ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExtending I-129F petition before expiration date
This is a normal thing with many consulates, they will automatically extend it for you.

EX: China NEVER interviews for K-1 before the expiration of the NOA2 letter, they extend them all.

If you feel concerned about this you can always send the consulate the extension request letter that is in VJ example forms.

http://www.visajourn...nd-approval.doc
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-12 14:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2
Put the NOA2 letter in a safe place, you will needed it later.

It takes a week or so to get to NVC, the a few weeks to go through NVC and be sent to China. After that and it takes 3 months for it to clear customs, and then sits in a warehouse until the consulate is ready to receive it.

You may want to Join and study everything you can about the interview at that consulate on "A Candle for Love" http://candleforlove.com
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-12 20:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEngagement query
NO no0pb.gif

As long as you are free to marry when you file the I-129F you will be fine.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-12 21:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAll this talk about being denied at POE...
If you have that fear, since you are coming from the UK, why not fly from Dublin or Shannon Ireland to the USA, those airports are pre-check points for US immigrations, so if they deny you, the trip back home is much less painful.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-12 17:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking on a K1
QUOTE (BRIAN AND ISA @ Apr 7 2008, 10:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I believe that technically she can work if she gets her SSN, but it is only good for the time of the K-1 visa. What employer will hire someone for 90 days or so? You can get the Soc. Sec. number the first week she arrives, after you get married she will need to go back to the soc. sec. office to change the name on the card. She can gan full work status after you file the AOS and file for the work permit. I think this is correct but I would double check to make sure. Good Luck.
What do you mean by time of K-1? It is VOIDED upon first use, after that the NON-Immigrant has a 90 day I-94 card that may or MAY-NOT have a temp EAD-Stamp, the employer is required by law to look for EAD card, I-94 with EAD stamp or Green-Card. SSA does not give work authorization, DHS does.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-08 07:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking on a K1
QUOTE (jzoom6 @ Apr 7 2008, 10:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
In addition, I do believe that you can file the EAD online which may or may not lead to its quicker approval. There is no proof for or against the speediness of filing online versus mailing it in. Please feel free to chime in if that information is inaccurate, I'm writing from memory right now since I'm too busy to look it up wink.gif
This can be done AFTER getting I-485 NOA1 letter, not before. If filing for EAD before filing for AOS the fee will be $340 for the EAD, and it WILL expire 90 days after entry to the USA, EAD can take 90 days to get, so this results in a useless EAD. EAD Based on the K-1.

K-1 visa holders should file for EAD with or after filing the I-485, there is no fee for EAD based on pending I-485.


QUOTE (Erika&Justin @ Apr 7 2008, 10:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My question is not about whether or not she can work, I have already confirmed that she can. My question is more about whether or not she needs a SSN to work and, if so, how long after she arrives can she apply for this?

guides6ly.gif

http://www.visajourn...h...om&page=ssn

http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1k3ead

Most employers will need SSN, the SSN you will get for K-1 visa will have "Valid with DHS authorization Only" printed on it to instruct the employer to look for EAD or Green-card to verify work authorization.

Edited by YuAndDan, 07 April 2008 - 09:12 PM.

YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-07 21:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking on a K1
QUOTE (estadia @ Apr 7 2008, 09:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Erika&Justin @ Apr 7 2008, 08:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I understand from my research on Visajourney that my fiancee can work on a K1, which is great news! My question is what is actually required in order to get a job in the USA? I take it for granted and don't really know what's needed. For example, will she require a SSN? If so, can she go to the Social Security Administration office the day after she arrives to get a number, or does she need to wait? Any advice would be great. Thanks!!!


i guess im confused i thought u had to do the change of status before u could work?
K-1 needs EAD to work either the temp one issued at some POE.

K-1 should apply for EAD with their AOS application.

