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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Help
When it comes to her interview... in order for NVC to grant an interview at the Canadian Embassy, she would have to prove/show documentation that she is eligible to be in Canada legally. IF not the she would have to go home and have the interview at Embassy in her home place.
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-05 06:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNerves

My son and I have our K1 and K2 interviews in 3 days, June 8th in Montreal. I have everything ready and have re-checked all the papers so much I am afraid they will be tattered soon. My question is how do you deal with the nerves? I know I shouldn't be a basket case but I am. So far other than Montreal being slow with the interview date it has been relatively quick and almost painless. Other than the separation. We haven't had any RFE's or anything. But I have been having nightmares that everything that can go wrong will go wrong. How did everyone else deal with it? Thursday afternoon can't come soon enough for me. To have this step behind us will be a relief.

Take a breath, say some prayers... have some camile tea... you will do fine.. will keep you in my prayers...
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-05 10:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI hope this will help everyone

Ok ive finally got a reply from the lawyer.

We were transferred because Nebraska is getting very very busy and is now the slowest for K1 visa's in the country. According to our lawyer it should reduce the waiting time by about a month.

As for if we are going to the back of the line...im not sure. I am going to e-mail them again when i get home from work tonight... they have been very evasive with their replies saying that Cali is the fastest.. we shouldnt have to wait as long etc. No definite Yes or No on if we are at the back of the line re June 1st.

Ill keep you all posted


Well atleast somewhat good news... hope the second part will be good news as well Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-05 11:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbreaking up

Dear Everyone,

ty all for nice replies seems we hav had an overreaction and a misunderstanding. i am sorry everyone took time to post but it shows everyone out here cares and thats y we come here for support. Our wedding is still in the works again sorry for our overeaction. Hope you all understand. We believe we hav settled the problem.

Bob and Charlene




Ahhhhh so glad to hear you are working things out!!!
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-04 21:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbreaking up

ty to all who support us with answer to our questions but rusty_ash is no more sad but true


Oh my goodness... so sorry...did he even come here and spend time... were you approved and recd visa?
no hope for reconcilation after all you have gone thru? so sorry
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-04 19:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffordable Immigration Attorney Option

For all those that opt for going alone without an attorney due to cost, please read, there is an affordable alternative. I stumbled across this knowledge by accident, I had been doing unrelated business with a place called "Catholic Charities" Department of Migration and Refugee Services. So when we decided to go the K-1 route, I called up my associates there, just to ask for advice or a good lawyer recommendation. It turns out, they had 4 immigration attorneys on staff. Catholic Charities is a nationwide nonprofit organization that assists immigrants and refugees, but their legal department is not solely for the immigrants or refugees they personally bring here. They do take walk-ins and general public requests for assistance. As for qualifications, they petition and move more immigrants to this country in a year, than any other single organization, or legal firm, nationwide. There are local Catholic Charity Branches across the US.
So please, if you feel you need legal assistance, but can't afford it, contact these guys. You can have them do just one part of your journey or all of it. Hope this helps some.

AR-11: Change of Address (Application for Benefit Pending) $5.00
Infopass Appointments $5.00
Photographs $10.00
Consultation $35.00
DS-156: Application for Non Immigrant Visa $80.00
DS-230: Application for Immigrant Visa $100.00
G-639: Freedom of Information Act Request $80.00
I-90: Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card $80.00
I-102 Application for Replacement I-94 $80.00
I-129 Petition for Non-Immigrant Worker $200.00
I-12F: Petition for Alien Fiance (K1 or K3) $250.00
I-130: Petition for Alien Relative (spouse/other) $250.00
I-131: Application for Travel Document $100.00
I-134: Affidavit of Support $100.00
I-212: Application to Re-Apply after Deportation $100.00
I-360: Petition for Special Immigrant $300.00
I-485: Application to Adjust Status (refugee/other) $100.00
I-539: Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status $150.00
I-601/I-602: Application for Waiver of Ground of Excludibility $100.00
I-730: Petition for Refugee Relative $75.00
I-751: Petition to Remove the Condition on Permanent Residence $200.00
I-765: Application for Employment Authorization $80.00
I-821: Application for Temporary Protected Status $80.00
I-864: Affidavit of Support (with/without co-sponsor or household member) $150.00
N-400: Application for Naturalization $250.00
N-600: Application for Certificate of Citizenship $125.00
*Fees for all other services including I-290B, I-589, EOIR 42B, N-336, Responses to Requests For Evidence, & in-person representations before the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Executive Office for Immigration Review to be decided on a case by case basis.
Fees are due at time of service
Fees do not include USCIS charges
No one will be denied service due to inability to pay



