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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Colombia
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Hey there all!

So I have more than enough in savings to meet the USCIS standards but are they looking for a salary as well? Reason I ask is that I will be remaining in Colombia with her as this process continues and I don't think anything I make while in Colombia will even come close to matching what I could make in the States.

Many thanks again,

~Kevin

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: China
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Sufficient salary is necessary if you don’t have a co-sponsor, because U.S. immigration law requires that all K nonimmigrant visa applicants establish that they are not likely to become a public charge. “Petitioners should be able to demonstrate their ability to maintain an income of at least 100% of the federal poverty guidelines for their prospective household sizes.” (see http://blogs.usembassy.gov/philippines/2012/05/).

02-21-2014 I-129F packet was sent to USCIS P.O. Box 660151 Dallas, TX 75266 via USPS Priority Express.

02-28-2014 USCIS NOA #1 (text and email) received.

03-03-2014 Alien Registration Number was changed.

08-08-2014 USCIS NOA #2 (found out on 08-11-2014 on USCIS website, no text nor email confirmation) [162 days]

08-18-2014 USCIS shipped the approved case to National Visa Center (NVC) for visa processing. (found out on 08-19-2014 on USCIS website)

08-25-2014 I called NVC 30+ times and finally got through. The staff there told me that my K1 petition hadn't arrived NVC.

08-??-2014 NVC assigned a case number.

08-29-2014 I called NVC 30+ times again and found out NVC sent the petition to Guangzhou Consulate on this day.

08-29-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was "In Transit" on https://ceac.state.gov/ceacstattracker/status.aspx

09-02-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status became "Ready".

09-05-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status became "Administrative Processing".

09-11-2014 Packet 3 and NVC letter were received.

09-12-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated.

09-13-2014 Mailed the response of Packet 3 to Guangzhou Consulate.

09-16-2014 Beneficiary applied for her birth certificate, marital-status certificate and police certificate at a city-level

notarial service center (Gongzhengchu). She also paid $265 visa fee at a CITIC Bank.

09-17-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated. I took the risk and scheduled an interview on 10/15/2014 via ustraveldoc.com before receiving Packet 4.

09-18-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated and Packet 4 was received via email 7 hours later in "Spam" folder.

09-20-2014 Medical Exam

09-24-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated.

09-25-2014 Beneficiary received her birth certificate, marital-status certificate, police certificate and the results from the medical exam.

10-08-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated.

10-14-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated.

10-15-2014 "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated.

10-15-2014 Interviewed and approved. "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" status was updated. Case Creation Date : 15-Oct-2014. Status Updated Date:15-Oct-2014

10-16-2014 Status Updated Date:16-Oct-2014. "IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION" became "Issued".

10-24-2014 Fiancee picked up K-1 Visa and passport at the CITIC Bank.
11-13-2014 US entry

11-20-2014 Applied for a marriage license.

12-01-2014 Received a marriage certificate.
12-05-2014 Applied for SSN.

12-15-2014 Received SS Card by mail
12-17-2014 Applied for a non-driver's ID
01-03-2015 Received the non-driver's ID by mail
02-03-2015 Mailed I-485, I-131, I-765, I-864 and G-325A to Chicago Lockbox.
03-06-2015 Attended the biometric appointment at Buffalo
03-27-2015 Passed written test and received Learner's Permit

04/13/2015 EAD and AP were approved
10/14/2015 AOS Interview (very simple 5-minute interview) and approved

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Hey there all!

So I have more than enough in savings to meet the USCIS standards but are they looking for a salary as well? Reason I ask is that I will be remaining in Colombia with her as this process continues and I don't think anything I make while in Colombia will even come close to matching what I could make in the States.

Many thanks again,

~Kevin

If you are using assets, remember they need to be at least 3 times the difference you are short. For example if you are short $2k, you will need 6k in assets. If you are using ONLY assets, you will need close to 60k in assets. If in doubt, bring a co-sponsor...they are accepted at the embassy in Bogota.

Sufficient salary is necessary if you don’t have a co-sponsor, because U.S. immigration law requires that all K nonimmigrant visa applicants establish that they are not likely to become a public charge. “Petitioners should be able to demonstrate their ability to maintain an income of at least 100% of the federal poverty guidelines for their prospective household sizes.” (see http://blogs.usembassy.gov/philippines/2012/05/).

