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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp understanding I-129F
QUOTE (amykathleen2005 @ Aug 26 2009, 06:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I don't think that they were trying to tell you how to live your life. I think they were suggesting that if you do have to wait to be a legal age to marry in order to file the petition that you can use the time to continue to build your relationship. No harm in that. Everyone should continue to build their relationship. At least to me it did not seem like a judgmental comment.

PS Believe me, I am only a few years older than you and have found you will probably receive your share of judgmental comments from other people who will judge you before they even know you and may even say that he is just getting married to you for the green card. Now we know that is not true, but unfortunately people talk about things they know nothing of. Be happy for the people who are genuinely trying to help you, such as most of the people on these boards. Just my extra 2 p...


You're right. I apologize. I do genuinely appreciate the help from all of you. I'm just very confused & frustrated by the mixed answers. Not even the USCIS reps could give a straight answer. sad.gif I plan to call again tomorrow & hopefully get someone who can help this time. If I send in the parental consent with the petition and it is denied, I'm scared of having to start the whole process over. But because the time varies so much with each case, if we send it near the time I turn 18 and it takes longer than usual to process, I'll most likely post pone college til the spring or fall of 2011 to ensure we have all the proper paperwork, etc. ready by the time we have to, you know?
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-26 19:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp understanding I-129F
QUOTE (amykathleen2005 @ Aug 26 2009, 06:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I don't think that they were trying to tell you how to live your life. I think they were suggesting that if you do have to wait to be a legal age to marry in order to file the petition that you can use the time to continue to build your relationship. No harm in that. Everyone should continue to build their relationship. At least to me it did not seem like a judgmental comment.

PS Believe me, I am only a few years older than you and have found you will probably receive your share of judgmental comments from other people who will judge you before they even know you and may even say that he is just getting married to you for the green card. Now we know that is not true, but unfortunately people talk about things they know nothing of. Be happy for the people who are genuinely trying to help you, such as most of the people on these boards. Just my extra 2 p...


You're right. I apologize. I do genuinely appreciate the help from all of you. I'm just very confused & frustrated by the mixed answers. Not even the USCIS reps could give a straight answer. sad.gif I plan to call again tomorrow & hopefully get someone who can help this time. If I send in the parental consent with the petition and it is denied, I'm scared of having to start the whole process over. But because the time varies so much with each case, if we send it near the time I turn 18 and it takes longer than usual to process, I'll most likely post pone college til the spring or fall of 2011 to ensure we have all the proper paperwork, etc. ready by the time we have to, you know?
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-26 19:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp understanding I-129F
QUOTE (baron555 @ Aug 26 2009, 06:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jiggaaawhatt @ Aug 26 2009, 05:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Here's our story. 5 & a half years ago, I met the love of my life online. He currently lives in England & I live in Wisconsin.

We spent 2 weeks in 2007 touring England, Ireland, Norway & France. He recently stayed at my place for 3 weeks and the day he had to leave was the saddest day in my life.

Ideally, we would like to be together in the US by late May/early June 2010 & be married in mid-August.

The thing we're having trouble understanding is how old the petitioner has to be before filing the petition. Some places say 18. Others say 21.

I will not be 18 until February 2010. Can we send the petition now without it being denied once processed? The legal age to get married in Wisconsin is 16 with parental consent, so if we attach the notarized document (or copies of) is there still a chance of it being denied solely on my age?

I have tried calling & spoke to two different representatives. The first said that there is no age requirement when filing the I-129F petition. The second rep said that I must be 18 before I can file. I can't seem to find a direct answer from the USCIS anywhere online.

If it is denied, do we have to send another $455 to the USCIS? Can we resend the petition once I'm 18 if it is denied? Do they void the first check if the first petition is denied?



You both have to include a letter stating that you are able to marry and intend to marry. If, when you send in the petition, you are not able to marry (meaning legally of age in your state) then that is against the requirements and your petition will be denied. You need to wait until you are of legal age to marry in your state to mail in your petition. Then you wait the normal process and the beneficiary can come over. Sri, but regs are the regs. Take the time to build your relationship.



