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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould NVC know about the rescheduled interview time?

Dear all,
 
Hi,
 
Since it was impossible for us to move to USA in next 6 months, I decided to reschedule my interview time from 7th of November 2013 to about April 2014.So, I sent an email to the IV section of US embassy in Madrid to reschedule my interview time because of my engagement in a university project. Yesterday they replied me that it is okay and we canceled you interview time, but we have our interview timetable till end of December 2013 and you should contact us in March 2014 for new interview time.
 
Now my questions are: 
 
Do I need to inform NVC that I canceled the interview time of 7th of November and I want to postpone it for April?
 
Does it affect the process of my immigration visa if I postpone my interview time for 6 monthsunsure.png ?
 
Thanks for any help and experience.....helpsmilie.gif
 
Bcn-CaL
 
 















No is the answer to all of your questions.

If the embassy has agreed to reschedule your interview and given you confirmation to that effect, then you're ok. I believe once NVC completes it's work and forwards your case, their job is done.

You deal with the embassy/consulate directly going forward. Good luck!




Boggy1974Male02013-10-24 07:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWould you help us, please?

Our petition was approved! ! So we are hoping that issue won't pose a problem! Thanks for your help.

Congratulations on your petition approval!

 

I've read Marc Ellis is a good attorney. Use the search box to find more about him. Good luck!


Boggy1974Male02013-10-24 21:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR1 I-130 cover letter from abroad?
OP, go to the guides at the top of the page. Click on it and reference the IR1/CR1 guide. 99% of the questions you're asking are addressed there.

Good luck!


Boggy1974Male02013-09-05 06:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFinally Sending Packet Tomorrow.... Is Our Stuff Complete?
Photos are little part of the whole body of evidence uscis require. Your package look well organized and meticulously put together.

Besides, you're carrying the best evidence in my opinion...your child together! Relax and enjoy!


Boggy1974Male02013-11-07 03:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFinally Sending Packet Tomorrow.... Is Our Stuff Complete?
Looks good!
Boggy1974Male02013-11-07 02:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCan I have a Double Check before I send? :)
Package looks good.

Do you photos to include? It could be selections from the lifespan of your relationship. If you don't have passport stamps, the iterenaries is ok.
Do you have any bills or money transfer receipts in both names? You can include car rental receipts too.

Good luck!

Edited by Boggy1974, 07 November 2013 - 03:16 AM.






Boggy1974Male02013-11-07 03:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAPPROVED BUT NO LETTER OR STATUS UPDATE DUE TO MY SPOUSE HAVING A COMMON NAME

My lawyer was able to get insight and was contacted too see why we have not sent papers, but they then told her she had to have evidence of my approval -__- and nor her or i received anything

they told her that due to the outstadning number of applicants with the name of carlos(my pose is why the application got messed up and my husbands approval was given to someone else knowing it belonged to him

This is really unbelievable explanation by uscis if what you're saying is true...that because of so many applicants with the name "carlos", your petition "got messed up and your husband's approval given to someone else"??

 

And your lawyer accepted this explanation? I understand uscis mistakes, but this explanation really seem/sound imbecile.


Boggy1974Male02013-05-22 21:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A Residence Question, I-130 Additional Proof
The last bit of your question. Use the sample cover sheet/page in the I-130 guide and ADAPT it to suit your needs and the volume of evidence you're sending in.

Good luck!


Boggy1974Male02013-05-30 07:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A Residence Question, I-130 Additional Proof
For the G-325a, list ALL addresses you and your husband have lived at during the years it asks for (last 5yrs?).

For photos its your choice-- you use as many as you want. But I would select a good set of a cross-section of the span of your relationship to send. Ziplock or printing your pictures on 8x10 photo paper is up to you.

Lastly, the cover sheet. Yes you can use one and there is a sample in the guides section up the top of this page.




Boggy1974Male02013-05-30 07:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescould my husband having another child affect him getting a visa

I hope you save your marriage, all the best!


Boggy1974Male02013-05-30 21:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes Signature on DS-230 have to be in black inc?
Most government forms asks to "print clearly and sign in BLACK INK". So I always use black ink to print & sign.

The only exception is where the form specifically asks me to use "blue ink". Otherwise I always use black ink.

Read this article why it's a good idea to use black ink: http://ezinearticles...Blue&id=5075723
Boggy1974Male02013-03-10 09:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes Petitioner need to provide Police Certificate?
No. As the petitioner you do not submit a police certificate.

The NVC guide up the top of the page clearly lays out the requirements of that stage of the process. Please read it.


Boggy1974Male02013-06-06 07:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresquestion about assets for spouse visa!

if it your primary home you can't liquidate it without harm so you don't include it.  If it is a rental then you can include the net value ( appraised market - amounts owed) only.

I'm confused by this answer. Can you provide the source (s) of this info? A link? A reference material?
Boggy1974Male02013-06-06 07:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuick Question
Read the I-130 guide up the top of the page thoroughly. Or go to uscis.gov, form I-130 and its instructions.

