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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (INCT @ Sep 3 2008, 06:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi All,

Just wondering if any of you are going through the same process as me ( I know I can make myself crazy at times)... But Felipe and I are often talking about "what if", what if he doesn't get a visa. Which often then sparks an argument, just because our life in Chile together would be very very difficult. I think our main worry of him not getting it is because of his two previous attempts to get a tourist visa after we met and he got denied - after his second denial I applied for the fiance visa (the tourist visa was a lot easier to apply for). Also, I worry about every little thing and want to be mentally prepared just in case.... Just wondering if anyone else has any of the similiar issues and how you get yourself through them...

Kristen

hi kristen
Yes we worry about getting approved also, we have talked about what if we get denied.
i guess we would have do a k 3 visa. and yes it can lead to an argument. its not easy.
everybody gets grumpy, lol
jer 08MaleThailand2008-09-03 18:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
Hi april filers !
omg we just got an interview date of sept.29
i would have though more like late oct.
i`m going for a plane ride soon ! woo hoo
jer 08MaleThailand2008-09-03 15:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Aug 24 2008, 11:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So, April, what's going on with all of you????

it's monday morning in NZ and i'm hoping that very soon they will be opening up Russell's packet 3 and arranging an interview date... even without the approved petition from the NVC. laughing.gif Wishful thinking? whistling.gif

Hi kim
I believe ours made it to the embassy now,and we will email them tomorrow to find out.
Its nice and sunny here in vermont,have a good day!
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-24 13:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (KimandRuss @ Aug 19 2008, 07:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
noa2 hardcopy!

Congrats on your hard copy Kim !
I got mine too. I even figured out how to use the DSL tracking ! woo hoo
I`ll be glad when this is all over. There should be a shorter process for us nice people.
take care everybody !
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-20 13:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (susita83 @ Aug 20 2008, 09:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
APPROVAL NOTICE SENT!!!!!!!!!

WOOHOO PARTY AT MY PLACE, WHO'S COMING????? kicking.gif
Mojitos for everybody!!!

I'm too excited to type right now, I'm at work I gotta go hide in the bathroom and call Luis

Chau everybody,
Suz

kicking.gif

kicking.gif

Congrats Suzy, Enjoy !
Now see if u can stop smiling! It`s hard !lol
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-20 13:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (milo75 @ Aug 16 2008, 07:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Jer08 - We are on the same page it seems!!! I did call NVC for the case number. Just call the main number then 1, 5 and speak with an operator. And, yeah, we need to get the paperwork together. Plus, the beneficary at some point gets packet 3. But the ins and outs??? No idea.

I just found some information on tracking,
search DHL tracking, and i think u can find out now!
but i have to call and get my case # and the date they shipped it out.
it is confusing, help kim!
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-16 20:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
quick question, do we have to call NVC for the case #.
and i got the noa 2 last monday,is it possible it is at the embassy in bangkok now?
i got the hard copy also,
my SO is getting me confused, she says they will send me a packet.
i know i have to do the I 134. help, lol
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-16 19:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
so happy for u kim, we love u ! good.gif
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-13 19:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
Thanks for the help !
I wish i made 71,000 a year !
Kim i think u said u are self employed.
I am also, so we don`t get w 2 for tax returns.
can we use 1040`s ?
I really think that somebody went on vacation or
one person is slower. but no wonder our blood pressure goes up.
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-13 16:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
Hi everybody, i hope u are all doing ok.
So we get our noa 2 on monday and thats is great,very happy.
now my SO is worried because we have only seen each other one time.
we have known each other for 1 year.yes it`s alittle fast but we really love each other and want to marry,
from usa to thailand is far and expensive , and hard to do when i have to work 6 days a week.
is there anybody in my position ? is 1 time going to be ok for the interview?
i want to be there for the interview so it is kind of 2 times.
we have alot of proof, and an engagment ring.
And 1 more question,
why do people post" i make 71,000 a year ,should i get a sponcer"
if the minimum povery level is 14,000 times 125%, isin`t the result 17,500 ?
now is it gross or adjusted gross they want, never could find that!
Any how thanks alot guys !
And kim i do pray for u !
it`s coming, they all do !
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-13 15:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (Wei&Shu(Joe) @ Aug 11 2008, 07:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jer 08 @ Aug 10 2008, 06:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Wei&Shu(Joe) @ Aug 10 2008, 04:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jer 08 @ Aug 10 2008, 05:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Wei&Shu(Joe) @ Aug 10 2008, 03:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Here is the rundown on Igor's list going into the week of August 11...
(at least up to my spot at 65, sorry to be so selfish)

