ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCapital letters on G-325A
Note that the example form reflects the older (but still valid) version of the G-325A, which had four (identical, "carbon copy") pages instead of one. USCIS says only one page needs to be submitted with the new form, but many experienced VJers recommend printing and signing 4 copies to avoid unnecessary delays due to possible RFEs.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 19:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCapital letters on G-325A
In order to be consistent with the I-129F, I entered the family name in caps on the G-325A.

You won't go wrong if you follow the VisaJourney example G-325A in filling out your forms.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 19:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandon K1 and go for DCF?
QUOTE (Anh map @ Aug 19 2009, 07:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If they lived together in US military housing would that count toward her establishing residency in Italy? I don't know, just bringing up a question that may be worth asking.


According to the USCIS FAQ for military personnel linked above, it appears that military personnel stationed overseas can file the I-130 via DCF without a residency requirement. I'd call or email the military help center to double check, though.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 19:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandon K1 and go for DCF?
Another point to consider: per the USCIS FAQ for Members of the Armed Forces, the 6-month residency requirement for DCF does not seem to apply to military members stationed overseas. So if you get married over there, he could file the I-130 at the consulate in Italy right away.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 14:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandon K1 and go for DCF?
Something you may want to factor into your decision: the fact that your fiance is being deployed overseas renders you eligible for an expedite on your pending I-129F. Have him call the USCIS Military Helpline at 1-877-CIS-4MIL (1-877-247-4645). He'll need to submit a copy of his orders to get the expedite.

USCIS Military Info: http://www.uscis.gov...0004718190aRCRD
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandon K1 and go for DCF?
QUOTE (Anh map @ Aug 19 2009, 07:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If they lived together in US military housing would that count toward her establishing residency in Italy? I don't know, just bringing up a question that may be worth asking.


According to the USCIS FAQ for military personnel linked above, it appears that military personnel stationed overseas can file the I-130 via DCF without a residency requirement. I'd call or email the military help center to double check, though.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 19:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandon K1 and go for DCF?
Another point to consider: per the USCIS FAQ for Members of the Armed Forces, the 6-month residency requirement for DCF does not seem to apply to military members stationed overseas. So if you get married over there, he could file the I-130 at the consulate in Italy right away.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 14:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbandon K1 and go for DCF?
Something you may want to factor into your decision: the fact that your fiance is being deployed overseas renders you eligible for an expedite on your pending I-129F. Have him call the USCIS Military Helpline at 1-877-CIS-4MIL (1-877-247-4645). He'll need to submit a copy of his orders to get the expedite.

USCIS Military Info: http://www.uscis.gov...0004718190aRCRD
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI CALLED VSC TODAY... NOT SURE IF THIS MEANS ANYTHING
Definitely hang onto the referral request number. According to the new USCIS Case Status Update Procedures posted recently, if you don't hear back within 30 days, you can email them at vsc.ncscfollowup@dhs.gov.

Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 19 August 2009 - 01:10 PM.

Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-19 13:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 guide No. 4
You don't necessarily need a supplemental sheet. What you do need is a specific date or dates within the past two years when you were together in person, and evidence to back it up.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-20 07:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1 help please !!!!!!!!!!! urgent
QUOTE (baron555 @ Aug 21 2009, 09:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Laura & Aira @ Aug 20 2009, 03:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all,

Please i need help!!!

my situation:

I have got k1 visa in july, move in US after 10 days everithing without problem.

after 5 weeks I sudden come back in italy for family reason , the big problem is that we didn't married yet.

now i want to go back in US , but can i do it?? the visa is not anymore valid??? my three month time for marriage end at 8 october.

what should i do?????????????

i have done a very stupid thing but can i do something now???

everything is lost?

any advise is very wellcome!!!!



I dont' see any big humanitarian reason why they would revalidate your visa. Leaving for family reason I don't think qualifies.
You left before you were married and now you most likely will be stuck there. You two will have to do it all again.


