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K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCheck, Money Order or Cashier's check ?
QUOTE (SteveColo @ Sep 20 2008, 07:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Sending the I-130 on Monday with the $355.00 ... suggestions on best way to send payment?

Also, the I-130 form says send it to a Chicago address ... but I was understood that there were only 2 processing centers now ... California & Vermont. I guess Chicago re-directs the petition to the right center?

Thanks for your input ...
Steve


Yes Steve, send it to the correct Chicago address (depending where you live) as they will forward to the appropriate office. My husband sent payment by check...any way you want to do it is fine but that seems to work well. That way you know when it was cashed instead of trying to track anything else. You can view the # from the back of the check, online banking too.

Good luck to you & yours!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2008-09-20 23:05:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFull blast faxing when..
Prayers going out to you & Mrs. Gogo! always wishing you the very best!

jen & jim
hheaven67FemaleCanada2008-09-19 18:56:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCSC vs. VSC
TONS of us can surely relate! For K3, took us 11 months but there's MANY that have waited much longer! I know it's ridiculous...remember though, they have 6 months (180 days) from the date of the LAST NOA1...that means that if you filed an I-130, the NOA date basically doesn't mean a thing! If I would've known that when we were going thru the process, we wouldn't have filed for K3! Good luck to all of you waiting...our hearts go out to you!

jen & jim
hheaven67FemaleCanada2008-09-26 20:08:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust filers waiting for NOA2 (CR1/IR1/K3)
August 1 TT & Rich
August 7 Leh & Tim
August 7 Cass & Tim
August 7 Jen & Jim
August 7 Xiaomin & Ray
August 7 Maribel & Louis
August 8 Mike & Juliene
August 9 Denise & Chris
August 13 Michelle & Henry
August 13 Kagnarith & Sophon
August 20 Carly & Andrew
August 21 I & A
August 23 Luiza & Cris
August 23 Andy & Lisa
August 23 Rose & Billy
August 24 Wing Yee & Donato
August 27 Panki & Mrs. Panki
August 28 Kris & Suzie
August 28 Me & My lovely wife
August 29 Fraser & Becky
August 30 Jason & Hiromi
August 30 Jacky & Mike

Thanks everyone!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2008-03-24 21:59:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPackage 3 Questions
QUOTE (lawg @ Nov 26 2008, 11:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Sorry I'm one of these people who is always worried I'm not doing something right!

I just received my Package 3 in the mail yesterday. I have a few questions and I'm sure the consulate will be tired of me asking them! I am on E/I (maternity leave) so is my current employer the place I worked at - or is it EI? Also 10 years ago I was on EI for maternity leave with my other daughter - so is that timeframe listed as EI as well? My husband has no middle name so do I put n/a in the field? I don't plan on working anytime soon because of moving to a huge city and my kids are use to a small town. I'm staying home with them so do I put unknown in the box for intended occupation?
No, you're still employed with your company so list them - EI is not an employer, yes you can enter n/a for your husbands middle name, yes, enter unknown.
Do I fill out this form for my daughter as well... I don't think so but the instructions are vague and well - I'm paranoid! lol Also the filing fee that I pay at Scotia Bank - do I pay it for both of us or just myself? It really doesn't say and well I don't want anything to screw this up! We've waited three years to be together...
I know what you mean as my son is 16 and there's no real directions regarding kids. I went the K3 route & I had to pay for my son as well as myself, at Scotiabank (they interviewed him for about 30 seconds - no word of a lie - and it cost around $1000 to get him there for that!)
Please bear with me - I know I'm just driving myself nuts but I want everything perfect!
Feel free to PM me if you have any other questions
Thanks
You're very welcome! Good luck!
** Sorry I forgot to ask.... do I fill out multiple page #2's for my travel to the USA or just put the extra lines on a blank page of paper? I have been to the USA 9 times but never for longer than a couple of weeks.. why do they only give you three blanks!!!

hheaven67FemaleCanada2008-11-26 14:49:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresYAY, WE GOT APPROVED .. FINALLY
Our dear Mr & Mrs Gogo, and to your families...the very warmest wishes EVER! May your days ahead bring nothing but love & happiness for MANY years to come! Sincerest congratulations to our dear friend...many prayers have been sent to you & yours...more prayers for a final speedy process and a safe journey for your loved one! Your lovey is coming home Gogo!