It is legal to get married in Wisconsin under the age of 18 with parental consent. If I send the parental consent (which I COULD easily get if needed) along with the petition, then it should be legal, shouldn't it?
& we have been building our relationship for nearly 6 years. We're ready for the next step. Please don't judge its strength on what little I've told you or how old I am. All I'm asking for is some answers from others who understand what we're going through.
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-26 18:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp understanding I-129F
QUOTE (amykathleen2005 @ Aug 26 2009, 06:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You are aware you will need to fill out the Affidavit of Support and will need to be able to support the two of you 125% above the line of poverty or obtain a co-sponsor.


We have no problem getting co-sponsors. What exactly is 125% above the poverty line? & do we have to send the Affidavit of Support with the petition or does that come after? I appreciate everyone helping us get a better understanding.
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-26 18:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp understanding I-129F
QUOTE (huntherx17 @ Aug 26 2009, 05:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
wow, you were 11 when you met the love of your life?



All I'm asking is for some help from other people who are going through the same thing we are & might have a better understanding than we do at this point. I didn't sign up to be judged or criticized because of my age.
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-26 17:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp understanding I-129F
Here's our story. 5 & a half years ago, I met the love of my life online. He currently lives in England & I live in Wisconsin.

We spent 2 weeks in 2007 touring England, Ireland, Norway & France. He recently stayed at my place for 3 weeks and the day he had to leave was the saddest day in my life.

Ideally, we would like to be together in the US by late May/early June 2010 & be married in mid-August.

The thing we're having trouble understanding is how old the petitioner has to be before filing the petition. Some places say 18. Others say 21.

I will not be 18 until February 2010. Can we send the petition now without it being denied once processed? The legal age to get married in Wisconsin is 16 with parental consent, so if we attach the notarized document (or copies of) is there still a chance of it being denied solely on my age?

I have tried calling & spoke to two different representatives. The first said that there is no age requirement when filing the I-129F petition. The second rep said that I must be 18 before I can file. I can't seem to find a direct answer from the USCIS anywhere online.

If it is denied, do we have to send another $455 to the USCIS? Can we resend the petition once I'm 18 if it is denied? Do they void the first check if the first petition is denied?
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-26 17:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPacket 3 Question
Hello, I was just reading through the contents of packet 3:

Packet 3 contents:
DS-230-I Part I
DS-156 x2 (Full out online to generate barcode http://www.usembassy...electronic.html - Add photo to each, do not sign)
DS-156K (Do not sign)
DS-157 (Male only)
IV-15 Checklist
Information on how to book your medical

And was wondering if the foreign fiancé intends to stay in the US, do they still have to file both DS-230-1 part one (immigration visa and alien registration) as well as the DS-156K/DS157 which appear to be for non-immigrant fiance visa applications?

Thanks for any help smile.gif
J x
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-28 18:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A
Alright guys. I need some help. I have completed my G-325A & asked my mother to look over it.
I have my current job listed from 12/2008 - present & before that I typed in unemployed.
She says I should write student, but how would I date that? I've been a student since 1999 & am still a student & I'm going to be a student for quite a few more years.
Is unemployed okay to leave or should I change it to student?
thanks for any advice.
xx
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-29 20:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresProof of meeting
When filing the I-129F is it only necessary to provide proof that you've met your fiance(e) in the past two years? (train stubs, plane tickets, pictures)
Should we save any further evidence for the interview? We have many years of chat logs, letters, etc. I've been there, but more recently he's been here. Should we save my plane tickets, etc. for a later date?
When you're showing a stamp in your passport, is it necessary to copy the whole thing or can you copy select pages?
Thanks much
xx
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-08-30 21:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPassport Photos
when sending the I-129F, do you sent two passport pictures EACH for a total of four? or do you send one each for a total of two? I've seen that people on here have done both, but I'm not sure how many to send.
xoxo
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-09-04 20:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOnce in the states..
Alright, so once my fiance is in the states (hopefully May/June), can we register the marriage right away & start filing for citizenship, etc. but wait until August to have the ceremony?

Also, once in the state how long before he can begin to work & drive?

thanks much
xoxo
Montana + JosephFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-10-19 19:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForm I-134 how many forms
QUOTE (mox @ Jul 27 2009, 05:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just the one form. List the dependent in the appropriate section.

