I am new to this forum and looking for some help regarding DCF in Johannesburg. I am a US Citizen living and working in SA since August of 2006. My husband and I were married here in SA at the end of March 07 and are now getting ready to file for his green card. Under the advice of my immigration attorney in the states, we are going to file the I-130 petition DCF (hopefully). As I am living and working here, the residency should not be in question.
I am looking for anyone willing to share their personal experiences filing the I-130 DCF in Johannesburg, most importantly the time lines they experienced. I have scoured the postings on this site and haven't found too many others with my circumstances. Of course, I am hoping someone will tell me their experience was smooth and (relatively) quick. I want to go home...
Also, regarding the DCF I-130 application, must I include a cover letter explaining our situation and asking them to process our petition? Or is that a given?
Lastly, I am in the process of applying for a new passport with my new married name. Any advice on whether I should file the petition with the new or old passport??
Thank you for your help!
~Karen
7/28/2005 - met Darren in Mexico
8/29/2006 - moved to SA to be with Darren
2/14/2007 - enganged
3/29/2007 - married