ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 Employment Details

We are currently both in the UK. I am the UKC and my wife is the USC and has LLR in the UK (Spouce Visa), she has been here since April 2005.

My wife is currently working in the UK. For the employment details on the I-864 I am presuming that we should put my wife as unemployed as it is not a US based income and in the instructions it says to put the employment used to qualify as a sponsor and since you cant use the UK income.. she should be marked as unemployed.

Anybody confirm ?

Sorry, I don't know about this for sure. I'm assuming that your wife is the sponsor. They will need to see that she has some real income and or assets to qualify. I'm sure someone else has experience with this.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-08-14 16:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 IRS Transcript

We are about to file our I-864 and I-864A. Is the IRS transcript enough or do you need to supply W2's and everything else..?


http://www.uscis.gov...files/I-864.pdf

For ALL sponsors:
A copy of your individual Federal income tax return, including W-2s for the most recent tax year, or a statementand/or evidence describing why you were not required to file. Also include a copy of each and every Form 1099,Schedule, and any other evidence of reported income. You may submit this information for the most recent three taxyears , pay stub(s) from the most recent six months, and/or a letter from your employer if you believe any of theseitems will help you qualify.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-08-14 15:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864 processing fee for sep i130 for kids

I have both fee bills in hand for my kids. Instructions for i-864 fee bill lists exceptions for paying the fee. one fee for spouse and children etc. I have 2 children on separate i130 cases my husband is on yet another case, should i send in a fee for each kid's case or one fee with two fee bills. $70 or $140 for 2 kids?

I believe each person is $70, with each fee bill.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-08-14 16:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow long to get a GC?
Hubby got his in 3 weeks. You may want to post this in the Moving here and Your Life in America forum.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-08-11 17:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864

I am sponsoring my wife and I make $97,000 a year. Should I still show my assets my W-2's for the last three years would do. Please let me know.

Also, Does my wife have to sign the form before I mail it. The household promise form....

Regards
Reddy

I'm not sure how many dependants you have, but if you are 125% above the poverty line then you do not need to show assets.
According to the instructions on the I864 you do need W2's.....

http://www.uscis.gov...files/I-864.pdf

For ALL sponsors:
A copy of your individual Federal income tax return, including W-2s for the most recent tax year, or a statementand/or evidence describing why you were not required to file. Also include a copy of each and every Form 1099,Schedule, and any other evidence of reported income. You may submit this information for the most recent three taxyears , pay stub(s) from the most recent six months, and/or a letter from your employer if you believe any of theseitems will help you qualify.

As for your question about "the household promise form" I believe you are referring to form I-864A. That is a contract between the sponsor and any household member that is going to be responsible for support of those immigrating.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-08-14 16:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDocumentation for I-864

We are just gathering the I-864 documentation.. Can stuff like birth certificates, etc.. for the co-sponsor be photocopies ?


http://www.uscis.gov...files/I-864.pdf


If you are a joint sponsor, substitute sponsor, or the relative of an employment-based immigrant requiring an affidavitof support, proof of your citizenship status, U.S. national status or lawful permanent resident status.
For U.S. citizens or nationals, a copy of your birth certificate, passport, or certificate of naturalization or citizenship.
For lawful permanent residents, a copy of both sides of your Form I-551, Permanent Resident Card.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-08-15 14:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow long for Interview

Our interview will be in Cuidad Juarez. Does anyone know about how long it will take fro the interview to be scheduled? I am trying to plan as much as I can but I am not sure how long the appointments are taking. Any info would be great!!!!

Thanks Becki :star:

I dont know too much about timelines for Mexico. Ours took about 3 months from the time NVC completed our case to the interview.
Best Wishes
joejFemaleNigeria2006-04-05 17:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-3 or CR-1

I am not confused but not sure what to do. I realize the difference in the two visas and know in the past the time difference for approval has been somewhat long but lately I have been seeing a lot of CR-1 visas being approved in short times. I am just wondering if filing for both is that necessary, given the approvals I am seeing. Anyone else wondering what to do??? Just asking for some opinions or thougths from other people on this topic. I have most of the I-129F packet ready to go, just waiting for a new passport foto since the other is over the 30 day limit.

Thanks

Doug

For me, it was worth the extra money to file both. In my husbands case the Cr1 was magically quicker (although not quick at all).
Best Wishes
joejFemaleNigeria2006-09-20 17:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescr1
221 g is a refusal based on failure to provide proper documentation.

In the case that it was based on the validity of the marriage:

Can you provide pictures or video of the two of you together? Did you provide a copy of your marriage liscence, copy of plain tickets from your visits, certified letters from people who know both of you and can attest to the validity of the relationship?

