ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI'm confused! yet AGAIN! LOL
QUOTE (Allie and Nigel @ Jul 26 2009, 09:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
here ya go
http://www.usembassy...v/iv_15.html#mc
You may already have this link...but it will help if you dont....it also says it needs original divorce decrees but just HIS birth certificate, not yours or your passport, its his info they are getting now.
allison.


Sorry to contradict, but when I read the site, it seemed that it only mentioned original "applicant" info, which is the UKC. I asked someone who's been thru the interview already, and they said that original docs (birth cert/divorce decrees) are not needed from the USC. http://www.visajourn...p;#entry3154035

Edited by Ian and Lisa, 26 July 2009 - 10:53 PM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 22:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWedding Arrangements
QUOTE (deer @ Aug 4 2009, 07:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That is what we are going to do, as well. Small ceremony initially, then a more traditional wedding ceremony at a later date. Good question, and no, it won't be an issue for the interview. They don't care how you get married, just that you do get married.


We're doing a JP thing, probably at the courthouse. Much easier, I think, and still meaningful. smile.gif

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-04 20:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Received K1 Visa....
I don't know what else I can add to the many people who've replied already. I understand what you're saying, but 2 weeks is not that much time. It really isn't. You could have waited ages in AP at the consulate, really, so it's good you have time to spare until October. What wedding plans do you think you can't get done in time?


Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-27 20:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat do you all use to send your applications in?
Our petition was 75 pages. I used the Acco fastener, or you can use a big clip to keep it together. I stuffed it in a UPS 2-day letter envelope (the rigid kind) and sent it off. It was $12 and I could track it the entire way, and get a signature, which you'll be glad you did.

I didn't have to pay extra for the signature with UPS. I believe that's only with USPS.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-09-11 05:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion for people stuck in AP at NVC
QUOTE (mari joe @ Sep 11 2009, 09:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
yep same here, we were told we on 9/7 that we were in AP since 9/4. after reading a few threads i realized we were not alone so i hav'nt called back. they did say they would email me though (which i doubt) did they tell anyone else this?


I was told that, and never did get an email. I got snail mail, though, which, if you're creative enough, can look like it means the packet was sent to the embassy.

They really could improve their communications.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-09-11 22:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter NAO2
QUOTE (erindave09 @ Sep 29 2009, 04:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So today I recieved our NAO2 via email, I currently have the flu and my mind is going in one hundred diffrent directions. I know you probably think this is a stupid question but what now?
Vermont was our service center. What number do I call to see if the NVC has recieved the package and do I have to call. Can anyone from england give us as est. time from this point until the interview. I know these questions can be annoying and I'm sorry but I do thank you all for the help you can and have given.

THANKS,
erin and dave


It takes about a week to get to the NVC, so you will likely hear something about status if you call after that. Make sure you speak to a person. K1's are not updated on the automated status option.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-09-29 20:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshelp with cost after nao2
QUOTE (erindave09 @ Oct 1 2009, 07:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am excited to say we recieved our NAO2 Sept 29, 2009 now I am waiting for it to be sent to the NVC can someone help me with what the future holds
I guess I am confused on when and how much things are paid if anyone could give me a little help in this area I would be very greatful!!

thanks,
erin


Hello.... Congrats on your NOA2!

Regarding the medical fees, you can find some good information here, straight from the horse's mouth: http://www.usembassy.../medexam_K.html

Generally speaking: £190 for the medical (due when attending the medical), $131 for the visa (due at the interview), £14 for the courier fee to deliver the visa (due at the interview).
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-01 21:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReasons for being denied and whole process time...
QUOTE (Ian and Lisa @ Oct 1 2009, 02:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ellie-and-David @ Oct 1 2009, 06:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (johnny graham @ Oct 1 2009, 06:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HI all,

I'm quite new to all of this! Basically I'm from the UK and met my now fiancé when visiting friends in Minnesota. We have visited each other 4 times in the past 6 months, she has come here twice and I have visited there twice. She has recently got divorced and is 8 years older than me, but is financially secure and owns a very profitable business. I have read on some forums that the age gap and divorce could be a disadvantage to me getting my K1 visa (Not true, as long as the divorce has been completed and she has proof that she is divorced, this is not a problem. My husband was only 2 months out of a completed divorce before we filed. 8 years is not a significant age gap, and not culturally unusual in the UK)

The two questions I have are generally how long is the whole process of getting the K1 visa?

It varies greatly but is generally between 6-8 months.

Does it make a difference where I am from or where she is from?

No it doesn't, but the interview process is a little less intense in a low fraud consulate like London

Also what would be some general reasons for being denied the visa?

