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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA few Questions / Concerns

thank you for that

also reading up on some of the other posts about work status

at this current time i have not got a job, would this hinder anything at all and what things would i need to do if i submit the forms while having no work and get a job later?


Your income doesn't matter, it's just hers that matters since she is petitioning for you. The USC is financially responsible for bringing over their SO.

Regarding your fiance wanting to plan the wedding, keep in mind you have 6 months from the date you get the visa in which you can use it and then you have 90 days after you enter to get married in. This gives you a total of 9 months in which to play with, a totally do-able timeframe for wedding planning. My husband and I planned our wedding (typical US wedding) in about 2-3 months. I looked ahead and talked with the vendors I liked and explained the situation. Once we got his interview date I put downpayments on the places we liked as long as we could move the date within a year (still a risk but one we were willing to take at that point). He moved over about a month after he got the visa and we got married a month after he moved. We got married on a Thursday and everything was open then plus we got lots of discounts! Don't be limited or tempted to break the law based on the time constraints. Another option a lot of people do is to have a courthouse/legal marriage shortly after arriving, file AOS in time and plan the big wedding for later that year or the next year.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-15 22:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI need help! :( there are problems that suddenly popped up!
Visas can sometimes be extended, but I think you need a more compelling reason than a conference. You shouldn't run into problems entering the US, especially since your reason for waiting was for work, which makes sense in this economy!
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-17 23:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresworking permit question
Like nigeriaorbust said, no longer accepted. You must have the EAD or greencard to work. EAD will come usually within 3 months after filing AOS.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-19 22:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion about my k1 need some advise
QUOTE (JimVaPhuong @ Jan 1 2010, 02:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm not aware of any requirement that you have to prove the beneficiary can't travel to meet the petitioner. The only requirement I'm aware of is that you can prove it would be a hardship on the petitioner. I don't know what evidence the OP submitted to prove his hardship, but USCIS obviously didn't buy it. Maybe it was because the doctor's letters said it would be difficult but not impossible for him to travel, or because the letters said he could travel after surgery, which would make his hardship temporary. I don't know, and I doubt if the denial letter from USCIS made it clear. The fact that he was able to travel after all means USCIS was probably correct in denying the waiver request.

To the OP, you should refile. Appeals take too much time, and it's not likely your appeal would succeed. You did eventually make the trip, so your hardship waiver request is pretty much void, but you didn't make the trip before submitting the I-129F, so they have a solid reason to deny. Your denial was based on not meeting a requirement, which you can now meet, so it shouldn't have any affect on a new petition. The only benefit of appealing at this point is that you might salvage the $455 filing fee if you succeed, but if you don't succeed you'll lose the fee and end up refiling anyway. Skip the headache and just refile.

Also, PLEASE use punctuation and paragraphs in your posts. Your post is extremely difficult to read.


Agree with you, except I think while there may not be a requirement to prove the beneficiary can't travel, common sense would dictate that if he can't travel, she would need to prove she couldn't get into the US on a tourist visa. If she could, then should could fly over, satisfying the requirement to meet. JUst because the USC can't fly to the beneficiary's country doesn't preclude them from meeting necessarily. Just something I think anyone trying to prove hardship should include.

To OP, best to just refile. Good luck and quick processing to you.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-01 14:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdvice needed for possible 2nd attempt?
I have seen some consulates extend the 6 months for very serious circumstances, ie one lady in the UK had to complete chemo. They aren't going to say ok though for frivolous reasons (I can't think of the examples I've seen like this, sorry). I would pursue this route first depending on what the situation is and see what happens, the worst they can say is no.

If you have to re-apply, that is possible and people get approved re-applying for the same person. If you submit 2 applications in under 2 years at the embassy stage I believe you may have to do a bit more paperwork, but someone more knowledgeable on that than I can tell you what exactly happens with that. When re-applying, in both the I-129f packet and at the interview give them an explanation of why your fiance couldn't leave the country in time etc.

So in short, yes, both options I have seen work, the first with varying degrees of success.

