ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A employment, name, and connection
Hi,

Filling out my G-325A, as my fiancé already did his. Some of my questions may seem silly but I'm paranoid about getting any of this wrong!

I'm meant to put my last name, then first, then middle in the first box on the top? Or in the box that says "father" and under that "mother"?

Also, I've never been employed (I'm young), but I'm a student getting my B.S. Should I state such in the part that says "applicant's empoyment last five years"?

Of the last few boxes, there's one that says "This form is submitted in connection with an application for:". From the examples on this website, I think I'm meant to put I-129F, is this right?

As the USC, I have no alien registration number, so I just leave that blank?

Thanks. :-)
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-20 16:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion 18 I-129F, having met
Am I supposed to go into huge detail about how we met, or is a brief description enough? Here's what I wrote:

"My fiancé and I have been friends since late 2004, when we were both users on a popular blogging website, Xanga.com. Our friendship blossomed over the years, and on November 2008 we fell in love and decide to establish a relationship. He came to Puerto Rico (from Australia) in June 2008 to physically meet and visit me for six days in which we were inseparable. Our love grew in this meeting and our families approved, and then we decided to see each other in December 2009 (my schedule only permitted me to visit him in December), but in his home in Sydney, Australia

I landed in Sydney in December and left in January, spending a month together in which we learned a lot more about each other and realized this was a relationship we both took very seriously. He proposed to be in January."

That okay?
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-20 19:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBirth certificate and I-129F
In question 12, I wrote in the blank space that my fiancé is not in the US. That acceptable?

I'm afraid of leaving a blank spot and they denying me on that...
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-24 01:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBirth certificate and I-129F
Question 10. My citizenship was acquired through...
OKay, birth in the US. I've gathered that I don't have to provide my info there if I was born in the US,
But, in the next question, it says "Have you obtained a certificate of citizenship in your name?"
Am I mean to leave that blank?

They should get someone to re-word this so it's not confusing :-(
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-24 01:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStudent as Employment? G325A
Thank you!
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-24 02:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStudent as Employment? G325A
Re-checking the documents before I send... am I meant to put "student" in the employment box? I've never had a job, went straight to uni after high school.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-24 01:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSending the I-129 F package
I sent it today (finally!) via FedEx. Read the guide here saying it should've been USPS. Is this a problem? I wanted it to get there at the speed of light. :-(
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-25 18:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAnybody want to post pics of their assembled I-129F package??
Agh, I just sent mine yesterday, if I had pics I would post!

I basically put every different thing (the I-129F, the G-325A's, etc) in different (clearly marked) folders in loose sheets, since I know some people get frustrating having to remove papers from those plastic sheet thingies (forgot the name). I kept the I-129F supplement to one page as I'm sure they read tons of these a day and want to make it as easy as possible.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-05-26 04:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureschecks and fees
Homeland Security :-) Good luck
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-09 02:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould we apply for a K-1 immediately?
I'm not an expert but from what I've read here:
1) She can be denied at the POE whether you two have applied for a K-1 or not; if there is suspicion that she's going to stay longer than allowed, no visa application in the world will matter. The best she can do is bring evidence that she's not going to remain in the country.
2) (I have very little knowledge of this one so there's a pretty large chance I'm wrong). It seems that to get an AOS, you have to be in the US. You can get permission to leave, but that's a maybe.
3) Yes she can. Again it's a matter of them not suspecting that she's going to remain, and her not abusing the VWP by visiting many many times. From what I've read here, it seems that it's more likely she'll get in than get denied entry.
4) I'm pretty much in the same situation as you, and I've applied for the K-1 visa. You can visit during the process. Here's a wonderful thread about it.

Read up on the guides here, they're extremely helpful as well. And good luck!
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-10 04:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 and honeymoon
Can't you go to the US territories? Go to Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands or something. They're all lovely.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-10 21:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen to file...?
File now, don't make the mistake I did; I didn't know we needed a visa, so I booked everything for December and am now hoping to god we get the K-1 by December.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-14 16:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI sent the originals for the I-129F's
I have copies of everything but the backs of the pics I sent, but I was wondering if this would cause me any problems for the NOA2 or the interview?
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-17 05:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNoa2 in 2 months!!
Oooh send me some of that luck!! I also filed at Vermont. Congrats!
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-18 16:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhere do I begin?
I don't want to offend you, as I don't know how long you've been dating or known this woman. Is there a possibility she wants to commit visa fraud to finally be in the US legally?
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-17 17:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMultiple touches but no NOA2
How do you know you're getting touches? Sorry, newbie in all of this...
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-25 17:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much longer till I recieve NOA2
Any way you guys can visit each other?
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-27 17:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan thsi be true?!
Congrats! Here's hoping the good luck reaches all of us.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-06-27 19:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI sent in my originals
I have copies of the first packet sent to Vermont, but I sent in the originals. My question is... is this enough to give to my fiancé? Also, we did multiples for certain things (the letters of intent, for example), can we use these as well?

