Starting Application Process

[Jill&Kev 0]

Hi! Me and my fiance are starting the process for k1 and I had some questions for you guys, mainly just advice if you have been in my particular or similar situation.

We are hiring a lawyer to help us with the paperwork since it will be easier for us being separated.

My issue is that while on a f1 student visa I worked unlawfully completely by accident so the government has that on file I assume, my f1 was cancelled and since then had my application for renewal denied.

My b1 tourist was also cancelled.

We saw a waiver I-601 but it seems like it may not apply to my situation.

Again I am just looking for any advice from similar situations and outcomes from filing such paperwork.

[JohnR! 5,495]

IMHO the first thing you need do is find out if you need a waiver. You must have been given a reason for the denial of your F-1 renewal and/or for the cancellation of your B-1.

If any of these were cancelled on the grounds of your unlawful employment you may have become ineligible for a K-1 visa in which case you will need a waiver. Check out more info on the waiver here -----> http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=bb515f56ff55d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1RCRD&vgnextchannel=db029c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD

My initial suggestion is that you find out why your visas were denied and that should have been communicated to you in writing by the US Consulate at the time of the refusal.

[Jill&Kev 0]

IMHO the first thing you need do is find out if you need a waiver. You must have been given a reason for the denial of your F-1 renewal and/or for the cancellation of your B-1.

If any of these were cancelled on the grounds of your unlawful employment you may have become ineligible for a K-1 visa in which case you will need a waiver. Check out more info on the waiver here -----> http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=bb515f56ff55d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1RCRD&vgnextchannel=db029c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD

My initial suggestion is that you find out why your visas were denied and that should have been communicated to you in writing by the US Consulate at the time of the refusal.

I believe the consulate stated under act 214(b). This is a standard issue denial. They give it each time they deny a visa. However, the reason they deny is never specified.

I am probably going to need one, just wondering about similar situations with anyone.

Lots to talk about with the attorney!

[jens_prodigy 13]

Hi! Me and my fiance are starting the process for k1 and I had some questions for you guys, mainly just advice if you have been in my particular or similar situation.

We are hiring a lawyer to help us with the paperwork since it will be easier for us being separated.

My issue is that while on a f1 student visa I worked unlawfully completely by accident so the government has that on file I assume, my f1 was cancelled and since then had my application for renewal denied.

My b1 tourist was also cancelled.

We saw a waiver I-601 but it seems like it may not apply to my situation.

Again I am just looking for any advice from similar situations and outcomes from filing such paperwork.

I'm curious to know if you got any assistance from your attorney about your waiver etc? I was told I needed a waiver as well but I'm a bit confused as to whether or not I'll need a waiver in addition to the K-1 Visa my fiancee and I are applying for. Have you gotten any clarity on this?