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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescan i request a second drug test?
These links are interesting re: passive smoke and drug tests:

http://mobile.goaska...-and-drug-tests

http://mobiledrugtes...-for-marijuana/

http://www.norchemla...g-test-results/

Seems unlikely anyone would buy a "it was just passive" excuse if a test came up positive.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 04 December 2013 - 08:48 PM.









lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-04 20:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescan i request a second drug test?

 

 

1 year ban plus all the other expenses during the year. If I were your SO I would be livid at your callousness. 

 

Particularly sad as the OP's other topics suggest there was some urgency to wanting to move: http://www.visajourn...a-breast-cancer

 

Likely not going to be able to emigrate until 2015, now, what with also having to refile the I-129f and await that processing.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-04 14:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescan i request a second drug test?

Do you drink herbal tea?  I have heard of false positives for herbal tea.
 


If by herbal you still mean pot tea. :P Wishful thinking.

From the link above:

"No known substances would cause a marijuana urine test to return a false positive. At one time, ibuprofen -- sold over-the-counter as Advil, Motrin, Nuprin and others -- would cause false marijuana positives. But today's tests have been adjusted to eliminate that problem."





lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-04 12:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescan i request a second drug test?
Even if it's from passive smoking, as you say, there's no reason the results will change. If it's in your system, it'll still be there now

Declaring drug use, or being found positive for drugs, will trigger a one year ban. You'll likely have to refile your case in a year after completing quarterly drug screenings (and being found clean) when declared inadmissable at your interview.

You can call and ask if they'll retest, but I shouldn't think it likely.

---

http://alcoholism.ab...ijuana_test.htm


How Effective Are Marijuana Urine Tests?

Although false positives are common for other substances, they are rare for marijuana due to the sophistication of today's tests. The laboratory first screens the sample with a immunoassay test, known as the EMIT or RIA. If positive results are returned, the sample is again screened with a gas chromatograph mass spectrometer (GCMS), which is much more accurate. That's why false positives are rare.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 04 December 2013 - 12:35 PM.














lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-04 12:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Interview Paperwork (London Embassy)

London doesn't need to see another copy of I-129f package or relationship evidence, since they get all that sent to them already from the NVC.  You can take a copy of those things if it makes you feel better.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-27 13:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIncome Tax Returns Question (London Embassy)
That sounds like enough. London doesn't need to see tax returns. You've got the I-134, right?

If you want to use tax returns you can. Either take the full returns (incl. w2s) or order tax transcripts from the IRS.

You'll need them later for AoS after you marry.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 27 December 2013 - 04:50 PM.





lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-27 16:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSponsoring, So Frustrated
$16k wouldn't be enough, as said above. You should look at the current income guidelines and assume by the time you're at the stage of I-134, the new guidelines will be out (which will likely set the value a little higher).

I think you need to cast your net wider to seek a co-sponsor. That's likely your best bet. They should be in the US, over 18 and a USC/LPR. You should also talk to them about doing the I-864, which'll go in the adjustment of status submission after you marry.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-29 21:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMeeting in Person and the 2 year limit
No. It just means 2 years of meeting within the date of the petition submission to qualify. So, if you don't meet again, you have until 2015 to submit the I-129f.

You will have to marry within 90 days of your US entry on the K1. No later.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 02 January 2014 - 11:01 PM.



lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-02 22:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLetters from friends for evidenciary support
Yeah. Have them post date if you're not filing for a while.

Letters are not great evidence, since they can easily be faked and are not easily verifiable. Make sure you're not relying on these letters. Spend time building up good primary evidence (evidence of meeting in the required time frame (passport stamps, boarding passes), photos of you together and with family & friends, logs of communication (IM, Skype, phone, email)... That sort of thing.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 05 January 2014 - 12:53 PM.



lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-05 12:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for K1 visa while living abroad
1. Correct.
2. You'll need a US income for support, unless your UK income will be continuing once you've moved. If you don't have US income, you'll need a joint sponsor (anyone over 18, in the US and USC/LPR).

Since you both live in the UK you may wish to consider marrying and filing DCF for a CR-1 visa instead. It's faster and cheaper than the K1 path (see link in my signature).



lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-06 13:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJersey girl trying to get her Irish man over to the US!

You are at the very start of an exciting, long journey.  Right now for the 129 you need not be concerned about the how and why of your relationship. You just need evidence of actually standing next to each other during the preceding two years.  If you want, you can include the exact statement you wrote here. No need to write a novel. Met while on student visa, dated on and off.
 
You will get into more detail about the validity of your relationship at the Consulate stage when applying for the K-1 and again at the AOS stage filing the 485.  For the 129 they really don't care if you're childhood sweethearts or you met on an online dating site one night while drunk.  Your only burden is having actually met in the last two years.
 
