ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IMBRA Special TopicsCriminal Record
It was a general court martial with a bad conduct discharge.It is a felony.Can he still petition someone?Its not listed on the crimes on the I 129 f part c question 2 Its list domestic violence,sexual assult,child abuse and neglect,dating violence,elder abuse or stalking,homicide,murder,manslaughter,rape,abusive sexul contact,sexual exploitation,incest,torgue trfficking,peonage holding hostage,involuntary servitude, slave trade,kidnapping,abduction,unlawful criminal restraint,false imprisonment or an attempt to do any of these crimes, or 3 or more crimes relating to a controlled substance or alcohol not arising from a single act.Since his crime is not listed here does this mean hes ok?Is this all they consider for denial?

Edited by bissell_07, 16 February 2009 - 06:08 PM.

b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-16 18:07:00
IMBRA Special TopicsCriminal Record
My buddy is thinking of pursuing a relationship with a filipino.Since Im in a relationship myself he was asking me questions for advice.He has a criminal record from the army he was charged with assualting a sergant, wrongfully communicating a threat, and resisting arrest.He was sentenced to 1 yr in confinement and discharged.That happen 10/2003 so its been a little over 5 years since it happen.Ive known him since highschool hes never been in trouble before that or since then.This was very out of character of him.I told him those charges wasnt metioned on the 129 f I filled out but I really am not sure.Will this affect him being denied?Would he be wasting his time to pursue a relationship?Thanks
b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-16 15:47:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionco sponser
Does the consulate in Taiwan allow co sponsors?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-07-11 01:04:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussiontaiwan
Does the consulate in Taiwan allow co sponsors?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-07-11 01:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJanuary 2010 K-1 Filers
Filed ours Jan 4th. Noa1 date Jan 7th. Good luck to everyone!!
b0bMalePhilippines2010-01-26 23:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresg 325a
I'm new and just getting started.My fiance is from the philippines.My question is on the 325 a.How strict are they on the address history and job history?I was in the army so I moved around alot.I also have moved and changed jobs a few times since I got out.If I forget 1 of my addresses or am not exact on the dates will that be a problem?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-01-03 13:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDeclaration of how you met in person in the last two years
We was thinking we both needed to sign the attachment sheet Ok Thanks for the replys Looks good then Thanks!!!

Edited by bissell_07, 02 February 2009 - 06:50 AM.

b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-02 06:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDeclaration of how you met in person in the last two years
Me and my fiance messed up.We thought I was the only one to sign and date the meeting in person question 18.Now we relize we both should have signed it.Will it be better to go ahead and send in the package and if we get a rfe for it then send it in.Or Should we wait till she can send one with her signture on it from philippines before we send in the package?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-02 00:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew 2009 guidlines !!!!!!
QUOTE (MatthewKMC @ Feb 15 2009, 07:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
This is ######. A month and a half ago I made enough ,and now I don't. I just spent like 2 grand to go to see my SO (So that we could get photo's to prove we have been together, letter of intent from her,etc). Now I am going to see her in 18 day's (And I have to explain to her that I am no longer eligable). I can't find a sponser for her. And I do not think I could find a job/survivie in her country. I am very upset. I don't know what to do. $300 is going to keep me from being witht the woman I love.................................any advice?

Wow,You guys are really missing the point."This is ############"This is Refering to his own situation being fraustrated at himself no one else not the system Just his own personal situation.Then he ask "Any Advice?"Hes looking for a way to fix his situation.Hes not throwing it out saying its the systems fault.As already said theres two simple solutions to this situation.Get a part time job to supplement your income.Increase your savings to at least 3 times to what you are short.That would be around $940.
b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-16 09:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew 2009 guidlines !!!!!!
QUOTE (MatthewKMC @ Feb 15 2009, 08:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What about my truck (It's old 1994 Chevy) and my motorcycle (1982 Harley sportster). They are both old but at least worth $1,000 together. My problem with a bank account is (I have bad credit) so if I opened up a bank account it would most likley be frozen. :-(

