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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdenied visa

Hi to every one here, I am from the Philippines.Me and my fiance from the US are planning to do the K1 visa this March but im am a bit worried about having denied for a tourist visa once.Will this affect the K1 visa application soon? Perhaps some members who have this kind of situation can share.thnk you


I would ask from you.
Why was the Tourist Visa Denied
You indicate: No K-1 is Filed yet. Why was the Tourist Visa denied?
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-13 21:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F: Does Manila Accept Co-Sponsorship?
Hard to Call. Manila will accept a Co-sponsor if a immediate famly member from what I have seen. In this case your father which is good.
1-134 for each of you must proven but get to realize you will submit 2011 Tax Documents. Not 2010.
The Currant Income of the Sponsor and Co-Sponsor with supportive proof.
I have seen Co-sponsors accepted before on this Forum. (Philippines)
You are young and so is she. Stay in School if still attending. They want to see INCOME and not what the posibilities are later.
Life is like a draw at a poker table. If the odds are in your favor you will win more times than loose. If in doubt, walk away and play another day.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-13 23:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo RFE yet, but send more documents anyway?

I just sent in my I-129F submission on Saturday, checked the FedEx website and saw it was delivered and signed for this morning. As I was jumping for joy and using my work's high-duty scanner to send everything to my fiance, I just realized... our letters of intent weren't dated! We seriously went through everything at least 10 times! I'm thinking this is RFE-worthy? :bonk:


That is a High Posibility. That, they get Picky about. Hopefully you are granted a NOA1. (Keep in mind, this could be a RFE later)
The Op's Topic is: Can I add to the 129-F after already sent. That answer is No.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-12 12:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo RFE yet, but send more documents anyway?

I guess I am overthinking as said. Here is what I think I messed up.

1. Outdated (by 2 months) I129-F form
2. Spelling mistake on the Intent to Marry letter (not with the names)
3. SInged I-129F formm in black (This may come back and bite....grr.......ouch.)
4. Only sent 1 page of Phone record for every month instead of all the records.


1. It is a common mistake to send an Outdated I-129-F . They sent your NOA1. I don't see a problem. (Unless they get PICKY)
2. Mistake on the Correct spelling of her name on The Letter of Intent. They have that information on her 325-A. I don't see a problem. You can submit a new Letter of Intent if a RFE arrises or provide at her interview. (Yes that was a mistake but they maynot consider the error)
3. Black Ink is Fine. As long as you sent the Original and dated it.
4. The 129-F is a basic Petition which simply asks a few pictures and proof of a relationship. (How you met, ETC)
YOU HAVE YOUR NOA1 and Approved. Everything you wrote is not serious. It could be worse.
You are going to have to wait and see. BIGGER MISTAKES HAVE BEEN MADE WITHOUT A RFE.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-12 12:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo RFE yet, but send more documents anyway?

Don't even bother sending anything they will send it back to you.I sent an additional page after I had submitted my initial I-129F and they returned it with a generic letter.


Agreed. I'm still Courious what the OP thinks he left out of the Petition. :whistle:
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-12 10:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo RFE yet, but send more documents anyway?
There is Nothing you can do at this point. You can't add to a 129-F once it is Filed. However, I see you received your NOA1. Just what Evidences did you leave out? That will determine a "posible RFE". What did you leave out and members can add. Is the is K-1 or CR1?

Edited by Tim/Mav, 12 December 2011 - 10:39 AM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-12 10:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresno gaps in Employment history???
To the best of my knowledge it only is asked on the I-129F Petition. ( K-1)
There is No Timeline but it reads Naturalization?
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-15 15:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnoa2 letter

Got approved last Friday but so far no letter. I know it's the Christmas season but is this normal?


