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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWaiting time
QUOTE (evanscholly @ Jul 17 2009, 08:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I tried to log in to my USCIS website to check my status but I couldn't get into my account so i called the customer service thinking since i couldn't get my status online that might mean i have been approved or they are updating my status to reflect the approval only to be told by the customer service person [I finally got through to a human] that I still have to wait for 73 more days because right now VSC is dealing with December petitions. I am really tired of all this waiting. I told her i will be out of the timeline in 73 days and she said to call back if that happens [as if i will get a human to answer my questions again] I told her why are people who filed after me getting their approval if they are truly working on December petitions, she couldn't answer the question. I don't really make a fuss about things but I am just frustated, can't go for a visit cos i don't have vacation time nor the money for that right now. This is truly frustrating, is there anything i can do right now [Please don't say you need to be patient] I am already doing that and believe me it's not fun. Just needed to vent. crying.gif sad.gif



My update doesn't show at all online, it still says that my 'returned' petition for further review for K1 was recieved on February 4th, 2009 but I've gotten two letters, one from USCIS dated June 9, 2009 stating their reaffirmation of my petition and one from NVC dated July 10, 2009 stating they've forwarded the peitition back to the consulate in Delhi.

I wouldn't overly rely on the website since they're not updating it regularly but you can call either USCIS or the NVC and DOS to check your status.

Edited by hkgaur, 18 July 2009 - 01:37 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-07-18 13:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterviews
QUOTE
Does it matter if i also attend him in india for the interview?


I was looking in the Delhi website just today and came across this information about the 'interested party' attending the interview.

Here is what it says...

Due to security concerns and space limitations, U.S. consular sections do not permit interested parties such as friends, relatives, attorneys, or business contacts to attend the visa interview of an immigrant visa applicant or intervene on their behalf during the interview.

If an interested party wishes to provide information to a specific consular section concerning a particular visa applicant, they are encouraged to supply this information directly to the applicant. The applicant can then bring this information to their visa interview.

Source: http://newdelhi.usem...ntdparties.html

The very best of luck to you both!

Edited by hkgaur, 21 August 2009 - 08:33 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-21 20:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshelp me
QUOTE (mackenson @ Aug 23 2009, 09:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
went to enbassade U.S. for the interview for my visa k1, the enbassase denied visas because appears your engagement is for immigration purposes only. you are therefore refused the visa help me tell me if I am appealing this decision has



Also send an 'email' requesting that the Senior Consulate Officer review your case as well as request new interview.

Edited by hkgaur, 23 August 2009 - 11:02 AM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-23 11:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 or K3 , my fiance is from Egypt
QUOTE
I would suggest that you file for the K3 instead if the K1. One reason being that they deal with the K3 a bit more conscientiously because he/she is your 'spouse'.


QUOTE
Me and my SO went the K1 route and wished we had went with the K3 and believe that we'd be together today if we had.


QUOTE
Not that good of advice as K3s are a bit obsolete and not that funcional anymore Better to go with a CR-1.


QUOTE
Sorry, I meant K3



I humbly apologize for my ignorance and I stand corrected.

Here is a reply from an immigration attorney to the above post in regard to CR-1/IR-1 visa holders receive permanent resident status upon entry and can remain in the U.S. regardless of marital status :


lawyer4visa said:

HOLD ON THERE! Error!!! Fact Check: You say "CR-1/IR-1 visa holders receive permanent resident status upon entry and can remain in the U.S. regardless of marital status." This is not true. CR-1 means "Conditional Resident", and that residency is only good for two years. At the end of two years, you have to remove the conditions by showing you are still in a "good faith marriage" pursuant to the Marriage Fraud Act. You make is sound like you are home free, but that is not the case. If you have been married less than two years at the time you enter the US, your marriage status will make or break you!! If you get divorced, and you don't get the conditions removed on your CR-1 green card, you will be deported

Also, I checked Delhi emabassy website and they confirm that CR1's are being proccessed more efficiently and are taking no longer than the K1.

Being that the CR1's are 'immigrant visa's and not non-immigrant visa and allow your spouse to work immediately upon entry into the USA.

As 'Haole' had corrected me...This is most definately the best route to go.

Take care, Good luck and May God Bless you for whatever you decide!

Edited by hkgaur, 24 August 2009 - 12:11 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-24 12:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 or K3 , my fiance is from Egypt
QUOTE (hkgaur @ Aug 24 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE
Not that good of advice as K3s are a bit obsolete and not that funcional anymore Better to go with a CR-1.


