ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSome nationalities processed faster than others...
I think thats due to Humanitarian issues.. Correct me if im wrong lol theres news info on the USCIS site listing Haitains to b processed quickly. I remember reading that.. But there was not any other country listed in that topic
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 08:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCrime MIP .... legal advice :)
Juvenile records are sealed as long as the P has not been convicted for Felonies as an adult. The Government can however request juvenile records and see them but u can not on the MSP website cuz the FOIA act does not include juvenile history. They will see them only if they request juvenile records. However, even if they do, minor in possesion is only a misdemeanor therefor i dont kno that it would stop ur petition but u may get an RFE requesting detailed reports of each instance
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 08:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWaiting for NOA2, got a strange message...
The change of Alien registration is not a glitch its wen the benificiary is given there Alien # in the first place.. They nvr had 1 before the petition was filed n will need 1 wen here.. Its just worded wrong on the auto generated message.. It shuldnt say the ARN was changed it should say assigned.. But thats the USCIS for ya.. Lol idk about the change of Address, did u change ur address?

The change of Alien registration is not a glitch its wen the benificiary is given there Alien # in the first place.. They nvr had 1 before the petition was filed n will need 1 wen here.. Its just worded wrong on the auto generated message.. It shuldnt say the ARN was changed it should say assigned.. But thats the USCIS for ya.. Lol idk about the change of Address, did u change ur address?
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 08:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDivorce decree required?
Im very unfamiliar with this... But i would call USCIS personally and ask if the document u obtained to prove divorce is acceptable. Im thinking they are aware of differences in cultural diversities and may accept the document? I would hope anyways. Good luck on your journey :)
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 19:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1
Good luck on ur journey... :) and disregard the negativity on this site. Unfortunatly theres alot :( but its useful and the info given is generally pretty accurate... Ive been banned for responding to posters that were rude so my suggestion is to ignore the derogitory responses n thank all that help ... :) im Irish so i have a problem with doing this myself lol i tend to give it right back to people being rude for no reason.. Never the less, VJ is very informative... God bless u and ur fiancee n best wishes!!
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-16 19:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMy fiance in the US is busy; I'm the one preparing the packet for his signature. Is this okay?

what if one benificiary filled his/her own side and scan it and sent it through email for the petitioner to print signed and proceed?

U can do that... The beneficiary does not need to b the original but the petitioners does
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-21 19:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHead of line privileges....alittle humor today folks
I think at 65 u get free pop or coffee or tea in fast food restraunts? This shuld make for a nice argument to the USCIS as to y they should place ur case ahead of others!! Lol hang in there.... We cant do anything but wait :( but at least u can get free beverages on ur 9 or 10 year wedding anniversary.. Thats a bonus to look forward to! Lol
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 08:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI got denied after 11 months of waiting Now WHat
So sorry to hear this... Maybe u can re-file? Maybe get married then file for the marriage visa? Better luck next time :(
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 19:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFrontloading Your I-129F/K-1 Petition. Opinions/experiences?
I did not front load... USCIS process from NOA1 to NOA2 was 117 days less the 4 months... I will b sending a binder full of more supporting eveidence in chronilogical order to my fiancee for interview!!!
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-16 19:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHelp! Packet 3 mailed to a wrong address..
Could u call the consulate at which u mailed it, explain ur mistake & kindly ask them to forward it to the correct destination? I would start there... Good luck
Could u call the consulate at which u mailed it, explain ur mistake & kindly ask them to forward it to the correct destination? I would start there... Good luck
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-25 10:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFlight info
I personally ck flights each week :) lol yes im obsessed!! Anywhooo the one way flights are around $300-$500 cheaper then round trip any site u search... Cheap O Air is good :) really its all about the timing... 2 weeks from the date u want to fly is usually the best window for purchase.. Seats r almost filled & airlines are eager to fill the rest.... This is mostly for international flights! But thats our goal! :)
Besides...... How gratifying will it b to finally purchase that one way ticket!!! Whoohooo :)

Check out with Qatar airways they have a one way ticket and it is cheaper. Go to www.qatarairways.com. It is better for you to get a way one ticket.
 

im goin to look here now lol :)
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-25 00:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPrevious marriage question

The petition was filed after the divoce was filed and recorded. so everything was completed by the time we had filed. my fiance is aware of all dates regarding my previous divorce and no children were conceived.

So the divorce was final? Or just filed when u applied for the K-1? Nevermind I skipped a page of reading lol i dont think u have an issue, relax n enjoy the journey :)

Edited by yorubaqueen13, 25 July 2013 - 10:42 PM.

