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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to cancel approved K-1?
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Oct 1 2008, 01:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (cebu72 @ Sep 30 2008, 11:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
OK, my fiance turned out to be married at the time I filed and the 129F was approved. I filed in March, she then got an annulment in July (backdated to June). She withheld this info until after we got the 129f approval this month. Of course, I must refile since she withheld this info since at the time of filing she was married and not eligible to be petittioned. Of course, the question of will I refile under these circumstances in a personal issue for me...
But either way, I need to cancel the k-1 now that they have sent the noa-2.

How do I go about doing this?? HOW DO I CANCEL THE K-1 After the 129f approval?

BTW This is the second time I have had this heppen, once in 2004 and now again. May have to forget love, but just in case I don't, since I now have two k-1's filed, have I reached my lifetime limit?

Been to phil 5 times this year to see her. Its been a loooooog trip back from Manila today..... wonderful place, and so perhap one day I can meet a wonderful person, but I am afraid I am k-1 maxed out even though I have never married or brought anyone over..... If I choose to can I refile for her now that we have honesty (sort of) on the table, or is that high risk since she clearly lied in the original application. A much more likely scenario, lets say I meet someone new in life, can I still do a k-1?


Email the Embassy in Manila indicating they'll be receiving a notarized letter from you, withdrawing the petition. Mention your fiancee's full name and the case number. Write a similar letter to the USCIS Service Center that adjudicated the petition originally.

At most, you'll need to provide a letter explaining why you would be filing another I-129F for a fiance, whether for this or any other woman. If you decide to pursue a relationship with the current beneficiary, you might consider marriage first and just going the CR1 route. No need for a waiver in that case.

Risk, is for you to evaluate as you are the one with the most complete information from which to do so.



This is exactly what you should do.

I want to warn you, though, there is a chance the petition will not be cancelled. I know of people in the Jamaican forum who did this and the messages never go to where they needed to go. 2 people that I know of still went to their interview and go their visas. They came to the US. Never heard much of what happened after that. They are probably happily living here illegally.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-10-01 07:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStupid Question
Same thing with Jamaicans. It's not just Phillipinos. And, yes, I believe it is because too many abused the system.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-02 00:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplease help me! I want to cancel my petition!
I would close it properly; but that's me. I hate loose ends.

Don't go any further with it. If it makes you feel better, write a letter or send an e-mail to formerly tell them you wish it to be closed. Even with that, it could take months to close properly.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-10-05 20:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen in the K-1 process do you prove financial support?
We took:

A letter from my employers
3 years of tax returns
A letter from my bank
One bank statement from each quarter for a few years
paycheck stubs

I'm a firm believer in being overprepared, though.

Good luck to you.

2nd part of your questions......if you bag the K-1 now, and marry while in the US, it is premeditated and visa fraud. If caught, it will not turn out as you want it to. Please be smart.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-02 20:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried!! K-1 Problem with divorce decree.
QUOTE (payxibka @ Nov 3 2008, 10:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am surprised it was required... If there was any question as to you status as "free to marry" should have been decided at the USCIS and not for the consulate to consider



I was thinking the same thing.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-03 11:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I Report a Scam Artist to INS?
QUOTE (charles! @ Nov 5 2008, 09:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
maybe post a pic of her and we'll see if ken knows her.



Yeah. Isn't there don't date her.com or something?

I'm so sorry.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-06 08:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHealth Insurance for Fiance?
It is definately sticker shock. I paid over $600 a month for my husband, as soon as we were married, and he was added to my plan. Had to do that for a year and 3 months.

I did the happy dance when he finally got his own through his employment.

It was necessary. My husband has sickle cell and I could not risk major expenses.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-07 23:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter NOA 2 oddball questions
QUOTE (Flutra @ Nov 7 2008, 10:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have a couple of questions too.. If you guys could help it would be great..