Contact the NVC in 1 to 2 weeks and they will give you a NEW Case Number. 1-603-334-0700.. Your paperwork is being transfered and the Holidays are not here yet. But, who knows how that works really.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-15 19:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions on G-235a .. HELP !
A Separate G-325-A Form and a Separate Letter of Intent for each of You.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-15 21:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

Just expressing my bewilderment that someone would make such an open, judgmental comment. "Courageous" wasn't quite the word I would have used. ;)

-K


Judgemental. Scroll all my replies. I'm not perfect myself. I need help sometimes too.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 22:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

If someone is excited to have a child and they want to write that, they write that. They share the happy news that they have.
Its nothing about an EGO. Posted Image

If they met and became pregnant soon into the relationship before filing and are excited there is NOTHING wrong with putting that in the explanation if they want to put it. It may not be needed or required like I said but there is nothing wrong with it.


That statement Inky I can agree with. The momment was there and they wish to marry now. (yes, a baby on the way) I don't shame or turn my back because of this. Happens all the time. Women are so sexy you know. They can make a man do anything.
I feel it would be best to acknowledge the pregnancy in the Cover Letter. But, a part of me says: since the 129-f is not filed yet I think the CR-1 is a better way to go.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 21:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

One would write this on the question of how you met when you give background information or one would include a personal letter.


I still think/say the information is not asked for on the Forms. However, Inky IN THE COVER LETTER it would/could be stated if wished too. information asked on the forms how you met and your intentions is what is asked for on the Initial Forms. I previously said: No need to involve information not asked for but it will come-up. The pregnancy can be disclosed in the cover letter. No attachments are needed since pregnacy is not an issue to the approval. /and or required on a 129-f Petition. There not looking for a life story yet.

Edited by Tim/Mav, 21 November 2011 - 07:28 PM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 19:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

Respectfully, but what in the world does that have to do with it (unprotected ***)? Anything that might help you prove a solid relationship should be mentioned IMO. I too am the USC petitioner and I am pregnant and I made SURE to mention it. It's important. I also got an expedite based on problems with my pregnancy. So my pregnancy definitely DID NOT work against me.




Your Timeline does not back-up your reply. Your timeline indicates recently you been asking but I see No Approval. Hope you get Approved. Update your timeline please. Your still waiting for the NOA2 ? Correct..
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 14:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

Respectfully, but what in the world does that have to do with it (unprotected ***)? Anything that might help you prove a solid relationship should be mentioned IMO. I too am the USC petitioner and I am pregnant and I made SURE to mention it. It's important. I also got an expedite based on problems with my pregnancy. So my pregnancy definitely DID NOT work against me.




I'm sorry you had problems with your pregancy and unprotected sex was your choice. A solid relationship is not when the parties have alot of unprotected sex. Or Sex at all until later. However, lets focus on the OP's post and not your own. No Petition is filed yet and No complications with her pregnancy as yet or maynot will be. No Petition is Filed yet. The OP is not asking how do I file a an expedite before even the file of the 129-F. One must File before any requests. EVER HEARD OF A 129-F WITH A CHECK FOR $340.00 FILED WITH APPLICATION AND A REQUEST FOR EXPEDITE IMMEDIATELY. Not Me.
I hope everything is fine for you.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 13:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

Yes I am the USC and the one who is pregnant. I am totally new to this process and I feel like I dont really know what I'm doing. I just want to make sure I do everything right.

Thanks!


You GO GIRL. Read what I said: Theres is no need to mention the Preganacy. Get your NOA1/NOA2 Approvals and go from there. But don't discount other members thoughts. They read to fast and replied. I DO IT ALL THE TIME AND FELL STUPID LATER. Were just people too.
Good luck with your 129-F Submital. It should be fine Tim
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 12:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

Very good Teapot. But this later down the road. Celebes, no valid reason for expedite.
The question the OP is asking is: Do I mention it on the 129-F I'm going to submit.? I think No mention should be there and run the course for the NOA1 and NOA2 Approvals. And if I read the post correctly, it is the USC that is pregnant so no Medical Exam due to a prenancy is required of the USC. ???? Did I read wrong?


