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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalled USCIS

I don't need to answer u.


Ramisgreat, what do you think would happen to VisaJourney if all the members who were already reunited left the site? Do you think there would be any information on here for people like you who are still in the thick of the process?

My husband's case was processed in 2005. Since that time, he came to the US and we got married. It's been five years now. Five years. It's hard to explain to you and the others how this whole mess fades away once it's over.

For those who stick around though, i guess we want to help or we still wouldn't be here. I've always wished we could be some sort of "beacon of hope" for the rest of you. Like, look we survived it all! We remember it; we know it sucks; we lived to tell about it; you can too.

We tell you the reality. We tell you how to get through it. We tell you it will pass. Some people say things differently than others. But saying that those of us who are reunited don't remember - well that's just wrong. We must remember or we still wouldn't be here trying to help you out.

I hope you get what you want soon. Then you will understand.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-23 08:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalled USCIS

Amazing to see how people talk this way when they were approved in no time.Such comments are really not welcome.Thanks but no thanks for your advice.


What does the fact that someone is already reunited have to do with the reality of a situation?
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-22 16:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCalled USCIS

real easy to say when your already approved


That's not really relevant is it?

Ya gotta love these people who look down on you and think they are better than you because their SO is already with them. For all the help it does us, it kinda reminds me of a screen door on a submarine.

This does not go out to all who completed their journeys nor to even most who did, just a select few. No need to name names because you know who you are, and so does everyone else.

So why don't you become a screen door on someone else's submarine. This submarine does not need one.
:no:: :no: :no: :no:


Why do you think someone is looking down on you?
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-22 16:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresForms and costs
Hey Dave - Good to see you still around!

This is the "read ahead" bit I mentioned to you the other day.

Just so you know, once you get to the US, it'll be $1070 US to adjust your status to permanent resident.

For budgeting purposes, you know.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-23 11:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNo Proof of Citizenship! Help!
I thought sending a copy of the passport was proof of citizenship....................
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-23 12:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDomodedovo Terror Attack: Expedite for Russia?

Thank you for your positive contribution to a very negative thread. (Yeah, I know I started it, but that doesn't mean I can't recognize it as negative. My apologies once more.)

And yes, I know there is a lot of anger here due to processing delays hitting 10 year highs, and sadly we often turn on each other because we are so stressed out from all of this. I am guilty of this too (probably more than a lot of other people).

People are worried, and genuinely so. They tell us 5 months at the start, but the real time back then was more like 3. Then it goes to 4, then 5, then they start moving the goal posts, and before you know it, 6, 7. Where does it end? This is not some electronic doodad we ordered online. This is people's lives. They have a right to be worried. When will I get there? Will I get there? Will my SO give up on me by then?

I know that last worry close up and personal. The last time I did this, back in 2004, my SO did give up on me. And back then, you got the whole magilla done in 3 months, embassy and all. She threw in the towel 3 days before her Moscow interview but never told me that she was giving up. She just postponed the interview two times, over my objection, and happily pocketed the money I sent her for things like English lessons, travel expenses, and the fee for her medical exam.

So in case anyone was wondering why I am in such a mad rush to get this done, now you know. Elena is a much different person than my prior SO and someone who I trust and love very much, but I trusted the one from 2004 as well. And while I refuse to consider any possibility that Elena would do such a thing, an experience as bad as the last one is a memory that just refuses to go away.


Al422, it sounds like you had a bad experience. I'm kind of surprised you are trying again, to be honest. I've always said I'd never go down this road again (although I do have a fondness for British men and their sweet ways :lol: )

I just hope you aren't one of those guys who remembers every bad thing a woman ever did to him and then worries his present lady to death with all that bad karma. It can be pretty frustrating for a woman to have to convince a man about her character. I think that can do a lot more damage than being apart. That's my opinion anyway. I had a ####### first marriage and I have to really hold myself sometimes when I have a "flashback". It's gotten a lot better mostly though because I've come to realize I've got nothing to worry over with my husband now. He's not EVEN like the first one.

That's why I picked him............ :lol:

Oh lol edited to add - I don't think the present wait times are the slowest in 10 years. I know when I first came to Vj the Texas and Nebraska Service Centers were running 8 to 10 months. You might have a new record for Vermont, so you may be right there. The flip side of that is they have a pretty good track record of "recovery".

Edited by Rebecca Jo, 26 January 2011 - 09:02 PM.

Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-26 20:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDomodedovo Terror Attack: Expedite for Russia?

And the people that have already made it through the process and have their loved ones here with them should really show more compassion to the ones that are still struggling to get to that point.


I'd like to address this point - and no LisaMarie this isn't personal, all right? It's a general statement to address the issue you raised.

I'm one of those people who have my husband here. For a long time now. We've been married over five years.

Now, when I first came to VisaJourney, I was actually looking for stories of couples. I wasn't looking for immigration advice at all. I had not even met my husband in person yet. We'd been talking online and on the telephone. I was looking for evidence, I guess, that a long distance relationship can work. :lol:

Fast forward six plus years. Here I still am on VisaJourney. To be honest, I'm mostly still here because I enjoy the social company. I don't contribute to the upper forums as much as I used too, but I do still like to help people when I can.

I guess it would be nice to think that all the people who are still waiting for their dreams to come true - that they could look at people like me as some sort of proof that well, it will happen one day. That they could say "my loved one will be here with me, we will be married and have a life". That the paperwork will be done and over with, and all just be a memory.

Because that's really how it works. That's why some of us tell you to chill out and breathe deep. Because some day this will just be part of your story. It will be part of what makes your couplehood different and unique.

I hope everybody figures this out someday.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-26 20:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresEvidence of ongoing relationships
Have you met in person yet?

Because that's all you need right now.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-29 19:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPublic Charge

Hey everyone, I have a question regarding what isnt allowed with the Public charge clause from the K1 visa. I remember when filling out the forms for the K1 visa it said that my fiancee could not be a public charge for at least 10 years after we get married, but my question is what isnt she allowed to have as far as government assistance goes, because I am trying to get medical insurance for my wife and was looking at signing her up for medicaid but I didnt think it was allowed. But I talked to one of my friends today who brought his fiancee also on the K1 visa and he said that he just recently got medicaid for his wife and that he had no issues while applying for it.

Thanks!


Your friend may have gotten emergency Medicaid for his wife who was expecting. That is not considered a means tested benefit.

Because the Federal government funds Food Stamps and Medicaid, those ARE considered means tested benefits. But the US Federal government won't come after the sponsor to recover monies.

Every State will have different criteria for who they allow to draw benefits and who they won't. And every State will have a different level of tolerance for disbursing monies to persons who don't really qualify. The entity who doles out the money has to legally "come after" the person who should not have been given benefits. The contractual language in the I864 gives the States power to go after this money. Many though don't bother.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-28 17:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)
I would be calling USCIS, asking to speak to a supervisor, and see if they can guide you to find out if YOU were the sponsor of those three people, or if your ex husband was.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-31 22:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)

I would list the people for whom you submitted a signed affidavit of support but I would also explain how long ago it was, that you were signing as a household member and let them know anything you know about their current status as citizens, residents or fully employed. Let the Consular officer consider the totality of the circumstances and hope for the best. The Consular officer will know how unlikely it is for you to ever have any obligation to support these people.

Later, at the adjustment of status stage, do the same with the I-864. USCIS will know their status but you can offer your explanation as well. I think you missed the suggestion of a letter of explanation in one of my earlier posts.


I think this might get a pass at London.

At the time of filing I864 adjustment of status, I don't think it will work. If it doesn't, the couple will be given a chance to provide an new I864. By then the husband might be working and his income could be counted.

If. If. If. Not the perfect situation.

I am wondering if the OP's fiance has any money saved up. And if so how much.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-29 16:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)
I know the boys around here are going to think this is nuts, but I think your efforts would be better concentrated on finding out if YOU were the sponsor of your ex sister in law and her children. I'm thinking you were not.

But it's going to take some serious Googling to find out HOW to find out.

If I were you, I'd shuffle on over to britishexpats.com and look for the member Meauxna. She's the wiz of them all at helping figuring out the affidavit of support.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-24 23:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)

So when I file my fiance petition, after approval, I file the I-134 with required proof of employment, etc. got it. Later we adjust status after we get married. Then I would file the I-864 then, ok. Then I'd have to worry about a co-sponsor? What if we couldn't get a co-sponsor? Would he be in limbo until we'd find a co-sponsor? What would happen? He just couldn't change status until a co-sponsor is met?


The longer your husband (that's what he will be at that point) sits in the US without a status adjustment, the longer he cannot work or travel.

He also becomes an alien without a legal status insofar as the Service is concerned. It's far reaching, but he could be removed.

