ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGreen card went to old address - WHY?
I did the AR-11 after arriving (ie after becoming a peranent resident) AND my wife submitted the I-865 (and received a confirmation).

sorry, I meant to say I filed the AR-11 within 10 days after moving to our new address; both our old and new addresses are in the US.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-12-02 13:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGreen card went to old address - WHY?
Hi everyone. My Green Card was mailed to my in-laws' house 34 days after I changed my address online (AR-11) when we moved. I called USCIS who told me they cannot verify if my address has been changed. The only way for me to know is to make an Infopass appointment and go to the field office! Has this happened to anyone? Should I just assume they have my new address? Thanks
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-11-30 17:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 Immigration proceedings

Hello,

I'm filling up the I-130 form and I'm stuck with the immigration proceedings question #16.
When I was 14 (this was in 1998)I followed my mother to try to enter the U.S. and we got caught crossing the border ilegally. We were only in the U.S. for a couple of hours and we got fingerprinted and pictures taken. I was underage at the time so I hope it doesn't affect me much.
Does this mean that I should answer "Yes" on this question? and if so, which would be the option I should pick? Removal, Exclusion/deportation, Rescission or Judicial Proceedings?
Thanks in advance!!


The question itself states, "Has your relative ever been under immigration proceedings." That would lead me to believe you should answer "Yes," and check "Removal."

They have your prints and pictures, and the USCIS/INS/whatever is pretty hard-core on checking this stuff out. If you lie, you're dead in the water 100%. The instructions however ("Who May Not File" Number 6) state that if you can prove the marriage was entered in good faith, and that the marriage is valid (which you'll have to do anyways), the removal won't necessarily bar you from immigration proceedings. But, even in that paragraph, it states that "if you married your [spouse] while [they were] subject to..." Your case sounds like you didn't get married while you were being removed (unless you married at 14 lol).

I think you'll be fine. It might raise an eyebrow or two... not because they think you're a bad person, but because they may see you as another way for your mom to try to circumvent immigration laws. But, I think if you can prove the marriage is real and in good faith, you can just explain that you didn't have a choice because you were 14 years old, and I'm sure they'll understand.
ShonenknifeMaleJapan2010-06-15 09:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC NOTIFY?
case just completed from uscis has been forwarded our case to the nvc,my question is, does nvc will notify me as soon as they recieved it? looking forward to any of your reply
redjoshuaNot TellingPhilippines2008-06-25 18:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlease help me
My first opinion you may run into trouble at the interview explaining why you the "Petitioner" did not have the means to support her in the Philippines? Why she had to take a job outside the country while waiting for application package.

Make sure you cover your bases on this !!!
vacrimefighterMalePhilippines2011-12-26 13:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlease help me
As something as important as this she should have been waiting at the address you provided.

I would call the Service center you applied to and the NVC to try to work out the logistics.

CLOCK IS TICKING ON YOUR BENEFICIARY
vacrimefighterMalePhilippines2011-12-26 13:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdecided to take early dna testing before the interview , result is negative..what to do?
Who did the wife list on the baby birth certificate ?

Does she know who the real father is? Does the father know she was pregnant? Is the father somebody you should be afraid of? Does the child look like you? Do you think the child should have a relationship with his biological father? You have to consider all those ethical and legal questions, discuss them with your wife, her family, and with a lawyer, or parish priest if that seems necessary to answer all your questions.


vacrimefighterMalePhilippines2012-01-06 04:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow do I request email notices on I-130

Thanks again. This information is very helpful!


All,

I am preparing I-130 for mu wife in India and looking for place in I-130 form where I can put my email address or phone number, so I can get emails/text message. I didnt find anywhere in I-130. Where can I put my email address/phone number to get emails/text messages from USCIS?

Thanks in advance!
DipikantMaleIndia2012-10-09 16:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 APPROVED TODAY
Congratulation! and goog luck for the next steps.
DipikantMaleIndia2013-01-22 22:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 File in Washington DC field office (Fairfax VA)

Can I have the link to the thread please?


DipikantMaleIndia2013-06-17 14:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 File in Washington DC field office (Fairfax VA)

I called USCIS some time back and they said my file is in Washington DC field office but I did not get any notice about the transfer.