#2 repeat, subtract 1

#5 approved already, subtract 2

#22 very sad...pregnant, broke up, she is withdrawing petition crying.gif ,subtract 3

#28 didn't indicate service center in profile, is posting in CSC forum, I think it's a CSC case, subtract 4

#42 duplicate, subtract 5

#44 "Russ & Kim", pornography related delays

#48 Gaura & Nitai, already approved, subtract 6

#50 Suzy & Luis, VSC awaiting nude photos of Peruvian supermodel "Luis"

#56 Want to know what slows things down? Professional petitioners maybe? This person wonders if he'll have any trouble...applied for K1 in 2006, approved but he was unhappy with product on delivery and returned to sender. Applied for same person Jan 2007 had interview appt in June, canceled 2 weeks before interview because he had decided to "date" someone else blink.gif Apparently the product quality had not improved in the intervening 6 months! Now applying for her a third time! My my, what will happen this time?! Anyone else who has been through this situation please run over and tell him what to expect! headbonk.gif

Did someone say something about dysfunction? Of course, you can see this is a new paragraph so the question has nothing to do with anything written above!

Hey china it wasn`t me applying for her, it was someone else. I wouldn`t go through this process more than once.


Sorry dude! I hope it's all figured out now. Sorry for misunderstanding your post! Hope you have a smooth ride.

Thanks ! im glad im not that stupid, lol


I went back and read your post again today and it's actually very clear that you were not the original petitioner. I took a muscle relaxer for some bad neck pain last night and I think I was a little loopy. I wanted to apologize again and warn others about the dangers of posting under the influence.

Hey its ok, I got approved today, so im very happy.
It would be quite funny though if i could pull that off.
jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-11 20:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers
QUOTE (milo75 @ Aug 11 2008, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We're APPROVED!!!!!

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The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: XXXXXXXXXXX

Application Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E)

Current Status: Approval notice sent.

On August 11, 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.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283.
WOO HOO we r approved to, a touch and the approval, only 2 touches the whole time.good monday !
kicking.gif best wishes everybody!
Kim - you are next!!!

jer 08MaleThailand2008-08-11 14:13:00
PhilippinesHere At Last!!!
She made it!!! Today I picked up my Fiancee from the airport and we are here together at last. Our entire process from our NOA1 has been 100% problem free and after we received our NOA2 it went by so fast. Her experience at the San Francisco airport as noted here by so many others was a breeze! She had a 3 hour layover and then finally made it to my city early this Saturday morning and we are ready to begin our lives together. The wedding is May 17th, and I can imagine how beautiful she will look in her wedding dress! I only wish everyone else's experiences will be as hassle free as ours has been, though I must send out my thanks to all the help available on this site. Best of luck to all still on their Visa Journey!
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-03-29 14:59:00
PhilippinesFound pregnant after July 4 pregnancy test
Thanks so much Guys!!! I will enjoy every moment of it.
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-07-05 10:56:00
PhilippinesFound pregnant after July 4 pregnancy test
QUOTE (nikmia @ Jul 5 2008, 12:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Ann-Drew @ Jul 5 2008, 08:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
SO HAPPY TO KNOW THAT AFTER JULY 4TH PREGNANCY TEST, IT TURNED POSITIVE!!! I arrived here from Philippines last March 29. We got married May 17 and now here it is...AM PREGNANT!!! Woweee, just feels so good. My husband is really looking forward to this too. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!