I suspect it will all depend on whether the "family reason" was in fact a family emergency or not. The OP has not followed up with any details or updates.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 08:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-160: Re-do Form or Just Send Confirmation Page?
Pizzadude, it's a different form. The DS-160 is the new electronic nonimmigrant visa form in use at a limited number of consulates (see http://travel.state....forms_4230.html for the list—Manila isn't one of them). Unlike the DS-156, this one stores the data you enter. The older electronic DS-156 that most consulates are still using does not store or submit any data when you click Continue, it just uses the data to generate a barcode.

Spoom, the State Department's FAQ on the DS-160 (http://travel.state....forms_4401.html) says you only need to bring the confirmation page to your interview. This makes sense, as all the data you entered should have been captured in their database and will pop up when they scan the barcode. I would be hesitant to redo it for the reason you mentioned, i.e., possibly creating multiple records.

Of course, you could always contact the consulate and see what they suggest.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-20 20:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Petition: 1st NOA Question
As a VSC filer, your receipt number will start with EAC followed by a string of ten digits. good.gif
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 09:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Petition: 1st NOA Question
QUOTE (PositiveVibes @ Aug 21 2009, 10:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I sent off my I-129F on 8/15 priority mail with certified mail receipt. According to the certified mail receipt, it arrived at VSC on 8/17 and my check for the $455 fee was processed on 8/19.

So, I am curious when and how do you receive the first NOA.....is it via US Mail or e-mail? I know everything is obviously there, but now I am just wondering how the NOA is officially sent? Mail or E-mail?

Thanks!


It does arrive via snail mail. If you use online banking, however, you can view your receipt number and begin tracking the case status on the USCIS website. The receipt number is printed in the endorsement area on the back of the check, so you can find it by viewing the check image on the bank's online banking website.

Congrats on starting your journey! smile.gif
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 09:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support
The question says "I am employed..." not "I was employed..." List your current job. Same goes for income—how much do you make at your new job?

Since you've been there a relatively short time, you won't be able to substantiate your income with tax returns or W-2s. Instead, provide several of your most recent pay stubs and a letter from your employer stating your annual salary.

Past tax transcripts (recommended), returns, and W-2s, while they do not reflect your new position, do substantiate your ability to maintain gainful employment and income, so it can't hurt to provide 1 or 2 past years' worth as well.

Finally, you only need to provide evidence of assets if your income does not meet the 125% poverty line requirements (or is close to the line). Keep it simple: if you don't need to use assets to meet the requirements, just leave those questions blank.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 13:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressudanese marriaed certificate
QUOTE (Y's_habibitk @ Aug 21 2009, 03:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes, the key is that it was a proxy marriage. You havent made any visits to her since '06? If that is the case then... I think its wise advise to write a letter for your wife to bring to the interview. If you have made visits and have seen her, then you probably will have issues at the consulate since you would have a hard time proving it wasnt consumated during one of those trips.


The OP says in his other thread (http://www.visajourn...howtopic=214100) that he hasn't been back to Sudan since 2001.

But I agree: they probably will have to address that issue (among others) at the consular interview.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 14:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressudanese marriaed certificate
QUOTE (jamall @ Aug 21 2009, 03:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE
You will need to call USCIS and Cancel your I-129f application and start I-130.



yep


rolleyes.gif Nope.

Unconsummated proxy marriage is not recognized under US law. Their I-129F was approved.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 14:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressudanese marriaed certificate
QUOTE (payxibka @ Aug 20 2009, 06:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am not sure she can explain it... If she is legally married to you then she is not eligible for a fiance(e) visa. Plain and simple.



QUOTE (Anh map @ Aug 20 2009, 06:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
K1 is not for married people. CR1/IR1 or K3 is for married couples. You got the wrong advice.

The best visa for your circumstance is the IR1 as you have been married for two years already. Spouse gets a 10 year green card upon arrival.

With the K1 there are more steps, interviews, and more fees.

You need to withdraw the K1 petition and file for the IR1.



QUOTE (enraptured @ Aug 20 2009, 11:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
so you've been MARRIED since 2006, and someone advised you to file a FIANCEE visa? who would do that??



QUOTE (so2008 @ Aug 21 2009, 08:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (azagurfa @ Aug 20 2009, 09:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
just I-129f


You will need to call USCIS and Cancel your I-129f application and start I-130.


