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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGetting RFE in I-130 process is Good or Bad?

This seems to be weird! Getting RFE in I-130 process is Good or Bad?

To clear the RFE would take couple of weeks to months - which is bad.
But when the RFE is cleared, since the officer reviews your file again, is the chance high to get the approval? If yes, it is good.

All those experienced this would have upper hand to share their experiences.

Loto


If you have an RFE right near the beginning of the process, it's usually for a missing signature or a critical missing piece of paper. Did you get a letter in the mail yet identifying the problem.

You can get an RFE anywhere in the process. It just means you have to get them something extra, as you know. It's not a sign of good or bad... it's just a delay.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-07-28 15:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview Paperwork

Hi all,

Hopefully one of you can help with this simple question.....

I'm making 3 copies of all my documents in preparation for my interview on Wednesday and I am not sure if I need to make copies of the joint tax return paperwork that is included as evidence for the i-864.

Should I make copies of this or not bother (It is quite a big document) ?

Thanks in advance,

Mark


You should keep a copy for yourself, if you've not already made a copy. The embassy only needed one when my husband interviewed in October 2009.



Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-08-08 15:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAssembly of I-129F packet.
QUOTE (almaty @ Feb 12 2009, 10:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
super glue....


LOL... it will be difficult to read that way, eh? smile.gif

They make the ACCO clips in two sizes (at least the store I was at). Hopefully, I have the right size.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-12 21:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescost for K1
QUOTE (Sinergy @ Apr 19 2009, 11:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Bobby_Umit @ Apr 19 2009, 06:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
"if you have to ask, you can't afford it..."

(sorry - had to say it smile.gif )

Don't forget to include costs of mailing, visits, gifts, phone calls, etc...

it all adds up.

Thats not true...the op was just wondering the cost, doesnt mean they cant afford it. a bit judgmental.


If you do Skype, then phone calls are reasonably free. Also, I don't see how gifts figure into the 129-f petition.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-04-20 08:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 about to expire yet no social security. Help!
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QUOTE (junyeon82 @ Apr 20 2009, 03:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Jackson County, Mo County Clerk

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1) Both parties must appear together at the Record of Deeds office.
2) Both must be at least 18 years old to marry without parental consent. CLICK HERE for application requirements for those wishing to marry after their 15th birthday but prior to turning 18 -- as well as legal guidelines for marriages of individuals under 15 years old
3) Both must provide their Social Security numbers.
4) Both must have proper documentation.

I just spoke to the recorder of deeds (in Jackson County Mo.) and asked her if it was required. She said no - all your fiancé will need to do is sign a document/form stating she does not have one (a SSN). (She will need her passport though.)

(816) 881-1577

Question asked:

"My fiancé is from out of the country - does she need a social security number/card to get a marriage license?"

good.gif

(This is why I asked if you spoke to a person or read it on the web site - many states list SSN as a requirement, but have the same/similar rules for folks who don't have one)



good.gif Good detective work...


It is the same in Nebraska.. no SSN necessary, just proof of ID (although the website makes it look differently).

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-04-21 14:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat should I do???!
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QUOTE (Jazon N Rozy @ May 11 2009, 04:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'll go for the K1. My babies are due in October, would he be able to be with me by this time??


Probably not on his K1 visa. 5 months is pretty optimistic. The service centers are averaging over 4 months to approve petitions right now, and the Guatemala consulate is averaging about 2 months to get to the interview once they receive the petition. Add additional time for your petition to travel from the service center through NVC to the consulate. Also, getting the fastest processing means having all of your ducks absolutely in a row, and delivering your documents quickly. If you rush the delivery of documents at any point and make any mistakes, it can cause substantial additional delays. Some of the documents you'll need may take some time to get, and I seriously doubt you have all of the documents already.

Guatemala is not a VWP country, so he'll need a visa to enter the US. This can be considerably more difficult to get once he has a petition or application for a K1 visa. They consider the odds that he'll use his visitor visa to stay in the US much higher since the K1 demonstrates a desire to do so. He'll need to prove strong ties to his home country to get the visa. I think this will be true if he has ANY family visa pending.

