ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIV Bill
I believe that the NVC doesn't send out mail every day. There are only certain days when they mail forms. Therefore, it is absolutely normal that you haven't received it yet. Stay patient, it'll get there
germangelFemaleGermany2007-07-02 21:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat does this mean?
when you get a message you don't understand, always talk to an operator!
I got the info missing message several times as well and it turns out nothing was missing at all. Sometimes it was just that not all of my paperwork was received yet (because they hadn't generated it yet), and other times it was just because it wasn't all in the system yet.
germangelFemaleGermany2007-07-04 10:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDomicile change
call NVC and tell them, also, send them a letter stating the old address, new address and all information. Did you guys get married in the US, or the other country? As far as I know, the interview will be in the country of marriage...not sure though, maybe I'm confusing something.
germangelFemaleGermany2007-07-27 00:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEmail notification but case not touched
often, the online case status is a little slow in updating...trust the email, there was something happening!!
germangelFemaleGermany2007-07-27 00:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCase complete...9 days of Admin Processing
that's great. I'm glad it only took 10 days for ya
germangelFemaleGermany2006-05-11 09:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNVC to Dublin-how long should it take?
Well, I think you are right to asssume taht regular mail only takes a week. But this is quite a big package and it has a few specials on it like registered mail and all that so that casn take a bit longer.
Also, It might well have arrived at Dublin and just not gotten to the right place and put in the system.
Just a little more patience, it'll be there soon
germangelFemaleGermany2006-03-21 10:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresGerman identification number!
that's right. All numbers on your Perso, your passport, your driver's license change when you get a new one. they do not identify you, they identify the document.
For germans, the right answer will be n/a. The 0190 number is total bullcrap. they have no idea, I tried to ask them several questions and the answer to each one was "I don't know. We do not have the answer to this question". And they questions were easy ones like "how long is the medical valid?" or "what which affidavit of support do I need for K3?" (that was long before I needed those answers of course)
germangelFemaleGermany2006-04-05 12:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresthe one with the i-129f question
is your mailing address going to remain the same for a while? Cuz they will send all the info to the address you give. So if you are in college but home for the summer, you should give your home address to make sure you get it no matter where you are.
Does a relative live at the home address? If yes and you aren't there, they can forward it in case.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-04-21 12:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime for 1?
they might be faster but I've never heard of an approval within 3 weeks.
A little patience will be needed after all
germangelFemaleGermany2006-04-29 15:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to mail important papers overseas?
agreed, USPS is not good for international. You can't track the progress and it'll drive you nuts. My hubbie sent it express to get it to me faster and it took longer than regular mail from the US to Germany.

DHL, UPS, FedEx...pay the extra money, it is well worth it. Tracking is essential when sending important documents.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-05-18 08:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOMG WE BOTH NEED CPR
at first I thought you had a problem cuz I read the title as "OMG-we both need CPR(=conditional permanent residency)" but now I got it.

CONGRATS!!!
germangelFemaleGermany2006-08-06 12:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBirth Certificates
Keep originals. If you feel a little unsure whether copies alone will do, just send certified copies.
But since you got the international version, that is not an original (as in your original b/c issued when you were born) so you can send it in, or just make copies.
germangelFemaleGermany2007-07-03 10:01:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresQuestions about "other names used" for I-130
Hi,
I haven't been adopted myself but my half-sister was adopted by my dad. When she got married, my dad's last name was listed as "maiden name". so in documents, it says that her birth name was this new one.

You could clarify the name of your biological father but I don't think you need to.

You might wanna put your married name there though, if you are going to change it and if you use it on emails and resumes. Can't hurt you at all.

