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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview without Police Certificate
At the Jamaican embassy, it is hit or miss if they ask for the police certificate. However, when they have asked for it, they accept nothing buy a police record from every place you have lived for longer then 6 months since the age of 16.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-28 08:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresURGENTLY NEED HELP
My son lost his passport at the North Carolina airport. A kind employee found it and they mailed it back to us a few weeks later. Call the airline. Call the airport.

I would also report it missing immediately. Worse case, you have to apply for another through the embassy in D.C. You may also have to apply for another I-94. You may also have to make an infopass appointment.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-29 12:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhere can I find my I-693?
When you have your medical, it is best to ask the doctor to make a copy of it for you. If not, you may have to see a civil surgeon in the US and spend a lot of money having them transcribe the information.

We ended up not doing that; but Andre had had the nurse mark all his shots down in his shot record. We copied that and sent it in with our AOS.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-30 12:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMissing tax return signatures and W-2
I would just resend the stuff. You have time.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-02 08:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTraveling Applicant?
I doubt you have to do anything about it. Others have had the same thing listed. It's more a formality. Without a visa, he can't go anywhere anyhow.

At 19, he would have to file his own visa.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-02 15:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWanting to file K-1
Be very honest about that old relationship as well.

You should be fine.

Good luck to you.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-03 14:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNoticing an awful lot of people who fly into POE with fiance
It is not required or necessary.

I didn't go to the interview so I could fly with my fiance into the US. My reasoning was because he had never been on a plane before and I wanted to experience that with him. Also, I was so tired of going through security after having to kiss my fiance goodbye, I wanted to go through wtih him!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-03 08:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan we get married after getting a k-1 visa????
Why does this question continue to appear over and over again?

A K-1 is a fiance visa. Your SO must be your fiance when they step foot in the US. If you marry before that, the visa is null and void and you will start all over again.

I would never suggest that non-binding ceremony before entering the US. Too many people have been denied because it looks official enough to suspect the marriage took place.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-02 09:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs there interest and will you help
Can I ask what is the purpose of your data collection? Seems a lot of work just for personal curiosity. What do you plan on doing with it?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-06 13:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmarriage while waiting for k1?
QUOTE (eric_and_teresa @ May 28 2008, 11:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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This is an extreme case, but reason enough that I wouldn't get married while waiting for the K-1...

http://www.usforacle...3b-e3e9d3edddd7


This case is absolutely different to what is being discussed here.

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With fiancée visa in hand, she entered the United States already married to Keith


AGAIN, a marriage will ONLY be considered valid in the U.S. if it has been performed according to the regulations of the place where the marriage took place. This is a basic principle of private international law.

In countries where the legal system is based on the latin tradition, like Argentina and Guatemala, religious weddings are not legal weddings. The OP's fiance wont be entering the U .S. married, his civil status will remain single even if they do have a religious ceremony.



Again, today, in theory that works. Seems perfectly sensible to me. But, search on here and you will find all kinds of people who have not legally married, yet been turned away because the CO found some little detail.....he called her "his wife", a picture, something in writing......that made him THINK they had married.

I realize what you are saying and I agree. But, it's not me the OP has to convince.

I cannot stress enough how strongly I feel to be very careful on this subject.



I've read those posts and stories too, by experience we know that the CO will interpret as legal wedding almost everything. That's exacly what I wrote on my first post.

My second post was directed to clarify that the story of this couple is different, they DID get married with all the legalities of the foreign country, no wonder they got in trouble! And even when I feel sorry for them, IMO, they should have known better! It is almost unbelievable that they thought, they were going to be ok using a K-1 to enter the U.S. when they were already LEGALLY married.


I was actually responding to the second part of that post.

While the Hawiian wedding was a big mistake on their part, it doesn't have any bearing on this thread whatsoever. Totally different situation. I was not responding to that part at all.

No worries. We were on the same page.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-28 11:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmarriage while waiting for k1?
QUOTE (eric_and_teresa @ May 28 2008, 11:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric_and_Corinna @ May 28 2008, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
This is an extreme case, but reason enough that I wouldn't get married while waiting for the K-1...

http://www.usforacle...3b-e3e9d3edddd7


This case is absolutely different to what is being discussed here.

QUOTE
With fiancée visa in hand, she entered the United States already married to Keith


AGAIN, a marriage will ONLY be considered valid in the U.S. if it has been performed according to the regulations of the place where the marriage took place. This is a basic principle of private international law.