Hey Mox,Thanks for the quick reply. take care.
Frank+QianqianMaleChina2009-07-28 16:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForm I-134 how many forms
Hi, do I need to fill out the 134 for both my fiance and her minor child? The way I understand, I would have to fill one form out for each person. Thanks for your help.
Frank+QianqianMaleChina2009-07-27 17:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDifference between nonimmigrant and immigrant forms
I was wondering what is the difference between the types of nonimmigrant and immigrant visas (forms).Why do we fill out forms which say nonimmigrant or immigrant on top of the forms? For example in packet 3 the forms will have one title or other on the forms.Iam at the point where I dont know if iam filing for an nonimmigrant or immigrant visa.Sorry for the dumb questions, maybe I am just over thinking this stuff.
Frank+QianqianMaleChina2009-08-18 20:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbirthdate is wrong
Thanks for the fast reply, her daughter is fifteen.
Frank+QianqianMaleChina2009-09-16 03:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresbirthdate is wrong
I made a mistake on all the forms regarding her daughters birthday.I found out after my fiance sent out the ds-230.This form and all the previous forms and the wrong year. I am not sure on how to handle this. Do I just go ahead and correct the date on remaining forms and send a letter along with packet 4 explaining what had happen? Any help would be greatly appreciated. thanks!
Frank+QianqianMaleChina2009-09-15 21:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresim 127 days from 1st noa is this ok or do i need to call
im 127 days from 1st noa is this ok or do i need to call I-129-f
themannybMalePhilippines2009-10-27 09:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa/Annulment Rip Off
QUOTE (spookyturtle @ Jan 24 2009, 01:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
And remember it's 99% of the lawyers that give the other 1% a bad name.



Ha, that 1% had to be in my county, learned that lesson the hard way when my ex decided to divorce me. And why not, was severely injured in an auto accident, so she didn't think I could no longer support her extravagant life style. Very next day, hires a man hating attorney. I didn't want to hire an attorney, but ex's attorney told such outrageous lies, had no choice. And the judge appointed more guardian type attorneys for me kids, even though the testified they wanted to stay with me. Learned later, the judge could not do this without my permission, he did it anyway. And those bills from the guardians were outrageous claiming they were in meeting with my kids when they were in school.

I reported the entire flock to the WI state bar, only to get a letter back on each attorney that the bar does not deal with billing issues it was up to me to sign a very well spelled out contract. Ha, have to hire yet another attorney to verify that contract, and maybe another one to check out the second attorney. Also learned that judge came from a law firm where most of these attorneys were appointed from, so reported him as well. The only satisfaction I received was each of them had to send a very long letter explaining what they did, and my complaint would be on their records. But I had to pay all these bastards.

If a lesson was to be learned, really do your research when hiring an attorney, and check his background, did that for other matters in my divorce that had to be cleaned up and especially for my immigration attorney all based on a flat fee and what they were expected to do for that fee. That worked out nice.
NickDMaleColombia2009-01-24 07:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp the italian!
This is just my wife and me, but over a two year period we spent at least seven months together before tying the knot, perhaps because both of us rushed into disastrous marriage in our young years that carried a severe penalty with it. Besides the laws, there is the two of you, don't you think at least you should meet first?

Ha, my wife thought I was nuts for me telling her I loved her after spending hours on the phone and the net over a nine month period, but tried to explain that in a platonic sense. Then said, we have got to meet and it took another month before we could make arrangements. During that month we talked about what if we didn't like each other in person, could only respond, we are very good friends, doubt if that would ever change. Then that day finally came and how strange that was seeing each other for the first time. First impression, I knew she was 5'3" tall and she knew I was 6'2", but didn't realized the difference in height, we quickly adapted to that. The first touch of our hands was magic, but could have been the other way around. I drove over a hundred miles before our first kiss, we were getting accustomed to each other, but we both couldn't believe we were finally together. That first kiss was pure magic, LOL, couldn't stop kissing, but that could have been the other way around.

Normally when you first meet a person, there is that physical attraction, ours was entirely different as we already developed that platonic attraction, but we had an extremely strong physical attraction as well, but could have again been the other way around. And yes, we both met people where it was the other way around. I did ask her to marry me in that first visit, and she instantly responded with a yes, but we still had issues to sort out. I visited her at her home country, and she came for more visits here. Never became an issue that we wanted to spend our lives together, but sure became an issue as to where we wanted to spend our lives together. One of us had to leave everything we were accustomed to, and I had two boys living with me and she had a daughter, could we live as a family? That took another year to sort out. While they were here, we traveled all over the country side, the schools, amusement parks, the musuems, the cities, etc. And could we live as a family? We could, then we got married. I met her family and she met mine, it was her decision to live her more than mine.

