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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Denied
Just offering up my support to you Mrs Hamilton.

My husband used to smoke weed but stopped about 2 years ago.....it wasn't something I agreed with and he chose me over the weed. It was hard for him to give up as he was a habitual smoker, and I was very very proud of him.

Being honest was very commendable of him, and the fact that he gave up should be applauded too.

Sadly the US government does not see it that way. Good luck with your future visa journey. I hope you and your partner can successfully wait this ban out and be together soon.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-28 20:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs Student Financial Aid available for CR-1 Visa Holders
I looked into this as i want to further my education in the future.

It depends from school to school. Most of the schools in FL had the requirement that I had to be a PR in the US for one year before they would provide student financial aid or before I could qualify for tuition reduction.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-27 07:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat about the medical?
QUOTE (yankiefrankie @ May 28 2009, 07:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am a paranoid sort. I guess the HIV thing worries me the most. Something like if I had it...gave it to my wife...and she will not be let in the USA because of it. Then if that is the case, I wouldn't be let in Japan, and we would be in some sort of HIV limbo!

I don't think this is the case. I am faithful, but I was a bit crazy before we met. Like I said, I am a bit paranoid when it comes to SEALED envelopes! helpsmilie.gif


If you are concerned about your previous life style then the right thing to do would be to go and get blanket tested for ANY STD's. There are other STD's that may be symptomless but can, for example, effect your wife's ability to conceive should you pass anything on to her.


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-05-29 02:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresA positive skin test for TB as a teenager
I had the UK medical and no skin test was carried out. As someone has mentioned before, this is because the UK vaccinates teenagers and therefore, most who have received the BCG will show positive for TB according to a skin test. I knew at least 4 fellow school mates who didn't have the BCG because they already had anti-bodies.

A chest X-ray was used to determine that I was TB clear. The same will happen for you.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-06-26 09:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa or just get married...????
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QUOTE (Gemmie @ Oct 29 2008, 06:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If they probe further and find that you're staying with your fiance, won't they take that as misrepresentation?


Not likely, because it's not misrepresentation anymore than failing to give them any other item in your holiday itinerary. Visiting during the process is a question people ask about here every day. Read some of the responses.



I agree. I work for a living and therefore anytime that I am away from work, can be classified as a holiday. Therefore there is no misrepresentation.

If further questions were asked, i would give the honest response. And then provide further evidence that I do intend to return home.

I'd only ever be going for a max of 2 weeks anyway, I only get a certain amount of holiday and any more time away from work than that would not be feasible.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-29 17:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa or just get married...????
Thanks to you all for posting.

The problem is that there is so much information out there regarding this, it's all a little daunting.

Yes, I was originally asking how hard it would be, to get validated over in America whilst trying to stay on another Visa. I had read on another forum about a gentleman who had asked a lawyer about it - her response was to get married and dig his heels in whilst trying to get a visa. Not a very professional response, but a response none the less.

However she used a number of qualifiers as to why it would be acceptable for him to do this as opposed to other people.

Anyway, that is by the by, and as much as I love David, we both want to be able to carry out our relationship without having to fight to keep me in.

Thanks for all the advice on border control too. Yes, i agree...there is a time to be honest and a time to say "I am here on holiday" - that's what I did last time I flew into Tampa, so hopefully it should be okay again.

So, I guess it's the K1 route. Hopefully be starting that very soon! Thank you all for your reply's, the support on this site seems to be fantastic. I hope as I get more knowledgable about the process, I can help other people to.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-29 04:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa or just get married...????
Hi Guys,

I am kind of new to all of this and must admit, I am finding a whole wealth of information out there about applying for a Visa and the processing times. But it's all so confusing!

I met my partner online in Jan, went out to see him in September in Florida and he is coming here (the uk) at Christmas to meet my family.

We know we want to be together and know, given i have a good level of education but am unlikely to be able to obtain a visa for a specialised skills section, the only way for us to do this is to get married.....not something that fazes either if us, because we want to!

What I am confused about is this.

Would it just be easier for us to get married when i go on a planned visit in March and try and stay there and get approved? Does it take longer for the process to go ahead? And during this process of approval to adjust my status would i be able to work?