I have about 50+ pictures of us together..should I add chat logs..even though they are in a different language..

and one more thing... in the Guide for the I-129f package it says.. "After you receive your NOA2 what to send to your fiance": Send all originals of documentary proof that you submitted for the I-129f

soo what exact original documentary is that?


thanks guyss!!!!!!


How are you submitting your pictures? I color copied mine and bound them with the rest.

If they are in another language, you are going to need to translate. If that is the case, I would not send all of them....a variety covering months or years would suffice.

It's been a while; but I am thinking the originals should be your birth papers and any divorce decree(s).

Does your fiance have an exact copy of everything you sent in? If not, I would get one to them. I feel it's very important for that person to look over exactly what you sent in, should they get a question about any of it at the interview.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-07 23:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter NOA 2 oddball questions
QUOTE (annax @ Nov 7 2008, 10:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hiya, I have a couple questions about the paperwork you send to your fiance after NOA 2:

1. How did you bind your papers? Did you do the top hole punch and metal fasteners like the original paperwork? Or did you just use paperclips.

2. For those of you who included MSN/yahoo/whatever chat logs as part of your proof of relationship, how much did you print out? I started to print some of ours and it was 287 pages just for one archive! I have four archives total. This seems rather excessive.

thanks in advance for any help


I bound mine on the top with the ACCO (sp?) slider thingees. I've done it with all paperwork I've submitted since the K-1. We are all the way to removal of conditions right now.

And, yes, mine was probably 5 lbs. of paperwork. I'm a big believer in bombarding them with proof.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-07 23:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBad News
I hope you figure it out.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-12 09:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmy friends idea
I agree with everything said here, especially the respect for YouDan comment. Play nice.

Never ever advise someone to commit visa fraud. If it were me, I would tell her what was said, or better yet show her this thread. We have all learned a lot on here over the years.

The price is very high for what she is contemplating.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-08 00:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresYeah! K-1 Approved, with child. Now I'm not so sure.
QUOTE (payxibka @ Nov 12 2008, 04:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You already have the visa... let her come over and if it does not work out she goes home within the 90 days...



You also have 6 months to activate the visa. You can use that time wisely.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-13 10:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-797C for Biometrics received after filing I-129F
I think I would call someone and question. But, yes, you never have to have biometrics done. That's just wierd.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-04 09:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresConcerned about stupid people and their MOUTH
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 22 2008, 10:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (CraigCam @ Nov 22 2008, 07:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I find it ironic that the OP specifically asked for no replies from anyone who isn't sure of their answers and the first reply posted is incorrect. Not only incorrect but from a country with much different cultural practices than Vietnam. The fact is that a one word answer without any explanation doesn't help much anyway. So, why add to the OP's stress with a negative reply if you aren't going to give any explanation?

The correct answer is, NO, this should not be a problem. First of all, the Consulate in HCM is aware of how important the engagement party is to VN people. They will not be confused about the difference between an engagement party and a wedding. In fact, it is expected that there will be an engagement party for the family and friends, especially if the wedding will be in the US.

To take this a step further, I have sent an email to the Consulate asking about this topic. The Consulate states that it is aware that couples wish to celebrate with the family in VN before leaving for the US. The only thing that the Consulate is concerned with is that there is no legal marriage. So, you can actually have a wedding ceremony as long as there is no marriage certificate involved. No marriage certificate=Not married.

Now I have read of couples in other countries having non-legal weddings and being denied visas. This is because in some countries, India for example, a religious ceremony is considered legally binding with or without a marriage license. But, Vietnam is different. Remember, you are dealing with a communist government and religious ceremonies are viewed differently by the government.

I don't have a link to the post handy, but someone on VJ recently(about 4 or 5 months ago) was approved in HCM and they had had a full blown wedding(not engagement party) without a marriage certificate. They sent an email to the Consulate to be sure this was not a problem. The Consulate stated exactly as I have and they took the email to the interview as evidence but it was not necessary, pink slip, first try.