huge hugz!
jen & jim

Edited by hheaven67, 22 September 2008 - 08:47 PM.

hheaven67FemaleCanada2008-09-22 20:46:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresinterview for a minor child
When my son and I went for the interviews, he was asked some basic questions regarding if he's looking forward to his new experience, what kind of relationship does he have with his bio Dad, if he likes his step-Dad, that was about it...cost a lot of $$$ and it took no more than 30 seconds! ugh! Good luck! (btw, it may matter how old the child is...my son had just turned 16)

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-01-12 13:20:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-3 Weekend Party

Serendipity...Have you called USCIS?? Your 180 days was Jan 10th! If you get some uselss *ss on the phone, just say "thank you", hang up and try for the next one...someone will eventually help you! That's what we did and we got our NOA2 right then and didn't even know it until I was back in Canada! (I was in the US when we called & it got approved that minute!) Good luck!!

jen

Edited by hheaven67, 23 January 2009 - 09:14 PM.

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-01-23 21:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmarried filing jointly or not?
QUOTE (epoy2 @ Feb 15 2009, 11:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
my wife has SSN and green card.
she never work at all/ no income for year 2008.

can we file as married filing jointly even do she did not earn anything from 2008?

any advantage of filing jointly?

thanks guys.


Absolutely, you would do the same even if she did have an income (small income at that)...she is a dependent so its to your advantage...

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-02-16 00:06:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIllegal Mexican wife
To the OP: Is there a reason as to WHY you want to go thru the immigration process? I know that in California, NO ONE can ask anyone if they're LEGAL...as long as a person can show a SSN, legal or not, that's all that matters! If I were the OP, I would wait it out...for the KID'S SAKE! It's not safe for them to be in Mexico...that is the MAIN FOCUS here people...it's what's best for the kids! Btw, TONS of employers in Canada are involved in the Foreign Worker's Program...they are BEGGING for workers, especially in Saskatchewan...damn cold BUT, good working conditions and the employer is responsible for finding their workers affordable housing....many pay their workers rent as they're in such desperate need of employees! I really wish they'd get the word out to these people looking for a better life...for more info visit:

http://www.hrsdc.gc....ers/index.shtml

good luck to you & your family, OP...
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-03-12 09:05:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresk3 with i130
QUOTE (nyric @ Mar 31 2009, 12:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Haole @ Mar 31 2009, 01:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (nyric @ Mar 30 2009, 06:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am getting married this saturday, I need advice, my wife has a child, she got divorced and in her divocre her ex stated she can do what ever she wants with her daughter ie leave the country... now heres my dilema, do i need to file 2 i130s??? i was told to file an i 130 and a i129f(K3) and then once those get going to file another i129f(k4) for her daughter, Im going there in 3 days, i need to know what to do, what should i bring there for her to sign and what i need to bring back with me of hers?? should i do the translations there or here?? if i only file 1 i130 how do i include her daughter???any help would be appreciated...

You have to file separate I-130s even if you do a K3/K4. Better by FAR just to go for the CR-1/CR-2 and forget the K3/K4.

do i apply for both at the same time?? did u experience this yourself??


I experienced this myself....as advised, just stay with the CR1/IR1 process...when you submit the K3/K4 paperwork, the wait starts all over again basically putting the CR1/IR1 back to square one (they have 180 days to approve the application). We could've had our visas 2-3 months earlier if we wouldn't have sent in the K3/K4 applications. Submit the I-130's for them together and go thru that process. Good luck to you!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-03-31 11:17:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPreparing for The Interview
QUOTE (Khymaera @ Mar 30 2009, 11:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We're slowly creeping towards this stage.

He's an Aussie, so he should be going to the Sydney Consulate... right?

What sort of things should he bring to the interview? I mean, there's all the documents you need to turn in ahead of time, but what should he carry with? Photos, etc? I keep hearing about rude interview-givers, asking snarky questions and all. How bad is it usually?

I can't be there with him, since I just got a new job and can't take time off to fly overseas (yet). Will this be a bad thing?