In countries where the legal system is based on the latin tradition, like Argentina and Guatemala, religious weddings are not legal weddings. The OP's fiance wont be entering the U .S. married, his civil status will remain single even if they do have a religious ceremony.



Again, today, in theory that works. Seems perfectly sensible to me. But, search on here and you will find all kinds of people who have not legally married, yet been turned away because the CO found some little detail.....he called her "his wife", a picture, something in writing......that made him THINK they had married.

I realize what you are saying and I agree. But, it's not me the OP has to convince.

I cannot stress enough how strongly I feel to be very careful on this subject.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-28 11:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresmarriage while waiting for k1?
Traditional ceremonies with family and friends, without signing any kind of legal document, happens all the time. If you aren't legally married, you aren't. Plain and simple.

The hard part is convincing your interviewer. I have seen people denied for as little as one picture that implied they may have married.

If it were me, I would never risk it. If denied, you would have no choice; but to marry in his country and start all over again with a CR1.

Be very careful with this.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-28 10:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI overstayed in US last year
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An overstay of 180 days to 12 months is an automatic 3 year ban. An overstay of more than a year is an automatic 10 year ban.

Ast stated above, they may approve you initially but you will most likely need a waiver which could take some time. See a good immigration attorney.


The petition will be approved, the visa will be refused, a waiver submission will be required.



That's what I think to. So, you might as well start looking into the waiver now.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-04 11:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresevidences of relationship
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QUOTE (thegreatgate @ Jun 16 2008, 07:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Nothing is more evident than pictures but also include hotel and airplane documentation.

Pictures are secondary. The BEST evidence besides what was already mentioned is those handwritten letters / cards showing the postmark on the envelopes.



We didn't use any of that.

I agree with passport stamps, plane tickets, receipts, and pictures.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-16 07:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDoes employment history of fiancee matter?
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QUOTE (JonasMichaels @ Jun 22 2008, 09:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, not sure if anyone knows about this but does it make ANY DIFFERENCE that my fiancee has never worked a job before? She has only stayed at home and helped her family ... no job at all. Any problems with that?

Thanks
Jonas


Generally, a beneficiary's employment history is of no great consequence but there certainly are circumstances and countries where showing no employment history could be a problem.

Please fill in the profile information and more details like age and helped family do what? Was this a family farm, family business, what?


Sorry about that. She is from Vietnam. She is 23 years old and yes, her family farms rice.
Thanks
Jonas


Then you'll definitely want to indicate she works on the family farm for the past 5 years. A 23 year old single Vietnamese female who is neither employed or a student would need to overcome some potentially uncomfortable assumptions.

HCMC is one of the toughest Consulates in the world from which to obtain a fiance(e) visa.



I agree.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-23 14:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFather's name on G-325A
We put down Andre's father's name and wrote unknown on what we didn't know and deceased. His father's name was not even on the birth certificate. Absolutely no issues.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-23 14:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProcedure
First check out the guides tab on the top of this page. Lots of good information in there.

Then, ask any questions you have after that.

You CAN do this successfully.

Good luck to you!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-20 21:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFor those of you who got a recent divorce to be with your new Fiancee
Yeah, I agree. I didn't mention it. It has no real relevance on anything. I was seperated and in the process before I even met my now-husband.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-26 15:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresquestion..................divorce??????????????
I have to agree....give ALL information. Attach an extra space and add that 3rd divorce.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-24 18:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFamily photos a help?
QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Jul 1 2008, 07:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just a curiosity question here. As part of my "evidence of relationship", I sent about a half-dozen pictures of my fiance' and myself with her family. I wrote place, date, and event on the back of each (with mom, dad, aunt, uncle, grandpa, cousins, etc.). There were also pictures of the two of us in different recognizable places. I see some of both kinds of pics posted on the various forums here, and wondered if the family photos were better evidence of a real relationship.



At the interview....I believe the more the better.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-03 08:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRefile vs, Marraige and different route
Cart before the horse.....why don't you wait to see what happens before you brainstorm alternative solutions?

I'm a firm believer in not worrying until I am given reason to.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-04 17:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions about K-1 Visa
Vermont, yes. Not Virginia.

