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Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

Not only will she be able to marry this other guy and adjust status, but because your I-864 when into effect she can in theory go on welfare to collect public benefits for the rest of her life and you will be on the hook for it.

This is not correct.

You are too critical and let me explain why. I used the word "theory" to cover the concerns you mention.

There have been NO cases of any government agency ~ever~ trying to recover means-tested benefits paid(such as welfare) from the I-864. In many cases, local and/or state governments do not even ALLOW these means-tested benefits for five years after the alien's arrival in the US.

This is true, but in "theory" and according to the I-864 the government can make an example of the petitioner. Although the possibilities are slim.
As I understand the benefits provided by states are not included in the definition of means tested benefits, so you would be off the hook on those, but I was actually referring only to the federally defined means-tested benefits.
I agree that there are few an alien living in the US for under 5 years would qualify for. But there are ways to make that alien qualify. Add an out of wed lock child to the mix and the odds become in the alien's favor.

Additionally, it is NOT "the rest of her life".

Again I re-iterate the word "theory". Look over the I-864 again on what conditions must be met in order to be removed as sponsor.
1. Alien becomes USC.
2. Alien works 40 quarters.
3. Alien dies.
4. Alien leaves country forever.
Now imagine an alien who never works, never naturalizes, never leaves the country and out lives the sponsor!
Sounds like a life commitment to me.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-19 15:44:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

she had an afair with this Russian - American dude (USC) and has now moved in with him, about a week ago.

This is what I expect in more than half of the cases that end in divorce in under 3 years. The Russian lady, having sacrificed herself for the immigration benefit, then leaves the American for the language, culture, and person she really wants, which understandably is a Russian living in America. Just face it guys, a Russian lady is really limited in her ability to communicate and share her secrets to someone in English where she only knows the bare bones of sentence construction.
I have been blessed to avoid this communication problem.

But we still managed to get our AOS approved

Would she be able to marry him after getting divorced and remain in the US?

Yes. Because your AOS was granted and bona fide marriage was already proved once, she will most likely succeed in doing so again on her self petitioned I-751 after divorce.

I am just thinking that with just those bonafides to prove our marriage, and even if she able to prove her marriage to the other guy pretty well, isn''t it against the k-1 procedure that she can stay here because she came with my petition ???? At least, thats what I used to think.....

What you are referring to are the initial conditions of a K1. Someone entering on a K1 cannot adjust status through anyone but her original petitioner. There might be a carved out exception if the petitioner dies after marriage but before AOS. But in your case the conditions were followed, marriage took place, and AOS was approved.
Not only will she be able to marry this other guy and adjust status, but because your I-864 when into effect she can in theory go on welfare to collect public benefits for the rest of her life and you will be on the hook for it.
Did you really think the K1 conditions would be applied strictly entrapping your wife as if she was some bird in a cage to you for the rest of her life because the fear of losing status would attach indefinitely?

Edited by Satellite, 19 September 2006 - 12:00 PM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-19 11:57:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

If she overstays 90 days passed this time, it is my understanding that she would face a 3-10 year ban. (She would need a waiver in this case).

As I understand it the 3 year ban kicks in after 180 days and 10 year ban after 360 days. And the way the law is written the bans only kick in if you leave the US and apply for the visa. As stated earlier out of status begins only upon AOS rejection in this case.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-18 08:57:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

staying here illegally until she is caught.

Not likely to happen unless she attempts to travel, proceed with her case, or get taken into the criminal justice system. Beauty of America, we don't have city cops randomly checking registration and passports every 5 minutes as they do in Moscow!
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-17 18:13:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

It is not possible to apply for any other type of visa, because of the immigrant intent from the K-1.

Thanks for pretty much confirming what my previous had said about her options. It shows I actually know a thing or two.
However, I would disagree with this part. She might not be able to get B1/B2 visa, but she is definitely eligible for dual intent visa such as an H1B. If she has certain skills in need by her employer, the employer can go through the labor certificate process or if she has extraordinary abilities without one, and obtain AOS that way. However, it will be a long uphill battle in proving the first marriage was bonafide like that attorney said and I agree.
Her best bet is actually to see a legal aid society who might take on her case free of charge if she can convince them of what a "bad" spouse you were. They really like all those domestic violence / battered women cases even if we both know she is at fault. Her case will really depend on the creativity of her lawyer and the discretion of the judge.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-17 14:20:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

Are you basing this comment on the fact that through marriage she technically met the K-1 terms? My understanding is that while there is a legal posture, it predates the IMFA reform.

