NVC Filers - April 2013

[dubaiguy 1]

Love all the shortcuts, faqs, and flowcharts on VJ... but none seem to address those of us filing i864w instead of i864.

Curious if any of you know:

-Do we still pay AOS fee to NVC if we are exempt from 864? How do we handle this and not cause confusion (i.e. delays)?

-Does i-864w tend to take any longer or less than the normal 864 process?

-The 864 is for the petitioner to file. But the 864w is for the beneficiary to file. Do how does this effect the NVC process?

Any feedback much appreciated.

NOA2=19APR2013

[Saylin 1,605]

Hi everyone,

When I'll first enter the US, how long should I plan before taking my connecting flight?

Would 2 hours be enough?

Thanks!

(I posted this on the interview topic but I feel this one is more active

It depends what airport you'll be doing POE at as some airports are busier than others. Also depends what day as I'm sure there's more traffic on some days than others.

I'd say 2 hours minimum, but 3-4 hours might be ideal. It may only take 20 minutes, but I think you'd rather be waiting around for 3 hours for a flight than having to deal with missing a flight. Just my opinion though.

We chose them both as my father in law earns well above the PG but won't live with us and is retired and my mother in law also earns more than the PG and we'll live with her.

Do you reckon we should drop one?

You don't need to live with a joint sponsor. So, if they both earn enough for the household size, then you don't need two joint sponsors, just choose one. They'd fill out an I-864, just like the petitioner.

[Readerchoice 6]

Love all the shortcuts, faqs, and flowcharts on VJ... but none seem to address those of us filing i864w instead of i864.

Curious if any of you know:

-Do we still pay AOS fee to NVC if we are exempt from 864? How do we handle this and not cause confusion (i.e. delays)?

-Does i-864w tend to take any longer or less than the normal 864 process?

-The 864 is for the petitioner to file. But the 864w is for the beneficiary to file. Do how does this effect the NVC process?

Any feedback much appreciated.

NOA2=19APR2013

Love all the shortcuts, faqs, and flowcharts on VJ... but none seem to address those of us filing i864w instead of i864.

Because I-864w is only a few Q/A 1 sheet straight forward for those whom hold an LPR lived in USA for 20+ years or worked and earn 40 work credit with SS department.

-Do we still pay AOS fee to NVC if we are exempt from 864? How do we handle this and not cause confusion (i.e. delays)?

Once you get your Case# and INN you will find that out by log on to the online portal payment if you see the bill PAY IT, if you don't than you're exempt.

The rest of the questions are will be process just like anyone else going through NVC.

Edited April 21, 2013 by Readerchoice

[dubaiguy 1]

Once you get your Case# and INN you will find that out by log on to the online portal payment if you see the bill PAY IT, if you don't than you're exempt.

Thanks for the reply but that doesn't make sense to me. They do not know we are filing for an i864waiver until we send that form in. We can't send that form in until we have a Case # and an INN. So it will definitely produce an online portal payment bill even though we are exempt. I don't mind paying it, I just want to make sure I don't confuse (i.e. DELAY) anything by paying for AOS form and then sending in a AOS waiver after that.

(yes, my wife has over 40 credits and lived in USA almost 30 years since she was a baby)

[Readerchoice 6]

Thanks for the reply but that doesn't make sense to me. They do not know we are filing for an i864waiver until we send that form in. We can't send that form in until we have a Case # and an INN. So it will definitely produce an online portal payment bill even though we are exempt. I don't mind paying it, I just want to make sure I don't confuse (i.e. DELAY) anything by paying for AOS form and then sending in a AOS waiver after that.

(yes, my wife has over 40 credits and lived in USA almost 30 years since she was a baby)

I would say call NVC and see how they deal with this situation.

[Farik 0]

My question is what happens when my PD becomes current, but my case isn't completed by then?

How long does it take to get an interview after visa becomes available because by the time my PD becomes current my case won't be completed?

[NikLR 13,220]

PD?

[Clemjam 8]

You don't need to live with a joint sponsor. So, if they both earn enough for the household size, then you don't need two joint sponsors, just choose one. They'd fill out an I-864, just like the petitioner.

Thanks Saylin!

Here is the dilemma in choosing now: my father in law earns about $85 k in retirement.