Age is not a problem in the UK but you can be denied if:

Either of you are still married (you must be free to marry)
You have not been together within the last 2 years
You can not provide proof of a bonafide relationship
Certain criminal convictions
Admitted use of illegal substances and untreated alcohol dependency issues

By no means is that a complete list, but some of the reasons people have been denied in the UK.

Any help would be great….

Thanks a lot, this seems be an amazing forum!
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Johnny



A US Citizen cannot file a 129F until they are free to marry. In my state, after a divorce, a person has to wait 6 months to be "free to marry". State rules vary.



Minnesota doesn't have any waiting period for remarriage after divorce, according to what I'm reading, so the 129F could be filed immediately.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-01 21:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReasons for being denied and whole process time...
QUOTE (Ellie-and-David @ Oct 1 2009, 06:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (johnny graham @ Oct 1 2009, 06:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HI all,

I'm quite new to all of this! Basically I’m from the UK and met my now fiancé when visiting friends in Minnesota. We have visited each other 4 times in the past 6 months, she has come here twice and I have visited there twice. She has recently got divorced and is 8 years older than me, but is financially secure and owns a very profitable business. I have read on some forums that the age gap and divorce could be a disadvantage to me getting my K1 visa (Not true, as long as the divorce has been completed and she has proof that she is divorced, this is not a problem. My husband was only 2 months out of a completed divorce before we filed. 8 years is not a significant age gap, and not culturally unusual in the UK)

The two questions I have are generally how long is the whole process of getting the K1 visa?

It varies greatly but is generally between 6-8 months.

Does it make a difference where I am from or where she is from?

No it doesn't, but the interview process is a little less intense in a low fraud consulate like London

Also what would be some general reasons for being denied the visa?

Age is not a problem in the UK but you can be denied if:

Either of you are still married (you must be free to marry)
You have not been together within the last 2 years
You can not provide proof of a bonafide relationship
Certain criminal convictions
Admitted use of illegal substances and untreated alcohol dependency issues

By no means is that a complete list, but some of the reasons people have been denied in the UK.

Any help would be great….

Thanks a lot, this seems be an amazing forum!
java script:add_smilie(":D","smid_7")
Johnny



A US Citizen cannot file a 129F until they are free to marry. In my state, after a divorce, a person has to wait 6 months to be "free to marry". State rules vary.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-01 14:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures2nd Affidavit of Support
QUOTE (jkminney @ Oct 3 2009, 10:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (thepizzadude @ Oct 3 2009, 10:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just answer the question don't read too much into it and wait and see what happens. I am certain they have access to the info they need to do what they need to do with your information.


Well my major concern is that if I don't have what they want when I go then I'm going to be buggered. I just want them to have the info to make an informed decision. I know I have to put him down on the for that's no worry but I just want to make sure they know that he DOES have 40 qualifying quarters of work and he's not my problem anymore HAHAHAHA!


I bet they can look all that up. If you're concerned, maybe a cover letter or an addendum to the form would help?

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-03 11:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThe Continued Waiting Game...
QUOTE (yankee_87 @ Oct 7 2009, 08:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I called up the NVC and they informed me that our I-129F package was sent August 31st of this year. I assume that it has already made its way to the Embassy. But its been way too long for us to have not heard anything. We have been waiting over a month for her packet to come in. Does anyone have information on how to contact the Embassy? Or how long the usual expected wait is?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.


Make sure you have your LND case number from the NVC.

Call DOS and ask them if packet 3 has been generated yet. The embassy will sometimes print everything up and then it'll sit in a pile until they feel like mailing it. As long as it's been generated you can send in the forms.

(202)663-1225 press 1, 0
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-07 20:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow Long at NVC?
QUOTE (jimnlena @ Oct 8 2009, 02:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Did you actually speak with a person?? The automated service never gets the 129 approval information for some reason. Mine went thru in just a couple days but some folks say it can take 2 weeks to a month.








QUOTE (kike @ Oct 8 2009, 02:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I was approved on 09/29/09 and i got the letter by mail also. NVC still has not received he approval. I have seen some that for some people it took only 1 or 2 days. How long does it nomally take?




It takes about a week to transit from Vermont to the NVC. Once it arrives, it can take a couple days to a month to be sent to the embassy. Just depends.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-08 15:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHi folks, i have a quick question on docs for interview
QUOTE (bignije @ Oct 10 2009, 05:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So i got my 'packet 3' letter from the embassy this morning.
I was just wondering, where it says i have to have ready original marriage and divorce certificates and birth certificates does this mean just my own or will my fiance have to send hers for me to take aswell?
I was under the impression that it was my docs only at the interview, along with the evidence of support etc.
It seems a little dodgy to send her certificates to me through the mail.
please can someone clarify?
Thanks a lot.