I honestly dont know what to do. I look at some of these timelines and BOY! are they scary. We already took it so slowly and are finding it hard being apart. But i wouldnt want to put my partner in a situation where he would be the sole provider for an unknown period whilst an adjustment goes ahead.

The other thing that worries me.....if we did go down the K1 route and applied tomorrow, would they let me into the country for a planned visit in March? or would they be unlikely to approve it because I am trying to marry a citizen?

Has anyone gone through this themselves? Any and all help and advice is appreciated before we hurry head long into either the K1 process or plan to get married on entry in March.

Thanks

Ellie
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-28 04:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresExpedite, Pregnant Fiance W/Health Concern, Congressman Help
I'm sorry about your situation. You must be very worried about your Fiance. Like others said, expedition for pregnancy would cause a whole lot of problems if they made it a reason to push through applications. And i have seen many on this site have to bring up babies initially without their partners because of unplanned pregnancy.

But accidents do happen, and I hope that you can get your Fiance to you as quickly as possible so that you can be together.

Like others have said, there are courses of action you could take to ensure her health and well being while remaining in her country. But other than that, im not sure there is anything else you can do if your representative cant make a difference.

I think your going to have to ride it out and take steps to assist your fiance. I dont think people here are meaning to come across as confrontational about your situation. But i guess everyone has their own reasons for wanting to "expedite" the process and be with their loved ones.

Best of luck to you, congratulations on becoming a daddy....take care of your fiance.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-05 06:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresgood afternoon
QUOTE (dave370074 @ Nov 24 2008, 05:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Nov 23 2008, 11:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Stinky Monkey @ Nov 23 2008, 08:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The best advise that I can give you is to read the gudes it is a great place to start, also you have the example forms and letters which are a great help.

Start there and then if you get stuck ask any questions you need help with

Good luck with your journey



I just followed the guide here on VJ and used the example forms to fill out all the required documents and didn't have any problems with the exception that I used an older for when we filed to lift conditions. Just make sure you use current forms! Always check the USCIS web:
http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD


wow, thanks to all for your help, but i do need to ask 1 more question, sorry but i want to get this clear in my head as i have read 2 conflicting statements. so here goes: If she applies for the fiance visa when i return home in january, and it goes through, i return to the usa and marry her within the 90 days, THEN AM I ABLE TO STAY WITH HER???? or do i still have to return home? I am basing this on the fact that you have to return after 90 days if not marrried so therfore when we are married we i can stay?
thanks in anticipation. basically i need to know , can i stay with her once married and change my status and continue the application together, she is able to provide for both of us as she earns good money (i read it needs to be 125% above poverty line). again any help please please please. thank you all and god bless you all.



Hi Dave,

Welcome to VJ and the start of your journey to getting a K1!

When you recieve your visa (the K1) you will have 6 months to use it. This means from the date of issue of your visa, you must enter the USA within 6 months.
Once you have arrived in America, you will have 90 says to marry your fiancee. You must do this before the 90 days is up or you are out of status and could get in trouble. After you have married, you are able to remain with her while you go through the Adjustment of Status Process. This process will lead you toward your 2 year green card and employment authorisation document (EAD)

If i were you, i'd get the whole process started as soon as you can....currently there is a heck of a wait, so if you are sure you want to be with your lovely fiancee...dont delay! We only got our petition in last week, and i expect to not join my david in America until at least july of next year....

Good luck!
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-24 08:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat was the fastest NOA1 to NOA2 for Vermont filers in 2008?
Whilst I would love to be approved quickly....

OMG...I'm counting on the wait to save the money!!!!

And....

I'm pretty sure I would drop dead of shock if anything got approved that quickly out of VSC at its current processing times...

Nice to dream though, quick approval like that is like winning the lottery!!!

I think sending in chocolate with your application might be the key to quick approval.....i wish i'd tried it.....
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-27 12:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow do your parents/family take it?
Wow, I am so sorry for you guys who have had bad experiences.

The upheaval is bad enough, but at these times you need everyone to rally around you! sad.gif

I feel very blessed. my mum was amazing, she looked at me, said "are you sure" and then told me she agrees and that my chances in america are just as good as they are here in england, the added bonus being david.

