ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHPV Vaccination
You're welcome.
Cecile and BryanFemaleFrance2008-06-19 04:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHPV Vaccination
If you are 27 or older, you don't need it.
Cecile and BryanFemaleFrance2008-06-19 04:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHPV Vaccination
There is a HPV thread in the UK forum (http://www.visajourn...howtopic=116959), I found a lot of interesting information there.
Apparently it is required for AOS, but only the first shot is required. You don't need to do the three shots before you leave your country.
Cecile and BryanFemaleFrance2008-06-19 03:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverwhelmed with the task, considering hiring a lawyer?
Hello
We didn't hire a lawyer so I can't really answer your question.

I would just like to tell you that the guides on Visa Journey explain everything very well, and everytime we had a question, we coud get the answer on this forum. It WAS stressful and overwhelming the first times we read everything we would have to do, but the secret is to take it one step at a time.
So far it has worked for us, I am sure it can work for you if you decide to do it alone (unless, as wifetobe told you, your case is complicate).

Here is a way to do it.
Read and copy on Word or Excel the content of the guide here and everytime you do one step (for example, you filled out the form G-325A for the US citizen), write "OK" next to it on your list.
Once everything is done, check everything you wrote and everything you gathered. Ask you fiance to check it too.
There are examples of the forms here on VJ (yes there are many on that page but don't worry you don't need all of them at the beginning), so that can help you when you don't know how to answer one question.
Cecile and BryanFemaleFrance2008-06-22 04:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresshould i send NEW evidence .? (travel plans)
As most folks on VJ will tell you, the evidence you sentd with your I-129F is to prove that you have met each other in the last two years, prior to filing your petition. I don't think you should send anything in unless it is asked for. Chances are they won't go to the trouble of connecting evidence that they never asked for with your original petition. Save your evidence for your interview.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-03 01:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi want to learn more about visajourney
QUOTE (Nagishkaw @ Jun 11 2008, 10:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello and Welcome. It's always good to begin with reading the guides.


And filling in your timeline.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-10 22:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUrgent Help!! I need to submit more evidence
Whoops. Messed up. I apologize.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-05 11:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUrgent Help!! I need to submit more evidence
Absolutely send copies of passport stamps, e-tickets, boarding passes. Those are nearly impossible to fake and are good primary evidence. Any documentation that can prove you were both in the same place at the same time helps--credit card information, receipts, etc. What they are looking for is evidence that you met within the LAST TWO YEARS and so anything that's officially dated is awesome. (That's why pictures aren't really helpful. You can cheat with them.) I sent passport stamps of my visits to America, my visas for each visit (J1 thrice, B1/B2 once), Chris's boarding passes and arrival/departure card when he visited Bangkok. I also sent copies of bills we received at our apartment, highlighting the identical address (with each of our names). Those are dated and also strong evidence.

Don't forget to send the copy of your original petition with the additional evidence.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-05 05:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresLetter of how you met your Fiancee for I-129F
I also just filled in the little box. I considered attaching a separate sheet, like the guides mentioned, but realized I could get all the information in the box. I just focused on answering the question and didn't elaborate like crazy on every single aspect.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-17 03:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresapplying for K1- F1 and Visitors Visa before- is that going to be a problem?
I met my Other Half when in the States on a J-1 and I returned to American twice after that on J-1 visas as well. I visited once on a B1/B2. It states clearly on my J-1 visas that I am not subject to the two-year foreign residency requirement. Check your original F-1 visa and see if you are exempt.

And as long as you were in America with the right visas for the right reasons and can prove it, I don't think you'll have a problem with the K-1 petition.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-18 05:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi am applying for a tourist visa
Hi, Jane. I'm not entirely sure why you're posting in the K-1 forum if you're applying for a tourist visa. The application is quite straightforward and approval/rejection depends on how strong your ties to the Philippines are (and proof of such) as well as a legit reason to be visiting the United States (NOT MARRIAGE). I'm not sure about the Philippines, but single women in Thailand traveling to the US often struggle with approval of the tourist visa. It all depends on evidence offered, the interview, and how the embassy is feeling that day.

Edited by stardusted, 23 June 2008 - 03:58 AM.

stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-23 03:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I fill in the I-29F and compile the evidence
I filled out the paperwork because I am obsessive about details and understood the process much better than my American did. Basically I printed out the paperwork during his Bangkok visit in April and had him fill out the biographic information and the I-129F and I photocopied his passport and boarding passes, and then I just re-typed it all up and sent the entire package to him to sign, add his passport pictures and a bit more evidence. It comforted me to do most of it because I would have been paranoid if I'd left it all up to him and could not see the app before he sent it off.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-25 22:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about filling in the I-129F
Different people choose to offer different amounts of information. I did not use a separate page and was able to fill all information, including dates, into the box. Ours mentioned the date and circumstances regarding when we met, and all the times we saw each other after that. Very simple and direct.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-23 03:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhats need to start the K-1
The guides on VJ are very, very clear and helpful in this process and you should take the time to study them. They answered all my questions regarding the petition.