Or was the 221 g based on other missing documents, like affidavit of support, proper paperwork, etc?

Either way, it sounds like a refussal and not a denial. You should be able to resubmit what they are asking for.


Best wishes
joejFemaleNigeria2008-07-09 15:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPolice record
I do not have experience with this, but recall reading that they must be translated in English. I'm sure someone else has a better and more specific answer though.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-02-13 13:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIf K1 Denied, Try K3?


It should depend on the reason for the denial. I have seen people being denied for K1 because of the CO's unwillingness to accept a co-sponser. In that case they have gotten married then applied for K3/Cr1. I think you half to be married to apply for K3. Hmmm someone correct me if I'm wrong. We did Cr1 and K3. Cr1 was fastest in our case.
Good luck.



Where have you seen a K1 denied because of the CO's unwillingness to accept a cosponsor? What was the situation, can you provide more details?

Thanks...

Well it took me a while, but here is the thread I remember with one persons denial. Now that I look at it again, it may have been K3 denial. I'm not sure because there is no timeline. I have heard from several others as well that have been in similar circumstances. Sorry no thread on that...

http://www.visajourn...showtopic=67244
joejFemaleNigeria2006-02-14 15:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIf K1 Denied, Try K3?
It should depend on the reason for the denial. I have seen people being denied for K1 because of the CO's unwillingness to accept a co-sponser. In that case they have gotten married then applied for K3/Cr1. I think you half to be married to apply for K3. Hmmm someone correct me if I'm wrong. We did Cr1 and K3. Cr1 was fastest in our case.
Good luck.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-02-13 18:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures? about processing times

Hello all, I have checked the uscis website to see where they are at, as far as the processing times for the I-129f. I saw a couple weeks ago, that the California service center was currently processing applications dated for May, 2nd. Yesterday, it said, now processing for April, 18th applications. My ? is, do they always move backward instead of forward? If anyone happens to know. Also, when calling the 800 number, is there anyway to talk to a real person and not an automaited computer system?, I have not had any luck. Or maybe they have already began their Thanksgiving vacation.

I never relied on processing times because they didn't seem too accurate. Our I130 took around 90 days to get through USCIS and I have noticed many with I129f's seem to be about the same or quicker. Yet, it really depends on many factors. Take heart and don't worry too much about the processing dates.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-11-22 11:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures3 Hours Detained at Border!

I just want to add that you are so close to your interview that it's not worth it, and you told them 2 weeks. That is why they said to leave in 2 weeks. One reason they ask when were you last down, and your ties to Canada is to see if your being honest with them. They type in info for the next customs agent. For them to have kept you that long and yet still let you through, they are giving you the benefit of the doubt for not having enough proof with you. You don't want to jeopardize your visa.

I'm guessing you drove down or you would have missed your flight? Enjoy your time there, hopefully they'l have an interview date for you when you get home.

When I've travelled by air sometimes they have stamped my passport and other times they haven't. Going by car has some times been more of a hassle, if not with family or friends even just to shop.

Soon it will be over and you'll sail through.Posted Image


I agree with this wholeheartedly. I don't think it's worth it ... it could really cause problems for you later in the process if you were specifically advised to only stay for two weeks and you didn't listen.
Dan and AliFemaleCanada2010-08-04 22:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhat does CMR stand for?

Hi,

I read that both AOS and DS-230 applications have to be sent to this address:

National Visa Center
ATTN: CMR
32 Rochester Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801-2909

What does CMR stand for there?


Also, do the fee bills (both IV and AOS) come with a return envelope? If not, they have to be made payable to the Department of State and sent to

National Visa Center
P.O. Box 790135
St. Louis, MO 63179-0135,

right?




Hi,

I am just starting the entire NVC process tomorrow since I was just assigned a case number from them on friday the 27th. :thumbs: I have put alot of trust into the "JAMES SHORTCUTS" listed here on VJ. He explains things quite well. The thing that I am uncertain of is why does the NVC ask for a IV fee of $335.00 plus the additional $45.00 and if you look under the instructions for IV interview at the consulate, it too says you must bring your IV fee with you to the interview stating the exact same amounts! Can anyone clear this up for me? My hubby will be going to the Delhi, India embassy for his interview. Thanks. :help:
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-04-29 17:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFILING I-864 WHILE WAITING FOR SSI DISABILITY
Hi everyone. First, let me say that I have found so much information on this site and am very appreciative for it. I dont know what I would do with out VJ! OK, so here is another question that I am not able to find out anywhere so far. I did a searcg but still no luck.
Here is my situation...I am currently living on my grandsons specified relative grant from the state but I have applied for SSI disability and am just waiting for their decision which should be within the next month. I do have a strong co-sponsor who is filing an I-864 with me for my husband. Does anyone here know exactly what I should include in my own I-864 when I send it in? Has anyone ever been in this situation before?
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-04-30 20:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 COVERLETTER

Cover letter is not required, but it is helpful. You just basically write what documents you are attaching with your letter and it should be addressed to NVC. You can also provide your contact information (Name, Address, phone no, email address, etc) so that they can contact you, if needed.

