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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa
http://www.visajourn...nterview packet

Here's the link to all the supporting documentation I took to my interview. I was CR-1 category, Mumbai Consulate, inter-racial couple but hopefully, it'll be of some help to you.

Edited by sachinky, 24 May 2011 - 08:55 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-05-24 20:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat is Considered A Liquid Asset?
Liquid asset is anything that can be converted quickly in cash without loss in value or hardship to the sponsor. Basically, anything that's 'as good as cash.'

Eg: gold.

No, ONE car cannot be counted as an asset on the I864.

I'm not sure about the 401k -- someone more knowledgeable will be able to help you out there.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-08-11 17:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about personal info on emails, chat logs, letters, etc...
As indicated, Delhi is a high-fraud post and usually inter-racial couples have a tough time. Especially if there's a significant difference in age or religion or if said relationship has been mostly conducted online.

As far as India is concerned, do not submit ANYTHING that indicates that you both call each other as husband and wife. That is just asking for trouble. There are MANY couples who have been denied a K-1 just because their engagement pictures looked like a bollywood wedding production. (Frankly, I have never understood using 'wife' and 'husband' as terms of endearment when they are clearly legal terms indicating marital status but I suppose, to each, their own.)

Good luck on your visa journey!
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-13 18:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about personal info on emails, chat logs, letters, etc...
Are you both Indians?

Will you be interviewing at Delhi?

I will respond based on the answer to those two questions.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-13 10:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Certificates
As far as I know, he will need a PCC from Thailand and UK as well.

I know a few people had to get it from Brussels or Dubai where they were working.

The obvious place to start would be the British and Thai Embassy.

As you know, no PCC is required for US.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-14 11:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresConvictions & CIMT and likelihood of visa aproval.
Consult a lawyer. A beneficiary with a history of getting into trouble with the law is not going to be looked upon favorably by agents of the US government.

Good luck and keep us posted!

Edited by sachinky, 14 August 2011 - 12:18 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-14 12:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAm I being stupid?
Take a long hard look at the I864. A lot of people don't.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-27 23:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWedding Guest List....too early to submit?
Approach NWD with severe caution.

Bombay and Madras don't seem to be PITAs, though.

My husband didn't attend the interview (I felt that it was better that I attend the interview alone given that, according to him, remembering my "birthday AND our anniversary date is too much stuff" for him to remember) and our interview lasted for less than 3 minutes.

Edited by sachinky, 03 September 2011 - 12:24 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-09-03 12:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUncommon situation
When my CR-1 was issued, my other visas (including an unexpired F-1) were stamped "cancelled without prejudice."

Edited by sachinky, 19 September 2011 - 10:16 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-09-19 22:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFailed interveiew
What Embassy is this that your dealing with?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-15 12:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswho in their right mind would sign the I-864????

... or has known his/her fiance for a limited period of time.


THERE'S your problem.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-17 19:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswho in their right mind would sign the I-864????
Meh, Mr. Sachinky barely looked at it. I just told him where to sign the dotted line.

I had three co-sponsors lined up (my cousin, my FIL, a friend of ours) with signed I-864s on the day of the interview.

All of these people have known me for a considerable period of time, they know I would never take any form of government support, that I am hard-working and am gainfully employed. They also know that my parents are well off enough to pay back any amount should things ever come to that, God forbid. (Only LPRs and USCs can be joint sponsors, otherwise, if it were allowed, my parents would have easily signed the I864 as joint sponsors. They also offered to move the requisite money in my bank account but as that is not recommended we didn't go down that route.)

These people also know that I am not the type to turn around and sue someone who was kind enough to help me out. I mean, what kind of a pathetic person does that, any way? Furthermore, chances are, if my marriage were to hit rock bottom, I'd be on the first flight out to India.

As long as I knew the person well enough (close friend, cousin, family) etc and trusted them not to eff me over, I'd probably agree to sign as a joint sponsor in the future.