More very pertinent facts on the OP's situation in this thread: http://www.visajourn...howtopic=214100

The OP and his spouse were married by proxy and have not consummated the marriage. They are not legally married under US law, regardless of whether their marriage is recognized under the law of any other country. They are ineligible for the IR-1/CR-1.

Nevertheless, there will be some serious explaining to do at the interview. That said, the consulate in Sudan is probably familiar with proxy marriage and its standing under US law, so he may still be okay. If it were me, I'd send my SO a letter explaining the situation to take to her interview.

And, in a case this complicated, a lawyer is probably a wise investment.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 08:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnot consolidated marriage under US law
QUOTE (Minya's wife @ Aug 21 2009, 11:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (azagurfa @ Aug 21 2009, 07:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
its been 8 years since last i met with my fiance and that due to alot of issues concerning civil war and genocide in darfur but i have many documents that prove we have on going relations throughout these years and that it's almost impossible to get there for those reasons. I quess that was the reason the approval of my case .


It is not "consolidated"...I think you mean "consumated", as in you haven't had intimate husband/wife relations? unsure.gif

Yes, I think that's what he meant—and that's key to this case. See below.


QUOTE
For the K-1 petition to be approved you have to prove that you have physically seen/been with your fiancee withing the past 2 years. It is the only hard rule that seems to be a constant. In very rare cases, (and I don't think I've seen of a successful case in my time here on VJ) an exemption can be made to this rule if you can prove that due to religious or cultural rules you are not able to meet your fiancee.
I understand that the civil upheaval in your fiancee's country prevents you from going there, but as far as USCIS is concerned, you can both go to a 3rd country to meet and satisfy the petition requirement of meeting before filing the petition.

He says USCIS already approved the petition, so apparently his documentation satisfied the requirements for a waiver of the 2-year rule.


QUOTE
As for you having filed the I-129F (the K-1 visa petition) and having included a marriage by proxy documents, you have pretty much garnered yourself a petition denial. The I-129F stipulates that you are both unmarried....being married to each other, even if by proxy, would mean you have to file for a spousal visa, not fiancee visa.

Please read JimVaPhuong's post above. US law does not recognize marriage by proxy unless it has been physically consummated subsequent to the proxy marriage. The marriage is not recognized under US law regardless of whether another country recognizes the marriage as valid. They are ineligible for a spousal visa.

Again, his petition was approved by USCIS. His concern is with the interview. It's an incredibly complicated case, and a lawyer would probably be immensely helpful in preparing them for the interview.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 10:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnot consolidated marriage under US law
QUOTE (azagurfa @ Aug 21 2009, 11:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thanks brother you seems like quite knowledgeable person .
'' If it were me, I'd send my SO a letter explaining the situation to take to her interview.''
please if you can be so kind what's ''SO''.
Regards,


SO = significant other, a common term used on the forums for one's spouse or fiancee.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 10:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEntering with another visa before K1 complete?
QUOTE (Vanessa&Tony @ Aug 21 2009, 09:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (derky @ Aug 21 2009, 05:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi y'all,

This may have been answered already, but i couldn't find a appropriate thread after hrs of searching. My fiancée is planning to come to the U.S. prior to the completion of our K1 visa & we are already at the P3 stage of the K1 visa process. Would this delay the approval or even deny our visa process?

After searching the following is all I found, although it does not exactly fit my case. "When someone comes to the USA with the intent to marry you on anything but a K-1 visa, it can be a very big problem. The government regards this old shortcut as fraud and many times it results in deportation. Even attempting to apply for another type of Visa before the K-1 could damage your chances. There is really only one right way." - http://www.easyfianc...-visa-faqs.html

If anyone has the right answers, suggestions or want to correct my understanding, please feel free to comment. Thanks!

-Der


There are lots and lots of threads on entering while doing the K1 process. Either way, you CAN enter as long as you have proof, BUT if you get denied entry I've read it cancels your Visa because there are special things for people getting denied a visa.