Don't worry...my hubby couldn't be there with me either, not a problem. Yes, he will go to the Consulate in Sydney. Tell him to take evidence of a bonafide relationship...pics, emails, cards, whatever he has between the two of you. The adjudicator asked to see the pictures, that's about all. When we went for the AOS interview, he wanted to see EVERYTHING. Good luck to you and yours!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-03-31 11:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAttn approved K3 applicants
QUOTE (borderdriver @ Mar 31 2009, 09:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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I was thinking the same thing just before moving here, as it was just before our 1st anniversary...I was advised AGAINST it as they don't look at that very kindly when it comes to the interview...they will question why you waited so long for AOS. Hope this helps a bit...good luck with your interview and the move!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-03-31 10:59:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 Visa? Or IR1/CR1 visa ?
QUOTE (ndgaikowski @ Apr 9 2009, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have sent the I 130 and have received an receipt number. Now I am getting ready to file either the K 3 or the IR1/CR1 visa . But I dont know which one. First off. in the I29f instructions it says " you must submit the documents required in items 1,2 and 4 of the instructions but can ommit the documents required in items 3" What does that mean? What documents do I need and dont need? And for the IR1/CR1 visa, what is the difference between the K3 and CR1? and where do I find those forms. Thanks


IMO, if I was to do it again, I would've stuck with the CR1 process...you file your I-130, then they have up to 180 days to approve the application...if you file the K3, the 180 days starts all over again...even tho I got stuck in the summer of '07 mess, I still would've gone the CR1 process...take a look at some timelines to see how the processes are going now. It also depends which Service Center you're dealing with, California or Vermont. Good luck!

Edited by hheaven67, 09 April 2009 - 11:32 PM.

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-04-09 23:31:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 and I130 both approved same time. Got k3 interview date. what to do?
QUOTE (khankhan12345 @ May 18 2009, 04:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hi all,

I am confused, please help.

I am US citizen applied my wife i130 and 129F(K3)

Both got approved same time and were forwarded to nvc.

The k3 was so fast that i got interview date from consulate in almost a month

On the other hand 130 is only in its AOS steps. paid the fee bill 3 weeks ago. waiting for 864

I got no hurry, i want her to come on I130 only.

Do i have to cancel or call or inform them that i am not coming for interview as i am waiting on the 130?
I received the interview notice via email only. my wife received nothing at her house regarding k3, just the listof things to bring for interview and the interview appointment date.

How do i infor the consulate?
What if i don't inform and make no show to the k3 appointment.>? will it affect my reputation for 130 interview later.

I would have never applied for this 129F but initially my wife wanted to come as soon as possible, but now after it got approved, she says she wants to write few exams and then come.

Please please please help me.
Any suggestion is greatly appreciated from the bottom of my heart.
Thanks in advance.

Interview date is - 04 june 2009


Definitely contact them & let them know that you aren't in need of the K3 interview & that you're following the road of the I-130 (IR1/CR1 process)...you're much better off that route. It doesn't take much to call or email the consulate to let them know so they can book someone else's appointment for that time. Good luck to you.

jen


hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-05-18 21:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK-4 visa --- cost to apply for AOS
QUOTE (jason&Marla @ Jun 20 2009, 08:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My wife and step-daughter are from Jamaica and have been in the US for 14 months, their visas expire next May. We are about to apply for wife's green card but we don't know what to do for daughter's green card. I know I have to aplly for I-130 for her, which is about $600. My question is, can I apply for wife's and daughters greencard together and only pay 1 fee of $1010, or do I have to pay 2 fees?

Should I go ahead and file for extension as well?

Thanks for any info you are able to share.


They are separate applications therefore, separate fees. We paid the $1010 for myself and now that I found a job (finally!), we will be sending in my son's I-130 as well as AOS which will be (as long as fees haven't changed) $355 + $1010. NEXT MAY?? You have 10 months...I don't think I would apply for an extension...check out my timeline. We filed in July for AOS, had greencard in December, so 5 months...I think you're pretty safe. Good luck to you!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-06-21 19:37:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFiling I-129F without NOA1...?
QUOTE (PlatanoKIng @ Jul 7 2009, 05:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone!

Maybe one of you can enlighten me with the following questions:

1. Is it possible to file the I-129F without receiving the 1st NOA?
2. What constitute evidence that I have filed form I-130 (IE... Notice of Action Form I-797C, cashed check)

Read form I 129F Instruction and I can not find clear guidance within the form (Why Am I Not Surprised?).

Thanks all in advance!