do you have a telephone number or email address to contact them?
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-04 16:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffordable Immigration Attorney Option

K3 is also called I-129 - non-immigrant for a spouse. They just made a small typo by including the F

Anyway, I've read several posts of people who have used them for consultation and assistance - if you don't feel confident to do it alone or maybe just don't have the time or attention to detail that's necessary, it sounds like a great idea.


Thank you Soul Encounter for the helpful information
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-04 13:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDid I miss something?

Ok I checked my online states a few days ago and nothing changed. It still said that it got approved may 15. (noa2)And nothing ever happened after that.
But today I checked my mail. And what did I find in my mail box? A nice big envelope with my what ever packedge of papers this is. From the consulate in amsterdam.
My heart is pounding realy hard. I am shacking over my whole body. I am so exited.
Hopefully I can concentrate and read the whole thing trough ;)

AHHHH I am so exited.

-hugs-

Congrats on your next step... Nice to see the ball rolling!
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-07 07:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOFF TO INTERVIEW
good luck.. hope it goes by fast and flawless so you can celebrate and start packing
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-08 07:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFinally!!!!! Petition approved!!!!!!!!!
Awesome News! Congrats! May that light get even BRIGHTER!
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-11 08:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCNN.com is now carrying Bill's AP story!

It is also on the Washington post website

http://www.washingto...6061300825.html


yes yes yes... nice to see things being said... Now I just wish they would research and educate more so they can realistically see JUST how long many have been waiting... much longer than the mentioned April... and not just because of this IMBRA... come take it a step further!
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-14 11:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWish I were getting touched....

I have not been touched either since March. I posted this exact same thing a few weeks ago, feeling left out that it seemed as though all others were being touched and not me.

I log in to the USCIS site every morning and check my status. I've come to expect what I am going to see now. (REceivd petition on 11th) I almost don't even get sad anymore, cuz if I allowed this roller coaster of emotions get the best of me, I will not be held responsible for my actions! :whistle:

Just when I think I CAN'T STAND TO WAIT AROUND ANOTHER MINUTE... I get a call or a text message from Sean that says,

"Hello princess. How is your day? I miss you loads and can't wait till we are in each other's arms again. You are truly worth the wait and I love you more than life itself. Take care darling, I'll see you soon."


THAT is why we WAIT.


ahh what a wonderful email...yes absolutley that is why we wait... Keep your chin up... it is tough but the glory in the end makes the fustration we went thru with the waiting all go away... by the way... along with checking the site for any touching... i would call the USCIS once a week and talk to a live operator for any update info... it doesnt hurt... 1-800375-5283
Enjoy your sweetie's emails and the support here from fellow vjrs...we are here for you
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-15 10:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWish I were getting touched....

poke... poke... :D hihihi.. it will come soon for all of us... touches are good but a touch with good news would be better. hope all of us get the second one soon!!!!

As hard as it can be...keep your chin up... last week I was also suddenly overwhelmed with the fustration of waiting... Everyone here was sooo supportive and encouraging... This was Thursday... I went away for the weekend and came home Tuesday to find out case was finally complete! Now just waiting for the interview.
Everyone here said to hang in there and I did and great news came... I hope the same for you!!
Hang in there and good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-14 23:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNO NOA1 YET
you can call the USCIS 1-800-375-5283, press the prompts for a live operator and see if a case number has been assigned yet.
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-15 09:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresno interview for July so sad..

