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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReceived RFE in the mail today...

So I received my RFE in the mail today. Apparently I forgot to answer whether or not my fiance and I are related. The funny thing is, we already have the same surname, so it must have looked suspicious. Happy it is such an easy fix.

Does anyone know if I just refill out the original I-129F application with the original dates and all or should I update the application with the current date? Thanks for the advice!


This is my Best Guess and see what other Members think:

I would not suggest filling out another 129-F and back-dating the Original Document. Why: The 129-F has a date, the NOA1 has a date and the RFE has a date. Your answer to the RFE should be Currant to date.

What you could do is: #1. Fill in the answer on a Separate 129-F that addresses the question and sign and date it. Mark as "Attachment" for Request for Evidence.
# 2. Answer the question on a Separate Sheet of paper and sign and Date it. "Mark As Reponse to Rquest for Evidence"

This is guess work. Me, I would do both # 1 and # 2. It would also be a good idea to send a copy of the NOA1 and a Copy of the RFE with your reply.

Hope this helps but see what others say. Tim
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-20 16:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCopies or Originals ?
Sorry, Missed. The letter of Intent signatures must be ORIGINAL in INK. NO COPIES
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-21 00:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCopies or Originals ?

I read you should only send copies and save the originals in case they lose them or are requested at a later time. However, on the "Letter of Intent" letters I had them both notarized at the US Embassy in the home country (Thailand) of my fiance (beneficiary). Should I send the originals or copies. Are there other docs that should be originals ?

One more question. Do I need to send only $340? I read somewhere about a fee for biometrics??

Thanks


The letter of intent can be scanned but the signature and date must each be signed separately IN INK. One Letter of Intent for you and One letter of Intent for her. SEPARATE DOCUMENTS. The 129-F Fee is $340.00 made out to US Department of Homeland Security. Other fees come later.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-21 00:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust when everything was coming together

ANY US citizen or Permanent Resident can co-sponsor as long as the consulate allows it.

Is there a reason your fiance cannot support you? That should probably be addressed first since you will not be able to work for some months after arrival (3-6 months usually) you will have a lot of expenses (more than $1000 just to file the AOS) and you cannot expect all these people you are going to will actually pay your living expenses, right?


Yes, The NOA2 is already approved and there is no deffinate Sponsor. It is all guess work. Parents, changed their minds, He has a friend I dont know I have a friend he don't know. Being a Co-Sponsor is a serious issue. The Economy is Rough but making $11.00 an hour to meet Income requirements should be obtainable. Not practicing what I don't preach. I'm looking for a $11.00 an hour job now. ($20.00 an hour don't matter at this time anymore) My case is already in Manila. I don't rely on a Co-Sponsor or even ask. How important is the rest of your life and how important is this to you. The Petitioner much REACH DOWN and try to succeed like I'm trying as well. Soon you may find yourself with a letter from the Embassey to schedule your appointment and find out like me you will have to schedule a delay if they approve it. Caution: They make that Decision. Wish you Best.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 06:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI could not find this...Sorry if its a repeat.

You need to submit an original document w a signature in ink, for the copy ull most prolly get an RFE.


A scanned copy is acceptable. However, Each letter of Intent must be Separate and Each signed in INK and Dated by both parties.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 08:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG 325A question
Yes, its late. There is no such thing as WE when Fiing the Petition. The Beneficiary dont count as income. The Petitioner must show 125% of the Poverty Level which is about $18,400.00. 2010 Taxes are good to have and a good idea to include. But, you indicate that 2011 and currant income will break that mark. Keep in mind:
Example: if your currant wage is $12.00 per hour and full-time then your annual income you will list is $12.00 per hour X 40 X 52 weeks. = $ Currant Income of $ 24,960.00 over and above the Poverty Line. Does not matter if you only started work in April. Currant pay stubs for 2011 are important and a letter from the Boss/Company.
AGAIN: If for example the currant wage wage is $12.00 per hour and show proof then your Annual Income is $ 24,960.00.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 03:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325A

To be sure Tim, bottom of 325A page, in the highlighted boxed area, I put, 'does not apply'..?
When fiance is filling out her, (actually she is done), would she leave it blank as well?


Never leave blanks. There is no Alien #. Write NONE or N/A
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 20:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325A

G325A...I am about done with mine, to be SURE, I know its dumb, but where it states applicants name and A#, down towards bottom, is that still me, or fiance'...?


Write: NONE Does not apply For the Alien number.

