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Mailing/emailing ds230 to Jamaica.

Ops my phone posted this twice. I know I'll be hearing about it lol

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-14 16:10:00

Mailing/emailing ds230 to Jamaica.

Ok so I mailed original ds230 august 29 while in Jamaica. Also emailed ds230 but I haven't got a response at all not even the reciept email.

I've used both emails provided on embassy info site link on here.
Also wrote 2nd inquiry plus case number In the subject line.
Also emailed from my work.

Idk what's going on

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-14 15:50:00

http://www.mns.gov.jm/article/services

Well he went today applied for it. Cost 3500 they said he'll get a call when it's done in 25 working days.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-08 13:59:00

Swetheart, Jamaica doesn;t hav a K1 (this is a US term). Now are you trying to marry and live in Jamaica?

OK. I applied for K1 and need the POLICE RECORD FOR his interview

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-06 17:09:00

For k1 visa

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-06 15:54:00

So whats the first step to obtaining PR in Jamaica?

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-06 15:32:00

Questions bout interview in Jamaica!!

Hello everyone!!

I'm kinda concerned. My fiancé doesnt have an interview date and I've already sent his binder for interview with most receive everything. Do you thing this is ok?

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-16 10:13:00

True, and not to take over OP questions here, but the officers did tell fiance that it's something they just started doing at the local offices..?

I totally agree with this! If possible, add the extra money for the quicker service so it's ready in a week!!

This makes me feel a it better. When I was at tax payer office I did see a sign up saying something about it. But left before I had chance to read it.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 15:06:00

Btw his cousin who is now in us as of two weeks ago. He did same exact thing and got approved... So idk what the he'll is gping on lol

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 15:04:00

Yes! I spoke in person to one officer in St Mary parish and then another on the phone, both reassuring me that these records can be picked up at these local offices!??

What office did he go to? I don't understand how it says on the website for St. Mary parish office that it can be LOCAL ONLY records yet the officers on the phone say nooo they'll do the foreign ones too...

Idk I just member him talkin to the lady @ MOJ and heard her ask what's the purpose for this. he said he needs a police record or his FIANCE visa k1 interview. So she said what embassy y idk lol he said Kingston.

She's 7000?????? Ready in 25 days pick up at st Ann runAway bay tax payer office.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 15:01:00

I emailed them.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 12:33:00

He was talking to the lady at MOJ while I was on the phone. That is what she told him. I don't like the sound of it I'm worried but what can I do.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 12:06:00

Actually he went to Kingston and they tol him 25 bis days so he may not get by interview. So by sept 15th it should b ready but idk if he'll get it cause u know how they work. He get to pick it up at tax payer office in his town

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 11:20:00

Ok so our interview is oct 21 for the k1 visa. I'm concerned bout the police record. He went and applied and they told him should be ready on 15tj oct.
Do you think well get it in time. Sometimes they take longer :-(

Has anyone (Jamaican Filers) have a problem with getting back police record after they tell u should get it?

Is there away to speed it up.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-09-20 09:29:00

Do you have a complaint bout you're interviewer?

We strive to provide quality service to our customers. If we have not lived up to this commitment, or if we have met or exceeded your expectations, please let us know. To comment on the services provided at this office, please write to the Field Office Director at the address given above, or to the:

District Director
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
PO Box 9000,
Brownsville, TX 78520

If you feel you were mistreated by a U.S. immigration employee, or wish to make a complaint of misconduct by a U.S. immigration employee, you may write to the District Director, or write directly to the:

Department of Homeland Security
USCIS
Attn: Chief, International Operations Division
20 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 3300
Washington, DC 20529-2100

Forms

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-10-26 16:48:00

Thank you!!! I pray it wil larrive This week.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-11-13 12:35:00

Thanks I've already emailed each email that's provided.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-11-12 02:10:00

Immigrant Visas
Tel: 876-702-6000
E-mail: kingstonIV@state.gov

IS THIS CORRECT??

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-11-12 00:05:00

NEVER MIND FOUND IT!!!!!

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-11-11 23:41:00

Hoping to get some good answers here.