Also sandwiched in between there, we had immigration to deal with, took a loose view on that, if they wouldn't have her, was ready to pack up and move to her country.

By the way, my grandmother is from Italy, from a castle in the mountains with maidservants, our streets are not paved with gold, and we do not have over 2500 years of history. While I never visited there, have to, one of these days, she came from a very beautiful land rich in culture, saw plenty of pictures. She was never happy here and I really do not know why she didn't go back after my grandfather died. That is also something to keep in mind, but I just cannot visualizing marrying a person without at least first meeting her first. It is said on the net, that it's only 10% real and 90% of your imagination, want to make sure it is 100% real, that takes time.
NickDMaleColombia2009-02-17 11:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPaying for medical exam?
QUOTE (eeo @ Mar 14 2009, 02:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Another question:

I've read on the forums that the medical exam for my Cuban fiance is paid for once he receives his Carta Blanca to leave the island. But doesn't he need to have the medical exam before the interview? If so, we don't have to pay for it until he gets the carta blanca?

Can someone clarify this for me?


If things haven't changed in the last six years, has to be done by a certified USCIS doctor with the I-693 form.

http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD

Has all the information. See the filing fee is still zero, but the cost of the doctor was not. And seemed crazy to me at the time, my intended could have every disease known to mankind and still admitted provided she agreed to counseling. But she was disease free, those tests cost a small fortune and was all out of pocket.
NickDMaleColombia2009-03-14 05:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMet on the Internet... worried about prejudice
Crazy, I met my wife on the internet, was magic how we grew so dependent on each other over a nine month period, read if you don't meet that person within a couple of weeks, that relationship will die. Finally, I said we have to meet, was scary in a way, but reminded her, we are really great friends.

Was the strangest day of our lives, we really developed an extremely strong platonic relationship, but was concerned about a physical one, we also spend hours with our webcams with face to face discussions on just about everything. But the first touch of our hands was pure magic. For the next year, we spend every moment we could together, parting was extremely painful, but back to the computer, phone, and even the cell phone, Venezuela has the more unreliable communications system in the world. But finally that day came with all the frustrations of the USCIS that gave further delays. We talk about those days frequently. If it wasn't for the internet, we would have never met, the internet was a true miracle in our lives.

Somehow we both knew we were meant for each other, can't explain that at all.
NickDMaleColombia2009-03-14 07:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSurviving long distance relationships
Congrats! And i think one key to long distance relationships is patience. Take things one day at a time.
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2008-09-04 17:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresfinally got Visa
Congrats to the both of you!!!
Muh and meFemaleEgypt2008-12-27 21:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow do your parents/family take it?
QUOTE (Cham @ Nov 28 2008, 02:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I will speak for Kai
His mom thinks I am using him (even though I AM THE SPONSER and have a good job) She also says I am a phase and he will be back in a month once he is here (mind you she said the same thing when he came to be with me for those 3 months) She says I am stealing HER son (even though he is an adult) His dad and mom both did everything they could to break us up for over a year THEN gave up. HE has stopped talking to them about me and tells them WHEN they ask * so you moving in with that ####### american..* he tells them to knock it off and YES he is..deal with it..accept it because we are getting married and it is his life. His mom will cry saying WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS TO ME
HE will tell her NO I am NOT doing this to you, I am doing this FOR ME. I love her I have for a long time so you will ACCEPT it or lose me.
His father has threaten to beat him in the past and treat him horribly (yes I saw it on the webcam and heard it all.

NOW though it has been quiet..his dad is NOW accepting it...his mom wont every do it

IN THE END ITS ABOUT HIM AND I not his family or mine.

Remember that its YOUR lives...not your family....in the end its about you and your SO
It is their issue..not YOURS


PS we been together 2.5 years now



I had to reply to the bolded above. I am the petitioner as well. When my mother in law is here she tells everyone and anyone who will listen, that im her daughter in law, who stole her son from her and broke her heart. blink.gif At first it was funny, now im annoyed, seeing as we have been together 4yrs.
Mary LouFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-11-28 21:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFinding an acceptable excuse (LIE) so that i can escape work for a month ............. HELP
QUOTE (*Len* @ Feb 5 2009, 11:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Please do not recommend abusing the FMLA! This is NOT covered under the legislation so it does not qualify anyway.