Good Morning all fellow VJers!
I have read thru and am trying to prepare to follow James; shortcuts but I dont understand about having a coverletter for the I-864 package. What is it and what does it need to say on it? Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks as always.



THANKS FOR THE INFO!
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-04 08:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 COVERLETTER
Good Morning all fellow VJers!
I have read thru and am trying to prepare to follow James; shortcuts but I dont understand about having a coverletter for the I-864 package. What is it and what does it need to say on it? Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks as always.
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-03 09:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOUR IV FEE BILL WAS GENERATED YESTERDAY!!!

One Bill, $380.00.

Thanks so much for the info. :)

I JUST CALLED THE AUTOMATED UPDATE LINE AT THE NVC AND WAS TOLD OUR IV FEE BILL WAS GENERATED YESTERDAY! THE DS-3032 WAS GENERATED LAST WEEK AND I EMAILED (ON THE VERY SAME DAY) THE CHOICE OF AGENT INTO THEM AND IT WAS ACCEPTED THE NEXT DAY! THAT WAS ALOT QUICKER THAN I EVER THOUGHT IT WOULD BE. SO NOW WE ARE WAITNG FOR THE ACTUAL IV FEE BILL IN THE POST. OUR I-864 FEE HASNT BEEN RECIEVED AT NVC YET THO, THEY SAID IT TAKES UP TO 2 WEEKS TO GET IN THEIR SYSTEM AT NVC EVEN THO I SENT IT OVERNIGHT. OK, SO NOW DO I MAKE OUT 2 SEPARATE MONEY ORDERS FOR THE IV FEE BILL? IS IT 335.00 FOR ONE AND 45.00 FOR THE OTHER OR IS IT JUST ONE FOR 380.00 TOTAL? THANKS SO MUCH EVERYONE FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP THUS FAR.


GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-22 17:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOUR IV FEE BILL WAS GENERATED YESTERDAY!!!

I JUST CALLED THE AUTOMATED UPDATE LINE AT THE NVC AND WAS TOLD OUR IV FEE BILL WAS GENERATED YESTERDAY! THE DS-3032 WAS GENERATED LAST WEEK AND I EMAILED (ON THE VERY SAME DAY) THE CHOICE OF AGENT INTO THEM AND IT WAS ACCEPTED THE NEXT DAY! THAT WAS ALOT QUICKER THAN I EVER THOUGHT IT WOULD BE. SO NOW WE ARE WAITNG FOR THE ACTUAL IV FEE BILL IN THE POST. OUR I-864 FEE HASNT BEEN RECIEVED AT NVC YET THO, THEY SAID IT TAKES UP TO 2 WEEKS TO GET IN THEIR SYSTEM AT NVC EVEN THO I SENT IT OVERNIGHT. OK, SO NOW DO I MAKE OUT 2 SEPARATE MONEY ORDERS FOR THE IV FEE BILL? IS IT 335.00 FOR ONE AND 45.00 FOR THE OTHER OR IS IT JUST ONE FOR 380.00 TOTAL? THANKS SO MUCH EVERYONE FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP THUS FAR.



Our timelines are exactly the same at the moment ... so I guess hubby and me don't have to call about our I-864 yet :)

And as far as I know it's one bill for 380 ...