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-25 22:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPrevious marriage question
My x husband left in March 2011 I met my fiance online in August of 2012, he purposed in October 2012... However, my divorce was still pending. It had been filed in Dec 2011 but not finalized til Feb 2013 ( we were fighting over assets) so I was actually engaged before final divorce but he walked out on me & I never seen him again with an exception of at divorce preceedings.. I was approved no issue. My attorney said as long as the K1 was filed after the divorce Judgment..we filed in March 2013, that theres no legal issue. I still believe its possible we may have sum splainin ta do at the interview tho :) lol so its just up to the CO I guess... Make sure to just b honest.. But at the USCIS level there was no issue :) good luck
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-25 10:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMailing the I 129F Monday just 2 question??
Her passport also needs to b copied & sent.. Along with proof u have met withing the last 2 years, plane tickets, Flight Itinerary, and copy of visa as well as copy's of your passport page containing date of Arrival & also date of departure (Immagration Stamps) from when u visited her.. Or vice versa if she came here to meet u.. Or both if u both have traveled to see eachother... The more the better but one time in the 2 years prior to filing the K1 is all that is needed for it to be withing the guidelines... Good luck on ur journey :)
** haha i need not give advice when I need to b taking a nap ;) I over looked u listed flight info & 15 pics!!! Duhhh... But ur Immigration stamps from ur passport r good cuz they show dates where as pics do not always indicate dates :)

Edited by yorubaqueen13, 28 July 2013 - 03:20 PM.


yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-28 15:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWill my recent deportation from China prevent me from bringing my Chinese fiance to the US?

So from the day that I mail my petition to the day my fiance might get approved...how long on average (if there ever is an average) does the entire K-1 process take? After looking at a flow chart...it seems like about a 1 1/2 - 2 months?
 
Yes, I know that my post makes me seem like a terrible guy. I will admit that I used to be a player type. I would go to clubs and bars for one night stands, but this was before I met my current gf. I was single at the time. I don't intent to cheat on her as I do genuinely love her. I just got caught up in a complicated mistake. Once again, I appreciate the help.

Average wait time for approval after receiving your first notice of action (NOA1) is approximatly 4-8 months... After that things move a little faster on average, an interview takes place 2-3 months after approval from USCIS approval or denial letter is known as (NOA2) this is the doc everyone raves over getting!! Lol after filing, sit back, relax & the wait is on..... P.s.. Just curious but is she your gf or ur fiance? U called her ur gf.... Have u not popped the question yet? Sorry if this is personal..
Oh and get a co-sponsor... Your goin to need 1 with no income proof for last year..

Edited by yorubaqueen13, 29 July 2013 - 10:17 PM.


yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-29 22:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWill my recent deportation from China prevent me from bringing my Chinese fiance to the US?

Could probably sell the movie rights.
 
 

Rotflmao!!!
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-29 22:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 extension
U can find a notary in any bank & its free..... I wonder if u need an extension tho? From wat i have been told ( just speculation) as long as u have ur medical & police clearance dun b4 the NOA2 expires ur ok... I culd b wrong tho... But certainly worth checking into... I dont think its required that u actually interview & enter the US before the NOA2 expires...
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-26 00:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresOpen Fiance Visa Yellow Packet

Hey man, don't worry too much.  My fiance actually OPENED hers!  Could be worse! lol

Lmao!!! :) a little humor never hurts!
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-26 19:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat Vaccinations are Required ?

Only the medical practitioner who examines you can tell you exactly which vaccinations you require,depending on your age. The one that hurt the most for me was chicken pox,ow!! Don't worry though,you'll get through it :)


I wonder why u had to get chicken pox vaccine? Here in the US it has been recommended by physcians to no longer get that as it causes shingles later in life??? Hmmmm im goin to research this ... Hehe

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-04 21:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-134 Affidavit of Support Question
Do u have any income what so ever? If so u do need to provide proof... Bank statements.. Ect. Anything helps even child support pmts... If u have nothing u cant prove anything so nothing is required other then for to fill out the affidavit indicating u have no income then of course ur co-sponsor needs to fill out a seperate form (same I-134) and provide tax docs ( the 1040) & bank statements ect..a letter from employer also helps

Edited by yorubaqueen13, 06 August 2013 - 07:44 PM.

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-06 19:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSo my fiance didn't pay her taxes.....

So I'm confused. Do you have to file or not? My wife was living in Australia with me for the last 3 years and the only "income" she earnt was from interest on her savings account in the US. We have never filed for those years because her families accountant told us she was under the threshold and didn't need to.
I've already assumed that since we wont have those tax returns that will need another sponsor for her affidavit of support, which will be her dad. Is this alright?


This is correct!!! :)

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-05 20:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?

they do ask trick questions at POE. I got asked those questions ALL the time. So be mindful of your answers at POE. 


Thank you thank you!!! With out this advice we wouldnt have known. My fiancee and I need to kick this habit of using the husband/wife term (hubby/wifey) lol for some... But i would have never guessed they would trick u into using the term! Im happy i got this info now so we can prepare n stop using terms that culd lead to a denial! :)

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 19:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?