Ask for unpaid leave and hope for the best. and like others said, hold on to that job --- you will need it when fiancee comes over. Family is first and all that jazz; but why jeopardize your livelihood and hence their needs?


Totally agree with Len, especially the bolded. FMLA is not in place to use for trips to see loved ones!
Mary LouFemaleUnited Kingdom2009-02-05 17:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (George-Joom @ May 23 2008, 11:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone!
Thanks for the great info. We are just sitting back reading and waiting...checking this forum and the USCIS site for any news. Our NOA1 is March 31 nad touched April 23. We hope to hear something in June.

But I have a little question...Does anyone know of a web site that I can purchase western movies with Thai sub titles?
I saw one once but didn't book mark it and now I can't find it and I don't remember how I stumbled upon it in the first place.

Any info would be greatly appreciated. smile.gif

Thanks again



I usually buy my movies in thailand when I am there. The western movie is in English and has the option for Thai subtitles.
statman78MaleThailand2008-05-23 13:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (Ting Tong Farang @ Apr 9 2008, 02:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Thee_Rak @ Apr 9 2008, 12:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I Know...

Has anyone who has gone through the interview EVER had an officer tell them that a document in Thai needed to be translated into English? This is Thailand we're talking about after all... they are not exactly known for consistant application of law/rule/policy etc. I realize (and have all along) that the Packet 3 stuff says that English & Thai are fine anything else needs to be translated.


QUOTE (shawndoc @ Apr 9 2008, 12:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey Thee_Rak,

Also, the Packet 3 sheet explicitly says the only documents that need to be translated are those that are not in either English or Thai.




Get them translated, you will need the translated documents when you file AOS.

Any document you have in Thai, birth cert, education records, etc.....get them done while your there.



Although it's been 3 years since we went through this, I recommend that you get all of the Thai documents translated into English. Make sure you get multiple, certified copies of the translations. You may need them later on when you get back to the US. As recommended, get the translations done in Thailand. It is much cheaper.
statman78MaleThailand2008-04-09 17:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (samsbs @ Mar 28 2008, 11:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I know that I am married to a Cambodian and this is the Thai thread, but we were grandfathered in when we had our interview in BKK and have made many friends here.
Anyway just wanted to let some of the old guard that Mariya received her 10 year green card today. I know there are quite a group of us going through the I-751 process. We would like to hear how some of you are doing.
We will be filing for naturalization in November.

Good Luck to all
Sam and Mariya


Sam,

Great news! Ying received her 10 yr green card in the mail on New Year's Eve 2007. We will be going through the naturaliztion process later this year. They are in the process of changing the exam. If Ying files before the end of October (I think) she will have the option of which exam to take. She can file sometime in late August which is 90 days before her 3 year anniversary.
statman78MaleThailand2008-03-29 06:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (Dagobert @ Feb 25 2008, 09:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
This might be a stupid question and there doesn't seem to be much ambiguity in this email, but....

On February 24, 2008, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service.

...is this NOA2??? If so it came only 60 days from the NOA1, and seems 40 days faster than the average. Honestly I wasn't looking for this until April at the earliest.

Cheers,

Al


Congratulations!

Your petition is on its way to the next step.
statman78MaleThailand2008-02-26 07:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (Kang Lang @ Feb 9 2008, 10:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (afterforever @ Feb 8 2008, 06:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Kang Lang @ Feb 8 2008, 05:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
congratulations afterforever! hope you feel better...did you ever figure out what you had?



Thanks Kang Lang. I was told by the doctor here that a strain of flu virus on steriods was going around. He said it is taking people about 6-8 weeks to completely recover. I took a flu shot in September but the doctor said it did not work against this super flu. Hope no one here gets it. It kicked my........


Have you started your AOS yet?


wow 6-8 weeks that's a long time to be laid low but i bet it doesn't matter now that you have your visa sorted! no we had to wait a bit, some unforseen expense but we are gathering our docs and are filing this month biggrin.gif. i plan to sack our attorney this week but am nervous about it. either way we will just follow the guides here and file aos on our on. can't wait to update our timeline with the next process. at least we are together for this part.

are you planning your wedding yet?