My step dad whooped with happiness when he realised he'd get cheap holiday's to Florida (they are all so mercinary!!)

David's father couldn't be happier (although we may struggle to please all of the 10 brothers and sisters who have an opinion)

Hmmmm...My dad. Hmmm.....not tackled that one yet. We dont have a close relationship. But this isn't going to go down well... There could be tears.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-29 03:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat does my fiance have to submit for the K1
Hi,

Sorry...to be clear. Are you the petitioner or the beneficiary?

As the Petitioner (US citizen) you are required to submit proof of your citizenship (passport / birth cert)

The beneficiary is at this point not required to submit proof of birth.

Click this link, like Kim said tick off all the items and you will be fine.

http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1guide

Follow this to a the T...it is by far the simplest way of finding out what needs to go into the packet and lists it in a far clearer way than any of us could. It will tell you everything that has to go in that first packet to USCIS
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-12-10 19:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresElectronic System for Travel Authorization - for VWP applicants
QUOTE (Aubrey @ Jan 8 2009, 02:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Definitely good information to share. good.gif I just want to point out something so some folks here aren't mislead:

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It also means that travellers will know before they leave their country of origin / arrival in the US, that they should be OK for entry (but not guaranteed).


The electronic system is intended as a security measure (e.g. for background and name checks), but you may still be denied entry for various reasons --- particularly important to those here -- such as if they believe you have the intent to immigrate. Be sure to still bring your proof of ties to your home country when traveling to the U.S.!


I am taking a letter from my employer and copying my tenancy agreement. And i'll get mom on the phone if i have too devil.gif

Edited by Ellie-and-David, 08 January 2009 - 01:52 PM.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-08 13:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresElectronic System for Travel Authorization - for VWP applicants
QUOTE (ealachan @ Jan 8 2009, 12:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When would a visa waiver be applicable? Sorry, I'm new to all this. My fiance is in the UK and comes to visit every 3 months or so...


If your fiancee is visiting you on a tourist visa (up to 90 days) then he, as a UK national is entitled to enter the USA under the visa waiver programme (ie: he doesnt have to apply for a visa and go to the embassy to have her passport stamped with authorisation prior to travel)

As of the 12th, prior to visiting you, your fiance will need to apply on the website for travel authorization.

Edited to add: yes, even if he is visiting for only a week, electronic travel authorization MUST be sort

Edited by Ellie-and-David, 08 January 2009 - 11:18 AM.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-08 11:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresElectronic System for Travel Authorization - for VWP applicants
Hi everyone,

I couldnt find a specific topic about this or I would have posted there.

As of the 12th January, if you are a national of one of the countries operating under the Visa Waiver Programme, in order to visit the USA you will need to apply for Electronic Authorization of your Visitors visa.

This can be done up to 72 hours before you are due to enter the country, but can also be completed prior to you having full travel details. I am visiting my Fiancee on the 7th of March and remembered seeing something about the new rules prior to my last trip in September.

So I went on to the website and applied. I haven't yet booked my flights, but I wanted to make sure that I could be approved.

You will need your passport to hand, it asks for the all of the information on the passport. It also asks for the carrier you are flying with and the flight number - but this information can be updated at a later time.

You are also required to enter the address where you will be staying once you reach your destination (but again this is optional and can be updated when the information is available to you)

So.....I input all of my information....and....bingo....I am authorised.....:-) My authorization is valid until 2011.


Here is the website providing full information, and a link to the Travel Authorization website.

http://www.visitusa....itors/esta.aspx


If there is another thread about this, my apologies.....mods please move to the appropriate topic area :-)

I just wanted to let my fellow VJ-ers know about this and the website.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-08 11:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestwo letters explaining how we met in past 2yrs????
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According to the visajourney's guide to filling k-1 visa forms, it looks like my fiancee also has to write a page or so in addition to mine, explaining how we met in the past two years. I thought it was just the petitioner who writes that??? am I wrong???


Yes, you're wrong. I suggest you read carefully, interpret literally and follow the instructions to the letter. Your description about indicates you've misread the instructions and mixed item 4 with item 5. They are separate.