NOTE: K-1 is not a work visa, it is a fiancee visa for entry to the USA and marriage, K-1 is "Work Auth" primarily to be able to get the SSN, some states are strict in their interpretation of a federal law that requires persons applying for a "license" to have SSN, this can cause a problem with marriage license if only one person has SSN and the other (the K-1 holder) does not
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-07 20:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan my fiancee (and I) leave the country?
QUOTE (k0mplex @ Apr 14 2008, 11:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thanks pushbrk... so to be clear, you are saying that since intent has been established, she cannot leave the u.s. until after we are married and the adjustment has been made? which, by implication, means that:

1. we can't get married outside the u.s. (assuming we want to come right back to the u.s. after the wedding)
2. she can't leave the country and return (e.g., on short business trips) until after her status has been adjusted.. she's essentially grounded in the U.S. until her status is adjusted

correct?

thank you!
2) When adjusting status also file an I-131 for an AP document, this will allow re-entry from a trip abroad while AOS is being processed. AP can take 90 days to get.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-14 10:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFly anywhere in USA??
QUOTE (Ms. Hellwig @ Apr 15 2008, 02:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Does this also apply for travel to Puerto Rico or other US territories?
Yes, this is a FAQ: 5.12)...Is it okay for us to go to the US Virgin Islands or Puerto Rico on our honeymoon without Advance Parole?

http://www.visajourn...enter.html#5.12
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-15 14:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFly anywhere in USA??
Flying domestically does not go through any Ports of Entry, this is not a problem, just need a valid ID like a passport to board the plane.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-15 12:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffadavit Of Support
YES yes.gif Yesterday was TAX day here in the USA that was the filing deadline for 2007 tax year, most consulates will want the most recent IRS return data with the I-134, this will be a copy of 2007 IRS return.

One thing about I-134, the directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.
  • I-134 signed and notarized.
  • SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html
  • Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)
  • Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.
  • Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.
My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% or (100% for military) of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-16 09:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter NOA2- a bit confused
After NOA2 USCIS will send the petition to Department of State (NVC) they will assign a case number, and send it on to the consulate in the foreign country.

The consulate will then send out an instruction packet telling foreign citizen to gather things like Police Cert, Birth Cert, etc...

You will send I-134 along with supporting financial evidence and send to fiancee for interview.

Medical will also be done before interview at a medical facility specified in the instruction or invitation packet.

Some useful info: (VJ has great resources like FAQ and consulate information why not look there before posting?)

http://www.visajourn.....0De Janereiro

http://www.visajourn...pplication.html

Edited by YuAndDan, 07 April 2008 - 02:31 PM.

YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-07 14:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresletter of intent of marriage
Big Hint Look In The Example Forms. http://www.visajourn...p;page=examples

Welcome to VJ.

You may also want to check out "A Candle for Love" That site has lots of info about China and Hong Kong.

http://candleforlove.com
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-16 15:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat to send to the foreign fiancée?
Recomended to have the origionals of everything that was in the I-129F petition (I case something is asked for to confirm the copy).

Also copies of continued relationship evidence since the I-129 F was filed, like phone record, chat logs, emails, email log, etc.. If a US citizen has visited foreign citizen since the I-129F filing, then additional evidence of being together is good.

Renewed letters of marriage intent.

I-134 + financial evidence.

One thing about I-134, the directions included with I-134 are very old, USCIS has no reason to update them since USCIS has no application for that form.

The consulates tend to treat the I-134 like a mini-I-864 as so prefer the same financial evidence as the I-864.

In our case this what the I-134 included.
  • I-134 signed and notarized.
  • SIMPLE Tax transcripts from the IRS for past 3 years, (Redundant for the (1040,W2,1099) but are free from the IRS http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq1-6.html
  • Photo copy of IRS form 1040, and W2s for past 3 years (Not necessary if you provide the transcripts)
  • Letter from my employer stating annual salary, job responsibility, and that is full time, on company letterhead.
  • Photo copies of past month or so of pay stubs up to a few weeks before the interview.
My income was well above the povertyline so I did not include any asset data (LIKE BANK STATEMENTS or property values).

If your income exceeds 125% or (100% for military) of the povertyline when counting yourself, prospective immigrant and any dependents, then don't bother with assets (401K, Bank balance, Stocks etc..), it is just extra un-needed data to provide, the consular officer is most concerned with INCOME.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-16 12:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow can you tell if it's been "touched"?
This is asked so often that the answer is pined at the top of the K-1 forum.

SEE: http://www.visajourn...p?showtopic=300
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-16 21:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShe wants to bring her son.
Army service will-not affect the visa, my wife did 3 years in the army, and we noted this on all visa applications.