Also, you mentioned you'll need his financial support once he gets here. Are you aware of the financial requirements for the petitioner of a family visa? You have to demonstrate that you - the petitioner - have sufficient income to ensure that he won't end up a "public charge", which means receiving any government financial support. For two people - you and your fiance/spouse - this generally means you have to show income of 125% of the poverty level, which is a little over $18K per year. If your child is born at the time he goes to the interview, then the amount goes up to almost $23K, since there will be three people to support. If you can't provide proof you can support him, then you'll need a co-sponsor who can.

You also mentioned "babies". Are you pregnant with twins? Each additional person you have to support increases the minimum amount of income you'll need to prove.

There are also fees involved. It will cost almost $500 at the time you apply for the visa, several hundred more for the medical exams and fees at the consulate, and over $1000 to file for adjustment of status (i.e., to become a permanent resident) once you're married. This doesn't include travel costs. Once you get the ball rolling by filing the initial petition then you're going to need this money available when it's due. For instance, if you don't get married and file for adjustment of status within 90 days of his arrival in the US then his K1 will expire, and he'll have to go back to Guatemala, and you'll need to start over from scratch.

If it's really important for you that he be here for the birth of your child then I recommend you hold off filing any papers, and just let him come here on a visitors visa in October. You can get married while he's here and then he can return to Guatemala while you file the CR1. It will take a little longer, but he'll have his green card and be able to work when he returns to the US. It will also cost less money than the K1 process. This will also give you more time to learn how the process works and get your paperwork in order.


Thank you so much for your detailed explanation! So it takes a total of about 5 months for the K1?? He already has a tourist visa, but ends in October. I know I won't be able to have sufficient income, but I think sometimes having a co-sponsor is not always safe from what I've heard. I think the best choice would be CR1, would I be able to start the process while he's here? About how long would it take for him to get his green card? And there's no requirement for me to proof if I have sufficient income or not?


You could do some reading on the Guides page. This ought to keep you busy for hours, but at least you'll find the answer to most of your questions. http://www.visajourn...page=i130guide2

Good luck! (twins! How exciting!)
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-05-11 21:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSurprisingly quick (if it happens!)
QUOTE (nickandkayte @ May 30 2009, 12:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I agree with the above poster. I am not going to be in the USA (If I pass!) until late 2009. There is no way they can do it in a few weeks. Even with Lawyers.

I love my lawyers to bits and they have sped up the process, but if your lawyers are saying it will take "weeks" I would double check who you are hiring.
I am actually in Bristol too and had my application received on May19th. And they told me I will not hear anything before October.


What about if it's expedited?
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-05-30 20:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWrong "Petition Approved" Date on K-1 Visa
QUOTE (John and Camie @ Jun 12 2009, 03:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Everybody!

So the good news is, John got his K-1 Visa this morning while we were on the phone (about two hours ago). The bad news is, he says that the "Petition Approved" date is April 23 ... while the date on our NOA-2 is March 23. Wah wah wah waaaah. Considering that we have to provide a copy of the K-1 Visa AND a copy of the NOA-2 for the AOS petition, do we need to send the Visa back - and how on earth do we do that? I've searched all over VJ for an answer and can't find a thing for this.

Thanks in advance!
- Cam


Yeah... take it and run! smile.gif You've got your receipts. Congrats!
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-06-12 19:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAddress change
QUOTE (thall9290 @ Jul 16 2009, 04:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am the US citizen (sponsor) and my fiance has recently moved. my question is this-

Do we need to change his address with the USCIS? I posted this question previously and got a reply saying that I could wait to change it with the NVC since USCIS wouldnt be sending him anything anyway. Will the NVC send me something before the packet is sent to the Embassy in London? Will I get a chance to change it before it goes over there? He did not chose to have his mail forwarded from his old address to his new address. I am worried that the packet will go to the embassy in London and all information be sent to his old address.

