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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWill Bankruptcy affect K1
Even less important! The only income that matters is the USC's at this point.

QUOTE (teddybear1873 @ Dec 23 2007, 08:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Me. The foreign resident. Im hoping this doesnt affect my USA fiance applying for the K1..Im not even sure how my credit will be affected in America.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-23 20:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWill Bankruptcy affect K1
No. You aren't trying to buy a new car or home. No money down (well sort of) and no credit checks required to get engaged or married. jest.gif

You only need to meet the 125% federal poverty guidelines. Your personal financial concerns are yours not rhe USCIS.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-23 20:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWould I need a sponsor?
Ultimately, this is true. One could make 500% of the poverty threshold, but if the C/O has a bug up his butt, he can still deny you, if he feels the beneficiary could become a public charge. The 125% is a basic guideline but covers all 48 contingence States with the 125% being a tad higher in Alaska and Hawaii. They do not, however, make any separate guideline for specific Metro areas, e.g. NYC or LA. Most people will not have a problem if they make the 125% and can satisfactorily document it.

QUOTE (pushbrk @ Dec 24 2007, 12:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Consular officers are tasked with determining that the immigrant is unlikely to become a public charge. They can use whatever criteria they deem appropriate for doing so.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-24 12:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWould I need a sponsor?
Bring it to the Embassy or consulate at the interview. Since they are good for a year, some people like to get them after the'yve received their 2nd NOA. One less document to worry about.

QUOTE (awu25 @ Dec 24 2007, 02:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When does the beneficiary need to provide police certificate? When submit initial document stage or during interview?

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-24 11:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWould I need a sponsor?
All they care about is you make over the 125% threshold. They don't care if you live in NYC or Hole-in-Wall, Montana.

The petitioner needs not have any police certificte.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-24 01:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdenial for length of relationship?
I will not disagree with you there! smile.gif

QUOTE (Cassie @ Dec 23 2007, 08:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I hear what you are saying, I really do. My now sister-in-law was very leery about the whole situation, until she had a conversation with my hubby and realized that we talked about more stuff and learned more about each other in the first two months we knew each other than she and her husband did for the first year they were married! Internet relationships can be very fast and intense, and of course I would expect scrutiny for the very reasons you listed, because there are some people that are swept up in the emotion of it all and not thinking about what they are doing all the way through. But, that happens when people meet "in real life" too.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-23 20:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdenial for length of relationship?
Never said it can't or does not happen. I am only putting myself in a government official's position. I'd question such a quick decision made over a very serious matter such as relocating to another country and marriage. I know people that take longer then 2 months just to buy a car.

QUOTE (Cassie @ Dec 23 2007, 08:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Our timeline:

Started talking to each other over the internet end of January 2004
Met in person April 2004 -- we knew by then that we loved each other, meeting each other just confirmed it
Met again in May 2004 -- got engaged
Got the visa in October 2004
got married November 2004 (less than two weeks after getting the visa)
still going strong 3 years later! So Kazan, it can happen!

I did get some questions at the consular stage -- the officer was kinda amazed that we got engaged the second time we met, and asked if we had met each other's families. When I told her even our parents had met each other and was rummaging to get out the pictures to prove it, she seemed ok with it and eventually approved me. I had proof up the wazoo to show that we were legitimate.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-23 20:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdenial for length of relationship?
Exact opposite of what I would think. I'd believe a 2 month relationship with day-to-day personal contact far quicker than one over the internet with the same time frame. How serious can you get over the internet in only two months?

QUOTE (pushbrk @ Dec 23 2007, 05:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Relationships with compressed timeline are actually quite common for internet based meetings; so common they aren't any big deal even for high fraud countries. Generally there's no severe questioning of a relationship unless there are additional red flags.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-23 19:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdenial for length of relationship?
Not trying to ridicule, but the quantity of photos only proves you like to take photos. It is not proof of a valid relationship. Make sure you have a lot of additional evidence. I know if I were in the C/O's shoes, I'd highly question a less than 2 month relationship that is already at a serious level.

QUOTE (JoshM @ Dec 23 2007, 01:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
...I already have a few hundred photos...

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-23 17:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAmerican girl.. confused?
That's how I am interpreting too. I can only say, I'm glad I'm not in this position. Trying to roll a visa designed for work (not marriage and permanent status) into something else just sounds like trouble to me.

QUOTE (Credzba @ Dec 25 2007, 08:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
His current visa type is irrelevent with respect to getting married and adjusting to his marriage visa type.

The law is a bit strange, but basically if he entered thcountry legally, WITHOUT the intent of getting married, then got married inside the USA he can apply for and stay in the USA even if his original visa expired.
In your case his original visa has not expired, but even if it had, they would forgive the overstay because he married a us citizen.

the only bad thing is he is basically trapped inside the usa after you marry/file aos because if he leaves the country he can not come back in until his aos is finished and he has a valid visa again.
This last part I am not 100% certain of.

best of luck to you

QUOTE (desert_fox @ Dec 25 2007, 03:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Kazan @ Dec 25 2007, 04:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
A work visa is a whole different animal from a family-based visa. They are not designed nor can they be substitued for a marriage type. You can marry while he is here, that is not a problem. But you can not use the work visa to adjust his status to keep him here. Generally speaking, he would need to leave and re-enter after his family-based visa is approved.