Key words in the OP's Post. "I'm pregnant and getting reddy to File the 129-F So She's a woman. Only the USC She is not subject to DNA tests and the list goes on. ONLY THE USC CAN FILE.
As far as Celeb stated: Problems with the pregnancy would be feasable with a doctors statement that the beneficiary be present with her. That takes time itself. But, remember all this is down the road and they have'nt even filed yet. (Expedite later)
It was just a question and assuptioms were the Beneficiary is pregnant. Don't look that way

Edited by Tim/Mav, 21 November 2011 - 12:11 PM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 12:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting
Very good Teapot. But this later down the road. Celebes, no valid reason for expedite.
The question the OP is asking is: Do I mention it on the 129-F I'm going to submit.? I think No mention should be there and run the course for the NOA1 and NOA2 Approvals. And if I read the post correctly, it is the USC that is pregnant so no Medical Exam due to a prenancy is required of the USC. ???? Did I read wrong?
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 11:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpecting

I was wondering if any of you could advise me on something. I am pregnant and I a getting ready to send in my K-1 packet today. Does it make a difference if I mention this on my application? I was just wondering if this will hurt or help us. I really want my fiance here with me when our baby is born(due July 15th). Thanks in advance for your advice :)


Well, I don't advise the mentioning of it. There will be different opinions. It only proves that you had unprotected sex while not married. The pregnancy will eventually come up but I see No reason to mention it with your 129-F. Trust other members, your pregnacy will not help and may work against you. Keep proof of a strong relationship for the day that interview may come. Then, include the baby during your pregnancy in your conversations/visits. (During your Pregnancy)

Edited by Tim/Mav, 21 November 2011 - 11:31 AM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-11-21 11:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswestern union receipts

That is fine i guess if you already have a child with your fiance, to which regular allotments and support is needed.


That is an Assumption since there is No Timeline established. If true, there is a child involved showing Support is a plus. Thus Western Union Payments to Support the Child or Spouse.
Most Countries accept International Child Support Laws but are rarely enforced due to the Costs to the Immigrant not filing or can't afford too.

Tell me you never sent your loved one a Western Union.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-12-15 02:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures5.B of instructions page for form I-129F
My NOA1 to NOA2 was 132 days without an RFE.


My declaration of intent read as follows:

I, **Name**, Petitioner in this matter, declare as follows:
1. I am a citizen of the United States of America, born in **City**, **State**.
2. I have prepared this declaration and the enclosed documents for the purpose of securing a K-1 Fiancée visa for **Fiancé Name** with the good faith intent of marrying **Fiancé Name** within 90 days of her arrival in the United States of America.
3. The enclosed documents and attachments, including the enclosed I-129F Petition and G-325A forms for bibliographic information for myself and **Fiancé Name** are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
4. I have met **Fiancé Name** in person within the last two years. The enclosed photographs, (tab 5) are photos taken of myself and **Fiancé Name** within the last two years.

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of **State** and The United States of America that the foregoing is true and correct.

Dated this 16th day of June, 2011 in **City**, **State**.

(Signature)
**Name**


- - -

My Fiancee's declaration read:


Petitioner:
** Name & DOB **


United States Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services


Dear Sir or Madam:


I, **Fiancé Name**, do hereby state and declare that I am of age and legally able and willing to marry, **Name** and intend to do so within 90 days of my arrival into the United States using the K-1 visa.

I further declare the provided G-325A bibliographic form is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of The United States of America that the foregoing is true and correct.


Dated this ____ day of June, 2011 in _____________, Philippines.


(Signature)
**Fiancé Name**

- - - -
mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-15 15:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 & K-2 Visa for Tourist or Vacation

Yes, it is true. The CO put my tourist visa on 221g because on form I wrote," visit my boyfriend".



My reference was to someone not on this forum from China that landed in SFO and was asked what she planned to do in the USA and she happily said, "I am here to see my boyfriend." They went on to question her and she blindly confessed that they were talking about marriage and kids. She was detained and sent on a flight back the next day.

