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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSome please advice me

Hello VJ'ers i send in my k-1 package to the TSC on OCT 1st, i have recieved USPS confirmation that they have recieved it already. This is my issue though. i am going to india to visit my fionce next week for about 2 months i will be in india. while i am over there how can i check the status on the case? i did pay with a check from my personal bank account. i am waiting on NOA1...once i do recieve that then how can i check anything if i am overseas?


You can go to the USCIS Web site and use the receipt number from the NOA1 to check on its status.

USCIS Case Status Online.

You can also get the receipt number from the cancelled check... It will begin with three letters, e.g. WAC.

Best Regards!
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2006-10-10 19:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI don't get it!

You don't live in the Vermont area, that's what you're doing wrong.


IANAL, but I cannot understand how such a geographic discrepancy can be permitted by the Equal Protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Look, the Supreme court held in Loving v. Virginia that marriage is a basic civil right of man, and, Rev. King had beforehand pointed out that rights delayed are rights denied.

Of course, there are huge standing, damages, and sovereign immunity issues to bringing a suit, and even if successful the likely governmental response would be to slow VSC down... :angry:
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2006-10-10 19:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Birth Certificate

Why do service centers sometimes RFE for something that's not required as per the instructions on their own forms? That's what really confuses me. It's not required, so why RFE for it, and if it is required it should be in the instructions and EVERYone that doesn't send it should get RFEd, not just some random people. :blink:


I think the way to look at it is that the instructions' list is a minimum; if they want more information, unfortunately the burden of proof is on us, the petitioners... After all, we're still not entitled to marry just anyone.

Sometimes, though, from what I've read here it seems as if it all depends on the mood of the adjudicator that day, whether they've had their coffee yet, etc.
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2006-12-13 21:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 PAcket 3 for China and other questions
Okay, if the fee can be paid immediately before the interview, then that's not inconvenient. After all, she'd be in Guangzhou anyway!

But, be aware that neither the flowchart or the Step-by-Step indicate exactly when the fees (other than the initial I-129F fee) must be paid. That caused confusion in my mind...

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

http://www.visajourn...amp;page=k1flow
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2007-01-03 23:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 PAcket 3 for China and other questions
Quick question: I downloaded the list of CITIC bank branches from the Consulate Web site... It states that the K-1 fee, 830 RMB, can only be paid at certain branches in Gangdong and Fujian. What's up with that? It's a not insignificant trip from Qingdao just to visit a bank..!
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2007-01-02 00:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it really?
Of course, remember the comparison some Americans have: make the decision, go to Las Vegas, Elvis does his thing (thankyouverymuch), and you're married. Total elapsed time anywhere from 30 minutes to maybe a week.

When I tell my friends that, even though we've got our hearts set on marrying we can't schedule anything for six to nine months, they can't believe it... (And then when I tell them that once we finally know, we'll have less than 90 days to get everything arranged, they really are astonished!)
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2007-01-03 23:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhile you're waiting for NOA2: Talk to your boss!

My advice... while you're waiting for the NOA2, talk to your boss about the letter you'll need stating your employment for the I-134! Explain it to your boss and ask how long it'll take to get it when you need it, so they're aware and you know how long it'll take. It took almost 2 weeks for my boss to do it for me. Not like it killed us or anything, it's just annoying to get the NOA2 and have to wait so long for your boss to sign a 1 paragraph letter so you can send all the necessary documents to your loved one. :)



That's a piece of good advice..!

Soon after I sent in my I-129F, I did that. I'm lucky, I work for a small company (200 people) so I walked in to the CEO's office with the I-134 instructions and spoke with him. When we got back from holiday, and I had received my NOA2 on 26 December (what a Christmas gift!), it was a simple matter to send them an e-mail and the "reference letters" were ready the next day. I asked for six copies; one set for my copy of the I-134, and two for Bobbie's use...
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2007-01-03 23:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 - Again?
This is interesting... On 26 December, I received the I-797 maked "Approval Notice" in the mail. (One nice Christmas present, if a little bit late.) Now, today, I received 11 (!) copies of an e-mail stating that the CSC has mailed my approval notice on 7 January.