If I was you, I'd follow the flowchart: http://www.visajourn...amp;page=k3flow. If you don't, who knows what could happen to your petition but if you're willing to take that chance & have the process take EVEN LONGER, then go ahead and submit the I-129 paperwork. I don't think there is any real instructions as it is used for K3 and K1 petitions. From what I read:

"USCIS has been administratively closing the I-129F upon approval of the I-130. USCIS, however, is currently reviewing the I-129F/K-3 process."

If I was to do it all over again, I wouldn't have gone the K3 route. That 6 month window starts the day of your NOA1 from your I-130...if you submit the I-129F, the process basically starts all over again. It is your choice though. Good luck!

jen

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-07-07 19:42:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPre Interview Forms
QUOTE (chely0728 @ Sep 15 2009, 07:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Pre-Interview Forms / Items:

3. I-864 Affidavit of Support Form along with past 3 year U.S tax returns (or transcripts) and any other financial documents required. You must send in the original I-864 and transcripts that you can request online from the IRS, anything else that you may need to increase supporting income.
5. Original or certified "long" birth certificate. * Must be certified from the original (I had a Commissionaire of Oaths certify mine-you may have someone called something different.)
7. Marriage certificate. (if applicable) If you're married, you can easily get a certified copy, can order them online.
9. Police certificate(s) ** This has to be a country-wide criminal record check, and every country you've lived in.

Do all these documents have to be originals? YES or certified, other than the transcripts from the IRS.
and whose birth certificate are they asking for the U.S. Citizen or the beneficiary's? BOTH


If it is the U.S. Citizens birth certificate, do i send my certificate of citizenship or my mexican birth certificate? This is confusing. Birth Certificate, nothing else unless they ask for it.

Thanks blink.gif


hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-09-15 21:59:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNew Member, G-325A, I-130, I-129F, Affidavit
QUOTE (pupusas @ Sep 18 2009, 10:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good evening,

I just recently found this website yesterday and have decided to register as there seems to be a lot of helpful information relating to applying for the K3 Visa. I am a citizen of the United States and I am applying for a K3 Visa for my spouse who lives in El Salvador. I am filing my case with an immigration office that I have volunteered at for the past year. It's really great to see such a helpful online community of people for something so important to us all.

My first question relates to the G-325A. Does my spouse need to sign the G-325A herself, or can I sign my name on it for her? At the immigration office where I volunteered at, the supervisor had provided me with an approved case of a couple very similar to my spouse and I, and the petitioner had signed for the beneficiary. I do believe that she must sign the form herself, it is much like an avidavit. She can fill it out herself, print it and mail it to you as that is what most of us have done for these processes.
Also, I thought that the I-130 is the first application you turn in, but for some reason after reading some posts on here, I have also seen that the I-129F can also be turned in at the same time. Can anyone verify this? K3 visas: you only need the I-129F, the I-130 is for the CR1/IR1 process, what most people have done is apply for both, kind of like a race. From what I'm reading lately is that there really isn't such a thing...the I-129F is more than likely to get cancelled by USCIS and they follow the CR1/IR1 process. In my opinion & because I've been there and done that, I would just file the I-130 and follow that path - less confusion and easier process - less $$ in the end as well. If you file the I-129F, then receive the NOA1, that's when you would file the I-130...at the time that they approve the I-130, THAT'S when the 6 month window (how long they say they have time to approve the I-130 - then the waiting time you had with the I-129F is out the window!) starts. But then, that is your choice.
In addition to this, the I-130 asks for affidavits. I have affidavits, one from each of my parents, stating that they acknowledge the marriage and I play on having them notarized. However, my spouse in El Salvador only has their father near to them and he stated and signed a form, acknowledging the marriage. Is it necessary though, for it to be notarized? A copy of his national identification card (DUI) from El Salvador is attached to the affidavit he wrote.

Finally, would anyone like to elaborate upon how long it would take for my spouse to be given the K3 Visa if I begin the process and turn in the I-130 application on October 5th? I have been told by the lawyer who performed our marriage in El Salvador that it would be six months. He stated that it would not take as long as other countries, where there are many more applications pending, because our case is being filed from El Salvador. Every place is different and MANY people on here have done it on their own, it really isn't that difficult, MANY people have complained about their lawyers costing a lot of $$ and taking so long! Every country and every case is different so no one can really tell you how long it would take, unfortunately. You can only look up timelines from others from El Salvador and think that it MAY take as long.