That was my understanding as well. I believe there was one case on point about a lady who met the technical terms of a K1 by getting married and then abandoning the original petitioner for another petitioner. Assuming all is done in good faith and in compliance of the bona fide marriage requirements. This will probably be a decision of an immigration judge since the lady should be placed in removal proceedings after the AOS denial. But it really depends which state she is in. Texas for example follows through, California just sends a letter.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-17 01:09:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

I told her that I would continue to pay for her university tuition - how possible is it for her to apply for an F-1 (student) visa? Can this be done from inside the US, since she is still here legally for now? Without the greencard, she will be forced to quit school.

As long as her status is still considered K1 non-immigrant she will not be able to change her status to an F1 through an I-539 as stated in the filing instructions.
http://www.uscis.gov...files/i-539.pdf
So changing status in the country will probably be impossible. However, because she is under an authorized stay by the attorney general she might fall into some other category not mentioned in the I-539.
Also, how does Chicago do their tuition policy? Are you paying in state or out of state tuition? The downside of a student visa holder is that they are bound to pay out of state tuition which can be 5 to 10 times more expensive than in state and that might not be something you would want to pay for.
However, I don't think she'll have to quit school if she is out of status. At least in California we got thousands of people in our colleges, universities, and primary schools who are undocumented.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-14 19:23:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

I guess it looks like the best option is to help her appeal the aos denial. I'm willing to do anything short of lying under oath. After that (if it worked), she could immediately apply to remove the conditions, right?

I'm talking a lawyer tomorrow -- I'll see what he says.

This is a tricky situation. The only way she can be approved is by having you submit more financial documents or your or others lie under oath in producing false affidavits of being a happily married couple.

Have a talk with your lawyer. But if he isn't an immigration lawyer, try to find one that is, pay for the consultation fee so you can get an idea of what options you two have.

In theory if she can appeal her denial or have her green card approved then she will be able to remove conditions as a self-petition based on divorce / bona fide marriage. But getting to this stage is going to be an uphill battle since she didn't get her conditional greencard back in July.

You can also garner more advice by posting in the AOS or removing conditions forms.

Edited by Satellite, 14 September 2006 - 03:34 PM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-14 15:33:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

Does she have any chance of appealing the denied AOS? I would be willing to help anyway I can, but it certainly would depend on her intentions and the divorce.

You can always appeal a denial of adjustment of status. The problem is finding a succesful basis for winning an appeal.
"How Can I Appeal?
If your application to adjust to permanent residence status is denied, you will receive a letter that will tell you why the application was denied. If you are not in a current, legal status, the process to remove you from the country will begin as soon as your application is denied. You will be allowed to have an immigration judge review the denial of your application during removal proceedings. During this review, Immigration must prove that the facts on your application were untruthful and that your application was properly denied. If the immigration judge decides to remove you from the country, you may appeal this decision. Generally, you may appeal within 33 days after the immigration judge decides to remove you from the country. After your appeal form and a required fee are processed, the appeal will be referred to the Board of Immigration Appeals in Washington, D.C. "
http://www.uscis.gov...doi/hdi245i.htm
Why do you want help? What is your goal? To get her a conditional greencard? To prove the marriage was bona fide? Or do you want to ensure the exact opposite?
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-14 13:03:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

She chose to leave me for someone, then try to come back, but continue the affiar anyway.

Sorry for you loss Russ.
But just out of curiosity did she you leave you for another American or a Russian American living in your community?
In terms of immigration consequences she will be denied AOS if there is no response to the RFE. She might be able to squeeze in an I-360 for battered women in abusive relationship since there is some evidence of police involvement based on your other post.
However, she is better off abandoning this AOS application and pursuing a new I-130 if she marries her current lover. Because she met the technical terms of the K1 which was marriage to you and if it is determined that the marriage was bonafide she should be able to adjust status with her new petitioner if she goes that route. Unlawful presence is forgiven for marriage to a USC.
However, since you mention her returning to Russa, she will probably not be able to return after her AP documents expire or become void due to AOS denial. In a more distant future the lover in question can still petition for her through a K1 or K3 visa if they decide to go that route.
You might not be on the hook for the I-864 because AOS has not technically been granted. And even if you are there has been no case on VJ where the government has sued the sponsor because his beneficiary became a public charge.
However, I'd be more concerned about the outcome of your divorce proceeding, the last thing you want is for her to take her statutory share back to Russia or use it to start a new life in America.