Hmm.
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2007-01-10 20:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStarting Out

Thanks everyone. Does anyone know how to save the G325-A form? Adobe doesn't allow me to save what I have completed.


Not to be flippant, but, print out an extra copy (of each persons' G-325A). That's what I did... Of course, I printed out an extra copy of everything...
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2006-12-03 21:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime Limit Once K-1 Received
OK, so, to be clear, the 90 day clock on the legal wedding & filing for AOS does not start until my bao bei steps off the plane in the USA?

My fiancee was granted her K-1 on 30 May 2007; the six month clock expires 30 November 2007. She won't get here until 26 November 2007. I couldn't determine for certain whether or not those clocks expire at the same time. It wouldn't be a record, but getting the legal wedding done and the AOS filed in two days would be Herculean.
Chemist_GeekMaleChina2007-09-19 00:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOff To London !!!
Thats Great news, Congratulations, YAY :dance:
EuroFemale02006-05-22 15:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVisiting question.

Hi,

I am a total noob in this forum. I have filed for an immigrant visa for my wife. The I-130 was just approved and I have sent back the ds-3032 form but haven't received the AOS bill yet.

I have this question... Is my wife allowed to enter the country while we are in this phase of the process? If yes, then would she have to return to her country for the interview?

- featherless

Yes she will have to return to her own country for the visa interview!! :yes:
EuroFemale02006-05-25 12:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPrevious Marriage Cert's

Thanks Euro !
Yes, I am the USC. This is his 1st marriage.

I didn't need the divorce cert's?
Holy #######...I just spent $100 for nothing???? (I am slapping myself ) LOL !!!

well they didnt ask me for Marks, & this is my first marriage also!!........$100 well send it anyway that way it wont feel like wasted cash :P
EuroFemale02006-05-26 11:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPrevious Marriage Cert's

Hi...

I am getting papers ready for Graham's interview, and I have a Q. We haven't gotten pkg 4 yet, but I am just being prepared in advance due to my paranoid state of mind. ;)

I have certified divorce certificates for my 2 previous marriages, but do I need to get the marriage certificates as well??

I have one on hand, but the other one was from 18 years ago (yeah-I was young & stupid) :wacko:
If I have to order it up, I will-it's just that I'm not sure how necessary it would be...

Any takers?

Thanks !

your the USC???
I didnt need Marks divorce certificate, but i did take it, i think its just UKC divorces that are required!! :thumbs:

edited to say.......I wasnt asked for it at my K3 interview either!!

Edited by euro, 26 May 2006 - 11:36 AM.

EuroFemale02006-05-26 11:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresINTERVIEW DATE!!!!!!!

go shortie it`s your birthday.

:lol:
EuroFemale02006-05-25 13:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGreen Card

Congrats on getting your card Euro! :)

Thank you EVERYONE!! :blush:
EuroFemale02006-05-25 14:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGreen Card

yey, nice one :)

what a nice feeling that must be!

Yes it is......................and it should be called a cream card :P
EuroFemale02006-05-25 10:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGreen Card
:dance: .My card came today................happy dance on the door step :P ............now i'm just waiting for my SSN............. :whistle:
EuroFemale02006-05-25 10:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOur I-130 is Approved

I got an email notification this evening from DHS about our I-130. It is approved today, May 31. Now, the next step begins with NVC. I am pretty much familiar with this whole process, since I successfully petitioned for my parents before. Plus, now I am aware of James' short cut. I am prepared for the next step with our CR-1 process.

Congratulations :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-01 09:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresquestion

Nope, no interview yet. Case completed on March 24. Montreal is quick, huh?