I really appreciate all of your comments and support in advance! This is such an incredible time in the lives of my spouse and I and I can not wait to get the process going! Thank you again, for all of your contributions and help!


Good luck with your journey!

jen


hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-09-19 13:11:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage Affadavit Form
QUOTE (JuneFirst @ Sep 16 2009, 07:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Does anybody still have their Mariage Affadavit?
Sounds like we have to create the affadavit ourselfs and I am not quite sure what all we've got to mention in the affadavit...

[about his marital status so we can get married in Germany...I am sure other countries require an aff., too?]


Are you talking about affidavits from friends/family about YOUR marriage and proving that it is legitimate? All I had were 2 friends do a little write-up about my husbands and my marriage, how we met, how often I visit, etc. If he is divorced, he needs the Divorce Decree (the legal papers). Here is a link that may be helpful:

http://www.geocities...affidavits.html

Good luck!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-09-20 15:50:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhotos for G325a forms..
QUOTE (Emmamama @ Sep 15 2009, 02:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good afternoon all,

I had two final questions (I hope!) before submitting my I-130 form..

For the G-325a forms being sent (8 in total--4 for me, 4 for my husband) does only one form need to have the "passport-type" photos or do you only attach one to one of the forms?? One photo of each person, of course...

ALSO I have read the checklist/guidelines for assembling the I-130 package on this website and on the USCIS website. In neither does it say that a copy of a birth certificate/passport for the "beneficiary" needs to be submitted. However, I was just reading some previous posts about cover letters, etc. and some people state that you DO need to submit said items.

Help¿?

MUCHAS GRACIAS!!


It doesn't say anything on the G-325A to attach a pic....just on the I-130, you need to attach ONE pic of each person, a G-325A for each person as well. That's correct regarding the birth certificate...just the US Citizen must submit it, it doesn't say anything regarding the beneficiary's b/c. I put the pics (make sure you lightly print full names on the back of each) in a ziploc bag & stapled that bag to the form. Good luck!

jen


hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-09-20 16:12:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures2 year requirement waived ambiguity?
you're welcome....try posting in the Adjustment from Student Visa forum: http://www.visajourn...p?showforum=130

I'm sure someone will help you there....

Good luck to you & your love!
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-09-30 23:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures2 year requirement waived ambiguity?
QUOTE (blornatan @ Sep 18 2009, 02:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello all,
i'm a first time poster and have been reading alot about these forums, i love this website!
i have a question: i'm considering marrying my non-US citizen bride, but whereas her GS-2019 says she is subject to the two year rule, her visa in her passport says otherwise. does anyone know why this is? which is the correct one?


As per the US Dept of State website, it says: "Questions regarding your exchange program should be directed to your program sponsor." What does her passport say? I do believe that if she is on a Student Visa and you marry before it expires, the two of you would apply to change status only. I am hoping that someone else jumps in knowing more about Student Visas and going thru the process. Good luck!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-09-19 12:56:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs Marriage A Necessity?
QUOTE (Bobby_K1 @ Oct 8 2009, 09:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I know this is a basic (possibly silly) question - but I want to understand things about the K3 better.

Is it a requirement for you and your significant other to be married at the time the K3 is initially filed? YES, IT IS A SPOUSAL VISA.

That is, are there any flexible options within the K3 that allow you to get married sometime after K3 is initially filed (or during the K3 visa petition process itself)? NO, IF YOU DON'T WANT TO BE MARRIED RIGHT AWAY, APPLY FOR THE K1 VISA FOR A FIANCE.

Or must you actually be married to a foreigner as a requirement in order to start the process of filing for a K3? WHY ELSE WOULD YOU APPLY FOR A K3 VISA? READ THE GUIDES FOR A BETTER UNDERSTANDING.

Thanks in advance for the help !


hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-10-08 23:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresName Change Strategy?
QUOTE (kramer @ Oct 8 2009, 03:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Greetings! Here is the situation:

Beneficiary has passport and visa issued in maiden name.

We plan to file the AOS in married name.

We plan to file all non-government documents (apt lease, bank account, insurance account, retirement accounts) in married name.

Two questions:

1) SSN card - What is the strategy here? I assume we have to wait for the EAD. Does the EAD contain married or maiden name?

2) Passport change - Do we change passport to married name only after we have the green card?

Thanks!