FYI, both of you need to fill out the G-325A and you do not need to submit her birth certificate or baptisimal papers, only copy of your birth certificate or passport. And yes, you need the letter of intent signed by her and her passport pictures to attach to her G-325A.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-07-14 22:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI still have my I-94
I didn't get any confirmation of the receipt of my I-94 when I sent it back. I figured that since I was able to go back to America after that a couple of times with no problems, they probably got it.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-07-24 22:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow is the best way to send a completed K-1?
Used USPS as well. No problems. And could track it.
stardustedFemaleThailand2008-06-06 20:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA question on I-639A
The excellent FAQ http://www.visajourn...k2visa-aos.html mentions that when filing for AOS

QUOTE (FAQ for AOS)
You should simply send in a copy of the I693A (sheet that lists your vaccinations) that your doctor should have provided overseas when you had your medical.


Thing is, the sheet that lists the vaccinations is NOT called I-693A but DS-3025. I thought that once in the US I need to see a USCIS-appointed civil surgeon who will "transfer" the DS-3025 vaccinations (including the extra ones that I have done overseas and have records of, as after Feb 2008 there are additional vaccinations required for K-1 applicants) into an I-639A he will fill in and "seal" the envelope, hand it to me and I will add it with the I-485 evidence.

So what's the story here then? ohmy.gif Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Pi
RealPiMaleGreece2008-04-07 09:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresnoobie here (hello!) ... k1 process sent already
Not sure of the address; but everything else looks good.

It's a long, frustrating process; but it gives you time to prepare for the next step. There is all kinds of info. and support on here, including a forum where you can talk to others from the Ukraine. It's a great site.

Welcome and good luck!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-19 20:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAny chance at all
QUOTE (waynegeraldine @ Nov 28 2007, 02:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (~Laura and Nick~ @ Nov 28 2007, 01:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (chris4gretchen @ Nov 28 2007, 01:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
costly mistake and time consuming now. before it cost you $170 and your NOA2 in 56 days, total to interview was 140 days.


Now it will be $455 and your NOA2 will come in 140 days. your interview over 200 days. hope you can get it re-issued. if not you are back to square one. wow, what a blunder. thats like the couples that get their interview scheduled for K1 and then go and get married.


That blows sad.gif



Knowing the embassy in Kingston, I do not think they are going to reissue the visa.


I have to agree with you on this. And, I'm sorry.

QUOTE (waynegeraldine @ Nov 29 2007, 01:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
She was told at the embassy that if she was married already they would have helped her to go back, but tyet are not a position to help her now.

Maybe someone can be helped by this in the future, show this post to anyone who "think" they want to go back home and was foolish enough to do so without considering the consequences, basically wrecking everything that took so much pain and money to accomplish.

She is now paying the price and so am I, I'm done period.

Thanks for all you kind words and help.



Do you have Jay's private e-mail, Wayne? If so, direct him to this thread please.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-29 14:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAny chance at all
QUOTE (fwaguy @ Nov 28 2007, 12:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Dan + Gemvita @ Nov 28 2007, 11:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You can only get it reactivated at the embassy or consulate, if you haven't married yet and you still have time left on the 6 months visa validity.


Once the entry on a K-1 has occured the 6 month clock is forever gone and the 90 day clock has begun. A second entry (if revalidated) is governed by the original 90 day clock that began on the first entry.



Which makes this impossible, Wayne. You know how the Jamaican embassy is. You would have to make her go today and hope and pray she would talk her way inside and get anyone convinced from there. She would have to come back here tomorrow, right, in order to make it in that 90 day window?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-29 14:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi-129F QUESTION 18 EXAMPLES?
I just used the space on the form....date and where we met, and that I had visited him an additional (I forget how many now) times since.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-29 12:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs k-1 good as a work permit for 90 days?
QUOTE (Jesse G @ Nov 30 2007, 11:32 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Karin und Otto @ Nov 29 2007, 04:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Best bet - get married, get social security card - file AOS/EAD as quickly as possible and use the interim (70-90 days or so) to become familiar with new surroundings and getting settled. good.gif


Exactly... And on a more personal note, in most cases the U.S. Citizen is completely able to support the new family member for a few months, and a second job in the household is probably not an urgent issue. The immigrant has (usually) just left behind their culture, job, family, and environment to move to a new country. I'd suggest that the immigrant not rush into employment, but instead allow a generous amount of time just for acclimation (and don't forget romance!!).