I did look on the USCIS website at the change of address form and it states at the top of the form:

"Most non-United States (U.S.) citizens who are in the U.S. are required by law to notify DHS of any change of address within 10 days of moving to a new address."

Clearly states non-United States citizen who are IN the U.S. are required....." . He isnt IN the U.S. yet.

HELP!! my head is spinning!

Thanks in advance


I had the same situation. I called USCIS and they said to send a letter to CSC. There is no official form for the beneficiary. I attached a copy of my NOA1.

I believe Otto and Karin have a good approach, and I'll probably follow their suggestion, just to make sure the address change is successful.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-17 23:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNebraska Service Center
QUOTE (John and Jeanine @ Feb 11 2009, 08:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Isnt this the same question btw...

http://www.visajourn...howtopic=167519

Very good. They do seem to match.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-23 22:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNebraska Service Center
Hi... Quick question... Can an i-129F packet still be sent to the Nebraska SC? I live in Nebraska, so that would be convenient, but on the USCIS website, the instructions say to send it to California.

Thank you! helpsmilie.gif

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-11 07:13:00
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QUOTE (Ken y Leidys @ Jul 27 2009, 08:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (attaya_girl @ Jul 27 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ken-your pictures are amazing, by the way! It must have been so wonderful to be together again. smile.gif I'm sure you've mentioned this before, but was this the first time your mom met your fiancee?


It was awesome having us all together. Hang in there, get your rest and eat to build up your immune system. You'll need to be good and healthy when you see Lamine again. My Mother is doing much better now - Mom and I are going out tomorrow for my Birthday. Here's to my new family!! kicking.gif


Cool photos! Looks like you had fun! And Happy Birthday! I hope USCIS has a present for you. smile.gif
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-27 21:35:00
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QUOTE (attaya_girl @ Jul 27 2009, 07:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I GOT IT!!!! I'm still on the phone with Lamine right now, but I got the NOA2!!!! It's dated July 22, 2009 and it's the most beautiful piece of paper I've ever seen!


YAY! It's about time!!

Congratulations!!!
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-27 19:24:00
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QUOTE
Hi Jauque,

What number did you call to find out whether they had received it yet? My fiance called earlier but she could not get through.

Thanks in advance


1-603-334-0700

The prompt's are 1 then 2, then wait until it starts ringing and a live person answers.

I once spent a whole day trying to get through on the fax line, which i got off the nvc wiki, if it just rings and rings and rings you've called the wrong number.

Good luck, let me know if you they tell you they have it.


Its strange, I keep on getting a busy tone. Anyone else had this problem trying to call the NVC?


The line does go busy. I'm sure they can only fit a certain number of waiting calls into their queue.



Just wondering... why are people calling the NVC? I'm calling to make sure Ian's address was updated so his packet 3 goes to the right address.

They do still send letters indicating when your paperwork is received by them and forwarded on, right?
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-27 16:10:00
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QUOTE (Jauque @ Jul 27 2009, 12:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE
Hi Jauque,

What number did you call to find out whether they had received it yet? My fiance called earlier but she could not get through.

Thanks in advance


1-603-334-0700

The prompt's are 1 then 2, then wait until it starts ringing and a live person answers.

I once spent a whole day trying to get through on the fax line, which i got off the nvc wiki, if it just rings and rings and rings you've called the wrong number.

Good luck, let me know if you they tell you they have it.


Its strange, I keep on getting a busy tone. Anyone else had this problem trying to call the NVC?


The line does go busy. I'm sure they can only fit a certain number of waiting calls into their queue.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-27 14:00:00
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QUOTE (Perry/Elena @ Jul 27 2009, 10:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I got the email Friday afternoon the 24th. That the NOA2 was sent on the 23rd.

Online, it shows last touch on the 24th as well.

Have not gotten the hardcopy in the mail yet.

