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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust starting K1-Process
As others have mentioned, really, read up on all the guides. They should be your first source for answers to these very common questions. Then, come to the forums if things get confusing. Good Journey! smile.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-13 17:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP! Ran into a problem with the passport pictures.
They look quite bad to me. I'd have her send some more to you via e-mail.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-13 18:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone have a picture of their petition fully assembled?
Photos would not really help you. Everyone's would be different! We all send different evidence, vary the order, and so forth. There is no exact assembly order. You've top-holed punched and used the preferred ACCO fasteners. It sounds like you've done it right.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-14 18:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow long was your paper to answer quesiton 18?
Mine was a page summarizing our four plus year relationship. Dates of each trip were mentioned and a brief "story"of what happened each trip.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-17 18:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to withdraw I-134 Affadavit of Support?
If you have officially withdrawn the petition nothing else needs done. The I-134 is not a legally binding contract.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-07 13:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUS Passport: Send Original or Make Copies?
DON'T! That would be a mistake and do NOTHING to speed things along. no0pb.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-20 17:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMistake on G-325A
You may be just fine. N/A is better than leaving it blank by mistake!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-22 14:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThank You!!!
It's always peaceful to know there are others on your same boat (even if it's slow and over crowded.) laughing.gif Some day we'll all get there!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-09 18:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy proof of having met, is this sufficient?
Sounds good to me!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-27 18:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTyped G-325A
Oh the little things folks worry for! It's what is on the form, not how you filled it out, typed, handwritten, blue or black ink, what ever, that counts. You'll be fine. smile.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-29 11:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIncrased Processing Times
I've already made no plans for a year. It only gets me angrier each time I check that site. They KNEW this would happen the minute they knew they were raising the fees. They could have planned for the increase in petitions and saved a lot of folks a lot of heartache.

What do they care? The slower they process, the more job security a lot of temps will get. mad.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-29 19:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1
Sent a letter to the USCIS and an e-mail to the Embassy. You should receive a notice of withdrawal from the USCIS within 90 days.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-10-29 11:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresengagement story for interview
100% always tell the real story. It is so much easier to tell the truth! The process is too heart aching and a royal pain to possibly botch up at the interview over a made up detail.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-04 18:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPicture size?
It does not matter. As long as they can see them, make them how you want!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-04 18:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEngagement ring
It is not important. I know some men that wait until the lady arrives to the States before presenting her a ring. Personally, my fiancée wanted to pick out her own in Russia during my last stay. But I know many that go to their interview ringless and it is not a problem.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-05 19:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalifornia Service Center Temp closed
A joke that affects so many people anxiously waiting to be reunited with a loved one is NOT, in the least, funny. mad.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-09 19:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSome help
With all due respect, there is really nothing to comment about until you get past the first hurdle... Terminate your current marriage!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-22 12:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow to fight a denial?how long does it take?
What is the specific reason for the denial? By the timeline, it seems they did not like your response to the RFE. There is no sense getting upset until you learn why and then plan your attack.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-22 10:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCo-Sponsor's Credit Rating Affected
Consumer credit reporting has nothing to do with immigration.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-23 11:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion on processing times
I think you're right. Time to do some random drug testing on those USCIS case workers! Let's find out what they are taking! laughing.gif

QUOTE (Laura_Z @ Nov 25 2007, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
or maybe someone has mixed up the pills, and gave USCIS the pill meant for us! and maybe that's why most of us are so urged and impatient! and they would even go help USCIS for free just to speed things up a bit! wink.gif

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-25 15:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion on processing times
There's an idea. Pop some of those "I don't care" pills for the next several months. laughing.gif

QUOTE (Laura_Z @ Nov 25 2007, 02:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
that's right! if we could have some medicine to wait and if rfe comes let it solve itself laughing.gif i say, thjis would be good, then we wouldn't have tomiss our loved one, not worry about incompetent lawyers ayyyyyyyyyyyyy

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-25 15:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion on processing times
I was going to pay someone to turn me once of twice a day and change the sheets as needed. laughing.gif

There are some many things in life I'd rather just be put into stasis for. Only if I can have the time back when the situation is resolved, of course! This ranks number one so far.

QUOTE (Jamie76 @ Nov 25 2007, 02:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You'll end up with bed sores staying in bed that long.

Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-25 15:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion on processing times
I figure I'll just stay in bed until they issue my 2nd NOA. Wake me when the CSC finally gets on the ball. laughing.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-25 14:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresConflicting info about filing center for I-129F
It's California. Nebraska no longer handles I-129F filings. They only did not update the forms. Confirmation can be found on the USCIS website.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-26 11:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresto use N/A or not to use N/A
The use of N/A or none is pretty simple. Just ask yourself when you see a question which makes more sense. What's most important is not leaving blanks.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-27 12:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGet a lawer involved when process already strated
Lawyers, Hell's gift to the world. Unless your case is extremely complicated with numerous problems, attorneys only make matters worse, do nothing to expedite things, and suck funds better spent on your future life together. This process requires immense patience. This journey is like a cross country trip on foot (bare foot, for some) not on a private Lear jet. You'll get there, be patient. yes.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-27 11:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan you put I-129F on hold?
You seem to be already covered with proper suggestions. As you see, you can delay and there is more time than you thought!
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-29 12:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBugging me!!!!!!!!!!
You are RIGHT! yes.gif
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-29 11:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAny chance at all
There's always a chance, But it's probably small.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-28 18:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I?
I would, why not? I'm very organized and appreciate it when others make it easier. I'd think the CO would appreciate it too.
Kazan' TigerMaleRussia2007-11-30 14:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestwo years?
Oh thank GOD! That is SUPER news!!! It would have been ridiculous if they made you re-file, but I wouldnt' put it past them :unsure: Good luck on the 2nd half of this journey!!!

Edit: Oh, I definitly threw the "are you serious" in there as well ;)

Edited by msu17, 07 June 2007 - 01:14 PM.

msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-06-07 13:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestwo years?
Good luck! Keep us posted!
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-05-22 14:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestwo years?
Good luck with the appt, let us know how it goes! If I were you, I'd definitly submit the evidence of him being here now. You never know, they might be nice ;) And follow Timsdaisy's advice, advocate the heck out of your petition. Good luck!
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-05-08 23:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEntering the US after the K1
Don't know if they will activate K1 at the border or not, but I think you're slightly confused on the AP. After you enter on the K1, you have 90 days to marry. After that you send in your AOS paperwork and EAD/AP if you want. On average its 90 days AFTER you send in the AP paperwork that you should get your AP. So unless you get married the day you enter and file the next day, its going to be longer than 90ish days before you can leave.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-19 21:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA question
Ok, where are you getting 12 years for citizenship? I'm REALLY confused on that. After you 2 have been married for I believe 3 years, your wife can apply for citizenship, which does NOT take 12 years. She could then apply for a visa for her sister, and that could take a long time.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-21 18:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAmerican & Canadian Newbie
On K1, you CAN visit. My fiance came over 2 times from the UK while we had K1 going. Somewhere on the site is discussion on visiting during K1 and what to bring etc. Not sure on the rules for visitng when you have a K3 processing.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-21 18:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAwarded NOA2. Now what?
When we were approved, we got mixed up in the whole May not sending NOA2's out issue. I waited 30 days, then called. The lady on the help line sucked and said they would submit an inquiry and I may have to pay several hundred dollars to get another one. So then I used the RFE trick, got through to Cali and the lady resent the NOA2 free of charge. She even called back to make sure I got the NOA2. Just make sure you get it, you need it for AOS and they will charge you $$ if you have to get another one sent.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-22 13:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSent in 1-129F now what?
Do you make over 125% of the poverty line? You'll need to be able to meet this or get a co-sponsor.

Check on the I-134 for what financial documents they want.

Edited by msu17, 25 October 2007 - 04:00 PM.

msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-25 15:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 docs, to keep or to toss?
I made 2 copies and have all the originals. I threw away 1 copy and will probably throw the other one away when I do my next cleaning smile.gif My SO is here and we have started AOS though. Don/t know where you are in the process though.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-25 22:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNot having proof of meeting in person in last 2 years
Agreed. If your SO visited Dec 2005, you can still file by Dec and be ok. If they have the passport stamps, that is the primary evidence you need. Let go of the picture thing, it's only 2ndary evidence, you dont need it. Just file with what you said you had in your post from last year. Or else you can wait till Oct 26th 2008 and ask again smile.gif

FYI, you wont be filing anything with INS, as it no longer exists. USCIS for several years now.

Edited by msu17, 26 October 2007 - 03:18 PM.

msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-10-26 15:16:00