Colombia requires 125% of the poverty guidelines.

K-1
NOA1: 04/08/2014; NOA2: 04/21/2014; Visa interview, approved: 07/15/2014; POE: 07/25/2014; Marriage: 09/05/2014

 

AOS

NOA1:  09/12/2014;  Biometrics:  10/06/2014;  EAD/AP Received:  11/26/2014;  Interview Waiver Letter:  01/02/2015;  

RFE:  07/09/2015;  Permanent Residency Granted:  07/27/2015;  Green card Received:  08/22/2015

 

ROC

NOA1:  05/24/2017;  Biometrics:  06/13/2017;  Approved without interview:  09/05/2018;  10 Yr Green card Received:  09/13/2018

 

Naturalization

08/09/2020 -- Filed N-400 online

08/09/2020 -- NOA1 date

08/11/2020 -- NOA1 received in the mail

12/30/2020 -- Received notice online that an interview was scheduled

02/11/2021 -- Interview

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Colombia
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So does this mean if I go with her to the interview I will have to prove that I have work lined up with an x-amount-of-dollars salary waiting for me at the other end?

And how do I get a co-sponsor?

Apologies for all the questions. I'm just trying to get all my ducks in a row here.

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Colombia
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Hey there guys,

This is really concerning me because I was always planning on going to Colombia to be with her while we waited for her interview. But in the affidavit of support it says I have to show a salary and current position somewhere in order to prove she will not become a ward of the state.

I have more than enough assets to support her on my own and I always assumed that with a co-sponsor I should have no problem. Our plan was to send the petition, get it approved, have me fly down to be with her and then work in Colombia and wait with her until she gets the visa. At that point I would return to the US to pick up new work and prepare the way for her arrival.

Please tell me there is another way to do this, the idea of being separated from my fiance for another 6-8 months because I have to prove work is breaking my heart right now.

Thanks again,

~Kevin

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Colombia
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Hey there again,

So I am just graduating college and lived in Colombia this last year where I met my fiance and as a result I have no little to no salary history to show the consulate. I do however have more than sufficient enough assets (tens of thousands of dollars) that could be increased substantially with a co-sponsor.

Am I just totally screwed because of this? What do I do?


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Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Jamaica
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Hello! You've started several topics with same question, so I believe you have received your answer in one of the others

But I believe as long as you can show assets, money in the bank, along with joint sponsor you will be ok. Double check to ensure your consulate allows joint or co sponsors.

Best of luck!

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Mexico
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Hey there again,

So I am just graduating college and lived in Colombia this last year where I met my fiance and as a result I have no little to no salary history to show the consulate. I do however have more than sufficient enough assets (tens of thousands of dollars) that could be increased substantially with a co-sponsor.

Am I just totally screwed because of this? What do I do?

type in K1 Visa assets in the search column and you should get an answer. How much you need depends on your household size. I believe it is 3X the annual minimum salary required or ~19,000 x 3 = $57,000 Regardless, even if your assets are sufficient, it is recommened that you seek a co-sponsor.

K1 Visa Event Date Service Center : Texas Service Center Transferred? No Consulate : Juarez, Mexico

I-129F: Sent 9/5/2014

I-129F: Arrived at Lewisville 9/8/2014

I-129F: NOA1 Text message/mail 9/11/2014

I-129F: Alien Registration Number Changed 9/16/2014

I-129F: Request to correct on document or notice assigned to an officer for response 10/25/2014

I-129F: Name Change request made 10/31/2014

I-129F: Crickets as of today

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Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Kenya
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Please tell me there is another way to do this, the idea of being separated from my fiance for another 6-8 months because I have to prove work is breaking my heart right now.

Not worried about finding an adequate job to support her once you both arrive? If not, then you should be able to do as you propose.

Phil (Lockport, near Chicago) and Alla (Lobnya, near Moscow)

As of Dec 7, 2009, now Zero miles apart (literally)!