Excuse. but that is WRONG, K1's are NOT obsolete.


Sorry, I meant K3's!


Here some info on K3's verses CR1's

The K3 visa is classified as a non-immigrant visa while the CR-1/IR-1 visa is classified as an immigrant visa. This means that the CR-1/IR-1 visa holder enters the U.S. as a permanent resident while the K3 visa holder must make an application after entry to adjust status to permanent resident.

Step
2The CR-1/IR-1 visa holder can work immediately upon entry to the U.S. with no restrictions. K3 visa holders must apply for employment authorization or wait until they receive a green card before accepting employment.

Step
3Although the CR-1/IR-1 visa holder benefits by entering the U.S. as a permanent resident, the approval process can be significantly longer for a CR-1/IR-1 visa than a K3 visa, meaning a longer separation for the couple.

Step
4Both types of visas allow travel outside the U.S. and re-entry. The CR-1/IR-1 visa holder receives a green card allowing open travel and the K3 visa is a multi-entry visa, meaning the holder may travel outside the U.S. for up to two years, or until permanent residence is approved.

Step
5After arriving in the U.S., if the K3 marriage fails before adjustment of status is complete, the visa holder must leave the U.S. CR-1/IR-1 visa holders receive permanent resident status upon entry and can remain in the U.S. regardless of marital status.

Take care!
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-24 11:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 or K3 , my fiance is from Egypt

QUOTE
Not that good of advice as K3s are a bit obsolete and not that funcional anymore Better to go with a CR-1.


Excuse. but that is WRONG, K1's are NOT obsolete.
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-24 11:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 or K3 , my fiance is from Egypt
QUOTE (shellee @ Aug 23 2009, 01:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello, my fiance is from Egypt. I live in Texas.
We met online about a year and a half ago. I just returned from my first official visit to Egypt.
We really want to get married and be together. I am not opposed to moving there and marrying him except for the fact that I want us to be freely able to travel back and forth from Egypt and the USA as a couple since obviously we have family in both places.
We have talked about my moving there and getting married and then starting the procedures for a spousal visa but I am aware that I would need to be a resident for at least 6 months prior to filing.
I have read that a k-1 is the quickest way but we really want to be together and to be married. Does anyone know the time difference between applying for a k-1 and if we married there and I then returned home and filed for a k-3 . If I do the later am I allowed to visit Egypt as often as i want while I wait for my spouse to be able to join me?
On another note, he has not fulfilled his military obligation yet in Egypt. It is postponed as of now.. will that hurt his chances for a visa?
Any advice that you can give me would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Shellee



I would suggest that you file for the K3 instead if the K1. One reason being that they deal with the K3 a bit more conscientiously because he/she is your 'spouse'.

Me and my SO went the K1 route and wished we had went with the K3 and believe that we'd be together today if we had.
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-23 13:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat's income requirement when filed for fiancee?
QUOTE (Ning @ Aug 24 2009, 07:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (hkgaur @ Aug 25 2009, 08:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Tristan Trung le @ Aug 24 2009, 06:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
does anybody know what's the income requirement when I live Houston Texas and want filed a fiancee case for my fiancee who live in Vietnam..I've reading the forum but dont know what's the income requirement..Thanks in advance


You must make 125% of the below.

The 2009 Poverty Guidelines for the
48 Contiguous States and the District of Columbia Persons in family Poverty guideline

1 person household-$10,830
2 person household -$14,570
3 person household -$18,310
4 person household-$22,050
5 person household-$25,790
6 person household-$29,530
7 person -household$33,270
8 person household -$37,010
For families with more than 8 persons, add $3,740 for each additional person.

Hi!

Good luck to you on your forthcoming Visa journey!

I think these numbers are for active duty military. The way I read the poverty levels its $18, 212.00 for 2 people.


Oops! You're right! It 'is' the active duty military guideline! Thanks for the much appreciated correction. smile.gif Take care and thank God there's the Right' info being given to 'cover' other's mistakes. smile.gif

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-24 20:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat's income requirement when filed for fiancee?
QUOTE (Tristan Trung le @ Aug 24 2009, 06:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
does anybody know what's the income requirement when I live Houston Texas and want filed a fiancee case for my fiancee who live in Vietnam..I've reading the forum but dont know what's the income requirement..Thanks in advance


You must make 125% of the below.