Wow....I wish that were the case for us.

I do have to agree with getting acclimated while you are waiting since you have little control over it.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 12:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance travelling between USA and her home country
QUOTE (studentInLove @ Nov 30 2007, 12:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Isn't the k1 visa for 90 days. And can she travel with that visa back and forth during those 90 days?

The problem is that she has a government contract and she is a team leader, and we are trying to avoid the termination of the contract.



Once the K-1 is issued, she has 6 months to use it for the one time entry into the US. After it is stamped at the POE, she has 90 days in which to marry you.

No, she cannot travel back and forth on it. That is what the AP is for, and that can take up to or more then the 90 days time frame.

You must marry to file for AOS. Once her green card or AP is in hand, she can then travel at her pleasure.

It sounds like she is going to have to wait it out to the end of her contract in her own country or break the contract. If she waits it out, she must make sure it ends within that 6 months after issue of the visa time frame.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 13:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I?
QUOTE (SonoranSongbird @ Nov 30 2007, 02:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (julezabelle @ Nov 30 2007, 12:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
In fact, if Brantford was a wee bit closer to Buffalo I'd give you my two hole punch and the 47 extra acco fasteners I have! But with the price of gas these days, I cannot justify the extravagance!


Hahaha! I have 99 extra metal clippy fastener thingies (no hole punch, though; I used the one my secretary has in our office).

I used the Acco thing because I thought that would eliminate any possiblity of a page falling out and getting lost. I also tried to make it as easy as possible for them to find where each thing was in the package. I put in dividers and used highligher on the names, dates, and cities on our boarding passes and itineraries--and I used a different color for each trip too. I probably have OCD. When he sends additional relationship evidence to Vancouver he will likely be a frick of a lot less ####### and I'm sure it will be fine.

I am so happy you finally get to file! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

QUOTE
I wonder how many cuss words in how many different languages immigration has actually heard? That would make an incredibly funny book.


I speak only two languages, but I can swear in 9. Granted, I count it if I can only say one curse, but still. I can probably only really cuss proficiently in 3 languages.

I used to be able to cuss in 10 languages, but I forgot how to say the Serbian phrase for "go back into your mother's c***."



This just came from that little bitty body of yours? I met you and I didn't expect that out of you. Thanks for the laughs today.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 15:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I?
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Nov 30 2007, 01:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Jomo @ Nov 30 2007, 01:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Nov 30 2007, 12:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
LOLOLOL.......

You mean an ACCO fastener?

*wondering what they would think of their new name*


Yet, oddly appropriate for this board, don't you think? I'm sure I've used more cuss words through this process then anyone has a right too!


Awwww, go on!

It's immigration.

Cussing is mandatory.



I wonder how many cuss words in how many different languages immigration has actually heard? That would make an incredibly funny book.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 14:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I?
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Nov 30 2007, 12:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
LOLOLOL.......

You mean an ACCO fastener?

*wondering what they would think of their new name*


Yet, oddly appropriate for this board, don't you think? I'm sure I've used more cuss words through this process then anyone has a right too!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 13:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I?
QUOTE (~Laura and Nick~ @ Nov 30 2007, 11:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey people smile.gif

I'm overnighting all my paperwork to Nick today! WOO
My question is...should I ASSO hole punch the tops of the pages?
We were just going to attach everything (in order) with paperclips and send it on in but I thought it would be nice to pre-punch the top of the papers for the officer dude.

What do you think? smile.gif



That's what we did. Divided it into marked sections too. I figured the easier it was for them to figure out my train of thought, the better.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 13:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMore than one K-1 Fiance visa
And the last was 13 years ago..........I think you'll be just fine.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-11-30 14:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSafe For American Fiance to Travel Longterm to Fiance's Country??
QUOTE (Luckyswife2b @ Dec 3 2007, 10:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Luckyswife2b @ Nov 25 2007, 08:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Bforbarree @ Nov 25 2007, 11:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am in the UK with my fiance, we petitioned in July (whilst I was home) and I returned to the UK in early October, I plan on staying until he gets his visa...so I will have said GAP in my employment record. One (perhaps obvious) pro is that it takes a lot of the misery out of the wait! One serious con; in the UK, with the exchange rate being so bad (from an American point of view) and not being able to work we are taking a financial hit.

This is the conclusion we have come to based on our situation.
Every persons financial situation is different. In this process employment history is not the only factor, there are University students and retired people petitioning and getting approvals. While I am sure that being employed at this stage (as the USC) could only be helpful when it comes to the affidavit of support part of the process, I expect that, as long as I have a qualified co-sponsor things should be fine. I think the main concern for the US government is the point that the beneficiary not become a burden on the system, any co-sponsor is entering into the same legal obligation as am I to ensure that this does not happen.....so if I do not meet the requirements and my co-sponsor does then I do not see it being a problem. I do plan to return to work as soon as we return to the US and I expect this will help when it comes to the AOS part of the process, but I think the Embassy will be fine with granting the K-1 based on mine and my co-sponsors I-134.