(F) Hopefully you'll get your appointment scheduled for August.



yes hopefully for August... I cannot keep moving back the Family wedding ceremony... it makes me look pretty silly... especially because I dont want to go into details with strangers about this visa process and waiting etc..

thank you all sooo much for your acknowledgements... it means more than most know just to know someone is reading and responding.. feels like have someone to talk to who is listening..
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-16 21:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresno interview for July so sad..

::HUGS:: Believe me, we feel ya.. lol


Thanks Icey....
Guess the good news is...by the time this visa process ends for most of us we will be EXPERTS in the waiting field! :) Wonder if can get a good paying job in that field...cause we would have plenty of experience!!
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-16 20:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresno interview for July so sad..
well just found out "all interviews are made for July now"
was informed the second week of each month they arrange the interviews.. so guess we can only hope for august now... keeping the prayers going ...fingers crossed..whatever needed..
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-16 20:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresno NOA1 yet

Hi everybody,

Our I-129F was mailed last May 15, 2006 to the California Service Center and it is now over a month and we haven't received a Notice of Acceptance yet and the filing fee check was not yet cashed. We are so anxious about the delay and don't know how to go about this :( .

-Lyra-


You can always call the USCIS 800 number, select option for live operator and ask if a case # has been assigned.
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-24 06:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F New Vesion

Great work, Great news, and now I can get started

Jay

Excellant news!! now all of you that have been waiting for this. get your pens out and stamp and get in the mail
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-15 10:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI got my VISA!!!!! :-))))



:dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: CONGRATULATIONS :dance: :dance: :dance: Best Wishes to the both of you .. When is the wedding date??? *giggle* :luv:


August 25 we will have a "non-legal wedding ceremony" for my family and friends before I leave
and August 28 or 29 we get married by the JOP in the US!!

Congrats!!! :luv: Enjoy your beautiful ceremonies and a SAFE trip...Welcom
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-02 07:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApproved Too !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:dance: Congrats! :dance:

Nice Nice Nice!... Congrats! :thumbs:
let's keep the approvals coming :dance:
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-06 19:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTelephoning USCIS?

Hi, we are still waiting for the NOA1 having sent the I29F on 4th June. They have cashed our cheque and someone told me to get the cheque from the bank as that would have our case number on the back.

The bank said it would take 10 working days to get the cheque to us, so i am going to telephone and see if I can find out where the NOA1 is.

Do I call the California Service Centre and is there a particular phone number I should use. Also what information will I need to have to hand to give them. Will I need Jonathans Security number?

Any help on this would be much appreciated

why not call the USCIS 800-375-5283, select the promts for live operator and ask them for your case number. Also confirm your mailing address is correct.
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-07 07:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJUST FOR FUN LETS DO SOME GUESSTIMATING

I WOULD ENJOY AN EDUCATED GUESTIMATE FROM ANYBODY WHEN WE WILL HAVE OUR FINAL EMBASSY APPROVAL.
ANY OTHER PREDICTIONS ABOUT TIME'S.
YES I KNOW THEIR IS ARCHIEVES ABOUT PAST TIME LINES AND YES I KNOW THAT IT IS HARD TO TELL WITH THE USCIS AND PARTICULARLY THE CSC, JUST A EDUCATED GUESS, GIVEN IMBRA AND GIVEN CSC HANDELING NEBRASKA TOO.


what are you filing I129, or I130?
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-07 16:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswith k-1 what qualifies under hardship

Under the k-1 visa and the uscis what qualifies as a hardship situation? The situation I am refering too is a previous boyfriend the father of my fiancee's son after signing over his parental rights is coming to look for him where she is staying this guy has a history of violence with my fiancee and I want to know if we can file for a hardship and get her here early Anyone got any ideas?

yes i would.. the worst that could happen is it gets denied..but you never know if you dont try.. I believe USCIS has a fax number on their website.. Explain as much detail as possible.. no such thing as too much info there. Why not fax it attn supervisor urgent and mail as well
goood luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-09 07:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresworried!