Edited by sachinky, 16 October 2011 - 06:47 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-16 18:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLawyer VS Visa Journey
I did mine all by myself. With some help from my husband who signed as and when needed. I consulted the international officer adviser in college before we got married and spoke to one travel agent and the US Consulate after getting married. Got my visa with no issues and we'll be filing for ROC in four months.

I will echo Rebecca's cautious approach. Only you and the beneficiary know your case and whether it requires legal expertise.

Read through the guides thoroughly, look through all the forms and then come back here if you have any questions, we're here to help.

Welcome to VJ. :star:
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-22 09:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs this marriage feasible?
You should not be concerned with US immigration at this point if you have no plans to live in the US for the next 3-4 years. You should start the process when you're approximately one year away from relocating to the US.

You'll have to check the Rwandan requirements for a spouse to accompany an employee on a work visa.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-16 12:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExcessive politeness and formality at the interview
There is a difference between being polite and formal ("Good morning, how are you?") and sucking up like there's no tomorrow.

Your average Indian at the US embassy is probably too busy sh!ttin' his pants all the while worrying about his/her limited English language skills to notice the subtle but very real line between the two. This can often lead to the applicant being perceived as over-eager or 'trying too hard to please.' This has been my experience from the three times I have inside the U.S. Embassy and many times the applicants come off looking like they are grovelling. I say stick to a casual, conversational tone. It's like a job interview. Dress well, speak succinctly, be articulate in your responses, don't shuffle too much or look nervous. I know, easier said than done but you want the job, you want the visa. You know it, the consulate officer knows it.

Nonchalance works best, I'd venture to guess. I remember my F-1 interview, I walked in with the attitude, "if I get this student visa, great, I'll be studying in the US in the fall, if not, hey, I already have two of the best universities in India as a back-up." Both of which, I'd already applied and been admitted to. Admittedly, I was MUCH more nervous during my CR-1. :P

Edited by sachinky, 28 October 2011 - 03:16 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-28 15:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures125% ,medcaid ,child support

What exactly does that mean? Will the Consulate NOT accept the child supoort as income?


I have no idea about child support being counted as income or not but from everything that this OP has posted, his case will throw up at least four to six red flags in NWD.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-30 10:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures125% ,medcaid ,child support
Aniket, let me be upfront and tell you right now that if you are going through the NWD embassy there is going to be hell to pay.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-30 09:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for a tourist visa while awaiting NOA 2 from K1 application
When I was waiting for our NOA2, I thought about applying for a B-2. I called the Consulate before I spent $131 on the application. I was told that for a tourist visa you need to demonstrate non-immigrant intent. As a CR-1 (and a K-1 too, practically speaking) you have clearly demonstrated your immigrant intent. As one cannot possess dual intent simultaneously (I'm not sure if we can include the H1B here), I was told not to waste my time applying for a B2 despite a prior approval and five year student visa. Tourist visas are issued on the strongest ties rule. It is very hard to overcome the issues of ties to your homeland when you have a USC spouse or fiance.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-10-28 23:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDon't want to get married anymore....
Nope. A K-1 entrant has no other option apart from adjusting their status via marriage to the original USC petitioner.

Relationship issues are to be sorted out BEFORE filing for the fiance visa. It is for committed people who are ready and sure that they are going to walk down the altar. You both signed letters of intent, stating to this effect.

If things are not working out, return home. I'm not sure how in two months you have 'nothing' left to go back to.

Edited by sachinky, 20 November 2010 - 12:42 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-11-20 12:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport being sent via courier from Delhi
Any update?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-11-20 16:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCALLING ALL THOSE WHO WILL DEAL WITH NEW DELHI
Immigration is NOT a basic right, it is a privilege.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-11-20 17:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfor those who have been denied the K-1 HELP!!!!
You DO not need to be in India for 30 days prior to marriage. We got married under the Special Marriage Act (civil ceremony) and while Mr. Sachinky's signature was required on the notice of intending marriage, his presence in India wasn't.

