age at time of filing petition

[perez525 8]

Hey guys, this concern has been worrying me a bit lately. I know that you have to be atleast 18 years of age at the time you file the petition. But do you think they may make it a little harder for you if you're still in your early 20s? Maybe because they think you can be naive? I'm 21 and Ive been at my job for almost 4 years and have a bachelors degree. Do you think that they will not take in consideration that you're completely stable to start a family? Im sure there won't be no problem with our relationship because were not that far apart in age and I'm ready to start home and so is he. Plus I got all of our paperwork and evidence organized in a binder for our interview date in case they start to make it hard for us... I just know that the consulate in Dominican republic can be a pain for any little thing....again just a question...some experience or any kind of feed back will be great.

Thank you guys!

[aaron2020 11,651]

Hey guys, this concern has been worrying me a bit lately. I know that you have to be atleast 18 years of age at the time you file the petition. But do you think they may make it a little harder for you if you're still in your early 20s? Maybe because they think you can be naive? I'm 21 and Ive been at my job for almost 4 years and have a bachelors degree. Do you think that they will not take in consideration that you're completely stable to start a family? Im sure there won't be no problem with our relationship because were not that far apart in age and I'm ready to start home and so is he. Plus I got all of our paperwork and evidence organized in a binder for our interview date in case they start to make it hard for us... I just know that the consulate in Dominican republic can be a pain for any little thing....again just a question...some experience or any kind of feed back will be great.

Thank you guys!

Being 21 is not going to be held against you. You are a legal adult. Under the law, you are entitled to file the petition. So no, you will not be discriminated against based on your age.

[StephanieM 60]

This should not be a problem, especially if he is close to your age.

Don't worry you are not alone! My husband and I are both 22

[Darnell 8,478]

if the I-134 makes sense to the folks at the IV Unit,

and yer relationship evidence satisfies them,

I not smell any problem.

[perez525 8]

Being 21 is not going to be held against you. You are a legal adult. Under the law, you are entitled to file the petition. So no, you will not be discriminated against based on your age.

Thanks Aaron! I guess I'll point that out in case they do start interrogating because of the age!

[MarielManuel 0]

i do not think is a problem at the time i files i was 19 now im 20 and my husband at the time was 21 and now hes 22. so i dont belive you should worry about that especially you guys have around the same age.

[perez525 8]

This should not be a problem, especially if he is close to your age.

Don't worry you are not alone! My husband and I are both 22

that's a relieve!!! I'll be 22 in may And hell be 27but I was so worried!!! Good that I'm not alone. You will

Have to keep me posted after your interview so I can get some tips!

if the I-134 makes sense to the folks at the IV Unit,

and yer relationship evidence satisfies them,

I not smell any problem.

thank you for your feedback Darnell! I agree, hoping it'll be a smooth interview

[perez525 8]

i do not think is a problem at the time i files i was 19 now im 20 and my husband at the time was 21 and now hes 22. so i dont belive you should worry about that especially you guys have around the same age.

I'm sure it's not..its just that in Santo Domingo they like to make it difficult from what I've heard. But from you guys experience this shouldn't be a concern anymore. were in the same situation Mariel! keep me posted with your process that way I can get some tips

[MarielManuel 0]

I'm sure it's not..its just that in Santo Domingo they like to make it difficult from what I've heard. But from you guys experience this shouldn't be a concern anymore. were in the same situation Mariel! keep me posted with your process that way I can get some tips

yes they love making it hard for evrybody, but im hoping that i get enough evidence and show them that our relationship is true so im collecting all the evidences im getting fb screenshots from 2010, getting my two wedding almuns im printing like almost 100 pics, im also bringin my honeymoon album, and phnne bills from my cell and house phone and his. letters, emails from 2008 so and ill see what else i can get lol

[Darnell 8,478]

I'm sure it's not..its just that in Santo Domingo they like to make it difficult from what I've heard. But from you guys experience this shouldn't be a concern anymore. were in the same situation Mariel! keep me posted with your process that way I can get some tips

You must have all (repeat for emphasis ALL) of yer ducks in a row

when he handles the Packet 3 docs

and again

on interview day.

Age won't be an issue if you've covered EVERYTHING ELSE! (Draw a Venn Diagram if that can useful for ya)

[woahnelly 1]

i am 19 turning 20 in june and my fiance is 21, this should make you feel better. after 18 age doesn't matter

Hey guys, this concern has been worrying me a bit lately. I know that you have to be atleast 18 years of age at the time you file the petition. But do you think they may make it a little harder for you if you're still in your early 20s? Maybe because they think you can be naive? I'm 21 and Ive been at my job for almost 4 years and have a bachelors degree. Do you think that they will not take in consideration that you're completely stable to start a family? Im sure there won't be no problem with our relationship because were not that far apart in age and I'm ready to start home and so is he. Plus I got all of our paperwork and evidence organized in a binder for our interview date in case they start to make it hard for us... I just know that the consulate in Dominican republic can be a pain for any little thing....again just a question...some experience or any kind of feed back will be great.

Thank you guys!

[Love2O11 1]

Age is not a problem, I'm 21, and my husband older than me, and everything turn out fine at the interview.

What they look for is for you and your partner to show the relationship is real, since there is a high number of fraud in Dominican Republic.

So just take proof of your relationship, pictures, phone log, ect that will help.

[jaycali 415]

I'd also like to add that it's not the consulate's job to decide whether you might be naive or last the test of time. They cannot deny an application they deem to be legitimate, based on speculation that the marriage might not last.

The consulate's job is to make sure that a real legitimate relationship/marriage exists at the time of the application, and that you are able to sufficiently provide for your spouse.

Age is only a problem when it makes the marriage either illegal (involving minors) or uncommon (large age gap).

Edited April 1, 2012 by jaejayC

[Ban Hammer 13,395]

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[Alex&Manny 16]

A friend of mine filed for her fiancee - She's 18 and he's 19! He arrived to the US last week! I'm 20 and my fiancee is 19 and our counselor told us age had very little to do with anything. Good Luck!