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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 what to do from here

So we finally got our NOA2 on April 8th, however I called the NVC center April 30th and they have yet to get the papers. I gave them my case number and get "sir we dont have anything by that case number yet". Its almost been a month and the NOA2 has a 4 month validity window valid through 8/7/2013. I dont want to take the chance that it would expire before she arrives, the mail in the Philippines specifically Mindanao is quite slow. Should i just wait longer for the NVC center to get their stuff together? Am i missing something? Is this window going to be a issue? HELP ME PLEASE IM FREAKING OUT!


You don't have to worry about your petition. The U.S. Embassy Manila will revalidate it for another four months.

By the way, you should plan on sending your important papers to your fiancee via FedEx or LBC, not USPS / PhilPost. You've been warned!

Keep calling the NVC every business day. Ask for a tier two rep.





TahomaMalePhilippines2013-05-01 18:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresdocuments for k1

May I ask, is this the number to call for NVC or  USEM? 


It's the USEM's call center where they schedule interviews for K-1ers like you.

TahomaMalePhilippines2013-05-08 19:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion after approved NOA 2

I received a NOA2 approved letter for K1 from the USCIS. My question is what is going to be the next step?

Next week, start calling the NVC every day to get your MNL case number. When you have your MNL case number, you can pay the visa application fee at BPI, schedule an interview, and complete the medical.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-01 06:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSo am I ahead of Schedule?

How did you get notification of your info to the NVC and get the appointment so quickly? did you call the NVC and pressure them at all?

About a week or so after the USCIS approves your petition, start calling the NVC to get your MNL case number. Once you have your MNL case number, you can schedule the Embassy interview and complete the medical.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-01 14:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSo am I ahead of Schedule?
Steve...

1. Yes, your fiancée is on schedule to interview and to get her visa before the end of the year. In a week or so, you need to start calling the National Visa Center (NVC) in order to get your MNL case number. Once you have your MNL case number, your fiancée can pay the visa application fee at BPI and schedule her interview. After she schedules her interview, she can complete the medical at St. Lukes.

2. The interview does not have to wait until you file your 2012 tax return. Your current sustained income is what they look at, and that's why submitting several of your current paycheck stubs is so important. Your fiancée should point out your increased income and paycheck stubs to both the Filipino pre-screener and to the Consular Officer. Better yet, you should attend the interview and do it yourself. Why take a chance?
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-01 05:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 questions

...she will need to have her Cyprus police clearance. So you have to figure out how to attain this.

:thumbs: :thumbs:
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-02 11:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresIs it necessary to set a wedding date?

Just say, within 90 days upon arrival to US as you stated on your Letter of Intent.

^^^ BINGO !!!

We have a winner. :thumbs: :thumbs:
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-06 12:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJoint Sponsor

Kind a confusing but, I'm just let my co-sponsor filled out both. just to make sure. I appreciated the response.

I think the beneficiary will have better luck submitting the joint sponsor's I-864.

In this type of case, I strongly recommend that the petitioner attend the interview.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-09 02:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbloodtests for k1 visa applicants

Hi there, does an HBV carrier applicant be granted of the visa? will there be problems during the blood tests? Anyone had their medical tests at St. Luke's Manila..Pls help guys...

Hepatitis B is not on the list of diseases which cause a person to be inadmissible to the U.S.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-09 12:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureshard copy of letter with MNL Number

Am I correct in assuming the only purpose of the MNL# is to pay the visa fee at the bank and to make an embassy appointment?

You will need your MNL case number if you contact the Embassy about your case.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-09 12:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhats next?
Don't wait for the Embassy to send you a letter telling you that you are eligible to schedule an interview. If you wait for the Embassy letter, it will delay your case.

Instead, you can schedule an interview as soon as you get your MNL case number from the NVC. Start calling the NVC about a week after the USCIS approves your petition.

By the way, if you want to read the eligibility letter which the Embassy sends, here it is: My link.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-09 13:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresUnder Age
What's the age of consent to marry in the state you live in?

I'm guessing the following:

Depending on your state's age of consent to marry, you may or may not need to include your state's consent document with your I-129F packet. If consent to marry is needed for a 17 year old, then include your state's consent document signed by her brother. You may also want to submit a copy of his legal guardianship papers.

Your fiancée needs to be 18 years old by the time she attends the CFO seminar. The CFO seminar is still several months away for her because it's normally completed around the time of the Embassy interview. At 18 years old, she will need to submit the Filipino version of the parental consent form to the CFO. She should also submit her brother's legal guardianship documents.