Edited by Satellite, 13 September 2006 - 10:26 PM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2006-09-13 22:25:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOh those wild and wonderful Russian Women

It's a bit easier to see "red flags" after you've been burned, though...

To be honest any Russian lady who has her mind set on "using" you until she gets a 10 year permanent green card or citizenship is not going to give away her position until the very end. There are plenty of ladies who will be "very sincere and love you" right up until they get the irrevocable immigration benefit. Sorry to be so pessimistic but I've spoken to too many Russian ladies both in Russia and in the USA after their successful "usage" of the rich gullible American. But like always I wish everyone the best of luck to find a "good one".
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-08-14 14:27:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusDivorce, need to serve papers in Russia
Depending on your state you can accomplish service by publication in your local newspaper when the person to be served cannot be located in your local jurisdiction:

Service by publication--When the whereabouts of a defendant are unknown, or personal service within the state is impossible, a court may allow the defendant to be served with notice of the lawsuit by publishing the notice in a newspaper of general circulation. As a general matter, this type of service is only allowed in cases involving property and status (personal relationships affected by the law). Thus divorces and certain adoptions (status) and partition suits (property) may be allowed to proceed after service by publication. But issues such as child custody and support cannot be decided until and unless personal service occurs.

http://www.lectlaw.com/def2/s034.htm
SatelliteMaleRussia2010-03-13 21:46:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusname change - passport change?
QUOTE (sashagrin @ Jul 2 2008, 06:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Oh wow....so what did you finally do? did you finally change the passport or not?
We just stuck with the Amendment. AK I think got the best of both worlds, by getting them to change it here, they probably spelled it correctly based of the green card.
You are right, if you went the long route, by showing them your "Russia Acceptable" marriage certificate, they would make up some Russian spelling of the English name in the internal passport because it is all in Russian. Then taking that name and making an international passport would most likely result in a misspelling unless you have some clout in that office.
Likewise, the amendment is very handy in Russia when flying on Maiden Name tickets and using a Marriend Name Green Card to justify boarding.
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-07-02 09:50:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusname change - passport change?
Getting an amendment in your Russian passport is easy.
Getting the actual named changed is a different story.
AK had success convincing the Russian Consulate in Seattle to change his wife's passport.
I have had not the same success. I was instead told to get our Marriage certificate translated, apostiled, and then certified by the Russian consulate. Have my wife go to Russia with that document. Then change her Internal Passport to show recognition of her American Marriage. Then with a new Internal Passport she could then apply for a new International passport. Quite the troublesome path when you consider it also takes about a month to change the internal passport and then another for the international passport. Not to mention the unnecessary trip to Russia.
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-07-02 00:47:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusShengen Visa
QUOTE (Neonred @ Jun 29 2008, 04:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
He said the only thing bad about Paris is the French people!
I'd be more concerned about the falling dollar and how little it will get you in Paris. We're joining the millions of others by doing yet another "staycation".
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-06-29 09:29:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussian movies online?
QUOTE (apgk @ Feb 20 2008, 09:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am trying to find out if there are any websites which has russian movies for downloading or streaming?
Try:
http://www.stepashka.com/
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-02-21 11:49:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusSatellite Returns

The picture of the liquor store was a joke.

 

The actual office is quite boring.  See for yourself:

https://maps.google....nJpJvATjGLZ1J7w

 

I will be in the front and I have Hertz as a tenant.  The office sits on 0.66 acres of land so I have a huge parking lot in the back for all of their cars.  

 

I tried updating my profile to list my business website and then my calbar profile but the VJ team frowned upon both.  Some how it is considered advertisement.  Go figure.  


SatelliteMaleRussia2014-07-28 13:38:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusSatellite Returns

There goes another two years since I've been on here.  We'll be celebrating 10 years of marriage this year.  How time flies.

 

For my fellow Ukrainians you should enjoy this video:

 

https://www.youtube....h?v=f0mB7gJM8qo

 

My wife also finished her Master's in Speech pathology last year and now works for our lovely school district.  Here is how it typically goes:

 

https://www.youtube....h?v=A6fcIqUHz8Q

 

Lastly, we purchased a commercial building for my law practice.  But at the end of the day the below setup would make the most sense.

