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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal copies??
yes...

L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 05:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal copies??
you do get them back. you will get them at the interview.
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 04:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal copies??
we sent in the originals to avoid and RFE or else you can send it a certified copy for the issuing agent of the document
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 04:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHOW TO TRACK PACKAGE
you can't really track your package depending on the interview date.
you might wanna continue calling NVC till they tell you that the package has been shipped out.
THAT date would be your reference number.
for example our case was completed may 27
our interview date was set on june 1
our interview date is july 16
however our case was shipped on june 12 and our reference was EXP 12jun 2009A

again, i drove myself nuts trying to figure it out as well and probably called the NVC 25 times to ask when it was shipped.
It will be at the embassy by your interview date, so no worries
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-23 22:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSO HARD
sorry to hear that but you are not too far away.
just close your eyes and try to think of your good times to bring up your energy
you guys will be together soon.
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 04:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-3032 - does this need to be filled out...
it could be your spouse (preferably is in most cases) or any 3rd party you choose.
in our case is was my father since i am living with my spouse in his home country
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 04:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-3032 - does this need to be filled out...
DS3032 is from the beneficiary and is it beneficiary choosing the agent for further correspondance so yes you do.
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 04:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresObtaining Police Clearance from Other Country
you definately need one from saudi arabia.
it does not matter if you are processing the petition from another country.
currently you live in saudi arabia and if you require it then you can get it
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-29 23:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresunreadable COVERSHEET
huh?
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-30 03:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhat do u ask to NVC when u call to figure out something from operator??
NVC seems a lot friendlier than USCIS...so direct questions gives you direct answers
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-30 00:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-3032 need original sig?
You always have the option of emailing it as well. So I'm thinking that is not a requirement however to avoid all hassles the best way is to email the format from beneficiary's email address with name on it
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-30 01:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 process from those who have done it, or are almost there!
so what happens is once you have sent in your I-130 you wait for an approval from USCIS.
approval can take anywhere up to a year before they have to make a decision or else it expires.
(ours took exactly a year)
then the case is sent to NVC once it is approved and there you have to pay a $70 fee for the AOS form i-864 which is completed by the petitioner and along with those you send in your financial docs. inclusive of taxes, bank statements, etc etc If you as the primary sponsor fall below the 125%above poverty category you need a co sponsor and their documents as well. Co sponsor can be in the same house hold or different.
the beneficiary has to complete the DS3032 (you mentioned in your other post) stating who they wish to choose as an agent for further correspondance. preferably a person residing in the US. This could be the petitioner as well as a 3rd person.
(we chose my father who is living in the US and added my hubby, my fathers, and my email addy and we all got all emails)
Then the Beneficiary pays a $400 fee for the IV (immigrant visa) and completes the DS230 part I and II forms and sends in a copy of their valid passport, 2 photos, police certificates for any country they have lived in for over 6 months after turning 16, marriage certificate, and any divorce ones if applicable...
Once NVC has all the complete documents they complete the case and schedule and interview.
Once they have an interview date they send out an interview letter via email and you are to wait for the interview.

everyone waiting time is different.

meant everyone's
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-25 04:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow to check CASE STATUS at NVC ?
Actually no, there is no website for NVC
I see that you have filed the I-130 as well as the I-129F.
and probably are pursuing the I130. For that you will have to continue calling NVC at 603-334-0700 and you can check the AVR as well as talk to a live operator to find out if your case is complete
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-27 01:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI came to the US with K1 visa and didn't go back. What do I need to do now?
truly, the situation i know about and yours is a bit similar and a bit different
I know of a person who entered USA LEGALLY and then became illegal. Got married to someone (USC), had the AOS and got a greencard
this is where your situation is similar because you entered the USA legally.
however, this person i know, entered on a B1/B2 visa. which is different than a K1.
K1 requires you to get married to the petitioner within 90 days, so you kinda did not follow the guidelines.

i would probably agree with what others have said here, and wish you luck!
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-22 23:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC forms needed
No you will not need to bring originals to interview once submitted to NVC.
however, do remember to ask for them back.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-04 00:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDo forms expire?
If they embassy has given them to you, they are still usable.
If you are still unsure, you can print them from the uscis.gov website.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-04 00:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresThe wait is over! Visa approved!
Congratulations
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-03 23:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresINTERVIEW
You might want to take a few pictures...any kind of proof that comes to your mind.
Emails...chat logs...phone cards. Greeting cards...
reciepts...
anything to prove your relationship.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-05 22:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWanting to apply for CR1
Im not sure.

