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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRFE for AOS packet!
Thanks for your responses, guys. Much appreciated.

1) My husband will fill out another I-864 according to the income on his employment letter instead of his 2008 taxes.
2) Will ask joint sponsor for I-864 A. And a copy of his naturalization certificate, just in case.

Bella--If you don't mind my asking--what was your RFE for? So you sent it in without the RFE mail? No problem?

I plan on calling as soon as they open on Monday morning.

Edited by sachinky, 27 February 2010 - 09:14 AM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-02-27 09:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRFE for AOS packet!
The AVR informed me on Friday night that there was something missing/incomplete on our financial documents. I was hoping to receive the RFE email yesterday as to some indication of what they want but of course, NVC was closed and now we have to wait till Monday to receive it. I've spoken to my husband and we checked our package -- can't see what could be missing. We have the I864 form, the barcoded coversheet, the 2008, 2007, 2006 taxes/W2, his employment letter, a copy of his USC passport, his last 6 months paychecks.

I also spoke to my joint sponsor, he said he had the I864-form, his proof of citizenship, his 2008, 2007, 2006 tax returns/W2/1099s. His employment letter and paystubs. He files taxes jointly as he is married but is way above the guidelines on his own for his household size so he used the individual amount on his W2. He also stated this on his cover letter and said the income used is his own solely as evidenced by his W2 so he didn't use a I864A from his spouse. He's a naturalized USC and he's been through this process before so I assume he knows how to fill in the I-864 properly.

I'm honestly stumped as to what it could be. So now, I'm hoping it's something small like either one of them forgot to sign the form. Or maybe it's a false RFE. So far, this is the list of possible RFEs, I've come up with. I'm trying to cover all possible bases this weekend so we can send it out as soon as the RFE email comes in on Monday.

1) My husband filled his initial I-864 according to his 2008 taxes. He's been working at a new job from last September so his employment letter states a different income amount. Which is the amount that he should use for his current annual income on the I-864?

2) My joint sponsor sent a photocopy of his USC passport as proof of citizenship. Shouldn't this be enough or would they ALSO want a copy of his certificate of naturalization?

3) My joint sponsor files taxes jointly as he is married but is way, way above the guidelines on his own for his household size so he used the individual amount on his W2. He also stated this on his cover letter saying that the income used is his own solely as evidenced by his W2 so he didn't attach a I864-A from his spouse. Maybe they didn't understand this and RFEd because they saw different incomes on the tax return and the I864? Didn't send the I-864A as joint sponsor qualifies on his own.

4) 2009 W2s were not sent.

Any ideas/tips/suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Edited by sachinky, 27 February 2010 - 08:47 AM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-02-27 08:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp with AOS and DS-230
You must be talking about NVC.

Join the March 2010 NVC thread.

And read up on the guides/shortcuts for NVC.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-02 19:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions about I-130 CP: DS-3032, DS-230, I-864
I used forms from the website and filled them out and sent them to my husband as soon as we got our NOA2 along with the rest of the documentation. He was able to overnight them as soon as our IV bill cleared.

You can use the VJ letter format for the DS3032 Choice of Agent.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-02 16:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions about I-130 CP: DS-3032, DS-230, I-864
1) I sent mine in the letter format as soon as we received our case number. Received without any issues.

2) Signatures must be original and not "faked."

3) You have to wait till the bill shows as PAID in a day or two and then print out the cover letter.

4) Once your DS3032 is accepted, your IV bill will be invoiced and you can go ahead and pay it. The email requesting you to make the payment will follow soon after.

5) Again, only print once payment status shows as PAID.

6) No idea--hard to tell.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-02 13:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuery - tax forms I-864
Congrats on your NOA2. Hop over to the March 2010 NVC thread?

IRS tax transcripts are fine. Read up on the guides and have all your documentation ready.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-03 12:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI'm just beginning the process and would just like some idea of what to expect
Congrats on your NOA2. Hop on over to the NVC March 2010 thread. Tons of info and support over there.

Read through the NVC guides and get all your documentation ready.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 03:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase complete in Feb but no notification yet
Call and talk to an operator. Canada is backed up for interviews. Might have to wait another month or so.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 06:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS Packet
Yes -- just print a DS230 form off the interwebz and fill it up and send it to NVC with all of your supporting documentation.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 13:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA quick question on the 130.
Just put N/A.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 14:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Timeline
Agree with Estrella. You can check my timeline out as well. We got a RFE last week. Now we're waiting for a case complete. Interview will be in April or May. I think if you are quick and careful with your documents, you'll make the May interviews for sure since your I-864 stuff is already done.

Join us in the March 2010 NVC thread?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-05 01:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBarcodes and Receipt for I-864 and DS-230
No photos for AOS.

2 for the DS230 package.

Join us in the NVC March 2010 thread?

Edited by sachinky, 05 March 2010 - 01:18 AM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-05 01:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSend DS230 and I-864 in same packet?
Thanks. Hoping desperately for a case complete now.

Join us over in the MARCH 2010 NVC thread?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-05 13:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSend DS230 and I-864 in same packet?
Ohgod. Yeah, do what seems affordable.