Good to know we are sharing the same timeline experiences so we can have someone to compare with huh? thanks.
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-22 17:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOUR IV FEE BILL WAS GENERATED YESTERDAY!!!
I JUST CALLED THE AUTOMATED UPDATE LINE AT THE NVC AND WAS TOLD OUR IV FEE BILL WAS GENERATED YESTERDAY! THE DS-3032 WAS GENERATED LAST WEEK AND I EMAILED (ON THE VERY SAME DAY) THE CHOICE OF AGENT INTO THEM AND IT WAS ACCEPTED THE NEXT DAY! THAT WAS ALOT QUICKER THAN I EVER THOUGHT IT WOULD BE. SO NOW WE ARE WAITNG FOR THE ACTUAL IV FEE BILL IN THE POST. OUR I-864 FEE HASNT BEEN RECIEVED AT NVC YET THO, THEY SAID IT TAKES UP TO 2 WEEKS TO GET IN THEIR SYSTEM AT NVC EVEN THO I SENT IT OVERNIGHT. OK, SO NOW DO I MAKE OUT 2 SEPARATE MONEY ORDERS FOR THE IV FEE BILL? IS IT 335.00 FOR ONE AND 45.00 FOR THE OTHER OR IS IT JUST ONE FOR 380.00 TOTAL? THANKS SO MUCH EVERYONE FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP THUS FAR.
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-22 08:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswoo hoo!!! I-864 generated!
I called the NVC on tuesday morning the 29th and the operator told me that they had received my I-864 fee and had generated the I-864! She said it would be mailed this week and I should get it in 2-4 weeks (I am finding that this is a standard reply from NVC tho) I sent the I-864 package overnight as per James' shortcuts. I must say that I am a bit surprised that our IV fee bill hasnt arrived yet. it has been 10 very LONG days since I found out it was sent out. I am truly thankful to GOD and to all of you for the support, help and prayers that we have recieved so far. You are all in our prayers.
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-31 23:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTimeline on I 130 Approvals
I CANT BELIEVE HOW FAST THINGS ARE MOVING ON OUR CASE AT NVC! :dance: LAST TUESDAY I MAILED IN THE I-864 FEE WITH THE FEE BILL AND EMAILED THE CHOICE OF AGENT LETTER (AS PER JAMES SHORTCUTS) AND ONLY 1 WEEK LATER (TODAY) THEY HAVE MAILED THE IV FEE BILL TO ME! NOW IM WAITING FOR THEM TO GET THE I-864 FEE SO I CAN SEND IN THAT PACKAGE. IM READY AND WAITING! I PRAY THAT EVERYONE WHO IS APART FROM THEIR LOVED ONES WILL BE BLESSED WITH A QUICK AND POSITIVE RESULT. THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL OF THE HELP AND INFO I HAVE FOUND ON THIS SITE. (L)
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-05-22 17:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTimeline on I 130 Approvals

I'm not sure who's updating this but we have some approvals to update. ChadandChrissy I-130 was approved on 4/5 and agm I-130 was approved on 4/11. I'm just trying to determine where we are w/Jan NOA dates.

Yea, Erica or some other people used to do it, but it seems as if they're MIA at the moment, so I threw that other one up there just because I could. I'll update another one if no one else does it for me.

(what can I say...i'm lazy at heart...and not sure if I should be updating the masterlist)



I DONT KNOW HOW TO UPDATE OURS EITHER. KATHY AND PRABH --------------NOA2 APPROVED ON APRIL 10, 07 :thumbs:
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-04-17 23:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTimeline on I 130 Approvals
HI EVERYBODY,

I AM KNEW TO THIS SITE AS WELL AS TO ALL OF THIS VISA STUFF. :help: I JUST CAME BACK FROM A 3 MONTH STAY IN INDIA WHERE I MARRIED MY SPOUSE ON DEC 24, 2007. (L) I APPLIED FOR AN I-130 IN THE CALIFORNIA CENTER ON JAN 22ND SINCE EVERYONE SAID IT ALL GETS SENT THERE NOW. I GOT MY FIRST NOA ON JAN 29, 2007 AND HAVE SINCE HEARD THAT I SHOULD FILE AN I-129F (K3 VISA) NOW TOO! :o PLEASE TELL ME IF THERES ALOT OF TIME DIFFERENCE IN THESE 2 APPLICATIONS AND DOES ANYONE RECCOMEND THIS FOR ME?
THANKS SO MUCH FOR ANY HELP.
GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE WAITING FOR THEIR LOVED ONE. :star: (F)
GORISIKHFemaleIndia2007-02-18 16:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresa little advice- getting ready to file first set of K-1 papers
Thank you for the replies- I guess i am just reading alot about things getting held up and I want to be sure I am using the most current information and get this right the first time-

For a bit of background- I am in Utah- He lives in the United Kingdom. I have been married before and have three children, he has never been married and no children. I am 30 and he is about to turn 30. We met online in August of 2007 but the actual relationship started in February 2008- He came out to Utah in August 2008 for four weeks, and will be spending five weeks here again in December. We plan on getting married as soon as we can get the visa and I am reading all of the information that I can so that we can try to get things mailed off by November and get the ball rolling.
I am planning on using a co-sponser for income because I am self employed and think that additional income will provide some strength for us?

Also- is it correct that the office i should file with is California?