The 2009 Poverty Guidelines for the
48 Contiguous States and the District of Columbia Persons in family Poverty guideline

1 person household-$10,830
2 person household -$14,570
3 person household -$18,310
4 person household-$22,050
5 person household-$25,790
6 person household-$29,530
7 person -household$33,270
8 person household -$37,010
For families with more than 8 persons, add $3,740 for each additional person.

Hi!

Good luck to you on your forthcoming Visa journey!

Edited by hkgaur, 24 August 2009 - 07:18 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-24 19:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPlease Help! NVC
QUOTE (Mohan07 @ Aug 24 2009, 09:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks guys, atleast i am not alone. wish everyone happy journey. good.gif



I wish the same to you too, Mohan07! smile.gif
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-25 16:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPlease Help! NVC
QUOTE (Mohan07 @ Aug 23 2009, 01:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone,

This is my very first post on VJ, i have filled by K-1 petition in march and now my file is stuck at NVC for a month now, every time i call i just get to hear that its in additional processing and those guys don't even give the timeliness.

Can anybody guide me through this?

Thanks


Doesn't seem you're the only one going through this....

Go here: http://www.visajourn...howtopic=209226

and then here: http://www.visajourn...h...t=0&start=0

Hope this helps.

Edited by hkgaur, 23 August 2009 - 04:29 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-23 16:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance Received K1 Visa....
QUOTE (Forever In Love @ Aug 28 2009, 02:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Be glad he got his Visa... good.gif

There are lots of last minute things you have to do before you can fly away to another country.


I agree. Be happy that he's got his visa and is on his way to you, 2 days or two weeks, shopping or no shopping. Just be happy and continue to love each other. There's so many of us here who pray every single day to be in your shoes.

Edited by hkgaur, 28 August 2009 - 02:34 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-08-28 14:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat next after NVC?
QUOTE (k.loveh @ Sep 5 2009, 08:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Mohan07 @ Sep 2 2009, 08:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone, i just called the NVC and got to hear what i was waiting for a month , my case has been forwarded to US embassy on 25 Aug, and i have also tracked the shipment its DELIVERED kicking.gif

I need some guidance as to what all step now i have to take to get this thing done..allthough i have heard something about packet 3 and packet 4 that makes me hell confused ...

Thanks in advance.
Cheers



HI, Which US Embassy in India are you going through?


Type in Google the name of the Embassy, ie., US Embassy, Delhi or whatever it is, and the search results should show the website. Go there and you'll find out all you need to know about the Packet 3 and Packet 4. Then come back here for more research if necessary, not to mention the support you will get.

Good Luck to You and your loved one. We 'ALL' here know exactly what you're going through as far as being confused and we ALL have asked these same questions, So don't be daunted by others comments. Just take it one step at a time.

God Bless!
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-05 21:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat next after NVC?
QUOTE (Mohan07 @ Sep 2 2009, 08:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone, i just called the NVC and got to hear what i was waiting for a month , my case has been forwarded to US embassy on 25 Aug, and i have also tracked the shipment its DELIVERED kicking.gif

I need some guidance as to what all step now i have to take to get this thing done..allthough i have heard something about packet 3 and packet 4 that makes me hell confused ...

Thanks in advance.
Cheers



HI, Which US Embassy in India are you going through?
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-05 20:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion on NOA2
QUOTE (Stephen + Elisha @ Aug 31 2009, 07:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Zahid1982 @ Aug 31 2009, 07:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi
Our application for K1 visa was recieved by the CSC on July 8, 2009 and the cheque was cashed on July 13, 2009. We recieved NOA1 on July 23, 2009, now my question is how much time does it normally take for USCIS to send NOA2 to the petitioner.

My fiance is in Oregon and i am in India.


Thank you In advance


In addition to the good comments above, you can receive notices by email from USCIS when the status of your case changes. Status changes can be NOA2, or just someone working on your case. Go to www.uscis.gov, find the field marked "Check Case Status" in the lower right hand corner, and enter your receipt number (you can find this on your NOA1 hardcopy or on the back of the check that your fiance wrote for the I-129F filing fee; because your petition was filed at CSC, yours will start with WAC). Then click the option to receive updates by email and answer the questions that follow to create your account.


This hasn't been working very well. My case is still showing as being reviewed on the 'Check Case Status' rather than Re-approved and already at the embassy in Delhi waiting for the interview date. And I haven't once received one single email of any kind from them.