Thanks in advance.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-05 18:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVSC picking up the pace!!
It says I-197, Notice of Action on top. You'll see the receipt number on the top box, the case type right box, the receipt date on a box below that, priority date at the right of the receipt date (mine was empty, I guess this is for people who requested to get it faster), then right to that, the petitioner name. Next line of boxes if Notice Date, page, and beneficiary name and a number at that box (I assume it your partner's alien registration number).
Under that line of boxes, the next says your name/address, then the last box says the notice type ("Approval Notice valid from this date to that date".

And then there's a few paragrahs stating that you got approved, and explains the visa, that you must get married in 90 days (no extension, etc. It also reminds you to take a copy of the paper a well (actually, a few, considering you need it for the interview and AOS).

Hope that helps.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-04 08:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVSC picking up the pace!!
About the timeline, I've been trying to, but I'm kinda dumb about this website. Still learning my way about arranging the timelines and such.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-03 21:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVSC picking up the pace!!
I just got my NOA2!!! After 27 days! Note that I did NOT get an email notification or any more touches after June 7.

Question, my NOA2 doesn't state the listed consulate. Should I worry?

Edited by BelleSade, 03 July 2010 - 04:50 PM.

BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-03 16:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVSC picking up the pace!!
"I called today to check my status and was basically told its being worked on, and they cannot contact anyone unless it is outside of ther processing gguidelines (5 months). I asked why some get approved faster than others, and was told that it depends on the agent working on your file, some have mmore cases than others and some work faster) Im hoping I hear something soon."

What info do you need to call them? What's the number? I was touched some time ago but nothing since... wanna figure out what's going on.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-02 14:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVSC picking up the pace!!
Here's hoping it keeps going! I got "touched" on June 7th, no RFE or approval in the mail yet.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-01 10:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRFE or NOA2 w/o electronic update?
Happened to me to. Only got touched in June 7 but got my NOA2 a few days ago. Never got the email/text either. I wouldn't worry.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-06 14:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I worry?
I just called NVC and my case has already been sent to Sydney.

I'm kind of concerned. My fiancé is currently visiting me and he'll be back in Australia on August 22. Do you guys know if he can change his appointment date, if he needs to?
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-20 16:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I worry?
Oh wow thanks for the link.

Should he call his embassy and make an appointment? He's visiting me at the moment and will be back in August 20... we're afraid he'll get his appointment too soon :-(
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-19 21:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I worry?
Just got a letter saying my case it at the NVC and will be sent this week to Sydney :-) Thanks
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-15 16:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I worry?
I received my NOA2 already (about two weeks ago) but according to the USCIS still says "Initial review"! Is this normal or should I start freaking out...?

Thanks!
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-14 20:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespositive TB test
Is hers active or dormant? Can a person be denied with dormant TB?

I wouldn't dump the meds, if it's active you want this out of her.

(Sorry, at work and haven't been able to read all posts)
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-22 17:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of support
Hi,

As we're finally done with the I-129F, I'm filling out the Affidavit of Support. I'm a student (with no debt thankfully) so my parents are co-sponsoring my fiancé. Here's the thing: my stepfather made 120k three years ago, then 110k the year after that, then 25k last year. He works for himself and business kinda busted last year, but this year he's getting a lot more work again. He has about 30k in savings however and we have the house, etc. Are my fiance's chances of getting denied (because of this drop of income, even with savings/properties) higher? Last year's income isn't 150% over the poverty line, but I'd think that between savings/house/the years before that's income, we'll be fine. Am I wrong?

I'm very worried about this :-(
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-28 13:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo I need an attorney??
I would only get a lawyer if either of you have a criminal record or children or some other special case like that. Otherwise, they can just delay things. Just realize that you might have to "front load" your first package... and by that I mean send extra evidence of the relationship.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-31 20:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSA is now Arizona
Oh wow. If I were you I'd just get married and do the CR1 visa... sounds like your fiancé has been put through enough BS at the embassy. Plan a couple of more trips to visit each other and send more evidence...

Good luck. Wish you and her the best.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-31 20:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of support question
So I'll just be to the point on this.
1. Where do I state which affidavit is mine and which is my co-sponsor's (assuming I have to state it)?
2. My co-sponsor makes/has in assets enough for the requirements, but he's self employed and works mainly at home. What is he meant to write in question number 7?
3. I live in Puerto Rico, so my tax forms aren't the same as those in the US. I think they're in Spanish (I'm unemployed so I don't fill out income taxes) and we don't fill out federal income tax, etc. We do however get the W2's and such. Anyone know about how territory citizens go about providing the tax info for the affidavit of support?