Where are these links for what to do next again? unsure.gif


ALSO.. a copy of your paper copy of the NOA2. smile.gif (whoops)
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-27 11:27:00
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QUOTE (Perry/Elena @ Jul 27 2009, 10:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I got the email Friday afternoon the 24th. That the NOA2 was sent on the 23rd.

Online, it shows last touch on the 24th as well.

Have not gotten the hardcopy in the mail yet.

Where are these links for what to do next again? unsure.gif


Go to "Guides" (http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?autocom=custom&page=k1guide) and scroll down to the part where it says, "what to do when your NOA2 is approved).

If you're the USC, your SO needs your completed Affidavit of Support/supporting documentation (I-134). The form and instructions can be found on the USCIS.gov site, under Immigration Forms.

We've been discussing supporting documentation, and I believe the list has come down to the bank letter, the employer verification letter, several pay stubs and 3 years worth of tax statements/W-2's, just to be safe/prepared for adjustment of status. Anyone else have additions to that?

I also sent Ian our complete 129F filing, original boarding passes, an updated letter saying I still want to marry him, and additional emails/etc., to fill in the "we're still having a relationship" space between filing our petition and now.

CONGRATS, btw!

Edited by Ian and Lisa, 27 July 2009 - 11:24 AM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-27 11:21:00
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QUOTE (Danu @ Jul 26 2009, 11:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (minnew @ Jul 26 2009, 11:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Lisa!! I just noticed your ticker! 76 days until your wedding (we hope). Guess what? It's 76 days until mine too!!! October 10th, 2009 in Omaha is going to be a popular day!! WooHoo!! kicking.gif kicking.gif

Oh god that means 2 months until I move! I am not organized at all!!!


I'm still hoping for the 16th of Oct. as long as the consulate is good to me. Thats 3 VJ weddings in a weeks time! AWESOME!


Lol... Ian sounds the same way... he is counting weekends until we think he may be able to move. Our 10/10 date will only work if things work like clockwork from here on out. smile.gif If we have to move it, we'll just jump ahead to near Thanksgiving, which is also fine.

Danu... I hope the embassy moves quickly on your petition. It looks promising.

I know minnew already has her visa in hand. smile.gif (good planning!)
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 23:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2009 K-1 Filers
QUOTE (Emily and Gareth @ Jul 26 2009, 10:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just dropped Emily to the airport this afternoon after a month and a half together... I was in America for two weeks and she was here in Ireland for 40 days.... It was really hard to let her go but a million times easier than it would have been if we didnt get the NOA2 last week.

I am always a blubbering wreck at the airport!


Yes, I would have to say I'm always a blubbering wreck at the airport, as well. The departure lounge is not as happy as the arrival lounge.

I can't wait for the next time I see Ian. We won't have to say goodbye after a week (9 days has been our max visit so far, thanks to work, etc.), and we'll be traveling together when we get on aircraft. star_smile.gif
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 22:45:00
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QUOTE (Allie and Nigel @ Jul 26 2009, 09:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm just damn jealous of these quick April/May approvals and am hoping BIG time my ship's gonna come in! Aaarrrrrgh! LOL.


It IS quite difficult to see others approved before you do, when their NOA1 date is later than yours. I saw that, too. We waited almost 4 months for ours, thanks to the immigrant worker visa extension. Hopefully, yours goes much faster.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 21:36:00
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QUOTE (Ken y Leidys @ Jul 26 2009, 08:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Maverick64 @ Jul 26 2009, 03:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My petition was approved! USCIS website says NOA2 mailed July 24th. Touch was on July 26th. Must have been because the website was down yesterday. I am stoked! Now my sincerest wishes and prayers are for all the April filers and everybody else...that theirs happens very soon.


Dumb Question: How do I register on the USCIS website to get an NOA2 notice via email? I thought I did this already, but I'm not 100% sure I did... I appreciate any VJ'ers help on this one.