Edited by Tim/Mav, 22 August 2011 - 06:58 PM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 18:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview in 2 days
You waited for this for a long time. You'll be fine.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-23 05:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWestern Union Receipts

what do you mean? thats PART of our proof. lets be serious only an idiot could partially support an unknown person. we know eachother for 6 years. we have pictures, plane tickets, passport stamps, boarding passes, messenger/skype logs, and letters from our families that describes our relationship. what issues? jesus...and i bet the person who posted this doesnt rely on that either


Best wishes DeeDee for the Interview. Ignore negative posts and go with your heart. Makes no sense to me why someone would stay on this Forum if they had their Finacee/Wife here and hang around to collect Hearts to show authority. Now thats BORING. So, what color is your hair going to be. Pink, Blonde or brunette. I know your a brunette in real life. GOOD LUCK AT THAT INTERVIEW. Tim/Mav. :thumbs:
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 07:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWestern Union Receipts

My interview is soon... Sept 2 at USEM, I gathered all evidence of our ongoing relationship. my fiance and I have a 5-month-old daughter.. He sends in money regularly thru western union and I am planning to present this at the interview... Is that a bad idea? I don't think they would get the impression I am being paid right?....


This is a Good Idea to include. There is a Child Involved and shows Support for both of you.. Save those payment reciepts and volunteer them if asked.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-22 06:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

Of course he can accuse you. If he has evidence to back up his accusation then the US government may conclude you are guilty of visa fraud, and a finding of material misrepresentation would be entered into your case file. You'd never be able to come to the US again. On the other hand, if he doesn't have any evidence (which is likely) then his accusation would be entered into your case file, but the US government wouldn't draw any conclusions from that. However, a consular officer who is interviewing you for another non-immigrant visa would see that accusation in your case file, and they would be free to consider it when making the discretionary determination whether to grant a visa to you.

The consular officer has a lot of discretion in most types of visa cases, and they can give any derogatory information in your case file as much weight as they think it deserves. You'll be much better off if there is no derogatory information in your case file.


So this means to me Kamilla. Cover your Butt. Hard to accuse you of Visa Fraud on a K-1 if you Willfully declined it and never entered the US. Declined the Visa on your own and free will. Your reason maybe asked. I would say prior mental abuse. MENTAL ABUSE is threats, overpowering authority and fear.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 10:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

im not sure if he can accuse me to visa fruad, i think he should have enough evidence that obviosely he doesn't.


Kamilla, the best advice you got is from Jim "What to do Now".. Cancel the Visa and END Communication with this Ex. Period. It is a threat to your future.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 10:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

The petition isn't closed when the visa is issued. It's closed when the visa is used to enter the US. The petitioner can still withdraw the petition.

The OP can return to the consulate and have the visa cancelled. The consulate will simply stamp the visa cancelled and enter the cancellation into their computer system. The visa itself should not be removed from the passport. You should never intentionally remove pages from your passport.

Kamilla, if you intend to apply for a student visa then you should probably stop communicating with your ex-fiance. An accusation of visa fraud against you may cause problems with your future visa applications.


Good Jim. I did'nt know the right words or have some brains. LOL The relationship seems to Bitter to Restore.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 09:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

he is able to cause a lot of trouble for me, he even threatened me that he can write a letter to embassy and claim that it was a fraud case, that means i only want to come to US , not to be with him.


I won't judge you. But you need to pursue canceling the Visa so it don't interfear with a posible student Visa. If your ex is threatening you with immigration topics against you. CUT OFF as much as posible as far as Communication as to: he could save and use against you. SO WITH THAT SAID: WHAT COUNTRY ARE YOU FROM ?
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 09:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

he told me that he talked to his lawyer and that he is able to cancel it.


Then, You Don't Need Him. Why go through all that and in the end get a Lawyer to breck-it-off. If he Consultaed a Lawyer to discuss ending a Marridge before you got Married then God Loves You and pray to him for the Advance Warning. Hugs !
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 09:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

thank you guys for you responds, visa is a k-1 type, from abudhabi embassy. I dont know how to explain the situation to the embassy. im really confused...


Young Lady. Are you sure you wish to Cancel your Visa. Don't be confused.. If your sure. Be confused if your unsure. ?? I know private is private. Sorry to hear this
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 08:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

The petitioner is not needed. While the petition was the petitioner's, the visa application was the beneficiaries. The only action the petitioner could take would be to cancel the petition if it were still active and it is not.


Sorry but I might be confused. Read the First Post by the OP. The Visa seems 100% Active and is asking how to Cancel.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 08:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

Do not destroy your passport, copy it have petitioner send a letter along with your notarized letter of intention. USCIS or DEPT of 'State will review this for your student visa. Sorry good luck.