My mother in law about $45 k plus assets and is still working, however her previous 2 tax years were at about $35k.

Which would you choose? They are both above PG of $27k and are both willing to co-sponsor.

The issue is which one the NVC would rather go with. A person well above the PG but in retirement and living in a different house or a person a little over the PG and still in employment?

I want to try to avoid checklists so hence all these questions...

[NikLR 13,220]

Both qualify so it doesn't matter. How easy is it document the FIL's income? Is the MIL's income easier to document? They care more about current income than past income. In fact either sponsor only needs to submit the most current tax transcript, all 3 years is not required. It really doesn't matter if the person lives with the couple or not.

I don't know if the consulate or embassy in France is stickier on the subject.

Edited April 21, 2013 by NikiR

[Readerchoice 6]

Both qualify so it doesn't matter. How easy is it document the FIL's income? Is the MIL's income easier to document? They care more about current income than past income. In fact either sponsor only needs to submit the most current tax transcript, all 3 years is not required. It really doesn't matter if the person lives with the couple or not.

I don't know if the consulate or embassy in France is stickier on the subject.

[Clemjam 8]

Hi guys,

We have 3 AOS and 3 IV packages to send (one for each pf my children and one for myself), do I need to print 3 cover letters?

Both qualify so it doesn't matter. How easy is it document the FIL's income? Is the MIL's income easier to document? They care more about current income than past income. In fact either sponsor only needs to submit the most current tax transcript, all 3 years is not required. It really doesn't matter if the person lives with the couple or not.

I don't know if the consulate or embassy in France is stickier on the subject.

Thanks!

We ve already got all the documents for my MIL, including an original employment letter so we ll go with her.

[Clemjam 8]

One more question, sorry!

I am completing our DS230s, do I need to sign for my children's form or do they sign it themselves? They are aged 8 and 10.

[NikLR 13,220]

Hi guys,

We have 3 AOS and 3 IV packages to send (one for each pf my children and one for myself), do I need to print 3 cover letters?

Thanks!

We ve already got all the documents for my MIL, including an original employment letter so we ll go with her.

Yes, you need 1 bar coded cover sheet for each package. **Each should have their own case number and name on it.** (Make sure you match them up correctly)

I did a bit of research and it looks like you can sign for them because they're minors - however if you are unsure call the NVC in the morning and ask them. Then let us know for future reference

[Saylin 1,605]

My question is what happens when my PD becomes current, but my case isn't completed by then?

How long does it take to get an interview after visa becomes available because by the time my PD becomes current my case won't be completed?

Since this forum is for IR-1/CR-1s, you should ask this question here: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/112-bringing-family-members-of-permanent-residents-to-america/

PD?

Priority Date.

Although PD doesn't matter whatsoever for IR-1/CR-1 applicants as there's an unlimited number of visas for this category, there are visa types where there's a limited number per year, thus making priority date important as your PD has to be current for your case to proceed and for a visa to be issued.

Hi guys,

We have 3 AOS and 3 IV packages to send (one for each pf my children and one for myself), do I need to print 3 cover letters?

Thanks!

We ve already got all the documents for my MIL, including an original employment letter so we ll go with her.

Cover letters are optional, but I'd still suggest having one for each case, for each package, to make it clear what the package is and for whom.

If you have all the documents for the MIL, then go with her. If you want, get the documents from the FIL, just in case, and have it on hand for the interview, in case they reject the MIL as a joint sponsor, for whatever reason.

[Apalis 3]

If you did not work in the states and didn't have w2 meaning that mean you didn't filed income taxes for 2012, it also mean your income will stop when or your wife arrived in USA (burden!!!). What did you check on the I-864? employed or self employed. This is crutial part and must be filled out correctly.

No I filed tax for 2012 but the form my employer in Singapore gave me is not W-2, but it's a local tax form. I filed tax for 2012 using that form, 2555 and 1040 and the IRS did not give me problem over it. If the company is not based in the US, there's no way that they can provide you with a W-2. I don't know why the NVC can't at least understand that. Anyway, I have sent them an explanation letter explaining that I do not have W-2 since my employer is not US-based. Hope it will go well.

Edited April 22, 2013 by Apalis