Was the visa a K1? Yes, you have to wait for the EAD in order to get the SSN - I would take a certified copy of the marriage certificate with you when applying for the SSN, fill the app out in the married name. You can apply for a new passport at any time with a name change as long as you're willing to pay again. good luck.


hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-10-08 23:07:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMy wife is a U.S Citizen now :)
QUOTE (DoctorM @ Nov 27 2009, 10:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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How long should I wait until my I-130 gets upgraded to Immediate relative??
We called the USCIS on October 19 to upgrade the petition, they sent an email asking to fax the naturalization which we did !! Since then, we didn't hear anything from them ! no confirmation letter received ,, online status is still unchanged!
When you call USCIS they keep telling you have to wait 45 days before making any further inquiry!

wacko.gif I see everyone in this forum hear back from USCIS within few days after the request of upgrade!!

Any clues?


Well, 45 days isn't that far away now...don't worry about the online status...mine hasn't changed either from a year ago...looks as tho I'm not even in the US! Can you print a report from the fax machine to confirm that they received the fax?
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-11-27 23:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresReceived NOA1 for I-129F, what's next??
QUOTE (Emmamama @ Nov 24 2009, 08:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello!

YAY! The NOA1 for the I-129F arrived!! good.gif

My question: what do we do now?
This is from the step-by-step guide for the K-3 visa;
Once you receive the NOA1 for the I-129F:
Note: Begin assembling information for the interview - vaccination records, I-134/I-864 supporting documents, and other items listed below that will be necessary to send to your spouse for their interview.

So..that's it? Just start filling out those forms and wait for the NOA2 for the I-129F (or the NOA2 for the I-130, whichever gets here first)???

Thanks a lot guys!


Yes, that is it...be VERY prepared that the K3 will be cancelled and the IR/CR1 will be moving forward. Make sure that your spouse has all the required vaccinations!! it can be costly if it has to be done by the Physician (approved by the Consulate)...start gathering ALL documents for the I-864, the more the better and less worry later on. Make sure you have everything!!...

Pre-Interview Forms / Items:
1. Completed and signed OF-169.
2. Completed and signed Of-230 Part 1 and 2 forms.
3. I-864 Affidavit of Support Form along with past 3 year U.S tax returns (or transcripts) and any other financial documents required.
4. A copy of intending immigrants biographic page of passport(s) including expiration date.
5. Original or certified "long" birth certificate. *
6. Original adoption decree. (if applicable)
7. Marriage certificate. (if applicable)
8. Divorce decree(s) or death certificate(s) (if applicable)
9. Police certificate(s) **
10. Court and prison records.(if applicable)
11. Custody records. (if applicable)
12. Military records (if applicable)

Edited by hheaven67, 27 November 2009 - 11:21 PM.

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-11-27 23:19:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApplying for I-130 while visiting
QUOTE (eugeneius @ Nov 27 2009, 06:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
She's Canadian, I'm American. We're married. She is a visitor in the US.

Would it be legal for us to apply for a I-130 while she is here as a visitor, for her to stay the duration of the B-2 (6 months for Canadians), and then to head back to Canada?


Why would a Canadian have a visitor's visa when they don't need one to be in the US for 6 months? As far as I understand, the beneficiary of the visa petition cannot be in the US during the process....
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-11-27 23:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresk3 visa for iranian wife
QUOTE (dale7570 @ Dec 9 2009, 08:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello to all. i am trying to help my friend bring his wife here to the USA from iran on a k3 visa. they were married in nicosia, cyprus. when they were at the consulate an employee told my friend that if he gets a k3 for his wife that since she is from iran she will no be able to visit iran until she receives green card. they were told that ther are restrictions for k3 from iran. i cant find any info to back this up, but my friend is very worried as his wife needs to make a trip back to iran a month or so after she arrives in america. can someone please clear this up?


You may want to try posting in the Middle East Forum as you may get some helpful advice there from those who have gone thru it: http://www.visajourn...?showtopic=3896

If she needs to make a trip back to Iran or so after she arrives, how do you know when that will be as it could take a couple years just to get the visa?
hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-12-09 22:39:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescan anyone help me
QUOTE (MET2007 @ Dec 11 2009, 04:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm Egyptian and I've applied for immigration ( i'm married to an American )
The embassy sent me first packet in October and they needed certain papers from me to send back to them.


