please answer this questions ?

[omriradif 0]

Hi all

we have received our case number from NVC two weeks ago but we don't know if the packet is in Morocco yet, anywyas

1) what form the cosponsor needs to fill out and what are the required documents needed exactely

2) what form the petitioner (sponsor)needs to fill out knowing that was living and working abroad for couple years and how could file back taxes without w2

3)we have no original copy of I129-F packet to take to the interview, we got it only in usb which means without signature, can we print it and take it to the interview without signature since we are apart now

4) since we have been living together for the last 2 years, what kind of proof of relationship or ongoing bonafide relationship except pictures we need to bring to the interview

thank you so much in advance

[omriradif 0]

are my questions that difficulte ? you can answer only one if you don't know the rest

thank you

[Sarah Elle-Même 660]

Hi all

we have received our case number from NVC two weeks ago but we don't know if the packet is in Morocco yet, anywyas

1) what form the cosponsor needs to fill out and what are the required documents needed exactely

2) what form the petitioner (sponsor)needs to fill out knowing that was living and working abroad for couple years and how could file back taxes without w2

3)we have no original copy of I129-F packet to take to the interview, we got it only in usb which means without signature, can we print it and take it to the interview without signature since we are apart now

4) since we have been living together for the last 2 years, what kind of proof of relationship or ongoing bonafide relationship except pictures we need to bring to the interview

thank you so much in advance

Hi -

1) You should definitely check out the K-1 visa guidelines located here. Scroll down to "What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2)". I believe co-sponsors need to fill out the I-134 for the beneficiary but the petitioner must also fill out their own (even if you are using a co-sponsor). The petitioner and co-sponsor must also submit proof of income/assets along with the I-134 (ie: pay stubs, bank account statements, letter from employer, tax transcripts, etc).

2) I am not exactly sure how to file back taxes but it can be done for free and by yourself. See the IRS help site. The embassy may expect to see tax transcripts even if the petitioner was unemployed or out of the country working. The transcripts are better than the returns themselves because it shows you have actually filed your taxes. These can be ordered from the IRS for a fee.

3) As for the copy of your I-129F package - I don't know if this will really be an issue or not because I only started this process. I personally would err on the side of caution and print out and sign the forms that needed original signature. Petitioner can always mail them to the beneficiary (I recommend Fedex or DHL).

4) Photos are great - so is proof of shared assets (rent in both names, utility bills, bank accounts, etc), passport pages, travel itineraries, affidavits from relatives and friends documenting their knowledge of your relationship, updated letter of intent to marry from both petitioner and beneficiary, etc. If you are now living apart then you should retain copies of phone bills, emails, chat logs, etc. The more the better!

I encourage the others to correct me if anything I said is wrong!

Edited December 3, 2012 by Sarah and Adnan

[omriradif 0]

thank you so much for taking the time to answer my questions

I have heard that the I-134 form is no longer used in the consulate of Casablanca, also I heard that you can not file the back taxes without w2 by yourself knowing that the petitioner was living abroad for the last couple years, if all that is right, does the petitioner and the cosponsor needs to file two seperate I-864 forms, or both I-134 and I-864 would be better ?

thank you

[Sarah Elle-Même 660]

thank you so much for taking the time to answer my questions

I have heard that the I-134 form is no longer used in the consulate of Casablanca, also I heard that you can not file the back taxes without w2 by yourself knowing that the petitioner was living abroad for the last couple years, if all that is right, does the petitioner and the cosponsor needs to file two seperate I-864 forms, or both I-134 and I-864 would be better ?

thank you

As I said I'm no authority on tax preparation. But I filed back taxes for 2011 recently, when I was unemployed and spent over a year out of the country. W-2 is only needed if you were employed by a US employer. All I had in terms of income that year was interest paid to me from my bank savings account (next to nothing). I had my parents' CPA do the 1040EZ for me though but I am sure it's easy enough for someone to do themselves.

I-134 is for K-1. You will need to fill out the I-864 when applying for adjustment of status after you have married in the US. The petitioner must fill out their own form and so must the co-sponsor if you are using one. But if you want to cover your bases then have both form types ready. Not a bad idea considering the reputation Casa has.

[Afrohanfi 15]

thank you so much for taking the time to answer my questions

I have heard that the I-134 form is no longer used in the consulate of Casablanca, also I heard that you can not file the back taxes without w2 by yourself knowing that the petitioner was living abroad for the last couple years, if all that is right, does the petitioner and the cosponsor needs to file two seperate I-864 forms, or both I-134 and I-864 would be better ?

thank you

Casa does not use the I-134 form. My fiance and I learned this the hard way.

[Penguin_ie 5,994]

1. The co-sponsor needs the same docs as the main sponsor. I believe in Casa that is the I-864, tax docs, letter from employer and pay stubs, but members from Morocco will confirm (and some already gave input).

2. I don't know about filing back taxes, but other VJ members have said it is very easy- check the IRS website.

3. Yes that is fine. You most likely won;t need it, it's more as a memory aid for yourself.

4. What do you have? Photos together and with eachothers families are good, as well as co-mingling of resources; ie joint bank account, bill with both your names etc.

[Sarah Elle-Même 660]

Casa does not use the I-134 form. My fiance and I learned this the hard way.

Now I wonder why that is... But no sense in questioning the logic when there is none to be found.

[omriradif 0]

Penguin_ie, Sarah and Adnan, chanafi

thank you guys for your answers, hopefuly other VJ members that went through Casablanca will clarify more

[kristen_maroc 126]

Casa does not use the I-134 form. My fiance and I learned this the hard way.

Not always true. We used it with no problem. I know someone who had the I-864 and was told that they couldn't process unless they had the I-134. Bring both, offer I-134 first, but have the I864 ready just in case.