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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed reassurance that I'm filing the I-129F correctly
QUOTE (Elghazi2008 @ Jul 14 2008, 04:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you for telling me that. I looked on the USCIS website for the G-325A and the instructions for it said that I just need to include all the copies with my petition. There were 'four pages' but they were all the same though. If that isn't correct, where can I find the right papers?

Regarding the letter of intent, I had heard that his letter of intent wasn't needed for the I-129F, but at his interview instead...


You have the right form. You have to submit all four pages, even though they are the same. And they all have to be signed. Letter of intent from both of you is needef for the petition and than for the interview (except this one should be dated closer to the interview date).
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-07-14 15:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed reassurance that I'm filing the I-129F correctly
YuAndDan provided some great input good.gif I'll just add, that at this stage, do not worry about chats/emails. All they need is hard evidence that proves meeting in person in the last two years. For this, pictures are considered secondary. What they need to see is passport stamps and boarding passes. Throw some pics and missing docs menionted and you are good to go. Best of luck!!!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-07-14 15:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhats need to start the K-1
Be sure to include the evidence of meeting in the past 2 yrs. Boarding pases and visa stamps are primary evidence, while pictures of you two can be included as secondary. And yeah, check out the guides. Best of luck!!!!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-07-15 01:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJ-1 Home res. requirements. Funded by the Gov?
QUOTE (auroralime @ Jul 19 2008, 11:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
to start with, we havn't filed the forms yet. (this would be the researching stage) smile.gif

Last summer, I went and lived in Seattle, Wa. with my boyfriend. I was able to stay and work there for 4 months on a J-1. I am aware of the home resedency requirements, however, I'm not sure if I'm applicable. I checked my DS-2019, and neither "yes" nor "no" was ticked. D: ( I should file and RFE with them!)

my question is sort of silly. The only reason that would apply to me to make me have to stay in canada becuase of the HRR would be if I was funded by the government. I don't think I was. I never recieved any notice of being funded. Is there any way to tell if I'm required to stay in canada for another year due to funding issues?


While in Seattle, I didn't work for the government, or have any government training or anything.


When filing the I-129F, should I include a photocopy of my DS-2019?


There several more reasons why the rule may apply, even if you were not funded by the government. I myself had four J-1s in the past and only after the first one I had to stay in Ukraine for two years. There are two ways to check. First of all, look in your passport as to what your visa says. I just checked my 2004 J1 (four months on Work & Travel Program). It says at the bottom: "Bearer is not subject to section 212(e). Two year rule does not apply" Second way is to request authoritative opinion.

My latest J1(18 months 2006-07) did not have anything marked on DS-2019 either. However, my visa had the same note as I just cited. Thus, I did not worry about it.

Now, even if you do find out you are subject to two-year rule, DS-2019 shouldn't be included in the petition package. You will have to get a waiver and take it to the interview.

And last. If you did a four months summer program, I assume it was W&T. If so, do not worry about it. This program is not subject to 212(E).

Best of luck!

Ana
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-07-20 10:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUnique request?
If you do a K1 and you two do not get married, it indeed will be considered fraud and u will screw up chances of your gf to ever get another visa. Expedite or no expedite, there is no way you will be able to get H1B this year. The deadline for fiscal year beginning Oct. 2008 was April 1, and trust me, by now cap is filled up. The only feasable option I see, is applying for a tourist visa. If she will be able to show strong ties to Ukraine: real estate property, college or job with above-average Ukr. salary. Best of luck!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-07-24 05:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Advice Prior to K-1 Filing
As was mentioned before, ur fiance can come and visit you while you guys wait for K1 approval. For some countries it's much easier to get a tourist/visitor visa to spend some time together, maybe some Italians can chip in as to how hard it is to get a visa.

I'll just say that going to college might be a bit easier and much cheaper once you two are married and Mario gets his GC. In some colleges he can qualify for in-state fees rather quickly. Just something to research. Good luck with the divorce!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-08-22 14:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCuriousity more than anything....
QUOTE (Len_and_Bren @ Aug 19 2008, 05:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MichelleN @ Aug 19 2008, 01:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah I thought not lol My mom's an eternal optimist wink.gif Wish I could be like that.

Len & Bren I dunno o.o I hope to god not....I mean it would be a 'permanent' stay this time so I don't think they would deny it because of that...


It would be a good idea to check it out --- I am not sure how it works or if it applies to ALL student visas; but I do know it exists.


Most of the time 2 year home residency requirement applies to scholars/students on some programs with J-1 visa. If it applies it would say so right on that visa, though.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-08-19 16:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion regarding visit while waiting on petition approval
Ur fiance can visit you and it will not cause a denial. There are many couples, especially from Canada that are coming down for a visit. It is at discretion of the officer at POE to either let her visit you or deny entry, though. Thus, strong ties to Australia should be shown: like job, appartment lease, bills, etc. Just ask around in the Australian forum to share successful stories of border crosing on VWP while in the process of wait.

Edited by Ana&D, 25 August 2008 - 03:50 AM.

Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-08-25 03:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBusiness trip to US while I129F pending
You should be fine, especially since it's business trip. Be honest with the officers at the border and show sugnifican proof of ties to Italy smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-08-25 11:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAlready have a tourist visa - worth filing the K1?
QUOTE (roi_aggie @ Aug 28 2008, 08:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ana&D @ Aug 28 2008, 06:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'll just share my personal opinion. Getting married on a tourist visa, when u used it to enter the country knowing that you two will be getting married is considered fraud. And can result in a 10 yr ban from the US. Personally, I wouldn't risk it, no matter what lawyers would tell me (they do like those complicated cases - more money for them smile.gif ). But that's me. Many did it before and somehow got away. I'd rather go the somewhat longer but "legal" way just to avoid problems in the future.



Please don't confuse "getting married", and using a tourist visa to enter the US with the intention to immigrate.

There is NOTHING illegal with getting married on a tourist visa.


You are right, I just used the wrong wording. Thanks for the correction! blush.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-08-28 17:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAlready have a tourist visa - worth filing the K1?
I'll just share my personal opinion. Getting married on a tourist visa, when u used it to enter the country knowing that you two will be getting married is considered fraud. And can result in a 10 yr ban from the US. Personally, I wouldn't risk it, no matter what lawyers would tell me (they do like those complicated cases - more money for them smile.gif). But that's me. Many did it before and somehow got away. I'd rather go the somewhat longer but "legal" way just to avoid problems in the future.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-08-28 05:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiancee Letter of Intent
It should be smth like this:

Your Name
Your Address

United States Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

(USCIS service center address - Vermont or California)


(date mm-dd-yyyy)



Dear Sir or Madam:

I, (applicant’s or beneficiary’s name) , do hereby state that I am legally able and willing to marry (petitioner’s or beneficiary’s name), and intend to do so within 90 days of my arrival into the US using the K-1 visa.




Yours truly,

(signature)

( print name)
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-20 16:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUsing Paypal to transfer money?
I already have a US bank acount and use PayPal monthly to send my salary from Ukraine into it. Minimal fees and works out great.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-21 07:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F
Here's the working link:
I-129F Download

The form is at the very bottom of this webpage!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-22 04:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSwitching to part time work during K1 process
Switching to part-time shouldn't be a problem as long as you have a co-sponsor that meets the poverty requirements. Best of luck to you two smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 04:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTotally confused!
A good place to start is VJ guides here: Click Herethey explain every step of the way along with docs that will be needed.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 03:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A form fill out question
I've put "None" to both questions, since I've never been married before. It says right on the form: "If none, state so" smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 11:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A form fill out question
They just need the USC signature on the petition. And click below to access the form:
Form I-129F
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-20 16:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A form fill out question
You can also email the form to your fiance to fill out. Than she'll just print it and mail it to you. Sounds a bit easier than mailing it twice. Good luck!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-20 15:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescontacting uscis
We filed in May and are still waiting. If you call USCIS they'll just tell you they are working on Feb. applications (offical statistcis). As was said, according to VJ timelines you should get ur NOA2 in mid-October, so get some patience. I know it's pretty hard, but there's not much we can do but wait unsure.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 03:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDHL Delivery of passport
QUOTE (togetherforever @ Sep 23 2008, 02:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ana&D @ Sep 23 2008, 08:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Last time I was there, US embassy in Kiev used FedEx for passport deliveries. You can't change the designated courrier, unfortunately. Having passport delivered on Monday is not that likely, considering the weekend. If you are trying to buy tickets and stuff, I strongly advice to wait for visa delivery. Just three month ago my sister was there and her visa was delievered in four days, while one of her friends who had the interview on the same day had to wait for two weeks since they had a visa printer problem.


Thanks a lot.

Yes, but I'll provide a Kiev address where to send so the embassy is in Kiev and the address will be in Kiev? So can it be faster???? Please


Yep they can either deliver it anywhere in Kiev, or if you talk to them when paying at the FedEx counter you can arrange for a passport pick up at their office. Might save you a lil time smile.gif. Still, I doubt you'll have it on Monday unfortunatelly.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-24 04:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDHL Delivery of passport
Last time I was there, US embassy in Kiev used FedEx for passport deliveries. You can't change the designated courrier, unfortunately. Having passport delivered on Monday is not that likely, considering the weekend. If you are trying to buy tickets and stuff, I strongly advice to wait for visa delivery. Just three month ago my sister was there and her visa was delievered in four days, while one of her friends who had the interview on the same day had to wait for two weeks since they had a visa printer problem.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 12:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F question
QUOTE (Lisaandtim @ Sep 23 2008, 08:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ana&D @ Sep 23 2008, 04:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ours was one page as well. Tried to keep it somewhat formal by avoiding too many details and using exact dates smile.gif



Okay I just got it done. =) I'm afraid I may have used too many details though =s . But I had to in order to explain the circumstances. Guess we'll see hehe