Good luck!
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-05 13:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSend DS230 and I-864 in same packet?
Together, separately, shouldn't matter. Why don't you just send the DS230 straight to NVC instead of a roundabout trip to Chicago?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-05 13:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 and NOA2
It completely drives me crazy when idiots do that stuff.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-06 00:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBest MAIL to NVC
Oops, then DHL.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 12:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBest MAIL to NVC
We used UPS Next Day Delivery. Tracking enabled.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 11:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 taking long time
Get your congressman/Senator on it, immediately.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-06 01:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 taking long time
Have you called USCIS?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-05 15:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJoint Sponsor's Liability
The intending immigrant may not use public money until she/he becomes a USC. This is my understanding--you can check with someone else. Only then the joint sponsor is off the hook. And remember, the petitioning spouse is STILL the primary sponsor.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-06 01:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresJoint Sponsor's Liability
If the intending immigrant uses public money such as foodstamps, the U.S. government can sue the primary sponsor for recoupment of the said amount. Failing that, they will recoup the money from the joint sponsor. So unless your spouse uses welfare, your joint sponsor is not responsible for anything else. Have your joint sponsor read through the document first, and ask intelligent questions. Only let them agree. A lot of people nod and agree and when the time comes for them to sign the form, they freak the eff out.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-06 01:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshow to check NVC case status
Have you called NVC and confirmed yet? Your interview date should be assigned soon.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 09:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshow to check NVC case status
Awesome! Congratulations. Call and confirm with a operator that you have a case complete.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 01:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSC living in Canada: Vermont or Consulate?
Is the USC petitioner a legal "resident" of Canada? This is different from just visiting Canada. If yes, then go via the DCF route. Much quicker and easier.

If no, you will have to file the I-130 in the U.S.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-04 03:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAOS packet
Recommended AOS package:

I-864 Coversheet (with barcode) for payment of $70
Form I-864 (signed and dated)
2008 Federal Tax Return/W2 and 1099s or IRS tax transcript.
2007 Federal Tax Return and W2 and 1099s or IRS tax transcript.
2006 Federal Tax Return/W2 and 1099s or IRS Tax Transcript
Letter of Employment
Pay stub(s) from the most recent six months
Bank Statements.

Some people are choosing to send in 2009 W2s.
Remember, the USC petitioner will file a I-864 regardless of income. If your joint sponsor lives in the same household as the petitioner, then they will use I-864A. If they live in a separate residence, then they will fill in another I-864.
For your joint sponsor you will need proof of their citizenship/residency. For household member, you will need proof of relationship and same household/residence.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-06 01:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAOS packet
Read the I-864 instructions carefully. Highlight relevant portions.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-02 13:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow check DS 3032 recived NVC
Have you sent in your AOS packet yet?

Did you pay your IV bill yet?

Only when you have sent your DS230 packet, then start waiting for a case complete.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-09 02:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow check DS 3032 recived NVC
If your AOS coversheet is available to be paid, I'd suggest going right ahead and mailing in your AOS package.

This has nothing to do with your DS3032. Once that is accepted, in about 4-7 days, your IV bill will become available to be paid.

Good luck :)
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-08 04:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAbou DS 230 Hand writing or type ?
I typed it out and then printed 2-3 copies of it.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-09 02:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRFE....UK Police Certificates
Hon, check the UK regional forums.

They might have more suggestions.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-09 02:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhich cover Cover sheet should I send?
GPMAN--I'm 100% certain it is a false RFE. They are just requesting your DS230 packet. SEND IT IN!
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-08 04:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 3032
Just email it, aight? Will take you less than 4 minutes to do it.

Use the Vj template.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-09 10:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 3032
Send the DS3032 in email format from the beneficiary's email address.

Good luck.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-09 02:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAFTER AOS BILL
If you've filed your 2009 taxes already, go ahead and send those in.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-10 00:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApproved!!!
Congrats on your NOA2. Read up on the NVC guides and join the March 2010 NVC thread. :)
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-02-28 16:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdditional Processing??
Hola. Our NOA1 too was taking forever. First our check was showing as pending in the bank account and then it disappeared without the money being taken out. My husband called them and they said there was some problem regarding some of the apps and they would issue us the NOA1 receipt that week. When two weeks passed, we called them and requested to speak to a supervisor. We then found out then that some USCIS drone had cancelled our petition for incorrect filing EVEN THOUGH IT HAD GONE TO THE CORRECT CHICAGO LOCKBOX. After a lot of yelling, they issued us the NOA1 in one day. So don't wait to lose a month like we did right at the beginning. Call, be polite but firm and don't take NO for an answer.

I-130 Filed:09/03/09
I-130 NOA1: 09/29/09
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-06 01:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow long wait ?
When was your last package delivered to NVC?
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-11 02:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAbout Sponsor
Do you or do you live in the same house as your brother?

Yes? He fills in an I864A.

You will also need proof that he is your brother--copy of both your birth certificates should suffice.

And proof of his citizenship.
sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-11 02:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresafter sending DS-3032 via email ?
Pay it!

Edited by sachinky, 12 March 2010 - 12:53 AM.

sachinkyFemaleIndia2010-03-12 00:52:00