I am the USC and my fiance just has copies of my information, but originals of his own birth cert, divorce decree, etc.

Edited by Ian and Lisa, 10 October 2009 - 10:48 AM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-10 10:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUnemployed and wanting to apply K-1 for my fiancee
QUOTE (Darnell @ Oct 3 2009, 07:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Review the I-864 (ya, I said I-864) and figure out if you have the right amount of assets to present.

If you don't, then find a co-sponser.

IMO, I'd file now, then scramble to get a job.

GOOD LUCK !



Yes, definitely!
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-04 19:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUnemployed and wanting to apply K-1 for my fiancee
QUOTE (kaylamarie @ Oct 3 2009, 07:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MrShifter @ Oct 3 2009, 07:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, I'm new to this.
Both my fiancee and I are recent graduates and currently unemployed.
We met during grad school in the UK and I'm interested in applying for the K-1 visa to get him to the US.

I'm currently actively looking for work and hope to be employed soon, but of course with the current economy I am not very confident of when this will happen.

If I am unable to to find a co-sponsor, have no current income or income from the past three years (since I've been a student) that can show I'm 125% above the poverty level, is it advisable to begin the petition process? Is even considering a K-1 recommended at all because looks like I'm not going to meet the financial requirement at the moment or anytime soon?

Please advise, thank you!


unless you are 125% over the poverty line then there really is no point of filing for the k-1 because you wont even be able to fill out your I-134 form.


Look hard for a co-sponsor. The thing they are trying to prevent is adding someone to the population who is going to need to draw on public funds. Financial support is a requirement, whether it's through your income alone, or through combined income with your co-sponsor.

Good luck with your job search! They say the economy is getting better. Hopefully "they" know what they are talking about.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-03 19:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNAO2 question
QUOTE (tany1157 @ Oct 11 2009, 12:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (erindave09 @ Oct 11 2009, 01:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone! Well we got our NAO2 on Sept 29,2009 and it says it is good through 1/29/10 so does that mean everything has to be complete by January or what??? I'm so confused, and excited at the same time! Thanks for everyones help I couldn't do it without the help of VJ!!

Thanks,
erin


I am almost positive that you need to get the visa within this time frame. If you don't, this approved petition will expire, and you will need to refile. I hope this helps.


They would not need to refile. Most embassies automatically extend the date if the petition's been active. To be safe, they could send a letter requesting an extension. I believe there is a sample form in the example forms area.

I think normally everything (all going right) is complete by the time the NOA2 expires.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-11 16:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOnce in the states..
QUOTE (Montana + Joseph @ Oct 19 2009, 07:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Alright, so once my fiance is in the states (hopefully May/June), can we register the marriage right away & start filing for citizenship, etc. but wait until August to have the ceremony?

Also, once in the state how long before he can begin to work & drive?

thanks much
xoxo


You need an EAD for him to work. Normally, these take 2 to 3 months. Also, if your SO has an international license, my understanding is that they can drive right away. Check with your state's department of motor vehicles to see what is required to get a driver's license. Nebraska requires an unexpired landing card (i-94), a passport and 2 proofs of address, such as mail that's arrived in his name or a magazine subscription.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-19 21:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProcessing Times on USCIS website
QUOTE (jkminney @ Oct 19 2009, 09:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When I go to the processing times on the USCIS website why are some of the rows green and some of them yellow?


I am not sure which chart you're looking at, but if you go here: https://egov.uscis.g...is/Dashboard.do you can plug in your WAC or EAC number and find the status of your particular case. The processing time for both service centers is 5 months.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-20 11:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures90 days for NVC??
QUOTE (Justine+David @ Oct 13 2009, 05:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I know that this will most likely not be the case, but the lady I talked to at NVC today said that it can take up to 90 days in order for the NVC to receive the I-129F approval from USCIS.

"Um, it might take 90 days for the mail to get it there?"

"Yes. You can call back at that time if we haven't received it yet."

Seriously??!

Now, doing a quick search on these forums didn't come up with much of anything, so I'm assuming that it will *not* take 90 days for my petition to get there. I got a little smart with her at the end, asking her what would happen if it took 90 days and then I was put into AP for a month and then my petition would be expired...

It's been just a week, so I'll have more of cause to worry a month from now, I guess, and should just call every day from now until then. It seems like most people get into NVC pretty quickly, even if not everyone gets out as quickly.


