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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat EXACTLY does USCIS check on????
QUOTE (SqdnGuns @ Mar 2 2008, 01:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes, they do a background check on the petitioner, sometimes that slows up petitions if you have a very common name and there are some criminals with the same name.


Craptacular!!! My last name is Smith sad.gif
Oh well!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 10:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSKYPE
QUOTE (Amanda+Stephen @ Mar 1 2008, 08:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I maximized the Skype window and then did a print screen, then scrolled to the next round, did a print screen again - each time after print screen, saving it as a .jpeg file. Then I put them all into Word and printed them out. I know, pain in the you know what, but there didn't seem to be an easy solution!!!


I did the same except I used a program called paint shop pro and I made .gif files from the screenshots...I showed lengths of calls and chats.
I keep doing it every month or so, just to get a sample.
I don't think there is a way to print off the chat logs of free computer to computer calls, just the calls you pay for.
Best of luck! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-01 20:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa expiration?
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Mar 2 2008, 10:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That is generally correct, but I suggest the OP have the fiance inspect her visa and find the "expiration date". It is by that date, she must enter the USA. I've seen rare instances where the visa was valid less than six months.


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~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 10:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa expiration?
QUOTE (wifetobe @ Mar 2 2008, 04:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm presuming your fianceé has the K1 visa? She has up to 90 days in which to enter the US upon receiving the visa and then a further 90 days to get married. Hope this answers your question.


Incorrect.
6 months to enter the U.S. once visa is issued, married within 90 days of entering the U.S.

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~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 10:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi need your advice
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Mar 2 2008, 12:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It's not a cardinal sin to hire a lawyer, you know.


Oh I know Rebecca....I just think it's a total waste of money to hire a lawyer when one is not needed.
If it's needed, go for it!
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I like cardinals, I think they are my favourite bird.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 13:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi need your advice
QUOTE (tenderheart197900 @ Mar 2 2008, 12:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
yeah we have met 2 times
first time was in august 2006 and the second time was in April 2007


Sweet! Then you are good to go!
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I'm sad you have to waste the money on a lawyer but you gotta do what you gotta do ya know?
She should still come visit us on VJ...she may change her mind wink.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 12:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi need your advice
QUOTE (tenderheart197900 @ Mar 2 2008, 04:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i know we need that kinda money i told her lets save the money and we can use it on our wedding, honey moon, you come here to meet me.....


You guys have met in person, correct?
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 10:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresi need your advice
Have you shown her this website at all?
Direct her this way.
Everything you need is right here.
If you feel like your case is really complicated because of complications like a serious criminal background or an overstay, then sure, go ahead with the lawyer but in my opinion, for a straight forward case you might as well just take your money and throw it away.
You have to get all the paperwork ready for the lawyer, you are doing all the work anyway, he's just a glorified proof reader (if he even does that)

Have her visit us here at VJ, show her the Guides, read everything together. It will be fun!!!

Best of luck to you! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-01 22:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Visa Question
Welcome to VJ!
You have come to the best immigration resource on the internet!
Start at the Guides.
Best of luck!!! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-02 21:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresListed Consulate
Congratulations!!!!!! smile.gif
I don't know how you would check...I'm sure someone will have that info for you!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-01 20:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTouched?
Hi Rich...
This is a FAQ smile.gif
Touched means that when you log onto the USCIS.gov website, there is a "Last Updated" date.
If that date changes, whatever date it's showing that means your petition was touched.
Meaning, someone moved it, looked at it, etc. etc.
Mostly, it means nothing.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-03 22:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfree online book for Fiance & Marriage Visas
Thanks for the link but I can't see paying for a book when everything you need to know about the immigration process is right here at VJ smile.gif and it's free! ohmy.gif biggrin.gif

I don't see where the book is free.... hmm, maybe I missed that part.

Edited by ~Laura and Nick~, 28 February 2008 - 11:39 AM.

~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-02-28 11:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan the immigration officer see it?
QUOTE (FirmRich @ Mar 3 2008, 08:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
How would this be...

A bank statement with funds inside of it.
A bill from the house with my name on it.
A student card for 07-08 (all be it an old one as i left, could it be shown?)
A possible letter from my employment that i am returning to work, with a date listed.
A letter from my mum stating that i am still living with her and im travelling to help out my girlfriend's father who is sick, and that she has spoke with the family on the phone etc...

Regards,

Richard


Sounds good Richard, bring as much as you can good.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-03 20:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCan the immigration officer see it?
QUOTE (diadromous mermaid @ Mar 3 2008, 08:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (FirmRich @ Mar 3 2008, 08:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (diadromous mermaid @ Mar 4 2008, 12:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
There always a chance you could be refused entry. Whether this will occur will depend upon how significant the ties you have in your homeland are at the time you enter. Granted, you have a K-1 in process, but the more personal business you have remaining in your home country that would need your personal attention to wrap up, the better


What do you mean the more personal business in England that would need my personal attention to wrap up? Please expand.

Regards,

Richard

Flat with current lease, mortgaged home, bank accounts with balances in them, job, automobile.......