 

 

Attached Files


SatelliteMaleRussia2014-07-08 21:54:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusSatellite Returns

Nice to have you back. Glad to hear all's well. Don't be a stranger. We need some more "old school" RUBbers on here.



Thanks all for the welcome back. I am not sure how much I can really contribute any more. I haven't been to Russia since 2004 although my wife and I go through the routine fight every year about her trip. I was hoping for some comments about the videos and pictures, but I guess when you are all worried about the immigration process it sort of gets ignored.

Here is one without any words. 12 years of Putin in 2 minutes. Most likely another 12 years to come. Anybody else voting on Sunday?

http://www.yapfiles.ru/show/357933/caff1afa86cd136a899fc655d092c191.flv.html

Edited by Satellite, 03 March 2012 - 10:57 AM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2012-03-03 10:56:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusSatellite Returns
The board is still here. Slim is still around.

I am still married. It was seven years in December. Coming up on four years since pasing the California Bar. Still doing bankruptcy law full time with cherry picked easy immigration cases on the side.

Some funny videso for you all to enjoy if you understand Russian:

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SatelliteMaleRussia2012-02-25 10:06:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia Specific FAQ
QUOTE (aspettando @ Jun 19 2008, 08:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My Masha, always creative rose.gif , claims she would need apostille translation (?) of
certificates (birth and divorce).
Don't need them for US immigration. Only need them when trying to prove up a US document to the Russian officials.
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-06-19 22:29:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia Specific FAQ
QUOTE (Tars @ Apr 12 2008, 01:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It seems in Russia they have two internal passports issued to each citizen- a passport that allows them to travel between cities, and a passport that allows them to travel further distances within Russia.
This is the first time I have ever heard of Russians having two "internal passports". As far as I am aware they only have one "internal passport" used for ID and registration purposes and if they choose can file for one "international passport" which allows for international travel.

QUOTE (Tars @ Apr 12 2008, 02:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Natasha does not yet have an international passport. Must she get one before filing out the DS-156, or should she just write "None" in the spaces on the form?
How soon is your visa interview? You want to have that international passport made before the interview. I am sure they check over the DS-156 and make any final corrections as needed at the interview. As far as I am aware your only deadline to comply with the embassy's checklist is the day of the interview. Ask to extend the interview if she will not have the passport until then.
I'm surprised they even let your cases out of USCIS, i.e. approved your I-129F without getting a copy of her international passport.

Edited by Satellite, 13 April 2008 - 10:32 AM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2008-04-13 10:31:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia Specific FAQ
QUOTE (mox @ Mar 25 2008, 10:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (aspettando @ Mar 25 2008, 09:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Dear Group,

One more question. If the beneficiary has a child, does (s)he need permission from the former spouse to take the child to the US? I haven't seen any such requirement from the USCIS, but when I take my daughters out of the country, the airline requires a notarized permission letter from their mother allowing me to take them outside the US.

In my particular case, the ex lives in the Ukraine, whereas my Masha and son live in Russia (Petersburg).

Thank you for the help and support.

Javier headbonk.gif
Yes, you need permission from the father/mother of the child.
Just wanted to add that if the ex-spouse has an ax to grind he or she can resort to extortion in order to sign that permission slip or simply be a deal breaker when it comes to the immigrating ex-spouse.
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-03-26 08:12:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia Specific FAQ
QUOTE (aspettando @ Feb 19 2008, 08:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Will she have to get all the shots again?
As a K1 applicant she will not need any shots until Adjustment of Status. One way to avoid taking all the shots again is to have your doctor here do a blood titer tests for immunity. Get ready to pay several hundred dollars for this.