EDIT: Oh, and if you need to re-apply, the 2nd time would most likely take the same as the first. No skipping to the front for frequent fliers wink.gif

Edited by msu17, 28 December 2009 - 01:04 AM.

msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2009-12-28 01:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance freaking out!
I still don't have a job and I got my husband a K1 over 2 years ago! My mom co-sponsored my husband as well. A lot of people get their loved ones here when they are in college (like me) or shortly after they graduate and have no problems. In this economic climate, more and more people are getting K1's with a cosponsor due to being laid off. The US doesn't care who is providing for the fiance as long as someone is.
msu17FemaleUnited Kingdom2010-01-29 22:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVSC HANG UP ON ME
QUOTE (yahya54 @ May 9 2009, 07:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WELL TODAY I WAS JUST CALING VSC TO CHACK ON MY I360 ITS BEEN OVER O MONTH I HAVENT HEARD ANY THING
AFTER I TOLD THE LADY ON THE PHONE SHE PUT ME ON HOLD ABOUT 10 MUINT AND AFTER SHE COME BACK ON PHONE FINLLY SHE SAY SHE CANT GIVE ME ANY INF AD IF I NEED TO CHACK ON MY CASE I HAVE TO SENT LETTER ON WRITING (WICH I DID IN FEBRUARY) BUT NOTHING YET
SO I TOLD HER I HAVE 2ND QUESTION AND SHE JUST HANG UP ON ME AND SHE WASENT VARY NICE?

IM JUST TIRED OF THOS PEOPLE RELLY THING WE ARE SLAVES OR SOMTHING ANY BODY HAVE THIS KIND THING

8 MONTH

QUOTE (yahya54 @ May 8 2009, 06:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WELL TODAY I WAS JUST CALING VSC TO CHACK ON MY I360 ITS BEEN OVER 8 MONTH I HAVENT HEARD ANY THING
AFTER I TOLD THE LADY ON THE PHONE SHE PUT ME ON HOLD ABOUT 10 MUINT AND AFTER SHE COME BACK ON PHONE FINLLY SHE SAY SHE CANT GIVE ME ANY INF AD IF I NEED TO CHACK ON MY CASE I HAVE TO SENT LETTER ON WRITING (WICH I DID IN FEBRUARY) BUT NOTHING YET
SO I TOLD HER I HAVE 2ND QUESTION AND SHE JUST HANG UP ON ME AND SHE WASENT VARY NICE?

IM JUST TIRED OF THOS PEOPLE RELLY THING WE ARE SLAVES OR SOMTHING ANY BODY HAVE THIS KIND THING

8 MONTH




just keep calling. the lady was just stressed or didn't hear you.
call at a different time so you won't get the same rep.
And please stop using all caps in the forum. it pains the eyes.


chinese_muttFemalePhilippines2009-05-09 03:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTraveling internationally after applying for I-129F
yes she can travel.
yes she will be asked where she last went and when.
chinese_muttFemalePhilippines2009-12-17 23:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFederal Employee

I am about to petition for a K-1 Visa for my fiance. We've met every requirement. Problem is, I don't know if it is legal for me to sponsor him because I'm a census worker, sworn in just like every federal worker, the military and the president. So, Does anybody has a clue?



Hi Brenda:

Your question is a new one I haven't seen before. I hope it is legal, because I too am a Federal employee, and I have already sent our petition in (June 9). But I can't imagine why it would not be legal, we're talking about marriage here not political stuff :unsure:
Aya820FemaleNigeria2010-08-10 19:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresstep son visa question
ok last question. how do I file for his visa..
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-09 20:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresstep son visa question
thanks I fly out to see her again in 2 weeks, I will have to get it started when I get back.:thumbs:
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-08 21:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresstep son visa question
I guess were doing the k-1 visa then. good thing I asked we were planning to get married in the spring in Ukraine. he has deferment for education right now. also has passport (international) just need all the rest the same as her.

