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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP! COMPLETE change of personality.... :(
Is the OP even still reading? :unsure: Haven't seen him post for awhile.

If you are still reading, please take all the advice here and move on. Cut your losses. We are supportive of YOU, but not supportive of her behavior or of you continuing to chase a lost cause. There are women in the world who will treat you as well as you treat them. It's not that hard, especially in the Philippines.

Find one. Then post your success story! Can't wait to read it.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-17 12:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP! COMPLETE change of personality.... :(
I hate to say it bro, but I agree with everyone else here. I am only adding my voice to theirs in hopes it will help to get through to you. There are a lot of women who wouldn't treat you this way. I understand the investment you've made. But you seem determined to continue making investment into something that, based on your own original post, isn't good! RUN! But even getting treated like that ONE TIME is indication of what the future will be. It's like the girl who says "He was so nice before, that one punch that broke my jaw might just be a fluke. I think I can fix it so it NEVER happens again."

Please, do yourself a favor. Move on before you've increased your investment with even less to show for it, when that same investment might find you a more perfect match.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-17 00:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDidn't submit a letter of intent
Since I filed I've reread the instructions and wish I had provided LOIs but I did not. 6 years ago, my first time through this process I did not provide them and did not get an RFE. The way I originally read the instructions I saw

A. Provide copies of evidence that you and fiance have personally met within the last two years; of if you have never met with the last two years, provide a detailed explanation and evidence of the extreme hardship or customary, cultural or social practices that have prohibited your meeting; and
B. Provide original statements from you and your fiancé(e) whom you plan to marry within 90 days of his or her admission, and copies of any evidence you wish to submit to establish your mutual intent"

Since I saw B following A, and since we had met and didnt need to provide explanation of not meeting, my original interpretation was that LOIs weren't actually required. Now I wish I had sent letters. Again, my first time through 6 years ago it wasn't needed, even though the instructions were the same. I've seen other posts that said they didn't send them and they weren't required. However, that said, I believe it's up to the IO to decide if they will require it and send an RFE or not.

I have prepared LOIs in preparation for the RFE to make sure the process goes as fast as possible if it does come. Just be prepared.

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 18 February 2012 - 02:15 PM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-18 14:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBeing present during Interview & time to get visa
I went for my then-fiance, now ex-wife 5 1/2 years ago. About 10% of the ladies in the Manila embassy were accompanied by a fiance or husband. I think my being there helped the interview process as it is pretty solid evidence of "ongoing relationship". However I think there are a lot of very good ways to demonstrate an ongoing relationship. It WILL provide moral support for your fiance. But IMHO it's not going to make a lot of difference in whether or not she will be approved, assuming your evidence of relationship is adequate.

It can take 7+ days to get your visa, even if you are picking it up. After you pick it up you still need to get the CFO stamp so you need to allow at least 1 day after the visa and before the flight. I would think that expecting to be out of there within 7 days is unlikely and pretty risky.

My new fiance is very nervous to fly alone to the US, so I am considering going to fly with her, but I highly doubt I will be able to be there for interview and return flight. I anticipate that I will probably not go during that time. Plus as someone else mentioned, I can save the money for other things.

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 18 February 2012 - 07:59 PM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-18 19:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswaiting 3 months after filing I-129
If you check the timelines you'll see that most people who are getting their petitions processed filed them before you did. You haven't indicated which service center your petition was sent to, but if it went to Vermont you may have another month or so, if California you might have another 2 months.

There are a lot of foks enduring the wait with you. I come in here often to see how long they are taking and get encouragement from their visas being processed. You have a bit longer but we are all in that boat with you.

Welcome to VisaJourney :)
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-12 20:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNumber of K1 petitions submitted to VSC
It does look quite a bit lower. However I anticipate that the number will climb, as people who haven't heard of visajourney yet, or people who haven't input their timelines yet, will continue to increase that number.

That said, who really knows how many were sent in :unsure: . That said, I like to look at those things myself, and tend to give myself a bit of hope when I see things that might be in my favor :dance:

Would love to see the waits go down

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 22 February 2012 - 01:31 AM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-22 01:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures3question at interview
Congratulations guys! Love to hear the success stories :thumbs:
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-21 23:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 RFE Divorce decree did not have clear verbiage of dissolution
I know it sucks to wait. But since you've already got it scheduled, and it's only 5 days away, I would get what the USCIS is asking for completed. Better safe than sorry, especially since you've already got it on the calendar.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-22 20:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Fiance(e) Visa
Your visa allowed you to enter the US 1 time, and to meet the visa obligation you had to marry within 90 days. It sounds like you've met your visa obligation and you are now legally inside the US as long as you want. There is nothing else you HAVE to do.