Thanks, as always.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-08-11 00:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow long did it take your case to get to the NVC?
How can I find out if my case has made it to the NVC? I got my NOA2 maybe a week and a half ago.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-13 16:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancelling visa application

The OP has her answer regarding how to "cancel" the visa application.

I think what the others are saying in a roundabout way is to make sure that they (OP & fiance) have considered what waiting will do to their finances versus getting it over with now. Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the costs of everything and think giving up for the time being is going to save us. What may seem like saving money right now may not be saving in the long run. The questions that came up for me reading this were:

1- Were these financial obstacles thought about before paying the filing fee for the petition? If so, how were they thought to be overcome at that time and why has it changed?

2- Has the OP considered that maintaining the international relationship over a few years may very likely cost more plus the added cost of filing for her fiance (or spouse if they decide to get married)?

3- Is there no way that the fiance can do odd jobs and save the money in preparation for his life here?

4- Does the OP's university have "marriage housing"?

5- Since the OP's parents would want them out after about two weeks would they be willing to co-sign for an apartment (even a studio apartment) for them?


1. Yes, but the unemployment rate in my state has increased to an estimated 60% rate, my fiancé does not speak Spanish (essential in this territory), he does not not drive as well, limiting his chances to find a job. We were going to pay for it using the money given to us by his fahter for the wedding (8,000). The visa is the least of the problems; it's the AOS, finding a place to live, a job, transport, etc, that would leave us screwed.
2. Yes. He has an excellent job in his country. It's not worth giving it up for living here, where he will make less than half than what he does for the same job in Sydney, assuming he gets the job at all.
3. We have, but the visa process has gotten more expensive between police checks, documents, etc. We simply don't have and won't have enough. The minimum wage here is $4.25 an hour, and his job here (which is highly unlikely that he gets one because of the language issue and the driving issue... public transport here is non-existant) would pay at very most $15,000 a year. Not to mention that because he doesn't drive and I have no car we have to live in the city, making our rent much much higher.
4. None at all, and even if there was, he couldn't get from my uni's housing area to his probable work area via public transport.
5. I tried this and my parents said no, because my stepfather has barely gotten any work so my parents are struggling as well.

I know this is terrible and I never wanted to come to this, but I don't see how we can live with no money and barely scraping enough for the visa. If he works and we marry after I graduate and I continue my growing business, we can save up more money, making getting the visa less stressful on us economically and we could have enough money for rent and getting a car. He is still applying for jobs here but unless that near impossible event of him getting a job here works out, I don't see another way.

I just know this is the best thing for us. We are willing to work this out. We know that marriage is difficult and challenging at times as it is, we don't want to add incredible financial stress like this right from the get-go.

The good thing is is that we already know what documents we need and such so when we re-file, we'll know what to do and it'll be that much easier and it'll take us less time to fill out everything. I've put the necesarry documents in a box, along with the evidence and such, so I know exactly what to do next time.

Anyway thanks for your support everyone, and we will surely be back with some good news that we've gotten the visa and we're finally married and living together! :-)
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-09-27 01:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancelling visa application

Finances and money are very important aspects of a successful relationship. You are being very mature placing a high regard for those and your future lives together. Your relationship will only grow stronger due to these hardships and then when you are both ready to tackle the future together, you will.

Some folks just listen to their hearts and then find themselves at wit's end and their relationship suffers. Stay the course, you'll get through it.


Thank you. This made my day :-)
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-09-25 23:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancelling visa application

I think I would rather be with my S.O. than apart. The other poster I think is right do what ever you can don't delay the process. Most people are going nuts apart and you want to delay it. My god I have been waiting 7 months and it's driving me nuts. I don't know your story, if it's true love why would you not want to be together?


Because literally we'd have no place to live in or even enough to live off cheap food. We'd have to live with my parents and they've said they don't want that for more than two weeks. I'm afraid it'd put too much strain on the marriage. I didn't want to come to this and it's driving me insane but unless we win the lotto I don't know how else to do it. I only earn about $1,000 a year.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-09-25 18:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancelling visa application
My fiancé and I have decided that getting married right now wouldn't be good because we're incredibly broke (getting the AOS would've left us with about $100), I'm still at uni and I live in a place where getting a job at McDonald's even is near impossible... We're still together but have decided to wait a few years to marry.

I've already received the NOA1 and NOA2, in fact he was just getting his documents ready to send them to the embassy for his interview. Is there anything we need to do to notify we will not be pursuing the visa any more?
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-09-24 15:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 and Wedding Plans
I did the stupid thing and booked all venues and such before starting the K-1 process :-( I thought it was okay to get married under the visa waiver program...

Thankfully we got our NOA2 lighting fast so I think he'll get the visa by October or November (the wedding was planned for December) but, still, it can get worrisome.
BelleSadeFemaleAustralia2010-07-23 16:03:00