You're so close! I would just wait. if you see my timeline (you're not Australia but still) it's looking like it'll be around 2 months from P3 to my arrival smile.gif *fingers crossed*

Good luck!


It doesn't "cancel your visa" (the K-1 has not been issued yet), but it can complicate the interview—the visa forms ask if you have ever been denied entry to the US, and a positive answer will invariably raise questions from the consular officer.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 09:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmade appt. with lawyer
QUOTE (^KK^ @ Aug 18 2009, 04:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Miranda&John @ Aug 18 2009, 04:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We hired a lawyer as well. It gives us piece of mind to have someone complete them who is familiar with the process.

Last year John had decided to do his divorce on his own since it was straight-forward (with the help of an online case mgmt account), but that ended up causing way more headaches with things not being filled out, and the forms being returned from the court for seemingly endless corrections... for us it was worth the money to have someone else deal with that side of things!

Good luck to you!

REally? I think I should go into immigration law. I mean that's basically giving away your money. The only fill out the forms and probably don't even have to provide any legal advice.


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Unless the case is complicated—a small fraction of all IR-1/CR-1/K-1 and derivative visa filings—engaging a lawyer equals paying hundreds of dollars for transcription services.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-18 15:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow often to call VSC about missing case status?
Gary, while your cynicism is justified, it's also based on experience that's over a year old and not getting any newer. Please keep that in mind when you're weighing in.

USCIS does seem to be trying to implement more accountability and accuracy in their customer service process (witness the August 6 update describing the new procedures). How well it works remains to be seen, but is it asking too much to reserve judgment until people have a chance to actually try out the new system?
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-14 11:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow often to call VSC about missing case status?
USCIS posted an update on August 6 about case status inquiries: http://www.uscis.gov...e Final0810.pdf

I'd suggest following this new procedure. First step would be to get the NCSC representative's name/ID number, ask them to take a service request and get a referral number.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-13 22:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNot More Evidence!!!
Unfortunate and disappointing, but not the end of the world.

You won't know exactly what they're looking for until the hard copy of the Request for Evidence (RFE) arrives, but you can start preparing. Hopefully you kept a photocopy of the entire package you sent as part of the I-129F initial submission. If so, get it out and check it against the VisaJourney K-1 guide. Look for missing signatures, any blanks you or your fiance may have missed on any of the forms, etc. This can help you to anticipate the RFE and start gathering possible additional evidence, so that you can respond to the RFE as quickly as possible after the hard copy arrives.

On the positive side, this lets you know that they're working your case—when your additional evidence arrives at CSC they'll start processing you again, and as long as you've provided what they needed, NOA2 will follow soon thereafter! good.gif
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 13:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG 325 A question
If you search for G-325A, you'll see that this question has been discussed numerous times since the new version of the form was released in July.

In response to queries on this subject, USCIS has said that the new form and instructions are correct and that they neglected to update the website. They have been advising people that only 1 page is required for each person (petitioner and beneficiary).

Nevertheless, you may get an adjudicator that is not familiar with the new form. So many experienced VJers are advising that you send four signed copies for each person to avoid RFEs and the delays entailed by such.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-21 10:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy K1 petition did not work out after he got here!
QUOTE (CarmenG @ Aug 24 2009, 12:15 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Question my finacee and I couldn't make the relationship work and after trying hard from my part I have decided to let it go. Can I in the future if the same situation were to happen can I petition someone else?

Yes, you can petition for someone else in the future. You'll just have to be aware and abide by the IMBRA requirements. The one that will apply most specifically to you, since it sounds like your I-129F was approved, is that you'll have to request a waiver if you petition for someone else within two years of the approval of your previous I-129F.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-23 23:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support
It's submitted with the other required forms and evidence at the time of the interview at the consulate.

Nothing happens if you don't include it at the initial stage; USCIS doesn't look at it at all when adjudicating an I-129F petition. It'll just be forwarded on to the consulate with the rest of the approved petition. In fact, the consulate may well ask for a new one because one submitted with the I-129F initial submission is 5-6 months old (on average) by the time the consulate ever sees it.

Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 24 August 2009 - 08:09 PM.

Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-24 20:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGetting legally married before wedding ceremony?
Your options are:
  • Get legally married at the courthouse with little/no fanfare, followed by the ceremony in October.
  • Delay your fiancee's arrival. Once the consulate issues her K-1, she has up to six months to enter the US. The 90 days start when she enters on the K-1.

Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-24 15:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRETURN TO SENDER
QUOTE (kaushalia @ Aug 12 2009, 02:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i agree with the above... he can't send her home, but he doesn't have to follow through with the marriage, and she will be out of status after the 90 days.

as far as being able to file another i-129f, there are discrepencies on whether or not he will need to write a waiver for the IMBRA law. the law clearly states if 2 or more petitions will require a waiver. but some are having to file a waiver with the 2nd petition. also, it depends if he files it within 2 years of the first. if my recollection serves me right, i believe he will need a waiver on that too. but i have not been in that situation before, so i am sure someone will be by to correct my recollection good.gif


From the I-129F Instructions, page 2:
If you have filed two or more K-1 visa petitions at any time in the past or previously had a K-1 visa petition approved within two years prior to the filing of this petition, you must apply for a waiver. (emphasis added)
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-12 13:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresClassic "LOST FILE" scenario???
QUOTE (Bryan n Christine @ Aug 25 2009, 04:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well gang, Here is what happened today. I called the Service Center line, and politley dismissed the "Service Rep", and spoke to an IO. Ms Mc****. I wasn't gushy, just polite and to the point. She asked me to hold while she accessed and reviewed ther file. When she returned, she asked if I had requested "Accelerated Processing". I said no, but I had asked one of the call center rep's about the financial hardship aspect, and what the procedure entailed. Apparently the youn lady had applied for the Acceleration on my behalf... that explained the denial leter I received. I had called the Service Center when I get the denial letter, and they said not to worry, since I did not want to persue that avenue anyway. But apparently my file was put in the wrong pile when the Acceleration denial was stamped on it, and was filed as a denied petition... hence the trip to storage. The IO then went on to tell me that I was pretty much stuck for 30 days from the referral request I filed last week (which got someone to notice it was improperly handled as a denied petition), because the system will only allow one referral in a 30 day period. She then gave me a "special" email address that I could use to ask for more details as to what actually happened.
I immediately called my Senator's Office, and spoke to the staffer who had helped me before. when I explained what happened, she said she would speak to the Senate Liaison Officer at the VSC and find out what she could and call me when she had any real info. I was a bit down at this point thinking I was being blown-off again. Buyt at about 1:42, she called me back and said "I promised I'd call with what I found out, so her you go... As of 1:30, your I129F was approved."!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! jest.gif

Thanks for all the comments and support. biggrin.gif

BKB

Awesome! Glad to see that the IO and your senator's office were able to get things back on track for you!
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-25 20:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Beneficiary Employment Status
QUOTE (JRCes @ Aug 25 2009, 04:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Does a K-1 beneficiary need to be working at the time of an interview?

My fiancee was told she needed a letter from her employer for the interview when she picked up her packet of documents. She may have misunderstood and they said they needed one from mine, but that seems kinda random to mention out of all the other documents that are needed. It's the end of August now, she intends to be here, god-willing, in November, and would rather stop working in the mean time. We are interviewing at the embassy in Costa Rica.


There is no requirement that a K-1 applicant be employed. Surely they were talking about a letter from your employer as evidence of current, sustained income—a supporting document for your I-134 Affidavit of Support.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-25 15:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Checks
QUOTE (amykathleen2005 @ Aug 26 2009, 04:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Okay, so my fiance has lived in the US a total of about 8 months when he was a college student. I know that we will need the UK clearance because that is his home country, but is one necessary for the US because they check the beneficiary's background themselves?

Correctamundo—no police certificate required for periods of US residence.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-26 15:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSocial Security No- does it expire?
We heard you the first time, Gary. tongue.gif
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-26 19:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresU.S. Police clearance needed?
You definitely do not need a US police clearance. They run K-1 beneficiaries' names through all sorts of databases, including the FBI NCIC. In the very unlikely event that there's a hit that they can't resolve through biographical data, they may require fingerprints at the consulate.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-27 09:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A 5 year employment history
There's no "official" form for a supplemental sheet. Just type it in Word, title it as described above (so they know what it is), and include all the information as requested by the form.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-27 10:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A 5 year employment history
Submit a supplemental sheet. At the top include the header G-325A Supplement for <your name here>: Applicant's employment last five years.

