ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaVACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
Somebody correct me if I am wrong...

From my understanding, I previously had a K-1, you don't need all of your shots until you are adjusting your status. The vaccinations are associated with being a legal permanent resident.

That being said. If there are no records your fiance can see their doctor to request titre bloodwork for the vaccinations that they are required to have based on age. This tests for the antibodies. You can find more inforamtion here.

If you have the option find out what vaccinations are missing and then find out if it is cheaper to get those vaccinations in Mexico or in the US.

When I used my K-1 to enter the US in December of 2009 I didn't have all the required vaccinations upon entry but understood that I would need to get them prior to AOS.

Hope that helps!
MrsJ

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Edited by MissDinaDee, 06 February 2012 - 08:00 PM.

MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-02-06 19:51:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)18 days and Nvc stil haven't received my case...
Although I am processing a CR1... I say call NVC! I called twice within one hour and was given the information I required on the second call!

All you need is your USCIS receipt number and talk to an agent. If you don't like the answer say thank you and call back!

Good luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-01-31 11:44:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)DS-260 question- residences since age of 16?
Yes, they ask for all residences from the age of 16. I couldn't proceed without filling in all the gaps. I lived in 12 places in 17 years including living overseas. It was a pain in the @ss to find that full address but an RFE isn't worth it.

Good luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-02-15 17:58:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Case Complete, but still no interview date appointed
I had my case complete on 31 January 2012 and called everyday after that. I was told that they booked appointments during the second full week of the month. I know that they do book appointments in Montreal at other times so I called everyday. Just as they said my interview was scheduled yesterday, the second full week of the month.

Be patient its only a little bit longer until you are done with this whole process! It will be worth it!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-02-14 15:18:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresImmigration Interview
Immigrant visa's such as the K-3 and IR-1/CR-1 are interviewed in Montreal only. K-1 visa's beneficiaries, however, can be interviewed in either Vancouver or Montreal.

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Good luck!
MrsJ

Edited by MissDinaDee, 02 August 2011 - 06:30 PM.

MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-08-02 18:29:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHUGE PROBLEM!
QUOTE (gethere @ Feb 11 2009, 11:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah it is a requirement to have the I-129F packet either a copy or original copies. We don't have any of it! What should I do? Can someone please tell me is this a def requirement?


Does your fiance have the electronic copies of the files... this will hold all of the information that you will be required... only lacking the signatures and dates from your original submission!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-02-12 12:26:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview with or without fiance?
I previously had a K-1 with my now husband and he didn't come to the interview with my in Vancouver... I was a nervous wreck for no reason but did fine without him.

Good luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-01-31 11:50:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionMontreal Consulate
I believe that security looks at your interview letter and will let you in based ONLY on your interview date/time.

Patience is a virtue!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-02-07 14:19:00
CanadaAmerican Manners vs. Canadian Manners
LMAO!!! I totally hear you on the shoe thing... my fiance and stepson are constantly being asked to remove their shoes in the house by me... I just can't stand the dirt or wear & tear on the flooring!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2008-12-10 16:13:00
CanadaCanada Passport Renewal - Maiden Name OK?
Yes, you can have her passport renewed with her maiden name using the simplified form. You cannot however use the simplified form if she is changing her name. I believe that it tells you that in the instructions for completing the form, see below:

IMPORTANT—You may use this form only if:
-you were at least 16 years of age at the time of your previous application;
-you submit a previous Canadian passport that:
*Either was issued to you in Canada (see issuing authority on page 2 of the passport) and is valid or expired for no more than one year;
*was/is valid for five (5) years;
*is not damaged;
*was never reported lost or stolen; and
*Or, was issued to you outside of Canada (see issuing authority on page 2 of the passport) after April 30, 2006.
-the name on this application form is exactly as it appears on page 2 of the submitted passport;

NOTE: You are NOT eligible to use this form if the passport contains a married or a common-law partner surname observation and you wish to have your new passport issued in your married or common-law partner’s surname.

Good Luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-06-16 17:10:00
CanadaMontreal
Congratulations on your approval... :dance:

I am so anxious to get this going!!

One question... I see you were at NVC for a long time (6 months) was there a reason (if you don't mind me asking...)? I am currently preparing my paperwork and packages to the best of my ability and want this to go as fast as possible! :bonk:

Thank you! Congratulations once again!!! :thumbs:
Mrsj



PS - Awesome review on your experience at the embassy... Much appreciated!!! :D
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-06-30 12:39:00
CanadaVisting Canada on One Way Ticket
From what I understand you are the US Petitioner and your Husband is the Candadian Beneficiary, correct? PP I think was slightly confused as your wording wasn't very clear.

Getting into Canada is much easier than getting into the US. It is always better to have "just cause to return" to the US or Canada to show that you are not attempting to enter Canada and stay.

