ir1 visa with joint sponsor(s) same household

[silverevo 0]

I have a few questions. I've searched on vj for a while but never found a same scenario. My wife and I have been married for 2 years. We were married in the Philippines through the local Catholic church. I'm a computer consultant but stopped work at the end of 2012 because we had a son in sept 2012. He was born in the Philippines. I arrived January 2013 and of course who wouldn't want to see their new son. I wanted to come sooner but I had to fulfill my work obligations but I took care of all the hospitals bills,etc and skype her at the hospital . I know some may think thats weird but that was the next best thing i could setup to see him and her. Anyway since I arrived I have not left because those early years are very important to a child. We already went to the US Embassy in Manila and my son is now a USA citizen after the CRBA. He has his USA passport and Cert. We planned on living with my folks for the first year so my wife and son can adjust and then we will get our own place. So basically I've been unemployed while I'm even writing this. (Basically 2013-present) . My parents have a combined income of just about $200k. We hired a lawyer to help us with our papers (I-130) . We filed in December and the petition was approved middle December. I'd have to back to check the date. The visa was converted to IR1 as of January of this year. We were married January 2012. I wrote a letter (lawyer recommended) so the NVC and the CO would understand our why I stayed here for so long and didn't return to the USA. I have work when I return at a very nice company in silicon valley but I also wondered if they would even care if I brought my resume along. Probably not because anyone can make up a bunch of bs. I don't think my references would be too happy getting calls from the USA consulate in Manila either. Our case is currently at the NVC and going to be sent to Manila. After all this my only worry is denial. I want opinions and suggestions from people here. Thank you

Silverevo

Edited April 12, 2014 by silverevo

[NikLR 13,234]

What exactly are you asking?

[silverevo 0]

What exactly are you asking?

The odds of denial. I've never been married and neither has she. The fact that I chose to stay here so long. Opinion of outcome from previous peoples experiences. Thats what I was looking for. Also advice if I missed something.

[NikLR 13,234]

Firstly: so we know where you are in the process. You seem to have gone by rather fast? Did you DCF or file with the Chicago lockbox? Was the case expedited because of location in the Philippines?

Also, as long as you have a qualified joint sponsor, you shouldn't have too much trouble with the interview. You've spent time together as a family which is the best evidence of a genuine (aka bona fide) marriage as one can get. You may have to prove reestablishment of domicile which you can search out on the forums or in your regional forum. The USEM will not be calling anyone so bringing your resume is pointless. They will interview your wife and establish for themselves that they think your marriage is genuine and that you or someone else is financially responsible if she uses means tested benefits. Essentially that is what the interview is for.

Make sure to get the medical done and that your wife has all of her paperwork in order. There is quite a bit for a beneficiary from the Philippines.

[silverevo 0]

Firstly: so we know where you are in the process. You seem to have gone by rather fast? Did you DCF or file with the Chicago lockbox? Was the case expedited because of location in the Philippines?

Also, as long as you have a qualified joint sponsor, you shouldn't have too much trouble with the interview. You've spent time together as a family which is the best evidence of a genuine (aka bona fide) marriage as one can get. You may have to prove reestablishment of domicile which you can search out on the forums or in your regional forum. The USEM will not be calling anyone so bringing your resume is pointless. They will interview your wife and establish for themselves that they think your marriage is genuine and that you or someone else is financially responsible if she uses means tested benefits. Essentially that is what the interview is for.

Make sure to get the medical done and that your wife has all of her paperwork in order. There is quite a bit for a beneficiary from the Philippines.

I think it went a bit quicker because we have a son together and he is already a USA citizen. We share the same household as my parents (investment) for the first year. She and my son need to get used to things in CA vs the PH. She has a 4 year degree in nursing but needs to study more to pass the board exam in CA. She has her TOR and College papers. Just trying to get a feel for what we are looking at going into the interview.

[NikLR 13,234]

It was not expedited because you have a US citizen child.

If you want to know how the interviews go, feel free to read the embassy reviews located on the top of the page.

[silverevo 0]

It was not expedited because you have a US citizen child.

If you want to know how the interviews go, feel free to read the embassy reviews located on the top of the page.

If that was not the reason then I'm not sure. We have a lawyer that took care of our papers. He did say that having a son together him already being a citizen, being married for 2+ years tends to speed things up "sometimes." It could depend on the date of filing. To be honest i don't know. But I was surprised how quickly it moved. I expected September of this year. Anyway that is besides the point. I was just digging for things i could be surprised by with the information I posted. That was it.

[NikLR 13,234]

Doesnt really matter either way. Happy for you not to have to wait.

[pushbrk 13,653]

The odds of denial. I've never been married and neither has she. The fact that I chose to stay here so long. Opinion of outcome from previous peoples experiences. Thats what I was looking for. Also advice if I missed something.

Unless your parents act as qualified joint sponsors, your odds of denial are 100%. Otherwise, forget the odds, you're golden. Study the I-864 instructions carefully. You accurately complete and submit an I-864. Dad does the same and Mom provides the I-864a. Your only other option is to come back and go to work now, then submit only your accurately completed I-864 documenting your current income from your return to work, with a current pay stub.

Promises of having a job upon arrival are meaningless in this process unless it's with a company you are currently employed with abroad, that is transferring you back to the USA.