Edited by k.loveh, 05 September 2009 - 09:13 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-05 21:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRe-Opening a canceled File
QUOTE (ammo786 @ Jul 27 2009, 09:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Jul 14 2009, 07:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ammo786 @ Jul 7 2009, 11:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well i sent a letter to the embassy in Mumbai saying to cancel it, i never received any info after that. I never sent a letter to the USCIS or NVC saying to cancel it, but apparently i asked the Mumbai embassy they send the file to NVC to get it revoked upon my request so now I will be calling NVC tomorrow and see if I can stop it from being revoked and hopefully not start over because that is so much work! I just want my fiance here asap sad.gif .


So what did they say when you called?



Well they sent me a letter saying i have to start a new petition sad.gif



I didn't see or read your last post and replied with my story before doing so, but maybe someone else will see my reply and hopefully get it straightened out before it's too late.

Anyway, good luck to you and thanks for sharing your story with us.

Edited by k.loveh, 06 September 2009 - 12:14 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 12:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRe-Opening a canceled File
QUOTE (ammo786 @ Jul 7 2009, 11:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well i sent a letter to the embassy in Mumbai saying to cancel it, i never received any info after that. I never sent a letter to the USCIS or NVC saying to cancel it, but apparently i asked the Mumbai embassy they send the file to NVC to get it revoked upon my request so now I will be calling NVC tomorrow and see if I can stop it from being revoked and hopefully not start over because that is so much work! I just want my fiance here asap sad.gif.


I kinda did the same after a fight with my fiance. I sent an email asking them how I could cancel my petition and then immediately regretted it. I sent them another email telling them to ignore my previous email and they did as far as I know because I never heard from them on it, though they were 'probably' suspicious about the sincerety of our relationship because of it.

Anyway, afterwords he still went to the interview and was placed on AP until he could submit the extra requested documentation, such as his voters card, a copy of the past 5 years voters list from his local Elections Office, a notarized copy of my Passport including entry/exit stamps and a statement from him telling how we met, when we fell in love and why we decided to get married.

After he did this, the CO was still not convinced, I don't know if my above email had anything to do with it or not.

Eventually though, after the USCIS received my returned peition and reviewed the CO's notes, the USCIS re-affirmed my petition and sent it back to the Embassy without asking me for more proof (an NOIR or an NOID). I hope this give you some hope on your case.

Edited by k.loveh, 06 September 2009 - 12:07 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 12:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresApplied for K1 - can we apply for Visitor Visa?
QUOTE (Leo&Farah @ Jun 30 2009, 01:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Answered here.

Note: Asking in the same question in 3 different threads won't change the answers. Please refrain from spamming. [/petpeeve]



Some patience is needed and required for those who are not familure with posting in this forum or any other forum for that matter. Some do not know 'where' to post their inquiries and thus the reason why they repost it in others. And if one were to do something wrong due to a lack of knowledge, there are always more positive ways to get the correct info conveyed to them.




k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 12:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFill in your Timeline and get the Reporting you need
QUOTE
the system is completely worthless except as bubble gum to chew on while you wait



QUOTE
The less time you spend chewing the government bubblegum and more you spend on your future needs, the better off you will be


Me thinks he likes bubblegum. smile.gif


k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 23:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFill in your Timeline and get the Reporting you need
QUOTE (thongd4me @ Sep 6 2009, 07:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for the heads up Gary, you do have more experience than I, but do you have any problem with us filling in our VJ timelines?

That's my main complaint here.

The reporting tools I mentioned may have defects as you pointed out, but if they can be of any use in a case where snail mail fails, they may be a benefit in the end.

It also doesn't hurt to pick up the telephone, as mentioned by many other posters.


Though I'm guilty of not filling one in last year the first time around, I did use it and it was 'right on'. So in my humble opinion, it does work or at the very least, it can help. Unfortunate that it may not for some, but for others....
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 23:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresevidence
QUOTE (macd @ Sep 7 2009, 11:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jazminpena123 @ Sep 7 2009, 05:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HI!!!!

i got a letter requesting evidence from 2 years! but we only have a year and 6 months! i have pictures....do u think that would be a problem if we havent meet 2 years back?


I think they only need evidence of a relationship within the last 2 years. Can anyone back me up on that?

QUOTE (k.loveh @ Sep 7 2009, 05:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jazminpena123 @ Sep 7 2009, 11:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HI!!!!

i got a letter requesting evidence from 2 years! but we only have a year and 6 months! i have pictures....do u think that would be a problem if we havent meet 2 years back?