Follow the 129 guide here on VJ, but keep in mind the 129 instructions change recently. The guide and sample forms may not be up to date. If you have any question sat all, post them before you "assume"




It's the I-129f, BTW. The f is important. :)

Edited by lost_at_sea, 04 January 2014 - 10:09 PM.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-04 22:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes family history matter in K-1 process?

I don't know what his family's medical history would matter. He's emigrating, not them.

 

Also, we've established that you fiancé has some undiagnosed previous medical issues (his self-harm) - I'd focus on making sure that gets the clean bill, rather than worrying about his parents/family.  They don't do background checks.  They can't even access HIS medical history (hence the medical), let alone that of someone who isn't even applying for a visa.  The UK actually has data protection laws. ;)


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-09 22:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 sponsor responsibilities

The legal requirements for the I-864 are listed on the form itself at the part about declaration (Part 8: Sponsor's contract).  Perhaps supply her with a copy of the form and the supplementary instruction PDF? She's not going to be on the hook if you do something illegal, but she may be if you take a benefit (financially).  It's a money thing, not a "are you going to make this person be an upstanding resident" thing.

 

http://www.uscis.gov/i-864


Edited by lost_at_sea, 09 January 2014 - 10:44 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-09 22:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen do I disclose that my Fiance overstayed?

So say she goes to the Interview with a I-601.  Is there anyway they grant her approval on the spot, or would that not be a good idea?  I'm trying to get a sense of how much time that will add to the length of time she gets the visa...If it's just a case of having that form when she goes to the interview, well let's just say I want her here as quickly as possible and anything I can do to speed that along I will do.

 

I think you should read the instructions: http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD

 

And then take a look at this section of the forum: http://www.visajourn...processes-221g/

 

They won't grant the waiver "on the spot" if she filed in in-person on the day of her interview (even if they allowed her to do that).  The form is processed and may take days/weeks/months to be granted, and then they will decide whether to approve the visa now that they can waive the ban.  It's not like a definite period of time that's added on.


Edited by lost_at_sea, 25 September 2013 - 07:50 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-09-25 19:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen do I disclose that my Fiance overstayed?

So still do the I-129F + G325a, wait for it to get rejected, then file the I-601?  I see on the flow chart now that that is the case, but I don't understand why the CBP officer would tell us that this ban would not affect our ability for a K-1 visa when clearly it looks like it does...

 

 

Many staff are ill-informed or fail to understand what people actually want to know.

 

You'll file the waiver after the visa denial - that'll happen at the interview. Check the instructions for the I-601.  You'll be #3 in the list of "who may file this form?".  http://www.uscis.gov.../i-601instr.pdf  If she doesn't actually have a ban in force, then all this is moot and you'll just get the visa. ;)  I guess that's one reason why they won't let you even think about waivers until post-interview - knowing if you have a ban can be confusing/unclear.


Edited by lost_at_sea, 25 September 2013 - 07:10 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-09-25 19:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen do I disclose that my Fiance overstayed?

So, do I need to file the I-601 prior or in conjunction with the I-129F?  Or do I have to file the I-129F, wait for it to be rejected and then file the I-601? 

 

The CBP officer told us that if we apply for the K-1, that we would not have any problems since we were honest with them about our lawyer who advised us and that we hadn't had any criminal record in the past.  The form is an extra $585, so anything I could spare is a great benefit to me, but if it is going to be rejected anyways it would be best to do it right away, no?

 

It's totally stupid. You can't do the waiver until you've done the petition and applied for the visa (and eventually get denied). It's punitive.  You must be found "inadmissible" before you can apply for the waiver, even if you are already 100% sure you are inadmissible.


Edited by lost_at_sea, 25 September 2013 - 06:54 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-09-25 18:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 big problem

Sorry i was not try to do any problem here.....

 

only my new partner want we will live together so am just asking  can we apply for a k-1 again or not.... 

 

my last k-1 file and it was cancel in 2012 jan... so can we apply or not ?

 

 

 

Yes, you can apply. Expect questions about the previous petition.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-12 00:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 big problem

Uhm.

 

OK.  It sounds a lot like you were trying to commit visa fraud before, but it doesn't seem like there's a lot of point discussing that.

 

So...

 

Can you explain a bit more about the first K1? Your good friend - she submitted a petition for you (I-129f)?  What status is that in?  Did it get approved? Did you already receive the K1 visa?

 

You're going to have a problem explaining the first petition, since you were likely planning a marriage of convenience.  It may look like you are visa fishing, despite your new relationship.  Red flags, abound.  Do you have good relationship evidence for your new partner?  Lots of photos together? Visits? Chat/call logs? Things that show this relationship is genuine.