Sorry, I couldn't be of better help
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-08 04:11:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdo I need proof of relationship
I took a lot as well, they wanted to see pictures.
It's always better to have something with you
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-08 04:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresconfused
I got 2 emails at the same time as well.
And you can get excited. If you look at my signature, you'll see that I filed around the same time and was approved Jan 25.
'You got it!!!! Congrats!!!
The processing times are only an estimate. They are usually a bit further ahead than what they state in the processing times
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-11 10:21:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhat does "touched" mean?
touched means that the CIS looked at your petition.
If you check your online status, for example, it states "last updated", if it changes, you were touched. Your case status most likely doesn't change when it's touched. It basically means, they had it in their hands. What they did with it is their little secret
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-14 00:03:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAlien Registration Number confusion
I assume that if he has an A# from the K1 you might as well put in on the application. If you don't though it's no biggie either as he'll just get a new one.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-14 00:04:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS says my receipt number can not be found - ???
To answer namma's question: You are "touched" when you check your status online (or phone) and the date on the "last updated" section has changed. It may not change the status itself but it was looked at.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-16 09:58:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAttorney? or just by ourselves??
an attorney cannot speed up the process for you.
If your case is simple and you don't have a special situation of any kind (e.g. criminal record, prior immigration marriages etc.)
you can easily do it by yourself and save yourself the money.
This site can provide you with all the info you need to file the petitions, fill out the forms, and if you need to confirm, you can always post a thread.

Good luck with the process

Angel
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-20 18:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureschecking status of case
you will have to call the NVC to find out. Unfortunately there is no such thing as an online check.
But there's the 24/7 automated line you can call to check on your status.
The number is (603) 334-0700, just follow the voice instructions.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-21 08:59:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNew here! Hi everyone!
Hi James,
welcome aboard!!
Don't worry bout your NOA. It'll come soon. You will find that patience is what you need a lot of when dealing with immigration...

Good luck on your journey and once again welcome aboard (dude, I sound like a flight attendant)
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-20 10:34:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresProcessing time(NBC)
about every 2-3 weeks the processing times are published.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-21 19:04:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS sooo funny
Hi all,
Some of you might remember that in my case I wasn't informed about my approval by USCIS. My case was approved on October 20 2005.
On Nov 3, my Hubbie called the USCIS and filed for a request on our case.
Today, he received an email telling him that the petition was approved and sent to NVC on Oct 20. (we figured from pkt 3 from the embassy...) :no:

Thanks, pals, I'm in the US on my K3 already. But hey, it's great of you to answer my inquiry only 3 months later. I appreciate it!!
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-13 08:45:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPOE and i-94 completed when just passing thru US?
Grant,
she will activate her visa when entering the US and going through immigration.
It only took me about 15 minutes longer than usual as I was the only one in the "secondary green folder"-office in Atlanta.
Maybe if she can have about 2 1/2 hour lay-over in Miami that would be enough.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-22 12:01:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I put I-134 on 1 page (front and back)??
I don't think it matters at all. We put it on 2 sites and it was fine.
If you prefer it on one, go ahead.
Personal choice, no preference from their side

I don't think it matters at all. We put it on 2 sites and it was fine.
If you prefer it on one, go ahead.
Personal choice, no preference from their side
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-23 12:15:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresArrrgh another I-134 question!!
it used to say above the question that it was only to be filled out if beneficiary was to be in the US temporarily. That's where the n/a comes from.
On the newer forms, it doesn't say that any more I don't think.

Just put down that you don't make any specific contributions.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-23 10:08:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresStupid Question about I-129F
right, you should have an original signature on them, so don't photocopy the signed forms and send them in.
other than that, if the info is still correct, you can use the same ones if you have an extra set filled out and not signed.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-23 12:17:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDanger of temporarily coming to US on K-3
I think this matter was settled. Grant wanted to know if his wife had to activate the visa for this passing-through or if she could go through the transit line.
There is no more transit line so the visa will be activated upon entry to the US.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-25 11:18:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDanger of temporarily coming to US on K-3
Grant, they don't wanna know how long she's staying. If she's only staying for 1 day then she may. She will just "activate" her K3 basically. She should plan in a few more minutes for that but it's not a biggie.
she can leave the US right away and come back whenever she's ready to.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-18 03:57:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPacket Three
It'll probably contain instrustions for the medical (either in 3 or 4), forms DS 156, DS 157 and DS 230 Part I. Also an affidavit of support form and an OF 167. Also a checklist for everything you need to collect for the interview.
In packet 4 you receive an interview date and instructions on everything for that.
That's how it was for Germany, no clue for differences in other countries.