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Embassies do not have to accept co-sponsors when applying for a K-1 visa. Some embassies will, some won't, and some accept co-sponsors sometimes. Each embassy tends to make its own rules on what it wants to see. Technically you only need to meet 100% of poverty for the K-1, but most seem demand 125% because they know you'll need that to adjust status later. Even at 125% they do not need to accept that as sufficient to keep the immigrant from needing government aid. It is totally up to the CO when applying for a K-1. Typically they see a student graduating from college with an in demand degree, as a better risk to keep the immigrant off the public dole. Seeing family support behind the immigrant also helps turn the tides at the maybe they'll accept a co-sponsor embassy. A friend who might be gone tomorrow, or might balk at the language in the I-864 is going to much less acceptable for them. Also the I-134 requires 5 times the value in assets to make up for the shortfall of income. The I-864 requires only 3 times, but that one won't come up until you're adjusting status. BTW, the CR-1 visa for a spouse ties the hands of the CO at the embassy as to what they must accept for income, assets and co-sponsor. They must accept a co-sponsor as long as the meet the income requirements and are a citizen or legal resident of the USA.

K1 from the Philippines
Arrival : 2011-09-08
Married : 2011-10-15
AOS
Date Card Received : 2012-07-13
EAD
Date Card Received : 2012-02-04

Sent ROC : 4-1-2014
Noa1 : 4-2-2014
Bio Complete : 4-18-2014
Approved : 6-24-2014

N-400 sent 2-13-2016
Bio Complete 3-14-2016
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So does this mean if I go with her to the interview I will have to prove that I have work lined up with an x-amount-of-dollars salary waiting for me at the other end?

And how do I get a co-sponsor?

Apologies for all the questions. I'm just trying to get all my ducks in a row here.

You should have work already before going to the interview, preferably at a salary above 125% of the poverty level. You will need to provide an employer letter and your most recent pay stubs when you go to the interview. I can't verify how well Bogota will accept assets if you will use that instead of income. However, they would definitely accept a qualified co-sponsor. Any USC or LPR can be a co-sponsor. You can ask your family, friends, whoever you want as long as they have an income above 125% of the poverty level for their household size plus your fiancée.

K-1
NOA1: 04/08/2014; NOA2: 04/21/2014; Visa interview, approved: 07/15/2014; POE: 07/25/2014; Marriage: 09/05/2014

 

AOS

NOA1:  09/12/2014;  Biometrics:  10/06/2014;  EAD/AP Received:  11/26/2014;  Interview Waiver Letter:  01/02/2015;  

RFE:  07/09/2015;  Permanent Residency Granted:  07/27/2015;  Green card Received:  08/22/2015

 

ROC

NOA1:  05/24/2017;  Biometrics:  06/13/2017;  Approved without interview:  09/05/2018;  10 Yr Green card Received:  09/13/2018

 

Naturalization

08/09/2020 -- Filed N-400 online

08/09/2020 -- NOA1 date

08/11/2020 -- NOA1 received in the mail

12/30/2020 -- Received notice online that an interview was scheduled

02/11/2021 -- Interview

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Colombia
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@baron555 well no I am not worried since we have 6 months from the time she receives her visa to actually enter the US. So when you say I should be able to, does that mean that it is possible and common to get the visa on the strength of asset's alone?

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Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Kenya
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@baron555 well no I am not worried since we have 6 months from the time she receives her visa to actually enter the US. So when you say I should be able to, does that mean that it is possible and common to get the visa on the strength of asset's alone?

Email the Embassy. Current income is key.

Phil (Lockport, near Chicago) and Alla (Lobnya, near Moscow)

As of Dec 7, 2009, now Zero miles apart (literally)!

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Brazil
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Assuming your particular country accepts assets, you're looking at $100,000, since it's 5x for fiancé(e)s, not 3x. You need to post on the appropriate regional forum to find out if they accept assets and/or co-sponsors.

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Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Kenya
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Hey there again,

So I am just graduating college and lived in Colombia this last year where I met my fiance and as a result I have no little to no salary history to show the consulate. I do however have more than sufficient enough assets (tens of thousands of dollars) that could be increased substantially with a co-sponsor.

Am I just totally screwed because of this? What do I do?

They want annual income. the cosponsor should have that also....not just assets. Maybe you best bet....for your future family....is to stay here and get your first job and get that annual income started.

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Phil (Lockport, near Chicago) and Alla (Lobnya, near Moscow)

As of Dec 7, 2009, now Zero miles apart (literally)!

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