What it is with you telling people they can't read properly?

This is an immigration website and people here have every right to ask questions about the process.


Pushbrk may be a little blunt, but does provide concise and unemotional advice when it is most required, and I for one value the knowledgeable contribution he makes to the community, as do many others. His approach is just what is needed on these forums. Especially when there are so many emotions involved in this process.

OP....what Pushbrk later qualified is correct. Just the one letter (if necessary and the information does not fit on the form) and this is from the petitioner.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-18 18:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 "meeting in person" requirements
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Jan 20 2009, 12:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ellie-and-David @ Jan 20 2009, 08:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I guess what I object to most is the implication that it is just as easy peasy as reading the guides, and pushbrk, you yourself have in a couple of posts recently, indicated that the guides may provide ambigious information, or are worded in way that leaves them open to the individual readers interpretation. Or maybe that is just my interpretation of what you were saying.


I think you've confused implication with inference. I too object to any suggestion that "it is just as easy peasy as reading the guides" and have seen no such assertion from anybody. An assertion that not only reading guides and instructions, but to read them carefully and interpret literally implies absolutely nothing about the process is "easy" (peasy or otherwise). I'm personally testimony that even after having done so, there may be many questions. I certainly expect others to have questions, even numerous questions after having read carefully and interpreted literally, all applicable guides and instructions. What I'm asserting is that without doing so, failure or significant delay are more likely results than the smooth success hoped for. Sharing that knowledge is something I do voluntarily, for the benefit of those who ultimately benefit. As such the concerns of well meaning and honorable folks that think otherwise is of little concern to me. They are free to contribute as they see fit. If they think criticizing the methods of others is "helpful" they are free to think and do so.


My apologies. Implication was used in the incorrect context here. I was taking a break from writing a report about the implications of something hideously boring to everyone but me and the soon to be recipients of the aforementioned report, and I guess there was a nice little brain switchover there.

I guess we'll be taking slightly different approaches then. And I do hope one day to be as knowledgeable about the process as you are.

Until then, i'll stick with my approach of fact based answering, nix the side order of sarcasm and go for the added topping of have a nice day.....and steal more than a few lines from your knowledge base, where appropriate.




Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-20 19:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 "meeting in person" requirements
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I think the OP has had their questioned answered.

The whole process can be very confusing, especially to newbie's....so lets be patient guys and gals. I know sometimes I can read something 4 or 5 times and skip a word.

And I can be too literal sometimes smile.gif


Advising people to read carefully and interpret literally is not a sign of "impatience". It's critical advice for success in the visa process.

especially when the same question gets asked daily.

Its not an insult to adv reading the guides, nor reading the guides carefully. The requirment of meeting within 2 years is stated about as simple as it can get


That was not what I was referring to. But you do get this sense of this attitude of "what's so bloooming hard!!!!!"

That is a rude response. And if everyone was able to do this with little help, and interpret literally and correctly every single time...then this forum would consist mostly of "I miss my fianceee / spouse...." , divorce and "how do I get my greencard after I leave" threads.

And you must bare in mind that not all people have the same abilities to interpret the information correctly. Regardless of how easy it seems to you and I.


I agree with your comments E&D, but I don't think any harm was meant by the others. Some of the long term members have a huge amount of expertise, but seem to be frustrated by every other newbie rattling off the same questions. Not long ago, I was the newbie, and got some pretty sharp responses to what I thought were completely benign questions. After some fire spitting and a few PMs, my opinion is that they mostly want to help - but the "did you even READ the directions on the package?" bursts forth sometimes. No harm, no foul, and a cool head helps. You will note that there was no name calling at all, and all responses were civil. Those are good indications that help was intended - not criticism IMHO. star_smile.gif


For me, it's a, "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day but teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime." issue. In this context, answering questions isn't enough to "help" the person achieve success, because if they don't read carefully and interpret literally, they won't know what to ask. They won't know what they misunderstood. Perfectly intelligent people often have a hard time doing this because they simply are not "detail oriented" in their daily lives. Many days I wish I could be that way but in my work and life I just can't. It would be so much less stressful.