QUOTE (aspettando @ Feb 19 2008, 08:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Is there a way for USCIS to forgive the shots?
Yes, there is. Certain vaccinations are only appropriate depending your age, medical history, and current medical conditions. A civil surgeon can make this determination and no other waiver is required. For example if you are pregnant certain vaccines are excused. Likewise if you do not meet any of the above criteria you can seek a waiver I-601 based on your religious or moral beliefs against vaccinations to otherwise overcome your inadmissibility.
See original source:
http://***removed***/greencard/vaccination-requirements.html
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-02-20 11:35:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia Specific FAQ
QUOTE (aspettando @ Feb 19 2008, 08:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
2. She has a history of health problems
Just to give you and everyone the heads up. If health problems include any of the following she will be deneid a visa:

The following communicable diseases render a person inadmissible:
1. chancroid
2. gonorrhea
3. granuloma inguinale
4. acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS)
5. Hansen’’s disease (infectious leprosy)
6. lymphogranuloma venereum
7. infectious state syphilis
8. infectious tuberculosis (TB) (clinically active)

Physical or mental disorders which render one inadmissible include the following:
1. Current physical or mental disorders, with harmful behavior associated with the disorder.
2. Past physical or mental disorders with associated harmful behavior that is likely to recur or lead to other harmful behavior.
Harmful behavior is behavior that may pose, or has posed, a threat to the property, safety or welfare of the applicant or others. A person who mentally retarded is no longer inadmissible unless there is a determination that the applicant is exhibiting or has exhibited in the past, associated harmful behavior.
According to the Secretary of Health and Human Services, alcohol abuse or dependence resulting in alcohol impaired driving may serve as a basis for determining whether an immigrant has a mental disorder associated with harmful behavior. Section 212(a)(1)(A)(iii) of the Immigration and Nationality Act discusses the inadmissibility in cases where an applicant for an immigration benefit has a significant record of alcoholrelated driving incidents.

Drug Abuse or Addiction
Drug abuse or addiction applies to the nonmedical use of a psychoactive substance that is part of a pattern of abuse. There is an exception for experimentation. Clinical judgment is used to determine abuse or experimentation when the applicant’’s medical records indicate past nonmedical use of a psychoactive substance.

Lastly:
When a person is found to be inadmissible for health reasons, it does not definitively prevent the person from being issued a visa or entering the United States. A physical or mental condition can be corrected or one can prove that they do not fall into the categories. Waivers are also available for most of the medical grounds of inadmissibility.
For original source see:
http://www.lexisnexi...pdfs/web475.pdf

Edited by Satellite, 19 February 2008 - 07:56 PM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2008-02-19 19:55:00
Asia: SouthAnyone have info about Afghanistan?
I can't seem to find an address but I did find some information and phone numbers.
http://afghanistan.u...a_services.html
Also as I understand the embassy building was reopened in March of 2006. I don't know if it is the same or new building. If it is a new building then the old address you are searching for might not help.
http://afghanistan.usembassy.gov/
SatelliteMaleRussia6/5/2006 10:40
Asia: SouthREJECTED!

Red flags? hmmm well she is 26, i am 35. same religion, culture, language, we were introduced feb 2007, engaged aug 2007, i applied for k1 jan 2007. I was divorced in Jan 2003 and have a child.

As an outsider the only red flag I see in this timeline, is the filing of the K1 in Jan 2007 and being introduced in Feb 2007. Normally one would not file a K1 for someone they are going to meet later. Let alone get engaged with 8 months later.
SatelliteMaleRussia6/27/2007 21:03
Africa: Sub-SaharanHumilating An Alien fiance

Please what legal action can I take to sustain myself here and to get ticket fare back home before the
90 days expires.

After the 90 days you will be out of status and the government can begin removal proceedings against you. Since you financially cannot support yourself now it will be unlikely you will come up with the money for bond. Thus the government will take you into custody and take care of you. If ordered deported at a master hearing in EOIR the government will transport you back to Nigeria free of charge.
This chain of events is more likely to happen then winning a civil suit against your fiancee, enforcing the non-legally binding I-134, or finding a charity organization to sustain you.
But then again, there are plenty of illegals in this country working for cash and they do just fine for years if not decades.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-08-28 22:08:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How long does one have to respond to NVC?

:help:

Can you clarify your question? What is it regarding?

Give us more info to understand what you are asking.

The packet that comes from the NVC following an approved I-130. It's got the DS-230 and I-864 on it. Does that help you answer my question?


I'm assuming you recieved the Affidavit of Support Fee Bill and choice of agent paperwork. If you read everything, there's a part that says:

"If a period of one year passes without contacting NVC (by telphone or mail), all submitted fees and documents will expire. In this case, fees and documents will need to be resubmitted in order to continue the immigration process."

Hope that helps.