And thanks MrsBruce :)

uh huh Montreal is wayyyyyyyyy fast ;)
EuroFemale02006-06-02 09:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresquestion

Thank you my Michigan friend. :D

Your very welcome :D ........have you got an interview date yet?? :unsure:
EuroFemale02006-06-01 09:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresquestion

My mom's 2005 tax transcript for our interview says "copy" on it. Is this ok or do I need an "original" transcript from the IRS?

The whole 3 years worth we sent to NVC all said "COPY" on them, & they were fine :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-01 09:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI think I made a huge mistake...

Euro,

Yes he has the important stuff :) like the marriage certificate. However the consulate has the orginals of all the documents which they should return at the interview. I did scan him copies of the I-864 and the NOA1 and NOA2 for the I-130. Now I will try to scan some of the evidence that I have like phone cards and plane tickets. :thumbs:

Ok good then the DHL mishap was just a tiny bump in the road, can't wait to hear of an approval on monday :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-02 13:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI think I made a huge mistake...

Thanks Euro, HAPPY FRIDAY!!

I am going to try to scan everything, the calling cards, plane tickets etc. That is the only option that I have right now. I will send a letter with it showing the emails from DHL regarding this package. He has alot of our evidence so maybe that will be enough :) only 3 days left guess we will know on Monday night! :blink:

Oh is it only the evidence that didnt arrive???
yeah scan it to him, he might have enough already , so there's none of the realy important stuff like marrigae certificate & stuff, does he already have that stuff???...................
i have my fingers crossed, sure he'll be fine :thumbs: :yes:
EuroFemale02006-06-02 09:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI think I made a huge mistake...
Wow that sucks................I think i would scan it to your husband & also write a letter in with it to explain what has happened, or maybe you could email the embassy & see if they will accept you emailing them the stuff??
its worth a try, Good Luck :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-02 09:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUPDATE TO THE MISSING INFORMATION RECORDING

OK, HERE WE GO,,

THANKS AGAIN TO ALL WHO'VE RESPONDED..



THE LETTER SAYS:

CHECKLIST

case # __________
benficiary's name______, FNU
preference category: ir-1 spouse of a us citizen
priority date: dec 23, 2005



MISSING DOCUMENT CHECKLIST FOR _____________________, FNU
** WHATS AN "FNU"

ITS SAYS

___OF-230-I________________________________

THE NVC HAS RECEIVED THE REQUESTED AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT FORM FOR THIS CASE. HOWEVER WE ARE STILL WAITING FOR THEIMMIGRANT VISA PPLICATION AND OR RELATED FEES. PLEASE SUBMIT THE FORM AND OR FEES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.


great.. so now do i have to wait to hear that the ds 230 has been generated?
or should i send it now?
it says to include the letter's copy with my response.. should i send the check list and the ds 230 back,
or just the ds 230 (which hasnt arrived by post yet)

Yes thats what they are waiting for, the DS-230
EuroFemale02006-06-03 14:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduressocial security part of ds-230 i think not
:lol: :lol: I was wondering where mine had got to :unsure:

cari did the greencards come yet???

Edited by euro, 04 June 2006 - 03:48 PM.

EuroFemale02006-06-04 15:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI130 Approved. Now what?
I think it will take longer than 2 months....you have all the papers to do at NVC, then wait for the interview, probably another 5 months, thats if you dont get put on AR :unsure:
EuroFemale02006-06-05 11:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshow do I know

Hi
I moved recently and sent an AR11 for change of address a while ago.
How do I know they got it? Calling them is kinda worthless, as I couldn't seem to get outta the automated system which was really confusing anyways.

So, how do I know they got my new address?

Email them............. :yes:
EuroFemale02006-06-05 11:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat will I get?

I'm expecting an interview with the London Consulate in about August/September time, but my 2 year anniversary will be on the 17th December. If I enter the US after my 2 year ann. will I get IR-1 or CR-1?

If you enter after your 2 year anniversary, you should get a IR1....... :yes:

Edited by euro, 05 June 2006 - 11:31 AM.

