I-129F questions

[Kajir 0]

Hi all,

My fiance and I are in the early stages of putting together the paperwork, and we came across a couple of things we're looking for some clarification on. If anyone could shed a little light or alleviate our concerns it would be much appreciated.

1. I have two middle names. As such, the 'middle name' field on the G-325A PDF file does not have enough space to contain it. It is, in fact, short by exactly one character. Given the importance of accuracy for this information, I'm concerned this may cause problems when the form is sent away. Is there a workaround for this type of situation? I don't want have to physically write the last letter if I can avoid it, since in my experience, such modifications tend to set off alarm bells to officials processing such forms.

2. The G-325A PDF also does not allow typing 'None' (like the examples show) in such fields as File Number and U.S. Social Security #. Is it acceptable to leave these fields completely blank?

3. Regarding the letter of intent; although just about every source says notarizing this document is optional, we'd much prefer to play it safe and get it done if we can. Problem is, I am returning to Canada tomorrow and it will be another few weeks or so before she will be able to submit the initial application (we're waiting on some vacation photos to come in the mail). Does the letter have to be dated within a specific time window of the initial application submission, or would it be possible to have the letter written, dated, printed and notarized say today, and included with the application 3-4 weeks later?

Thanks in advance for any assistance and clarification!

[Edit: Meant G-325A for the first two questions, not I129F, sorry]

Edited June 15, 2012 by Kajir

[Penny Lane 8,159]

There are no issues with writing on the forms. I have two middle names as well, and one of them is fairly long, so I needed to NEATLY print my name in the space. I had no issues at all.

It's not advised to leave ANYTHING blank, no. Again, you can handwrite this part.

There is absolutely no need for it to be notarized. You're causing extra stress and time on yourself when it's not necessary. Simply write the letter the way the examples show. If you're really intent on having it notarized for some reason, I'd have the date be as close to your submission date as possible. I don't believe there is a specific timeframe.

[Kajir 0]

There are no issues with writing on the forms. I have two middle names as well, and one of them is fairly long, so I needed to NEATLY print my name in the space. I had no issues at all.

It's not advised to leave ANYTHING blank, no. Again, you can handwrite this part.

There is absolutely no need for it to be notarized. You're causing extra stress and time on yourself when it's not necessary. Simply write the letter the way the examples show. If you're really intent on having it notarized for some reason, I'd have the date be as close to your submission date as possible. I don't believe there is a specific timeframe.

Thanks for the prompt response!

So if it's fine to have both handwritten and printed portions of the same form, then we should be okay as far as that goes.

The notarization was more of a precaution than anything else; if it's really not needed, then we'll likely just not worry about it.

Thanks again!

[Penny Lane 8,159]

Thanks for the prompt response!

So if it's fine to have both handwritten and printed portions of the same form, then we should be okay as far as that goes.

The notarization was more of a precaution than anything else; if it's really not needed, then we'll likely just not worry about it.

Thanks again!

It is absolutely fine. And no, notarization isn't necessary at all. I didn't have a single document notarized during the whole process.

[MissAAA 9]

It is absolutely fine. And no, notarization isn't necessary at all. I didn't have a single document notarized during the whole process.

no need to notarize the forms. Just go over all ur answers and include as many proof of meeting and ongoing relationship that you can put in a box :-)

Then the wait begins...

Goodluck!

[Penny Lane 8,159]

no need to notarize the forms. Just go over all ur answers and include as many proof of meeting and ongoing relationship that you can put in a box :-)

Then the wait begins...

Goodluck!

Proof of ongoing relationship is not needed until the interview stage.

[tweety&irv 5]

if you want you could also add an additional page including the # and question and then write out your name no biggy and there is no need to notarize your documents that is not a requirement