military fiance does come with some drawbacks lol
MmmBlondieFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-23 06:02:00