Ok so my fiancé still hasn't got his visa yet. Other people who had their interviews after he did already got theirs tuesday and Wednesday. Does anyone know how I can contact embassy. I looked at the Jamaica embassy info tab and the # isn't there anymore.
When he got approved I waited 2 days and checked DHL said shipment picked up or whatever so I thought it was on it's way. I'm an idiot I go and book our tickets. Go to check next day it says on hold and hasn't changed. I'm kinda worried. Our flight doesn't leave till Dec 1st but still. I already know I SHOULDN'T HAVE DONE THAT but it's to late what is done now. I've emailed them but no answer. So hoping someone will help out with a number that will get me straight to a person....

Thanks so much I'n advance.

Edited by LexiandAnthony, 11 November 2011 - 11:25 PM.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-11-11 23:22:00

Preparing for Interview-Phone records?

Phone record was the first thing they asked for at toney interview. It was the only evidence they looked at. Ne'ver looked at anything else. :-/ I was so nervous about that. I think u should try your hardest to get phone bills. They never asked for skype.

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-11-21 09:42:00

Middle East and North Africa

I-134 Question

I was way over the guideline. I still added 4 Yeats taxes and 8 months of bank statements. They took all four w2 and all 8 months of bank statements from both bank accounts. Plus i134

LexiandAnthony

Female

Jamaica

2011-12-02 17:55:00

Immigrant visa approval process after interview in Qatar

1.5 months?!?! nooo..... Our 1 year wedding anniversary is in less than 3wks, I was praying we would be together by then...

Hi,

Sorry, I was talking about my interview date prior to the passport took 1.5 months. Passport stamp could be different under AP. I was just telling you my previous experienced in Qatar. Just pray that everything will be fine.

Regards.

maricel3155

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2014-06-18 10:52:00

Middle East and North Africa

Immigrant visa approval process after interview in Qatar

Hi hrojo8,

I agree with Leatherneck's comment here. My visa also was process there in Doha,Qatar. It took them 1.5 months to approved my papers after they received my documents from NVC. No one really knows how things go around inside the AP. During those times, I have also lost patience and I keep calling them but don't worry everything will be fine.

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2014-06-18 09:24:00

Middle East and North Africa

Immigrant visa approval process after interview in Qatar

Hello everyone, my husband and I is confused about the immigrant visa process after the interview. Consulate Officer took my husband's passport after the interview and told him he will get a call from her colleagues. He had his interview on June 1 in Doha, Qatar and ever since then, ceac status is stuck on "Ready" (but date is updated each time I send an email to request status). He was missing his police clearance because it had expired but had submitted it 2 days after his interview. I have read a couple of reviews from other people who had interviews in Qatar who received their visa the following day of interview or within a week. It has been 2wks for us now, excluding their weekends(Fri & Sat). Does anyone know what is the normal waiting process after the interview is conducted in general or in Qatar? We are at the home stretch but how much longer do we wait from here?

Hi,

I believed your husband is put under AP (Administrative Process) if I'm not mistaken. No one really knows what is happening during this period but it will probably run from days, weeks or even months. The reason the date keeps changing when you check the status is that someone has "touched" your husband's papers. This means that it's moving and it's a sign of progress. Just pray that they will release it soon.

Regards.

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2014-06-18 00:00:00

too much curious

Thank you so much maricel and terran...

Goodluck to your interview keep us posted for any help you might ask. Godspeed

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2013-11-21 02:13:00

too much curious

Hi.. just want to ask do I need ds 156 ds156k and ds157?? For my intrrview?? I thought only ds 160.. I only have ds 160..

I believe you only need DS-160. Before My packet 3 Instruction contains DS-156 &156k but after they changed it that we only need to apply for DS-160. Hope this helps.

maricel3155

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2013-11-21 00:20:00

When to submit Form DS-160

And also, it's possible for the petitioner to complete the form DS 160 and email the print out to the beneficiary for the interview?

Thanks

Hi,

Good day to you. I guess the best time to fill-out the DS-160 is when the US embassy sends you the instruction. Filling out the DS-160 is easy and also you need to comply the other requirements by US embassy.

Yes, you can fill-out the form online in behalf but for the sake of the beneficiary's familiarity, he/she should fill it out. Most of the questions there are about himself/herself. The best thing to do is assist him/her in filling out the form online.

maricel3155

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2013-12-07 12:30:00

Help!!! Police certificate

Police Records

Available, only if applicant is physically present in the UAE.