Do not leave any gaps in your employment or residence history. State "unemployed" and give the dates as required to ensure a continuous 5-year history.

Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 27 August 2009 - 09:52 AM.

Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-27 09:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Visa and Tourist Visa
Any B-1/B-2 (visitor for business/pleasure, i.e., tourist) visa will be cancelled by the consulate upon issuance of a K-1 visa.

He can come here while waiting on the fiance visa; however, entrance to the US is never guaranteed—he must prove to the border inspector's satisfaction that he intends to leave the US before his status expires. A pending application for a fiance visa presupposes immigrant intent, which raises the bar for visitor admission. It can be done, but it's important to be aware of the issues.

Once the K-1 is issued, his next entry to the US will be on that visa. It can't just be kept "in his hip pocket" and used on any entry he chooses—which is further mooted by the cancellation of the visitor visa upon K-1 issuance.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-26 12:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat form do i need for co-sponsor? I-864?
QUOTE (longdistancelover @ Aug 27 2009, 04:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just went thru this a month ago, so its fresh- i'll tell you my experience. i had to get a co sponsor due to my 2008 tax return being a little "weak" from being unemployed a few months in 2008. i had already submitted the I-134. what i needed from my co-sponsor was;

1. their 2008 tax 1040 and W-2's [ not the whole return ]
2. a job letter stating how long they worked at the current job and hourly wage rate
3. they had to complete the I-1864
4. a notarized copy of passport or birth certificate or green card- must be notarized!

i dont know if consulates vary that much but this is what we had to go thru. the statement that the I-864 isnt used in
k-1 until AOS stage isnt accurate becuz we just had to do one with a co-sponsor. to be on the safe side, contact the embassy/consulate yourself and ask what they require. they should tell you without a problem. we gave them what they asked for and had the approved visa the following week. im going to get here next week-YEAH!!!! biggrin.gif Good Luck!

Good info. I stand corrected!

It's interesting that they require an I-134 for the petitioner but an I-864 for a cosponsor. Oh well, no rhyme or reason to governmental procedures—they do whatever they please.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-27 16:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat form do i need for co-sponsor? I-864?
QUOTE (Hemal @ Aug 26 2009, 10:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, all i just got my NOA2 ( after 160 days ) smile.gif smile.gif

Well few questions for you guys.
1. how much income or in bank I need to prove enough support in I-134
2. for Co-Sponsor what form do I need to fill out ( I think its I-864 )
3. and what all will I need with my I-134 ( tax return, bank latter whatelse?)
4. and what will my Co-Sponsor need with her I-864

guys any help would be gr8 help for us. Sorry to ask so many question just wanted to make sure there if no more delay for her to come here now. smile.gif

Thanks
Hemal

1. You need to demonstrate an income of at least 125% of the current poverty guidelines based on your household size (i.e., number of dependents including the immigrant you're sponsoring). See http://www.uscis.gov...form/I-864P.pdf. If your income is not sufficient and you're planning to use assets (e.g. bank deposits, stock, real estate, etc.) to make up the difference, the assets must be readily convertible to cash and must be three times the income you require. For example, if your income is $2,000 short of the guidelines, you need at least $6,000 in assets to make up the difference.

2. For the K-1 consulate interview, co-sponsors would also fill out an I-134. In the K-1 process, the I-864 is not used until the AOS stage. Also, not all consulates accept co-sponsors for K-1s, so check with your consulate to make sure.

3. If you are qualifying solely on the basis of income: pay stubs, a letter from your employer stating your position and salary, and one or two years' worth of tax forms are a good start. If you need to use assets, then bank letters, stock certificates, etc.

4. Cosponsor would require the same supporting documents as above for her I-134.
Stephen + ElishaMaleSouth Korea2009-08-26 09:29:00