So, my advice to people is to make the concerted effort to calmly, objectively and carefully read guides and form instruction and interpret them literally. In nearly all cases, they are intended to be interpreted that way. Following this advice will help them succeed. Some of those same perfectly intelligent people simply don't have the aptitude or haven't yet developed those skills, so they need to get a helper involved.

Reactions to hearing this kind of advice run from jumping up and down thank-yous to outright hostility. The hostility generally doesn't come from the person receiving the advice. Instead it comes from seemingly well meaning folks who prefer the kid glove treatment of all questions and issues. There's a place for those people in this world too and I respect them. I would rather actually help people have success than cater to well meaning folks' needs. YMMV.


I am an advocate of both approaches although I tend to lean toward providing the facts. I object to the implication that it is just as simple as reading the guides. I took a while to find my way around this website and the search function is not always particularly helpful. I guess what I object to most is the implication that it is just as easy peasy as reading the guides, and pushbrk, you yourself have in a couple of posts recently, indicated that the guides may provide ambigious information, or are worded in way that leaves them open to the individual readers interpretation. Or maybe that is just my interpretation of what you were saying.

I also notice that well meaning, long term and very knowledgable members can make you feel like their eyes are rolling when you interpret something incorrectly. This approach to assisting those new to the process is not helpful. So while I am one for stating the facts, I find the sarcastic add ons wholly unnecesary. And I am not pointing fingers at any one member when I make that statement and will say that whilst the responses here were civil, there was an under lying tone - which can be intimidating to those new to the process.

Makes me glad that I was in a position to read through the guides and complete the process without having to ask to many(what could be considered) stupid questions.

This may be the 50th time you have answered a question. But to the Poster....this is most likely the first time they have asked.

Right...I'm off to watch the Inauguration. Nothing like this ever happens in Jolly Ole England, I'm looking forward to the production.

Edited by Ellie-and-David, 20 January 2009 - 11:14 AM.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-20 11:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 "meeting in person" requirements
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I think the OP has had their questioned answered.

The whole process can be very confusing, especially to newbie's....so lets be patient guys and gals. I know sometimes I can read something 4 or 5 times and skip a word.

And I can be too literal sometimes smile.gif


Advising people to read carefully and interpret literally is not a sign of "impatience". It's critical advice for success in the visa process.

especially when the same question gets asked daily.

Its not an insult to adv reading the guides, nor reading the guides carefully. The requirment of meeting within 2 years is stated about as simple as it can get


That was not what I was referring to. But you do get this sense of this attitude of "what's so bloooming hard!!!!!"

That is a rude response. And if everyone was able to do this with little help, and interpret literally and correctly every single time...then this forum would consist mostly of "I miss my fianceee / spouse...." , divorce and "how do I get my greencard after I leave" threads.

And you must bare in mind that not all people have the same abilities to interpret the information correctly. Regardless of how easy it seems to you and I.

Edited by Ellie-and-David, 20 January 2009 - 03:35 AM.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-20 03:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 "meeting in person" requirements
I think the OP has had their questioned answered.

The whole process can be very confusing, especially to newbie's....so lets be patient guys and gals. I know sometimes I can read something 4 or 5 times and skip a word.

And I can be too literal sometimes smile.gif


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-19 16:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWaiting time K1 Visa UK Citizen
We filed in November - to vermont.

I am not expecting to get my NOA 2 until May.

Then there is the additional wait on top. I'd be surprised if I recieved my visa much before August / September. As you can tell.....I am not optimistic.

One thing I have learnt about this process is that, as much as I would like to plan my wedding, I am not going to tempt fate by having a date set. We are going to do the court house thing as soon as I arrive so that I can apply for my Employment authorisation and green card asap.

Then as soon as that is done, plan a wedding for late 09 / early 2010.

I guess what people are trying to say is, it could happen for you by August, but dont bank on it.

Edited by Ellie-and-David, 23 January 2009 - 07:33 AM.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-23 07:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo I need to be officially engaged to start the k-1 visa process?!!
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QUOTE (Ellie-and-David @ Jan 25 2009, 04:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
They would send you another RFE for further information, if it is required. Dont worry you aren't over reacting, this process is stressful.