Can he file for a permit to work, and find a job and have his employer sponsor him? Does that sound out there as an idea?


You could file for an EAD (employment document) after he arrives, but it's only good for the length of his visa. 90 days. It's worthless and the 90 days would likely be near to expiry by the time you got the document.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-24 23:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)

To me "I co-sponsored" means she signed a form. Thus, she is just as liable as the ex-husband, even if only he had an income. And if she co-sponsored a sister-in-law, surely she'd have needed a I-864 (or I-864A), as the I-134 is only used for K1 fiances?


Penguin, I agree.

Except the terms are used interchangeably for the two documents, even though the I134 isn't binding.

Now we have the answer so we can all go from that.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-24 10:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)

I get that if she only signed an I-134, she's under no contractual obligation and those people shouldn't count in her family size calculation. I'm simply addressing the truthful and accurate way to complete the I-134. Show me on the I-134 where you "count" the family size. The form asks a question. You sign it under penalty of perjury, so you better answer the direct questions accurately. The I-134 IS an "affidavit of support".


?

Perhaps I should not have quoted you?

I only interjected at this point because the thread was going in the direction of telling the OP she needs to include these other people. I didn't learn a lot from her statement "when I was married previously, I co-sponsored.........". It could have been her ex-husband's income (and not hers) that was used to sponsor those aliens. Or it could have been either she or her ex only signed an I-134.

I felt the answer to this was needed before anything else was discussed.

Edited by Rebecca Jo, 24 January 2011 - 06:39 AM.

Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-24 06:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)

Answer all questions accurately and truthfully. I-134, I-864 and I-864EZ are all "affidavits of support" and so regardless of which one you signed, you list the people. Whether they should be or will be counted as part of your household is a separate matter. If you wish to add your own statement with regard to their current status, suggesting which, if any should not be counted, go ahead. The I-134 does not ask YOU to state your household size.

If you list assets, be aware that it takes $3 in liquid assets to make up $1 of income shortfall. For Child support, to be counted, it must both be court ordered and that order and its actual receipt of funds by you must be documented.

While London may or may not apply the 125% standard, it WILL be applied when your loved ones adjust status.


They won't consider your only car or a computer but your 401k and stocks are good. State the actual current value of your 401k but don't expect them to consider the full value because of taxes and penalties associated with liquidating it.


If all she signed was an I134, then she doesn't count her ex sister in law and children. Because she never sponsored them.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-23 21:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about supporting my fiance (K1-visa)
Do you remember exactly what form you signed? If you have a copy, what is the form number?
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-01-23 18:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTell us your good stories about the process/processing

Why is this worth it?


Well, because he's sitting here right next to me in our little house. The dogs are snoozing next to us. My son is upstairs.

That's why. :)
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-06 11:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

It's not a 'touchy spot' with me, I just found it quite rude of you to be so presumptuous. But that's by the by, really....


Yus, it is.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

$420? Still not a big deal.... its not like leaving the country at a price likely much higher than $420) and starting over as some have indicated... leaving and starting over to me now that is a BIG deal that can be avoided

PS I am a member first and not just an organizer


:lol:

pay, it's probably important in this thread. I don't know why the OP feels he can't get time off work to get married to a woman who came thousands of miles to marry him. If he's keeping his nose to the proverbial grindstone for that almighty dollar, then he might not want to part with another $420 just to keep her around.

Come on --give the guy a break . we do not know his circumstances and he do not wish to explain . He have a job that requires him to be away for a while or on a ''special mission '' or deployed in a foreign country etc . He know the consequences and is willing to pay for it . Best wishes .


Maybe he's James Bond?
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

If that was the point you were getting at by actually saying a SAHD was 'not contributing' then ok, that's what you were getting at. (btw, as a sahm, that kinda is insulting to me, but whatevs)

You might be right about the OP here.


I think this is a touchy spot with you then!

In the words of Heath Ledger - why so serious? :P
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

To split hairs, that wasn't even the argument in the other thread, but I'll leave that there.

This thread will be interesting to watch.


It might not have been what you were "arguing" over (since you use the word "argument) but it was the point I was getting at.

I don't think the OP will be back.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

I know it's perfectly legal. Maybe I should have said, I wouldn't recommend planning on it. :-)

Since you have already started splitting the hair you might as well, but feel free to do so in another post or PM as, of course, I don't want to hijack the post... but I like hairs split; it helps later.