Edited by easyukraine, 08 September 2010 - 08:43 PM.

easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-08 20:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresstep son visa question
the step son is 18 soon to be 19. I am not sure if I can include him when I do Visa for his mother. it seems I will have to do his separate just like his mother. we will be filing next spring so I am just trying to get things sorted out.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-08 19:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGetting started
congrats hope all goes well
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-20 19:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
the older son is doing his military time now so no real job or owning property yet.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-22 21:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
one step at a time first to deal with immigration then we will work on the next step.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-19 18:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
well the older son will have to wait for another thread and later date. I need to get these two here first. the oldest son is 24 so she might have to do it after citizenship is completed. hope he don't get married before she can apply. I have disused the possibility of me retiring to Ukraine but that's another 12 years away.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-18 21:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
I am guessing she will want him to interview at the same time, I will be prepared either way. it might get interesting if her older son wants to come here next, I will save that one for another time and thread.
thanks again.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-18 21:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
one more question since I know she will ask. can he interview at the same time and just come when university closes for summer( within 6 month time frame)?
Gary I want to personally thank you for all the assistance you have provided me and the other members here, we owe you a debt most of us will never get a chance to repay.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-18 19:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
I fly out to see her again in 8 days.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-18 05:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
Thanks. Gary did mention something about his son came later. I wonder since he has a year and we must marry within 90 days does that create more head press?
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-17 20:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk2 visa questions
I will be filing my fiancee's visa in just a few short weeks when I have all the paper work finished. her son who is 18 would also like to come at a later date. what is the process to bring her son also? I will have him listed on the I-29f and the I-134 when the time comes. will I also need a G-325a for him included in the packet? Will he also need to attend interview with his mother or at a later date? I know he will need the same documents plus a military waiver ( he already has). since he will probably travel here when University lets out for Summer, should we wait to adjust her status until he is here?
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-17 20:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A question
good information will be doing this in a few days when I go back.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-09-22 20:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG 325A question
Thanks I should have it ready by Friday I hope. working 2 jobs is a pain some days.
easyukraineMaleUkraine2010-10-12 19:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/93-canada/

Join us over at the Canada forum since a lot of what you'll need is consulate specific

good luck



thanks! :) I did! :) and I think I already have the long form birth certificate. Its the one with both parents names on it? cuz mine is bigger then wallet size.
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 17:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await

So, you'll interview in Montreal. The good thing is only 3 cities in Canada have approved doctors to do your medical and Montreal is one of them. Also, you should work on getting your long form birth certificate (google Quebec Long Form Birth Certificate) as you will need this and inquire about your police certificates. Those you can do now so you won't be scrambling at the end.

Good luck



thanks! what else should I start preparing now? all the advice, opinions, ideas, support I can get will help lots. thanks once again :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 16:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await

Diana, where in Canada are you? This will affect where you will interview for the visa. If you are in Western Canada you will interview in Vancouver. If you are in Eastern Canada, you will interview in Montreal.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I think you're looking at longer than 5 months. Canadian consulates are incredibly slow at the moment, espcially Montreal who is averaging about 3 months for an interview.

Patience is part of this process, we've all been through it and thankfully they are moving faster than when we were processed

Good luck




oh no! im optimistic tho! damn canada :P im from montreal. i hope things will get better and they become faster! a girl can always wish hope and pray and to whom to say it wont come true hehe im very optimistic. ive been thru worst and made it on top. so will i this time too. i just miss my fiance so muchhhhhh i love him so much his the best thing that ever happened to me and my furry babies hehe :P thanks :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 16:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await

Diana, I don´t think there´s anything we can do to make the process faster, however, it seems like the packages sent in april, may and june are being processed very quick, and that makes me very hopefull...(see the timelines...do you have one?)
What do they want? a clean record, proof of the relationship...pretty much it!
As for documentation, there´s a pretty good load of information that you can find on this website....
http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide

Trust me, I know your pain...I wish I could be with my love as well, but since I can´t...I keep planing up our future...seing places we can travel...schools that I can enroll, jobs that I might be able to get...and alsoooo...there´s a long journey until the green card...
Good luck sweetheart...hopefully our pain won´t last too long!


Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!! :) and good luck to you too! *hugs* so I can already start searching, checking for jobs in ohio? school programs ect? The thing u said it seems things are going faster as of now makes me feel better! im always optimistic and strong! :) thank you once again :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 16:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await

Welcome to VJ DianaM...Pls exercise the patience n u will get there. U might be lucky n wont wait for too long ok



I hope so. Its just for the us/canada gov/border negligence ive made the petition to late and now I have to wait longer. i wish they would have told me all of this u know? they had their chance but they chose to be insulting and threatining. i ahve lots of patience and comprehension but too much is too much. but im optimistic and strong :) thank you once again. i hope its less then 5 months. thanks again :) p.s good luck u too :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 13:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await

Hey Diana, welcome to Visa Journey...the place we can trully be understood..:)
I also just got my NOA1, and I am anxious about this process as well.
I think the best we can do is to gather all the documents, take our shots, do the medical exams, and also organize our lives...I mean...I have so much to before I leave, like drop school, work, cancel bank accounts...pass my car to someone´s name.. and I guess you probably have a lot to do too.
Also, I am trying to enjoy my loved ones as much as I can..it will be hard to say good bye.
Meanwhile, we all have this website to dispose our anxiety!
Good luck with everything :)




Thank you so much! yes I have alot to do too but doesnt help much I still miss him tremendesly. (sp) lol. Any other advice? opinions? What do they look for? What they want? What can I do to make this processing easier? faster? Do you think I might not wait as long as 5 months? can it be in like 2 months? Do you think that possible? thanks for your patience and time and support. good luck to u too! :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 13:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout K-1 await
Hi Everyone! Im a new member! How is everyone!? Im from Canada, my name is Diana. My petitioner is from the U.S. We filed the I-129F form for the Fiancee Visa. He recieved the confirmation #. And now we are waiting. Im squeezing my brain to see if there is anything we can do to make the processing times easier and faster. I hope I dont have to wait 5 months. And I hope I get approved. Any advice? opinions? Anyways I miss him so much. He came visit me last month. I wish I knew many things I know now. And I wish people would have advised me and told me stuff like this. I could have already been married to him and live in the U.S. The goverment and costumer service. Border. Should learn to be nicer and give you info. Anyways I hope for the best. Im very optimistic. THank you for your patience and time. Let me know what you think. Any advice, opinions, answers ect. Thanks once again! :) I wish the best to all of you too and happiness! And congrats to whom there visa has been approved and to the others dont give up ur time will come :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 12:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I worry?
ummmm what noa1 and noa2? what nvc? and thx about the info about uscis. makes me think then they are ahead of the initial review hehe. im from montreal by the way heard things are slow now here hope they speed up! any advice is greatly appreciated read my thread topic K-1 visa await hehe thx ive got so many questions! :) anything i should start preparing now as i await? thanks once again and good luck and congrats to everyone! :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-20 17:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot a question :)
Ok ive been reading how people been saying I recieved? Is it the petitioner talking or the applicant or both. Im the applicant meaning my fiancee is the petitioner for me he lives in the us i live in canada and filed the k-1 visa to go to him. do i need to recieve an email or mail too or only him? he only recieved the noa1. but no email. dont remember if we put one. is that optional? thanks.
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-22 17:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTravel During Waiting Process
I feel all your pain. I know at the end you just gotta have faith and be calm and collected. Its hard I know. It sucks its not fair but its life. We gotta be strong, determined and calm :) good luck to everyone :) and congrats to everyone :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-24 08:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTravel During Waiting Process
To Just Bob: It would have been better if you had just kept quiet. Honestly this is a forum where people will come for such questions and stuff. Dont like it. Dont read it and log out. Have some respect. And sometimes sense of humour is totally a turn off ;)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-22 17:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI need help! Big Time! Embassy "lost" all K-2 info.

Pardon - you can 'self-generate' a packet 3 ON THE SON. No need to wait on anything - except to add the NOA-2 from HER I-129F petition.

My apologies if I wasn't clear about a 'packet 3 for the son'.


Do Not Wait. Self-generate it.

Need Help with finding the forms? Let me know !



What does ''self-generate'' mean? thanks.