Comply with the RFE sent to you and submit the information that they have requested immediately. Do read the guides, they are helpful and will help with the next part of the process. But more importantly read ANY guidance given to you on the forms. And as puskbrk would say "interpret literally" blink.gif

They wont outright deny you for not sending in information, but if you dot submit the information required you will continue to get RFE's and this will slow up the process.

Scout around, there is a wealth of information on this site. And breath!!!!.....smile.gif



Thank you star_smile.gif


Your very welcome. Dont be afraid to look for the answers to your questions on other peoples threads by using the search option or start another thread requesting assistance. They are a helpful bunch around here smile.gif

Best of luck with everything.

Oh....and FYI, my SO didn't do the one knee thing. I dont have a ring, and it went something like this.

Him "Ellie i love you. Your alright ya know!"
Me "That's nice darling and um, flattering I guess......for an understated declaration of love"
Him "Do you want to do this forever?"
Me "What? Lie around eating potato chips whilst you cook dinner?"
Him "Yeah"
Me "Sure, i have nothing better to do with my life"

And some may say romance is dead......... wacko.gif smile.gif
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-25 17:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo I need to be officially engaged to start the k-1 visa process?!!
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What you need is....

B. Provide original statements from you and your fiancé(e)whom you plan to marry within 90 days of his or her admission, and copies of any evidence you wish to submit to establish your mutual intent;

If you can provide the two letters, you are "engaged" for immigration purposes.



OMG! Now I'm even more stressed!

I do like this site and it provides SO MUCH information, but I found this site well after the fact and now I find there are so many things we missed!.

- We have already had one RFE, and I didnt include the letter stating we were engaged and plan to marry, and I'm pretty sure my fiance didnt either. Have they ever sent TWO RFE's? or will they just deny it outright ?

I cant believe this whole process is so stressful and the fact that the government sites say include form A. thats it. when in actuallity what they want is form A-Z PLUS forms 1-5. Then they hold it against you for not supplying them the information they want.

- Ok, now that I have ranted on, back to the topic at hand. If we dont get denied right away, it will be ok to bring the letters of intent to marry to the interview right?

Please tell me Im over reacting crying.gif


They would send you another RFE for further information, if it is required. Dont worry you aren't over reacting, this process is stressful.

Comply with the RFE sent to you and submit the information that they have requested immediately. Do read the guides, they are helpful and will help with the next part of the process. But more importantly read ANY guidance given to you on the forms. And as puskbrk would say "interpret literally" blink.gif

They wont outright deny you for not sending in information, but if you dot submit the information required you will continue to get RFE's and this will slow up the process.

Scout around, there is a wealth of information on this site. And breath!!!!.....smile.gif

Edited by Ellie-and-David, 25 January 2009 - 04:42 PM.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-25 16:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresshould i get a job first before i submit my i-129f application
My Fiance filed 6 weeks after he got laid off. This is a LONG process sometimes, therefore we knew we had the time for him to find a job before proof of income was requested.

We also made sure that his father was OK to be our sponsor, should there be a problem with his wage.

Incidentally he has had a really hard time finding a job (he was a carpenter) but went for an interview last week that went REALLY well....fingers crossed :-)
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-26 02:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThe requirement of seeing eachother hasn't happened yet!!
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Jan 26 2009, 12:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just to make you happy though, I'll be the maverick and encourage you to file without meeting. It won't succeed but our government could use the $455 donation, particularly if it's coming from you, the foreigner. devil.gif


You bad man wink.gif devil.gif

Do not file without having met your SO. You WILL fail.

Good luck with everything.


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-01-26 12:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI just mailed off my I129 F, but I still feel like I left something out.
1If i was the one posting the petition....I am pretty sure I would have done the same.

Dont worry....no money no petition....that thing will come flying back to you faster than you can say

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
OO!!!

Good luck on the second go around!


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-05 07:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDeath of Fiancee
So sorry.

Love to you and your fiancee's family.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-05 07:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJoining VJ and my issue.
QUOTE (Crescent @ Feb 5 2009, 11:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah. sad.gif The money dosent concern me half as much as the denial.. I just hope they give me another shot.. Like.. I dunno if they would Auto-deny or give me a shot ><

Guess all I can do is hope for the best. Still going nuts though~

^^ lol.