Absolutely not! It can take about a week to 10 days, to get from VSC to NVC. I would call back and talk to someone else. I wouldn't think it would be longer than the end of this week.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-13 18:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 Part II Question 39
QUOTE (baron555 @ Oct 22 2009, 04:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (cass_errol @ Oct 22 2009, 03:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (gmjdmj @ Oct 22 2009, 12:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i just noticed that you were filling out the DS-230 Part 2. According to the Embassy for London, Part 1 is the only part of that form that needs to be filled out.



So, if we're not supposed to fill out that part of the form, do I still send it in, just blank? Or don't send it in at all? It prints it all up together.



Part 2 is ocmpleted at the interview; yes send in both parts.



My fiance filled out the DS-230 up until the part that it said not to write anything "below this line". It was all of part 1 and part of part 2.

If you don't fill out up to the line, the embassy will send you a note asking you to bring in part II.

Either way, it works.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-22 18:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Packet question?
QUOTE (Jessica&Carl @ Oct 26 2009, 03:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm getting ready to put my packet in the mail, but I have a question about it.
All the things say that you need an EXACT copy of the packet you send in, fine. What I need to know is do I put original receipts and boarding passes in the packet that I send to the service center, or do I make copies of them and put them in so that each packet has copies. Does that even make sense? I guess what I mean is, is it okay to have one packet with originals and one packet with copies because then they're not exact? Am I taking the "Exact" thing to literally? I just don't want to have to make corrections and for this process to take longer! Please help!!! ohmy.gif
And one more thing, who do I make my check out to when I finally send in the packet, and where in the packet do I put the check? Should it be just right on top?? I'm nervous and don't want to mess this up. My fiance and I have been apart for so long now, I don't want to make it longer by filing the paperwork wrong. I'm really appreciative of everyone's help! Thank you so much!!!


Take your pile of papers and proof of relationship, run it through the photocopier, send the original, and keep the copy. The copy is in case they lose the original. You don't want to have to compile all that paperwork again. smile.gif

I ended up making 2 copies and sending one to my SO, in case he needed it at the interview.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-26 18:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBritish Fiance
QUOTE (ersngaz @ Oct 15 2009, 01:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi everyone! I am new to the site! yes.gif I am an American citizen recently engaged to a British man. We have been together for 2 years, and just got engaged in September. He went to college in the US (where we met) but graduated May 08 so has been back in Northern Ireland since then, and we have been going back and forth every 2-3 months to see each other. I am graduating in December and would like to know the best way to go about getting him to the US legally, quickly, and permanently.

I know the fiance visa is probably the way to go, can anyone tell me how long the process usually takes? Once the paperwork is filed, is the fiance allowed to enter the US, or do they have to wait until its accepted etc?

I would really appreciate any information, its so great to hear from others going through the same thing!

Thanks so much!


Hello.... I'm engaged to a UKC, too! You've come to the right place for help and support. The first thing you'll want to do is read the Guides (click the link at the top of the page), then read through the "If you are engaged" section. It's currently around a 6 month process from beginning to end.

Good luck with your journey, and congratulations!

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-15 14:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPhotos??
I wrote dates and places on the back of each and then put them into a ziploc bag, 2-hole punched it and stuck it on the Acco fastener.

Who has 100 extra Acco fasteners lying around? I do! smile.gif
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-28 20:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed to leave the US after entry on K1 due to death in the family.
QUOTE (Gary_UK @ Oct 15 2009, 09:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi guys.

Sorry if this is sometning thats covered elsewhere but i need your help. and to be honest my head isnt in a good place right now due to a death in the family today.

I entered on a K1 on Oct 3rd and believe it or not am getting married tomorrow. But got some bad news that my mother passed away this morning. If anyone can give me numbers, processes or who i need to talk to to somehow get a special dispensation to allow me to fly back to the uk and attend her funeral I would be greatly appreciated.

Currently im not bothered with costs or the whos whats wheres or hows but if somone can point me to a simple straight forward guide to follow to start the procedure to get a special waiver would be a massive help.

Thank you in advance and appologise if I have posted this in the wrong forum.

I will check back here asap.

Thank you all in advance if you can help me with this.

Gary.


First, very sorry for your loss.

Secondly, here is a thread on emergency AP http://www.visajourn...showtopic=59963. The thing is that the OP had already applied for AOS.

There is also this: http://www.visajourn.../Advance_Parole

and this: http://www.visajourn...howtopic=216607

In my humble opinion, make your infopass appointment, take the i-131 document, $305 and evidence of your mom's passing to the appt, and see what happens. They can advise you further, I'm sure, if anything else is required.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-15 23:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp with K1 Visa Please
QUOTE (cptrosco @ Oct 24 2009, 01:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hiya all.

Ill start with a few quick details about myself and my better half.