EuroFemale02006-06-05 11:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnother DS-230 question

Relating to question 25 asking for dates of previous visits to the United States, what would i put down for type of Visa? I'm from the U.K and always enter on the Visa Wavier program, does this type of Visa have a name or should i just put down Visa Wavier. Thanks in Advance.

i just put VWP..........also if you have afew visits use a seperate piece of paper , but make sure you put your LND# on the seperate sheet :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-05 13:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFinally Approved!!!
Congratulations, wow CSC has realy got fast :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-07 08:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures17 hours
OK thats good news, lets hope the AR is short :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-06-06 10:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures17 hours

:dance: I should know the outcome of Ali's interview in 17 hours... oh wait 16 hours and 49 mins.. not that I am counting :lol: :lol: I will have the computer booted when I get the call and I will let ya know!! OMG this day needs to go by quickly!! 16 hours 48 mins

Joye

I cant wait to hear the good news from you, i will be keeping an eye out for your post :thumbs: :yes:
EuroFemale02006-06-05 09:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAre interview dates slowing down?

Well it looks like being longer than 2 months as my case has been at the embassy for over a month and no word from them. I am getting depressed again. Just posting to let people know as i know some people are waiting behind us. I am just starting to wonder if they just wait for me to reach a stage then they make that stage take a lot longer than usual. It is of course just bad luck and yes some people have worse but i am still fed up of it.

Have you been emailing them??
as your case was complete 2nd may then you are looking at a July interview, normaly 2 calendar months, keep emailing to ask if an interview has been scheduled :thumbs: :yes:
EDITED to say............early July!!...fingers crossed :yes:

Edited by euro, 06 June 2006 - 04:54 PM.

EuroFemale02006-06-06 16:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAre interview dates slowing down?

:thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs:




Red
you can still phone DOS they hold all information, or you can email NVC NVCINQUIRY@state.gov :yes:



cheers Amanda
will email nvc .

wonder if they can give us an idea about "wayne Rooneys foot injury"

seems like the rest of the world knows

laters red d

:lol:


hey yorkie
seems even michiganers have heard bout waynes left foot.

just got off off phone to nvc, chatted with a lovely lass.

explained that I am waiting to book flight to Venice and I could go via montreal if needed.

anyhow as you guys have let us know , nvc assign interviews at beginning of month
She explained that they are based upon what capacity montreal tells nvc.

but if IT falls at a bad time then I have to arrange with montreal
for a change of date.
So it was worth the call , but NVC could not give me any clue about
Rooneys fitness , I am expecting VICE PRESIDENT BLAIR to issue
a statement about ROONEY very soon

red :thumbs:

well he didnt mention it last night at the press conference :huh:
EuroFemale02006-05-26 11:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAre interview dates slowing down?


Red
you can still phone DOS they hold all information, or you can email NVC NVCINQUIRY@state.gov :yes:



cheers Amanda
will email nvc .

wonder if they can give us an idea about "wayne Rooneys foot injury"

seems like the rest of the world knows

laters red d

:lol:
EuroFemale02006-05-26 11:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAre interview dates slowing down?
Red
you can still phone DOS they hold all information, or you can email NVC NVCINQUIRY@state.gov :yes:
EuroFemale02006-05-26 06:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAre interview dates slowing down?

I got a reply to my second email.

An interview date has not yet been scheduled on your behalf. Please be assured that you will be notified in writing as soon as a date has been scheduled for the final visa interview.


Guess i just have to wait.

keep emailing.i got that email then the day after i got another with the date.................. :thumbs:
EuroFemale02006-05-25 14:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAre interview dates slowing down?

I keep reading about some premium rate number people call, I assume this is not the one. Is this an automated number like the NVC?

No this is Department of State, if you press the 1-1-0#s you get straight through to a real person, its not a premium rate number, the phone number for the London Embassy is though, & is also in Scotland!!, so they are not helpfu, so dont even call that num ber!! 1:30a minute :huh:
EuroFemale02006-05-24 07:28:00