 

Last month I had an Infopass interview at Washington DC field office (Fairfax, VA), the officer went inside after checking in the system and taking all my details and after 10 mins she came out and told me that yes' your file is here in Washington DC field office (Can it be true?) and no immigration officer assigned to it. Then she said - "I don?t know when an immigration office will be assigned and I know it?s frustrating, but please have patience and wait".

 

Any one has any idea ? what did she check inside? Did she talk to someone or checked in another system?

 

I have scheduled one more interview for coming Friday, but not sure what else I can ask other than asking whats going on with my file.

 

Please let me know what else I can ask the immigration officer?

Also, Please shar all your experiences about Washington DC FO, I would appreciate it!

 

Thanks


DipikantMaleIndia2013-06-17 12:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDocuments for NVC stage

Thanks for your reply.

You can send extra proof in with the IV package.  I am not familiar with the Indian Consulates, so I can not speak from experience for them, but I sent new evidence with my husband's IV package.  My husband's consulate does not take proofs or much of anything else at the interview, but some consulates do. 

 


DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-11 00:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDocuments for NVC stage

Hi,

 

I have a question regarding documents that need to be sent at NVC stage. Apart from the civil documents mentioned in the website, do we need to send proof of ongoing marital relationship or will it be required at the interview stage?

 

 


DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-10 06:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice clearance certificate from Bangalore

Thank you Trina & Bhupi.

My fiance got his PCC in Dehradhun and it took quite a few weeks like, 5 or 6 weeks. They told us to give them 21 days as they need to contact your local police dept before issuing the clearance. Now, Bangalore seems a little more organized than where we live up north so, yours may run more smoothly. Good luck!!

 


DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-19 01:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPolice clearance certificate from Bangalore

I have an appointment for PCC from Passport Seva Kendra, Bangalore next week. Anybody who has an experience with Bangalore passport office please share your experience. Can I get the report on the same day or does it take some time before I can get the PCC?


DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-18 02:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresConfused about front loading relationship evidence (merged)

Thanks a lot for all your advice.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-19 01:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresConfused about front loading relationship evidence (merged)

Is it better to send evidence of relationship for CR1 visa at the I130 stage or at NVC stage ? Can I send  evidence of relationship to NVC along with original civil documents? I have sent some evidence to USCIS but just wondering if I should send some more evidence at the NVC stage as well along with my IV packet. Any idea if USCIS sends all the documets submitted by us to NVC or only the I130 approval letter? Please help with your suggetions.

 

DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-18 06:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresConfused about front loading relationship evidence (merged)

Have you all frontloaded at the I130 stage or at NVC stage also? I mean did you send your evidence of relationship to NVC along with your original civil documents? I have sent some evidence to USCIS but just wondering if I should send some more evidence at the NVC stage as well along with my IV packet. Any idea if USCIS sends all the documets submitted by us to NVC or only the I130 approval letter? Please help with your suggetions.

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DipikantMaleIndia2013-07-18 00:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavits for late registration of birth certificate

Hi,

 

Please help me with a sample format of affidavits for birth certificate. I have a birth certificate but the birth registration date is July 2013. I was born in 1979. I read in VJ that birth certificates which are registered after a year of birth are sometimes unacceptable. So, I am planning to make 2 affidavits stating the contents of my Birth certificate. If someone has a sample of such affidavits, please help me with the format.

 

Thanks


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-08 05:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864 or i864ez

Hi NLR,

 

Thanks for your reply. I kind of understood the preocess now. Because NVC forwards all the documents to respctive consulate, they need make sure the consulate has electronic processing or not. If the cosulate has electornic processing then I think we can send all the documents to NVC by mail. And in my case India is not in the list, so I have to send all the hard copies to NVC by mail.

 

Right?

 

Thanks a lot for your time and response.


And what I was thinking before that NVC does not forward the AOS packet to the respective consulate. Thanks


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-05 12:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864 or i864ez

Is it not AOS related to the petitioner and NVC? I am not sure how the consulate comes into the picture. I can understand for DS-230 it linked to the country specific consulate.

 

Are you guys agree with me?

 


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-05 08:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864 or i864ez

Thanks all for your reply! I also qualify as i got all "Yes" for the below three conditions (IF..), so I will use I-864EZ. It also says you can send it by e-mail as an attachment, if you have joined E-Mail Elctronic processing program (see the bold lines below). What is E-Mail Electronic Processing program #5 & #6)? How can I participate this program?