Im 31 and British, the other half is 24 and American. She was over here working for 3 years, met her in 2007 been with here pretty much since then, living together, and our first child is due Jan 10h 2010. She had to go back home in June 09.

We have hired a lawyer to do the K1, purely because we thought it would be easier with the paperwork etc.

All paper work sent to the USCIS, and on the 18th August 2009 they say they have received it, I have been given a case number, when i look online it says its at the 'Initial Review' stage, what i would like to know is the following.

How long does it usually stay at this stage for.
When would i expect to have my interview
When 'roughly' will i be able to enter the states.

I also see other people talk about the NAO1 NAO2 etc, what are these and should I have 1, as the only thing we have ever got from the lawyer is a email saying the USCIS have received it and dont expect to hear from us till Jan 2010 sad.gif

Any help/advice would be much appreaciated.

Thanks for taking the time to read this.


My fiance is British. We filed our K1 on April 1 and we are just finishing up. You'll see our timeline below.

You may want to search for the August K1 filer thread, if you haven't already. They sort the threads by whether you've filed with VSC (Vermont) or CSC (California). You can mingle with other August filers and see how their status is moving along at this phase.

Once VSC or CSC has approved your petition (NOA2), then come on over to the UK portal to follow along with the rest of it.

Keep in mind you can still travel to the US while your K1 is in process. You just have to bring proof that you have reason to return to the UK (job, return ticket, etc).
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-25 08:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTransferring Embassies
QUOTE (MARM @ Nov 5 2009, 01:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We are desperate for information!

My fiance interviewed at the US Embassy in London for his K-1 visa on May 12, 2009. He is a citizen of Pakistan BUT he is a student in the U.K, which is why he interviewed in London for his visa. He has been on Administrative Processing ever since May 12, 2009 and the US Embassy in London also is holding his passport since then. We have contacted congressman/Senators/DOS with regards to our concerns but no one is giving us answers. The US Embassy in London is also providing us generic answers, but we are running out of time and need help! The problem is that my fiance's UK student visa expires on November 30, 2009. This means he MUST leave the UK by Nov 30, 2009, no later. He is not renewing his student visa because he does not qualify and neither can he convert his student visa to a tourist visa just to stay longer in the UK. In short, he MUST leave the UK by Nov 30, 2009. Our concern is regarding his pending K-1 visa: What will happen to his "currently under AP" K-1 visa at the US Embassy in London when he leaves the UK? Of course my fiance has to ask for his passport back from the embassy within the next week so that he can leave the UK on time. But how will his K-1 visa processing continue? We have been told my a few VJ members and as well as DOS reps that he can get his case transferred from the US Embassy in London to the embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan. But this as we have also heard, depends on the receiving embassy, whether or not they are willing to accept a pending K-1 from London. So we are very confused about what will happen to my fiance's K-1 visa once he leaves the UK permanently by Nov 30, 2009.

Anyone have any guidance, answers to our questions, suggestions/comments?

Any help will be much appreciated!


I would hope DOS would have the answer to this. If you haven't had a satisfactory answer from DOS, yet, is there a supervisor you can speak to? I would hope someone higher up would know whether Pakistan's embassy has the ability to refuse the application or not. Has London offered to send off the packet to Pakistan? Of course, it would be ideal if they would... you know... APPROVE IT... before you run out of time. Have you been able to get to anyone higher up in the London embassy?

Sorry about the brain dump there. I hope someone is able to provide a better answer.



Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-05 14:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfrom packet 3 to interview
QUOTE (RAMARS @ Nov 6 2009, 10:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi guys,

Does anyone know how long it takes these days to get the interview at the embassy in London after they received the packet 3 ?

Thanks


In Sept/Oct, ours was about 2 weeks from the time they entered our info in the system. Stay in touch with DOS. They can give you status about anything at this point over the phone.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-07 07:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal Signature
QUOTE (watson323 @ Nov 13 2009, 08:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just got my K1 visa application sent back to me. I have a blue form that says "When you have complied with the instructions marked on this form, resubmit your petition(s)/applications(s) with this letter and all supporting documents to the address below.

"And then it says, "Please sign your application/petition with original signature in ink, as we do not accept signatures that have been photocopied, or signed and initialed on your behalf."



Is that what usually goes on a Notice of Action or is that what was wrong with the application? Because ALL the signatures are original! I really don't understand what's wrong.


Are you sure you signed all of the pages that require a signature? Maybe use a blue ink pen to show them that everything you've signed is an original signature.