Good luck to you.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-15 12:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Expiration Date and influence on K1
We are about to embark on the whole renew the foreign passport from the US. A friend of mine just did it and it took a really long time.

My suggestion to you is to renew now to save you some headaches later.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-15 12:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSpace Limitation for Address-I-129F
I just wrote it by hand.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-21 14:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDivorce
Yep, been there done that.........no problems.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-16 08:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan we marry while on tourist visa?
I never suggest doing what you are hinting at. If it's in your mind now, someone may decided you pre-decided to do it from the very beginning.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-22 07:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFor I-134/I-864: Banking fiasco / evidence question
My bank allowed us to just take one name off, while leaving the same account number and all that. Check with them to see if you even have to open a new account or if they can just fix this one for you.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-22 14:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFor I-134/I-864: Banking fiasco / evidence question
If you are old enough now, can you just go to the bank and have them turn it into an account with just your name on it? If you had just one statement like that and maybe a letter of explanation with it, I think you would be fine.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-22 12:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNext steps minus Hubby
It's all doable; but you are going to have to know where to get information from him. If I were you, I would work on that ASAP, while he is around. Then, when you are ready to mail, you can do that.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-23 10:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBaby Proof of Ongoing Relationship?
I agree with Carla. I also agree you should make a more concentrated effort to save some more proof in the future.

And, like the above posters said, you need to get his name on that birth certificate. A baby is only proof you had sex once. And, honestly, without the DNA and/or name on BC, it's not even that at this point.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-23 14:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresworried about rfe for divorce papers
I had to call the county courthouse, request information, send in some money, and they sent it to me. It was like $8 or something reasonable.

She HAS to have that divorce decree to prove she is free to marry you. Have her get that soon. It's really not a big deal to do.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-22 13:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust got back from the US
Hang tough guys. We've all been there at one time or another. And, we've all figured out a way to live through it.

Occupy your time. You were able to go through life before you met your SO. It's not good to be so all consumed with them now. Life is still going on around you. Join in and occupy that time.

It will soon be all over and you can move on in that new chapter of your life.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-22 14:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhats the chances of getting it expedited?
QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Jul 29 2008, 11:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm so sorry to hear about your fiance Lara! I hope she has a speedy recovery. rose.gif Now on to other things...

I'm sure you won't be successful in having your case expedited, but what the heck, why not try it? The only thing they can say is no...

The second thing which no one has mentioned here, but kind of struck me, is that say you did get expedited process and made it over there to take care of her. You can't work though! Even if you did get a job with her company...you need to marry, apply for AOS, EAD etc. and so you won't be able to work until you get your EAD.

Best wishes for whatever you decide to do! Let us know how Lara is feeling.



You might have to look into finding a sponsor too.

I think slim to none is pretty accurate. You will actually end up adding to the household financial burden at this point. I doubt that will be favorable in your arguments at this time. I'm sorry. I know that wasn't the answer you wanted to hear from me.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-29 11:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresknowing your fiance!!!
From what I have seen, how long you know each other before you file is not a huge issue with any of the agencies your petition will come in contact with. And, only some of the embassies of the world care about it.

But, in the end, I always urge people to make sure they really know their fiance. Only fools rush into this process without knowing their soon to be spouse. It is a difficult and long process.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-29 11:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAt what point should the fiance get a passport?
He should get it immediately. You never know how long they will take.

He will need it for the embassy.

Edited by Jomo's girl, 30 July 2008 - 10:23 AM.

*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-30 10:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy K1 Visa rejected - will return back to u.s.
Why would you lie about such a thing?

Did they catch you in that lie or is it something else they are denying?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-13 10:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFear of it not working out
It is better to have loved and lost then to have never loved at all.

Every relationship is a crapshoot.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-28 13:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFear of it not working out
Nothing is guarenteed. And, the adjustment period is very difficult on both of you. It can be done. Patience, love, communication, respect, compromise.........all of which you are practicing now.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-28 11:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Married before
QUOTE (ssgtam08 @ Jul 23 2008, 05:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
How would they even know if you put single on the 129?




Please don't ever suggest something like that again. That is visa fraud from the very beginning.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-24 06:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Married before
Well, since you aren't really able to apply without both of you being free to do so, it will most likely mean denial, divorce, and starting all over again.

There are ways to divorce when you can't find the other person. I am not qualified to tell you how to do that, though. I would suggest an attorney.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-09 13:35:00