PS...That other thread that was linked to earlier is inconclusive. In that thread, the OP's petition has not been approved by the USCIS, his fiancée has not had an Embassy interview, and she also hasn't completed the CFO seminar. The other poster in that thread (who claimed they had no problem with a case similar to yours) is probably a troll, and I would not trust the information they gave.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-08-06 15:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhere to address Letter of Intent to Marry

Does it really matter who it's addressed to, or if there's even an address on it? I was under the assumption that as long as it has the petitioner/fiance's names and signed by both it would be ok.

Hey...it's for your sweetheart's big day...it's her visa interview day...and it's a big day for you too!

On such an important occasion I would think you would be aiming for better than just "ok."
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-10 09:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMedical Examination Question
Sorry, you don't have anything contagious, so you will need to find something else to worry about. :P

Good luck with your medical.

By the way, it's a lot less expensive to get your dental work done in 'Pinas.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-11 10:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview appointment is already scheduled

hello guys, i want to ask if i can use this letter to request hongkong police clearance? it is same letter na matatanggap ko sa aking packet 3? thanks

I don't know if you can use that one. That one is the letter the Embassy sends you, and it tells you that you are eligible for an interview, and it gives you interview preparation instructions. You can call it Packet 3 if you want to. It's the only mail the Embassy sends to K-1'ers.

From the explanation on the Department of State website, it appears you can use that letter if it has your name on it. If it doesn't have your name on it, then you need another document.

My link.

To get better answers, you might want to google this topic here on VJ, or you might want to start your own thread.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-11 13:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview appointment is already scheduled
From the Embassy letter:

Kailangang dalhin ang mga sumusunod na dokumento sa inyong interbyu:

You must bring the following documentation when you come to the Embassy for your interview:
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-11 10:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview appointment is already scheduled
Here is the Tagalog version of the same letter.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-11 10:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview appointment is already scheduled
Read the letter. The answer is there.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-11 09:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresInterview appointment is already scheduled
This letter from the Embassy will explain what to do.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-11 09:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresJust engaged, K1 (or CR1) concerns

I don't have a birth certificate (or I do and my parents just can't find it). The says I can submit copies of my entire passport in place of this. Has anyone done this, and have you had any problems not having a birth certificate?

I'll approach your questions assuming you will be filing a K-1 fiancée visa petition. For the I-129F (fiancé(e) visa petition), you can submit a copy of all pages of your passport. However, you must have a valid passport with at least five years validity remaining before it expires. Also, it's possible that the CFO (Commission on Filipinos Overseas) will require your fiancée to submit a copy of your birth certificate. Your fiancée will be required to have a CFO sticker in her passport before she is allowed to board a flight to the U.S. To get the sticker, she must attend the CFO seminar. She will attend the seminar either shortly before her Embassy interview or shortly afterward. Your parents can get your official birth certificate for you.

As I said above, I quit my job. I'm lucky enough to be in a location and industry where I'm confident I can find another well paying job soon after I return to the US. I also have substantial savings where I could support myself and my (soon to be) wife for many years with no help from the government in the unlikely case that neither of us are able to find work. Will I still need a co-sponsor for the I-134?

It is unlikely that you will need a joint sponsor. If you proceed according to your plan, you will be working by the time your fiancée has her Embassy interview and your current sustained income will put you over 125% of the poverty level on an annualized basis. Your then-current paycheck stubs will show that your income will surpass the poverty guidelines. Also, even if you are not working by the time of your fiancée's interview, you may have enough liquid assets to offset the lacking income. If you had no income at all, and had about $60,000 in liquid assets, you would fulfill the requirements. Either way, I would plan on attending your fiancée's interview with her just to make sure the Consular Officer gets an accurate picture of your financial position. If you feel you need a joint sponsor, keep in mind that it's a 50/50 proposition on whether the USEM will allow the joint sponsor. I would strongly recommend that you attend her interview if you are planning to use a joint sponsor.

We'll be applying from the Philippines, using my parents' address in the US where appropriate. I read other posts indicating that this is not a problem, but please correct me if I'm wrong.

I think it will be okay.

Given my situation, would anyone recommend going the CR1 route and getting married in the Philippines, rather than doing a K1? I'm reading conflicting information as to which process is faster. I want to get her over to the US quickly, however, one or two months difference won't matter so much in the grand scheme of things if one route is easier than the other.

