K1 Application Questions

[Paul and Haidee 11]

I am applying for a K1 visa for my beautiful fiancee to be with me here in the states and we have a few questions about the process.

1) Is it advisable to print the forms on resume paper?

2) Is there a particular order we should put the paperwork in?

3) Should we punch holes in all the papers and send it in a 3 ring binder?

4) Should we print all the papers on one side only (not double sided)?

5) Are the letter of admission and letter of intent the same thing?

6) Do we need a certificate of no marriage?

7) Should we number each page and create a table of contents using those numbers?

8) Should we label all of our pictures with what we were doing at the time?

9) Should we get the I129F and G325A form notarized?

10) We know our relationship is genuine but how do we prove to the consul that it is genuine. What can we include to convince the consul beyond

doubt that we are bona fide.

11) Should we include copies of our ID's?

I know this is a lot of questions and some are probably irrelevant but we are both very anxious about this application and want to do it right.

We thank you for all the help you can provide.

Paul and Haidee.

[Jenifer2010 9]

I am applying for a K1 visa for my beautiful fiancee to be with me here in the states and we have a few questions about the process.

1) Is it advisable to print the forms on resume paper? I dont think it's necessary.

2) Is there a particular order we should put the paperwork in? I put all of my demographic info first, travel stuff, photos, and chat logs. I don't know a particular order is required.

3) Should we punch holes in all the papers and send it in a 3 ring binder? I put mine in plastic sheets in a three ring binder.

4) Should we print all the papers on one side only (not double sided)? I double sided just to save space.

5) Are the letter of admission and letter of intent the same thing? Not sure about "admission" but I put my intent towards the beginning of our packet

6) Do we need a certificate of no marriage? I don't "THINK" you need it until your interview.

7) Should we number each page and create a table of contents using those numbers? I did. It allowed me to easily compulsively check that I had everything.

8) Should we label all of our pictures with what we were doing at the time? I just put the city and month. Lots of detail probably not necessary.

9) Should we get the I129F and G325A form notarized? Its not necessary. Beneficiary will sign documents in front of embassy staff.

10) We know our relationship is genuine but how do we prove to the consul that it is genuine. What can we include to convince the consul beyond

doubt that we are bona fide. Thats variable per the unique embassies; may be worth some more investigating.

11) Should we include copies of our ID's? I sent copies of both of our passports.

I also had no RFE's and we were approved without AP. So, I guess it worked!! You're detailed. You will be fine!!!

I know this is a lot of questions and some are probably irrelevant but we are both very anxious about this application and want to do it right.

We thank you for all the help you can provide.

Paul and Haidee.

[Que Saudade 284]

Yep, I remember how you felt. First of all, relax and do not rush. Take the time to read the guides and links here

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/300-general-k1-guides-and-info/

There is great information all throughout. Take the time to go through everything as it will save you a lot of time later if you make a simple mistake. After you go through that and become more familiar, your questions will hopefully dwindle. Carefully scrutinize answers from people who just "think" versus there are some senior members that have been around awhile and back up their answers with links and facts. I have seen some truly bad information. Remember, ultimately you are the one responsible for the application.

Read read read read read..... the posts here are super helpful and most of the time you will discover some great hints as well as answers to many of your questions.... even some you may not know you have now... GOOD LUCK

John

Edited March 23, 2011 by John & Mari

[Jenifer2010 9]

Yep, I remember how you felt. First of all, relax and do not rush. Take the time to read the guides and links here

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/300-general-k1-guides-and-info/

There is great information all throughout. Take the time to go through everything as it will save you a lot of time later if you make a simple mistake. After you go through that and become more familiar, your questions will hopefully dwindle. Carefully scrutinize answers from people who just "think" versus there are some senior members that have been around awhile and back up their answers with links and facts. I have seen some truly bad information. Remember, ultimately you are the one responsible for the application.

Read read read read read..... the posts here are super helpful and most of the time you will discover some great hints as well as answers to many of your questions.... even some you may not know you have now... GOOD LUCK

John

I intentionally put "THINK" to flag that I wasnt 100%. I also KNOW mine was approved as I stated. I really don't understand why people are so nasty on this site when "people" just try to help others. Have a great night.

[amykathleen2005 441]

Yep, I remember how you felt. First of all, relax and do not rush. Take the time to read the guides and links here

http://www.visajourn...uides-and-info/

There is great information all throughout. Take the time to go through everything as it will save you a lot of time later if you make a simple mistake. After you go through that and become more familiar, your questions will hopefully dwindle. Carefully scrutinize answers from people who just "think" versus there are some senior members that have been around awhile and back up their answers with links and facts. I have seen some truly bad information. Remember, ultimately you are the one responsible for the application.

Read read read read read..... the posts here are super helpful and most of the time you will discover some great hints as well as answers to many of your questions.... even some you may not know you have now... GOOD LUCK

John

Jenifer has been on VJ longer than you so I'm not quite sure what you mean by that comment....you don't necessarily need a link to back something up (although it is helpful) if you can share your own personal experiences. That is the whole point of the site, collaboration of member experiences and learning from one another.

[amykathleen2005 441]

I am applying for a K1 visa for my beautiful fiancee to be with me here in the states and we have a few questions about the process.

1) Is it advisable to print the forms on resume paper?

2) Is there a particular order we should put the paperwork in?

3) Should we punch holes in all the papers and send it in a 3 ring binder?

4) Should we print all the papers on one side only (not double sided)?

5) Are the letter of admission and letter of intent the same thing?

6) Do we need a certificate of no marriage?

7) Should we number each page and create a table of contents using those numbers?

8) Should we label all of our pictures with what we were doing at the time?

9) Should we get the I129F and G325A form notarized?

10) We know our relationship is genuine but how do we prove to the consul that it is genuine. What can we include to convince the consul beyond

doubt that we are bona fide.

11) Should we include copies of our ID's?

I know this is a lot of questions and some are probably irrelevant but we are both very anxious about this application and want to do it right.

We thank you for all the help you can provide.

Paul and Haidee.

1. No not necessary.

2. If you look at the guides you can get an idea of the preferred order

3. Punching holes is fine, but you don't need the binder. They will only throw it away and it will cost more for you to send to begin with.

4. Singled sided

5. ?

6. I believe that you will for Manila (I would check the regional forums for this answer)

7. Numbering might be helpful. A table of contents would be especially good

8. Pictures should at the very least have the names of everyone pictured, the date and where it was taken

9. Regional, I would not be the best person to answer this one

10. Regional

11. Regional

[Que Saudade 284]

I intentionally put "THINK" to flag that I wasnt 100%. I also KNOW mine was approved as I stated. I really don't understand why people are so nasty on this site when "people" just try to help others. Have a great night.

Nothing was directed at you... Sorry it seemed that way, if you look at the times, I basically was writing as you were posting.. I didn't even see your post until afterwards. I was just warning as I have seen some people really put up some bogus information. So, once again, I am truly sorry that it offended you, but I was NOT attacking you at all....

[Jenifer2010 9]

Nothing was directed at you... Sorry it seemed that way, if you look at the times, I basically was writing as you were posting.. I didn't even see your post until afterwards. I was just warning as I have seen some people really put up some bogus information. So, once again, I am truly sorry that it offended you, but I was NOT attacking you at all....

It's all good. Not that deep. Thanks for taking the time to state that though. Have a great week.