This was in Calcutta, though.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-11-20 17:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew update for anyone who is following!! yOU GOTTA HEAR THIS

They should also recognize that if an Indian is willing to marry an non-Indian American, then that Indian is probably very different from the cultural norms of India and perhaps should be judged by the cultural norms of America instead.


I agree with you to an extent. I too am a half of an inter-racial couple and I interviewed at Mumbai. While NWD seems to be on another level altogether, I will add my two cents.

The problem here is that of cultural norms. Inter-racial marriages are NOT the norm in India, even by a long shot. I will also insert here that there exists a double standard for men and women as well as blacks and whites (amongst Indians). The Embassy is very aware of these norms and prevalent attitudes. I can see the argument that an Indian willing to marry a non-Indian American is probably much more open minded and should perhaps be judged by American conventions instead. That works only to some extent. Attitudes cannot exist in a vacuum. This is where other factors such as social economic status, background, education, etc come into play. Bottom line: does the beneficiary's life experiences match up to his/her "Americanized" outlook towards marriage/relationship?

What I mean is a highly-educated, liberal, well-traveled man, belonging to the higher echelons of society wanting to marry a non-Indian American is easier to buy than a middle class, maybe/maybe not college educated young man living at home with his elderly parents in a rural/conservative part of the country wanting to marry a black woman he met online is simply not going to fly. Not in NWD. Which sees fraud on a daily basis. Much more than Chennai or Mumbai.

I have met many Indian men who are educated, progressive and are friendly with people of other races and religions. However, their son or daughter wants to marry someone of a different race/religion/caste? Not till hell freezes over. I have male friends who have no problems in having a white girlfriend but have no qualms admitting that they'll never marry them. As far as the Embassy is concerned, the beneficiaries do not have noble intentions; they simply want a ticket to the US. They will divorce their USC petitioner eventually and bring over a good, simple, homely Indian wife in a few short years. This does not even bother their conscience as their first spouse is not considered to be a "true" wife. I have seen men trolling internet cafes for American chicks. Sometimes parents are even in on the scam.

Now are there Indians who do live lives that are more appropriate with American conventions and norm and possibly have more "enlightened" outlooks towards life? Sure, I am one. I studied in the US and met my husband in college. We have common friends, we are of same age belong to the same (relative) socio-economic status. We also have the same educational background. I have traveled all over the world and the interviewer even remarked on the many entry/exit stamps in my passport. In this case, does it make sense that I would defy Indian societal norms and marry a white boy who I was living together "in sin" with? More importantly, are my parents like other average Indian parents? No, since they sent me to the US at age 18 (I mean, what good Indian parent does that? :P ), had no problems when Mr. Sachinky and I were living together. And they just couldn't stop gushing about their gora jamai. I am talking about my own case here since that is the only one I am qualified to give an opinion on and am not well-versed with anyone else's case. Just this: at the end of the day, the picture that is being painted has to make sense.

Disclaimer: I apologize for this lengthy post. Again, I am not saying that this particular Embassy is reasonable or am defending it. It is also not my intention to cause offence by attacking anyone else's relationship. I also am not trying to be racist and/or classist here (even if I am coming off as one). I am merely trying to correct this notion that Embassies deny visas just because the CO was having 'a bad day.'