Hi, congratulations to you on your pregnancy! I have a question though about your vaccination while in the Philippines. Did you get the MMR & Varicella? I did & was told not to get pregnant after 3 months. Likewise, in filing my AOS I was required to take a second shot of MMR & varicella & I'm not supposed to get pregnant again after 3 months. What did your doctor tell you about this? Goodluck to you & your new family soon. Stay healthy! good.gif




Hi Nikmia,

Yes, I had MMR & varicella vaccines while am on my medical at SLEC. The doctor told me that I should not get pregnant just for one month after the vaccination. When I file my AOS, the shot that I haven't taken yet is the TD so I got it from the family doctor here. After, I went to USCIS certified civil surgeon in our area and have it transfered to I-693 vaccination supplement. I explained to our doctor that I didn't have to retake MMR & Varicella. Luckily, for TD shot the doctor told that it's just safe to get pregnant.
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-07-05 10:50:00
PhilippinesFound pregnant after July 4 pregnancy test
Thanks so much! My current time now is July 4 but since my default time in here is from Philippines, so date changes to July 5.
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-07-04 19:47:00
PhilippinesFound pregnant after July 4 pregnancy test
SO HAPPY TO KNOW THAT AFTER JULY 4TH PREGNANCY TEST, IT TURNED POSITIVE!!! I arrived here from Philippines last March 29. We got married May 17 and now here it is...AM PREGNANT!!! Woweee, just feels so good. My husband is really looking forward to this too. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-07-04 19:36:00
Philippineswhat kind of plane ticket we will buy
I considered buying a round-trip ticket for my Fiancee cuz sometimes she is SO SO KULIT and I may want to send her back home! hahahaha - A one way ticke is all you need Gary, best of luck! (We paid about $1000 for a ticket from Manila to US east coast - stopped in SF). By the way we HIGHLY recommend San Fran as port of entry!! There are several posts about POEs here, but San Fran was a BREEZE!!
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-08-28 00:19:00
PhilippinesSo Happy to Know
QUOTE (civiram_hcl @ Sep 12 2008, 11:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats! I got my GC today too. So happy!!! kicking.gif



Wow!!! Congrats too!!!
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-09-11 22:45:00
PhilippinesSo Happy to Know
Thanks guys...am just so happy to receive and read that email today. What a great news for us!!! I don't have interview set, and maybe none anymore coz my new card is being ordered for production already. I just cant get this in my mind, there are 2 significant days in America's history where I have good news. The first time is when we have pregnancy test on July 4, Independence Day and second one is today, September 11, the Twin Towers Bombing. And one more, but it's not for America's history anymore, it's March 11 my due date, which is the day too of my interview at US embassy in Manila...one year after that is my baby's welcome interview to the world.
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-09-11 15:14:00
PhilippinesSo Happy to Know
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The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: MSC08********

Application Type: I485 , APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS

Current Status: Card production ordered.

On September 11, 2008, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.

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WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-09-11 14:55:00
PhilippinesGREEN CARD RECEIVED 09-19-2008
Wow, we're so glad to received by mail today September 19, 2008 my 2 year GREEN CARD!!! The process was just easy...during the time of my biometrics appointment since it's saturday, there's no other interviewee and it makes the process so quick...we'd say after we filled up the form and my finger printing only lasts for about 5 minutes. Then after around 2 months, I received my EAD card. We didn't apply for AP. We're so glad that my case was transferred to California service center, in that case I have no interview anymore. Thank you so much God!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-09-19 22:03:00
PhilippinesVISA ON HAND!!!!
Congrats!!!
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-09-25 15:10:00
PhilippinesVISA approved!
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Such a great experience. My husband when he came for the first time prepared a Tagalog speech for my father.
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-12-04 19:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassed Manila USE Interview!!!
She did it!!! My Fiancee passed her interview at the US Embassy in Manila yesterday! It's been a little over 6 months since our NOA 1 and Im overwhelmed that she will be with me here in the US in just a matter of days. She had every form required by the USE as well as more than enough evidence of our relationship (though the Consular only asked to see photos of us together). She said he was very surprised that I visited her twice in the Philippines and overall it was a fairly painless experience.....(except for her first experience with the ####### of a needle at St Lukes). I am actually VERY surprised at how easy this process has been for us - I had seriously considered using the aid of an attorney but in retrospect, that was obviously unecessary with the abundance of help available on this site. (Special thanks to Sheriff Uling!) I wish the best of luck to those still on their "visa journey", with a little time and patience, it CAN BE DONE! Thanks too, to my Mother for all her countless hours researching this site and helping prevent any of the numerous delays so many others here have experienced, by learning from their mistakes posted here. I cant find the words to express my excitement about picking up my Sweetie at the airport here in my city later this month, a moment Im sure I will remember forever!
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-03-11 18:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHAPPY HAPPY DAY
Congrats!!! I can really imagine how happy you are now, receiving your NOA2. That's how I'd felt too before. Good luck to your medical and interview soon.
WRTHNot TellingPhilippines2008-06-20 20:07:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Anyone get their T4 for EI yet?
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-22 08:16:00
CanadaCanada tax info