Police certificates may be obtained by any person, regardless of nationality, by personally appearing at the Central Police Headquarters located in the emirate of residence or former residence. When appearing to request a police certificate, the applicant should provide recent photographs, a letter from the requesting authority, the date of residence in the emirate, and their passport.

Not available by mail. Post recommends that consular officers waive the general requirement to obtain police certificates unless the applicant lives in the UAE.

please explain the meaning of this paragraph

you mean to say i have to be physical present tere to get a PCC FROM UAE

Hi,

Just wanted share my actual experience. I, also took Police Certificate in Dubai, UAE recently. I have a previous record of getting a police clearance before I left Dubai in 2010. When I called Dubai Police on how to obtain it from outside country. They have instructed me that i need someone who lives in Dubai that could process it in-behalf of me. I called my colleague ans I ask for assistance. I just only submitted my old copy of police clearance and picture and ofcourse the fee. And after 3 days it was issued and couriered in my home country.

maricel3155

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2013-12-15 12:07:00

What exactly do I need to take notes on? Of course you do not need a co/joint sponsor if you meet the income requirements. I am not sure why you are telling me something I and most anyone already knows.

Maybe you need to re-read my response. I was saying the I-864 is not typically used for K-1 visas. The I-134 is used, for the USC petitioner and any co-sponsor they might need. Some consulates ask for the I-864 from a co-sponsor, but this is not something that happens at all consulates or for most cases, as in what is required for Qatar is not necessarily what is required for other countries.. For most cases and consulates, only the I-134 is used for a K-1 visa by the petitioner and co-sponsor, if needed. The I-864 is needed for AOS, after you are in the US and married.

Hi I'm just noting your comment. But no offense. It's just a pointer or additional comments that you have provided. Are you a lawyer? You'd better start you own Immigration law firm and rather than arguing here. It seems you know everything. Is there anything against you that I'm commenting on. What I'm seeing here is bitterness from my pointer. I don't know why you're acting like that. My goodness you're taking this seriously huh. If I offended you, well I'm sorry.

maricel3155

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2013-12-16 01:40:00

Different consulates have different requirements. That is why everyone should read and follow the instructions from their own consulate and not another country's. For most consulates that accept co-sponsors with the K-1, the USC petitioner and co-sponsor fill out an I-134. No I-864 used for the K-1 visa. If a consulate specifically requests that a co-sponsor provide an I-864 instead, then of course you would follow their instructions.

Hi,

Take note on this:

If the petitioner?s income doesn?t meet 125% of the HHS Poverty Guidelines

a Joint Sponsor must provide the following requirements:

Affidavit of support I-864, signed by the Joint Sponsor

You don't need to have a joint sponsor if your meeting above 125% of poverty guidelines.

maricel3155

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2013-12-15 22:51:00

most welcome and goodluck & Godbless both of you on your journey.

maricel3155

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2013-12-15 01:01:00

My case K1 visa was shipped to the DOS on Dec 13, so I need to know when is the best time to do it, what other forms we need to fill out???? My Fiance is in Dominican Republic.... thank you.

Hi,

The best time to fill-out DS-160 is when US Consulate sends the packet or instruction to your fiancee in Dominican Republic. Filling out DS-160 will take only 30 minutes or less. So no need to rush things in filling-out. What you need is to compile their requirements which takes sometimes. Here below is the sample instruction I receive from US Consulate when I'm processing my K-1. But of course other US Consulate may require similar but other requirements. Hope this helps.

The following items need to be completed by the beneficiary:

Medical (please refer to letter given or attached)

Police certificates

o Qatar

o Home Country

o Any country you have lived for 6 months or more

DS-160 www.trave.state.gov, or www.uscis.gov, or http://qatar.usembassy.gov

Birth Certificate (Original / Copy / Translation)

Marriage Certificate / Divorce Decree / Death Certificate (Original / Copy / Translation)

Divorce Certificate (Original / Copy / Translation)

Death Certificate (Original / Copy / Translation)

Other: (specified below)

Don?t pay any fees.