L179FemalePakistan2009-07-06 01:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWanting to apply for CR1
CR1 is only for immediate relatives. If you are engaged, it is not considered a relative. You can apply for CR1 after you get married, or apply for a fiance visa using form I-129F if you are engaged.
However, you have a deadline to get married on a fiance visa.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-06 00:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPerson who received my DS-230 packet
Nothing vital...
no worries.

as long as you have a name for recieving.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 22:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI864 Need to be notarized??
well if you dont have the time, then you can just ask them to fax it to you.
maybe get a fax number from Kinkos. and ask them to recieve an incoming fax for you.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 22:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI864 Need to be notarized??
no it does not need to be notorized.

If you don't have it.. Call IRS and ask them for a tax transcript.

They can fax/mail it to you free of cost
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 22:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresis the i-134 and i-864 the same thing??
Depends on what you are filing.
I134 is for fiance visa
I-864 is for K3/AOS or I-130
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 22:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAbout to send I-130 package, but have several questions
I would not send in the originals.
Maybe the photocopies
take the originals with you to the interview.

if you wish you can attach the copies however it is not necessary to sent to USCIS...maybe a few photos, and a little back up
its more vital at the interview
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 05:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuick reply please about passport photos!
complete name
case number

write in pencil
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-09 03:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support All Caps?
i dont think it matters

most forms ask to print in block letters

so it would be fine
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-09 02:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs I-130 the same as IR-1
I-130 is a petition for an immediate relative.
Whether it be father, mother, sister, brother, husband, child, etc.
If you file I-130 for a spouse...you fall under a IR-1 category if you have been married for over 2 years.
If less than 2 years than its a CR-1, which means Conditional resdient.

I-129F is either a K1 visa or a K3.
K1 is if you are not married to it pertains to a fiance visa. and you pay the charges to file it.
K3 if you are married. then its called a spousal visa. you dont pay anything cause you file it after the I-130 which you pay for.
K3 was a hot thing when I-130 was taking really long to approve. So K3 was quicker and expedited the process a bit.
However, now I-130 and K3 both take the same time, so no reason to do it.
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 22:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhen to submit address change
To my knowledge they are valid for a year
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-08 22:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow far in advance should I get my wife to sign documents for the NVC?
you can get it signed anytime
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-09 00:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWife took the medical early???
i think you should be fine
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-09 22:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmistake on I-130 form; any feedback is appreciated
should not be a big problem
just call
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-10 23:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRFE after case completed??
It might be a system glitch, or something they caught on to last minute.

Might wanna talk to a supervisor

L179FemalePakistan2009-07-12 23:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGOT my Interview Date ... in 4 months only
wow
what a time saver
congratulations
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-10 23:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSign in Failed!!
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L179FemalePakistan2009-06-26 22:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal Police Certificate
i had called the consulate. if you have a copy you can submit that at the interview.
we sent in ours to NVC as well.
the embassy recognizes a pakistan certificate valid for one year...
so you are fine
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-14 22:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresadministrative process at islamabad embassy
i hope so....
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L179FemalePakistan2009-07-17 00:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresadministrative process at islamabad embassy
we have joined the rest in this miserable wait!
L179FemalePakistan2009-07-16 22:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresadministrative process at islamabad embassy
oh and I am sorry to hear about your situation.

Hopefully your husband will be with you and the baby soon!
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-07 23:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresadministrative process at islamabad embassy
asarene20 - I didn't see any details of your case, so maybe if you update your timeline it would kinda help.

From what I understand is due to the situation in Pakistan AP generally means they track out all the information on the beneficiary.
Such as the home address given is a valid address, bank account info - account really exists, work place, etc etc etc.
If you live in a distant remote area than islamabad it takes a bit longer to verify the information.
If closeby then its easier for the embassy representatives to track the info.
So depending on this situation thats what AP means and signifies.

Also do bea in mind these people work at their own pace.
one day work 3 days lunch break...haha
L179FemalePakistan2009-06-07 23:32:00