-Ken


Once you sign in, put a checkmark in the box under "Select", then hit the "email on" button. The Email column should show "Y".
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 21:20:00
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QUOTE (Maverick64 @ Jul 26 2009, 05:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My petition was approved! USCIS website says NOA2 mailed July 24th. Touch was on July 26th. Must have been because the website was down yesterday. I am stoked! Now my sincerest wishes and prayers are for all the April filers and everybody else...that theirs happens very soon.


YAY! Congrats!! NVC, here you come! (I hope a later touch means your petition has left the building. Mine was touched on the day of the NOA2 and the day after) smile.gif
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 18:16:00
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wow.gif

Why are we talking about timelines we can't help?

Off-Topic2.gif

I think it stinks that not all the April and March filers are not approved yet.

When the NOA2 comes, there are new hurdles. It's a relief at first; it's an important step! But later on we may be listening to people who might get AP at NVC or whose embassy takes a lifetime to schedule an appointment or takes their time sending out packet 3 or takes 2 weeks to finally print off the visa and return the passport (someone London has been doing). There are no websites to check for status after NOA2. It's all long-distance phone calls or hoping someone responds to your email.

Are we really going to restate timelines and who might have had a quicker response the whole way? It's going to be a longer journey that way, IMO.

We're here to honestly support people, or is that not the case?


Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 16:48:00
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QUOTE (minnew @ Jul 26 2009, 12:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ashenflowers @ Jul 26 2009, 09:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats to all the non-hypocrites getting their NOA2s! I'm hoping I can celebrate mine next month while I visit my fiance smile.gif


I hope so too Ashen!! We got our NOA2 a few days before I flew to Omaha, we were both over the moon! What a reunion!!! wink.gif


I know about this Omaha place. smile.gif
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 13:35:00
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QUOTE (usagroom @ Jul 26 2009, 01:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (o&a @ Jul 25 2009, 11:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i am posting both under march/april forums since i am kind of an "in-betweener" - i submitted 03.31.2009, NOA1 was 04.06.2009 and got a touch on 07.17.2009. i just got my NOA2 approval this evening in my mailbox!!! kicking.gif best of luck to all of you! i am keeping my fingers crossed that uscis finishes up with the rest of the march/april filers soon!!!


Congrats o&a, also to the april/may filers/NOA1ers and everyone else in between, out between and not between! There is so much love that threads have no boundaries really. I was thinking about july, it is such a sunny month and also the lucky number 7. Yeah, my NOA1 says April but what the heck, I want some sunny month action. I was touched in July so there's the connection. I also once replied to someone who knew a person who had a relative that liked July too. I even dated someone named Julie once, that is darn close to July phonetically. So there!


Ok, then. no0pb.gif

I'm sure they are reading through your petition. With that touch on the 17th, I'm sure it won't be long.

I'm interested to see what next week brings. With the chart on Igor's List the way it is, I imagine there will be some movement here next week.



Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-26 07:07:00
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Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-25 19:49:00
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QUOTE (Allie and Nigel @ Jul 24 2009, 10:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So, having an extra $$ documented monthly in a court ordered child support/divorce decree isnt extra income? Bullcrap, it is. Money is money. And its in my hands every month, so yes, child support is income............duhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
I'm so tired going round and round on that..........this ######'s pissing me off. Thats my rant of the day, I'll be better tomorrow.
Allison.


Apparently some people have included child support as income and it's worked (after researching and finding this link http://www.visajourn...?showtopic=305). I didn't think anyone was going around and around about it... just asking questions about it. Or did I miss something?

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-25 11:23:00
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QUOTE (Ken y Leidys @ Jul 25 2009, 10:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ashenflowers @ Jul 24 2009, 04:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Welcome back Ken!! Can't wait for an update and some pics smile.gif


Hard times on the Atlantic Ocean for families at these fishing villages. Mom, Leidys and I traveled by Motorcoach to Santa Marta del Rodadero (2 hours north of Barranquilla). Some people live in very primitive housing as shown in these photos.