Well, the two forms serve the same purpose. But the I129F is really a bit more "nosey". Asks all sorts of questions of the petitioner like if they've have a criminal conviction. If the petitioner met the beneficiary through the services of a marriage broker. If the petitioner and beneficiary have met in the last two years.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

Apples and oranges. Come on, I know you agree :P


This is what happens when work takes precedence over family.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

Thx everyone....now I know.


I don't want to pry, but for the life of me, I cannot understand how someone is so pressed for time that that (s)he would rather pursue that ave, or going home, as opposed to just taking the day off and doing it. 'Work demands' just doesn't seem to warrant that, but hey, whatevs :lol:


Remember that conversation we were having earlier today about working too much and family time? :P
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

Out of curiosity, I was under the incorrect notion that if you don't marry within the 90 days, you will have to somehow start all over. Can one of you explain further about this i130?


It's just like someone coming over on any valid visa, overstaying, then marrying. Adjustment of status is allowed based upon marriage to the US citizen. Overstay is "forgiven" if the adjustment is approved.

Best to file within 180 days after expiration of the I94 in the passport, as the overstay clock begins to tick.

In other words, if petitioner can't manage to get 2 hours off work to marry within 180 days of expiry of the I94, alien can head home without incurring the bar.

Which they might want to consider now, actually. :P

I-130 is the equivalent of the I-129f but for those who are already married. So basically the individual has overstayed their visa. But in the meantime you've gotten married so you can do the I-130. I wouldn't recommend it.


It's perfectly legal.

And I don't think the two documents are "equivalent", but I'm not going to split hairs over it.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-14 00:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOverstay K1 Visa

It is not possible due to work obligations, so either she will have to go back or wait two weeks. Ideally, I would like to wait the two weeks.


You are kidding, right?
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-13 23:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa ...timed out
I don't think anyone can truly help you unless you give us a better idea of the sequence of events.

I would like to know (in chronological order) the timeline of the 2008 case and the 2010 case and the dates of your visits to each other.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-05 21:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Validity

As does the immigration process tend to be as well as immigration officials.


:blink:
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-24 20:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Validity

The visa will state nothing of the kind. It will simply bear an issue date and an expiration date. In many cases those dates are less than six months apart, almost always less through Manila. The visa is valid for one entry prior to the expiration date. It's never been clear to me whether entry ON the expiration date is allowed. I wouldn't chance it.


:lol:

You're so linear.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-24 20:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Validity
When the passport comes back from the consulate, double check everything printed on the visa. Name, dates, everything (even the sex of the alien). All have been known to be listed incorrectly.

The visa should state that it is valid for 6 months from date of issuance.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-23 21:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChange of nationality

oh gosh, sorry for not replying sooner..i didn't even notice this thread came up(been too busy ranting in other threads :blush:)

I didn't renounce my other citizenship but i think i will as i don't really need it to be honest. When my fiance spoke to an adviser at vsc, the adviser said i should send my paperwork over as evidence of my new nationality..anyway, after i posted here, he called them and they said they don't require another g325. A while back, my mother called the US embassy in london to ask them if naturalising at the stage where a visa is being processed may cause problems..that adviser said it wouldn't be a problem and all i'd have to do is take all my paperwork with me and they would stamp the visa in the british passport. Anyway, we'll see what happens over the next few weeks as we await the NOA2.

ps: When I entered UK, I was 13 so I guess I won't need any international police certificates..


Please do come back and let us know how this works out for you. I think you'll probably be just fine with your recent UK naturalization. My understanding though from research is they will put your K1 visa in the passport of your birth country. So let us know if they go with your British passport!
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-24 20:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresChange of nationality

No.. every country they've lived for more than TWELVE months. Not 6. Here: http://www.visajourn...attach_id=12657 It's also on the State website.


Thanks for the chart Vanessa.

Since I was too lazy to double-check myself, I mis-spoke. :P
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-02-23 22:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDrug Possession Charge...