That being said I know that you can are able to receive a "temporary permit" from your POE with proof that you are married to a Canadian citizen. Do some more research.

Good luck!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-07-14 16:11:00
CanadaFrustrated with trying to get money to the US!

With the RBC accounts thing.. say I get a physical US cheque err check, how would I deposit it into my account? The nearest branch is probably a 20 hour drive. I know this is probably a lame question.

For student loans.. guessing it's them not wanting to accept american checks? Could just money order it maybe?


I am pretty sure you can mail in your deposit. My husband has a business account that we do this for. I complete the deposit slip and send it off in the mail. I will be checking into this myself once I am closer to moving!

Good Luck!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-11-04 14:17:00
CanadaFrustrated with trying to get money to the US!
I LOVE my RBC US account... best think I ever did!!!

I can write cheques in the US and easily shop online. I can transfer money for no fees. Which makes a counter deposit made into my Canadian account by anybody in my family super easy. I can almost instantly access the funds. It was worth the wait/hassle of setting these accounts up. I much prefer to have these accounts to manage for the time being. Also, the internet banking is fabulous!

I don't know why I didn't do this sooner! :bonk: Good luck!!

***Also, Canadian debit cards can be used at some places but not many. I know I have used mine at Safeway without issue.

Edited by MissDinaDee, 26 October 2011 - 12:13 PM.

MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-10-26 12:12:00
CanadaFellow RBCers How was your Transition weekend
Yep! I had issues... My husband was stuck in Vegas without a room and I couldn't use my card. I am still in Canada but I have been using his address, whoops!

He told me I had a bunch of stuff from the bank there and I said not to worry about it... Oh well... I guess I will be having him send me a courier ASAP!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-02-20 18:16:00
CanadaPolice Certificate in Canada?
I went to Commissionaires to do my Criminal Background Check. It took 24 hours and cost less than doing one with the RCMP, at least that was the case in Vancouver.

You may find a guide to follow NVC for Montreal Beneficiares Electronic Processing helpful. I followed the guide and had my case completed quickly! :dance:

MrsJ

Edited by MissDinaDee, 09 February 2012 - 03:08 PM.

MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-02-09 15:05:00
CanadaI saw this on TV yesterday..
Regardless immigration to any country is a privledge NOT a right. I completely agree with Kimbear that immigration employees thousands of workers in the US and around the world.

Ignorance unfortunately is bliss!!

MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-03-02 13:19:00
CanadaWoking Medical Vancouver review July 27/11
Thank you for your review... I have my medical tomorrow and I am dreading it... Not because of the physical its the tone that the clinic has on their website. They just sound douchey.

Glad to know that if I am there early I will be out quickly! Thanks again!!

MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-03-06 13:17:00
CanadaMaiden Name or Married Name?
I called the CRA and used my married name as I have been in the process of switching everything over. I was asked to send a copy of my marriage certificate with my tax return.

I have had no issues at this time.

Good luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-03-27 17:06:00
CanadaDoes a Canadian spouse have to pay taxes on American spouse's income?
I called the CRA regarding this issue as when I used tax software to complete my return for 2011 it greatly decreased my tax return (by $2k) due to my husbands income.

CRA said that my husbands US income will not and should not reflect on my taxes and suggested seeing a tax preparer or doing them by hand to ensure that this does not happen.

Good luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-03-14 19:03:00
CanadaTD canceling my Visa becase moving to the US?
That makes on sense to me at all personally. I would call the customer service line or ask to speak with the bank manager in regard to this.

Good luck!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2012-03-08 15:37:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionI-751 June 2014 Filers

Receive my Biometrics letter today! YAY!!  :joy:

 

Appointment is July 16th... Can someone please update me?

 

Thank you!!


MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2014-06-26 20:25:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionI-751 June 2014 Filers
Received my NOA letter today dated 6/11/2014!!!!!

Can someone please update me? My iPad always messes with formatting... Thanks in advance.


MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2014-06-16 22:28:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionI-751 June 2014 Filers
My cheque was cashed yesterday!!! Woohoo!!!!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2014-06-14 08:40:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionI-751 June 2014 Filers

Hey MissDinaDee, I don't wish to sound alarmist, but if I were in your position I would see if I could have a free chat with an immigration lawyer, I believe USCIS need to receive your package and have officially started processing it by the time your green card expires. I'm sure you'll be fine and the lawyer will tell you that, but it's always good to check these things before they become a problem.

 

 

If my information is incorrect, apologies for the freak out!

 

I just spoke with an agent at USCIS and she said it will process normally. PHEW!!

 

Fingers crossed that she was right! It was received within the 90 days prior to the expiration including the expiration date. June 12th receipt of my docs may have been a different story!


MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2014-06-12 14:41:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionI-751 June 2014 Filers

Adding myself to the list... I sent my package off the day before my Greencard expired, brilliant! Wishing a speedy process to you all!

 

 

 

VJName..............Date of I-751...NOA1 Date....Biometrics.....Approved
ATARIBABY.............05/31/14......06/02/14......07/01/14......--/--/--
Tiger17...............06/03/14......06/05/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
J-DZZY................06/07/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
DUSTIN C..............06/07/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
KRAMIREZ1416..........06/07/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--




SETH2013..............06/18/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
 

 

Vermont Service Center (11 applicants, 0 approved - 0%)

VJName..............Date of I-751...NOA1 Date....Biometrics.....Approved


SCH7..................05/24/14......06/02/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
LOVE MY BABY..........05/27/14......06/02/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
UK_FAN................05/29/14......06/03/14......--/--/14......--/--/-- 
MINAE.................05/30/14......06/03/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
USAEAGLE..............06/02/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
WORRIER...............06/02/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
AIMEE K...............06/03/14......06/05/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
SRUTGERS198...........06/06/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
GREYCITY..............06/08/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--








MISSDINADEE...........06/10/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
SOPHIE89..............06/10/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--

HUCKERMAN26...........06/19/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
 
 
IMPORTANT!

* Make sure that your VJ Text Editor setting is set to Rich Text Editor.
* Go to the MOST RECENTLY POSTED VERSION of this list (go to the last post and scroll UP) and "Reply" to it, deleting the "quote" tags in your reply.
* Please DO NOT change the font, font size, add colors, stuff like that.
* Please PREVIEW before posting to make sure it is properly formatted.
* Please check that you have not deleted anyone's NAME & DATA.

Date of I-751 = The Date you sent your application
NOA Date = The Receipt Date on your NOA letter
Biometrics = The Date of your biometrics appointment
Approved = The Date your case was approved

* Please Capitalize your VJ Name when adding it to the list.
* When you're on this list, please come back to update your information accordingly.
* If you cannot add your information yourself, please ask another VJ member to help you do so.

















 


Urg! Can someone fix... I copied and pasted my line and previewed but to no avail... It changed the formatting! SORRY!!

 

 

Adding myself to the list... I sent my package off the day before my Greencard expired, brilliant! Wishing a speedy process to you all!

 

 

 

VJName..............Date of I-751...NOA1 Date....Biometrics.....Approved
ATARIBABY.............05/31/14......06/02/14......07/01/14......--/--/--
Tiger17...............06/03/14......06/05/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
J-DZZY................06/07/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
DUSTIN C..............06/07/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
KRAMIREZ1416..........06/07/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--




SETH2013..............06/18/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
 

 

Vermont Service Center (11 applicants, 0 approved - 0%)

VJName..............Date of I-751...NOA1 Date....Biometrics.....Approved


SCH7..................05/24/14......06/02/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
LOVE MY BABY..........05/27/14......06/02/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
UK_FAN................05/29/14......06/03/14......--/--/14......--/--/-- 
MINAE.................05/30/14......06/03/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
USAEAGLE..............06/02/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
WORRIER...............06/02/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
AIMEE K...............06/03/14......06/05/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
SRUTGERS198...........06/06/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
GREYCITY..............06/08/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--








MISSDINADEE...........06/10/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
SOPHIE89..............06/10/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--

HUCKERMAN26...........06/19/14......06/--/14......--/--/14......--/--/--
 
 
IMPORTANT!

* Make sure that your VJ Text Editor setting is set to Rich Text Editor.
* Go to the MOST RECENTLY POSTED VERSION of this list (go to the last post and scroll UP) and "Reply" to it, deleting the "quote" tags in your reply.
* Please DO NOT change the font, font size, add colors, stuff like that.
* Please PREVIEW before posting to make sure it is properly formatted.
* Please check that you have not deleted anyone's NAME & DATA.

Date of I-751 = The Date you sent your application
NOA Date = The Receipt Date on your NOA letter
Biometrics = The Date of your biometrics appointment
Approved = The Date your case was approved

* Please Capitalize your VJ Name when adding it to the list.
* When you're on this list, please come back to update your information accordingly.
* If you cannot add your information yourself, please ask another VJ member to help you do so.

















 

 


MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2014-06-12 13:30:00
PhilippinesFilipinas in central Ohio??
Have you tried MeetUp for social networking. It might be easier to meet new people with similar interest NOT just a similiar background. I have lived in several cities across Canada and the US and have found this website to be great for meeting people interested in the same hobbies, etc. as myself!

Good luck to your wife!
MrsJ
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2011-07-29 11:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWTF VSC?
I understand the frustration headbonk.gif and heartache sad.gif that everyone is feeling but has anyone taken into account the extreme weather conditions that have been experienced in that part of the country. Please understand that government offices run differently and are closed more frequently due to these sorts of events. My fiancé lives in the DC area and I know several people that work in government there and during these sorts of conditions their offices are regularly closed... It may not be fair but it is what it is. wacko.gif

Its only a matter of time before your case is moved forward and your NOA2 is received!