Thank you all for your help so far, I am taking it all and using it the best that I can. I can see this is going to be a process and its important to me to do it right.

Brooke
BrookeluvsadamFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-22 13:22:00
Middle East and North AfricaVISA IN HAND ( AFTER 2.5 years of waiting )
Congratulations and good luck with the rest of the journey.
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-03-29 19:11:00
Middle East and North AfricaVisa approved!
CONGRATS!!!!!!
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-04-12 11:45:00
Middle East and North AfricaVISA APPROVED
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-09-06 14:55:00
Middle East and North AfricaFirst, Let me apologize for disappearing....
Congratulations on getting the visa. I know Casa is a tough one. Best of luck in adjusting to your new life together.
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-10-06 14:06:00
Middle East and North AfricaI wanted to share something nice my husband said last night
Well, I'm jumping in a little late in the game, but I have to add a post as well.

There are MANY things I love about my man. One of them is that he calls me his Queen and he SURE treats me like one.

Another is that he will talk to me any time. If I'm having a bad day or missing him or I just want to hear his voice, I know I can call him at ANY hour of the day or night and he will pick up the phone and talk to me. One time, I was really upset and I just needed to hear his voice. So I called him in the middle of the night and I could tell I woke him up. He didn't complain, he just spent an hour on the phone with me, listening to me talk it out and telling me how much he loves me. It made me feel better and it made me feel so loved!!!
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-10-26 22:40:00
Middle East and North AfricaVISA IN HAND!!!!!!!
Congrats!!!! I've heard that Morocco is a tough Consulate. I'm happy for you. And GOOD LUCK to all the rest!!!
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-11-27 16:04:00
Middle East and North AfricaVisa in Hand!!!!!!
CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!! And GOOD LUCK to all those still waiting in Egypt!!!!!!!
Queen JennFemaleNigeria2007-11-27 16:05:00
Middle East and North AfricaCasablanca

Hi, I was just wondering if anyone here is waiting for an interview in Morocco? Our I-130 was re affrimed January 11, 2006. We were originally denied the K 3 visa last March and BCIS overturned it. I know NVC has to make the appointment, but what is taking so long???

Sorry it is taking so long. The waiting is hell. It took NVC 2 months just to schedule our interview after completing our case, then another month for the interview. Good luck and hang in there.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-04-05 17:42:00
Middle East and North AfricaM/E Girls Special K Challenge
I thought you were talking about a different special K. Sounds interesting though.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-05-25 17:48:00
Middle East and North AfricaReturning Petitions to the United States via 221g
I totally agree. A central site could be extreemely usefull. Good luck on your quest.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-02-28 17:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNeed Advice Please

I think you can be a legal permant resident and file the I-130. Im not certain!

That is my understanding as well.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-01-30 11:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI864 Quick Question
I had the same worries when sending those in. They can make it so confusing. But you are right. If you meet the income guidelines and have no other household members then you don't need to do anything with those forms.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-01-30 11:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnother tax question, sorry !

I have two questions for the board: When my wife arrives in the U.S. how long does she have to wait till she can apply for a SSN? (I need her SSN number to do my taxes this year)
How long does it take to receive her green card once she enters the U.S.? Her POE will be Miami
sometime in March.

Thanks and good luck to everyone out there :P


You can get her a ITIN number instead of a social for tax purposes. I think it is form W7. As far as I know you need her original signature on that though.

My husband did not wait for his social. Instead we went to the local ss office and applied for it. He recieved his in the mail one week after he applied. Got the green card aproximately 3 weeks after POE.

Good Luck.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-02-01 13:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnother tax question, sorry !

I did the H&R block estimate - married filing seperate I get $800 back, doing it filing jointly the return is over $4K! So it is quite clear that it will be worth the hassle for me to get my husband an INIT

My question, do I file his W-7 form with MY return? Since he is in not living in US is that correct? I saw in the instructions you are supposed to mail it with a return to a seperate address but doesn't say WHOSE return specifically.

And do I put his income from Canada? he worked for 4 months last year - I don't think it'll change my return that much but I wanted to understand this... on his end, does he have to file jointly even though not in US?

I am going to be seeing my husband in 2 weeks so it should be fairly easy to get his sig on the return, get his passport notarized and get the INIT signed. I prolly should make an appt with a tax person asap.


Yes you are saposed to send it along with your return.

Not sure about his income. My accountant said that my hubby did not have a significant enough income and so there was no need to list it. Maybe there is a minimum amount.

I'm confused. You only need to file one return, if filing joint. So he would not need a separate one here.
joejFemaleNigeria2006-01-30 11:13:00