No, no problem. As long as you've met in person 'within' the last 2 years, not that it had to have been 2 years ago. smile.gif I know...it is sometimes confusing. smile.gif Good Luck to you.


oops! sorry k loveh! I didn't see your post there : ) I'm in bed with the flu and not concentrating so well. Looks like I was right though : )


Lol! yep, I think we posted at the same time. smile.gif But you're backed up for sure. smile.gif Take care of that flu and hope you're better soon. smile.gif
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-07 11:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresevidence
QUOTE (jazminpena123 @ Sep 7 2009, 11:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HI!!!!

i got a letter requesting evidence from 2 years! but we only have a year and 6 months! i have pictures....do u think that would be a problem if we havent meet 2 years back?



No, no problem. As long as you have the evidence that you have a sincere relationship and that you've met in person 'within' the last 2 years would be a good thing too, not that it had to have been 2 years ago. smile.gif I know...it is sometimes confusing. smile.gif Good Luck to you.

Edited by k.loveh, 07 September 2009 - 11:38 AM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-07 11:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurestaking all info to india myself
QUOTE (CTRL+ALT+DEL @ Aug 31 2009, 09:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ak+Tk @ Aug 28 2009, 12:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello everyone!

So my fiance Mani and i have decieded that the only secure way for me to send all info need for his interview at Dehli is if i bring it myslef, i also dont trust the systems in india for receiving and send a large box that says from USA on it. i dont think he would ever receive it, so after NOA2 is received( hope its approved) then i will be on my way to deliver the doucuments, n also since there 3 holidays in next two months Dushehra n Dewali and one more on the 7th september. My furture sister in-law who also just moved to australa will return to india also and we will celebrate as a family for dewali and finishing our visa process together! kicking.gif

I am looking forward to this so much, hope its comes soon!
good.gif


If you've had personal experience with having your stuff stolen, tough luck.

but making a blanket statement about stuff will get stolen is childish. i've sent numerious packages to my fiance via courier (Bombino express) and not even once it has been delivered late, misplaced, broken, nothing.

btw, bombino express is about the best courier to india (maybe they deliver to other places too?) - they charged me $15 for 2 LB package and it reached my fiance in about 3-4 days.



I don't think it was a blanket statement at all as the problem with lost packages, documents occur in any country with any service. It's only natural in general to feel insecure when our docs packages have such a long way to travel, regardless of what courior we use. Bombino is not immune to this. They also only deliver to certain cities in India. I personally use UPS with tracking to far more locations in India (http://www.ups.com/content/in/en/locations/dropoff/index.html?WT.svl=PNRO_L1) than Bombino and feel more confident with using them even though they are expensive. So for me, UPS is no. 1.

Edited by k.loveh, 06 September 2009 - 11:23 AM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 11:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresYoung couple seeking some help ;o
QUOTE (Rossuk @ Sep 8 2009, 05:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you for the quick response smile.gif.

So within 6-8 months of meeting eachother and applying for the K1 Visa I'll be able to live with her in America, then I would need to wait 90 days after applying for the correct forms to be able to work there legally, is that correct?

So applying for a green card then marrying her would be alot slower then right?

Is there anything else I would need to know?

Thanks for the help though!


I applied for the K1 (fiance visa) and if I could go back in time, I would have marreid him, and then knowing what I know now, filed for a CR1.
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-08 17:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow long before interview?
QUOTE (Shivali @ Sep 6 2009, 10:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (k.loveh @ Sep 6 2009, 11:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Shivali @ Sep 5 2009, 11:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hey guys! my fiance' received his packet in mail a couple of weeks ago. he sent the necessary documents back last week. how long before the mumbai consulate sets an appointment for an interview.
i called the mumbai consulate 2 days ago they told me nothing. what happens from here on?




I'm not sure if the Mumbai US Embassy branch does it the same way or not, but
my fiance submitted his Ds-230 and Applicants Statement from Packet 4 on the 24th of August and a confirmation of receipt came from the Delhi Embassy on Sept 2. They informed me that the interview appointments are made during the first week of each month for the 'following' month.

We haven't heard anything from them about the appointment yet, but do expect to soon. I'll update you when I find out.

yes my fiance had to send back ds 230 and a signed checklist that he will have all documents required for the interview at the time of his appointment. and he sent it out last monday! so i hope we get a date soon! i booked my tickets to india in nov for all the pre wedding ceremonies.