You don't really have to worry, it's all in there and just start collecting the stuff you need and you'll be fine.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-25 23:07:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-3 cosponsor to fill out I-134 or I-864
if the embassy wants the I134 for the sponsor, they want the same one for the cosponsor. So you don't need the 864 at all at this time.
For AOS you'll need it but not for a while.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-25 23:03:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-3 cosponsor to fill out I-134 or I-864
Hi there,
every sponsor and cosponsor must fill out an separate I 134.
You will not need your 2005 tax return, you might not even need your taxes at all depending on the country. I don't know what Peru wants to see but I didn't have to show any tax returns for Germany.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-25 18:29:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoubts: k3/CR-1/IR-1
your husband will file for the cr1 and when you get your first notice of action, you can file the K3.
good luck
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-25 18:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMY FIRST POST/THE JOURNEY BEGINS~2/7/06
Welcome to the past, time traveller! Just kidding, you mistyped the dates and meant 2005 I suppose.

Well, I sure wish you a speedy approval and welcome aboard.


[attachment=252:attachment]HELLO TO ALL, AND THANKS FOR BEING HERE...I'M A USC IN FLORIDA, MY HUSBAND IS IN TEGUCIGALPA, HONDURAS, WHERE WE MET IN MAY 2006 AND MARRIED IN OCTOBER 2006, WHILE I WAS A TOURIST THERE. I JUST RETURNED TO FLORIDA IN FEBRUARY 2006 TO FILE THE I130 AND TRY TO FINANCIALLY SUSTAIN US THRU THIS PROCCESS. I INTEND TO FILE I129F AS SOON AS I RECIEVE THE NOA FROM TSC.

I LOOK FORWARD TO ALL EMAILS AND DISCUSSIONS WITH YOU ALL, TECHNICAL AND EMOTIONAL ALL WELCOME!

I KNOW ONLY WHAT I'VE READ HERE AND THERE ON VARIOUS FORUMS OVER THE LAST 9 MONTHS AS WE PREPARED TO START THIS PROCESS. I AM VERY CONFUSED, LONELY AND DISHEARTENED BY THE LENGHTY TIMES I SEE PEOPLE WAITING FOR UNIFICATION WITH THEIR LOVED ONES. I WISH EVERYONE A SPEEDY AND HAPPY RE-UNION.

SINCERELY,

MUY SOLO

I 130 SENT TO TSC: 2/3/06
TSC RECIEVED IT: 2/7/06 5:30A.M.


germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-18 17:02:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Advice
the I-130 is the petition you file for a CR1 visa.
A k3 isoptional and in many cases a lot faster.
It won't be 1 1/2 years then but maybe 6 months or so.

Please read the guides, they will help you understand the process.

Good luck to you
germangelFemaleGermany2006-03-01 13:30:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat to wear for interview
jeans and a polo it was for me.
our interview was held at a window so it wasn't like he saw it anyways.
Wear something your comfy in and that'll do
germangelFemaleGermany2006-02-26 12:56:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVisiting while immigration visa is pending
seems you have been lucky with your officers at POE. Somtimes they ask you to show proof of your intend to return to your country as you might just wanna stay in the US.
They do not check on your visa status, they were just nice ones I guess.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-03-02 14:40:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffadavit of support
normally you don't need them. Only when you are self-employed you need the tax returns for the last year.

But some embassies want to see it nonetheless. So it doesn't hurt to take them along. You won't need the I134 until the interview so you don't have to send anything anywhere.
germangelFemaleGermany2006-03-02 14:37:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCan i stay in the usa until my visa expires?
caisie, sorry for all what has happened. I wish I could tell you exactly how things work but all I can advise you to do is see an immigration attorney and see if there's a way you can stay a bit.

Would you prefer going back to UK to staying here in the states?
What are your plans now??

I'm sure a lawyer can help you.
Good luck with everything
germangelFemaleGermany2006-03-01 13:26:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-156 NON IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION
No, we sent in 2 pages and it was fine.
If you are afraid it might still be true it shouldn't be a biggie to print it back to back.
But there are quite some ppl who sent it in in 2 pages and it was fine
germangelFemaleGermany2006-03-02 10:34:00