Ok, once again i will say that i did not contact my congresswoman for special favors, i simply asked her immigration aid for advice... that is all.
For those who have offered information to me, I am highly grateful for you. Jim, you are an honest, intelligent, resourceful man and I thank you for the information that you have provided.
I have been researching this topic for over a month now and our next course of action will be for him to attempt to have the conviction expunged from his record. That will be the only way for him to get here.
But all legalities aside, I would like to address those who seem to enjoy jabbing me with remarks such as telling me to pack my bags and get out or he does not deserve to come to the US...
I am a mother of 2 and a teacher. That is how i met Conway. I was teaching in South Africa. we spent a lot of time together in a close setting and when that happens, you can really get to know someone, very well. I would not be fighting for him if i felt he was not worth it.
I feel like some of you gave "advice" with some pretty harsh jabs when you dont even know who we are. He messed up, period. and he is doing what he can to rectify that mistake. I know this does not mean he should get in the states but that does not mean that you have to be so cruel in delivering information.
I also teach my children the consequences of their actions, but i also teach my children compassion. It means a great deal to me that my children embrace all that succeed and suffer, most importantly those that suffer.
Once again, thank you for those that gave me advice on the law. It really helped and i hope that a guest reading this topic can learn a great deal about the law as well as the human spirit...


If you want to satisfy yourself that you have explored every avenue available, my advice would be to consult with an immigration attorney who has experience with waivers. Many members here have consulted with Laurel Scott. You can Google her and link eventually to information regarding web chats that she conducts.

You should also peruse immigrate2us.net, which has a large internet community of persons filing for a waiver.

I would suggest you do all this before going any further, including any steps to expunge his record. He still has to admit to the crime, even if it is removed from his record. The US does not recognize the practice of crimes being "forgiven" or "spent" in foreign countries.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-28 15:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDrug Possession Charge...
I think it would be remiss if we failed to mention that nobody is going to get a waiver for any offense if they have not yet served the sentence.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-28 10:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDrug Possession Charge...
I believe Jim is right.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-27 10:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTourism Visa Question

Alright, this has given me some great info. Thanks everyone. I think few answers got a bit off topic and assumed a little extra... but its all good.

To be clear again, im not looking at a way to "get around" the system. Simply a way to spend as much time together as possible so both sides can be sure about doing all this.

@Boiler - My holiday time is tighter than hers. Her's is quite a bit more flexible.

@R&V - Thank you for this first hand account. That is pretty much what we'd like to do. So it seems spending at least 3 months at a time together is possible. When you were in the "special questioning" area, were you totally upfront about the purpose of your trip?

@coraliesolms - As stated in my original post, there will be no getting married while she's here visiting me. She does not have a car. But she has a pretty good job, a bank account and rents a flat with a friend.

@Familyguy - Thank you for that information.

@MrTee12 - Thank you for that link!

@Minyas Wife - Thank you for the very thorough response. That is all excellent info to know. We're just starting this process and the amount of stuff to know is overwhelming. Which is why im asking lots of questions now... rather than just gambling and going for it. lol :)


Just some food for thought.

International relationships have that plus of being able to choose where you want to live.

I have no idea what family obligations are for either of you; who has the career with the most promise; if there are health issues for either of you; where you would like to raise children, etc.

Life in the UK can be fabulous.

Consider both options.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-29 09:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking before the wedding?

Lost? only a potential gain i guess.

Weddings are too expensive, moving and getting married just compound the costings really. I'll manage i hope.

The only other real concern is the apartment, i can't get one without a job as they tend to want proof of employment etc.



Think outside the box.

Have a realtor help you find an apartment. You might have to show them your bank balance, but not the landlord.

Have a small wedding now. Have a big splash party after you get a job.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-28 14:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking before the wedding?

Ohh, i only wish it were as simple as that :(

Unfortunately i'm the bread winner and i'm not really able to take 2/3 months off work :( I spent a fair bit of time there over the last few years so i'm lucky enough not to need familiarisation with the place :)

The exchange rate is still better than one to one, but it's pants compared to a couple of years ago, but again, unfortunately, i had already planned on it being in my favour, so nothing gained :(


Anything lost?

If you can bring enough to tide you for a few months, you'll manage.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-28 12:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorking before the wedding?

Many thanks Ladies and Gents, good to know people have worked this lot out :)


Not ideal for my situation it has to be said :/ But i'm sure i'll be able to work something out.


Oh, just think of it as a holiday before you jump into the big world of American corporate life.

Seriously though, the blip between arrival and employment will give you some time to adjust to your new world. You know, just go out strolling during the day and wow the locals with your accent. :lol:

If you can manage to sock some sterling away before you arrive, remember it's 1.50 to 1.00 coming this way. Can be a little nest egg to tide you over.
Rebecca JoFemaleUnited Kingdom2010-03-28 12:01:00