LOL calling your fiance/fiancee 'hubby/wifey' is fine. I call him like that on fb and you know what? I just got approved at the interview.

Congratulations!!!! However the advice is good to not call them husband/wife before marriage, even tho i find it rediculous to use against sumone, its true that it has been dun n visa's denied based on suspicion of marriage and unfortunatly, thats all they need is the suspicion. :( i dont wanna risk it. In my heart were married. We need the visa to do the legal aspect.
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 18:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?

 
It's not natural, IMHO.
 
In our culture, Yoruba, Oko Afesono = Fiancee, Iyawo Afesono = Fiance, Iyawo, Wofe, Oko = Husband.
I also speak yoruba, oshe gan ore mi! However many, many yoruba people i know n love use these terms wen only engaged. Maybe personal preference i suppose.
 
 
I suggest that you rethink this process. It's not what we think that matters as much as what the ConOff thinks.






I agree!

while I can understand the temptation to start calling eachother husband and wife before you are actually IN the US on the visa, I don't understand why you would continue to argue and risk it when you are told it may put your application at risk. If this is something you really want/need, why would you take ANY risk of being turned away? it just doesn't make sense to me...there's No way I'd do anything to jeopardize my process no matter how stupid it seems to me.

Amen
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 18:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?

First Calm Down.... Vanessa&tony,
 
You dont know me i dont know you, we are just discussing a TOPIC and you' re just going at me. I DO have proof that I'm single...
 
In Spanish culture you dont call nobody "fiance" the said my husband or wife... Marry or Not. Thats culture.... you said that I'm "SILLY" like I said something about me calling my Fiance husband? , I said that was Stupid for the USCIS  to go in base of that... so Calm Down.



Agreed!!!

I'm not having a go at you specifically (hence me writing "collectively") but I was responding to your post that you can "prove" you're single. You can't. The idea that you think you can prove to the US government that you weren't married in Australia for example, is ridiculous. Tell me how to go about proving that please? I'm Australian, there IS NO WAY to prove you weren't married in Australia. There is no way to prove it. We don't have a "proof of singleness" like some countries do. Other countries are the same, there's no way to prove it, they're relying on your word. If your "word" is to call your fiance husband, then you MAY (there's no guarantee) get denied and told to file a spousal visa instead because it's their belief you are married.

You're moving to America, the term husband and wife is for married people. I suggest you get used to "silly" rules because otherwise you're in for a very rude awakening!

Also a USC and people here DO refer to fiance's as husband/wife
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 18:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?

Really? So you can prove that you're not married? How? Explain to me how you can prove to the US government that at no point, in any country, you were married to your fiance?

If you're not married explain to me why you're calling your fiance, someone you are NOT married to, a term reserved for married people?

You (collectively) are being silly and risking your future together by calling each other a term that does NOT relate to you. You are drawing unneeded attention and red-flags into your relationship. Stop calling each other something you are not. It's like calling your best male friend your boyfriend. While the term COULD imply simply a boy that's a friend, that is not it's typical and known use so calling them that adds a dimension to the relationship that doesn't exist.

If you want to be together, stop doing stupid things that put it at risk, and stop doing things that add unnecessary stress to an already stressful and lengthy process.






Altho i believe ur advice is accurate, as everyone has and is entitled to their own opinions,so yes, people (consulates) will judge u and ur situation based on info they find on the inet especially since this may b all they have to go by, however it could have been said a little more respectful.. And altho it may not be normal for you to call your fiance something he/she is NOT. Does not mean its not normal for others. The reality is, a vast majority of people engaged refer to their soon to b spouse as their husband/wife.. So its nice of people on here to warn others it may result in a denial so dont use those terms publically if u do not wish for the consulate to get the wrong picture. Thats great advice! Im happy i read that advice however telling people what to do as if your running things around here isnt necessary. All advice is of course wanted, direct demands and rude behavior is not appreciated and were all hurting n waiting on here for our loved ones, lets be supportive and more person centered not so goal oriented! :) God bless us all

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 18:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?
So u cant call eachother husband n wife? Wow! Thats retarded lol i guess we better stop doing that... Altho we also mention our excitment about getting married. Its just natural to say "husband" or "wife" wen ur engaged
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-15 07:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDo they google you?

How can they access it if its set to private?
 
 
 
 
Yes seriously, the US consul in Montreal QC has been on, uses and knows about VJ. Its quite funny!
 