All you need to know at the uscis petition stage is laid out clearly for you.


Boggy1974Male02013-06-06 07:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlease i need advise

 
Yes you can as long as you have access to the internet and you make sure that you have the fees in your bank account.
 
It's critical that you make the first contact and that they have both your email addresses.
 
You will have to logon to the payment portal and input your bank account credentials to pay (maybe take your laptop or smartphone with you). It absolutely important that you take along any documents and copies.
 
I'm pretty certain they'll have UPS/FEDEX/DHL in Morocco.






Excellent advise! OP, if you must travel then by all means follow Gowon's lead here. Good luck!
Boggy1974Male02013-06-06 07:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAfter Interview
You have six (6) months to travel after you receive the visa.
Boggy1974Male02013-05-22 07:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow do I print pictures for evidence at visa interview? I would really apprecicate your help
If you log in, scroll down and you should see the regional forums; I think you should find Jamaica specific info in the Caribbean forum.
Boggy1974Male02013-04-29 16:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow do I print pictures for evidence at visa interview? I would really apprecicate your help
It's ok to write date, place and people in photos at the back.

Have you thought of making your photos into a collage on 8x11 photo paper? That way, you would have 4 or 5 or even 6 individual photos on one paper.


Boggy1974Male02013-04-29 06:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow do I print pictures for evidence at visa interview? I would really apprecicate your help

Could someone else please share their experience?.. So I am able to print photos on regular printer paper? Is it ok to write time, place, occasion under each photo instead of having to verbally describe every single one?
 


Boggy1974Male02013-04-29 06:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDo I need a lawyer? CR1

1000$ is WAY too much to spend. They do not care they don't make sure there are no mistakes on the forms. You pay them the money - they make YOU get all the papers and then all they do is fill in the blanks.

You can do it all yourself - for free - not to mention the fact that you have more time to make sure there are no errors.

VJ has example forms filled out and step by step guides showing what you need. - all free all available right here.



Agreed completely!

 

OP, read up and build some knowledge about the process while saving yourself some money too! Good luck!


Boggy1974Male02013-07-04 22:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmarry with American citizen or with the Egyptian citizen?
So if your wife sent proof of her US Citizenship with the I-130 petition, then that should be enough.

No worries there. Good luck!


Boggy1974Male02013-08-04 16:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresExpedited I-130?
Sorry to hear about the conditions of your mom. But unfortunately, uscis rarely approve these kinds of expedites.

They simply do not care, as you can see by their response. Good luck!


Boggy1974Male02013-05-07 10:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support - did anything change?
Please read the NVC thread and instructions again and again.

The instructions is NOT that overly complicated. If you read it line by line several times you will know the steps and what documents to submit at each stage of the NVC process.

Good luck!




Boggy1974Male02013-08-23 07:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNEW I130 APPLICATION - HONDURAN FAMILY
Give it about one week to two weeks to get the notification.

USCIS tells you to wait 30 to 60days to get the notification BUT you normally receive it sooner.
I also thought the documents you put together looked good!

Good luck and quick approval!!!





Boggy1974Male02013-08-21 16:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFinancial co-mingling suggestions
Sending money/remittances through Western Union, Money gram is another form of financial comingling.

Use those WU and money gram receipts as evidence. That's what we used and we were approved with no problems.

Another is money wire or transfer through your bank here and your spouse's home country bank is another such example. Use those recipients.

We also used receipts of a vehicle I purchased and shipped to my spouse.

We also used the freight receipts from a commercial shipping of our personal effects including my daughter's strollers and other such baby goods. My wife was the recipient and the receipts showed her name and all itemized charges. Use those receipts.








Boggy1974Male02013-08-26 16:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLast few questions before filing :)
You're welcome BP. Best of luck!
Boggy1974Male02013-08-26 07:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLast few questions before filing :)

Thank you.. My husband still wants to include my passport bio page so we just will. Not gonna hurt right?

 

 

 

So, this is our cover letter. Did we remember about everything??? smile.png

 

 

 

USCIS

Attn: I-130

131 South Dearborn-3rd Floor

Chicago, IL 60603-5517

 

Nature of submission: I-130, Petition for Alien Relative (Original Submission)

 

To Whom It May Concern:

 

Enclosed please find my Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative for my wife, "Blueberry Pancake", and supporting documentation.

 

Included in this petition are the following documents:

· Cover letter

· G-1145, e-notification of Application/Petition acceptance

· Check in the amount of $420 USD

· I-130 Petition for Alien Relative

· G-325A (Petitioner)

· Passport-style Photos (Petitioner)

· Copy of US Birth Certificate (Petitioner)

· Copy of Judgment for Termination of previous marriage (Petitioner)

· G-325A (Beneficiary)

· Passport-style Photos (Beneficiary)

· Copy of Polish Birth Certificate, including translation (Beneficiary)

 Copy of Passport Bio page (Beneficiary)

 

Evidence of the Bona Fides of the Marital Relationship:

· Evolution of Relationship letter We did not include this.