i still no RFE, no touch, no email from CSC. Is it normal? Should I call csc or just wait?
it looks like few people like me :(

why not call them it could not hurt... i called them atleast once a week
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-09 07:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBi-Polar


It's true!! I feel this way everyday when I come home from work with excitement to open the mail box and the depression of no news. Then comes the 1,000 mile walk back to the house. I can't wait until I know they have the petition and give me the NOA1

Can you track your petition to see if they received there? Maybe you should check with the mailing system you used to send them the petition first. Good luck! (F)
Oh and an advice, if you're freaked out now after 11 days only that you started your petition, be prepared there's a LOT more to come.

why doesn't the us citizen call USCIS choose prompt for live operator.. indicate that you have not received yet and can they tell you your case number.. may want to confirm petioner's mailing address as well.
good luck

If he doesn't have NOA1 yet he can't tell them his Case Number, since it comes with the NOA1.


You can tell them you still have not recd the noa1, want to confirm if in the system yet, give them info and they can look up that way and if noa1 was sent or processed they can give case number over the phone.
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-11 08:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresBi-Polar

It's true!! I feel this way everyday when I come home from work with excitement to open the mail box and the depression of no news. Then comes the 1,000 mile walk back to the house. I can't wait until I know they have the petition and give me the NOA1

why doesn't the us citizen call USCIS choose prompt for live operator.. indicate that you have not received yet and can they tell you your case number.. may want to confirm petioner's mailing address as well.
good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-11 07:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPLEASE HELP, I GOT A MAIL FROM CSC AND DONT UNDERSTAND ANYTHING ANYMORE..


was that email from USCIS or NVC?
IF from NVC atleast that means they received it



NO!. it was from the CSC! so i am completly helpless.... how they can send it and aprove it, then, it never riches there, and now this e mail??

cristy:

what is "administrative review"??? why should they do it AFTER we got noa2???? kor was it maybe the NVC who asked to review it? ( if they maybee reveived it, even if they denyed....)


OUCH!! back to CSC huh? so sorry... just when you think you understand the process, they throw something like this in...hopefully it will not take the whole month to review
Good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-05-30 10:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPLEASE HELP, I GOT A MAIL FROM CSC AND DONT UNDERSTAND ANYTHING ANYMORE..
was that email from USCIS or NVC?
IF from NVC atleast that means they received it
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-05-30 09:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp, Birth Certificate

Hi everyone!

Here is my situation. My fiancee had her interview on July 12, 2006. The interview went very well. But consular requested original or certifified copy of her daughter birth certificate. The problem is that my fiancee can not get the original because her ex-husband won't let her have it. In order to have a certified copy, my fiancee need the original to show to get the copy stamp. Is there anyone who have thai fiancee ever had this kind of problem?
This is the only problem that holding up our visa. My fiancee told me that the lady at window 5 was very nasty and rude to her. Please, help..... :help: :help:

Billy


Not sure about anywhere else...but here in the US all you have to do is go to the county building of where she was born (with identification) and ask for a new one... it costs me $10 as I had lost my original
good luck
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-17 09:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSpecial Moment
congrats L&L!! it truely is a wonderful feeling... now on to the embassy right? wishes for a speedy process there!
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-07-17 08:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPetitioner has a Criminal Record
I agree it is the background of the intending immigrant. I do not recall any request for my (US citizen) criminal record. Perhaps someone here can confirm for sure. (If yes, I recommend you begin gathering evidence or your rehabilitation, proof of classes attend, physican report, reference letters (particularly from someone in high community standing, just to mention a few) good luck and congrats on your continued soberity! That is a neverending long winding road, one which can easily vear off. Hopefully you have a good sponsor and support to stay on track) Best to you with continued success and with your venture thru US immigration
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2008-10-25 08:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShell Shocked
QUOTE (Liam and Kara @ Oct 25 2008, 08:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i have just returned from the USA today after flying out the the USA last night to be with my fiance for an extended period, for us both to spend some long term quality time together, while there we planned to apply for the K1 visa or talk to someone that could explain in plain english the route to making this transition as pain free as possible.......this as you can gather did not go to plan and i was denied entry, even though i had a return flight booked to return before the 90 day tourist entry visa expired.
As you might imagine this caused plenty of worry and shock and we are now worried this has or could effect our applying for the K1 visa.
Please tell me this has happened to one of you? if so then what you did after the shock wears off and that things will work out? and what steps to do now?
My fiance is now applying for the K1 visa do i need to send original documents to her? grrrrrrrrr think my head is going to explode.
please help my stress levels?