A K-1 will be a couple/few months faster. I found the K-1 route to be fairly easy.

Thanks for any advice you can offer!

Welcome to VJ and good luck on your visa journey.


TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-12 12:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRECENT ITR

I will ask him to file ITR as soon as possible before my interview..I asked him about it.but he said we dont need it and he just follow USCIS guideline.. his standing is good we are not on poverty lines on 2010 but I was worried when I read that 2011 ITR is what the consul need for this year.I hope everything will be okay and get the paper I need before the interview..is this all depends on consul?..

You need to follow the USEM guidelines, not the USCIS guidelines. The Pre-screener and the Consular Officer will ask you to submit your fiancé's 2011 income tax return. Here is what the Embassy says about the issue:

EVIDENCE OF SUPPORT. You should be able to demonstrate that you will not become a public charge or be a burden on the U.S. taxpayers for financial support. A completed I-134 Affidavit of Support Form will be useful to the consular officer to evaluate your petitioner’s ability to be financially responsible for you. You should also submit your petitioner’s most recent U.S. Federal income tax return (Form 1040) and wage statements (Form W-2). Employment letters stating salaries and bank statements may be included to substantiate the I-134.

USEM link.

If you don't submit the income tax return, the USEM will issue you Form MNL-IV-22, which is a 221g. The 221g will give you, I believe, one year to submit his income tax return.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-14 05:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresRECENT ITR
What is he doing today?

Why couldn't he file his tax return today?

You are going to need it.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-13 20:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProblems with K-1 visa Entry
Don't do anything to screw up your K-1.

Stay away from the church. Just have a big celebration party at home. It'll be fun, and the family will enjoy it.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 15:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

The op cares about what is relevant to his case, not about what you said which is what this thread is turning into. Im not upset. Im not the one getting all hot and bothered on here and being hostile, but anyway keep it up... I dont even know why I engaged you this is obiviously a good time for you. Now Im being like you'll contributing a whole of nothing to op's situation. Keep it relevant or keep it moving.

I see you haven't noticed that everyone except you is discussing the reasons why the OP's friend could have gotten an RFE. Instead of discussing the issue, you've decided to anoint yourself the thread police. Since you are so bored and have nothing to contribute, why don't you go rant on some other thread.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 22:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

it says on the form that they did not have past the number of evidence.. We juz dnt get it coz if they didnt submit the required evidence then why did the service center not send them rfe or why did they get the approval?


Who cares? Calm down people and stop hijacking op's thread. This arguement is like the song that never ends

I care. The OP cares. The OP's friend who got denied cares. I'll bet the friend's fiancé cares. Isn't that enough for you?

I'm calm. Why are you getting upset over the discussion in this thread?

Why don't you read the OP's post above and tell me how this thread has been hijacked.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 21:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

Tahoma next writes a few things that appear to be generally in agreement with what i wrote. He writes that even if a petition is front loaded, new evidence may come out after the petition is submitted. This does not take into consideratino however that the red flags (age difference, no common language, and all the rest Ellis writes about) generally dont change with time. Finally he asks me to link to anyone whose K-1 petition was denied by the USCIS for failure to prove a bona fide relationship without the petition ever having reached the USEM level. Well i havent seen this happen either, and I don’t see how anything I said implies I should have.

Please don't twist my words. Where did I say that new evidence "may" come out after the petition is submitted? Here's what I said:

...it is impossible to make sure there is no new information when the beneficiary interviews at the Embassy.

...the Consular Officers will definitely have specific evidence which is unavailable to DHS at the time of petition approval. Where did you get the idea that they wouldn't?

...it's impossible for the USCIS to have all of the evidence when they initially adjudicate the petition because they only have the evidence from before the petition was submitted, and nothing from then until the Embassy interview.

Also, you can hedge your argument all you want by saying that red flags "generally" don't change over time. This demonstrates a lack of knowledge about the K-1 process. Red flags can and do change over time. An example of this is when a petitioner and a beneficiary have not visited each other for almost two years by the time the petition is filed with the USCIS. After the petition is filed, they visit each other two or three times. I'd say that's a pretty big change, not to mention it's new information.

Further, Ellis' article only focuses on a few obvious rudimentary examples of some potential red flags on the petitioner's side of things, and he says nothing about the beneficiary's red flags other than to acknowledge that there may be some. Additionally, you ignored my comment about the beneficiary's documents which are submitted at Embassy interview, and not the USCIS. Wouldn't all of these documents be new information? Please keep in mind that Ellis has a bias; he's trying to sell something. More disturbingly, he doesn't seem to know that, despite an approved K-1 petition's four-month validation period, the USEM routinely revalidates them for up to one year.