Seriously. You need to stop.

You'll drive yourself crazy.

You are likely to get an RFE. You have mentioned other visits and they will want further information.

Everyone here is very knowledgeable and have provided you with all the guidance they can at this point. They have gleaned their knowledge from months of dealing with their own cases and helping others by answering questions here on VJ.

You are not the 1st to have omitted information.....and you wont be the last. So quit being so hard on yourself!!!! I hope you hear from USCIS soon.

Best of luck with the rest of your journey.

~Ellie







Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-05 23:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Approved - Now on to sorting out my work situation!
QUOTE (cbridges @ Feb 5 2009, 01:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am feeling more and more like the best thing to do would simply be to drive to Vegas on the day of my arrival, get married in an Elvis drive-thru wedding and then send off all the paperwork for adjustment of status and work visa right away!

Anything else seems too much of a headache!


Yup...we are going to do the same. I'll be looking to get married within a week of my arrival (not vegas...just a court house in Florida) and sending those papers off asap.

I cant bear the idea of being off work for to long. I'll go crazy, and my poor husband will bear the brunt of it.

Poor man, has 3-4 months of a pure nutty lady waiting for him at home.....at least there is sunbathing to do until that EAD arrives.


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-05 13:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhen to file I-129F
QUOTE (Gri5w4ld @ Feb 7 2009, 09:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, I am going to visit my fiancee in just a couple months in the philippines and i'm wonder when I should start the K1 process. I want to start it now so it will go through faster but i'm not sure if I am required to meet with my fiancee before I even start the process or not. thx for the help everyone.


It is an essential requirement at the time of filing that you and the person you are going to marry have met within the last two years. You can not file until you have met her. There are very rare exceptions to this rule.

Please start by reading the K1 guides. These will help inform you of what is required of you.

Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-07 21:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould the check for K1 be exactly 500?
QUOTE (aljhel @ Feb 23 2009, 03:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Geeeez, your willing to lose $45 bux? about 2 x 30 packs of Bud Light there....quality




QUOTE (AG83 @ Feb 19 2009, 01:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
lol....sorry i dont know why i wrote 500...meant 455.



Beer is so cheap in America.....it's the real reason I want a greencard. smile.gif
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-23 03:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBring with me copy of K1 documents to travel to US
I'm going over to visit my fiance next weekend (sorry.....i just have to do a little woooooooooooohooooooooo!!!!!!!!!) and I am taking the following things with me.

Copy of my lease
Copy of my return flight
Letter from my employer.

I am not telling them I am visiting my fiance. I am on vacation, visiting friends (which I am, as part of the trip is visiting my friends mark and julie so I'm not lying). I have heard from many sources here on VJ that they can not see your K1 application on the system whilst it is still stuck in a box @ USCIS. If your petition had been approved....this would be different.

If my petition is approved before I leave (DOUBTFUL) I would take a copy of the petition in addition to the above evidence.

As others have stated...it boils down to your POE officer, and as a lone female, i was concerned about being questioned on my first time in, but instead I got a very friendly male officer who commented on my curls and said i had beautiful fingerprints.

I hope I am as lucky next time.








Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-24 14:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresContact in last 2 years
Hi fellow somerset person wink.gif

Your current trip counts. You would have had problems had you tried to file prior to this trip.

Make sure you document your visit. Start taking pictures now and keeping flight stubs etc these will count as your proof of having met in the last 2 years.

Of course if you get married and then file....the marriage certificate will pretty much indicate that you have been together recently as well.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-03-02 06:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat did you wear on your US Passport Photo?
You dont have to wear smart clothes!

However, when i went to get my photo's taken the booth specified that:

You must not smile
If you wear glasses you must ensure the lenses are non reflective ones
Your hair must be tucked behind your ears or styled in such a way that your ears are visible
The photo's must be on a white background

Finally, you need to ensure that your head and neck are fully visible and that you are staring straight at the camera.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-03-06 07:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGot denied on my interview b'coz of not having my decision yet at the court from my previous marriage
Hmmmmm....

well I found the locking of intellectual horns interesting to read, but I'm quite sure that the debate on these pages is going to scare the OP.