· Copy of our Facebook communication history

· Copy of our Skype communication history

· Copy of our WhatsApp (free texting application) communication history

· Copy of Email communication history

· Copy of our Marriage Certificate(s) and supporting letter from Swedish Authorities (w/ translation)

· Copy of Wedding Dinner receipt

· Copy of wedding rings purchase and shipping confirmation

· Copies of our wedding announcement and photos of cards and gifts

· Copies of Facebook wedding well-wishes from friends

· Copies of boarding passes, train tickets and itineraries 

· Copies of passport pages showing entry stamps for visits (Petitioner)

· Copies of Petitioner?s email communication with Mother-in-law

· Photo pages as evidence to our bona fide relationship and marriage

· Miscellaneous evidence of trips abroad together (trips taken and trips planned)

· Copies of shipping labels from packages and cards we have sent to each other

 

 

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an Immigration or Consular officer at a later date. Thank you for taking the time to review my documents. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or require additional documentation. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

 

Sincerely,

 

[Signature]

 

 

(about 200 pages total.. )

 

Thanks! smile.png

See comments in red above.

 

Looks very well put together! You've included more than enough evidence to get a one-shot straight approval (Note: we only had 80pages total).

 

Last thing, we included Beneficiary's birth certificate and passport biographic page, even though some have said it is NOT required at this stage. As you can see some members have gotten RFE'd for this lately so IMHO, it won't hurt to add.

 

Good Luck!!!


Edited by Boggy1974, 23 August 2013 - 03:31 PM.

Boggy1974Male02013-08-23 15:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresneed help
10yrs age difference is NOT overly a wide gap between couples. I would say it's quite common and should not raise a red flag.

Also, lots of people including myself have had divorce and its not been an issue.

What is unusual is the call from the embassy prior to the interview.




Boggy1974Male02013-08-27 06:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWorking on my list; photograph and proof of marrige ?
As long as the uscis part of the process take, I would send it in as soon as gathering the documentation is completed.
Boggy1974Male02013-08-29 18:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWorking on my list; photograph and proof of marrige ?
Dust, write at the back of the pictures:

- Date
- Place
- And whoever is in those pictures.




Boggy1974Male02013-08-26 16:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp my pictures were returned!!!
Absolutely agree with Hollyday!
Boggy1974Male02013-08-29 06:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUS citizen petition vs Permanent Resident petition

 

Incorrect- the visa bulletin shows minor kids and spouses of LPRs as current, ie they get processed immediately, same as US citizens.

Talking about to time of approval at the uscis stage only; California Service Center - 19.8 Month(s) not visa availability.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Boggy1974Male02013-08-29 21:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUS citizen petition vs Permanent Resident petition

I think you have the dates mixed up. I know it takes 2.5yrs for LPRs to get approval (from submission to approval).


Boggy1974Male02013-08-28 16:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFront Load and Side Load.
Never heard "side load". But you hear new things everyday.
Boggy1974Male02013-08-30 15:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEvidence of Bona Fide Marriage
Yes you can use the primary two pages of your rental agreement showing both names and signatures as further bona fide marriage evidence.

With the lease agreement and any other evidence, if you're mailing the I-130 petition into a lockbox then you must do a translation of the documents.

If DCF, the documents do not need to be translated. I do not think there's DCF in France so this point may be moot anyway.

Your husband can also visit you in the US using VWP while the petition is processing/pending. Good luck!






Boggy1974Male02013-09-04 05:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs filing through attorney?
Absolutely agree with NLR. Great advice!
Boggy1974Male02013-09-04 05:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes A-Number follow you Forever?
Yes.
Boggy1974Male02013-09-08 11:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFiling I 130 with an old A Number? (And any other advice you'd care to give.)
No - don't fill out or submit the I-864 at the petition stage. You will do that later down the road at NVC stage.

Yes check "yes" under immigration proceedings.

If he was under removal proceedings, even thought he left the country voluntarily, I believe you will still have to state so - "removal". But let's wait a bit, another member with experience in that area will come along to give you a more substantive response to that part of your question.

It's not a problem. Always feel free to ask any questions you may have. This process is stressful enough to carry on by yourself. I'm pulling for you both!






Boggy1974Male02013-09-05 18:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFiling I 130 with an old A Number? (And any other advice you'd care to give.)
It is a good idea if you're added to your husband's bank account. It doesn't have to have excessive transaction activities for it to be acceptable as evidence. As long as it shows both names, its good.

Also, note that all you're trying to do is pulling pieces of documents together to make a body of evidence that help proof or substantiate the bona fide marriage/relationship.

Of course down the road, at the NVC and interview stage, make sure to have more such evidence available to include in your package. Best of luck!




Boggy1974Male02013-09-05 06:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFiling I 130 with an old A Number? (And any other advice you'd care to give.)
3. Copies of the kids CRBA is good enough.
4. Copies of your passport is good too.

Good luck!



Boggy1974Male02013-08-31 06:56:00