Filled I-130 two months ago.Do we need I-129F?

[jjhanekom 0]

HI,

We are a bit confused. We got married in January and filled the I-130 with G-325 April 16. But only found out now that we could file the I-129F, and my husband could come over as an non immagrent. Would it help to file it now 2 months later? or should we just wait it out?

Thank You

[canadian_wife 1,791]

Just wait it out. It seems the I-129F has little benefit and could slow the progress of your petition down.

Sit tight, this process is about patience.

Good luck!

[YuAndDan 153]

Just wait it out. It seems the I-129F has little benefit and could slow the progress of your petition down.

Sit tight, this process is about patience.

Good luck!

Correct, USCIS as eliminated the reason that the K-3 exits, LONG I-130 processing, USCIS has been tying the I-129F and I-130 together and approves them the same day.

The K-3 is no longer a relevant visa type, it was developed at a time when I-130 for spousal visa was taking a year or longer to process through USCIS, in this case the K-3 allowed entry to the USA to wait for I-130 approval, so that the couple can either adjust status or interview for the spousal visa, since USCIS has begun approving I-129F AND I-130 on the same date, this eliminates the whole reason for K-3 (Entry and waiting for I-130 approval).

K-3:

I-130: $355

I-129F: NONE

Consulate: $131

Adjustment Of Status: $1010 I-485

($1496)

CR-1

I-130: $355

NVC I-864: $70

NVC Visa fee: $400 ($355+$45)

($825)

I see many posts from K-3 holders stating, "Wow this sucks, I am stuck at home because I don't have EAD, DL, etc, or I am having hard time getting added to bank accounts because of NO SSN." K-3 has a 90 day or longer period of limbo while waiting for EAD or Green-card.

K-3 was developed at a time when CR-1 was taking much longer that today, NVC and USCIS has greatly streamlined the CR-1 process to the point where K-3 becomes irrelevant.

[Mononoke28 134]

The I-130 alone will end up in a CR1 visa while if you file it with the I-129F it will end up with in a K3. In years past K3 visas were supposed to be faster than CR1s but that is no longer the case especially if you take the NVC shortcuts for the CR1.

Also, keep in mind that if your husband enters the US with a K3 visa, he will have to file for AOS which is an additional $1,010 and wait about 3-6 months for his work permit and about 6-12 months for his permanent residency. If he enters with a CR1 visa he will automatically get his permanent resident card in the mail as well as his SS number within weeks.

Diana

[YuAndDan 153]

The I-130 alone will end up in a CR1 visa while if you file it with the I-129F it will end up with in a K3. In years past K3 visas were supposed to be faster than CR1s but that is no longer the case especially if you take the NVC shortcuts for the CR1.

Also, keep in mind that if your husband enters the US with a K3 visa, he will have to file for AOS which is an additional $1,010 and wait about 3-6 months for his work permit and about 6-12 months for his permanent residency. If he enters with a CR1 visa he will automatically get his permanent resident card in the mail as well as his SS number within weeks.

Diana

AND also be able to take a JOB, K-3 CANNOT without EAD or Green-card.

[jjhanekom 0]

Just wait it out. It seems the I-129F has little benefit and could slow the progress of your petition down.

Sit tight, this process is about patience.

Good luck!

Correct, USCIS as eliminated the reason that the K-3 exits, LONG I-130 processing, USCIS has been tying the I-129F and I-130 together and approves them the same day.

The K-3 is no longer a relevant visa type, it was developed at a time when I-130 for spousal visa was taking a year or longer to process through USCIS, in this case the K-3 allowed entry to the USA to wait for I-130 approval, so that the couple can either adjust status or interview for the spousal visa, since USCIS has begun approving I-129F AND I-130 on the same date, this eliminates the whole reason for K-3 (Entry and waiting for I-130 approval).

K-3:

I-130: $355

I-129F: NONE

Consulate: $131

Adjustment Of Status: $1010 I-485

($1496)

CR-1

I-130: $355

NVC I-864: $70

NVC Visa fee: $400 ($355+$45)

($825)

I see many posts from K-3 holders stating, "Wow this sucks, I am stuck at home because I don't have EAD, DL, etc, or I am having hard time getting added to bank accounts because of NO SSN." K-3 has a 90 day or longer period of limbo while waiting for EAD or Green-card.

K-3 was developed at a time when CR-1 was taking much longer that today, NVC and USCIS has greatly streamlined the CR-1 process to the point where K-3 becomes irrelevant.

This is the best advice we have gotten sofar. And I see your point with the price difference. So our I-130 will turn into an CR-1 if I understand you correctly. Do you have an idee of how long its going to take? We are so scared of making an mistake. We have a 1yr old son together and we need my husband here with us. Thank you again.

[jjhanekom 0]

The I-130 alone will end up in a CR1 visa while if you file it with the I-129F it will end up with in a K3. In years past K3 visas were supposed to be faster than CR1s but that is no longer the case especially if you take the NVC shortcuts for the CR1.

Also, keep in mind that if your husband enters the US with a K3 visa, he will have to file for AOS which is an additional $1,010 and wait about 3-6 months for his work permit and about 6-12 months for his permanent residency. If he enters with a CR1 visa he will automatically get his permanent resident card in the mail as well as his SS number within weeks.

Diana

AND also be able to take a JOB, K-3 CANNOT without EAD or Green-card.

Hi, please tell us more about the NVC short cuts. We have a beautiful 1yr old son who needs his father and I need my husband.

Thank You

[YuAndDan 153]

The I-130 alone will end up in a CR1 visa while if you file it with the I-129F it will end up with in a K3. In years past K3 visas were supposed to be faster than CR1s but that is no longer the case especially if you take the NVC shortcuts for the CR1.

Also, keep in mind that if your husband enters the US with a K3 visa, he will have to file for AOS which is an additional $1,010 and wait about 3-6 months for his work permit and about 6-12 months for his permanent residency. If he enters with a CR1 visa he will automatically get his permanent resident card in the mail as well as his SS number within weeks.

Diana

AND also be able to take a JOB, K-3 CANNOT without EAD or Green-card.

Hi, please tell us more about the NVC short cuts. We have a beautiful 1yr old son who needs his father and I need my husband.

Thank You

After NOA2 for I-130 the packet goes to NVC.

Short cuts: http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/...s%27s_Shortcuts

Note, NVC has started taking electronic payments, and also electronic filing of documents which can even sped things up at that stage.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/visa_4410.html

And yes, NOT filing an I-129F and simply letting the I-130 process WILL result in an IMMIGRANT CR-1 visa

[raysfan 0]

HI,

We are a bit confused. We got married in January and filled the I-130 with G-325 April 16. But only found out now that we could file the I-129F, and my husband could come over as an non immagrent. Would it help to file it now 2 months later? or should we just wait it out?

Thank You

jjhanekim ! This guys are giving you a great adivice, don't waste you time filling out a I-129f since now this days is a joke! because is not giving you any real benefit. I did and believe me we are going CR-1 and it might take us probably 3 extra weeks but it is worth it!! and always listen for this two guys that gave you the advised since they are experts!!!!!!

Good luck,

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