Make sure you've signed the 129F and all 4 copies of the 325A, your letter of intent, etc.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-13 10:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 marry in home state a requirement?
QUOTE (JimVaPhuong @ Nov 22 2009, 12:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (DarkCloudXD @ Nov 21 2009, 12:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
This may be a stupid question, but my fiance and I are applying for a K-1 visa. One of my friends read somewhere that if my fiance is approved for her K-1 that we must marry in my home state. I'm just curious if this was true or not? Currently, I'm living in CA but I am soon moving to IL for medical school, and we may get married in IL.


You can get married in any state. Bear in mind that some states have residency requirements. Illinois does not, but non-residents will only be issued a marriage license if the marriage would be legal in their state of residence. You can read about the general requirements for marriage in Illinois here:

http://usmarriagelaw...ois/index.shtml


I think this point is mute since he will be living in IL if they are married there, but I think this is mostly trying to fend off people who live in states with requirements such as not getting married within 6 months of a divorce in their home state (like Nebraska does, for example).

Here's the official state site for marriage licenses (for Cook County) if you have any questions: http://www.cookctycl...ge_licenses.asp

BTW, your fiancée would only have to provide her birth certificate and her passport as proof of ID to get the license. smile.gif
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-22 10:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 - petitioner got cold feet - final interview Monday (in 3 days in london) - What best to do
QUOTE (S_AL_ @ Nov 20 2009, 03:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Paul,

Its disturbing to know about your situation. People would say everybody deserves a second chance but this whole idea of first living together to see if two people are compatible for marriage is just hard to understand. You moving all the way to the US, leaving behind your work, family, friends and what not just on a chance to see if this works out seems like a rather risky decision. In the end, if you both manage to fall back in love in the true sense then no one on earth can come between you two...but please do remember...if someone's can retreat once...chances are they will retreat again. Imagine her retreating from you after you get married and get stuck here in the US...and what if you are not even able to find work here. Its a huge decision on your part knowing how a man's role of the provider of the family is. I wish you all the best but please be careful.

regards,
S.


I think in any relationship where both people inhabit the same country, it would be quite normal to live together and determine if marriage is the right thing to do. When a norm makes sense to you and provides you with a comfort level, then it is tough to bypass the norm.

Using the VWP to spend more time together, I think, is an excellent idea. Maybe a leave from work would help facilitate more time together.

There is a risk in any relationship. Hurdles are not necessarily a bad thing. People learn and grow closer by overcoming them.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-20 17:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 - petitioner got cold feet - final interview Monday (in 3 days in london) - What best to do
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QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Nov 20 2009, 04:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (paul p @ Nov 20 2009, 07:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all;

My fiancee is the petitioner in the U.S. We have known each other for 18 months and have been going through the K1 oricess since April. My interview in London is 23rd November.

After 8 months of hard process, and not seeing each other for 5 months i had felt the relationship not as vibrant as once was. We were still speaking every day but i was getting worried so i thought I would ask the question if she want ed to get of this train (metaphor for not beign able to stop a moving train).

She said she had massive anxiety about marrying without living together first. We discussed and in the end she wanted to finish it. No ther reason except anxiety. I have sent her a long email since (like we used to, to woo each other) and i have only had 1 text saying she is lost for words, hard for her too and will write back. That was Monday and still nothing. I did lay out options around me going over after the visa has been processed for a week and staying in a hotel just to meet. Then see how we go. I haven't had a reply except for that text saying "lost for words, hard for her too".

I feel its the pressure of marriage that is getting to her. She has had some bad relationships in her past and life for her is quite hard at the moment. I think i would make it better but maybe she is thinking of me and the damage it could do to my life of going there and it not working. Again, i am guessing. I dont know

So this feels like the end but hope is a good thing (as Shawshank would say). I am giving her time.

so what to do.

I have more or less everything i need for the interview but dont have the heart to do it. I dont want to stop the process because if she changes her mind i cant go through this again. Its 8 months of real heartache.

I want to cancel the meeting and go to the bottom of the queue, maybe 2 - 3 months later , where we can see where we are.

Is this the best idea. How do i do it? I see no numbers and they say in writing? People must get ill an not make these interviews. What happens?

Thoughts please

Paul



Some leaglities...

She can stop the process by withdrawing the petition with a letter to the consulate. Maybe she did, maybe she didn't

If you go there and state that you intend to marry this person within 90 days, when she has called it off, it is visa fraud.

Were I you, I would do one of two things...

disconnect the phone, Thank You, goodbye and book a plane ticket to a target rich atmosphere to forget about it

OR

Send her an email, tell her you ARE GOING to the interview and then will be coming to the US to marry her and if she wants to say no, she will tell you to your face. No wussy, wimpy email breakups for a guy who agreed to move across continents for her...you deserve a face to face. Then turn of your email and the next she sees you you are on her doorstep. This way, at least it isn't visa fruad if you tell her you are going to do it and she doesn't put a stop to it.