Even bring a copy of the NOA1 with you (If you have it) showing you are doing this the legal way.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-03 20:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust sent the I-129F
YAY!
Congratulations!!!! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-04 19:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThe distance
QUOTE (marie007 @ Mar 3 2008, 08:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes, Laura you are wise. thank-you. I do know some people who have been too afraid and have lost the love of their life.There is never any guarantees ever.


Just wanted to make you smile.
You aren't alone.
Best of luck always rose.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-03-03 21:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDesparate Help/Advice Plz !!
QUOTE (Robby & Mini @ Jan 8 2008, 10:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for all your help , I got a new appointment with Mark Oswald /Government Center to make changes on my marriage certificate today at 3pm , thank god I'm gettin this done correctly now luv.gif


blink.gif Do what you like but it makes no difference.
You can file your AOS in your husbands name, it doesn't matter what is on your marriage certificate.
*sigh*
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-08 10:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDesparate Help/Advice Plz !!
QUOTE (Robby & Mini @ Jan 8 2008, 06:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The names of the parties after their marriage shall be :

Ramdatt Dasrat- .........................Signature of groom affirming name after marriage

And

Padmini Dasrat-............................Signature of bride affirming name after marriage crying.gif

In that part I suppose to sign PADMINI DASRAT but I sign PADMINI RAMNAUTH instead in the dotted line crying.gif



It doesn't matter that you put your maiden name on your marriage certificate. You are STILL MARRIED.
You can take your husbands name at any time. It's called "Assuming" his name. 98% of married people simply assume their spouse's name instead of legally changing it.
File in your married name, it's OKAY! Relax!!! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-08 06:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDesparate Help/Advice Plz !!
File AOS in your married name.
You are fine.
You are still married. You can assume your husbands name at any time. You have the certificate, that is the proof you are married.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-07 22:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDesparate Help/Advice Plz !!
Relax...you are fine.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-07 21:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat Made You Choose The K-1 Visa Instead Of the Spouse Visa?
Nick and I decided on the K1 because my divorce papers recently went through and we both wanted to take some more time before we got married. We want to get married late 2008. So we would have had to wait for that and then start a spousal visa. Far too long of a wait.
Also, we want to live together for the first year or so of our married life instead of me waiting in Canada for the spousal visa to be approved.
It was a personal choice and with the time line of the K1 visa, it works out perfectly.

Other than that, we would have gone for the CR-1.

Edited by ~Laura and Nick~, 07 January 2008 - 08:44 AM.

~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-07 08:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhats next after NOA2?
Check out the Guides here at VJ and scroll to the bottom section where it says :
"What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2)"

Then you can check out the K1 Flowchart which tells you step by step what to expect throughout the K1 process.

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~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 00:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStaples or Paper Clips??
QUOTE (Jeraly @ Jan 9 2008, 10:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Also you could try to sneak some candy in-between the pages.... or a blank check... or just cash... I am sure that might help things... whistling.gif


laughing.gif Classic!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 11:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresStaples or Paper Clips??
Paper clips good.gif
They also like it if you hole punch the papers with an ACCO punch.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-08 17:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQUESTION
QUOTE (ilovemaya @ Jan 9 2008, 05:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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QUOTE (Converse34 @ Jan 9 2008, 05:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That's why I did. My husband wouldn't know where to begin with all the paperwork. So I filled it all out, including the letter of intent and then I just told him where and what to sign. Our intent letters were almost indentical - we had no issues.


Is there anyway you can have your husband type out how you guys met and mail it to him and you just type in the spot his words?
Or you could just write it as if you were him.


....yeah, thinking about this, i may just let him write how we met n then use some of his words, the way he says it...god it will take forever to get one letter out of him though.... unsure.gif


not even by email or on MSN? It doesn't have to be a letter.
Just have him state how you met and then the first time you met in person. He could also talk briefly about other visits after that.
It doesn't have to be a huge long letter.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 18:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQUESTION
QUOTE (Converse34 @ Jan 9 2008, 05:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That's why I did. My husband wouldn't know where to begin with all the paperwork. So I filled it all out, including the letter of intent and then I just told him where and what to sign. Our intent letters were almost indentical - we had no issues.


Is there anyway you can have your husband type out how you guys met and mail it to him and you just type in the spot his words?
Or you could just write it as if you were him.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 17:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFinal Check
Best of luck to you!!!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-02 16:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy baby is coming home on the 18th!!! :D
Many congratulations and best of luck for the future!!!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-08 23:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdjudicated?????
QUOTE (MiSantito @ Jan 9 2008, 09:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah, but now they have the Infopass system in Mexico (Cuidad Juarez) where you get your interview appointment about 4-5 days after your fiance interview. After I find out our appointment date for the I-129f, then I call the number in Mexico and schedule the waiver appointment. If I have good enough hardship letter, he will be approved that day and pick up visa the next day.


Well that is just fantastic!
I'm sure it will go quickly for both of us!!!
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Best of luck good.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 21:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdjudicated?????
You need a waiver?
So, you'll be denied at the interview and then he will have to file the waiver.
This will be a long road.
I don't know how long it could take for the waiver to go through.
Best of luck to you!!!