The AOS process is relatively simple if you follow the guides here. As long as you have evidence that you are married it should be easy. The hardest part is the waiting for everything.

Good luck!
statman78MaleThailand2008-02-12 09:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (MarkNAam @ Jan 31 2008, 11:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats ThaiStyleUSA!

Your interview will be here very soon!

I agree with your statement, once you and her are together, the rest of the journey becomes much more bearable. Our AOS journey was no sweat at all compared to the K1 journey...simply because we were able to be together during that process smile.gif

Peace and good luck on the upcoming interview!

Mark-N-AAm



CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Best of luck to all of those who are waiting
statman78MaleThailand2008-02-01 07:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (Dagobert @ Jan 21 2008, 10:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi all,

I have been lurking around this forum for a time and decided to post my particulars with the fiancée visa process.

I have known my fiancée, Suchada for over two years now and we had our first meeting just a few months ago in November. As soon as I returned from Thailand we started to work on the I-129F and I mailed it the day after Christmas. So far I received the NOA1 on January 2nd, now from our readings it looks like months of waiting ahead of us.

I am very excited and happy that the application is in the system now.

This is a wonderful site, and the I-129F guide was such a great help in my preparations.

Cheers,

Alvin



WELCOME!

Good luck and hopefully your journey is quick!
statman78MaleThailand2008-01-22 12:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 2
QUOTE (tafeagans @ Jan 18 2008, 10:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello everyone,

Just an update here and perhaps some feedback from anyone who has received a approved expedite request would be helpful.

The USCIS is reviewing my expedite request. They touched it again today. It has taken them a little over month to get the details. Normally I would of not requested it, but my mother is dying from cancer and wants to see my fiancee and I married before she dies. Hope that happens, however, I am assuming we are minimal 2 months to 3 months out even if it goes quickly and mom is starting to show signs that things are rgetting worse. She was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, unable to opperate and it now has speard to her spine, brain, lung, liver and who knows where else. Looks like it is moving rapidly. Unfortunately she is also the caretaker for my 76 year old father and my 91 year old aunt and without her there, I will have to take care of them to keep them in their home they worked for their whole life for. I am making plans to temporalily reside there, not change address as I have a job where I can work form different places in the US, but to provide them security in their home. Anyway the USCIS requested additional information back on December 20th, which I provided a two page letter from me and the Doctors diagnosis, limited in detail because of Hippa laws.

Anyway, if we are lucky enough to get approved, I am seeking information from anyone who has gone through this process and has received an expedite approval to learn how I might get the rest of the process expeditied, not to cause problems. My hopes are that the expedite approval, if granted, will follow the the papers to the NVC and then to Bangkok Embassy. I have thought about contacting my Congressman and my mothers asking for them to look into this and see if they can help but have not done so as I am afraid my case will all of a sudden get delayed longer. Anyone with experience here please fill me in. I may call my congressman to get advice.

We did have a Budhist ceremony, not an official marriage in the sense of Thiialand or the US unless you file marriage papers in Thailand at the local Government office, which we did not. We did this for her family and it was wonderful. I talk to her twice to her a day in the morning and at night as she is waking up when I am about to go to bed. I have been learning Thai daily and she has been studying English.

Sawadee, waiting and hoping



We hope and pray that things more quickly for you and your fiancee. If you have done so yet, contact your senators and representatives as soon as possible. Thay may be able to help. With our case I contacted my 2 senators and represetative and the responded quickly.
statman78MaleThailand2008-01-18 20:47:00
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QUOTE (afterforever @ Jan 3 2008, 03:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Finally, the day is near. I will be leaving for Thailand on Sunday night (1/6). Our interview is on the 14th. We will be returning to the USA on the 23rd. I cannot believe this part of the nightmare is almost over with.
I am more than confident that the interview will be no problem. I have everything the embassy needs and then some. Better to have to much than to little.


Good luck to everybody. good.gif



Good Luck!

After all of the paperwork and waiting the interview should be the easiest part. It was for us. Only a couple of quick questions (mostly for me) then back the next day to pick up Ying's passport with her visa.