Either way...YOU grab the knobs and turn. Whatever you do, don't quit your day job. Once you enter the US on a K-1...well if you marry her, who needs the job in England? If you don't, you don't need to worry about protectng status so you can go home.


This is pressure on her and that what worries her. I need to see her without the marriage bit. What i want to do is...

Postpone it and hopefully hear nothing until the new year when i get an interview date in February

Travel over there in the next two to three weeks for a week and see how we get on. Meet her kids again and see how we get on in normal life. There has never been any argument she is just worried what happens if i come over and marry and it goes wrong. This way i cant stay. But the process doesn't go back to zero either. Yes, i do know i could be turned away at the border.

This way i get my face-to-face, with no pressure on her, with a chance to resurrect the process if she agrees

If that doesnt work i have done everything i can and i am going to go somewhere hot to forget it all for a while :0)


I think you have a good plan. If she's fearful of marriage, then perhaps she'll feel better discussing it with you face-to-face.

I can't see going to the interview under the circumstances, really.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-20 12:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures6 months wait after a divorce
QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Nov 23 2009, 04:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (flipper @ Nov 22 2009, 06:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone. My fiancee finally got her divorce finished, but in the state of Oklahoma there is a 6 month waiting period befor she can get married again in Oklahoma.

Should we wait, and file after this 6 months is up, or is it ok for us to file sooner if we plan on getting married in a state with a shorter wait period? Does USCIS even care?

Thanks.



Both parties must be "free to marry" at the time the petition is filed. Have your fiance(e) pose this question to his/her divorce attorney. There are too many legal aspects we do no tknow about to give an answer here


I live in a state where there is a 6 month requirement also. I phoned USCIS before we filed our petition and they said we could not file until I was legally free to marry.

BTW, my attorney sent a letter after my divorce was finalized saying, "You cannot legally marry anywhere in the world until the 6 month wait has expired."

Edited by Ian and Lisa, 23 November 2009 - 06:41 AM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-23 06:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLength of Validity of Petition?
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QUOTE (Miss Jess @ Nov 24 2009, 06:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (payxibka @ Nov 24 2009, 02:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
technically 4 mos. from date of approval... petition validity can be extended by the consulate


cheers...I ask because we have a set wedding date (so that family and friends have plenty of time to book flights etc) and given current VSC processing times we're potentially facing a situation I never thought we'd be in which is the visa being issued too fast!! Typical, lol...

If it comes to that we're planning on doing things like delaying the interview etc, etc, but obviously don't want to delay it for so long that our petition expires unsure.gif Ultimately just getting into the country is the main aim and everything else is moveable but would be nice if it all came together - just once wink.gif


I would think the six month validity of the visa itself combined with the 90 days after entry would be sufficient for your needs. If so, I wouldn't delay the interview. If the visa is in hand, more than 90 days before the planned wedding but less than 9 months before the planned wedding, simply delay US entry until less than 90 days before the wedding date.


The 4 month validity is for the 129F petition itself. This is shown on your NOA2. During this 4 months, it's anticipated that you'll go through the entire remainder of the process and have your visa in hand. Once you get the visa, like the others have said, the visa itself is usable for travel within the next 6 months, and you have to get married within 90 days of entry.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-24 19:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuick G-325A Question
QUOTE (OnionsJester @ Nov 24 2009, 06:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys, I'm sure someone answered this before but 2000+ pages.. yeesh.

My question is this: in the parents section of the G-325A, you need to fill in both parent's birthplace and residence.

However, I don't know my dad too well, and neither does my mum. She says she's 90% sure he was born in London, and thinks he's living in Dorset now (at least, that is what he tells my grandmother when he sees her once or twice a year... it's complicated).

So my question is should I put London and Dorset, or should I leave them blank (or put "None" or whatever), or what? What do you guys suggest?


Put what you believe the correct information is.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-24 19:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVermont to NVC Delays??
QUOTE (solarno @ Oct 28 2009, 10:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi again,
Does anyone else have a similar experience, or any advice on what to do now?
Very grateful for any comments.
Thanks!!


SEnd a PM to Maverick64. He had the same sort of problem not too long ago.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-29 12:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDs230
QUOTE (beantown79 @ Nov 27 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am just browsing thru the forms I will need to complete once I get my N0A2. The D230 Form question 2 says other names used. I was married once and went back to my maiden name should i put my married name in there or just put N/A as I don't use that name now everything legally is changed over to my maiden name

I agree.... You should put any other name you've used.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-27 17:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Return - Urgent Help :(
QUOTE (Alex&Brittany @ Dec 3 2009, 06:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all

Unless I get the passport back by tuesday, I am going to lose my flights and not be able to make the journey !!

