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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2
You are welcome. Good luck with everything. If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to post.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-05 09:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2
"Pre-NVC / Preparing Documents Before NVC Processing

Try to have all documents below in the hands of the Petitioner, before the NVC process begins. This should be done BEFORE your I-130 petition is approved

* There are 2 types of processing, Standard & Appointment Post. Most countries are Appointment Post, whereas some (such as China) are Standard.

This guide is based on processing for Appointment Post Embassies and Consulates.

* Standard NVC processing will generally still have to obtain the same documents, but they will be brought to the embassy, which will provide the instructions as to those documents after it sets the interview date.
* Contact NVC to determine if your case is Standard processing or Appointment Post processing.


FROM BENEFICIARY (DS-3032 and components for DS-230 IV Package):

The DS-3032 aka "Choice of Agent form",indicates who will make payments and be primary contact. Most people select the US based petitioner. The DS-230 is the actual Immigrant Visa Application.

* DS-3032[1] completed and signed by beneficiary (ORIGINAL) (indicating petitioner as agent)

* BARCODE instruction: [2]

* DS-230 [3] completed part I & II and only signed part I by beneficiary (ORIGINAL) -- View Sample of Completed Form [4]

* All documents that pertain to the applicant’s petition are required, even if they were previously submitted to the CIS with the applicant’s petition.
* Photocopy Requirement - In addition to sending the original documents or certified copies of the documents to the NVC, the applicant and each accompanying family member must submit a photocopy of the original documents or certified copies of the documents.

* Translations - All documents not in English, or in the official language of the country in which application for a visa is being made, must be accompanied by certified translations.

* The translation must include a statement signed by the translator that states that the:

Translation is accurate, and Translator is competent to translate.

* Marriage certificate (ORIGINAL or CERTIFIED depends on your country {check with NVC})

Note: Marriage certificates from certain countries are unavailable.
More specific information is available from NVC, the nearest United States immigrant visa processing post,
or online at: http://travel.state....ocity_3272.html

* Police Certificate based on country: Use this link, [5] select country, and scroll down to Police Certificate section

* NOTE1: Police Certificate is required for any place in their country of citizenship; the beneficiary has lived longer than six (6) months, after age of 16.

* NOTE2: Police Certificate is required for any places which beneficiary has lived longer than twelve (12) months in any other country other than country of citizenship, after age of 16.

* PCC can take a long time to receive, so request it earlier rather than later (for some countries, such as India, your PCC may need to be within 6 months, for most within 1 year)

* Four (4) Passport size photos (2in.x2in.) (5x5 cm) from beneficiary

* 2 photos to accompany the DS-230

* 2 photos to accompany the medical

* Beneficiary’s passport biographic page (Photocopy)

The applicant and each applicant that is traveling together with the applicant must submit a photocopy of the biographic data page from the respective valid passport.

Submit a photocopy of the biographic data page of the applicant’s and the applicant’s individual family members’ valid passports.
This is the page that shows the applicant’s name and date and place of birth.
Note: Do NOT send the applicant’s passport(s) to the NVC, just the photocopy of the biographic data page.

* Beneficiary’s birth certificate (Certified) WARNING - Some birth certificates have an EXPIRATION DATE

* Each applicant will need to obtain an original birth certificate issued by the official custodian of birth records in the country of birth, showing the date and place of birth and the parentage of the alien, based upon the original registration of birth.

* The certificate must contain the:

* Person’s date of birth
* Person’s place of birth
* Names of both parents, and
* Annotation by the appropriate authority indicating that it is an extract from the official records

* Unobtainable birth certificates

* The applicant’s birth record may not be obtainable. Some reasons are listed below:

* The applicant’s birth was never officially recorded.
* The applicant’s birth records have been destroyed.
* The appropriate government authority will not issue one.
* Please obtain a certified statement from the appropriate government authority stating the reason the applicant’s birth record is not available. With the certified statement the applicant must submit secondary evidence. For example:

* A baptismal certificate that contains the date and place of birth, as well as both parents names (providing the baptism took place shortly after birth)
* An adoption decree for an adopted child
* An affidavit from a close relative, preferably the applicant’s mother, stating the date and place of birth, both parents names, and the mother’s maiden name.