On the evening of the 14th if you are in the area of Sukhumvit Soi 2 stop in Bully's Pub for a celebration drink on me. I'll be there. I have to head to Bangkok for work. I'll be there 14-16 and again Jan 19-22. Unfortunately Ying has to stay home in the cold Wisconsin weather.
statman78MaleThailand2008-01-05 08:10:00
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QUOTE (Tmc225usc @ Dec 20 2007, 12:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I apologize if this has been asked and then answered before in this thread. I’m trying to read through all 150 pages of the thread, but it is taking time to do so smile.gif

I have a question about the Thai Medical Exam.
My fiancée is going tomorrow to the hospital in Bangkok to get this completed.
She is a bit of a hypochondriac, and not the biggest fan of going to the doctor, so she is worrying big time about what all this includes.

(She hasn’t received packet 3 yet, but the lawyer recommended we do this now and get it out of the way.)

Can someone give me a rundown of what all they do test wise, and what all they give her shots wise?
Id like to know what all they test for, and what all immunizations they will be giving her. Id like to be able to tell her before she goes so as to help her not worry about it so much.
Right now, I’m pretty much stuck with “I think you have to get some shots but I don’t know which.”
I’ve been searching, but haven’t found a definitive list as to what the medical exam covers.
Any advice or help is greatly appreciated!



I hope things went well at the medical exam. Hopefully she received a copy of the shots she received. You'll need this later when she gets to the US and you start applying for her green card.

I'm not sure how long it takes to get the visa but it is a good idea to start on the packet 3 info.

Best of luck!
statman78MaleThailand2007-12-27 12:02:00
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QUOTE (ThaiStyleUSA @ Nov 18 2007, 01:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Texas...thanks so much for compliment. Best of luck to you as well. I'm sure we'll be communicating many times in the process. I am also trying to get everyone (with Thai spouse) to buy in on the idea of forming an annual get together on a weekend somewhere neutral perhaps next year in Spring time. More to come. Take care.


If the timing is right Ying and I would be interested.

Gene
statman78MaleThailand2007-11-19 08:32:00
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QUOTE (feyser @ Nov 17 2007, 11:05 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi everyone,
My wife and I are also planning to move back to Thailand in the next couple years or so. I've been doing lots of research on visas, dual citizenship and naturalization and might be able to help some of you trying to make decisions. I apologize for the long post, but I hope this helps!

Expedited Naturalization
If you want to live in Thailand with you spouse, there is a way to get your spouse U.S. citizenship while living in Thailand and it completely waves the 3 year waiting period. It's called "Section 319b" and there isn't much information about it, but here are some links below. I am yet to call USCIS to ask about it. They have almost nothing on their website archives.
http://www.state.gov...ation/79520.pdf
http://italy.usembas...vices/N-400.asp
http://www.ilw.com/a...0525-mehta.shtm

Visas to Thailand
I think the family visa "O" is best for many of our situations but I'm not positive. I'd be interested to hear other's experiences. I have a friend living in Chiang Mai that said he's been able to live there 5 years in a row without leaving the country every 3 months with the help of some 1 year extension for married couples. Not sure what that document is though. Also, I've heard that Honorary Thai Consulates in the U.S. tend to be more forgiving in handing out visa extensions before you leave. I had a good experience with the one in Denver before I was married. Links below.
http://www.thaichica...sul/filhead.htm
http://www.thaiembdc...vis...& purpose
http://thai-la.net/v...visa-non-im.htm
http://www.thai-la.n...sa-non-im-o.htm

Dual Citizenship
I talked to 11 different law firms that specialize in Thai/U.S. immigration and got about 5 different answers on whether or not it is legal to do this in Thailand. It is certainly not a problem in the U.S. Based on the web site below and answers from the lawyers, your spouse should be able to obtain U.S. citizenship without affecting his/her status in Thailand. From the lawyers and my own opinion, it makes more long term sense to go through the naturalization process and get U.S. citizenship for your spouse; especially if you plan to return to Thailand.
http://travel.state....s/cis_1753.html
http://www.richw.org/dualcit/faq.html
http://chanyakomol.c...ws/tlaw0173.htm

Thank you for all your helpful discussion! I'd be up to my neck in legal fees without it! cool.gif



Thanks! This looks like a lot of great info. In the future we can all get together in Thailand for a Visa Journey reunion.