And yep to the facebook thing! There have been quite a few posts where the consul has showed people printouts ( that were not included in the petition/evidence ) or the actual FB page belonging to the petitioner or beneficiary. And asked questions about things showing on the page.







yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-05-14 21:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa
Can u please tell me the answer u have found?? Lol is it immigrant or non? And how are u going about the scheduling of interview? U wait til the Embassy receives from NVC & then what? Lol
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-07-29 11:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa payment

Hello VJ am asking this here because am new here and dont know how to post. So someone please tell how I can start a thread. My main question is when is the best time to conduct medical exam for Lagos Nigeria ? should we do it before NVC send the doc or wait till embassy receive the I 129 document. also do I have have to do the medical before I am eligible to schedule a visa interview? Thank you.

Go to FORUMS choose which suits ur question, hit " start new topic"
To answer ur question you will need to wait to schedule your med exam til ur file reaches the embassy, u will the b instructed by email on the next steps which will be to pay the visa fee. Woth that receipt # u will schedule interview, and with that confirmation of interview scheduled u will use to schedule the medical exam.... Its basically step by step, dont get ahead of yourself lol we all try :) it will go smooth after NVC, and very very quick compared to the waiting for USCIS.. Hope this helped!! Goodluck n God bless on ur journey :)

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-16 08:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa payment
Ohhh ur already dun with that part!!! :) lol duhhh!!!
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-03 18:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa payment

Yea it's a K1, we're not legally married but still call him my hubby!!
. Very cool you never realize how many people are in the same situation as you! Good luck on the rest of your journey!!!


Thank u :) same to u also... And just so u kno, theres ppl here that will advise u to not call him ur husband or hubby during this process... I use the same term however their advice is spot on!! Immigration, especially embassies in high fraud countries search public forums.. Its not safe due to the amount of ppl that break the laws & file a K-1 instead of a spousal visa cuz the wait times shorter but they r actually married.. So just sum friendly advice, keep that type of thing private, and do not send chats to interview or any other communication refering to eachother as a spouse... Make sure at the interview hes not in the habit of calling u his wife, they WILL try n trip him up by saying "your wife" during interview n he needs to quickly correct the CO & say ur his fiance :) dont want any denials... U can prove ur married like if sumones married but how do u prove ur not? If they suspect it.... U cant! So better to b safe :) hope this helps

yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-03 18:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 visa payment

I was just online researching this for the day we finally have to pay this as well. Here's a link to how to pay, etc on the USCIS site.

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

Hope this helps & congrats!!
And hello fellow Michigander!! :-)




Im a Michigander also!!! Wow thats neat!! Im also engaged to a Nigerian & speak yoruba!!! Im at the Medical & police clearance part of our Journey!!! Its nice to meet local ppl
yorubaqueen13Not TellingNigeria2013-08-03 09:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsEAD/A timeframe?
Hi guys,

I'm wondering how long it took you to received your EAD/AP? I sent in all my paperwork at the beginning of May. They received it May 15th. On June 11, I had my biometrics appointment. I still haven't heard anything.

I'm getting worried because I have plans to travel to Canada at the end of August for a Canadian wedding reception.

What can I expect to wait?






ellasim3MaleCanada2014-07-16 06:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsEAD/AP timeframe?
Hi guys,

I'm wondering how long it took you to received your EAD/AP? I sent in all my paperwork at the beginning of May. They received it May 15th. On June 11, I had my biometrics appointment. I still haven't heard anything.

I'm getting worried because I have plans to travel to Canada at the end of August for a Canadian wedding reception.

What can I expect to wait?






ellasim3MaleCanada2014-07-16 06:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

Hey guys,

 

Can some of you let me know how long it took for your AP to be approved? I applied for it on Mat 12th when I handed in my AOS package. They received it on the 15th and send me NOA on May 20th.

 

My husband and I are looking to travel to Canada for a mini-reception with my family mid-August and I am starting to go into panic mode.

 

 


ellasim3MaleCanada2014-07-23 10:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

Finally!!! Got issued and picked up my passport on Friday.... move in 4 days :)


ellasim3MaleCanada2014-04-07 18:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
Sorry to keep posting but I am really hoping someone can give me some insight or that someone has experienced a similar situation.

I've read that once the case creation changes and switches from an Immigrant Visa to a Non-Immigrant Visa, that things should be issued shortly after.

On March 19th, my case creation date changed and my status was READY (case is open). It said to check back after 2 business days. I checked today and well, my case was updated but still on READY (case is open). now it's saying to check back in 2 business days again.

I am looking for any help here, it's quite hard to stay positive when everyone else is getting approved and moving quickly and I am in limbo. I pray all day that the visa will be issued. Anything would help!






ellasim3MaleCanada2014-03-24 15:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
does anyone else have any insight on this? how long did people wait for an approval after an 221g?
ellasim3MaleCanada2014-03-24 10:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
I think I'm actually starting to lose my mind. checked again today and my status was updated again but still on ready, your case is open :(

The case creation date changed last Wednesday, March 19th... this makes me feel hopeless.


ellasim3MaleCanada2014-03-24 09:24:00