Edited by Captain Ewok, 28 April 2010 - 01:33 PM.
content removed per request of original publishing author

YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-08 08:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport stamps?
QUOTE (fwaguy @ Apr 21 2008, 03:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If you do not provide all pages, how will they know it is YOUR passport and not simply a page out of someone else's... The bottom line is that you need to demonstrate the best way you can that it is your passport

Ditto that.

Also if it the US Citizen's passport, a complete copy of it will handle prof of citizenship too, saving having to deal with copy of birth cert, or naturalization cert.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-21 14:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 VISA AND KIDS
QUOTE
Original signed, notarized affidavit signifying consent to travel from the non-accompanying parent(s) and photocopy of parent’s/s’ biographical and signature passport pages for minor (20 years old and below) applicants
http://manila.usemba...v/wwwhniv1.html
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-22 12:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBringing K-1's mother to the US
QUOTE (eric_and_teresa @ Apr 22 2008, 11:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (YuAndDan @ Apr 22 2008, 08:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Mother in-law can apply for a tourist visa to visit the USA, but will need to demonstrate strong ties home, to convince the visa officer that she will not stay in the USA past the expiration of the visa.


I meant legally and I was referring to this. The validity of the visa is one thing, and the period of time that you allowed to stay in the U.S. upon entry is a another thing.

For example, my tourist visa is good for 10 years, that does not mean I can stay legally in the U.S. with my B1/B2 until it expires.
good.gif Excellent point, people always seem to confuse Visa expire with time allowed in the USA.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-22 10:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBringing K-1's mother to the US
Only the K-1 can file an I-130 petition for their parent, and can only file it after naturalizing and becomes a US Citizen.

A US Citizen CAN-NOT file I-130 for an In-Law.

Mother in-law can apply for a tourist visa to visit the USA, but will need to demonstrate strong ties home, to convince the visa officer that she will not stay in the USA past the expiration of the visa.

Edited by YuAndDan, 22 April 2008 - 09:51 AM.

YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-22 09:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhile you go through immigration...
QUOTE (undeadmike @ Apr 21 2008, 05:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That's helpful! Thanks!

But now I thought of another thing:

When I fill out the customs form in the plane... I am supposed to list every item that remains in the US. Normally that would only be gifts and things like that. But since I am immigrating now, both suitcases full of stuff will remain in the US. That includes my laptop, iPod, cellphone, Garmin GPS... Am I supposed to pay custom tax on that stuff now??? blink.gif blink.gif

So what do I write on the customs form?

undeadmike
When we entered the USA my wife had 3 large suitcases, we declared NOTHING, this is personal use items, and are not subject to tax.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-22 15:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhile you go through immigration...
Been there done that, ORD immigrations tends to take 30 min to 1 hour, all that time your checked baggage will be waiting for you at the carousels after clearing immigrations and before customs.

More here: http://www.visajourn.../poereviews.php
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-21 14:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof booking a a wedding hall
The vast majority do not have concrete wedding plans before K-1 is issued for the main reason that something may come up while K-1 is being issued.

That being said, showing evidence like that just goes to show a relationship.

I have read many posts where wedding plans were derailed because of visa issuance timing.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-22 14:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat type of visa is best for Phillipines?
QUOTE (honeyblonde @ Apr 21 2008, 11:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
YuandDan, thanks for the link. It doesn't really answer though if he can file DCF if he is a citizen there. All they require is proof of US Citizen residence for six months, but in his case he isn't just a resident there, he's a citizen too. Guess he needs to contact his consulate and see about that.
Foreign citizenship has nothing to do with DCF, only US Citizens can file DCF.

About the 6 month requirement:
QUOTE
To demonstrate residency in a consular district, American Citizen petitioners must be able to show that they have permission to reside in the consular district and that they have been doing so continuously for at least six months before filing the petition. Individuals who are in the country on a temporary status, such as student or tourist, would not be considered to meet the residency standard.
http://www.state.gov...7/mar/82030.htm
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-22 15:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat type of visa is best for Phillipines?
DCF is only an option if the US Citizen has been living in the foreign country for 6 months or more.

For speed the K-1 is the quickest, for the least hassles (Adjustment of status, EAD, SSN), when in the USA then consider CR-1.

http://www.visajourn...mp;page=compare
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-21 12:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat does Biometrics include?
Biometrics are fingerprints, a picture, and a signature.

http://www.visajourn...page=definition

Edited by YuAndDan, 25 April 2008 - 03:44 PM.

YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-25 15:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa..moving & conflictng information...HELP!
K-1 is a NON-immigrant visa however it has Immigrant intent, so yes you can move your belongings when you enter the USA using the K-1 visa.

Once the K-1 is approved it is valid for 6 months, traveling across the border without the POE officer processing can be tricky, some have reported being able to visit without using the visa, but depending on the officer at POE, they very well could just refuse entry unless you are using the visa.

YES yes.gif you can move your belongings at same time as you use the K-1

You may want to ask about how to move in the Canada Regional Forum.

http://www.visajourn...hp?showforum=93
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-28 21:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo I need my birth certificate?
You will needed it for visa interview and later for marriage license in USA as well as applying for SSN, as well as for adjustment of status in the USA.

So YES yes.gif you will need it, I would get 2 or 3 certified copies.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-29 12:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnother G-325A question(s)
Have you checked out the Example forms?

http://www.visajourn...p;page=examples
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-29 13:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn USA While Applying
Nope no0pb.gif this is a frequent question,

FAQ: 3.15)...Can I, while my fiancee will apply for a I-129F package, be with her in the US ? So we can stay together while the application is being processed or do I have to go to back home again ?

http://www.visajourn...I129f.html#3.15
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-29 15:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUnemployed, should I wait to file for K1?
US Citizen employment is not an issue until the visa interview, NOT when you file the I-129F.

You dont need to provide any evidence of support at the time you file the I-129F
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-30 10:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresjapan address STATE or Province Help
Yes you can put N/A, historically Japan had provinces, but no so now.

We just stated the facts in the box provided. Met online date, met in person date, decided to become married date...
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-30 08:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresds form
Standard US Passport photos per State department. 2"x2".

QUOTE
How big must the photos be?

The photos must measure exactly 2 inches by 2 inches.
http://travel.state....aq/faq_881.html
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-05-01 08:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTourist Visa questions
No the opposite tends to be the case, it is easier to get K-1 than tourist visa. K-1 has immigrant intent, Tourist visa does not, if counselor officer suspects the person is applying for tourist visa with possible intent to stay in the USA, they will deny the tourist visa.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-05-01 12:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresService Centers
QUOTE (CraigO @ May 2 2008, 11:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Last time we started at Nebraska and got transferred? Are you sure its CSC? Where can i find their address please?
I thought I posted a link in post #3 It tells you where you would be sending for I-129F for K-1 and K-3 visas.

http://www.visajourn...h...t&p=1807850
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-05-02 11:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresService Centers
You can get this answer on USCIS.GOV http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-05-02 10:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal Documents
QUOTE
USCIS no longer routinely requires submission of original documents or "certified copies." Instead, ordinary legible photocopies of such documents (including naturalization certificates and alien registration cards) will be acceptable for initial filing and approval of petitions and applications.
http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-05-02 13:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance(e) Daughter
If doing a K-1 for fiancee, then daughter would be issued an K-2 for child derivative.

If you marry before the K-1 and K-2 are issued, then you will be starting the process all over again this time by filing 2 I-130s for Wife and Daughter for CR-1/2 and perhaps another I-129F for K-3/K-4.

The student needs to be accepted to a school in the USA in order to get a student visa, usually this is for college, not high-school.
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-23 11:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRegarding Travel to after receive K1 visa
QUOTE (Mark&Jo @ Apr 6 2008, 09:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (YuAndDan @ Apr 5 2008, 07:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Travel outside BEFORE entry to the USA having a K-1 visa has NO effect on the K-1 visa.

The Visa is valid for 6 month after it is issued, and is only activated upon entry to the USA.


What about the Philippines class and certificate of attendance for fiancee leaving PHilippines? Will this be required if she departs for the usa from Manila?
NO, She is not getting her K-1 visa from the embassy in Manila so she just needs to comply with the rules where the visa was issued (Malaysia)
YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-07 10:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRegarding Travel to after receive K1 visa
Travel outside BEFORE entry to the USA having a K-1 visa has NO effect on the K-1 visa.

The Visa is valid for 6 month after it is issued, and is only activated upon entry to the USA.

Edited by YuAndDan, 05 April 2008 - 06:19 PM.

YuAndDanMaleChina2008-04-05 18:17:00