Gene
statman78MaleThailand2007-11-19 08:30:00
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QUOTE (dbirner @ Nov 16 2007, 10:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (statman78 @ Nov 16 2007, 05:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (dbirner @ Nov 15 2007, 09:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WOW! It is good to see everyone still checking in. CJ, Sam, Jene, Ty. In a way, I feel like I kind of miss you guys. After all, we used to spend so much time on here.

Anyway, I don't know who can give me the advise I need, BUT, Ton and I are planning on moving to Bangkok. After doing some research, it appears that it is easier for Thai's to move here, than it is for us to move there.

Sam how are you?


Dan


Wow! I am jealous. I wisk we could move back to Thaialnd now. If you are moving to Bangkok to work it can be a hassle. Retiring there doesn't look too bad. I believe that Ton needs to live in the US a minimum number of days per year to keep her green card. A good friend of mine who is a British citizen lives in Bangkok now. he lived in the US for many years and had his green card. His kids were born here and are now out of college. A few years back they took his green card away because he didn't meet residency requirements. He had a 3 year contract with a company in Bangkok. That ran out so now he started his own business. He is married to a Thai citizen but he is still have problems getting a visa for an extended stay.

Gene


Hi Gene,
I still have a lot to consider. I was also concerned about the residency rules. This is what I found out:

You may be found to have abandoned your permanent resident status if you:


Move to another country intending to live there permanently.
Remain outside of the US for more than one year without obtaining a reentry permit or returning resident visa. However in determining whether your status has been abandoned any length of absence from the US may be considered, even if it is less than one year.
Remain outside of the US for more than two years after issuance of a reentry permit without obtaining a returning resident visa. However in determining whether your status has been abandoned any length of absence from the US may be considered, even if it is less than one year.
Fail to file income tax returns while living outside of the US for any period.
Declare yourself a “nonimmigrant” on your tax returns.


I would really like to know what they mean about "However in determining whether your status has been abandoned any length of absence from the US may be considered, even if it is less than one year. "



Dan,

Looks like you did a lot of investigation. I'll check with my friend to see the exact reasons why he lost his green card. I'll see him next month when I head to Bangkok for work. The other option is to wait for Ton to becoma a US citizen. You can start applyin90 days prior to the 3rd anniversary of receiving the conditional green card.

Gene
statman78MaleThailand2007-11-16 15:46:00
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QUOTE (samsbs @ Nov 16 2007, 11:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Gene

We are sending ours in next week. I don't have a lot of evidence but everything shows continuing relationship. Here is what we have. Do you think it enough I am getting paranoid about having enough. I don't think i need too much, just has to be good evidence. Only thing I have to add is letters from friends.


· Copies of the passport and green card of Mariya
· A partial copy of our 2006 joint tax return
· Copy of our auto insurance statement.
· Copy of our bank statements showing joint account.
· Copy of cable television statements showing a joint account.
· Copy of Mariya’s Roth IRA showing husband Sam as beneficiary.
· Copy of Mariya’s pay statements showing address of residency.
· A copy of 2006 Christmas cards addressed to Sam and Mariya .

Keep us posted on your progress.

sam


In addition to the things you sent in we also sent in a copy of the title to the house with both our names, copy of loan application for a car and pictures along with itineraries of vacations we took together.

I'll let you know what happens.

Gene
statman78MaleThailand2007-11-16 15:43:00
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QUOTE (dbirner @ Nov 15 2007, 09:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WOW! It is good to see everyone still checking in. CJ, Sam, Jene, Ty. In a way, I feel like I kind of miss you guys. After all, we used to spend so much time on here.

Anyway, I don't know who can give me the advise I need, BUT, Ton and I are planning on moving to Bangkok. After doing some research, it appears that it is easier for Thai's to move here, than it is for us to move there.

Sam how are you?


Dan


Wow! I am jealous. I wisk we could move back to Thaialnd now. If you are moving to Bangkok to work it can be a hassle. Retiring there doesn't look too bad. I believe that Ton needs to live in the US a minimum number of days per year to keep her green card. A good friend of mine who is a British citizen lives in Bangkok now. he lived in the US for many years and had his green card. His kids were born here and are now out of college. A few years back they took his green card away because he didn't meet residency requirements. He had a 3 year contract with a company in Bangkok. That ran out so now he started his own business. He is married to a Thai citizen but he is still have problems getting a visa for an extended stay.

Gene
statman78MaleThailand2007-11-16 08:22:00