Or

Troll?

But this certainly has been an interesting discussion....

If she comes back, I'll be very surprised.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-07 03:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisiting within last two years...is 1 time sufficient?
We filed having only had one visit.

However to help the situation along, we also submitted with our petition, additional evidence that David was visiting me at christmas...this was not neccesary according to what was asked of us on the forms, but we thought that the additional would be helpful to count toward proving the existence of our bonafide relationship.

We also covered all of our bases with regards to the one visit we had had. All plane tickets, coach trips, maximum number of photographs. We were extremely thorough

They dont specify that you must have to have had more than one visit, just that you must have met, but I am sure that the countries that are considered high fraud will be subject to a higher degree of scrutiny over whether a relationship is bone fide or not.

Like pushbrk said...the more visits the more proof. Granted, by the time the interview takes place most of the evidence will have been examined...

But as a well known supermarket says here

"every little (bit) helps"
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-25 08:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about application process
QUOTE (crazymazy @ Mar 24 2009, 08:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well quick question here - should we send in chat logs ?

We have met twice in person and have spent about a total of a month together - and will be together again in July - but not before the filing. We talk all day on yahoo and have for 2 years now.

I have pics, ticket receipts, itineraries, receipts all saved ( the 1st trip was a fluke to save as I just adored our time together - even have my dried flowers he gaveme at the airport ..lol )

BUT should I also include chat logs ? We have spoken on the phone but do not have records as he has a prepaid cell phone so the times he called me like on my birthday and Christmas - are not recorded.


Your photo's, airline tickets and stubs etc...are all the proof you need of having met in person. At this point you do NOT have to send in chat logs. Your fiances letter of intention and submitting of the petition is all the proof of the ongoing relationship you need at this point.

Start messaging once a day now on a medium that can be saved and printed. As before, I recommend googletalk / googlemail talk. It saves every line of chat you write, is free, can be web or ap based and the voice chat is pretty decent to! Dave and i have kept voice chat open on googletalk for many many hours.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-03-25 03:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about application process
QUOTE (Mike and Natalee @ Mar 24 2009, 07:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (canadian_wife @ Mar 24 2009, 08:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If you cannot prove that you have a bona fide relationship then you will not have much of a chance.


What sort of evidence would we need to provide to ensure that this is a bona fide relationship? Would pictures and receipts of travel arrangements be more than sufficient? There really isn't a way to track calls made with Skype, nor can we submit MSN logs since neither of us actually record conversations (to my knowledge at least).

Is one meeting more than enough, or should there be multiple?

Thank you for all the replies so far. I just want to make sure I can do everything I can to make sure she becomes a part of my life. smile.gif


One meeting is enough.

Start emailing once a day. For your petition you do not need to submit chat logs etc (we didn't). Just proof you have met in person.

I recommend googlechat / googlemail chat as an alternative for the presentation of bona fide continuing relationship evidence for the visa interview. It saves every single chat line you type...I have some going back over 18 months and am nowhere near my reaching my mail box limit.

As an aside. One meeting is enough. But having spent 7 weeks with David in the last 6 months, I have found there is no real substitute for really getting to know who someone is than spending proper face to face time with them.


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-03-24 19:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about application process
That pesky meeting in person rule!.....can you believe the government actually wants people to meet before they get married?!!?!!! wink.gif

*Meet.

*Read the VJ guides

*File the forms and evidence correctly.

*Earn enough to support your spouse.

*Prove you have a genuine relationship that is being entered into in good faith and not for a greencard.

Yeah......you should be ok smile.gif Very few K1's are denied from "low" fraud countries such as canada. Just be prepared for a little wait. It takes a LONG time!!!

Best of luck to you.


Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-03-24 19:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime Spent Together Before Deciding to Get Married?
6 weeks together physically.

But probably thousands of hours on the phone. 5 hours a day on week days and 14-15 hours on the weekends.

We are addicted to each other.
Ellie-and-DavidFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-03-29 03:43:00