Finally, even though you don't want to give a straight answer, there's a very good reason why you haven't seen the USCIS deny a K-1 petition for failure to prove a bona fide relationship before it's been to the Embassy level...because it doesn't happen! If it did happen, a person with your bona fides would have no problem providing a single case where it did happen.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 21:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial
By the way, the USEM requires K-1'ers to bring evidence of a genuine relationship to their interview. The following is from the USEM's interview instructions:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. It is important that you submit ALL of the following documentation to facilitate the processing of your application.

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EVIDENCE OF A GENUINE ENGAGEMENT. You must be prepared to prove to the consular officer that you have a genuine relationship with your petitioner and a clear intention to marry within 90 days of admission into the U.S. In the past, successful applicants have submitted photographs, letters, e-mails, phone records, bank records, and remittance records as evidence supporting their relationships and intent to marry.

Link to USEM K-1 interview instructions.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 01:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

The bona fide's of the relationship are a matter that only the USCIS gets to decide. The trick is to include a lot of evidence, including any derogatory information, with the initial I-129 application. The embassy can only deny a visa for lack of evidence of a bona fide marriage and send the file back to the USCIS when it uncovers new information, not previously considered by the USCIS. So make sure there is no new information to uncover and USCIS has all possible derogatory info to begin with and still approves the case.


One of the the problems with your logic is that, even assuming a petition is front-loaded, and even assuming that the USCIS looks at the front-loaded evidence of a bona fide relationship, it doesn't take into account all of the evidence of a bona fide relationship which occurs from the time the K-1 petition is initially submitted by the petitioner to the USCIS until the time of the USEM interview, nor does it take into account other documents that the beneficiary must submit to the USEM during the interview which, if submitted with the initial petition, would be outdated by the time of the interview. So, as you can see, it is impossible to make sure there is no new information when the beneficiary interviews at the Embassy.



Read the seventh paragraph from that link titles "No readjudication of petitions." The language is clear. The only difference between fiance/spouse petitions has to do with issues of validity and expiration. You can argue that the consular officials don't follow the state department's instructions, but the instructions themselves are clear.

7. In general, an approved petition will be considered by
consular officers as prima facie evidence that the requirements
for classification - which are examined in the petition process
- have been met. Where Congress has placed responsibility and
authority with DHS to determine whether the requirements for
status which are examined in the petition process have been met,
consular officers do not have the authority to question the
approval of petitions without specific evidence, generally
unavailable to DHS at the time of petition approval, that the
beneficiary may not be entitled to status (see 9 FAM 41.53, Note
2, 41.54 Note 3.2-2, 41.55 Note 8, 41.56 Note 10, 41.57 Note 6,
and 42.43 Note 2) due to fraud, changes in circumstances or
clear error on the part of DHS in approving the petition.
Conoffs should not assume that a petition should be revoked
simply because they would have reached a different decision if
adjudicating the petition.

Your interpretation of the paragraph is just plain wrong. At the USEM, the Consular Officers will definitely have specific evidence which is unavailable to DHS at the time of petition approval. Where did you get the idea that they wouldn't?



I misspoke when i referred to the petition as an immigrant petition. As for the rest, I think Marc Ellis' article is also agreeing with me, see http://www.ilw.com/a...0323-ellis.shtm
Note that he specifically refers to the K-1 visa example at the beginning of the article and writes "These are the facts we’re using for the article."
No point discussing this further anyway.



I think you are repeating my words exactly.

Marc Ellis' article is not agreeing with you. Read this part of Ellis' article again:

What does that language mean? It means an approved petition is prima facie evidence of eligibility for an immigrant visa, unless a consular officer finds substantial evidence of ineligibility. More importantly, this evidence must have been unknown and unavailable to DHS at the time it approved the petition. That is the nearly the whole game for your client right there, in a few words.

As I said above, it's impossible for the USCIS to have all of the evidence when they initially adjudicate the petition because they only have the evidence from before the petition was submitted, and nothing from then until the Embassy interview.