 

 

IF...

All three of the following are true:

·         You filed a Form I-130 petition, for your relative

·         There is only one applicant on the Form I-130 petition, and

·         All your qualifying income comes from a salary or pension and shows on one or more W-2 Forms that you receive 

 

THEN..

1.    Complete an I-864EZ. on your computer using CAPITAL letters

2.    Review the I-864EZ Checklist

3.    Print the completed form

4.    Attach the bar code sheet, and

5.    Mail them to the NVC unless you have joined the E-Mail Electronic Processing program, then?

6.    Scan the I-864EZ to Portable Document Format (PDF) and send it as an e-mail attachment to NVCElectronic@state.gov. Sending physical documents to the NVC will delay the processing of your case. When sending completed forms to the NVC do not include instruction pages or any other sheets which do not carry information you entered while completing the form.

 

Thanks


Edited by Dipikant, 04 August 2013 - 11:26 PM.

DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-04 23:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864 or i864ez

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Edited by Dipikant, 04 August 2013 - 11:27 PM.

DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-04 23:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi-864 or i864ez

All,

 

I have not seen people taking about i-864ez. As per my understanding from department of state web page - http://travel.state..../info_3197.html (5th option in the IF clause), if you are sponsoring one person and you have only one income you have to use for I-864ez.

 

Is my understanding correct?

 

I am the petitioner and sponsoring my wife for Immigrant visa and has only one income.

 

Thanks in advance.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-04 18:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I wait for 2012 Tax return transcript? Pl. help!

Great, thanks.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-10 18:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I wait for 2012 Tax return transcript? Pl. help!

Is it ok to give today's date on the signature page?


Edited by Dipikant, 09 August 2013 - 09:29 AM.

DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-09 09:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I wait for 2012 Tax return transcript? Pl. help!

Sumit381,

 

Thanks for replying in detail. Now I know what I have to do. I think I have wasted 1 week just waiting for this transcript.

 

Thanks


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-08 15:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I wait for 2012 Tax return transcript? Pl. help!

Yes, they are copies what filed. I will sign and send the supporting documents with it (W2..etc)

 

But we both have to sign? My wife is in India

 

When I filed in last April, what I did is, I sent the page where joint file signature required to India and my wife signed it and sent it back to me.

 

Thanks for your reply!


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-08 15:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I wait for 2012 Tax return transcript? Pl. help!

I do not have the photocopies of the 2012 tax returns I sent but have the copies generated out of turbo tax (not signed). Will that be ok? or NVC will look for the exact copies I sent to IRS?

 

Thanks for your reply.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-08 13:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresShould I wait for 2012 Tax return transcript? Pl. help!

Here is the situation:

 

I am the petitioner, USC.

Wife is the beneficiary, is in India.

I got the AOS fee paid online and the printed out the AOS receipt cover page with bar code.

AOS packet is almost ready except my 2012 tax return transcript.

 

I sent my 2012 federal tax return (filed jointly) with W7 (ITIN#) for my wife to Austin Texas on April 14th 2013.

After getting RFE from IRS about sending original birth certificate and driving license, IRS approved and assigned an ITIN # to her (got the ITIN# letter this Monday).

Now I am waiting for the 2012 federal tax return transcripts available on IRS website and checking everyday their website and every time it says the 2012 transcript does not exists

 

Question:

How long it takes for IRS to put my 2012 transcript into the system?

Should I wait for the transcript or send the AOS with 2012 tax return paper with supporting documents?

Is it worth waiting for the 2012 transcript?

 

Thanks in advance.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-08 12:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs typhoid a problem during medicals

Hi,

 

Our file is in NVC and my wife got fever due to typhoid. Can this be a problem during medical test or during the rest of the process for interview? What questions do they ask in the form during medical test?

 

Thanks


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-17 12:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPLZZZ AOS FILLING HELP. urgent....
I filed 864EZ.

There are three questions 864ez asks at the top,of the first page. If you answer all 'Yes, then you are good.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-08-22 07:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS260 exact address since you turned 16

Thanks a lot for your input. I am just worried because I have a previous visa on which I think I might have updated that old address. that's why a little concerned if they will match the old application with this new form. It's not possible to drive down there as it's really far. I have shifted to a different part of the country now and it's not very easy to find addresses in India. If I don't find the exact address, I am planning to only provide the area, city & zip code and if asked will have to tell the truth that I have forgotten the details.