Payment will be at the consular section cashier.

_________________________________________________________________________________

The following Financial Documents need to be completed by the petitioner:

Affidavit of support: I-134 http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-864.pdf

Proof of citizenship or legal permanent residency

(copy of passport, naturalization certificate, U.S. birth certificate or green card)

Original current job letter for Sponsor on company letterhead (if employed)

Copy of tax 1040 for recent year, or notarized letter explaining why no taxes were filed

W2s for recent year, and proof of source of income if self-employed

(Include current business licenses, rental and/or lease agreements as appropriate)

If the petitioner?s income doesn?t meet 125% of the HHS Poverty Guidelines

a Joint Sponsor must provide the following requirements:

Affidavit of support I-864, signed by the Joint Sponsor

Original current job letter from Joint Sponsor, to include effective date on company letterhead

(If employed)

Copy of tax 1040 for recent year

W2s for recent year, or proof of source of income if self-employed

(Include business licenses, rental and/or lease agreements as appropriate)

Proof of Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency

(Copy of passport, naturalization certificate, U.S. birth certificate or green card)

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2013-12-15 00:21:00

Red flags

Here are my two cents on red flags..

Let's separate two important things here - what a "red flag" is, and what it is not.

A red flag is a metaphor used for peculiarities in a particular case. By peculiarity I mean something that might make a USCIS adjudicator, or consular officer decide to look a little closer at the case. Since this is a K-1 thread, I'm only going to discuss marriage based cases. To understand why your case might stand out, it really pays to look at your case from an outsider's perspective, rather than seeing it from your own biased view. I do not mean to offend anyone by saying biased, but let's face it, we are all all biased towards our own case because that is the only case we are not seeing from an outsider's point of view. No matter what evidence you have, no immigration officer will ever feel what you feel. They can only see the facts as they are presented to them.

An immigration/consular officer's job is to make a subjective opinion, often in a very short amount of time, based on the facts presented before them. Marriage based cases differ from other cases in that they are not presented with firm evidence such as a birth certificate or DNA to show a family relationship. Rather, they are presented with a certain set of (somewhat relevant) facts and evidence on which to make the decision of whether a legitimate family relationship exists. These officers generally go through multiple cases on any given work day. Naturally, certain things will stand out more than others. That's the essence of what a "flag" is - something in your case stands out from the other cases in the pile.

What makes the flag red is when the peculiarity, the thing that stands out, actually makes your case either seem less probable, or, that the flag is in the form of a motive for why the person would potentially want to marry someone whom they do not love.

A red flag is not an automatic denial. No one can be denied a visa because of a red flag. A visa denial comes from a complete package of evidence and facts weighed up against one another. A red flag is not an immigration officer's bias against you or your spouse, it is not an attack so to speak against you. It is simply a fact that makes your case stand out, and in the eyes of the immigration officer, makes your case differ from the norm, thus prompting any experienced officer to take an extra look. Keep in mind also that what might be a red flag to a consular officer in Morocco, might not even be worth a second look to a consular officer in the Philippines. This is due to certain facts being common in one country, while it might be socially unacceptable in another.

Here are some common red flags:

1. A large age gap.
I see this one a lot, and there is a multitude of good reasons why immigration officers take a second look at some cases. This one also depends, as all other red flags, on the country and culture in question. A prime example: For example, a relationship where a 50 year old American male marries a 25 year old female from the Philippines. While the age difference is 25 years, most of these cases are approved, and I wouldn't even consider the age gap a red flag. However, if twisting it around and applying to another country, it makes a huge difference. A second scenario: A 50 year old American woman marries a 25 year old Moroccan man. This is absolutely a red flag, not because the consular officers are biased, but because it is simply very uncommon to see in Morocco.

2. Vast ethnic, religious or cultural differences.
Again, there is nothing illegal under US law about about interracial or inter-cultural marriage. It is socially acceptable in most places in the US, and for the most part, an interracial marriage will not be a red flag at all. However, to use an example: An American new-age hippie marries a practicing religious orthodox from a strictly religious culture. While completely legal, it raises questions as to the bona fide nature of the marriage because it is uncommon, maybe even socially unacceptable in the beneficiary's culture. So the consular officer's question will be "why is this person marrying someone who might actually get him/her disowned by their family?"