Are you talking about a savings account or a checking account?Usually, unlike a checking account, you can open a savings account at a bank without them checking "checksystems", or whatever service they use. I would suggest going to a different bank from your current one going to new accounts and setting up a savings account. They usally require a minimum intinal deposit.You never know unless you try .
b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-15 09:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew 2009 guidlines !!!!!!
Chill out man!Ok, You can use any assests you have.You can also use your savings.So $313 short right?You will need 3 times that.So if you have at least $939 in your savings then you will be ok.Of course though the more the better so start saving.

Edited by bissell_07, 15 February 2009 - 09:22 AM.

b0bMalePhilippines2009-02-15 09:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresstupid question
I put my father was born in Oklahoma on the G-325a.I just noticed on my birth certificate his place of birth is Arkansas.I Never knew him & didn't think to look the birth certificate before submitting the papers.Will this cause a RFE?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-03-02 09:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to cancel the I-129F petition?
QUOTE (payxibka @ Mar 23 2009, 06:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
send a notarized letter indicating such to the agency at the location that is currently in possession of your file

Ok,thanks Just curious.Will they return the package?Will they send a notice so I know its been cancel?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-03-23 10:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to cancel the I-129F petition?
We decided to get marrried in the Philippines.So how do we cancel our petition?Thanks...
b0bMalePhilippines2009-03-23 06:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures129f question 11
QUOTE (Otto und Karin @ Nov 12 2009, 03:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (b0b @ Nov 12 2009, 02:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I will put Jane Doe,Vermont Service Center(Date Filed)."Withdrawn DATE. Now refiling for same fiancee."Ok, Thank you!!

If you have it - might not be a bad idea to include a copy of the confirmation notice/letter from USCIS (confirming the withdraw). Not necessary (if you don't have it) but not a bad idea to include it if you do.

I have it. I will include it also.Thank You!!
b0bMalePhilippines2009-11-12 15:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures129f question 11
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 12 2009, 01:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (b0b @ Nov 12 2009, 11:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (bissell_07 @ Nov 12 2009, 02:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiancee and I filed a 129 petition last year.We cancelled it before it was approved(noa2).So now we are ready to file again.Question 11 on the 129 f Have you ever filed for this or any other alien fiancee or husband/wife before?Since we was never approved we should answer NO.Is this correct?

IT says If YES give name of all aliens place and date of filing,A# and result.It was never approved so we never received an A#.That is why I was thinking Weshould answer no.


Answer yes, put the name and place and then "Withdrawn DATE. Now refiling for same fiancee."

I will put Jane Doe,Vermont Service Center(Date Filed)."Withdrawn DATE. Now refiling for same fiancee."Ok, Thank you!!
b0bMalePhilippines2009-11-12 15:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures129f question 11
QUOTE (bissell_07 @ Nov 12 2009, 02:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiancee and I filed a 129 petition last year.We cancelled it before it was approved(noa2).So now we are ready to file again.Question 11 on the 129 f Have you ever filed for this or any other alien fiancee or husband/wife before?Since we was never approved we should answer NO.Is this correct?

IT says If YES give name of all aliens place and date of filing,A# and result.It was never approved so we never received an A#.That is why I was thinking Weshould answer no.
b0bMalePhilippines2009-11-12 14:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures129f question 11
My fiancee and I filed a 129 petition last year.We cancelled it before it was approved(noa2).So now we are ready to file again.Question 11 on the 129 f Have you ever filed for this or any other alien fiancee or husband/wife before?Since we was never approved we should answer NO.Is this correct?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-11-12 14:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresconfused
QUOTE (b0b @ Dec 8 2009, 10:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (b0b @ Dec 8 2009, 04:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiancee and I canceled our 129f feb 09 now refiling.We received an A # with the withdraw letter from uscis.We included it for question 11 on the 129 f asking "if ever filed for this fiancee before if so include A# and result".Does this A # apply for question 8b part a and question 9 part b as well?Also Does this A# apply for the top and bottom corners of the 325 that says file #/ A#?Thanks,hope someone can clarify.


