what is the strongest evidence of bona fide relationship do you think?

[galatakulesi2003 1]

to me a baby is the top of the list

[benjamin10 0]

yep baby that's all me and my husband had to submit was our son's birth certificate

[galatakulesi2003 1]

are you serious i shouldnt bother with the other paperwork then lol

Edited June 7, 2011 by ladydaisy2003

[msdelila 1]

I'm actually sending my ROC packet tomorrow, I think I got everything they need. I am however, 8.5 months pregnant w/twins. I mentioned that in my cover letter, and I also submitted 1 picture of our maternity photos. So I'm hoping they won't have any issues. I wish I would have been able to put our babies name on the form, but they aren't here yet....oh well.

[galatakulesi2003 1]

Congrats!!! I was 5 months pregnant at my GC interview in 2009..now we have a 18 months old handsome..time flies! and yes babies help did you also put the ultrasound pictures?

[msdelila 1]

I just printed out 1 copy of our ultrasound picture, but it only has my name written on the page. I figured they'll see a pic of my big belly. I think I put a total of 10 pictures total...from various years/events. Mostly I put evidence such as Condo purchase, Car lease, insurance stuff, bills, etc. Hopefully it'll go well.

But, I'm pretty much done with being pregnant. 8.5 months with twins is REALLY hard! I've been measuring full-term since I was like 26-28w.....but I'll suffer through anything, just to keep the babies inside as long as possible. I don't want them to be premature.

[TBoneTX 43,046]

Things like joint tax returns, both names on a lease for a house... that's strongest. Whatever shows a comingling of financial and personal lives.

We were able to enclose the "birth facts" sheet (from the hospital) for newborn Mini-Bone, plus a photo of him and the bleary-but-happy Papa & Mama T-B. after surviving the very first night in the hospital. Fortunately, I had put the rest of the ROC package together in advance, or we NEVER would have gotten it off. Things have gotten a bit less hectic now that Mini-B. is 4.5 months old -- those first 3 months were an experience, si man.

Speaking of babies, when you order the birth certificate, get at least 4 official copies -- you'll need them (they make great gifts for the grandmas, in addition to formal use).

I don't know why the birth certificate was $23 per copy when our marriage certificate was only $7 -- go figure, si man.

[msdelila 1]

Things like joint tax returns, both names on a lease for a house... that's strongest. Whatever shows a comingling of financial and personal lives.

We were able to enclose the "birth facts" sheet (from the hospital) for newborn Mini-Bone, plus a photo of him and the bleary-but-happy Papa & Mama T-B. after surviving the very first night in the hospital. Fortunately, I had put the rest of the ROC package together in advance, or we NEVER would have gotten it off. Things have gotten a bit less hectic now that Mini-B. is 4.5 months old -- those first 3 months were an experience, si man.

Speaking of babies, when you order the birth certificate, get at least 4 official copies -- you'll need them (they make great gifts for the grandmas, in addition to formal use).

I don't know why the birth certificate was $23 per copy when our marriage certificate was only $7 -- go figure, si man.

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LOL- 'mini-bone'

[Brother Hesekiel 2,235]

Having a baby can mean one of three things:

1) Forgot to use birth control

2) Ignorant of overpopulation and the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000

3) Aware of the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000 but wealthy enough to make one anyway.

None of these is really evidence of a bona fide relationship. Giving one of the kidneys to the spouse would qualify though . . .

[katiemanny 64]

1. Joint Tax return transcript

2. Joint lease signed by both party

3. Children born to the marriage

4. Life insurance policy

5. Joint health insurance

6. Driver's License showing common residence

Edited June 7, 2011 by katiemanny

[galatakulesi2003 1]

I just printed out 1 copy of our ultrasound picture, but it only has my name written on the page. I figured they'll see a pic of my big belly. I think I put a total of 10 pictures total...from various years/events. Mostly I put evidence such as Condo purchase, Car lease, insurance stuff, bills, etc. Hopefully it'll go well.

But, I'm pretty much done with being pregnant. 8.5 months with twins is REALLY hard! I've been measuring full-term since I was like 26-28w.....but I'll suffer through anything, just to keep the babies inside as long as possible. I don't want them to be premature.

even one baby was very hard for me.. good luck! hope they will come in time

[galatakulesi2003 1]

Having a baby can mean one of three things:

1) Forgot to use birth control

2) Ignorant of overpopulation and the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000

3) Aware of the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000 but wealthy enough to make one anyway.

None of these is really evidence of a bona fide relationship. Giving one of the kidneys to the spouse would qualify though . . .

having a baby is the most amazing feeling in life.. i don't care the rest lol

1. Joint Tax return transcript

2. Joint lease signed by both party

3. Children born to the marriage

4. Life insurance policy

5. Joint health insurance

6. Driver's License showing common residence

Great list!

[san diego 407]

Having a baby can mean one of three things:

1) Forgot to use birth control

2) Ignorant of overpopulation and the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000

3) Aware of the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000 but wealthy enough to make one anyway.

None of these is really evidence of a bona fide relationship. Giving one of the kidneys to the spouse would qualify though . . .

LOL :thumbs:

Don't mean to be rude.. I have a daughter myself... I just think this is a funny comment..

Edited June 7, 2011 by san diego

[bobby231 3]

Having a baby can mean one of three things:

1) Forgot to use birth control

2) Ignorant of overpopulation and the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000

3) Aware of the fact that raising a child costs about $250,000 but wealthy enough to make one anyway.

None of these is really evidence of a bona fide relationship. Giving one of the kidneys to the spouse would qualify though . . .

LoL.., i think having a baby is a wonderful thing but i also think you sir, sounded pretty funny when u listed it that way..

[mari&Ryan 93]

IMO the strongest evidence you can provide to USCIS to prove a bona fide marriage is to show them that a couple is commingled financially. There are many couples that can’t have children or they have chosen not to have children for personal and different reasons, but they still have a legitimate married, sometimes even happier that those who have children together. That’s why for USCIS purpose to show financial ties are on the top, because into a real marriage must exist a financial commitment, though to have children cannot to be forced.