That being said I have heard of petitioners that are on public assistance being denied, even though they have a qualified co-sponsor. But I do not feel that this has any bearing to our particular situation.


Thanks so much for your well articulated reply....

I have a couple issues in mind though regarding my own situation.... of course, you bring a good point: everyone's situation is different! smile.gif
But my situation is this....

1) I am on MEDICAID ... state govt health insurance... I began receiving it while I was pregnant with my SON and to this day (7 yrs later), both myself and my son rely on govt assistance medical insurance 100%...

I am hoping that

a) it's ok that I have a son and he is not legally my fiance's biological son??????????

and

B) I am on medicaid.. state govt insurance because I have been a fulltime college student and not been working .... (I plan to change that as I'm looking for a FULLTIME JOB ASAP however... only due to the visa issues)


Thanks again.... I am hoping at least that I can go back to ghana with my son to stay with my dear fiance at least a few wks prior to his interview date... and hope to stay through his visa so we can fly over the ATLANTIC TOGETHER!!!!!! biggrin.gif

Any further advice is still soooooooooooo much appreciated... wink.gif

Thanks guys!!!! good.gif



Still quite stressed about this........... unsure.gif

I have heard on here that it helps extraordinarilly to have the USC fiance there during the interview (not to mention I am sure it doesn't hurt the SO for emotional support!) wink.gif

But I am worrying that at the interview they may ask him "How many times has your fiance visited you here in ghana?" and I have only come one time..... :/

Then again, I have to work in order to prove I can financially support him (even though I have a co-sponsor who is very financially well off... my father!???)..... so how can I work FT and visit him for interview??? Unless I can get a 2 week paid vacation from the job I DONT YET HAVE!!!!! blush.gif

AUGH.... SO FRUSTRATING!!! Anyone have any MORE advice for this discussion?

I am really stressing out!!!

Thanks!!!

<3 Stephanie and Lucky
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-03 11:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan I get away with planning a real wedding now?
Don't do it. I have seen so many crazy reasons why people have been postponed or even denied.

I've even seen one girl go through with a wedding she was really doubting because she had paid for it and felt stuck.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-03 14:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat we need to get married in the US
We just needed ID as well. He used his passport. 3 day wait to pick up our license as well. This is Missouri.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-03 14:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInclude evidence of ongoing relationship in I-129F?
QUOTE (Jesse G @ Dec 4 2007, 08:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I wouldn't say that including evidence of a relationship with the I-129f is a bad thing, though...



No, I agree. We went over and above on pretty much everything.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-04 09:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisting Fiance in HER country
Well, you aren't saying what country..........But, yah, for the most part, all you need is your passport (maybe a travel visa, depending on the country).

I visited Andre every month while we were waiting.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-04 09:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHas anyone ever "failed" a medical ??
QUOTE (Mirla @ Dec 5 2007, 03:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Isn't the only way to fail the medical a disease that could put in health risks to others???



And a failed drug test during the medical.

Oh, and I have heard people with a history of some mental disorder like a suicide attempt or cutting, even if it was LONG ago, being turned down on occassion.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-05 16:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHas anyone ever "failed" a medical ??
Good question on the hepatitis....don't know the answer.

As far as the Diabetes....I don't know the exact answer to that one. But, Andre was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia when he was 11. He has had medical treatment and/or hospitalization for about 10 episodes while in Jamaica. He was honest about it. He was not denied.

Since arrival in the U.S. in June of last year, he had one episode. It also did not effect AOS.

That's my 2 cents on this topic.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-05 15:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBiometrics and fingerprinting in the USA
OMG....I'm laughing. Good advice.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-06 13:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTourist Visa while waiting
I thought I've heard those who get tourist visas while awaiting the K's are turned around at the border pretty regularly. It could be just Canadians I am reading. Not sure.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-06 11:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage outside the U.S. on a K-1 visa
Jamaica is absolutely beautiful. Maybe for a post-poned honeymoon.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-10-31 11:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhen to inform Employer
Andre told his employer as soon as he had an interview scheduled that he was going through the visa process. He said he would tentatively leave the next week (if approved at said interview) for the U.S. She was cool with that and even gave him an excellent letter of recommendation that he used to land his first job here.

They do not contact employers for any reason.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-10 14:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures6-9 months away from my fiance? is this right?
You can visit. I went to see Andre every month during the process.

You will want to keep a residence and a job in the US for the I-864 and AOS purposes.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-12-11 10:56:00