* Beneficiary’s Military Record (Certified)

Note: Military records from certain countries are unavailable.
More specific information is available from NVC, the nearest United States immigrant visa processing post, or online at: http://travel.state....city_3272.html.

* Divorce, Death Certificates (Certified)

Applicants who have been previously married must obtain evidence of the termination of EACH prior marriage.
Evidence must be in the form of original documents issued by a competent authority, or certified copies bearing the appropriate seal or stamp of the issuing authority, such as:

FINAL divorce decree
Death certificate
Annulment papers

FROM PETITIONER (Components for I-864 AOS Package) :

The I-864 is known as the Affidavit of Support. It's proof that the petitioner and/or co-sponsors can afford to support the beneficiary.


* I-864 [6] completed & signed by petitioner which is the Main Sponser(ORIGINAL)-- View Sample of Completed Form [7]

* IRS Tax information - 1 year is required, up to 3 years may help.

* Tax Transcripts, optional but may help. Call the IRS to get it FREE! 1 (800) 829-1040

* W-2s and/or 1099s

* 1040 from most recent tax year

* Pay stubs for current year (6 months should do)

* Employment letter showing your income and position.

* Make sure that position/title is consistent on all forms.

* Co-Sponsor in same HouseHold: I-864A and all Tax information as above

* Co-Sponser NOT in same HouseHold: I-864 and all Tax information as above

* The petitioner must ALWAYS submit an I-864....even if there's zero income.

* NOTE: Even something as simple as Painter on one form, and Painting on another, could trigger an RFE (Request for Evidence)

* Assets may be used to supplement income (such as bank accounts, equity in a home, but when an automobile is used, the first car may not be used...only 2nd, 3rd, etc)

* Assets of Petitioner are calculated at 1/3rd value. If the Petitioner has $30,000.00 USD in a bank account, they will be given $10,000.00 USD credit toward income requirement.
* Assets of Beneficiary or Sponsor are calculated at 1/5th value. If the Beneficiary has $50,000.00 USD in a bank account, they will be given $10,000.00 USD credit toward income requirement.
* Assets may be used to entirely satisfy the income requirement, but you will still be required to submit the Petitioner's most recent tax return. "

I believe you overlooked this whole section.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-05 08:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2
If you read the guide, there are plenty of things to do besides fill out the forms. There are Police Certificates that need to be obtained. Check your U.S. Embassy/Consulate page for the list of required documents for your area. You can get your IRS transcripts for the last 3 years, an employment letter, bank statements (or whatever you plan on using to prove that you meet the income requirements. Also, you can start gathering up evidence for the interview.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-05 08:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2
This tells you about the next step (NVC) and some papers to start working on now. The wait time between NOA1 and NOA2 is anywhere from a month (if you are super lucky) to 6 months. If it goes beyond 6 months, call USCIS and complain to an officer (you have to request to speak to an immigration officer).

Best of luck on your journey.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-05 07:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2
http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

This is a good guide to read.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-05 07:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFrom NOA-1 TO NOA-2 What are they checking?
Yes, they check your paperwork and they check both you and your spouse's names against FBI records and blah blah. They also just let your petition sit there for a while if nothing strange comes up. Congrats on becoming a USC!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-08 10:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase Complete & Sign In Failed :)
Congrats! I think they are scheduled the 2nd week of each month (some times more of month depending). That means they ill schedule your interview (hopefully) next week or so and it ill be in July. If you miss the cut off date for scheduling, it will be pushed back another month. As long as your embassy isn't backlogged, you should be looking at a July interview.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-02 10:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshi everyone
What exactly do you need help with?
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 18:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 Questions 32 & 33
Hello, I hope this is of some help. For the schools, most people just put their high school and college or vocational school and don't worry about the earlier things. As for the work...you should be able to put down the volunteer jobs and write that they were volunteer. That might help any "gaps" that they would see in your employment. You had to fill out the last 5 years of employment for your G-325, what did you put on there? Just go from there and back 5 more years.