Jim's post does not agree with you either:

USCIS does not interview either the petitioner or beneficiary, nor do they evaluate evidence of a bonafide relationship during the petition approval process. The consular officer is the first one to see any of this evidence, which makes it abundantly easy for the consular officer to produce evidence which was "generally unavailable to DHS at the time of petition approval". This is, in fact, how the overwhelming majority of denied petitions end up being sent back to USCIS. The consular officer is claiming that the visa was denied based on evidence discovered during the interview, and they're recommending that USCIS revoke the approval of the petition.

diavitirio...please link me to anyone whose K-1 petition was denied by the USCIS for failure to prove a bona fide relationship without the petition ever having reached the USEM level.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 01:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

The bona fide's of the relationship are a matter that only the USCIS gets to decide. The trick is to include a lot of evidence, including any derogatory information, with the initial I-129 application. The embassy can only deny a visa for lack of evidence of a bona fide marriage and send the file back to the USCIS when it uncovers new information, not previously considered by the USCIS. So make sure there is no new information to uncover and USCIS has all possible derogatory info to begin with and still approves the case.

Once again, this is not a spousal visa case.

It's a fiancé(e) visa case. The U.S. Embassy Manila decides whether it's a bona fide relationship, not the USCIS.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-14 06:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

Many people get RFE or denials at the USCIS level for not proving an ongoing, bona fide realtionship.

The OP is asking about a K-1 case.

If you know of any K-1 cases where the USCIS denied/RFE'd them because they lacked proof of an ongoing/bona fide relationship, would you kindly provide a link.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-13 13:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresvisa denial

hi guys a friend of mine was denied of the k1 visa aftr her interview, does she have any other options? Would appreciate replies, she's devastated..


it says on the form that they did not have past the number of evidence.. We juz dnt get it coz if they didnt submit the required evidence then why did the service center not send them rfe or why did they get the approval?

The USCIS service center did not send the petitioner an RFE because, at that level of the K-1 process, it's not required to prove a bona fide relationship. The Embassy determines whether a relationship is bona fide. The USCIS looks at whether the couple met face-to-face within two years prior to filing the petition.

Did the Embassy issue her Form MNL-IV-22 (221g)? If so, what exactly did it say?

Maybe her visa was not denied. Maybe it was refused. If it was refused, then she can submit more evidence.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-13 10:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresA family of two or three?
You are a household (family) of three.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-16 16:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Denied

I think the OP didn't understand his RFE.

^^^ Maybe this.

Like another poster mentioned I am wondering if the OP included a signed letter of intent to marry from both him and his fiancee.

^^^ Or, maybe this.


OP...You are correct: Filipino parental consent/parental advice forms have never been required by the USCIS. Also, a CENOMAR has never been required by the USCIS. The only time I saw a consent form included in an I-129F submission was when the beneficiary was 17 years old at the time the petition was filed, and wasn't legal yet to marry in the state where the petitioner lived.

Here's the deal: If the USCIS required a Filipino parental consent form or a Filipino parental advice form, then we'd see bunches of petitions getting RFE's because there are bunches of Filipinos being petitioned who are under 25 years old. That's who the Filipino law applies to...all those under 25 years old regardless of where they want to get married. Where are all those RFE's? I don't see any.

Ironically, the U.S. Embassy Manila virtually never asks for a parental consent/parental advice document. Even the CFO, who advertise themselves as the ones who are the consent police, often times don't ask for a parental advice/parental consent form. For those getting married in the Philippines, the Local Civil Registrar is probably the only one who would require a consent/advice form on a regular basis.

It appears the USCIS made a mistake. However, as you now know, you could have prevented a nosebleed by complying with their request.

Edited by Tahoma, 15 October 2012 - 10:31 PM.

TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-15 22:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOT EMPLOYED FIANCE, EXCEED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENTREQUIREMENTS, WITH 3 COSPONSORS

bank statement around 30k or 40k, house deeds and titles, cars titles, old paystub, severance pYment, income tax return 1st year around 30k plus dollars, 2nd year around 40k plus and the recent one is 71k ITR. Then Affidavit of support and supporting docs (which is more likely the same with my fiance) thats all i can submit. Except that my cosponsor is employed and have a family business. He was skilled since hes from a good company and I am a degree holder. What do you think?