Sorry....I meant to say PACKET 3, not 4 in my previous post. smile.gif I am happy for you. I just returned from there on a 9 week visit and loved every single minute. Wish I were going back.
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 21:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshow long before interview?
QUOTE (Shivali @ Sep 5 2009, 11:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hey guys! my fiance' received his packet in mail a couple of weeks ago. he sent the necessary documents back last week. how long before the mumbai consulate sets an appointment for an interview.
i called the mumbai consulate 2 days ago they told me nothing. what happens from here on?




I'm not sure if the Mumbai US Embassy branch does it the same way or not, but
my fiance submitted his Ds-230 and Applicants Statement from Packet 4 on the 24th of August and a confirmation of receipt came from the Delhi Embassy on Sept 2. They informed me that the interview appointments are made during the first week of each month for the 'following' month.

We haven't heard anything from them about the appointment yet, but do expect to soon. I'll update you when I find out.

Edited by k.loveh, 06 September 2009 - 10:41 AM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-06 10:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Service?
QUOTE (misswhy @ Aug 29 2009, 08:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am here to learn how the whole K-1 process gets done.. for if and when I get there.. just want to know what to expect. So far, what information I've seen from the experiences of others has been informative.

However, I've heard of people hiring attorneys or a "visa service".. although I'm not quite sure what either of these are supposed to provide that the person of average intelligence can't do on their own.

I wondered if anyone has had good results with these, of if there is any true benefit to using them at all?



I used one called 'Immigration Docs' and from our experience, it was a total waste of money because they weren't any help at all except for helping with paperwork which we could have done on our own. You find more authentic info here at VJ than we got from them and the best part is the advice is free that come from those who've been through this.

I wouldn't hire an attorney either unless they have direct experience with the Embassy/Country you're going through and you need the legal help. It won't help you in getting the visa by just hiring an attorney for the sake of having an attorney.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-14 13:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVerifying bank records
QUOTE (ms_jinga_lala @ Sep 22 2009, 03:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Okay, I went to my bank and they didn't know about these kinds of letters that are required for the affidavit of support. This is a nationally recognized chain, just fyi. Anyway, the bank officer told me to print out my statements, highlight all of my deposits and bring them back. She would then type up the letter on business letterhead and notarize it for me. Is that going to be acceptable (it will have the other required information too) for the filing process? Not sure if it matters, but our consulate is New Delhi, our service center is VSC. Thanks in advance! Any input is appreciated.



This way is alright.

My bank made a printout of my deposits only for the past one year, totaled them up and then a bank officer (branch Manager) stamped it with their 'bank stamp' and signed it. That was it and it seems it sufficed.

Edited by k.loveh, 26 September 2009 - 09:23 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-26 21:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCompletely random question
QUOTE (Bob 4 Anna @ Sep 22 2009, 04:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It's called qualifing with assets!

Just like having big $ assets today is no guarantee that you'll still have them in 1 year, having a good job today doesn't guarantee that you'll still have it {or an equally good one) in 1 year.



So therefore all the above situations should be treated equally! smile.gif

Edited by k.loveh, 26 September 2009 - 09:27 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-26 21:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMistakes on forms
QUOTE (mari joe @ Sep 28 2009, 01:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i like alla and garys' response. if it is possible have your SO go to the interview. That would satisfy the questions that they may have. Good luck to you and God bless. John 14:14



Re: John 14:14

So true. smile.gif

I agree with Alla and Gary as well, this is most definately the best option if you can afford it.
k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-28 14:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMistakes on forms
QUOTE (lara&pawan @ Sep 28 2009, 11:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Sep 28 2009, 11:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (lara&pawan @ Sep 28 2009, 11:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Help! Me and my fiance have filed the I-129F form. It has been approved by the CSC and the NVC has received it, but when I called to confirm the NVC had it I realized I had put the wrong date of birth on the I129 F. In addtition to this my fiance does not have his actual birth certificate. He does have an Indian passport and can provide all the secondary evidence necessary to confirm his actual date of birth though. What should we do? Will this mess up our petition?


Your petition has already been approved, so NO it will not mees up your petition. I would offer to correct the mistake at the consulate interview. He will need his birth certificate at the interview or a good reason he does not have one. Birth certificates are not just an easy thing for some countries and the consulate understands this. If he cannot get a copy of the birth certificate before the interview, then get whatever documentation he can to prove his date of birth and that the certificate is not available.