!doh!
mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-15 18:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 & K-2 Visa for Tourist or Vacation
It sounds like you could come and get married and then return. The choice of getting married is separate from where you want to live.
mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-15 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 & K-2 Visa for Tourist or Vacation
The K-1 is for entry with intent to marry within 90 days only. Once you have the K-1, you cannot then use it for another purpose.

Similarly, if you have a tourist visa and you land with intent to marry, you will be turned away. I know of a woman that landed and when asked said she was there to visit her boyfriend and they put her on the next flight back to China.

There is nothing wrong with entering with a K-1 and honestly intending to marry, then changing your mind after you are here. Similarly, there is nothing wrong with honestly entering as a tourist and meeting someone and deciding to get married while you are here.

But the two visas should not me used for an improper purpose. This is not an admission ticket to come to the USA. This is permission to come to the USA for specific conduct and if there is evidence that you do not intend to use the visa for the intended purpose, there may be consequences.

Can you do this and get away with it? Probably, if you are smart.

Should you? Probably not.

If you fly in the LAX where your relatives are and your Petitioner is in SLC, then you will get flagged and might be sent back. (For example.) As well, your former fiancé can, with a phone call, see that you are flagged for fraud and unlikely to ever get into the USA again.

Edited by mapletree, 15 November 2011 - 03:39 PM.

mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-15 15:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo NOA2 yet...

Hi All,

I just wanted to double check the processing time of my NOA 2

.... first NOA August 9th stating that it had been forwarded to the California Service Center.



You should expect an NOA2 after about 5 months. You can check online if you want, but I would not bother calling until 5 months have passed. This puts you out to early January 2012.

The timelines are an awesome resource. Use them and add your data for the benefit of others.

As far as visiting, this will only support your evidence of a relationship. Go for it!

I went to see my fiancée between NOA1 and NOA2 and added new photos to the evidence of a relationship file.

Edited by mapletree, 15 November 2011 - 03:58 PM.

mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-15 15:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi love you phrases cause denial of visa
I have seen several posts about collecting evidence of a relationship. Some teeter on the edge of generating evidence of a relationship. My guess the people that read such logs are pretty good at sniffing BS. So if you put "I love you" in a chat log to create evidence of a relationship, then I think they could likely tell.

Just be honest.
mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-19 11:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdouble proxy marriage

Just adding that nobody actually cares or verifies whether they had sex. They just had to be together in person after the proxy marriage was completed.



Technically you need to have sex to consummate the marriage.

More serious in this case is I believe she said she was pregnant. If they claim they have not consummated / lie / etc. it all goes very wrong very quickly. The child is either evidence of consummation or refutes the legitimacy of the relationship.

While it may be possible to fast track this and get a K-3 before the baby is born, based on the indicated timeline of things (filing a I-129 AFTER the visit / consummation / impregnation ) I would guess she is quite a ways along.

I would guess the plans need to be for a child to be born in the Philippines and then mother and child to obtain visas.

If money is no object, I would hire an attorney and see if something can be done.
mapletreeMalePhilippines2011-11-14 13:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresArrested for domestic violence in the past

My fiancé has a friend that 2 weeks ago turned in his I-129F petition to Texas. He has not received his first notice yet. In his previous marriage, he was arrested for domestic violence and booked in jail. When he went before the judge, the judge dismissed the case and he was never convicted. On his I-129f petition he answer no to never being convicted of domestic violence. He did a background search on his name on the Internet and sure enough it pops up that he was arrested for domestic violence but the case was dismissed. Will this be a red flag to USCIS? Will they RFE him or will he get denial for not do disclosing the circumstances of the arrest? My fiancé told him that he should provide documentation about the arrest and that it was dismissed by the judge, and to write a motorized statement stating the events of what happened.