Yes, I am referring to the NVC packet that comes after filing for a CR2. And I read those words too. But what paperwork and fees would be lost if you don't respond within a year? I haven't paid anything yet and as I understand the I-130 never expires. Approval notice is forever. What would happen if you respond two or three years later? Just call NVC and tell them to get the paper work off the shelf?
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-10-28 11:38:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How long does one have to respond to NVC?
How long does one have to respond to the NVC for an immigrant petition? Can you sit on it for years? Is there a deadline?
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-10-27 19:32:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Please help this feeble minded love sick fool understand!!!

-----Begin email---------

Good Afternoon,

Your inquiry has been received at the National Visa Center (NVC). The NVC has completed its processing of the visa petition you mentioned in your letter and has forwarded the petition to the assigned US Embassy/Consulate General for further processing. Any further inquiries should be directed to the assigned US Embassy or Consulate General.

Regards,
National Visa Center
OH2

I didn't even get that letter as a K1. You're fine.
SatelliteMaleRussia2006-11-15 10:26:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)What does wife need to bring to interview?
Disregard my above post, as it concerns a K1 interview;

For CR1:
See instead:
"Effective January 1, 2008, the application fee paid through the National Visa Center for a U. S. immigrant visa will increase by 20 USD. Accordingly, beginning that date the total immigrant visa fee will change from 380 USD to 400 USD. Applicants who have already paid the old fee at the National Visa Center prior to January 1, 2008 will not be required to make up the difference at the Embassy.

for interview rescheduling the applicant should contact U. S. Embassy
the applicant must bring his/her valid travel passport to the visa interview
any original documents that were requested by the NVC but were not submitted to the NVC must be brought to the visa interview
the applicant must bring his/her medical examination results to the visa interview in an envelope sealed by the medical office
the applicant must bring the correct size and number of photographs to the visa interview - 2 inches by 2 inches (5cm by 5cm) on a white background
IF a sponsor filed an I-864 (Affidavit of Support) AND provided the NVC with proof of an IRS Federal Income Tax Extension in lieu of a Federal Income Tax Return, the applicant must bring the sponsor’s most recent Federal Income Tax Return to the visa interview
failure to present all necessary documents to the Consular Officer could possibly result in denial of the applicant’s immigrant visa"

http://moscow.usemba...d=ivisas_doc_us
SatelliteMaleRussia2008-02-24 15:20:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)What does wife need to bring to interview?
QUOTE (seanconneryii @ Feb 22 2008, 02:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If the NVC requires us to send them our original civil documents (birth, marriage, divorce certificates, etc) before the interview phase, what should my wife bring to her consulate interview? I know she'll get instructions at some point but would like to hear what is needed ahead of that time.
First of all, do not send them originals, unless they specifically request to do so. The only time a government agency will ask for originals is when their is a discrepancy as to the authenticity of the originals. See evidence code FRE 902. And likewise:
Adjudicator's Field Manual - Redacted Public Version \ Appendices \ Appendix 11-1 Supporting Documents and Applications.
"Effective immediately, the Service will no longer routinely require 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. At the discretion of the adjudicator, original documents may still be required in individual cases"
http://www.uscis.gov...437d077dc31b601
Therefore, you will most likely not lose your originals.
As for the interview bring the following:
"List of Documents for Fiancé (e) Visa Interview:
Biographical Form DS-230 filled out in English (part 1 and part 2). A separate form must be filled out for immigrating child over 16 years of age.
Completed Electronic Visa Application Form DS-156. ( The Electronic Visa Application Form must be filled out online at http://evisaforms.state.gov. After filling out the form online, print a copy of the visa application form. The Electronic Visa Application Form is not available in the Russian language. Answers to the questions on the application must be in English and must use English characters. The applicants are welcome to use the Russian language translation to guide them through the online English Electronic Visa Application Form). A separate Electronic Visa Application Form DS-156 must be filled out for immigrating child.
Supplement DS-156K form. The form must be filled out in Russian. DO NOT SIGN DS-156K. No DS-156K supplement is required for immigrating child.
International Passport with a photocopy of the first page and the page with information about immigrating child if the child's name in included in the parent's passport.
Original birth certificate, photocopy and translation into English.
Police certificates in all names as well as all dates of birth ever used. Police certificate must contain references to each place (subject to the jurisdiction of the Russian Federation) in which the applicant lives or has lived for more than six months since attaining the age of 16. This includes localities where applicants have lived during university studies. If the applicant was on military service, he/she should bring the certificate from the local draft board. If an applicant has lived abroad for more than one year, a police certificate must also be submitted from the country in which he/she lived. Police certificate validity is one year since the date of issuance.
Evidence of termination of prior marriage(s) (if applicable), original, photocopy and translation into English.
One color non-glossy full-face photo 50x50 mm for visa. The eye level should be between 28mm and 35mm from the bottom. Another two pictures will be required for medical examination.
Visa application fee of $100 for each applicant (Beginning January 1, 2008 the fee will change from 100USD to 131USD) for each applicant
Documents confirming relationship: photos of Petitioner and Beneficiary together, letters to each other, phone bills, airplane tickets, emails, etc.
Results of Medical Examination in a sealed envelope. The medical must be taken at one of the embassy-designated medical centers. It takes 2 days to complete the medical examination.
Financial documents from the petitioner – a US citizen: please note, that Affidavit of Support (form I-134) is not required, but may be requested. The document must be notarized. Please submit financial documents to show that the applicant will not become a public charge in the United States. Such documents may include, but are not limited to:
- Most recent year tax returns (form 1040) or tax transcripts from IRS
- Copy of bank account
- Earnings and leave statement
- W-2 forms
- Letter from employer"
http://moscow.usemba...cord_id=fiancee