-why didn't i send the papers back to them yet? Cos i didn't finish the Aff. of support paper yet.
Will my application will be canceled cos i didn't send my papers quickly ?
-Military paper ( i have it in Arabic, i went to translate it and the answer was that it can't be translated and the authorization to travel should be enough )
Does anyone knows if that is acceptable by the Embassy or not ?
-My wife she back to America to give birth and be with her family, Is there anyway i can be with her while she is giving birth in mid February ? If i have no time to complete the papers needed in time, can i apply for a tourist visa to be there through birth ? ( i was rejected b4 by the embassy when i wanted to see my wife's family when we were engaged,cos i didn't prove ill come back ).


I really hope someone can help.
Thanks a lot.


Maybe copy & paste this in the Egyptian Portal: http://www.visajourn...p?country=Egypt You may get more answers there with people that are more familiar with your Embassy...
I suggest finishing up with the packet as the Aff. of Support can wait...
You can email the Embassy: consularcairoNIV@state.gov That is questions regarding a K3 visa....make sure to enter your case # in the subject line...I would also ask them to direct you to who can answer your questions regarding a tourist visa. When travelling, make sure to take plenty of evidence that you will return to your country, ie: rent receipts or mortgage papers, utilities in your name, bank statement...anything that will link you to your country.

Good luck to you!

jen

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-12-12 14:50:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFrom the start
QUOTE (mikeemc @ Dec 9 2009, 10:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello; I;m Mike
I'm going to get married if all goes well at the end of February 2010. We will be Married in Lima Peru , I am a US citizen and she is from Lima (living in Brazil at the time )
From the start I think I need the following forms ,Cover index sheet I-130 , I-864 , (? I-129 ?) 4 copy's of G-325A , singularity affidavit , fiancé letter of intent ?
Do I file after I get married and go to the US Consulate in Peru , or file the I-130 package before ?
Have all the documentation for getting married in Lima. Her brother is an lawyer in Lima and is helping us.
I filed for a passport , at this time Peru visas are not required.

If any one can help us out on this we would be very grateful , Thank you in advance. Mike B and Leonor V.R


Please follow the guide: http://www.visajourn...page=i130guide1 , it is extremely helpful! follow all directions very carefully. If you're getting married, you file AFTER the fact...if you want to bring her over here as a fiance then get married here, you file for a K1 visa.
The CR1 visa is a conditional visa where you would have to apply just before the 2 yrs is up to remove conditions...it is for a couple that is married less than 2 yrs...
A K3 visa is basically being phased out & will take longer....I went thru this process before they started this. If I was to go thru it again, I would most definitely do the CR1 visa...
Good luck to you!!

jen

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-12-09 22:44:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWaiver for K3
QUOTE (Marlo @ Dec 28 2009, 01:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello All! We were approved for our I130 in October with no interview. We submitted our application with excessive documentation and pictues proving the validity of our marriage. We have paid our fees and now are waiting for our consulate appointment. Does anyone have experience with getting a pre-approval in NY and then going for the waiver for illegal entry in Ciudad Juarez in Mexico? There is no criminal background. We are just wondering about the process and time lines...I appreciate any feedback you can offer smile.gif Thank you!!!


This link may help: http://ciudadjuarez....visa-forms.html

hheaven67FemaleCanada2009-12-28 23:25:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEmbassy London Interview

my husbands packet 3 was sent out on Dec. 8th, but to the wrong address (we just found this out on NYE) - I emailed the Embassy in London with the proper code to update the address. I believe we have already taken care of everything for the packet 3 because our attorney sent us the checklist and documents and we sent them back in to her. Is there any need to worry about him not receiving packet 3 because it was sent to the wrong address or is it more or less just a guidance packet of forms and documents to gather prior to the interview?

Secondly, my husband received an expedite from the Embassy in London and the NVC in the US sent our file to them on Dec. 22 - any idea as to when he may get his packet 4 and/or interview? The Embassy has not entered it in the system as received yet even though it was sent on the 22nd (but this is probably due to the holidays.) I'm hoping the expedite approval will help him get an interview a bit faster than normal...but I have no idea!

Thanks for any info...