Good luck with everything!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 18:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmy I-130 petition is in California service center?
The CSC is supposed to be processing faster/VSC had too many cases and sent some to CSC. Hopefully they will start processing our cases faster soon!!!! Good luck on your journey.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 18:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdjustment of status in I-130 form question
I got my NOA2 so apparently if I didn't fill it in, it didn't matter.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 21:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdjustment of status in I-130 form question
I think I skipped that second part on mine...:P. It looks like you put in the Embassy/consulate for your foreign spouse.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 21:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdjustment of status in I-130 form question
That questions only applies if your relative is in the US. I would just put "N/A". Check out this example I-130:

http://www.visajourn...-Form-I-130.pdf
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 21:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMARCH FILER STATUS
Come join us in the March2010 Filers thread! Most of the lovely people there are still waiting!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-09 23:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApril 2010 CR1 Filer Updates
Best of luck!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-10 15:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApril 2010 CR1 Filer Updates
Not to rain on your parade or anything, but here is the other April Filers forum:

http://www.visajourn...0-i-130-filers/

I noticed that both of you guys had started the Forum around the same time.

As for what you could do next, I would read LingChe's shortcut guide:

http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

The "touches" are really just the column on your portfolio on the USCIS website where it says, "last updated". If that date changes from your NOA1 receipt date, then you have been "touched". It doesn't really mean much. It is always nice to see that they are doing something to your case but they don't tell you what it is....:(.

I wish you the best of luck with evrything!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-10 14:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLong birth certificate Honduras
Several people have translated the documents themselves. You just need to attach this to your translation:
Certification by Translator

I, ________ certify that I am fluent (conversant) in the English and Thai languages, and that the above/attached document is an accurate translation of the document attached entitled Certificate of Birth.

Signature: ___________________________ Date: ____________

Name (of translator)
Address


As to how much it will cost for the B.C., I have no idea. PLease come join us in the March 2010 CR1 filer's thread. We are all waiting for news as well.

Have a safe trip.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-03 09:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresa couple simple questions
I think they have to be sent together or you will get sent an RFE and be delayed both in receiving the RFE and then for them to process the RFE request.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-10 17:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I call USCIS
If you really want to talk to them and have the full experience...you should look on your NOA1 for the # and then wade through the phone menu yourself. Then, once you get to the operator, you can answer their 1004 questions that have nothing to do with you and have them read you what it says on your NOA1 (word for word) and then like Nigeria said, they will tell you that you are still within the current processing times. If you really want to, knock yourself out!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-11 11:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTourist Visa Denial
Yes, the DS-156 is only for fiance visas. It will come up eventually so be prepared. If not in forms, they will for sure ask you at the interview.

-It shouldn't cause a denial of the I-130 nor DS230 unless the original denial was due to drugs or something serious. It might be on the DS230 somewhere.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-11 18:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTourist Visa Denial
It will come up later. At the interview for sure! Other than that, I can't remember right now.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-11 18:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresConfused about my NOA 2
First off...congrats :dance: !!! Now back to business. Don't worry about what it says. They will also telly ou to wait until you are blue in the face...but we all know that this isn't necessary. If you read this guide, you will know what to do next:

http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

It should take about a week from your NOA2 notice date for NVC to have your case number. Of course you can always check before that. Expect a busy tone.

I hope that makes sense and helps you.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-11 15:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresLingChe NVC Shortcut Guide question...
You can always go to the USCIS website and find the I-864 forms there. Those will be the most up to date available. Also, it will say on there if previous editions are excepted or not.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-11 22:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Certificate before NOA 2
This might be good for you:
http://travel.state....1.html?cid=3699

I would get it ahead of your NOA2 and your spouse send it along with the other documents that you need from them (birth cert and all the other stuff related to your case and some signed DS230 pages...etc.)
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-11 09:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPay stub and letter from employment...
No prob! Good luck with everything!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-13 16:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPay stub and letter from employment...
Your co-sponsor's will need to provide that information (although it says optional, but best to submit these items instead of getting an RFE for them later). You will state on your I-864 that you have to fill out anyway that you don't have a job right now. So they won't be expecting a letter from your employer nor pay stubs. They will just expect your last 3 years of tax transcripts or the 1040's plus your W2's and whatever else applies to your previous work history (if self-employed or not per the instructions on the I-864 monstrous packet).