Edited by sachinky, 20 November 2011 - 06:02 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-11-20 17:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen will I know if I need a co-sponsor?
If you are unsure now, always have a joint sponsor lined up. Be ready at the interview with the requisite paperwork. Even though by the time the interview rolled around, Mr. Sachinky had a job that put him well over poverty line guidelines, my joint sponsor's documents were still required as his income was considered to be too recent. Also, because he had been in college, his taxes for the prior three years didn't look so hot either.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-12-03 12:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHas anyone met fiancé while they were illegally in USA?
If you have been living in Mexico for the last 3 years, proving extreme hardship is going to be tough in this case for the waiver.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-01-07 20:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHas anyone met fiancé while they were illegally in USA?
What did you answer to the question "how did you meet?" on the 129f petition?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-01-07 15:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpedite due to work reasons
Forget about it.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-01-16 10:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow do I get my to be 24 year old daugter to the usa
I will have to echo the previous poster that said that this daughter in question is an adult, not a minor child. I moved to the US when I was eighteen and that was a decision I took as an only child of my parents. Do I miss them? Of course. Do I wish they were closer to me? Sure. But I don't plot how to get my parents to the US on a daily basis. Life takes us all in different ways.

If this is going to be an issue, then you need to look into moving to the Philippines, rather than looking for an illegal route. Have you considered that?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-02-18 10:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDidnt met my fiancee in the last two years

i dont have attorny i am doing everything by self, i do research to find things. here are some resones i have sent to immigration
Subject: Explanation of reasons causing Extreme Hardships

I, do hereby state that we met each other using an online matrimonial channel. It was good day of 15th June 2011. We started knowing each other for a good time and eventually I finally filed the petition. However, there were some critical reasons that would caused me hardships if I went to meet______ in Pakistan.
1- I am a new revert and learning about Islam. As I have lived all my life in US I fear that I would be unable to cope with the culture and values of country entirely new for me. _____knows English but his mother specially, don't so language also a barrier to get with the rest of family if in case I would have visited Pakistan.
2- As explained by (the religious leader) that living together before marriage is not allowed, it is somehow restriction from the religion. As we have decided to celebrate our marriage here in US we will definitely, as soon as practicable, arrange the marriage on____ arrival. (Letter Attached)

3- Another important factor as I have already mentioned in my application in supporting documents page title off course during our discussion I expressed my thoughts to Asim that "I am happy that you are willing to relocate leaving my family was a big issue for me". I was talking about either a visit or a relocation. Because I have a two and half year old son out of a relationship before I revert. Leaving my son is like someone puling out my soul
4-
My mother does not want me to visit outside the US and as I love my mother too much I can not go against her will. (Reasons already explained in her letter)

5- I am studying at _______College. By the time I filed the application, it was my term time, which would have caused disruption in my studies if I had left half way through. I am running through my classes and not intending any activity that prevent me to continue my studies smoothly.(Document Attached)

Finally I cannot wait to give my would be a warm welcome, to meet once and forever. I would be grateful if you allow to proceed so that we can start and live our life together.


Yeah. No. Not going to fly. Posted Image
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-02-20 22:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Interview
Any updates?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-05-29 14:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Interview
You cannot attend the interview without a passport with at least 6 months validity on it.

50 days? BS. This is India. Pay for "Tatkal" -- it should come within 7 days, more if you can grease a few palms.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2012-04-20 20:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmuch older woman/younger man

Would have been wiser to marry in India and have spent that last year living together as husband and wife. That sort of evidence tends to trump everything else. If possible, go back, marry and spend some months together living as husband and wife.


I fully endorse Pushbrk's advice here.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-12-05 16:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmuch older woman/younger man

I will be attending the interview - ABSOLUTELY! Wild horses couldn't keep me away! LOL And yes, I already suspected the age difference would be an issue - I guess I just like to think positive and think we will be one of the lucky ones that gets approved right away anyways. I have letters from my Mom and a long-time friend that has spoken with my fiance on the phone and Skype, but they are not notarized as I was told that wasn't necessary. But we also have notarized letters from his sister, brother and mom. Hope that's OK!

Yes I know, and I'm again hoping we just get through this frustrating time and get approved without any issues, RFE, A/P, denial, etc etc. Best of luck to all of us!


Mumbai doesn't allow USC petitioners inside for the interview, just as a FYI.