So question 11 on the 129f is refering to our past a # ok so is the question 8b and 9 on the 129f and on the 325 a also refering to the past number or is it there for our new filing number that will be assigned to us?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-12-08 23:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresconfused
QUOTE (b0b @ Dec 8 2009, 04:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiancee and I canceled our 129f feb 09 now refiling.We received an A # with the withdraw letter from uscis.We included it for question 11 on the 129 f asking "if ever filed for this fiancee before if so include A# and result".Does this A # apply for question 8b part a and question 9 part b as well?Also Does this A# apply for the top and bottom corners of the 325 that says file #/ A#?Thanks,hope someone can clarify.


b0bMalePhilippines2009-12-08 23:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresconfused
My fiancee and I canceled our 129f feb 09 now refiling.We received an A # with the withdraw letter from uscis.We included it for question 11 on the 129 f asking "if ever filed for this fiancee before if so include A# and result".Does this A # apply for question 8b part a and question 9 part b as well?Also Does this A# apply for the top and bottom corners of the 325 that says file #/ A#?Thanks,hope someone can clarify.
b0bMalePhilippines2009-12-08 17:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPlease help us!!!!!!!! POE issue

I like to hear the end of the story. Best of luck.

Houston finally called us back.We had to go to oklahoma city to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office.The officer there took her passport and I94 and corrected the date on them because it was dated for 6 months.Should have been dated for 90 days.We then followed him in our car to the USCIS office.He turned in our brown envelope and told us everything is good make sure we get married within 90 days and file the I485.It was an easy process just hope they dont make anymore mistakes.Thanks for the replies they helped guide us in the right direction to get this fixed.
b0bMalePhilippines2010-08-06 13:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPlease help us!!!!!!!! POE issue
Thanks for the replies.I called the cbp in Houston.The supervisor said theres a office here were I live.We can take it there.He said he needed to call them first and set it up.Hopefully he will call us back soon with the appointment.
b0bMalePhilippines2010-08-01 18:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPlease help us!!!!!!!! POE issue

Was she not taken into the Immigration office after the initial Point of immigration?

When my wife arrived, she was taken into the office and processed. This took about 30 minutes. The first immigration officer advised her that she was here on a K1 Visa and had 90 days to marry. SHe then was escorted to an office where she was questioned, and given the I-94. We also arrived in Houston.

I would call USCIS, this may save you a flight back to Houston for a 30 minute process. Many major cities have an immigration office so I would check this option first.

Good Luck !

She was never taken into a office.It was just the officer in the booth.He took her finger prints and picture.He talked to her in tagalog ask her were she is going and when is the lucky day.He then stamped the passport and I94 and gave it back to her.She asked if everything was ok.He replied yes you are good thank you have a nice day.
b0bMalePhilippines2010-08-01 18:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPlease help us!!!!!!!! POE issue
My fiancee just arrived in Houston yesterday July 31 2010.As she was unpacking her things I noticed theres a big brown envelope in her things.I ask her about it and she said she went to the immigration and he stamped her passport and then handed it back to her.She asked him if everything was ok.He said yes everything is fine you are good thank you and have a nice day.So she proceeded to the connecting terminal and finished her trip.She said he never asked her about the sealed envelope or anything.So now here we are. We are both here together holding the sealed envelope.Can anyone please inform us of what we need to do?Can she be deported for this?How can we fix this issue?
b0bMalePhilippines2010-08-01 03:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThe RFE Master List
I put my father was born in Oklahoma on the G-325a.I just noticed on my birth certificate his place of birth is Arkansas.I Never knew him & didnt think to look the birth certificate before submitting the papers.Will this cause a RFE?
b0bMalePhilippines2009-03-02 08:38:00