3. The beneficiary is from a high-fraud country.
This is guilt by association. Some consulates see a lot of attempted fraud. Some consulates see very little. If you are an immigration officer at a consulate where attempted fraud is a frequent occurrence, you will naturally be more suspicious.

4. The couple got engaged/married after a very short time of meeting.
It is uncommon in the US for couples to get married within weeks or even months of meeting one another. Why? Because marriage is a lifelong commitment, and two people generally aren't expected to know each other well enough to make a lifelong commitment after a very short time. In addition, it is easy for fraudsters and scammers to set up a fake marriage, but it is difficult to forge a scam to last a significant amount of time.

5. The couple have only met in person once, or on very limited occasions.
While the USCIS and State Dept are aware that online relationships are more common today than before, couples are still expected to have spent some time physically together before committing to a lifetime together. It is uncommon in the US to marry someone you have only met once, so the USCIS and State Dept views it as unlikely that an international couple would do the same. However, they are mindful that international travel can be difficult for some. The thing to keep in mind here is that you aren't trying to show then how hard it is to visit - you are trying to show that a bona fide marriage exists.

6. The beneficiary sends money to the petitioner.
I see plenty of people asking "should I show that I send my American husband/wife money?" - The answer is, only if you want the US State Dept. to believe that you are paying them for a green card. While it is normal to support your spouse here and there, this only looks good if you're helping out with shared expenses.

7. The beneficiary is in removal proceedings (for AOS cases).
A major red flag in an adjustment of status case is where the beneficiary is in removal proceedings, especially if the marriage itself happened after removal proceedings were initiated. The first thing on the USCIS' mind will be that the marriage is just a last ditch effort to stay in the country.

8. Substantial language barriers.
Very rarely will you be able to convince a USCIS or consular officer that you are in a bona fide relationship or marriage if you cannot communicate in a common language, be it English, Swahili or sign language. You are expected to be able to communicate with the person you are engaged or married to.

As I stated earlier. None of these alone are grounds for a denial, but the more individual red flags, the higher the burden of proof is. Also, these aren't "set" factors that will end your case up in some list, they are just factors that will make your case stand out from the norm. Certain factors, such as age difference, may be a huge red flag in some countries, but might not even stand out in others. To figure out of your case has any red flags, be honest and look at your case from an outsider's perspective - Is your case somehow abnormal? If you are the beneficiary, is your case abnormal in your country/culture? If you are the petitioner, would the average Joe look at your case and think "how did that happen?" Don't be biased and overly defensive about your case, because the best way to defend your marriage is to know what you're up against.

Hi,

Wow, that's a huge explanation I think you've covered most of it. I totally agree with your comments here. Unlike others, but no offense guys, he somehow explained it in both sides of the picture.

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2013-12-15 00:41:00

Interview scheduled but didn't ask for police cert or ds-134?

Hello ALL,

My fiancée?s interview got scheduled, which is on Dec.26th, doesn't ask for a Ds-134, proof of my employment, police certificate, tax forms. Just ask for evidence continuous relationship and medical report. Is this normal or once after the interview they will ask for these docs.?

Hi ZAMA,

Did you received any packet or instruction from USEM that contains the instruction and required documents. Better double check if anything sent to you. It's either by email or mail. It's unsual that they don't require those documents from the beneficiary.

Regards,

maricel3155

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2013-12-06 11:12:00

No employment letter.

thanks for the respnse..how about co-sponsor on K1 visa?is it okay?just thought about it if my fiancee's salary is not enough and my sister is willing to give me affidavit of support to help my application..My bf lives an hour away from my sister...thank you

waitingtoyou

Male

Philippines

2013-05-02 05:06:00

No employment letter.

My fiance told me that he cant provide employment letter but instead salary statements.He worked in coca cola company for 10 yrs..he asked employment letter before but they didnt provide any and told him to go to the company website because it will show his name there that he's still working up to now.Will it be okay to print it and bring it for interview?what will happened if he only provide the W2,ITr,pay stubs and form I-134 on the intrview?any one here have the same experienced?Thank you.

waitingtoyou

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Philippines

2013-05-01 07:26:00