Edited by lost_at_sea, 11 January 2014 - 11:16 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-11 23:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 and Childfree
Why would they call you a liar?

Not having children at 48 is a non-issue for obtaining a visa. They're not going to doubt you, unless you have some reason why they should that you did not mention in your post.

I have never heard of or experienced such a thing. And I am significantly over 25 and have no kids. 


+1 Do not find it to be an issue.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 12 January 2014 - 02:52 AM.






lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-12 02:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPOLICE RECORDS FROM A FOREIGN COUNTRY

Huh?

 

Usually, people order and collect their police certificates to take/send to the interview. The embassy doesn't do that.

 

What stage are you at and what are you being asked to do?


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-07-01 08:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInternational mail timing?

 
Yea, true.
 
Considering we live in Japan, would evidence in Japanese be acceptable? That rental contract, as you could expect with us living here, is 100% Japanese including our names. Or, would that need to be professionally translated?
 
That's assuming, of course, I wouldn't need to return to the UK for an interview. I've been in Japan almost 3 years, but I'm not a permanent resident.





Well, you've already sent it, right? They'll RFE you if they want it in English now, most likely.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-28 01:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInternational mail timing?

We sent a set of plane tickets/boarding passes (originals) for a trip Japan-America just this christmas past, photocopies of a couple of passport pages country stamps/holdiays we had together from over the course of the relationship, 4 photos (with dates printed) and a copy of our Japanese residence cards showing our shared address.

 

Probably all fine. :) There's no hard and fast rule for how much relationship evidence to send.  That sounds good to me.  At least you're able to show you live together, which is more than many are lucky enough to be able to do. 


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-28 00:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInternational mail timing?

Also, out of curiosity - is a joint rental agreement and living together constitute as proof of an ongoing relationship or is more than just that needed?

 

Sometimes I think the case we have is quite straightforward... but then again we're both outside our home countries and it must complicate things somewhat.

 

The rental agreement is good.  Many fiancés do not live together due to distance or just being ultra-traditional.  What did you send with your package?  Most send a range of items - photos, chat logs, travel tickets together, gift receipts etc.  Check the suggested evidence list in the K1 guide: http://www.visajourn...content/k1guide


Edited by lost_at_sea, 28 January 2014 - 12:51 AM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-28 00:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInternational mail timing?

They don't send it by special mail or anything if you're abroad - it'll be about as long as it takes a first-class stamped letter to normally get to you - one or two weeks or so.

 

On what basis is your American fiancé in Japan?  Is she resident there?  Is she still domiciled in the USA, earning money in the USA (for the purposes of the I-134 - do you have a joint sponsor lined up if not?)? If you could elaborate a little on your circumstances, some more advice can be shared.

 


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-26 22:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresk1 visa, during the process...

Hey, Im curious about this... can I live in USA during the process of the K1 VISA? I would appreciate some info about it.

Thanks

 

No.

 

You may visit as a tourist, assuming you have or can obtain the appropriate visa (or VWP).


Edited by lost_at_sea, 29 January 2014 - 04:40 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-29 16:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 was approved but fiance may be assigned to work on a project out of US soon

 

Yes, it's temporary, not permanent relocation. The problem is that he will most likely move to work abroad soon, in 1-2 months, before I move there. That's why I have concern what if he can't finish the project and move back by the time I must enter in USA. Even if he comes back to USA so that we get married to ensure we use the K1 visa, however he still will need go back to finish the project,meanwhile I must stay in USA alone.

 

Right. So, you seem to understand the situation.  You need to use the visa before it expires and marry in the 90 days. There aren't really alternatives.  If he can't marry you in the 90 days, you'll have to go back home. If you can't use the visa before it expires, you'll have to apply for a new one.  You could just move ASAP before he has to go abroad in 1 - 2 months, marry, get AOS underway and await his return.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-30 00:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 was approved but fiance may be assigned to work on a project out of US soon

When are you expecting that your fiancé may need to move abroad?  I assume he is anticipating that it is temporary, and therefore not giving up his home in the USA.

 

You need to have used the visa before the date it expires (i.e. entered the USA) and then marry within 90 days of that entry in the USA - your partner will need to be able to do that.  You might do best to plan to move over to the USA, marry and file AOS before he needs to go for his work assignment.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-29 22:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice Certificate Question

The certificate is the same either way. Standard/Premium refers to the speed of it being completed and mailed out.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-02 13:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPhone Records and Excel Sorting

Good lord, 190 pages is a lot. :) Maybe just present a selection of call/text logs over the span of your relationship?  I think they'll get the drift...