Just make sure it's not a romantic novel. Might get them so into reading your application they'll be passing it around the office, lol smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-24 04:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F question
Ours was one page as well. Tried to keep it somewhat formal by avoiding too many details and using exact dates smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 18:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescalling husband and wife, please help!
Why raise additional questions if it can be avoided? Plus, there are stories of denied entry just because an engaged couple referrerd to each other as husband and wife in front of POE officer while trying to enter with K1.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 06:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurescalling husband and wife, please help!
I would say try to avoid submiting evidence like that. Instead of printing out emails that have "husband" and "wife" mentioned in it, you can do the screen print of your inbox that will show emails from your SO. Same goes for the chats. Instead of printing a whole conversation log, pring beg. and end. Good luck!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-23 05:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresproof of communication question
QUOTE (Sublime Fan @ Sep 27 2008, 12:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What about if you talk on MSN most the time, but I also have a few phone bills, and I have tons of e-mails but I'd prefer that they not read them all because alot have private information.

If you don't want them to read your letters, simply print out a screenshot of your inbox. That's what I'm doing for my proof star_smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-27 08:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325A employment section question
QUOTE (Omar G. @ Sep 27 2008, 04:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
looks great, thank you very much!

You're very welcome!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-27 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325A employment section question
This should make it a bit easier. Those are attachments I've created when filling in my form. We printed only one copy and even forgot to date and sign it and still got approved without RFE. To be on a safer side, print four copies - one for each page of G-325A, sign them and date them!

Edited to add: You don't have to fill in your full employment history on this extra sheet. On Form G-325A, on the last line available put: See attachment A (or B.) and than just continue on the extra sheet!

Attached Files


Edited by Ana&D, 27 September 2008 - 02:38 PM.

Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-27 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG325A employment section question
QUOTE (myperfectflaw @ Sep 27 2008, 04:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Omar G. @ Sep 26 2008, 04:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
it was twice, a total of 6 months each. but the rest of the dates show her 'employments' so why do we need to really state her unemployments......that goes for me as well.....i just moved back from living together with her in Colombia. i am still unemployed since july that i left Colombia, but i will start working for UPS next week, so for the 2 months i was unemployed i should state it as well? they will see that i moved from Colombia to the US and jobs aren't the easiest to come by....



Does it really matter "why"? The question states:

Applicant's employment last five years. (If none, so state.) List present employment first.

They say they want it, so give it to them. 5 minutes of annoyance on your end could be potential months saved of annoyance later on for an RFE over something so silly as this.

A very sound advice good.gif Better to spend five minutes creating the attachment than waste couple weeks answering to RFE. Best of luck, hopefully you guys will have a speedy approval!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-27 04:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion 18 I-129F
We wrote a one page story of our meeting. Since the first time we met it was in person, we described the meeting and how our relationship developed.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-30 04:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp!
QUOTE (spartan @ Sep 30 2008, 05:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
One more question, Will the immigration NOT think that I have other intention in US because my POE is Hawaii and not California?



Why would they? You are entitled to enter anywhere, it's convinient for you. I will be traveling to Orlando in Florida, but most probably my POE will be JFK in New York. If they ask you as to why you are entering there (which I doubt they will smile.gif), simply explain that you guys are getting married in Hawaii smile.gif. You are not required to marry in California, it can be anywhere in the 52 states.

Edited by Ana&D, 30 September 2008 - 04:46 AM.

Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-30 04:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp!
Any US airport/port/land boder crossing point can be POE, so if you have a direct flight anywhere in the Hawaii, that city will be your POE. If you have to make a stop somewhere in the US on the way to Hawaii, your POE will be the first US city (airport) you arrive into. After getting your visa activated at the POE, you can travel anywhere in the US, no problems. So, enjoy your island wedding, Hawaii is a beautiful place to exchange your vows good.gif Good luck and congrats!!!
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-30 03:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVacinations and Immunisations
Hi Andy! Here you go, just pick ur age-appropriate schedule smile.gif:

Vaccination Schedules

Edited by Ana&D, 01 October 2008 - 10:05 AM.

Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-10-01 10:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuesiton re: Address on G-325A forms
QUOTE (Marmite Lovers! @ Oct 2 2008, 03:32 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I put the house number, but no postal code. I don't recall there being space for it.

I did the same thing: included apt. numbers, but no zip code.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-10-02 03:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhere to Get a Copy of the I-129F Approval Letter?
Yep, those are hard to "restore". Once u get a replacement, guard it with your life, since it will be needed further on.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-09-19 04:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFilling Out The Forms a small confusion!!
Shouldn't be a problem good.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-10-09 10:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresg325a question
At the time of filing, I had the very same questin. We called USCIS and they advised us to put "Student" and indicate which college smile.gif
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-10-10 10:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow often are processing times updated?
That is weird... They are supposed to update them around the 15th of each month as far as I know....
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-10-17 05:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa process k1
You can also search the timelines (through "Immigration Timelines" link on top of the page for Casablanca consulate cases. It really is different for each case/consulate. While general petition approval can take 4-6 months on average, consualte stage is different for each country.
Ana&DFemaleUkraine2008-10-17 05:17:00