Also, given the circumstances and the fact that this is a consulate in India that you're going to be dealing with, affidavits from your mom stating that 'she has spoken to him on Skype' will mean squat. I really don't know how to put this in a better way.

For this to have ANY other outcome apart from an AP or a denial, will be a miracle greater than the immaculate conception of Christ.

I apologize if I have caused offence but I am not in the habit of sugarcoating the truth.

Edited by sachinky, 05 December 2011 - 04:10 PM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-12-05 16:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmuch older woman/younger man

Just curious - why does it matter which consulate it is? BTW, we are in Kolkata. Is it a possibility there? I may even be able to rummage up some connections there.


Calcutta doesn't have an IV unit. Your SO will be interviewing at Mumbai. Forget about connections, the COs are above influence. I doubt even a phone call from the White House would change their mind.

I gather you're not of Indian origin and belong to different race and religion. How did you two meet? This will become crucially important given your vast age difference which is definitely NOT okay within Indian cultural norms. You will also need his parents/family approval for this to even have a shot. Time to start your research!
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-12-05 15:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa: Marrying outside U.S. once approved?
Before you proceed, I'd recommend you read both the guides for K-1 and CR-1. Compare the pros and cons and see what works out best for the both of you.

Like I said before though, marriage before U.S. entry voids the visa as a K-1 is solely reserved for fiances.

Good luck! :)
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-20 03:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa: Marrying outside U.S. once approved?
A K-1 visa is for fiance(e)s. Once you're married, you're married and no longer a fiance. The K-1 visa's sole purpose to let the intending immigrant enter the U.S. and marry the USC petitioner in 90 days. Marriage outside the U.S. before entry voids the visa.

You could always have a small legal wedding in front of the justice of peace and then go back to your homeland to have a big ceremony.

If you do get married in Uganda, the CR-1 is the only option available to you at this point of time.

Edited by sachinky, 20 March 2010 - 02:52 AM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-20 02:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPCC from Reg Passport Office Kolkata, India

I never provided nor they asked for my wife's US passport.


Yeah, for me they asked why I needed the PCC and I said for US marriage-based immigration purposes. So they wanted a copy of our marriage certificate and a copy of Mr. Sachinky's passport page to ID and to ascertain that he was, indeed, a USC. At least, that's what they told me.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-09 15:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPCC from Reg Passport Office Kolkata, India
For Calcutta, the request had to be made to the Superintendent of Police. The clearance comes from Intelligence Bureau. The actual home check is made by someone in your local police station serving your residence district.

For the Passport clearance, all they needed was a copy of my marriage certificate and a copy of my husband's US passport.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-09 10:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPCC from Reg Passport Office Kolkata, India
I got the Police Clearance first. Took me 3 weeks in Calcutta and then submitted it to the RPO, got my second PCC in a week.

From the Mumbai website: Indian citizens residing in India for six months or more since turning 16 years of age must present Indian police clearance certificates from both their district police station and the local area passport office. Applicants whose passports were issued within six months of the visa interview may present just the passport office certificate. These certificates are valid for one year from the date of issuance.

Edited by sachinky, 09 August 2011 - 10:37 AM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-09 10:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPCC from Reg Passport Office Kolkata, India
When I had my interview, Mumbai required a Police Clearance Certificate and a Passport Clearance from the RPO. I don't know if the rules have changed or not. If your passport is less than 6 months old, I know one of them is NOT required. But I can't remember which one off the top of my head. I got the passport clearance done through the travel agency and took care of the police clearance on my own. They are basically both clearances, and comes from different sources. Once I got the passport office clearance, I submitted a copy of that so that the second clearance didn't take too long either. Both combined were about 21 days. A police officer came to my house to verify the address and place of residence and asked a bunch of dumb questions, drank tea and took the Rs. 500 note my mom gave him happily to speed up the process. Hope this helps!
sachinkyFemaleIndia2011-08-09 10:26:00