My Mother had been raised in complete poverty in the Jim Crow South. Born at home, her house was later bulldozed in the early 80s. I faintly remember the house as a small boy before it was demolished and turned into a city services parking lot. There was not much for her to go back to as most of her siblings have now passed, and her only brother now has Dementia.

Mom


Leidys and I on the Motorcoach


Finally, in Santa Marta del Rodadero




Awwww! So cool!! I'm glad you all had a good time!
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-25 10:37:00
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QUOTE (usagroom @ Jul 24 2009, 08:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ian and Lisa @ Jul 24 2009, 08:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
another good reason to bring along some tax returns, I reckon (from the London Embassy thread):
Yvie_and_Brett -- Yesterday, 06:24 AM
Good news and bad news from the Embassy today...
Good news: We were approved!!
Bad news: ... pending additional documentation. Despite Brett making +$70k per year, we need a co-sponsor because he hasn't paid taxes in the US sad.gif


How can you make $70K income and not pay any taxes?


I have no idea, really, except I do know one person who elects to not have his taxes taken out during the year. He just pays what he owes when he files his return. I think that's a recipe for disaster myself, but hey.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 20:42:00
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another good reason to bring along some tax returns, I reckon (from the London Embassy thread):



Yvie_and_Brett -- Yesterday, 06:24 AM
Good news and bad news from the Embassy today...

Good news: We were approved!!

Bad news: ... pending additional documentation. Despite Brett making +$70k per year, we need a co-sponsor because he hasn't paid taxes in the US sad.gif




Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 20:33:00
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QUOTE (Danu @ Jul 24 2009, 06:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
ooh thats a really pretty place usa! We probably won't be having a honeymoon for quiet awhile as we're using up most of Wes's vacation time to drive me home and get stuff set up. We may or may not do something after our bigger ceremony/reception....if we aren't totally broke, but if we are then I'm thinking we might goto Florida in 2011, as I would love to go back to Disney World (last time I was there my ex's mom made us do all 4 parks in 1 day, didn't get to see a think) and the new Harry Potter part of Universal Orlando...hopefully it will be open by then.

for the game of most annoying questions "so when are you moving?"


"Has he started packing his bags yet?" (yes, a day in advance, maybe.. but 60+ days?)
"Has he started applying for jobs?" (one thing at a time, please)

Happy weekend, people!
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 18:15:00
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Revised: I should probably work on that. The transcript number for the IRS said I couldn't have the transcript from 2 and 3 years ago, but I am not sure why. Could be my ex-spouse is on it, or it could be my own address change. I think the mail-in form will probably get me the transcripts I might need. http://www.irs.gov/p...-pdf/f4506t.pdf

Sorry to hog the forum this morning. smile.gif Good morning, btw.


Lisa I hope you are able to get the tax transcripts you need! If they don't send you the transcripts then you will need the 2007 and 2006 tax return AND their supporting W-2's.


I was able to fax off the form I linked today. Only one signature required. I think I'm set. Thanks for your help! I agree it's better to be safe that sorry. It's kinda frustrating when you think you're done with something, and you're really not. lol
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 10:15:00
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Revised: I should probably work on that. The transcript number for the IRS said I couldn't have the transcript from 2 and 3 years ago, but I am not sure why. Could be my ex-spouse is on it, or it could be my own address change. I think the mail-in form will probably get me the transcripts I might need. http://www.irs.gov/p...-pdf/f4506t.pdf

Sorry to hog the forum this morning. smile.gif Good morning, btw.


Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 07:02:00
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It is common wisdom in some circles to prepare your love with three years of returns... Better safe than sorry...
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I also brought 3 years worth of information, just to be safe ... Better to be safe than sorry


hmmmmmmmm, ditto?


I should probably work on that. The IRS won't let you have copies if you are divorced and your ex-spouse is on the paperwork, but I'm sure I could get copies from my former tax preparer.


By the way, here is the info on the I-864: http://www.uscis.gov.../form/I-864.pdf. Number 25 is what you're looking for.
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 05:54:00
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It is common wisdom in some circles to prepare your love with three years of returns... Better safe than sorry...
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I also brought 3 years worth of information, just to be safe ... Better to be safe than sorry


hmmmmmmmm, ditto?