Best of luck! I hope that info was helpful.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-13 08:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSomali Islamists banned World Cup watching.
I think you posted this in the wrong forum. :unsure:

Edited by TeyaValentina, 14 June 2010 - 10:24 AM.

BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-14 10:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864
If you spend a ton of time reading all sorts of VJ (Visa Journey) posts, you won't need a lawyer. The I-864 does get filed during the NVC but the NVC doesn't have the final say on issuance of a visa. The consulate in India where you will be having an interview later on down the road has the final say on whether or not they will issue you a visa. Here is a link to the poverty guidelines:

http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD or maybe:

http://www.uscis.gov...form/i-864p.pdf

For you wife to be eligible to sponsor you, she would need to make enough for 2 people or 18,212 per year. If you are going to have her parents sponsor you, your wife still needs to fill out an I-864 and then the next part depends on whether your wife lives with her parents or not. If she does, she will file her I-864 and then either one or both parents (depending on how they file their taxes) will need to file I-864A's. if she doesn't live with them, then they will file I-864's. The way that the household size is counted for the I-864 if her parent's sponsor you (regardless of if both are sponsoring you or just one parent) is: her mom, her dad, you, and any other dependents that her parent's list on their taxes. So assuming that they don't have any dependents listed on their taxes, the number would be 3. So they would need to make $22,887 per year. If you haven't read this guide yet, it will be helpful for the next step:

http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

Like I said about the tax info and I-864's, it just depends on how much your wife makes and then if you need a co-sponsor what is the living situation and how the co-sponsors file their taxes. Many people have gone through this without a lawyer and have been just fine. Obviously it is up to you but this is quite doable with some study on here and asking around.

I wish you the best of luck on your journey. You should come join us in the March 2010 thread if you haven't already:

http://www.visajourn.../page__st__1080

I hope this information was helpful.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-13 08:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230
If you wouldn't mind updating your time line as well, that would be greatly appreciated:
http://www.visajourney.com/timeline/

-Good luck on your journey!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-14 14:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230
You have to submit an original as well as a copy to the NVC along with your NVC. If she needs it again for the interview, they will have it there but you will also need to get another one. Lame, I know.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-14 14:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNotice of action 1 question
Or in other words, yes. It should say I-130 because that is what you filed.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-14 17:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat are biometrics?
Normally, for the CR1 petition, you don't have to do them unless they contact you specifically. The foreign spouse will do those at the interview and once at the Port of Entry.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-14 17:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresALL documents translated?
If it is for the interview in Nicaragua, no need to. For the USCIS initial part, yes. They make you translate everything else. Good luck on your journey!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-12 19:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone went to US embassy in Chile?
You can check the embassy website to see if you are allowed. It is usually a good idea/beneficial for the USC to go to the interview as well. I can't help with the Chile specifics. I'm sure someone else will come along to help you out. Best of luck on your journey!

Here is the link for the embassy: http://chile.usembas...rant_visas.html
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-13 08:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlease update your timelines and not just your profle "signature."
I like how this was started by a Marcher and some other March peeps chimed in! Go MARCH!!!!!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-05-20 16:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about "Sign In Failed"...
The Sign in Fail is just from the website. The Case Complete is when you call the NVC number and the AVR tells you that your case is complete. Congrats on the SIF!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-18 18:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdoes I130 can approved on green card?
Are you asking if your I-130 gets approved as your wife being a GC holder or being a U.S. Citizen? I think in your other post you said that she informed USCIS that she became a U.S. Citizen, correct? If so, then your petition will get approved showing that she is a U.S. Citizen.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-19 12:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230
Item 20: Sounds good because you were there for longer than 6 months. They will know about it at the embassy so no need to have them question why you omitted it the 2nd time around. You could also submit the passport pages that show that you had a J1 visa for that amount of time.

Item 22: I would put student on the top line and then list your last job. No need for an RFE over something like that

Best of luck! You are almost done!!!!!
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-21 08:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshelp me to solve my problem plzzzzzzz.........
Please read the answers that you received in your other posts. All of the information that you are looking for has been posted there.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-20 09:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFees
You have to pay the courier fee for sending back your passport and the brown envelope.
BigSighFemalePeru2010-06-19 18:46:00