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[freddypr 0]

can somebody tell me the total cost $ of expenses for k1

[Dan J 277]

can somebody tell me the total cost $ of expenses for k1

Just the K-1? or the entire process to citizenship?

K-1 is $455+$133+Whatever the medical costs in your country

Its likely you will spend money on making copies, translations and mailing as well.

[Otto 83]

can somebody tell me the total cost $ of expenses for k1

If you mean "What is the I-129f Filing Fee?" it is $485US.

But that is not the total cost of obtaining a K1 visa - there are medical fees, photos, shipping, and of course visa fees.

Edited January 28, 2008 by Karin und Otto

[YuAndDan 153]

$455 for I-129F

$131 for DS-156 consulate

$1010 for I-485 in the USA to adjust status.

Vaccinations for AOS $$?

Medical exam for visa $$?

Airfare from foreign country $$?

Fee to Civil Surgeon for vaccination supplement for AOS $$?

Edited January 28, 2008 by YuAndDan

[bora bora 1]

$455 for I-129F

$131 for DS-156 consulate

$1010 for I-485 in the USA to adjust status.

Vaccinations for AOS $$?

Medical exam for visa $$?

Airfare from foreign country $$?

Fee to Civil Surgeon for vaccination supplement for AOS $$?

And this doesn't include transportation to the interview, hotel (if applicable), x-rays, blood tests, etc etc.

However....it's worth every cent!!

(I didn't realize how much the fee has increased for the I-129F since we applied - wow)

[DavidsPrincess 1]

I'm ecstatic that we got ours in in June for the $180. That is such a HUGE fee increase. YIKES!

[David_n_Amber 3]

If you're concerned with how much the visa and all its misc. fees will cost, because its gunna cost a big chunk of money. perhaps its not the best time to start filing it.

[YuAndDan 153]

I'm ecstatic that we got ours in in June for the $180. That is such a HUGE fee increase. YIKES!

We were lucky and got the AOS filed before it went up to $1010.

[BishopMnA 0]

You've received some pretty accurate $ quotes regarding the K1-AOS process. Just looking at those numbers, it doesn't seem like that much! From a forensic viewpoint, that is what it costs to legally get through it all, by sufficing all governmental requirements.

However, in my experience, I'd say that cost was x20, once I threw in all the trips, calls, and etc etc etc! Its amazing how many 'etcs' there are that I never really thought about in advance! <Haha>

Of course, I'm so happy I didn't know in advance...because it really adds up...and would have shocked me! <HAHAHA!>

She's here now though, with me and with Green Card

Peace,

Mark-N-AAm

[Minya's wife 25]

Total cost of expenses for K-1:

I-129F petition - $455

Visa fee at consulate - $131

AOS fee - $1010

___________________________

Having the love of your

life by your side.... PRICELESS

[~Laura and Nick~ 5]

Total cost of expenses for K-1:

I-129F petition - $455

Visa fee at consulate - $131

AOS fee - $1010

___________________________

Having the love of your

life by your side.... PRICELESS

[teachmehistory 0]

Total cost of expenses for K-1:

I-129F petition - $455

Visa fee at consulate - $131

AOS fee - $1010

___________________________

Having the love of your

life by your side.... PRICELESS

Just wanted to add that there is also the cost of ongoing relationship to factor in! for us that was monthly increased cell phone bills, vonage subscription, shipping of gifts and things back and forth and the probably 12K we spent flying and visiting back and forth over the last year while filing. of course not everyone visits monthly like we did, but if you are really budgeting the cost of the process, I would include travel expenses as well. oh and in London the medical was 200GBP which is about $400.00 dollars, and we have a courier fee at the embassy to get your visa sent to you once it is approved which was about $50.00 on top of the $131.00 visa fee. whatever you do.....over budget!!!!

[~Laura and Nick~ 5]

Just wanted to add that there is also the cost of ongoing relationship to factor in! for us that was monthly increased cell phone bills, vonage subscription, shipping of gifts and things back and forth and the probably 12K we spent flying and visiting back and forth over the last year while filing. of course not everyone visits monthly like we did, but if you are really budgeting the cost of the process, I would include travel expenses as well. oh and in London the medical was 200GBP which is about $400.00 dollars, and we have a courier fee at the embassy to get your visa sent to you once it is approved which was about $50.00 on top of the $131.00 visa fee. whatever you do.....over budget!!!!

I agree with this. Looking back on all the travel costs Nick and I have spent to see one another....thousands of dollars.

It's worth every single penny and I'd do it a million times over if I could.

[Tsup2 0]

My advice would be to not waste any money on an attorney. The guides on VJ are very good.

Edited January 28, 2008 by Tsup2

[freddypr 0]

thank you to everyone