However, until you file for an adjustment of status, you cannot legally leave the US and re-enter, you cannot legally work, and (in many states) you can't get a driver's license or state issued ID card. You are basically in limbo and will remain that way until you file for, and receive, an adjustment of status.

But you can remain in that limbo indefinitely, and totally legally. In my case, we will file for adjustment of status as soon as possible after the wedding as my fiance would like to: work, drive, get out of and into the US if necessary, and eventually file for US citizenship. All of those things hinge on the adjustment of status (AOS).

Congrats!
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-29 15:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew here and the K1 process
Oh sorry about that link. Just go to the top of the page here, click guides and then on that page find the K-1 visa guides. That's where I was trying to send you. There are pages for the guide, a flowchart, and a FAQ. Lots of info in there.

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 29 February 2012 - 12:22 AM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-29 00:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew here and the K1 process
Good luck guys! There are tons of resources here, starting with this guide http://www.visajourn...ontent/k1guide. It shows how to fill out forms, what evidence is required, and basically is a walk through to get your I-129F filed. Very helpful.

You don't need a lawyer. This pretty simple, especially with the guide and help here on visajourney.

Don't plan to have him come here and get married on a tourist visa. If they determine that you had planned that or considered doing that, they can refuse adjustment of status to a permanent resident. It can be really bad news for you. You can always get married and then work on his visa, but that can take longer, but it is cheaper.

Personally I'm going the K-1 visa route (for the second time) and think it's not a bad option.

The old forms are just fine. They won't really expire, there is nothing new taking their place.

Follow the guides, they will show you how to complete all the forms including the specific questions you asked.

Welcome to the journey, there are hundreds of us on the path with you.

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 29 February 2012 - 12:03 AM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-02-29 00:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresprimary or secondary evidence?
I think it really depends on the CO. 6 years ago I applied for and received a K-1 visa for my then fiancee without LOI's. I am single now but going through the K-1 visa process again. I did not send LOI's again this time (although my cover letter includes basically the same language, but only signed by me, not my fiancee). I've asked this question before since I found this forum as well.

The real answer is: it depends. It looks like it is required paperwork, but there are a number of petitions approved without it. So I would say, for anyone who hasn't filed their petition already, absolutely include it. If you have filed and didn't include one get them done now, so if an RFE comes asking for it you don't have to then contact a foreign fiance and wait a week or two (or three) to receive it. Get it done now so that an RFE requesting this has only a 1 day turn around.

I've got fingers crossed for all of us who didn't include it the first time. :whistle:
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-03 10:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 question
The fee for the I-129F is $340. For the petition you need to send evidence that you have met in the last 2 years. Passport visa stamps, copies of boarding passes, photos etc. You need to make sure you send primary evidence (the passport stamps and boarding passes, receipts from the places you visited together, etc) although secondary evidence (photos) can be helpful also. All of the chat logs, photo albums, etc. will be needed at the interview to show proof of ongoing relationship. All that is required for the petition is concrete evidence of having met in person in the last 2 years.

Read the guides http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide and good luck!

Also, complete your profile. It will be easier to help when people can see your fiance's country and other things from your profile.

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 04 March 2012 - 07:52 PM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-04 19:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP PLEASE ASAP!!!!
I have a question that maybe the other more senior members would know the answer. Can she get married, then go back home and do a CR-1? Just a thought... She'd stil have to go home, but the relationship would be more concrete.

I don't want to invite judgement of whether it's "OK" with her prior fiance and that relationship recently over, just wondering about the legality of the situation.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-06 01:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust got NOA 2 - NEED HELP with I-134
If you made 50k per year, I hope you filed taxes. Your tax returns are a big part of proving your income. Also, they paid cash but they had to give you, if not check stub, at least something that shows your periodic income. If you never filed taxes you might have bigger problems.

But, for purposes of your I-134, you will need to show more than a letter from your employer, IMHO. Anyone can write a letter. If that is all you have, hopefully you have assets to cover the amount required. If not, you may need a co-sponsor.

The guide says that you need at least 2 items. Check it out. My guess (and the CO can do whatever they want) is that you'll need more.

good luck
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-15 00:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSent my 129F Packet Today w/ everything.
Good luck and welcome to the journey! please fill out your timeline and complete your profile
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-17 18:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 question
Please update your profile as much as possible. It will help others assist you.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-17 16:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGetting things together
For the Fiancee visa you don't need her birth certificate or employment proof. Follow the guide here http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide

You need a copy of your birth certificate or passport but not hers. She will need her birth certificate in a few months at the visa phase in 5-6 months.