Just to Cover Basis: And this is true. What if the Petitioner does not wish to help the Beneficiary. We dont know what Country so Members can't provide Links to the appropriate Embassy. I agree that if the decision is made that the relationship is over then the Beneficiary my provide proof that she wishes to decline her Visa. Remember though, we don't know if it a K-1 or a CR-1 or whatever. The situation my differ depending on the Visa. I'm sure other members could give better advice if more detail was included.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 08:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

I agree. The Petition is past tense. (Visa Issued) what led to this I don't know. I would question to JUST Let the Visa Expire on its own. I realize the Petitioner usualy cancels it but what if he don't? The Beneficiary indicates she would like to pursue a separate Visa (Student) so I believe not canceling the K-1 Visa maybe important later. Very Important... The OP has no Country or Timelime indicated so hard to answer.
I'm sure you know how to Cancel your Visa. Are you sure it was'nt just a silly argument.


There is more to this story but thats your personal privacy. Good luck.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 08:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

Tear the visa out of your passport and send it in with a notarized letter asking them to cancel all.


Don't tear anything out of your Passport or Destruct it in any way. The Notary is a Excellent Idea.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 08:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I write a letter to embassy to cancel the k1 visa?

The petition is no longer active. The visa has been issued. The visa will expire in a short time on it's own or will be invalidated with the issue of a different visa.


I agree. The Petition is past tense. (Visa Issued) what led to this I don't know. I would question to JUST Let the Visa Expire on its own. I realize the Petitioner usualy cancels it but what if he don't? The Beneficiary indicates she would like to pursue a separate Visa (Student) so I believe not canceling the K-1 Visa maybe important later. Very Important... The OP has no Country or Timelime indicated so hard to answer.
I'm sure you know how to Cancel your Visa. Are you sure it was'nt just a silly argument.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-24 08:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat salary level should one be to aviod co-sponsors

When filing for the K1 visa do those same numbers go? And are we at 100% instead of the 125%? Thanks!

Oh, and do they go off before or after taxes? Thanks! :)


100% of the poverty Level is not enough unless Military. The 125% Level is required. Before taxes is Gross Income. In this rough economy even so: $ 10.00 an hour Full time exceeds 125% of that level. ($10.00 an hour x 8 X 40 X 52 weeks = $ 20,800.00) Which exceeds the poverty line for 2 which is about $18, 400.00.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 09:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDivorce Decree

explain how my answer was incorrect


The question relates to : Original or Copy. You stated No. A scanned Copy is rejectable. Did I read your post wrong?
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 08:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDivorce Decree

please get a consulate specific answer to manila... for kyiv the answer was no, not needed


Incorrect Answer : A copy of the Divorce Decree is needed but this usually is associated with the Approval of the 129-F or NOA2 Approval. What is needed is:
A Stamp or Seal on the Document from the Court House containing every page if the Decree. Signed/Initialed by the Country Clerk and dated. A scanned copy is No Good. Some Certification of the Document is needed and this is how it is done. Been there. done that. RFE for not knowing myself. The Original is needed.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 07:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes K1 expire?

That expiration is meaningless.....the Embassy has full control of your paperwork and can automatically extend things as they wish....there is nothing to do or worry about.


Respectfuly, not true. The Embassy does have full control of the paperwork. That expiration date is there for a reason. The extension is not always Automatic. A extention generally requires the Petitioner to request an extention. To think there going to do this for you without contact to that Embassy will result in refiling you Petition all over again and paying the fees/paperwork all over again. Giving someone advice to not worry about it is incorrect. Sorry Baron.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 12:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes K1 expire?

A copy of the beneficiary's passport is not required when submitting a petition.


Yes, but needed for completion of a Visa. I just feel it would have been a good idea for the beneficairy to know this earlier. There is a question on this subject. It should'nt take that long to get a Passport. To me, that means "Procastinating". Not in a hurry for that Passport.:blush:

Edited by Tim/Mav, 25 August 2011 - 02:13 AM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 02:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes K1 expire?

why did she apply for the expedited one..in our area the expedite now takes 1 month regular takes longer.


I see nothing about a Expedite in the OP. I see only that the beneficiary had No Passport at the time the K-1 was Filed/Petitioned. You cannot pay a Visa Fee or schedule an Appointment without it (Passport). One post above mentioned she should of already had a Passport (Good for 5 years in the Philipphines) My Attouney, before even filing the K-1 asked for hers but I have seen here that the beneficiaries Passport maynot be immediately needed legally but needed soon. Just thoughts on what I seen and the rules to getting a Passport. It was a mistake for the beneficiary not to get her 5 year Passport Earlier but I think if communication between the Embassy and the
Applicants to not thought of a Passport beforehand, but happens.....