I honestly don't think it'll be an issue.  For instance, being denied a visitor visa doesn't have an impact on your IR1/CR1 visa.  Even being denied entry to the USA doesn't have an impact.  Just do the best you can.  I used google maps for most of mine and asked people like my mom about other addresses.  Maybe you have an old pay stub or tax return with that address or an envelope from a card or other piece of mail? If possible can you drive there to find out?

 


Thanks a lot for your input. I am just worried because I have a previous visa on which I think I might have updated that old address. that's why a little concerned if they will match the old application with this new form. It's not possible to drive down there as it's really far. I have shifted to a different part of the country now and it's not very easy to find addresses in India. If I don't find the exact address, I am planning to only provide the area, city & zip code and if asked will have to tell the truth that I have forgotten the details.

I honestly don't think it'll be an issue.  For instance, being denied a visitor visa doesn't have an impact on your IR1/CR1 visa.  Even being denied entry to the USA doesn't have an impact.  Just do the best you can.  I used google maps for most of mine and asked people like my mom about other addresses.  Maybe you have an old pay stub or tax return with that address or an envelope from a card or other piece of mail? If possible can you drive there to find out?

 


DipikantMaleIndia2013-09-11 12:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS260 exact address since you turned 16

Thanks a lot for your input. I tried doing google search but that didn't help. I know the area, city & state but forgotten the exact house address. The main problem is when I applied for US visa last time 13 years back, I must have given that as my present address. Now if they match that old application with my present new, it will be a mismatch...am wondering how to access the old application that I must have submitted 13 years back.

I understand how frustrating this is.   Not only do you have to put the exact address but it doesn't matter how long the stay was.  I moved 18 times to 13 different locations from age 16 to 32... How fun was THAT?!

 

If you can drive around, great, if not, then do your best via google maps! 


 

You're a K1 and should ask these questions in the K1 forum as we don't necessarily know your process.  I think the DS-156 is online and the DS-230 you can print and write in the answers yourself. 


 


DipikantMaleIndia2013-09-11 10:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS260 exact address since you turned 16

Hi,

 

I have a previous seaman's visa which is expired 10 years ago, now applied for CR1. I had filled DS230 but as per new rule, we need to fill DS260. This form needs the exact addresses where we lived since we turned 16. Now, my problem is, I don't remember the exact house address where I stayed in 10 years back & I don't really remember the address that I would have filled while applying for seaman's visa. Is there any way of seeing what I filled in my previous application while applying for visa?

 

Any input will be helpful.

 

Thanks,

Wife of USC


DipikantMaleIndia2013-09-11 06:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresChecklist about DS-260

Thanks a lot for reply. I have submitted the DS-260 online.

 

Now, how does NVC come to know about that, I have submitted it?

 

Do I have to send an email to NVC, saying I have submitted? or just wait...


DipikantMaleIndia2013-09-19 21:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresChecklist about DS-260

NVC received my IV packet (DS-230, original civil docs & copies) on 4th September 2013.

 

I got a checklist about filling out DS-260 online and submit it. 

 

I called NVC and the CSR told me that you DO NOT required to submit DS-260 online as we are reviewing you case right now, wait till NVC to find any document missing/ need additional documents, then NVC will send another checklist asking for the missing document and submit DS-260 online.

 

Anyone had the similar experience? 

 

What should I do? Fill out DS-260 online and submit it?


DipikantMaleIndia2013-09-19 10:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWedding Date

Whatever the date you have in your marriage certificate that matters.

 

Agree, you sould be fine with the date 12/12/2012.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-09-30 12:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhen will be our Interview date?

Thanks, I have added mine.

 

One more question - when does NVC send the packet to embassy after completion?


DipikantMaleIndia2013-10-01 10:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhen will be our Interview date?

I called NVC yesterday and the CS said they have all the required papers to process my case further and my case has been completed on sep 27. And also said I will be getting two emails, one for case completion and another for the interview date. Right now NVC contacting to respective US embassy to get an appointment date.

 

Awesome!!

 

Should I except a interview date in November? because october dates are already out.

 

Thanks and good luck to all.


DipikantMaleIndia2013-10-01 10:32:00