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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC no answer?

Yes, that is the correct number.  The Automated Voice Recording (AVR) was discontinued sometime in early 2012 so you won't ever hear that.  The lowest call volume is 9-midnight Eastern Time, you may have a better chance of reaching an operator during that timeframe.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-17 18:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Affidavit of Support confusion

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-18 00:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions regarding filing from abroad (split topic)

 Thank you so much for your comment!!! Why its not a good idea to include a US address? I thought for mailing purposes it will be faster and more reliable to receive mail in the USA rather than my location abroad.

 

Thanks!

 

People who had their petitions automatically fast tracked only used an abroad address on all forms.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-18 00:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions regarding filing from abroad (split topic)

Post split into separate thread as poster is asking unique questions about their case.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-17 19:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC IV PACKET REQUIREMENTS

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-18 00:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 - never filed tax returns in the US

How do I explain this to USCIS and will they accept?

 

FYI, USCIS won't be reviewing the I-864, the ultimate decision on whether or not it is accepted will be made by a CO.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-19 00:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Affidavit of Support and tax amendment
***This thread has run it's course as the OP has answers to their questions and is now closed to additional discussion.***
Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-19 18:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Affidavit of Support and tax amendment

I personally went to IRS before I filed my tax this year,  they told me I have to file as single until the arrival of my spouse. They said the only way to file as married to foreign spouse is if the spouse can mail them her certified Int' Passport and they will return it after 90days. If not, No offense of filing Single or Head of household in the U.S....

 

Whoever you spoke to at the IRS failed to mention that Married Filing Separately and writing the letters N R A (for nonresident alien) for the spouse's social security number was an option.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-18 00:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAm I eligible for expedite at NVC and Embassy?

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-09 19:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWill I have a problem? (split topic)

Posts split into separate thread as poster is asking about their own circumstances and not replying to the OP of the other thread.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-20 08:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHas anyone requested a change in their interview date?

Contact the embassy and ask to be slotted into an earlier date in the event they have a cancellation.  No guarantee that will happen.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-20 08:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHelp please

Hi everyone i'm filling out my I 130 and i'm on question # 16. I have denied H3 visa but was already engaged and got married shortly after.What should i answer to that question?

 

You answer that you were denied the visa.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-20 08:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresChange of Address abroad! Help!!!

So since they don't send things overseas, how would I ever get an RFE if they wanted to mail one?

 

They would send it overseas, the person who told you they didn't send things overseas is flat out wrong.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-21 05:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWill I receive a confirmation letter from NVC?

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-21 10:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresREQUIREMENTS for co-sponsor/s

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-21 10:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow many countries for a police clearance?

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-21 10:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-260 Education section help (split topic)

Posts split into separate thread as poster is asking about their own case and not replying to the OP of the other thread.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-22 12:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPetition I-130 approved in under 4 weeks! Next steps..

Answers:

  1. If you don't want to have the process complete until January, then you can stretch things out at the NVC.  They keep cases active for one year from the date of the last action.  If you want to the interview to take place in January, then you will want a case complete around the end of November to enter the January scheduling cycle which will take place in December.  You may want to start submitting your documents around mid-end October.
  2. The valuation on the house will only be accepted in the form of an official appraisal done by a professional appraiser.

Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-22 13:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHealth concerns

Will a pre-existing medical condition cause any problems with my CR1 application?

 

No


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-22 13:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Affadavit of support

Answers:

  1. One parent fills out the I-864, the other fills out an I-864A as a household member.
  2. The parent that fills out the I-864 is the only joint sponsor, the other parent is a household member.
  3. No
  4. Yours
  5. Others may be able to answer, I don't know one way or the other.
  6. No, only copies of the tax forms themselves or a tax transcript issued by the IRS is acceptable.

Edited by Ryan H, 22 June 2014 - 02:43 PM.

Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-22 14:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureschristian in danger

Request an expedite at the NVC and the Embassy.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-23 18:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about joint sponsors

A joint sponsor can combine income with a household member to meet the threshold.  In the case of your fiancé's parents, one parent would be a joint sponsor who would combine income with the other parent (the household member) in order to meet the threshold.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-23 18:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmy co sponsor

To get the semantics out of the way first, the proper term is joint sponsor when referencing an I-864.