Edited by Satellite, 24 February 2008 - 03:11 PM.

SatelliteMaleRussia2008-02-24 15:10:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview date :-) YAY

I called the Christchurch medical center and price is 300 for appt with blood work and xray, 20 for flu and 26 for tdap


Ok cool, that's pretty reasonable then.

I saw on the website that Citymed in Auckland is meant to be $333 but I guess that must not obviously include some costs going by the above post.

Nothing about this process has been cheap though, so I decided to stay at the Copthorne at the Viaduct so I'm within walking distance of both citymed and the embassy the next morning :thumbs:
ecg19FemaleNew Zealand2012-11-08 18:06:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview date :-) YAY
I also told the embassy I was getting my medical done the day before as I wanted a female doctor, and they said it was fine.

They can't issue a visa I believe unless they have the medical results. I've therefore booked my ticket for the 27th December to give it plenty of time to get to them and therefore my visa to me.

Have any of you needed vaccinations? I know I'll need tdap & the flu injection, but don't know how much it will cost. I'm going to Citymed too.
ecg19FemaleNew Zealand2012-11-08 07:40:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaBirth Certificates submitted to USCIS - Literal / Long Version??

How can you tell the difference between a long or a short version of the Costa Rican birth certificate from the Registro?


TicoLoverMaleCosta Rica2013-08-22 18:01:00
Asia: Southpassport dropped at embassy, where's visa

So they took passport but we have to wait for visa. do anyone know how long we will have to wait. does anyone share experience in this: embassy called to bring in passport. we took in passport a few minutes ago but they say they call again to pick up visa. does anyone know how long this might take? 

 

We had interview in May. Was in AP for four months whne embassy called. can someone help me

 


Sarah12FemaleAfghanistan9/16/2013 17:29
Asia: SouthPassport taken, where's visa?

So they took passport but we have to wait for visa. do anyone know how long we will have to wait. does anyone share experience in this: embassy called to bring in passport. we took in passport a few minutes ago but they say they call again to pick up visa. does anyone know how long this might take? 

 

 


Sarah12FemaleAfghanistan9/16/2013 0:34
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Air ticket
I COMPLETELY agree with what everyone has suggested thus far. When you do book (visa in HAND), book through www.momondo.com

I found my friend's r/t airfare from SFO-MNL-SIN-MNL-SFO on that website today for $1,044 roundtrip! That site has ALWAYS been good to me :)


jacqueline6001FemaleEgypt2014-05-13 01:23:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC phone (603-334-0700) is always BUSY???

 
Yes, I plan to call right at opening and towards closing, and in between some random times. 
Since it's been 17 calendar days and 12 business days since TSC sent the case to NVC
I'm thinking NVC might have or getting close to sending the case to China...I hope.

Wow, what an incredible torture system!!!   LOL
They should at least have automated phone system that we can punch in our information
and get our case number and status.   Where is our tax money being spent?   LOL







Where is my money being spent? On private jets for government services in and out of California, lol! The least they can do is at least give us an option for the automated dialer to call us back when it is our turn. I'm going to talk to my local representative about a couple policies that need to be changed.

jacqueline6001FemaleEgypt2014-06-23 11:46:00