You may want to post in the England portal: http://www.visajourn...country=England
You may have an answer sooner...good luck!
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-01-04 21:31:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMeeting of spouses and wives through online matrimonial/dating websites

I met my wife through an Indian matrimonial website and am now waiting for her I-130/129F K3 to get approved (I'm a US citizen of Indian origin and my wife is Indian). Just wondering if anyone on the website has met their spouse through such websites and applied for K3 visas (would specifically like to hear from Indian folks who met their spouses through websites like shaadi.com or jeevansathi.com or indiandating.com) and what your experience has been through the approval process. My wife and I had a relationship (online, phone etc) for 2 months, realized we loved each other and wanted to get married and did so. When I sent the I-129F in, I sent them all the info - starting with acceptance notices of when my wife accepted my initial contact through the matrimonial website, all phone records proving our relationship during our "courting" period, a whole slew of our emails and chats showing evidence of our relationship, receipts of -1800 Flowers of flowers that I sent her etc etc. So wondering what people's experiences have been in similar situations.


You may want to post this in the India portal: http://www.visajourn...p?country=India as you are asking specifically to hear from Indian folks...
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-01-10 18:04:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresChange of address and filing delays

All, Would moving to a new house and change of address will cause a delay in filing and updating cases? (In my case, I-130 and I-129F for wife's K3). Has anyone had any experience with this? Do you have to report the change of address? can you still keep permanent address the same (especially if you're only moving 2-3 blocks away)? I know that FBI checks are done for security checks and I'm wondering if getting a new utility bill with the new address would show up on their "grid"? Anyone have any experience with this?


Hoboken...it's not that difficult: https://egov.uscis.g...i/go?action=coa

I would do it just in case they send you mail...good luck...

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-01-24 15:48:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRFE ---> I-485 visa {K3 visa holder}

Thanks for your help.

This will be useful for me.



You're welcome, good luck to you & your love!
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-01-19 22:20:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresRFE ---> I-485 visa {K3 visa holder}

Can, somebody respond. This is very urgent


I don't know what a birth certificate is like from your country but I found this thread, hope it helps!

http://forums.immigr...for-I-485/page2

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-01-19 22:04:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWork eligibility for spouse of US citizen living outside the US

No, being married to a US citizen does not entitle her to live or work in the US. To work in the US she'll need a work visa, typically requiring being sponsored by a US company, - which can take up to a year to get. Work visas are becoming increasingly difficult to come by with this economic situation.

Good luck


It took me almost a year to find work in the US, applied for 300 jobs, finally landed one last June! I was faced with MUCH racism and in this economy, they are going to hire their own (USC) unless you meet the RIGHT Manager plus with SO many unemployed, a company isn't going to pay out money for a working visa....sorry...
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-02-05 00:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWHAT IS MY STEP-SON FILES AS ON AN I-130?

The K visa for spouses *may* provide a major benefit for older stepchildren. Until now, a US Citizen would file an I-130 for the foreign spouse, and separate I-130 petitions for each child or step-child. Stepchildren would only be eligible if the marriage took place before the stepchild's 18th birthday. The revised I-129F will automatically include all children under 21, with no separate petition required, removing a major disparity between current K1/K2 and spousal immigrant visa processes. However, Although a separate I-130 petition is not required for the children to obtain a K4 visa, an approved I-130 petition is required before they may be approved for Adjustment of Status to permanent resident. The I-130 petition still states the U.S. Citizen petitioner may not file for a stepchild, unless the marriage took place before the stepchild's 18th birthday. This detail must be addressed, in order to prevent an older stepchild from moving here on a K4 visa, yet being denied approval of the I-130 petition.

this is what i was talking about, when they told me i need to file an i-130 for him although he came ni with his father on a k4.. so technically am i filing for him as my CHILD in the box options?


You are correct, you must file an I-130 for your step-son as my husband had to do for my son....yes, more money! ugh...you can file all forms concurrently. Good luck!

jen
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-02-18 21:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresImportant notice about k3 visa
I am wondering if they will continue with the K3 process where there are kids named on it as these people weren't anticipating having to pay the fee for the I-130 for kids....on a K3/K4 visa, they have 2 yrs to do that (the length of time b4 it expires - at that time, you can send in the I-130, 485, 765 & all other necessary forms, all together - that is what I was told as I have a 17 yr old that has K4 status). I am thinking that the petitions that come in AFTER Feb 1, 2010, must be for the CR1/IR1 process, K3 would not be an option after this date.
hheaven67FemaleCanada2010-02-06 23:40:00