Patience is a virtue... Good things come to those who wait!!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-01-22 22:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 Petition Approved!
Congratulations!!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-01-30 15:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWE'VE BEEN APPROVED!
kicking.gif CONGRATUALTIONS!!! kicking.gif
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-02-05 11:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
WOO HOO!!!!!

Visa was approved at interview on July 27, 2009!!!! Visa was in hand on July 28, 2009!!!

Thanks to all for the wonderful support network! Reading all of your posts helped me with my journey through long days and even longer nights and the mounds of paperwork that required my attention... Thanks to all!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-07-30 15:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (NatPatBen @ May 12 2009, 12:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (BonoBGood @ May 11 2009, 06:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ahhh - you had me going, too!! That's weak sauce, but I know your approval won't be long. I think our change of address may have been what got our forms into some people's hands and led to our approval. Here's to hoping that the technique works for you as well!!


That was the goal! My address change was to switch the letter/number for my apartment. So instead of, say, A2, I changed it to say 2A. Very minor, but I'm hoping that it forces them to find the paperwork.


Congrats Ms Dina Dee! As far as the filling out more paperwork for AOS, I'm gonna get started on that as soon as I get back from next week's trip to Jamaica. I figure, may as well use our time apart to fill out that paperwork, so when we're together we can have our time for... other things. whistling.gif


NatPatBen, that is a great idea... I will be more on top of all my paperwork going forward, I just needed a little break. Hmmm, want some free time while on the islands, I wonder why... If you come up for air have a rum punch and some curried goat for me please!!! wink.gif
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-05-13 11:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
kicking.gif WOW!!! I just couldn't think of any other people to share my news with... I received my Packet 4 today and I have an interview date... July 27, 2009! Just as requested for late July... YAY! kicking.gif

I can't wait for the rest of fellow December 2008 filers to get their NOA2's and Interview dates... you are all in my prayers daily... thanks to all that have helped me along the way through all the up and downs and several questions!

This journey is almost complete... I am so ready to move onto the next stage! Saying "I DO"... and then more paperwork and cheques to write... LOL! Hmmm, guess I am not finished yet, he he he!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-05-11 19:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (NouraM @ May 6 2009, 01:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Our case was finally received today at NVC, but because of a data error on their side with my birthday they will not discuss my case with me until my birthdate is corrected in the system. headbonk.gif mad.gif and when I asked how long it will take to get corrected they told me to 10-15 days. Arggghh!!!

This combined with the fact that my mother will pas away any day now is just crying.gif


My thoughts and prayers are with you! Stay strong... rose.gif

MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-05-06 18:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

YAHOO!!! We got our approval this morning...
Can't wait to see my Baby this weekend to celebrate!

kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

Let's got VSC!!! I wanna see the rest of my fellow December Filers approved!!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-04-08 09:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (hapycloud @ Apr 6 2009, 04:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I was approved today April 6, 2009!!! YAHOO!!!!! Off to see my love this weekend what a wonderful gift!!!!!


good.gif CONGRATS!!!!! kicking.gif

I think we filed close together so I hope to have my approval soon, I can feel it! Good luck with the next step in this almost never ending process... LOL!

PS - Have a great time with your fiance, I will be with mine this weekend as well!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-04-06 19:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
Hey Folks...

Was just looking at Igor's list and was a little curious to see the total number of petitions at VSC and CSC for the month of December and this is what I found:

CSC - 59
VSC - 92

*Sorted by 1st NOA

Just an interesting difference... If there is this much of a difference in each month it seems that VSC has quite a few more petitions to process... Hopefully this can help us all in the home stretch of our long waits.
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-03-24 22:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
WOW!!! I have been outta town for a few days visiting my fiance and come back not checking this group as religiously as I normally do and what do I see when I do finally check... Yep, that's right APPROVALS!!!!!

I am so very happy for my fellow December K-1 filers... I can see that all of our approvals are soon to come, it feels so good to be hopeful!

I am WAY behind on getting my next round of paperwork together, yikes! Good luck to us all for speedy approvals... YIPPEE!!!!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-03-16 00:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
Even better... we broke the 300 mark today! I don't know how... I don't really care... Keep it coming!!!!!

QUOTE (MissDinaDee @ Feb 27 2009, 11:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WOW!!! We have moved up just over 50 spots in less than 2 weeks!!!
So excited because we are so much closer to being together!!!!!


MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-03-01 19:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDecember '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
WOW!!! We have moved up just over 50 spots in less than 2 weeks!!!
So excited because we are so much closer to being together!!!!!
MissDinaDeeFemaleCanada2009-02-27 23:05:00