We need to update all the guides and Example forms due to the IMBRA effect. This includes the FAQ's.

Areas of impact off the top of my head (we need to identify all impacted pages so please reply if you know of more):

Example forms for I-129f (K1 and K3):
http://www.visajourney.com/examples/INS-Form-I-129F.pdf
http://www.visajourney.com/examples/k3-I-1...xp-11-30-04.pdf

Guides:
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...om&page=k1guide
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...om&page=k3guide

FAQ:
http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1k2visa-I129f.html
http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1k2visa-application.html
http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k3k4visa-I129f.htm

Add a page in the Guides for IMBRA related FAQ's

More?


We need to make sure that the pages above refer to the correct questions. Example: One the old forms Q17 might not be the same as Q17 on the new (it may now be Q18, etc). Also we need to make sure to point out at least in the K1 Guides what to add to the package if you are affected by the IMBRA questions (have past convictions or dealt with an IMB). We need to add notes in the K3 area explaining IMBRA and the questions and how they do/ do not related to K3's (since they also use the I-129f form. FAQ's need to include all the relavent info and be updated to reflect IMBRA.

I need help with the Acrobat example files. If anyone here that is experienced with Acrobat and has a copy can fill out a new version of the form and remove the instruction pages (to make it easy to read) that would be great. Attach it to your post in this thread for peer review.

If you post corrections to Guides/FAQ's please give a "was" "is" format for your corrections. Example:

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I've made a start on the new I-129F for the K-1 & K-3 example forms. Am a little tied up at the moment but will have it ready in the next 36 hours. I gotta sleep too lol

I may have to email it to you as I dont have any attachment space left in my allocation, to post it. Unless you would like to give me more hahahaha

hi guys, unlike aussie, i am absolutely bored out of my mind so i thought id give it a try. i really want to contribute to this website to help my fellow VJers so here goes... i have two files that im going to post, one of the pdf's is the new k1 form filled out and the other one just a blank one without the instructions page.

[attachmentid=1426] if you need anything changed let me know
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Can you do the K3 version as well? There is an example in the example page. Thanks for the help .

Anyone able to review the file posted already?

okay. gimme a couple of mins ...

here is the form 129-F in relation to K3 Visas. Hope this helps. Your inputs are welcome.

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For the K-3 I-129F, need the checked boxed removed in Q 6 for both sides as it is showing both the married and single boxes as checked instead of just the married.
Otherwise I cant see anything else that needs changing

aussie it wont let me upload any more files. can i email it to you or something?

Im in the same boat

Go to 'my controls' then down on the left you will see 'Manage Your Attachments'. Delete the K-3 I-129F attachment posted earlier and that will then allow you to upload the one with the changes.

As I'm new in the process, I don't have a lot of know-how when it comes to all this stuff, but I'm willing to lend a hand, so let me know.

yay thanks for the help sorry it took me a while to answer but here is the updated k-3 I-129f form.
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If we can get a couple "ok's" on how they look I will upload them and replace the current (old) ones online.

PS. Thanks for the help!

Hi there,
Because I am just experienced with the K3 petition I will just vote for that Great job, looks fine. Nothing I would change. You guys are awesome

Greets Isabel


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Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist
Forms and Documents (follow these assembly instructions. All supporting documents must be in English or be translated as noted here.)
1. Payment as documented here. Use a check so you can track the payment.
2. Cover Letter. Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (K-3 Visa), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.
3. Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiance(e). This form may be used to obtain a K-3/K-4 visa for your alien spouse and her or his child. Fill out the form as directed, except assume that "fiancé" or "fiancé(e)" means "spouse." answer Questions B.17 and B.18 by stating "N/A." Note that filing this form is only necessary to facilitate the entry of your spouse and her or his child as a nonimmigrant.
4. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the US Citizen signed and dated
5. One passport-type photo (see note) of the US Citizen. Write the full name of the US citizen on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <US Citizens Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.
6. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the foreign fiance(e) signed and dated
7. One passport-type photo (see note) of the foreign Spouse. Write the full name of the foreign Spouse on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Foreign Spouses Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.
8. Copy of the Birth certificate for the US Citizen (front and back) or a copy of ALL pages of the US Citizen's passport. This is used to establish citizenship.
9. Copy of the NOA1 from the I-130
10. Optional but recommended: Certified Copy of your marriage certificate.


I would also include the following:

11. any criminal records (regarding to comply with IMBRA)

All good now that we are doing some updating, the guides should now reflect that certified copies of documents are no longer required.
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10. Optional but recommended: Photo Copy of your certified marriage certificate.

11. Any police and court records from prior convictions (in accordance with the IMBRA)
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?autocom=custom&page=k3guide

Anything else that anyone can see??

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?autocom=custom&page=k1guide
K-1
Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist

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13. Any police and court records of prior convictions if applicable (in accordance with the IMBRA)

yup that was missing.

Do we actually have the NVC shortcuts on the FAQ or guidelines? (If not would it be a good idea to add them since they are always requested? )

So far I agree with the updates

Isabel

Thanks for working on the updates. I read the K-1 example and it looked fine. I also agree with the changes for the FAQ sheet that were recomended.

Yes it's good to see people helping. I would but i'm not american i don't want to mispell anything, so i left it to my VJ fellows americans or that has as a primary language english Good work guys!

nessa, go for it!
If there are any spelling or grammer errors, we'll help pick them out. You've spent a lot of time studing the topic and you spend a lot of time at VJ--I'll bet you have lots of good things to add!
Plus, your English is great!

The updated I-129F (K-3) sample looks fine to me.

Thank you. I wish, tho. I'm a newbie here actually, when it comes to the actual process I know nothing yet, we have just begun. We have just sent the package, and that was even before we started readin the threads here and getting advice.
I want after all our process is done to help people more, or after we have been through more of it, the paperwork I mean. For now I really don't qualify for the job, plus I couldn't possibly know how to make changes on Acrobat

thanks guys, anything that i can do to help. after all that you have done for me... oh btw... i got the trial version of adobe acrobat professional on their website and it expires in about 28 days. so anything that involves edits on the pdfs let me know asap. i had to play around with it a little bit but got the hang of it. believe me it was alot of trial and error. hahahha... i should have my boss buy us the software so we can use it at work. it's pretty neat... once you get the hang of it.

now if i could only type up a fillable RFE form... hahahaha KIDDING.

hugs to everyone

edited due to spelling errors, my hands were working faster than my brain... as usual...

The Guides and Example forms have been updated with the new info and files. Please take a look to let me know if you find errors. I have also added a note to the FAQ outline for the K1/K2 Visa process (http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1k2visa-outline.html) on filing limitations. If anyone see's any other pages on the site that need updating please let me know!