Later you will need proof of your employment, but not hers. But that's not until after the petition phase, 5 or so months from now.

Edited by Grant n Karleen, 18 March 2012 - 09:45 PM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-18 21:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRelationship Evidence for Interview
They want proof the relationship is real. That's pretty much it. Some people have shallow information in one area, but deep in another, so just bring everything you have. In a previous relationship I applied for a K-1 for my now-ex who was pregnant with my child at the time. I was able to sit in on the interview and the fact that I acknowledged the child was mine was enough by itself to establish the relationship as genuine (we also showed that I spent 2 weeks with her during the time her doctor estimated she got pregnant, just in case).

During her AOS interview the officer saw our baby, the birth certificate and nothing else was needed. That one thing by itself goes a long long way. Everything else is icing on the cake.

As others have said, don't worry, it seems that you have more than enough.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-17 16:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F
1-Every relationship is different, you can only judge based on yours alone
2-The divorce rate between US citizens and immigrants is about half that of 2 US citizens, so even though there are horror stories, there are a lot more success stories
3-I would suggest that ANY red flag early in the relationship is major. You aren't seeing any, which is great (neither am I, and I'm so excited for my fiancee to be approved). But any red flag early, no matter how small, is more than likely to turn into something big down the road. Not that it would be a showstopper, just be cautious.
4-It is very normal to have cold feet. I read the horror stories too, and I get a little freaked. Just don't let them overwhelm what you feel is right.

Good luck. And be prepared for a journey, it's not for the faint of heart but we all get through it.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-23 17:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmeeting within two years prior to applying for K!
I know someone who was denied for it being 2 years and a week. No way around it. You have to go back.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-22 22:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa payment
I'd recommend a post in your regional forum as I'm sure it differs from country to country. In Philippines it can only paid online if you have an account of the Bank of the Philippine Islands, for example, otherwise it must be paid in person. So as Kennard said, I will wire money to my fiancee when that time comes.

Regional forum might have more help for you.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-16 17:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance's kids
One slight addition. The OP said south asia. If his beneficiary is from the Philippines, the family preference visa is a 20 year wait. I don't know whether it applies as I don't know which country, but wanted to point it out in case it does. Bottom line, I would try to do the K-2 or the CR/IR-1 process.

Best of luck.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-03-31 22:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Filing Limitations

Grant if you need a sample IMBRA waiver for limitations, I filed one and I think it is a good format. Just send me a message or e-mail.


Thanks Rick. I'm not jumping into anything immediately...realy just wondering if withdrawing the petition sooner rather than later would have an impact on the future. It doesn't seem that it will matter one way or the other at this point. I wouldn't mind having a copy, as when I move forward with something else it's very possible that it might be with a foreigner (ok, I'll admit it, I love the Philippines). Please do send it, and thank you.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-04-19 21:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Filing Limitations
Thanks guys. I really don't like having my personal decisions being dictated by time, but even less I like finding myself in this situation. I don't know how the personal situation will work out, but I have my thoughts. The spectre of IMBRA, K-1 limitation, and future opportunities is just something I wasn't absolutely clear on. You guys have provided some clarity, so it seems at this point what I do going forward, petition-wise, will have zero impact, since I've already crossed the waiver-line.

And thanks pshbrk, I anticipate minimal problems, but it's good to have that confirmed, assuming I ever am in a situation to go that direction.

I was worried about the types of responses that might come, given my situation, and you guys have been great.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-04-19 15:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 Filing Limitations
I recently posted about the (negative) status of my relationship with my Fiancee. I anticipate people will judge, but I am looking for the groups advice, outside of the personal relationship side of what is going on. There are details (as always) that will never be explainable in any forum about the relationship. I'm not willing to go into the details, I'm wondering about processing the petition. So here is the situation:

I filed 4 1/2 months ago. I would anticipate NOA2 in possibly 2 weeks give or take. There is still a possibility that we would continue our relationship after the bumps in the road we've had, but there is a possibility we won't. Either way is a possibility. So I am wavering on cancelling the petition, but haven't yet decided if I will do so. Time is the only way to know, and there isn't much left in our NOA1-NOA2 timeline. I just don't have it, so I'll do what I need to do as much as I can within the process.