what was the reason for denial of entry? yes she is going to need some of the orginal documents and some can be copies. review the guidelines posted here they are very informative. I warn you!!!! start a file of your own right now... KEEP a copy of EVERY SINGLE piece of paper you send them, once you receive your case number ALWAYS write it on the top of every single piece of paper you send them. I also recommend spending the extra money and send everything registered so they have to sign that they received it. Take a deep breath have a good cup of coffee or tea and get ready for the roller coaster ride. good luck and stay with visa journey for guidance people here are great for support and information!
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2008-10-25 07:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMY BABY HAS HIS VISAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Congrats!!!! sleep well :thumbs:
Movin on New LifeFemaleEgypt2006-06-18 11:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPrepare paperwork early?
QUOTE (CBR @ Jan 2 2008, 10:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When I got divorced if I wanted to change back to my maiden name I would have had to fill that portion of the divorce papers in to change it. Also during court they ask if you want to change back to your maiden name. Not sure if it's the same in every state though.
I'm curious what you mean by finalized. Do you mean the official date the court says you are now divorced?




yes , we are currently waiting for our lazy lawyers to prepare the settlement for us to sign then file it with the court... so i know its about a month away or so until i get my divorce decree... there is nothing in there about my name change so i guess i will go with my married name on my passport in all the papers for the K1
Missing.himFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-01-03 07:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPrepare paperwork early?
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Jan 2 2008, 09:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Missing.him @ Jan 2 2008, 06:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all
as I am still waiting for my divorce to finalize should be in about a month... so i will be filing my petition soon YAY i am just getting anxious and want to have the packet all ready to send ( i have all the proof of meeting , passport size photos, letter of intent done now) and just add the info such as divorce date and decree in as i get it

but i have a few questions??? unsure.gif

does the date my Fiance signed his g325a matter ? he will be leaving it with me when i see him next week and it may be dated month or so before i send the packet in.

Do I use my legal married name on the paperwork since it is in my passport? even though i go by my maiden name on my checks etc...

thanks
~cher


I would write the date in your fiance's G325a after your divorce is final. It doesn't matter who writes the date.

Use your current legal name. If it is now your maiden name, change your passport.



this may sound stupid but does my name automatically change back to my maiden after my divorce is finalized? I have a hyphenated name anyway and I rather keep like that and then just change it to my fiances when we marry. thanks smile.gif
Missing.himFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-01-02 22:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPrepare paperwork early?
Hi all
as I am still waiting for my divorce to finalize should be in about a month... so i will be filing my petition soon YAY i am just getting anxious and want to have the packet all ready to send ( i have all the proof of meeting , passport size photos, letter of intent done now) and just add the info such as divorce date and decree in as i get it

but i have a few questions??? unsure.gif

does the date my Fiance signed his g325a matter ? he will be leaving it with me when i see him next week and it may be dated month or so before i send the packet in.