This is what should happen in this circustance to Satisfy USCIS about what will show in Background Check. How would I know? I been through it. RFE (21 years ago but it shows charges dropped or not)
An Arrest for Domestic Violence/Booked in Jail will show whether Dismissed or Not.
A Notorized Document is WORTHLESS stating: The charges were Dismissed.
What USCIS will require is a Certified Copy from the Court Clerk with a Seal/Stamp dated and signed by the Court Clerk in INK and Original Copy ONLY.
This will require your friend make a trip to the Courthouse and pay a small fee to the County Clerk for Original Documentation of the above.
There is no reason to state the events of what happened and get it Notorized. Casey Anthony could write a letter to herself and get it Notorized she did'nt kill her daughter. (Forgive me for that)
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-07-08 12:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

I think I need an immigration attorney. How do I find a good one, and find one fast?


Get a free consultation and/or $100.00 bucks for 45 minutes. no need to hire them. (Just to get past this first Loop-Hole) Bring every piece of papers (documents) you have and some KY Jelly because thats going to be a screw. Your goal here is to aquire the NOA2. You won't need an attorney after that (Maybe) Get every document posible from your divorce attorney to present to the immigration attorney. I wish there was a better way than this but there is to much confusion.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 12:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it
Get ahold of your divorce attorney and ask for legal disollution of the marridge to include who got what, who pays what, who got the big screen tv and signed by the judge. Thats your divorce decree. If your divorce attourney does not have this when you just recently divorced then your attorney has an addiction to his/her paper shreder.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 11:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

Everyone always says there's no need for a lawyer for the K1 visa. Besides, what would a lawyer do in my case? They still want the divorce decree. My lawyer doesn't do immigration, so having a talk with him about this won't do much good. He's great at divorces and criminal stuff though.

What would documents about property show? They asked for a divorce decree, not details on property. I have a quitclaim deed that shows she gave her ownership in the house over to me, that's about it. I could include it, but it is not the divorce decree they asked for.

Am I correct that I only have one shot at sending in the correct info, and if it is still deemed incomplete, that I'm screwed?



No, and that doesn't matter. The divorce only has to be absolute... I could have filed I-129F one day after (but I didn't). And the "divorce nisi" in the document isn't saying it is the divorce nisi... it is referencing it from 3 months earlier.



It is the only document they issue... really nice seal embedded on it, from the court, that I paid a whole $20 for. I'm aware other states are different, but I am in MA and cannot retroactively change my state to one that issues a better divorce decree.


Hiker, read Jim's reply You are not dealing with a divorce Attorney anymore, you are dealing with immigration law now.

Edited by Tim/Mav, 01 September 2011 - 11:39 AM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 11:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

That is exactly the document that I got. It costs $20. My lawyer told me this is the one to get, and there is no other I can get.

I can include the original documents that we created for the hearing, but they don't really prove anything other than what it is we were agreeing to WRT property.


If you had a good immigration Attorney, this would not even be needed. If you have other documents about property, etc. Send those with the RFE and have a talk with your Attorney
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 11:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it
Your in Luck. Jim's looking at your post. :dance:
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 10:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

I spelled things correctly. When asked for former wives, I put her original name in there ... her first and last name... not my last name. They were not clear on whether they wanted the before-marriage name or after-marriage name, so I gave the before-marriage name.

Actually they were clear... says "give maiden name"..... so I did.


It should have been her Maiden Name but I don't have ther form in front of me. Date of birth, where born.
Also, I seen the ABSOLUTE . That is a questional document and though I'm not familiar with your State, that is not a Divorce Decree in Oregon.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 10:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

Notice how the document even very nicely includes the relevant section of Massachusetts law in which this was made absolute under.

I just noticed that the RFE is specifically requesting the divorce decree between me and an incorrect name of my ex-wife... they have her middle name wrong (listed it as her maiden name). So, they are asking for proof that I divorced Mary MaidenName Jones, when I actually divorced Mary MiddleName Jones. I cannot provide what they are looking for... could that be why they are screwed up and want a divorce decree? They think I provided a divorce decree for someone else?