I should probably work on that. The IRS won't let you have copies if you are divorced and your ex-spouse is on the paperwork, but I'm sure I could get copies from my former tax preparer.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-24 05:42:00
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Why would they ask for the past 3 years in tax returns if it didn't matter? I have paystubs saying that I'm making enough, but not a lot other than that. I want to know because I'd rather not send just my information in and have it be denied, but I'd rather not drag my mom or sister into it if I don't need to.


Where did you see something about needing the past 3 years' tax returns? The i-134 says they're only needed if self-employed, or did I totally miss something?

Also, please link me the reference on the child support. I just want to make sure I filled out my form correctly.


Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-23 22:09:00
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Oh, wow, you guys have just been chatting it up since I last checked smile.gif

Neil, both you and ashenflowers are heading to see your SO's soon!

Lisa-I love the "London Baby" on your signature good.gif

I'm going to be the village idiot here and ask about the I-134. I have 3 years of tax transcripts, pay stubs, a letter from my boss-- but what else do we need? Do we need a letter from the bank with date opened, date closed, deposits made, etc? I was under the impression that that wasn't entirely necessary if your income is sufficient (mine is, but I have a co-sponsor for safe measure). Any thing I'm missing? wacko.gif


The form says that you need evidence "as appropriate", which only involves the employer letter and the letter from the bank. I'm not sure how they determine if it's "appropriate", so I got both. I see VJ'ers all over saying the bank letter isn't necessary, so I "phoned a friend" who was recently approved, and they got the bank letter, so I did, too.

The tax forms are only needed if you're self-employed (but I sent last year's tax return and w-2 anyway). I also needlessly included some tax stubs and some bank statements because I have a need to be overly prepared. wink.gif

Btw, I get child support, but I didn't note this in with my income (I saw Allie mention this.. I don't know if you can do this or not). Instead I checked the box that said my child was partially dependent on me for support (for whatever difference that makes).

My income is sufficient according to the poverty guidelines (be sure to calc your household for yourself, your SO and any dependent children).

I'm not an expert until this all flies with the London Embassy. smile.gif star_smile.gif

Edited by Ian and Lisa, 23 July 2009 - 09:09 PM.

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-23 21:04:00
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headbonk.gif <-- Try this one. (hehe)
crying.gif <-- or this one (hehe)


Dear Forum Administrators:

We need a new emoticon which has a bow and arrow.

Thanks!
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-23 18:48:00
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Second case touch just appeared on USCIS today! good.gif


Ours got approved a couple days after the case touch. I hope that's it! smile.gif

You people are next. Remember that. After you get NOA2, you will have to find some random website to stare at, instead of the USCIS website.

Random things to do in your spare time... go talk to your bank about the bank officer letter, otherwise sometimes known as a "letter of good faith" or "HUH?", as Bank of the West knows it. biggrin.gif

Neil... how did your bank handle that request?
Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-23 18:35:00
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usagroom-that makes him illegit in our club, but he did file in april
Again, that is Igor's list I was quoting. Nothing to do with me personally. Nip it in the bud please.
Oh I'm just picking on you man... just don't want to awake youknowwho hahaha



rolleyes.gif <--- imagine that, but without the smiling. That reiterates the fact that the fun's pretty much been taken out of this thread for me, so I won't be posting much here any more, other than to let you know when I get my NOA2... but I will still be reading it to see how people are doing that I want to stay in touch with. speaking of which:

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I didn't get any sleep last night, but it was fine. Lamine's entire family called me every half hour between 1:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m--each person formally inviting me to his sister's wedding. No matter how many times Lamine explains the time difference to them, when they get excited about something, they have to call me first thing in the morning--their time. I love it, though smile.gif

THAT is freaken adorable attaya... haha biggrin.gif

headbonk.gif <-- Try this one. (hehe)

Lisa and IanFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-07-23 18:31:00