Just a heads up...if you go to www.ufile.ca it will figure out the calculations for you as far as being a resident part of the year. You can't e-file because of the marital status change. But if you tell it that you are single, with no change in marital status and tick the box that says "Immigrant, emigrant or non resident taxpayer " it figures out all the calculations according tohow long you were in the Country. It's a free service ifyou make under a certain amount of money so you can then print off the return and use it to fill in the blanks of the mail in forms. Saves a lot of hassles and for me it figured out CPP overpayment etc. which I wouldn't have known. Give it a try. And again I say, Turbo Tax online does do all the right calculations for foreign tax credit.


Actually I went through it again, more detailed you can enter your spouse and his income, everything correctly and it still does the same calculations. It asks if they are a resident, and ifyou want to put detailed or basic information. It's a really good program, I've used it for years.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-18 11:11:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Just a heads up...if you go to www.ufile.ca it will figure out the calculations for you as far as being a resident part of the year. You can't e-file because of the marital status change. But if you tell it that you are single, with no change in marital status and tick the box that says "Immigrant, emigrant or non resident taxpayer " it figures out all the calculations according tohow long you were in the Country. It's a free service ifyou make under a certain amount of money so you can then print off the return and use it to fill in the blanks of the mail in forms. Saves a lot of hassles and for me it figured out CPP overpayment etc. which I wouldn't have known. Give it a try. And again I say, Turbo Tax online does do all the right calculations for foreign tax credit.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-18 10:52:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Hey when filling out the form 1116, can we claim deductions for CPP, EI, RPP or union dues??? Or only the income tax deducted. I want the most bang for my buck :P

And I don't know about you guys but Turbo Tax online seems to do a good job of dealing with the foreign issue.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-17 19:36:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Yes you can file for EI, it's a thing between USA & Canada. there used to be quite a lengthy thread on the board about it. You can prob get maternity benefits too, but I wouldn't mention that until you've got your work claim going.

Yes, the Cdn Income tax has to be prorated to the day you departed Canada. I believe I used a program like Turbo tax and it calculated it for you.

http://www.irs.gov/e...=118986,00.html
As well if one makes 50,000 usd adjusted gross income you may be able to file for free!!


I used the Turbo Tax and it seemed to fill out everything, even the foreign tax credit. I'm going to print it and go see my nice IRS lady tomorrow and see if I did it right...damn EI for not letting me sign in :angry:

Oh well, I guess my bad for losing my stack of receipts.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-15 20:27:00
CanadaCanada tax info
I have a photocopy of a time card but no receipt of payment :crying:

I was so hoping to get started on my taxes...and I can't remember exactly how much I received, or for how long :angry:
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-15 18:58:00
CanadaCanada tax info
That's cool, I hope I can find my access code when I get home.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-15 16:21:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Did anyone receive their T4E yet? Seems to be taking forever and holding up everything!
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-15 08:38:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Thanks. I've been reading all this stuff and it's all a big whirl. So with the Canadian taxes I just file a normal return and put my leaving date in March? Nothing else matters to them? So in theory I can file on-line as usual? I hope so that makes it so much easier.

Thanks for your help zyggy...I've been so stressed.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-10 16:03:00
CanadaCanada tax info
so would I still use the 1116 and what changed your mind?
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-10 15:35:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Thank goodness, so just 1040 and 1116. My husband and I will file married joint. Do I have to claim him on the Canadian one seeing we weren't married until after I came to USA?
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-10 15:25:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Thanks Ziggy,

That's actually what the IRS guy said...

but what's this about the 2555 form...does that come into play?
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-10 15:19:00
CanadaCanada tax info
the more I read the more confused i get. Just tell me. The first year what forms should I file if I have income from Jan - March in canada, Canadian EI from April - July in USA, and USA job from July - Dec? I'm so confused.
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-10 15:05:00
CanadaCanada tax info
Just so you guys know, I just contacted EI and they are sending out T4's...she looked mine up and could see it had been generated on the system. So don't file without it :|
Mishy_BCNot TellingCanada2006-02-10 14:04:00