He can still adjust status based upon marriage without having to leave and re-enter..no visa required.


Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-25 20:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAmerican girl.. confused?
Stand corrected, seems I did not read far enough. Interesting, I was always told work and family visas are separate and work visas are not to be used as a means to keep someone here after marriage. Maybe the O/P is right. Too confusing. I'll just go back to laying under my imaginary Christmas tree now.

QUOTE (desert_fox @ Dec 25 2007, 04:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
He can still adjust status based upon marriage without having to leave and re-enter..no visa required.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-25 16:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAmerican girl.. confused?
A work visa is a whole different animal from a family-based visa. They are not designed nor can they be substitued for a marriage type. You can marry while he is here, that is not a problem. But you can not use the work visa to adjust his status to keep him here. Generally speaking, he would need to leave and re-enter after his family-based visa is approved.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-25 16:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about Notarization of the Affidavit of Support...
A notary can not process any document from a relative. I'd go to your bank or credit union. There is normally someone there that will gladly do it.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-25 13:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325
They are asking for your current spouse. I assume you have none but want you? If, yes, the answer is "None" for the box.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-27 11:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEmployment Verification Letter
Something else to add... Some very small companies do not even have letterhead paper. What do you do then?
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-27 11:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFile before divorce finalize?
Fire the lawyer! Especially one that is already steering you in the wrong direction. Don't hire another. Save your money and do it on your own. Really, this process is a straight forward do it yourselfer.

Lawyers... arrrrgggh! wacko.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-16 17:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for K1
You would not talk to the Embassy yet. The process begins at the USCIS Service Center that serves your State. The case would eventually get to the Embassy in Cambodia as she is a Cambodian citizen. There are a lot of answers to these questions in the guides and FAQs.

QUOTE (TonyYoon @ Dec 29 2007, 01:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The part i am confused is who should i talk to since she is from Cambodia but is now in Canada on a Student Visa. Would i be talking to the US Embassy in Canada or Cambodia. thanks

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-29 01:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for K1
In order to answer this, you need to first ask yourself, do you wish to marry before or after starting a visa petition? You should go to the "Guides" tab here on the top of the VJ page and look over your options. They will give you a rundown of all the different scenerios. Her being in Canada should have zero effect on any of this. Explore the guides as they will serve as a good foundation. Then, return to the forums with specific questions. smile.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-29 01:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressecond time for k1 visa
Your situation is a bit different from mine. I cancelled my fiancée's first K-1 just prior to her interview at the Embassy for personal reasons back in 2005. We were never out of love, the timing and some other issues made it not good for her then. We refiled this year. I explained the situation very well when I re-submitted the petition. So far every thing has moved along with no RFEs or any other issues.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-28 12:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa applied for at last
After six years, it's about time! laughing.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-30 15:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I do K-1 paperword TOO early
There are quite a few people that have taken it all with them on their very first trip to physically meet. If all goes as you planned, then all your lady has to do is sign the G-325As (I'd have her sign an extra set, just for safety sake.), the Letter Of Intent To Marry, and give you copies of her translated birth certificate and divorce document (if that applies to her). You'll be just that much ahead!

? ????? ?????!

QUOTE (mox @ Dec 31 2007, 03:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jbmail @ Dec 31 2007, 12:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
No, what I was saying is that we are meeting in Ukraine for 2 weeks may 1st, but have been talking for 6 months. We both agreed on Engagement in Spring, so i wanted to take everything i need with me, have as much done from USA before I leave, so I could COMPLETE the package over there, then FILE as soon as I got back, and leave her copies before I left, as I cannot get back over for 6 months.


What am I missing in this equation. Are you saying I can't do it this way?As i understand, you say I won't have everything i need BEFORE going over, so I can't file anyways

JB

The base requirements to file for a K-1 are that you have met your fiance in person within the last 2 years, and that you are both free to marry. Note that you must meet these requirements at the time of filing. So technically you could step off the airplane, give your fiancee a hug, have her sign the 4 copies of the G-325A and the intent to marry, make photocopies of your boarding passes and other physical evidence, seal it all up and drop it off at the nearest posta. So yeah, you can definitely file as soon as you get back.

Best of luck to you!