The questions:
1) 6 years ago I filed petition, my fiancee received a visa. She immigrated, we got married, had kids, gained US citizenship, then we divorced. In December I filed for my current? fiancee. That means I have filed 2 petitions in my lifetime. It hasn't been approved, but it has been submitted. Even if I withdraw my petition now, I believe this means I've "filed" and would be required to file a waiver if I ever wanted to go down a similar road again. Is this correct, or only if it's actually been processed/approved?

2) If I don't withdraw my petition, and it's approved, even if we don't proceed after it leaves USCIS, I believe that meets the criteria for "had a petition approved within 2 years" assuming I do this again anytime within the next 24 months. Is that correct?

3) Assuming 1) is correct, I am already required to file a waiver, and whether I withdraw it now or wait a couple of months after the petition might be approved is immaterial. That would certainly allow more time to sort through our relationship. However, if 1 doesn't require a waiver given the current situation if I withdraw it, then 2) seems that it most certainly would require a waiver if I don't withdraw, but wouldn't require a waiver if I do withdraw it. Is that correct?

I would rather not be in a waiver situation, not knowing what the future may hold... but I may be there already anyway. It's not the most critical thing in our relationship, but it may impact how we handle our current petition. If I'm leaning towards "no future" then withdrawing now is the best, if I'm leaning towards "yes future" then of course I don't withdraw... but I'm stuck in the middle and time is running... If I'm already under the waiver requirements from 1) above then I have time that doesn't impact waiver requirements either way.

Thanks, in advance, for your input.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-04-19 13:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPeople make up your mind before bringing someone here!!
People change their minds. I don't care how well you know someone or how long a relationship is, relationships DO end. I know a couple that ended a 5 year relationship on the wedding day, and they had lived together for 4 years and paid for a big wedding. To say that just because you were committed and went through the visa process means that you MUST marry the person regardless of anything that happens in the meantime is unrealistic. I think people shouldn't take marriage or engagement lightly, but I've been in relationships that have ended that I don't believe I did take lightly. People are going to break up... to say that they should be required to marry once they've gone through the visa process is not realistic... we are all constantly learning about the partners we've chosen. If a relationship is going to end, obviously it's best that it happen before the visa is secured, but it is also better it end before marriage than after.

I don't see the 90 days as a "getting to know you period" but if you do find something out in those 90 days that you weren't aware of before and is a deal breaker, then it's best it end then prior to the marriage. There is no way you will ever know everything about your partner even if you are together for years and years. It's not realistic to say that you have to know everything about them before applying for a visa. A person can be committed but still get to know things about their partner and those things could possibly be deal breakers.. it could happen at any time. It can and does happen to people married for years, and not just because of secrets but also because people change.

Getting to know each other before the visa process would be ideal. But it still wouldn't be a guarantee that the relationship will work long term as there are NO guarantees that any relationship will last forever, even after years of "getting to know you"...

I hate to see people hurt on either side of the situation... I know I've had my share of hurt and it wasn't all due to not knowing the other person...
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-06-05 00:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressent I-129F yesterday, but just found one mistake
I put three photos on one sheet with a color printer. Approved, no problems. I'm guessing it depends a lot on the adjudicator. YMMV
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-08-05 11:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAPPROVED! do i call the NVC? or the consulate in Manila?
You can start calling anytime, and every day if you want. Sometimes the MNL case number is available very quickly (a week or less) other times it can take the full 15 business days. In your case it has been a week already. If you are in a hurry like most are, call every day until you get your MNL number...

Best of luck and congrats!
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-07-18 18:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed to Create an Account with USCIS website?
You can set up an account, it won't confuse things. That is how people identify "touches" which doesn't mean much, but it is there. Some people have seen status changes on the USCIS website before receiving anything in the mail or by text. It's basically one other option to get information.

Good luck in your journey.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-09-20 21:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbinding the I-129F and certified mailing
I would always send overnight. I used USPS priority to the primary address. It saves roughly a week off the process and costs $18.95. I'd pay $20 to shave a week off the process anytime. My NOA1 date is 2 days after I mailed the petition.

Good luck!
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-09-22 11:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about starting the petition
The rule is that you have to have met prior to filing the petition. Part of your petition is proof you met and how you met. If you haven't met in person, you can't meet that requirement. If you file now you will get denied and will be out the petition fee. Also it will take months for them to deny you so if you file again in February you will have 2 files pending, likely generating an RFE and delaying you even further.

Don't file until after you've met.

