Sydney Embassy Questions (packet 3, I-134...)

[StephKyle 3]

Hello,

We just received our NOA2, it came after only 24 days! We were expecting a bit of a wait, and are in need of some time to get the I-134 sorted out...Can anyone tell me how much time the Sydney embassy allows after they issue packet 3? Do they specify when the documents must be returned by?

Also, any ideas on how strict they are with the I-134 affidavit of support? I am in the process of finding a new job, but it hasn't all come together yet, and our co-sponsor options don't look promising. Friends and family seem worried about being liable for another person and sharing their private financial information with others...anyone else have this problem? I have assets I can list...Do they take into consideration what kind of profession one has? Any idea if the Syndey embassy takes into account the beneficiary's finacials or allows for self-sponsorship?

Any info regarding the Sydney Embassy would be hugely appreciated!

I-129 sent 12/30/13

NOA1 1/6/14

NOA2 1/30/14

Edited January 31, 2014 by StephKyle

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

~ Moved from K-1 Process to Australia regional - OP wanting answers specific to going through Sydney ~

[darin&josh 18]

I am not sure how much time you get to respond to the Packet 3 request. Hopefully someone else that has already been through the process can give you an answer here.

If you rely on assets alone, the Consulate Officer may look at how accessible those assests are; i.e. is it cash and can it be withdrawn easily? And the CO may look to see if it is to cover a temporary gap in employment or a longer period etc. I have read threads where beneficiaries have used their assets to establish that they aren't a risk of becoming a public charge, but I don't think I've seen any for the Sydney Consulate. A search for 'beneficiary assets i-134' should bring up any that are there.