Edited by Tim/Mav, 25 August 2011 - 02:04 AM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 02:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes K1 expire?

hi everyone, finally in about 3 days from now my fiancee will be able to get her passport and pay her visa and schedule online for an interview. My concern is that our visa petition was approved in May 11, and because of the passport taking 3 months to be made delayed us this long, i was wondering if i should be aware of something expiring? i was going through the mails i have received from USCIS i notice from the I-797 notice of action has an expiration date of(9/102011) do i need to renew this? and is there anything else i should be concern about? thanks everyone.


Thats a real good concern.
Here are 2 Links: I maynot be accurate but the NOA2 will expire in 4 months from date of issue if you don't contact the Embassy.

http://www.visajourn...50#entry4862750

http://manila.usemba...contact-us.html
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 00:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresstep 1

Hi Everyone,

Can someone please help me on what to do first since I am planning to apply a Fiance Visa? I am a U/S Citizen, my friend informed me to go on this site because it will help me a lot on how I can start processing my Fiance's Visa who is in the Philippines right now. Please respond.

Thank you.


STEP #1 .... Have you traveled to the Philippines and met her yet? If you have, then you can get help here.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 02:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCase Id

I maybe incorrect but it might be the MNL# there looking for. Mine reads Case# MNLXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX.


Your Timeline is not up to date. The NVC should have issued a Philippines Case # or MNL.. You can't schedule an appointment to my knowledge without it. Call NVC at 1-603-334-0700 and double check.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 02:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCase Id

I am trying to schedle my interview online and its asking for a case ID...what should i place there?


I maybe incorrect but it might be the MNL# there looking for. Mine reads Case# MNLXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX.

Edited by Tim/Mav, 26 August 2011 - 02:01 AM.

Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 01:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInfoPass Appointment At USE

Is it possible to set up an InfoPass and talk with a person at the embassy level if the visa application is on pending after the interview? Is there anyone did this before?

Thanks


I see no reason why you can't get an appointment. However, keep in mind you might be seen by a CRS Customer Service Representitive Only but, you never know. I would make the appointment if something is bothering you or on your mind. CSR's don't have all the information available to them on there screen. Take a Chance and make the Appointment.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 09:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresletter of intent
The Letter of Intent does not have to be Notorized but I did. (Not needed Really) Just make sure The Petitioner and the Benificiary each have separate documents signed and dated in Ink. Simple as that.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-25 09:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit Of Support

SAM: i have a tax return and w2 from when i was a temp and after i got hired full time

thanx jay we'll leave that blank lol

i think we'll be fine we also have the pay stubs

edit: yeah they asked for legalised COPY. well thats what it was written on the instructions from the embassy and thats what i made him do at the court house lol.


JUST THE JITTERS.

GOOD LUCK ON THE 6TH.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 13:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit Of Support

i dunno either, on the instructions i got from the embassy said legalised copy of federal tax returns. now coming back to the affidavit thing, if u hold the mouse cursor over the for it says enter relationship. now THAT makes no sense to me


Never heard of a legalized tax return. Signed by a tax preparer maybe but that don't mean legalized. ???
The relationship is Fiance.
I'm not sure what their asking either
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 13:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit Of Support

Just his most recent tax return + W-2 might be enough. I am not sure what is required in Romania.


I agree with this DeeDee. 2010 tax returns and current income. Can this be provided and over poverty levels? (More important is currant income than 2010 returns)
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 13:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLifetime Ban From Entering the U.S.?
It might interest you to look at the OP's Timeline.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 14:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLifetime Ban From Entering the U.S.?
The OP never said anything about a Conviction but asked about admission of use in a medical screen. So, not enough detail. We assumed Drug Conviction(s) but never said. I don't know. The OP did not fully give all/enough of the information when posting the Topic is my guess.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-26 14:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAm I being stupid?

I would assume you know more about your fiancee than "a man that claims to know the immigration laws." His knowledge of immigration law probably is greater than his knowledge of your fiancee, unless he knows her personally. I would think you determined the motivation of your fiancee before you asked her to marry you, if you had any doubts you would've had them long before your conversation with that guy.

You can not change her motivation (if it is not genuine) nor can you avoid the I-864. Let your doubt be based on your experience and not that planted by others.


This is true.
Look at 90% of the replies. The 864 Form was completed by all of them and could'nt wait to do it.
If you listen to friends and even sometimes family and get persuaded to turn on your Finacee. Then call it quits now.
Tim/MavMalePhilippines2011-08-28 08:30:00