Do I use my legal married name on the paperwork since it is in my passport? even though i go by my maiden name on my checks etc...

thanks
~cher
Missing.himFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-01-02 21:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures???????important question???????
QUOTE (shannon65 @ Jan 6 2008, 05:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
that's right the K-1 needs to be denied before you apply for the I-160 (waiver). You can start on the hardship letter now but you know your fiance needs to write it? It is about hardship to him if he has to go to your country to be with you, if you don't get a visa to the US. They do not want to hear about hardship to the non-US citizen. He has to write and sign it. Also you need evidence (documentation) to support what you say in the hardship letter. It's not a simple application. You have time to research it. I'm doing this process myself. I will be filing it this month. Good luck -




I know its hard... and i know it is really unfair to keep people that are in love apart. I know it feels like you could go crazy...but like everyone said we ALL have to go through it and we all have to bide our time and try to stay sane. I cannot even file yet because of divorce issues that should have been settled a year ago really but because of a spiteful ex who does not want me to be happy, we have to wait much longer.. and its really unfair on us as we have done nothing but follow the rules but due to the wait on my divorce we pretty much used up all his time that he can come visit me ... so we also have to spend many tortured months apart.. but have faith and you will be fine because what is meant to be is meant to be....
Missing.himFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-01-06 18:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresName after marriage
QUOTE (Mark and Hannah @ Jan 7 2008, 06:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Agreed - it is VITAL to have paperwork explaining any changes to name use. So any time you are required to show the birth certificate you will need to explain. Think of it this way, it's similar to when you first get married as a woman and have to take both your birth certificate and marriage certificate everywhere for a while to prove identity.

For the visa application you should use the name he is known by since everything except his birth certificate carries this name BUT get the name legally changed! Put the original surname in the other names used box and enclose the deed poll with a typed sheet explaining the circumstances and that he has obtained a legal change now to avoid any future problems.

I cited my circumstances since in the UK many women just return to using their maiden name without officially changing it back since there is no real legal requirement provided that you inform the tax office, etc. I changed mine because I needed to apply for a passport and I seem to recall it asked on the forms for documented evidence for that kind of change - but probably only since age 16.

You merely need to provide the details and state that as the change was made while he was a child that it never occurred to him to enquire as to whether any legal documentation had been issued to document the change until now.

Query though - was the name changed as part of an adoption process by the stepfather? Because that paperwork would probably work in much the same way as a marriage certificate, removing the need for a change by deed poll.

Hope that helps.





Thanks Hannah
No his name was never officially changes he was not adopted by his stepfather but his sister and him have went by that last name since before they even went to school.
he plans on changing it by deed poll
having a letter from his mother stating that he went by that name since age 4 I believe it was
I think he told me she was going to copy her marriage certificate as well showing her name change from his birth name to the name he uses now
we are going to use that name on the forms and list his birth name as other names used...


SO CONFUSING!!!!
I do not think I even went thru all this with getting married changing my name. getting divorced changing my name now getting remarried changing my name!!!

i think that will be enough to prove he is the person on birth certificate and passport...
Missing.himFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-01-07 19:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresName after marriage
QUOTE (Mark and Hannah @ Jan 6 2008, 04:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Not quite the same situation but, after I left my first husband (but nine months prior to final divorce papers), I changed my surname back to my birth surname by deed poll and also added an additional middle name that I have been known by since I was a child. When Mark asked me to send him documentation I included a certified copy of this deed poll with the other evidence even though my passport, birth certificate, and even my final divorce papers all show my birth surname. The deed poll service is quick, easy, and relatively cheap... and if you don't have any other official record of the change this might be a good back-up to have in-hand. Better to have it and not need it!





What my Fiance is trying to say or ask I believe is....

Should he use his birth surname or the name on all of his relevant papers (passport, bank statements, leases, plane tickets etc..of course excluding his birth certificate) on all of our paperwork for the K1 process and just list His birth surname as other names known?


SHould he have his name officially changed by deed poll (legal way to change name in UK , recognized by all government agencies) would it matter that it was just done know and not when he was little?

What other thing should we include to explain the name change? We thought a notorized letter from his mother saying that David went by his stepfathers last name since age of 5
his doctor that all medical records have been in that name as well

he has nothing with his birth surname except his birth certificate so it seems logically he should use the name he has gone by for the past 29 years. but we do not want a RFE or worse visa refusal......

Thanks....
Missing.himFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-01-06 17:00:00