"inconvenience" is NOT a valid excuse for not having a document, they do not care if it is EASY to get, only if it is impossible to get.


Thank you so much. I have been stressing about this ever since I realized my mistake. I figured that since the petition has been approved they haven't had a problem doing the initial background checks, but this is too important to make mistakes. Now I'll just make sure he gets all of his documents for the interview and hope that it goes well? Does it help the interview at all if I am present?


Just write an email to the Embassy explaining this along with the correct B-Day. You can also write a statement up as well to the CO with the same explanation as addtitional back-up and when you submit your other documents to VFS, submit this too. I write the embassy all the time mis-spelling my fiance's name and so forth. They are used to goofs, so don't be over-worried. Also, you can contact the USCIS and NVC to inform them of your mistake. This will help alleviate your concerns. It really is not a big deal though as long as you 'acknowledge' it to the appropriate entities.

Edited by k.loveh, 28 September 2009 - 11:57 AM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-09-28 11:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThe Continued Waiting Game...
QUOTE (yankee_87 @ Oct 7 2009, 08:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I called up the NVC and they informed me that our I-129F package was sent August 31st of this year. I assume that it has already made its way to the Embassy. But its been way too long for us to have not heard anything. We have been waiting over a month for her packet to come in. Does anyone have information on how to contact the Embassy? Or how long the usual expected wait is?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.



You're in the right time frame, (it took a month between the NVC and Embassy in our case as well) so be a little more patient and you should be hearing something soon.

Just type in google the Embassy your applying at to find their website link and therein you should find their contact info for visa inquiries. (Example: US Embassy, Delhi)

Edited by k.loveh, 07 October 2009 - 08:46 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-07 20:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIncome requirement confusion
QUOTE (Jenn and Fuat @ Oct 10 2009, 12:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I thought I had a good grasp of the I-134 requirement, and was under the assumption that to do this without a sponsor I need to make 125% above the poverty line for a household of two ( me and my fiance). Now I'm confused and have a few questions.

I was just reading another thread that said I must make 3 x 125% of the poverty line and NOT the 125% listed on the guide sheet. Now I can't find that thread to ask about this.. so I apologize if this is in the wrong place.

Do I need to make the 125% of the poverty line for a household of two ( this would be $26,325) or do I need to make 3 x the 125%.. which would mean I would need to make $78,975 to do this without a co-sponsor?

If I need to make 3 x 125% then I have another question.. In 2006 and 2007, I made less than that but in 2008 I made more than 3 x 125% .. for 2009 I will make less than the 3 X 125% as my company will not be giving bonuses this year. I'm going to be a little short of the requirement if I need to make 3 x 125 %. If we are lucky enough to get through all this before having to file 2009 taxes ( I don't think we will be that lucky).. would we be ok if I met the requirement in 2008, but not the two years previous to that?

and.. are they looking at GROSS income or NET income for the year?

Now I am really confused. That other post has made me think I am going to need a sponsor.


Do the same income requirements apply to all immigrant visa applicants even if they use the I-134?

No. The 125 percent minimum income requirement, the most recent year's tax return and other requirements only apply when an I-864 is needed. Applicants using the I-134 will need to show that their sponsor's income is 100 percent of federal poverty guidelines as required under Section 212(a)(4) of the INA.

Source: http://travel.state.....html#Immigrant

Edited by k.loveh, 10 October 2009 - 12:58 PM.

k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-10 12:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresKi1 Fiance Checklist sent to Beneficiary / Income.
QUOTE (ninja636 @ Oct 10 2009, 12:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
k1-My fiance is in France, but she is brazilian, SO. blink.gif
I was wondering blush.gif if anyone has a fiance checklist from USAs embassy in france. I just want to get ready what ever she needs.(thinking ahead).

    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-10 13:43:00
    K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresanswers from USCIS director
    QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Oct 14 2009, 04:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Q. Some people have adopted a practice called "front loading" of petitions for certain difficult consulates or consulates in countries with elaborate traditions of engagement ceremonies, Viet Nam and Thailand for example.  It is well known this is not needed for USCIS for the petition and it is also well known that all this gets forwarded to the consulate where they cannot "refuse" to consider it as evidence of relationship.  Some consulates have a habit of refusing to look at evidence and then denying the visa for "lack of evidence". 
     
    Does adding additional documents to a petition slow the petition approval process?