Edited by Grant PDX, 24 September 2012 - 04:10 PM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-09-24 16:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion for proof of employment
Try to get a letter of employment. If it's a large company the HR department should be able to provide one. If it's a smaller company find an example of one on this site and have management at his company put it on their letterhead.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-04 11:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Petition - Beneficiary intent to marry letter?
I misread those instructions in the past also. Over the last dozen years I've applied for 2 K-1 visas. Neither had letters of intent, both were approved.

I am currently applying for a third K-1 visa (yay, waiver requirement) and did include letters in this petition. No sense leaving them out if you can get them. What might be ok once, might not be ok every time. Protect yourself, put them in.

YMMV, good luck.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-04 11:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHELP, I-129F #14, Address where your fiance intends to live
Use your current address.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-06 12:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresreaching the poverty guidelines
My guess is the 15k is taxable income after deductions. The 40k could be total gross income. If that's the case his income would be fine as they look at total gross income, unless he has a very large number of dependents. If the 15k is real total income, he doesn't get over the minimum requirement.

Best of luck!
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-04 11:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust engaged, K1 (or CR1) concerns
Many people who have done the K-1 route wish they had gone with the CR option. I haven't heard any that went CR say they should have done a K-1. I had the opportunity to weigh both but went with the K-1 as it was really the only option that fit my schedule and needs. Had I been able to have a schedule similar to yours I would absolutely have gone the CR-1 route, without question. There are a number of benefits to the CR while really the only benefits to the K-1 are that it can be faster (generally 1-3 months faster, roughly), the additional time to get to know each other before the marriage commitment, and the fact that getting married in the Philippines requires that you be there at least 2 weeks minimum due to the 10 day marriage license wait. It doesn't seem that those 3 K-1 "benefits" would be of significance to you, I'd go with the CR-1.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-12 22:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForms DS-156K & DS-156 Question
The guide is primarily for the original petition. At the embassy, quite a ways down the road from the original petition, there are a number of items that need to be brought to the interview. Some of those things vary depending on the country the beneficiary is in. Those forms will likely be needed at the embassy interview, but not at an earlier stage in the process.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-13 01:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Denied
The letter is not normally required at this stage. It is frequently discussed on this board as something the CFO might require, but doesn't always. Every gatekeeper is this process has lattitude to request whatever they want. We ignore those requests to our own detriment. I somethings think the requests are out of line, not lawful, or unreasonable; however, ignoring them isn't really an option.

There are very many petitions for Filipina fiancees that did not include the parental guidance letters. In fact I don't think anyone includes them with the petition. It's unfortunate that this particular adjudicator wanted that info. It doesn't seem reasonable, maybe something else is going on. But if it's requested, even if we think it's unreasonable, we need to provide it. Yes, I hate that fact that the gatekeepers can make that kind or request a requirement, but we can't just ignore it.

The letters themselves are sometimes required at the CFO stage, but not always. The medical gives immunizations sometimes even if there is proof they've already been given. Some folks say that the US doesn't require certain procedures (i.e. some immunizations, chest x-ray when pregnant, etc.) and we certainly can decline them if the local medical says they're required, but we pay the price for that (denial). There are a lot of requests we can disagree with at many stages. We can certainly decline or fight any we choose to. However, as difficult as it can be to get a request that is unexpected, rare, or just outright ludicrous, we really have no option but comply and likely get approved or fight and almost certainly get a denial of the visa.

Edited by Grant PDX, 16 October 2012 - 11:29 AM.

Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-16 11:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Denied
The adjudictors have a certain amount of leeway in approving petitions or doing an RFE or rejecting. I have previously had 2 fiancee petitions approved without letters of intent, others have had RFE's for those. I have never heard of a CENOMAR being requested at CSC but I'd say it might be within the realm of possiblity. Strange for sure, but not unimaginable. I've never filed a separate sheet with a longer "how we met" story, simply completed the box with the pertinent information. Maybe I was lucky, getting an adjudicator who let it slide; maybe I met the requirement and there was no "letting it slide". With my current petition I did submit letters of intent but I still just filled the box for how we met. I believe I submitted enough information to approve my petition. Again, the adjudicators have a fair amount of leeway, so it's possible I may get an RFE even though I submitted more info that I have in my previous approved petitions. There is no way to know what the adjudicator who reviews your case may be thinking, how they see the world, what side of the bed they got up on.

In the OP's case, until he has the denial letter in hand it's not possible to say what is really going on here. It's like trying to reply to an RFE that you haven't received yet. Wait for the letter, everything right now is speculation.
Grant PDXMalePhilippines2012-10-15 22:14:00