 


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-01 23:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOld withdrawn I-129f case acting like it's active

Pretty sure I'm going to ignore this, but it's a bit odd...

 

So, this morning I got an email from USCIS to say that my case has had the address changed.  Something of a surprise.  I did send in the change of address form online (and my petitioner husband sent the I-865) in September 2013 when we moved to the house we bought then (after I entered on my CR-1).

 

Thing is, the case in question is for the I-129f we'd filed in October 2012 and *withdrew* in April 2013 so we could go DCF.  I've got the physical confirmation receipt for the withdrawal letter stating the case was closed (also, we coincidentally had an RFE the same day we decided to withdrawn and marry instead, so that was the state it was in before the withdrawal).  

 

I checked after I withdrew the case, and it was indeed stating it was withdrawn or closed or whatever the wording was, but today, the WAC number returns that my I-129f is back in "initial review".  

 

Really, USCIS.  Whut.

 

Do you think I should email them or send a service request or something?  I mean, I'm not *really* worried about it.  I'm married and have my green card.  It's more just incase it should cause a hiccup when I come to do RoC or naturalize down the road.


Edited by lost_at_sea, 04 February 2014 - 04:00 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-04 15:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp! Sealed Envelope Arrived Damaged (pics, what to do)

Some unscrupulous postal workers sometimes open packages looking for valuables...maybe they thought that package had some jewelry in it...rip looks too big


The packs from London are dealt with by a single courier company under contract. It's most likely it was badly manhandled, rather than rifled through - the couriers know what they're delivering.

Edited by lost_at_sea, 17 December 2013 - 04:19 PM.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-17 16:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp! Sealed Envelope Arrived Damaged (pics, what to do)

That's a really big hole. Sometimes there's a corner cut off, but that's a full-on rip. I'd contact the embassy.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-12-17 14:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSOS pls

I agree with Boiler.  The OP is reporting anxiety, panic attacks and a physical manifestation of stress (hair loss - which is the part that is most concerning - being wound up is one thing, actually having your hair fall out because of it is another).  

 

She should speak to her doctor about some counseling and potentially other treatments.  Missing your partner and dealing with paperwork should not have her reported side effects, and dealing with your issues early is better than getting worse.  It won't have a negative impact on her medical, since her doctor will be able to report that she's being treated and isn't a safety risk to herself or others (since that's the bit the medical-for-visa doctor will be interested in). 


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-07 15:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs letter from Employer Mandatory?

Beneficiary work history is essentially irrelevant (unless he was working in arms sales in Afghanistan....). 

 

You should talk to your lawyer more if you're so worried.  You're paying someone to make this easy for you, so you should take advantage of it.  And if your lawyer doesn't know the answers to the questions you've been posting here, he's not worth his fee.


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-10 17:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs letter from Employer Mandatory?

It's not mandatory. If your tax returns show you're making enough, they're not likely to ask for more evidence. Also, your job contract can be a good substitute for an employment letter if you're uncomfortable asking your boss/HR dept for a letter (you wouldn't need to tell them why you need it, by the way "can I please have a letter confirming I work here and for how much please?" is all you need to say).


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-03 20:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 visa approved - what do I need to plan for POE and AOS?

That's it for POE. Just hand over the envelope, and they'll send you on your way.  I've not heard of anyone being asked for their x-rays at POE, but since your instructions say to include it, it may be best to keep it with you.  You can read POE reviews here: http://www.visajourn.../poereviews.php

 

The AOS guide is here: http://www.visajourn...content/k1k3aos

 

And you might want to check where you are on the K1 step-by-step guide: http://www.visajourn.../content/k1flow (step 14/15 by the sounds of things)

 

:)


lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-10 18:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBritish Fiance needs to find a Notary where does he look?

Did the RFE go to you or your lawyer (or both)?

 

My husband had to get an item notorised in London at great expense for an unrelated US legal matter, so yes, it *can* be done.  It isn't necessary for the letter of intent, though.  Just signed.


Edited by lost_at_sea, 11 February 2014 - 08:55 PM.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-11 20:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFinancial requirement for last three years?

 
Guess people on that link were just talking #######. Because lawyer said he'd never heard of a rule like that before.


If you read the thread, it actually says the same thing. Someone even quotes the rules on the matter, confirming current salary is most important (5th response).

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 21:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresunusual k1 petition

he'll need a co-sponsor


I just realised it's a Manila case. Manila doesn't like to take joint sponsors in K1 cases.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 12:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresunusual k1 petition

We can take a stinkeye. I am only worried about kaw, policy, and procedure.
Sorry, law.


Well, prepare good relationship evidence. It's required in the petition package.

lost_at_seaFemaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-15 12:31:00