Posible. Double check your copy of the 325-A form and see how you spelled your ex-wifes name.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 10:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

The divorce decree already has a fancy seal on it, with gold leaf and says Massachusetts Probate Court - Middlesex County. It cost $20, not $5. They sign it by whoever signs it... I can't get someone else to sign it. And I can't go in person to get it; it must be done by mail via the copy office. It is not notarized. Is there a way I can attach an image here to demonstrate? I'd be happy to include an image with personal details blanked out. There is no "exemplified copy", unless you count this as it. Yes of course it has been 90 days since I divorced.... please I'm not a complete moron, maybe a partial moron, but not a complete one.

I don't see what else I can do except request another copy of it with a later date, and include the original. But, its the same thing!! If they did not like the previous one, there is nothing about this that is going to be any more to their liking.


I'm not sure what to tell you.
Fed-Ex a explaination, another Original and copy. Include a copy of your NOA1.
There is always an option of seeing a USCIS CSR by Info-Pass and bring the documents.
Your Petition is still in the US. Hopefully, another Employee of USCIS understands and will clear the NOA2.
Best Guess
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 10:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

And the exact text is "You did not submit sufficient evidence to establish a final (absolute) divorce decree. Therefore, additional evidence is needed. Submit proof of the legal termination of the marriage of <blank> and <blank>. Such proof would normally be a final (absolute) divorce decree, death certificate, annulment, etc. In order for the legal termination of a marriage to be considered valid for immigration purposes, it must have been registered with a civil authority. Note: A Divorce Nisi is not considered to be evidence of a final divorce."

I don't know what a "Divorce Nisi" is, nor does it say that on my divorce decree. Mine is a one page document that says "Certificate of Divorce Absolute Under G.L. c 208, 1A", has docket number, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate and Family Court (the one in Cambridge)... later on says "I further certify that on <date> ninety days having expired since the entry of the divorce nisi and the Court not h aving otherwise ordered, said Judgment of Divorce became Absolute."

It is signed and has a big fancy stamp on it. What am I supposed to do???????


The problem with what you submitted may lay here. A Divorce Decree that is only One page is hard to believe. The Document should include all the details of the marridge and separation of property as well.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 10:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

Try getting what they call an "exemplified copy", it just has fancy ribbons and is signed and sealed with an official sticker, of course it will cost you...


The Court will charge $5.00 or less. Not much is it. A Notory costs alot more, there not looking for a Notorized Decree.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 09:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot RFE for "divorce decree" but I already included it

Send another copy keep the original, good color copy, with a cover letter, make sure it says final or absolute etc. Highlight any areas they might need. You can always call for a clarification.


Respectfuly, I got a RFE for the same thing. Divorce Decree. They do not want a copy, you already sent that as I did as well.
In my case for the RFE they wanted a Original with The County Clerks Seal and Initialed by the County Clerk in Ink and dated on the FINAL Decree page to page and complete. The document was in black and white and since they wanted an Original I asked the Clerk to sign in blue ink.
NOA2 came 2 weeks after. Just my experience.
If and when you go to the Courthouse for a new document the seal and date will be updated. Hopefully, your RFE is over. Good Luck
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-01 09:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuick question - RFE response, any "Attn" needed on it?

I'm going to mail the RFE response tomorrow... on the envelope, should I put "Attn: RFE" or anything like that? With the I-129F I put "I-129F Original Submission". The instructions don't mention anything about this for the RFE.

Thanks


Did'nt you ask this same question a few days ago. It's OK, "well" try again.
No need to write Attn: Response to RFE or Supplement to 129-F on the envelope. You would just confuse the Post Office and delay your Response./ And no one at USCIS really gives a hoot. They just want a reply to the RFE without dramatics.
Include a copy of your NOA1 , A copy of the RFE and your response. Please note: Some RFE's require Original Certified Documents and not copies from your Courthouse depending on the RFE and circumstances.
A Request for Evidence ranges from A to Z and that is why each particular RFE/Case is not so much listed on VJ. It could be almost anything. You have your NOA1 so they are questioning background or clarification.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-02 20:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresco sponsor proving income with bank statements/assets...not taxes
Moreover, some Assets are taxable and require a return, profit or loss statement,etc. The price of risk.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-09-02 18:32:00