Can anyone please help , and let me know if there is anything I can do to let the embassy know that I need this back by Tuesday ?!


If I were in your shoes, I would:
1. Keep checking the DX site and plugging in your courier tracking number. The day before your visa is delivered, it will show up as a valid tracking number and tell you what day it's going to be delivered (which will be the next day, of course).
2. Hang in there until Dec 8. If your tracking number is still not valid, then call the airline and tell them you need to reschedule. Usually, they will do this for a fee (the last one I used was $250), which is better than losing your whole ticket price.

The embassy staff tells people 3-5 days. This doesn't account for broken printers (has happened before) and other unforeseen circumstances which might delay your visa.

I agree that you may be OK. I'll be hoping everything slides thru in time for you! smile.gif

Edited by Snowbunnies, 03 December 2009 - 10:13 AM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-03 10:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Petition Mailed to California Service Center
QUOTE (Nishi @ Dec 8 2009, 10:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi All,
I am happy to say that I have mailed my I-129F Petition for my fiancée yesterday to the California Service Center. Now the waiting starts, moreover I am reading on the next steps after NOA2 gets approved. I have the following questions, I am hoping the Visa Journey community can help me out -

After the NOA2 gets approved, the following is what needs to be done -

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• A complete copy of the I-129F packet that was sent to California Service Center be sent to my fiancée. These would consist of the original documents.
• Original letters certifying an intent to marry within the 90 day period (Date and Sign it).
• I-134 Affidavit of Support.
o Two to three of your most recent pay stubs and a signed letter from your employer listing you job title, start date, your salary, and the status (full-time) of your position.
• A copy of NOA2 that I received in the mail.
• Proof of on-going relationship.

However the consulate in India will send the following documents to my fiancée that she will have to fill out prior to the interview –

• Medical examination (vaccinations are optional, see below) – Can she get the vaccinations done right now, or does she need to wait till she gets the documents from the consulate. What vaccinations does she need to get, are there specific vaccinations that she should get!
• Two Nonimmigrant Visa Applications, Form DS-156 (Both filled out by my fiancée)
• One Nonimmigrant Fiancé(e) Visa Application, Form DS-156K (Filled out by my fiancée)
• Two nonimmigrant visa photos (My fiancée's visa photos)
• Evidence of a fiancé relationship (Proof of on going relationship)
• Payment of fees (What other fees is required!)

Is there anything else that I should look into at this point.

Thank You,

Nishi Sundaram


I'm not sure which embassy you'll be working with, but here is the packet 3 information for New Delhi. It may be the same for any US embassy in India: http://newdelhi.usem...acket309k1.html

forms and other misc info: http://newdelhi.usem...ivdocforms.html
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-08 11:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOdd situation regarding K-1/work permit
QUOTE (Archeon @ Dec 14 2009, 06:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi,

The situation is as follows:

I have applied for a K-1 visa (mid November), so expecting NOA2 around about feb (VSC) - No issues here thus far
I am currently in America, returning to the UK on the 23rd of January for the home country side of things (medical, interview etc etc)
A company in America has expressed interest in employing me, and here is where it gets confusing:

In a nutshell, can me/the company apply for a work permit now (while the k-1 is processing), so that when i return on the K-1 visa in HOPEFULLY april, I am able to work instantly without waiting to get married, do AOS, wait 2 months for the work permit that comes with that?

Regards,

Arch



A friend of mine was in the US on a work visa (H1B) and then decided to get married. About a year later, when he became concerned about the economy and possibly losing his job, he applied for Adjustment of Status.

You can read more about that process here: http://www.visajourn...p;page=otheraos

Edited by Snowbunnies, 14 December 2009 - 07:42 PM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-14 19:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAP- Does it apply to almost everyone ?!
QUOTE (RAMARS @ Nov 6 2009, 07:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi,

I was just wondering if the administrative processing after interview applies to everyone or only to some male applicants (beneficiary) ? So far, I have only heard male applicants went through administrative processing.

Also, do you know approxiamately how many percent of applicants through the embassy in London have to go through administrative process after the interview ?

Thanks.

What I've noticed is that AP @ the embassy tends to happen sometimes to foreign students living in the UK. I think sometimes it's random, as well.

We went through AP at the NVC level. We think it was an FBI namecheck, since my fiance has a common name and when we Googled his name, there was someone else with that name who had had a criminal history.

Sometimes, I think it may be completely random.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-11-07 07:17:00