I'm sure that people are just trying to be helpful but have no idea what the visa process is really like in VN. That is why this post should be in the Asian forum where people who are familiar with the specifics of how the HCM Consulate works will be more likely to respond. Sure, you will find stories of couples that have had problems in similar situations, but I seriously doubt any of them will be from the HCM Consulate.

Besides, what is done is done, so, why stress out about it now? You have made it clear that the party was an engagement not a wedding. In my opinion, this is a good thing for you. The engagement party will be excellent evidence to bolster your case of a bona fide relationship. Trust me, you will have plenty of other things to worry about without adding this to the pile.

One last thing, according to the K1 guru, ME, the Consulate cannot deny your petition based on any information already approved by USCIS in your I-129F petition. Since, you included info about the engagement party in your petition and USCIS has approved it, then technically HCM cannot deny you based on that info.

Good luck!


I'm quite sure of my answer but it doesn't conflict with your. Mention it only if asked.





I agree.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-24 08:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBrand new to this . . . my head is spinning!!
Good answers on all the above. Sorry....we all wait!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-26 15:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied but case still open
Yes, Kimmy.....exactly what Sus, you, and I were thinking. Eric's not on much though. Mrs. Palmer is the most recent. Although, Nelly said she was filing and it was still open. She had to call to verify what to do next.

I took it as 2009.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-12-01 13:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDenied but case still open
Jamerican, PM Mrs. Palmer. She is in a similar situation.

Also MSNELLY.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-30 12:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSurviving long distance relationships
Good luck to you.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-09-04 09:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for K1 before Divorce Certificate
I agree....you need to wait.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-12-22 15:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswill USCIS automatically email me?
QUOTE (payxibka @ Jan 28 2009, 11:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (johndecka @ Jan 28 2009, 11:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If u have registered ur email with UScis, yes , they will E-mail u before they send out NO1 or NO2


theoretically, however the online system is not without its flaws.... I received hardcopy NOA2 about two weeks before the e-mail. No chance of an e-mail for NOA1 either....



I agree. It'####### or miss on there. They SAY they will e-mail you if you register. But, in my case, didn't get a thing.

It's best to register and hope. Then, check the site. I always suggest checking like once or twice a week so as not to drive yourself insane every day.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-01-29 07:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresright to deny because of age
Age has not been an issue if the proof is convincing.

To the young one's question....you should be fine. There are been other very young couples who have goen through just fine.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-04 08:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresReligious marriage on K-1
This has got to be one of the most popular questions asked on VJ over and over again.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-10-03 23:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1- visa - Are photos realy needed
I was thinking it might be okay with the petition; but at the interview, I would say at least some pictures are essential.

QUOTE (liz_legend @ Aug 29 2007, 09:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
we didn't include pictures in our petition and did just fine


But, do you have some for the interview?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-08-30 11:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS, you win...sort of...and a question about canceling the K-1
I know you want to be with her. Not sure the K-3 is going to be any faster for you.

Like someone else said, you didn't say how long you have been waiting. Are you deep enough in the process that I could say just hang in there and you would rethink?

However it goes for you, I'm sorry, and I hope it works out for you in the end. Godspeed to the end.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-11-11 19:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat's the best option?
Did you read the charges, Kimmy?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-28 11:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat's the best option?
That's why I said qualified immigration lawyer. We know the Jamaican embassy, huh, Tre?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-28 07:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat's the best option?
It is going to be very tough for them to approve him in Jamaica with any sort of record.

Even if his under 18 charges were expunged, would his deportation?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-27 18:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat's the best option?
I hate to say it; but I am going to say no. Jamaica is pretty tough to get through if you have a perfect record.

You can try. It's not going to be easy at all.

I would suggest a qualified immigration lawyer on this one.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-27 15:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout Bankruptcy Issue
QUOTE (LoriLawless @ Jul 8 2008, 07:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
From what I've read, a bankruptcy will not affect a family based visa. Only a business related one.

They don't check the sponsors credit history, just that they earn enough to qualify.