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-31 15:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfilling out forms
Yes, I agree. To clarify, one "None" or "N/A" for every question, not every single blank per question. laughing.gif

QUOTE (Bassi and Zainab @ Jan 2 2008, 12:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hmmm......I think you have to put none. But if a question asks for former employment and you never were employed for example. There are four lines for listing out employment. I think it's sufficient to put None in the first line. I don't see why it would be necessary to put it in every box and every line but rather on the very first line. That's how I did it on my petition and it was approved okay. I haven't dealt with the embassy yet in Ghana.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-02 12:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfilling out forms
They demand an answer for everything, even if it's "None". Every thing needs an "N/A" or "None". Their theory is, a blank means you forgot or failed to answer. wacko.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-02 12:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNot engaged before married
That's just want I thought. You are "Wifetobe" but not engaged? Sounds pretty attached to me! laughing.gif laughing.gif laughing.gif

QUOTE (pushbrk @ Jan 2 2008, 04:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (wifetobe @ Jan 2 2008, 11:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi VJs

I hope this is the right section to classify my concern.. Basically I consulted a lawyer for our petition and upon reviewing my letter of how we met and when we intend to get married etc. my lawyer amended the letter by inserting 'we recently got engaged' but we are not officially engaged that states it on paper or anything else. Will the USCIS want to see evidence of our engagement? We are not engaged we just want to get married! Am I worrying for nothing? I'm sure the lawyer knows what he's doing but thought I'd ask you guys first. I've left him a message to contact me back so any responses would be great.

Happy new year and all the best for 2008!
Cheers.


If you consider yourself a "wifetobe" then you are engaged. Everybody is engaged before they are married, even if it only for the transit time from the Casino to the Las Vegas wedding chapel. yes.gif


Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-02 17:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarrying First Cousin
laughing.gif

QUOTE (mox @ Jan 2 2008, 05:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Kazan @ Jan 2 2008, 02:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Oh #######! Now I have to cancel my Utah horsebacking riding fishing trip. I guess I'll look back into the golfing while riding a llama in Montana excursion. jest.gif

Glad to have helped you dodge a bullet there. Just when Alla is set to arrive, you'd be stuck doing 20 to life in a Utah prison. laughing.gif

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-02 18:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarrying First Cousin
Oh #######! Now I have to cancel my Utah horsebacking riding fishing trip. I guess I'll look back into the golfing while riding a llama in Montana excursion. jest.gif

QUOTE (mox @ Jan 2 2008, 03:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (meow mix @ Jan 2 2008, 12:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Anyway, my whole point is it would make very little sense for you to be able to marry your first cousin and not your second. blink.gif

In Utah, it is illegal to fish while riding a horse.

Laws often make sense, but this is not a requirement. smile.gif

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-02 17:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarrying First Cousin
No flames. Just asking... So which bond and title become stronger: Aunt & Uncle or Mother & Father-In-Law? I mean, after the marriage, who are the parents of the groom and bride?
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-01 23:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBest way to send the form?
I sent ours USPS Priority Mail. They even send you e-mail tracking.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-03 20:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDocuments or Decrees on the I-129
I went to the domestic court and had them produce a "Certificate of Divorce" and made numerous court stamped copies. The USCIS only needs proof that you are free to marry. I did not send in the final decree, as it is not their concern what the details of the judgment were.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-28 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures125% poverty line?
It is total household size. So three.

QUOTE (missing.my2angels @ Jan 4 2008, 01:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
On the same note, My So lives at home with her daughter. Now looking at the 125% should we be looking at 2 people or 3 as that is where I will be living?

Many thanks and sorry for hijacking a thread smile.gif

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-04 13:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 to NVC from CSC
They're holding up that crate for me and few more of us. laughing.gif As you said, yes, it could take a little more or a little less. You just have to be patient. Try my strategy: What ever the rumour is for the longest duration, believe it and add 30 more days. Then you'll be happy when the next gate opens sooner. I expected my 2nd NOA on 5 January. I was very happy to discover it on the 7th of December.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-12-11 23:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGet the Ball Rolling?
Why not? No ring required to start the process!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-05 13:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPetitioner has never been to Beneficiary's country
You'll be fine. As long as you've met in person within two years of filing, you've satisified the requirement. Whether in her country, yours, Caribbean, or the moon! jest.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-06 14:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSimple question
No Problem! biggrin.gif

QUOTE (greeneyedgirlfl @ Jan 6 2008, 10:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Jeffrey and Dan (not the first time you've come to my rescue!!!),

Thank you so much! I'm so afraid of filling out the wrong thing and being delayed in reuniting for good with my soulmate...the reason the messages seem so frantic...but everyone here has made this process so much less stressfull!!!

Ever grateful,

Dawn

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-06 22:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSimple question
The later. smile.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-06 22:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat Made You Choose The K-1 Visa Instead Of the Spouse Visa?
Because being engaged apart sucks but being married and apart truly sucks!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-08 01:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStaples or Paper Clips??
Acco fasteners! They are preferred and hold all the papers nicely. Paper clips are too little and staples too much. Acco fasteners are just right! good.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-08 16:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresurgent I-129 f extension
Breathe that big sigh of relief! Yep, the consulates will and do extend. yes.gif

QUOTE (waiting_for_k1 @ Jan 9 2008, 05:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thanks lance,,,,,,, whistling.gif what a relief...........just being sure ..

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-09 18:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresurgent I-129 f extension
I concur! good.gif

QUOTE (Lance27 @ Jan 9 2008, 05:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The Consulate automatically extends the I-129F. Don't worry much about it smile.gif

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-09 17:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSignature
Your signature is your signature and unique to you. If that's how you've always done it, I think you'll be fine.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2008-01-11 12:44:00