 

If the person acting as a joint sponsor qualifies on their income alone, then their spouse would not be required to complete an I-864A.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-23 18:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresinterveiw date

My wife lives in the Philippines, once the NVC approves both our packages (IV and AOS) how long is it taking to get an interview date?

 

FYI, the NVC will not "approve" your packages, they will only review them to ensure required documents are there and the forms were completed properly.

 

Other posters have reported the Embassy in Manila is currently backlogged, expect a wait of at least 1-2 months and be pleasantly surprised if it does not take that long.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-24 19:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresH1B holder but didn't stamping..

Are you applying for a visa abroad or adjusting status in the US?


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-24 19:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMedical exam question (split topic)

***Post split into another thread as poster is asking about their own case and not replying to the OP of the other thread.  Hijack post in another unrelated thread removed with reply being moved to this thread.  If you have a question about your own case, please start your own thread, do not post in threads started by other members.***


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-22 16:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshelp me please

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-25 00:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresimmigrant visa

The one year clock reset when you paid the IV fee.  There is no danger of your case becoming inactive.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-24 19:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBest route to take?

My question: Should we start the paper work for her permanent residency here in Turkey, or can we just go to the states and begin the process there? All replies are greatly appreciated. :)

 

Your only option is to begin the process while you are abroad, there is no "just going to the states and beginning the process there."  A tourist visa is not for immigrating and using a tourist visa with preconceived intent to immigrate is fraudulent use of a visa.

 

Petitions file from abroad appear to be moving quickly through USCIS again.  You will have the issue of domicile when it comes time to file the I-864; you will need to show that you are in the process of reestablishing a US domicile.  However, this does not come until after the I-130 has been approved.

 

I would suggest that you look at the Direct Consular Filing (DCF) spouse visa route, and see if it is available at any of the US embassy/consulates in Turkey.

 

There is no USCIS field office in Turkey so DCF is not an available option.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-24 19:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApproved for interview but Financial evidence incomplete?

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-25 00:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdocuments for IV & AOS packet
"False checklist" is VJ vernacular for checklists that are generated asking for the complete package when people follow known shortcuts to reduce waiting. The fees have been paid and the required online firms have been submitted, now it's time to send the paper documents.

Your husband doesn't need to submit a marriage or birth certificate with his AOS documents; however, the joint sponsor will need to supply proof that they are a US Citizen or a Green Card holder.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-25 09:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdocuments for IV & AOS packet

Hi Ryan H,

 

We will going to use a joint sponsor but not one of his another household member or relatives. NVC have not informed about it yet that  since we didnt done anything yet except paid the AOS & IV packet. Thanks

 

 

If I'm understanding you correctly, you have only paid the fees but have submitted no forms and documents?  If I am understanding you correctly, then you received what is known as a false checklist.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-25 00:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdocuments for IV & AOS packet
This makes no sense, the I-864 package is all about the petitioner. The petitioner does not submit their civil documents nor the beneficiary's civil documents with this package.

Is the petitioner combining income with another household member? Is there a joint sponsor?


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-24 13:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdocuments for IV & AOS packet

Can you post the checklist you received with all of the personal information redacted?


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-23 18:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCertified translations

OP, the attestation statement does not need to be word for word that you see on the website.  The statement you have is acceptable.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-28 04:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresArya Smamj Wedding for Spouse Visa

US relatives are often not able to make it to weddings in foreign countries for various reasons, it's not an issue.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-28 04:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi 130 documents i need to send with?

when do I have to submit my wife s birth cert and with what form?

 

See post #4


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-28 05:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAOS denied (split topic)

***Post split from unrelated thread.***

 

**Moderator hat off**

 

By leaving the US without an advanced parole document in-hand, USCIS considered the AOS application abandoned (despite what you were told at the local office).

 

What you will probably have to do now is complete the spousal visa process with the approved I-130.


Edited by Ryan H, 28 June 2014 - 10:04 AM.

Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-28 09:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRequired IRS document for I-864EZ (AOS Package)

Does IRS have two place to log in??

 

You have to create an account on the IRS website in order to retrieve the transcripts online.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-28 10:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRequired IRS document for I-864EZ (AOS Package)

You attach copies of the tax return forms you filled out along with the W2 OR a tax transcript that you can get online from irs.gov.


Ryan HMaleChina2014-06-28 08:42:00