Absolutely true.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-09-22 10:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow to best use the 90 days prior to marriage k-1
QUOTE (Seattle2Cebu @ Oct 23 2007, 06:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
the rule is that a couple has to get married within 90 days. This is just a suggestion, but it
is based on experience. You could possibly save yourself a lot of grief and $$$ if you
will step out of your emotions and observe your fiance during this time. You can set the
wedding date towards the end of 90 days. Allow yourself to be a third party observer
looking in. Be alert to red flags and possible issues. Address any issues that arise. You
can end up deeply regretting it, if you choose to overlook problems and just hope
they will resolve themselves. There is a whole lot more to living as a couple than emotion
and feelings of love which can be exaggerated from a long distance relationship. Your
fiance may not express her/his concerns to you in an open direct way. The USA is a
big big dream for many immigrants and some will say anything and do anything to
be here. Dont think that you are immune to being taken advantage of. This is not to say
you live under a cloud of suspicion and doubt. Of course few people would take this
advice, because "they know" their relationship will make it. Dont be afraid to ask
hard questions and even seek pre-marital counseling prior to being married. Most of
all trust your gut. All of us have that little still voice or tug at our spirit that warns of
upcoming disaster, take a long long time to think about it before you get married.
There is nothing wrong with putting a key-logger program on your computer and monitoring
your beneficiaries email for a month. Find out what they are saying to people back home.
a little invasion of privacy is way better than having your life blown apart later, not to
mention the emotional devastation..

hopefully this will be rcvd in the spirit it is given..

thanks


While that is some good advice, we did not heed it. We married within a few weeks in order to start the AOS process, do all the necessaries that allowed him to look for work. We've been married 16 months now. So far, so good.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-10-24 08:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout the co-sponsor.
Yes "means tested" comes into play from what I hear too.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-06-23 11:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmarrying WITHOUT the k-1
Confused. Please give more info.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-07-30 11:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew To This All - Need K-1 Advice!
How did you visit the US before?

If you have a valid visitor visa, you can come visit him in the US while the K-1 is processing unless they stop you at the border. People do it all the time.

Welcome, newbie. Good luck.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-08-05 14:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCant believe I just found Visa Journey
QUOTE (Jamaican JNR @ Aug 5 2009, 03:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Rewaudi @ Aug 5 2009, 03:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WOW!! This site is amazing, I only wish I had found it sooner. Probably would have saved me a lot of time and money. Yesterday my fiance was approved her K-1 Visa in Brazil. I am so excited especially since this whole process has lasted just about a year. I (unfortunately) got a lawyer thinking it would expedite the whole process but looking back on it I think I would have been better off just finding this website. I plan on sharing my story and all the trials and tribulations, but first I would like to say HELLO and venture around this new found website.

Congrats on your approval and welcome to VJ



How come I never see you on Yardie threads?

Welcome newbie. good luck.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-08-05 15:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFacebook Concern?
QUOTE (NatPatBen @ Jun 21 2009, 11:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I doubt it, but the bigger question is:

You let everyone see your page on Facebook?? Time to edit those privacy settings.



Yeah, I agree on that. Be careful of your privacy settings. Need to really set them to just friends and you control who sees what.

Believe me when I say it. Had a couple of stalkers on there just itching for some fodder to use against me.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-07-06 08:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTo lie about sordid details?
Is it illegal in her country?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-10-08 20:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLost... Sad... Frustrated...
Just hang in there. You are going to have to learn patience, girlie.

It will be okay. Hugs.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-10-16 14:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance's/Benefiary's counrty unreliable with mail
I think most of the countries have crappy mail. In Jamaica, you are lucky if they get mail at all. And, if they do, it has usually been rifled through.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-10-23 13:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIn retrospective just a tip for everyone starting their K1 process
I'm a firm believer in you cannot have too much evidence.

Congrats.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-11-11 12:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures6 months wait after a divorce
Thank you for clearing it up cause I would've had a different conclusion as far as what is legally free to marry.

But, yeah, no need to jump on people here. All answers are appreciated. They are trying. You weed them out as you go.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2009-11-23 10:39:00