    No, it does not slow anything at USCIS. We are now getting into the realm of DOS. CIS tends to treat the engagement ceremonies with a grain of salt. Give us some decorations and you and I can be engaged. They are sort of like Chinese notorial birth certificates. They go into an office and give some bongo bucks and say, yeah I was born in this town or province on such and such day and those people over there are my parents. If the money is good, the certificate is written and notarized. The best thing to do is provide the evidence as stipulated in the I-129F instructions. A good way of proving the 2 year meeting rule is to have a picture taken that is easily identifiable as to date taken. Holding today's newspaper with the date and headline visible is good. Vietnam, China and India (Indian sub-continent) is rife with fraud so those consulates are a bit more difficult to work with.

    Q. What percentage, would you say, of USCIS work is reviewing returned petitions (returned from consulates with no visa issued)?


    We really don't get a lot of returned 129Fs. There is a time limitation placed on them so it really isn't conducive to having a second look taken. Best thing to do with a denied 129F is to either re-file taking into account the outcome of the last interview. The consular officer will normally explain the deficiencies and what needs to be done to overcome them. The other options are go back and marry or (not to sound cruel) find a new fiance. Once again, the main area of denial is the countries and areas mentioned above. There are other things the consulate looks at - marriage customs in the country and social strata.

     
    Q. The Department of State seems to have a similar call center to USCIS (maybe it is the same one!) Where no one can seem to get a relevent answer, particularly regarding the NVC.  I know this is not your area of responsibility but...
     
    Is there a number people can call and get a knowledgeable human to speak to?  Would this regard actions at consulates as well as NVC?  A particular person or department?




    4. Hate to say it but the public is at the whim of some idiot contractor. I don't think some of them walk upright. Best thing is to read the instructions and follow them to the letter. If they give some attorney lots of blank checks he is going to do just that, read the instructions. The web group you are with is another great source of knowledge and sturdy shoulders.

    I am reciewing an application for a supervisory position at work so I will get back to that and will try to finish this tomorrow or Friday.
    if any of this babble leaves you scratching your head and saying "what the hell is he trying to tell me" just pick up the phone and we can try the fallback plan


    Thanks so much Gary for all your efforts on getting these questions answered. It sure is a blessing to have you here.

    Edited by k.loveh, 15 October 2009 - 03:43 PM.

    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-15 15:43:00
    K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAfter Intv. How long is visa valid before arriving in US?
    Yeap, the above members have it right, 6 months to use visa and 3 months from point of entry to marry. smile.gif
    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-20 20:36:00
    K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHAPPY DIWALI TO ALL!
    QUOTE (D&R @ Oct 20 2009, 08:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    What the hell does this have to do with K1 Visas? blink.gif


    Whats the big deal to you if it doesn't pertain to k1? And why make a comment like that? Because you're in a foolish mood? Please don't post in any of my topics if they do not pertain to you and your particular moods/likes and dislikes. blink.gif


    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-25 17:14:00
    K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHAPPY DIWALI TO ALL!
    QUOTE (ddartt1 @ Oct 17 2009, 03:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    yes.gif

    Happy Diwali!


    HAPPY DIWALI to you too ddartt1! good.gif star_smile.gif
    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-17 15:12:00
    K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHAPPY DIWALI TO ALL!
    QUOTE (MonkeyJuice @ Oct 17 2009, 12:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Happy Diwali!! star_smile.gif


    HAPPY DIWALI to you too MonkeyJuice! luv.gif
    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-17 14:30:00
    K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHAPPY DIWALI TO ALL!
    QUOTE (thongd4me @ Oct 17 2009, 03:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    QUOTE (k.loveh @ Oct 16 2009, 08:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    HAPPY DIWALI Everyone! smile.gif heart.gif

    I would like to Wish you all a Happy Diwali as well as share my favorite Diwali quotes! Please share your favorite's too!

    "May you all attain full inner illumination! May the supreme light of lights enlighten your understanding! May you all attain the inexhaustible spiritual wealth of the Self! May you all prosper gloriously on the material as well as spiritual planes!"

    "Let this diwali burn all your bad times and enter you in good times!"


    Is that a misspelling of "Wally World" - National Lampoon's Vacation?

    Wally World

    Just kidding.

    May you find Shivalinga at Pankot Palace and bring her back to the village.


    Thanks for sharing.

    Shiva is a 'He', Linga means 'symbol' or 'Mark' representing Absolute and Single power of the universe. ...Pankot Palace is a fictionary location introduced in the Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Movie.


    		k.lovehFemaleIndia2009-10-17 12:31:00