Edited by ~Laura and Nick~, 09 January 2008 - 09:10 PM.

~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 21:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdjudicated?????
QUOTE (MiSantito @ Jan 9 2008, 08:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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QUOTE (MiSantito @ Jan 9 2008, 08:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just did our I-129f timeline (and yes I know its just a projection), but it says that the file should be adjudicated in June. What does that mean?...that it will be approved and sent to NVC or we will have our interview by then or what? helpsmilie.gif


That's when your petition could be approved. Then it's forwarded to NVC then to the Embassy where the interview is given.



Would anyone happen to know how long it would take after June to get our interview in Mexico???
We were hoping to go in July, but looks like that is not at all possible???? sad.gif

When should we plan on going for our interview??? He has to have a waiver for illegal presence so I need to gather all my documentation and don't want it to be too outdated.

Thanks!


We filed on December 5th.
I'm hoping to be down there in August.
The process takes anywhere from 6 to 9 months.
Click Here for other time lines of people from VJ whose service center is also Vermont and their fiance from Mexico.
You can get a look at how much time you are looking at.
You'd be very lucky to make it there by July.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 21:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAdjudicated?????
QUOTE (MiSantito @ Jan 9 2008, 08:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just did our I-129f timeline (and yes I know its just a projection), but it says that the file should be adjudicated in June. What does that mean?...that it will be approved and sent to NVC or we will have our interview by then or what? helpsmilie.gif


That's when your petition could be approved. Then it's forwarded to NVC then to the Embassy where the interview is given.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 20:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresis the skype calls history a good evidence?
QUOTE (lancer1655 @ Jan 9 2008, 06:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It is secondary evidence.


agreed.
It's not needed until the interview.
I would do as Lance did and bring it along just in case smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 18:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat if: Married during I-129F process?
QUOTE (harakiro @ Jan 9 2008, 05:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you all for your quick replies that gave me the info I needed and assumed =).

Good luck to you all and with any luck will be counting days with you soon.

JLE


Best of luck to you also!! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 17:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat if: Married during I-129F process?
Start all over with a K3 or CR-1 spousal visa.
She would no longer be your fiance but your wife and that voids the K1 fiance visa.
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 16:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespeople, what do you do?
QUOTE (Missing.him @ Jan 9 2008, 06:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
me?? aww i am sorry!!!
It made me a little weepy too!


Don't be sorry it's okay.
I'm smiling now smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 18:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespeople, what do you do?
QUOTE (Missing.him @ Jan 9 2008, 06:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You spend as much time "together" as possible. We use skype, email, and the webcam is a lifesaver!!! We plan our wedding even though we have no idea when it will be. When its really rough we cry, scream and curse (well at least i do!) You just have to realize that its not forever and at least we have each other , at least we know we will see each other again. I went through the physical pain last time David left. I went weeks without sleeping, could not eat, felt like I could die. But for me I had to get my a*# in gear as I have a small child. Yet I made it through that and we will see each other Friday for a few weeks or months depending on the POE. Yet we all have to go through this if we want to be together. Just think of it as a test of the strength of yourself and your relationship, you will make it through because the only other choice is to give up and I know for myself I am not giving up the only man that has made me believe in love..
So be strong! think of all the good times you have had and all the many more you will have in your lifetime together!!!!!!! heart.gif


You brought tears to my eyes!!!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 18:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespeople, what do you do?
QUOTE (Steve @ Jan 9 2008, 06:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thinking about the day when all this is over and we can finally be together. Thinking about our future, how I will decorate the house, about all the good times ahead of us.

Don't think there's a recipe to make things easier permamently. There are always those days when you feel extremely low. I'm trying to look at it this way. We are over 1 month into the process, so we are 1 month closer to being together. Every day that passes is one day less wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It'll all be good eventually!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Excellent post hon!!!

Exactly, look towards the future, talk about it often. Make dreams and goals. One day it will be reality!!!
I wonder if our two files are sitting in the same box together...I think so!!! wink.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 18:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespeople, what do you do?
MSN/Skype voice and video chat, play WoW together, we rent movies and watch them at the same time together while voice chatting. We eat dinner together on webcam, leave our webcam's on all night. It's pretty fun.
I work a lot and save as much money as I can and he does the same.

We are both working towards the same goal. I love him so much!
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-09 18:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRing and Wedding Date????
Anyone can buy a ring. It doesn't prove that there is a bona fide relationship. It's not mandatory or expected. I wouldn't worry about it at all.

As to your wedding date question, it's tricky!
Most people don't really plan anything huge, they usually want to adjust status ASAP after entering the states so they have something small and intimate (That's what Nick and I are doing)
Some just go to the court house (Sometimes the same day as entry!!)
You could have a date in mind but I wouldn't book anything till you have your interview date.
Even then, you have 6 months to enter the states after getting the visa so you could plan something a little bigger at that point if wanted.

Congrats on receiving your NOA1 and best of luck!! smile.gif
~Laura and Nick~FemaleCanada2008-01-10 18:26:00