Darnell, many consulates do not accept "packet 3" and nothing is sent to them. Kiev and Moscow are examples. I do not have specific info on Warsaw but would not be surprised if it is the same. With these consulates you simply call and make an appointment using your NVC case number, then bring your "packet 3" with you. I am fairly certain this is the OPs predicament. The case has been closed and sent away. When he tries to make an appointment they do not have that case number. Senind a "packet 3" to Kiev or Moscow, for example, would just confuse people, they would have no clue what to do with it.

IF the child was listed on the original I-129f petition and was listed as a FTJ on his mother's K-1 application then the consulate has made a big error. Government agencies of any persuasion should never be expected to "self correct" their own errors. The OPs best bet is to contact someone that oversees the agency...his representative or inspector general.

The OP should be documenting ALL of this also as it could possibly provide a defense to not complying with the age out rule and even allow a green card to be issued after age 21 because of their incompetence.

The OP needs to DOCUMENT and contact the proper authorities. Lawyers cannot fix this for him, BTW, they can only drain his pockets and give bad advice.



What ''Packet 3'' ? thanks.
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-21 15:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI need help! Big Time! Embassy "lost" all K-2 info.
Good luck! I hope all this settles well. I cant believe how unorganized they are.
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-21 10:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI need help! Big Time! Embassy "lost" all K-2 info.

When I applied for my original 129, I listed my now wife as the K-1 and her son as the K-2. All went well. All emails and letters from the Warsaw embassy showed both of them on the paperwork. Her son could not attend her interview, but would follow a few months later, because he was in the army and now that he is out I asked the embassy to schedule his interview.


When I called today, I was told the they have closed the file, sent it back to Washington and her son cannot apply nor is eligble for the K-1. They said that they have no record of the son even though I told them I have all their letters showing the son's name. Basically they said too bad.

Even worse, the son will age out shortly, this Novemebr, so I dont even have time to file a new application if I even knew how to do this.

Can anyone give me some solid advice here?




OMFG! Are you kidding me? this is ridiculous! they should honestly be damn charged with negligence. I hope all goes well. hang in there. dont give up be strong! it will all get thru and will all end up good dont worry. :)

Sorry I wish I could do more but I cant I only can encourage you and have positive enforcement for you :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-21 10:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp with bad past

I would rule out Mexico due to most flights from the UK have to stop off in the USA to Re-Fuel or pickup more passengers, therefore requiring the UK citizen to travel freely on the Visa Waiver Program which in this case he is unable to.. As for Bermuda.. I would not do this as I would want to know that my marriage certificate was valid for immigration and I am not sure if Bermuda is a valid location for this.. Canada on the other hand seems like a very good choice as you only seem to need to obtain a marriage license costing $130 Canadian Dollars and then you can get married at anytime.. well that was my take on the research i just did, I could be wrong.

But good suggestion.. note that if either of you have been married before then the Canadian authority will require a minimum of 4 weeks notice to check the marriages are dissolved along with documented proof.

Regards

Andrew :thumbs:


This is wrong to be so easy to get in in such countries. Especialy Canada. My country is too damn naive or something. And to know all the worst is in the U.S. sure they send us all the mess so they can clean out their dirty hands. Damn bullcrap. Anyways good luck Dereck. Dont let no one and nothing bring you down be strong, positive and determined and have faith even if you're not religious :).
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-27 15:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNow this is upsetting.

You seem to be of the mindset that everyone is out to get you. Whether it be border patrol officers or posters on a forum that are just trying to help you, you feel attacked. You cannot scream discrimination the second anyone says something that you don't like.



Think whatever you want. :) And say whatever you want but keep it on topic. Dont tell me how you feel or dont feel about me. That irrelevant. Thank you.

ANY person can be denied entry at ANY time. Even when you have a VISA you can be denied entry.

To visit you need to be able to show proof you will return to Canada. And just to clarify, when you get your visa you will NOT have to show proof you will return.

You can call 1 million people and the answer is the same. NO ONE has a guarantee they we will be allowed entry. So what? Canada is the same way. We are planning a trip to Montreal for the day Friday but we MIGHT get refused entry to Canada. I am not losing sleep over it.

If you want to visit, put together some documentation and visit.



Thank you. I appreciate your advice and thanks for staying on topic :)
UndefinedFemaleCanada2010-07-28 13:03:00