. I dont know what else we can do to get approved. Literally, everything is ok. The money i dont think will be questionable UNTIL we got lucky about his job and announced laying off of people Uggggh :(

I think you have a very strong case, especially since you are dealing with an Embassy which accepts joint sponsors and you have a qualified joint sponsor. You would have an even stronger case if your fiancé attended your interview.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-18 03:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOT EMPLOYED FIANCE, EXCEED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENTREQUIREMENTS, WITH 3 COSPONSORS
You can use only one joint sponsor. Usually the joint sponsor would submit an I-134 and it's supporting documents. However, I recommend that the joint sponsor submit an I-864 and all of it's supporting documents. I recommend this because an I-864 is legally binding, where an I-134 is not. Although I understand that you won't be interviewing in Manila, I've seen this method used with success there, even though K-1 joint sponsorship is a 50/50 gamble.

You and your fiancé need to build a strong financial case so that the CO will be convinced that you will not become a public charge when you are in the U.S.. Your fiancé needs to submit proof of his liquid assets. I would suggest submitting several bank statements, which would show the account balance over time. If he owns his house outright, I would send proof of that too. He can also use the second and third car, but not the primary one. Current paystubs are a must. If he has had a high income over the past three years, I would also include income tax returns and tax transcripts for those years. If either of you have special skills or an education or vocation that would make you more employable in the U.S., I would put that info into a notarized letter and submit it. Build a strong case. And make sure he attends your interview.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-17 20:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOT EMPLOYED FIANCE, EXCEED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENTREQUIREMENTS, WITH 3 COSPONSORS

No he is single and never been married. If we will use his mom, what affidavit of support is needed?
If his dad and wife(fiances stepmom) what affidavit of support?
My fiances mom is living all by herself
Dad & wife and fiances sister have their own house
And my fiance have his own house.

My opinion:

Your fiancé should submit an I-864 and all of it's supporting documents. His joint sponsor should submit an I-864 and all of it's supporting documents.



He earned money this year though, he worked for 8 months plus 3 months additional payment. So basically he worked for almost a year. He prolly have the same income tax this year or a little less maybe.

The Consular Officer will look at your fiancé's income from 2011, and the CO will look at this year's income too, which your fiancé should provide. However, the CO will put the greatest weight on your fiancé's current sustained income. Even though he's still getting paid, and he can submit current paycheck stubs due to his severance, he still doesn't have an employer's letter. If you are asked to submit an employer's letter, you are going to have a problem. That's why he should prepare a joint sponsor and he should prepare proof of liquid assets.

Also, I strongly recommend, in a case like yours, that your fiancé attend your interview.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-17 19:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOT EMPLOYED FIANCE, EXCEED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENTREQUIREMENTS, WITH 3 COSPONSORS

You could only use a maximum of 2 joint sponsors per petition

A joint sponsor may submit an Affidavit of Support to sponsor all or some of the family members if the primary sponsor does not meet the income requirements. A maximum of two joint sponsors per petition can be used. Each joint sponsor is only responsible for the applicant(s) listed on that joint sponsor’s Affidavit of Support. Important note: If a joint sponsor is used, the petitioning sponsor must submit Form I-864, not Form I-864EZ.

Please be reminded that USEM is a bit strict on the co-sponsorship and will evaluate on a case-to-case basis.

Good luck!

From the I-864 instructions:

A joint sponsor must be able to meet the income requirements for all the persons he or she is sponsoring without combining resources with the petitioning sponsor or a second joint sponsor.

I-864 instructions.



OP...You can use one joint sponsor. I think you have a good chance for approval.

Does your fiancé have any unmarried children under 21 years old?
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-17 18:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOT EMPLOYED FIANCE, EXCEED IN FINANCIAL STATEMENTREQUIREMENTS, WITH 3 COSPONSORS
If your fiancé has about $60,000 in liquid assets in the U.S., then he won't necessarily need a joint sponsor...depending on his household size of course.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-17 17:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat's next?
I don't know why, but I thought you were in the Philippines. If you are not Filipino, please disregard my post above.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-17 09:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswhat's next?
:star: Congratz on your petition approval. :star:

Now you can get busy. Here's what to do:

1. Don't wait for the Embassy to contact you. Instead, call the National Visa Center (NVC) and get your MNL case number.
2. Once you get your MNL case number, pay the visa application fee at BPI.
3. The next day, schedule your interview either online or by phone.
4. Complete your medical at St. Lukes.
5. Complete your Embassy interview.
6. Receive your visa and buy a plane ticket.
7. Complete the CFO seminar and get your CFO sticker attached to your passport.
8. Enjoy while everyone serenades you with the song about Filipinos returning home someday..."babalik ka rin..." :jest:
9. Pack your bags.
10. Fly away.
TahomaMalePhilippines2012-10-16 01:43:00