2nd intent to marry letter

[Pleasehurryup 1]

Hi all , can someone point me in the right direction in regards to the continued intent to marry letter? We have got our NOA2 and are preparing the next stage and need to write the continued intent to marry. All I can see is that it needs to be similar to the original letter. Are there any examples or can it literally be the same but with different dates and worded slightly differently?

Thanks all

[clairegie 265]

I just basically brought a freshly signed letter of intent with a new date but the contents are still the same. Your intentions didn't change anyway, still gonna marry in 90 days upon arrival to USA

Edited September 6, 2014 by iammrsregi

[jaygee011 6]

I could be wrong but I'm sure I've read on cases before that if you need a second intent to marry letter it needs to be notarised.

[clairegie 265]

Basing from what I've read for London, its not necessary unless specifically required to do so. But if it will make you feel more prepared, then you are free to have them notarized. I heard it costs quite a bit to have them notarized though so its up to you.

Edited September 6, 2014 by iammrsregi

[Pitaya 2,576]

I could be wrong but I'm sure I've read on cases before that if you need a second intent to marry letter it needs to be notarised.

I, and likely many others, would like to see your references specifically mentioning the requirement for notarization of any, or either letters of intent.

From personal experience, we DID NOT notarize EITHER letter of intent, and had NO issues as a consequence. As a matter of fact, the signature attestations required on the various applications and petitions, and the associated US Federal penalties for perjury are much stronger than a mere signature notarization. It may a requirement of a specific interviewing embassy/consulate, but I am unaware of any general requirement.

BTW, we basically used the 1st letter verbiage and added terms like, "ongoing support," and "continuing support" of the K1 visa process for the 2nd letter of intent.

Good luck on your immigration journey.

[KayDeeCee 4,892]

As far as I know, new letters of intent are not even needed for London. The instructions for London tell the applicant that if they are past the expiration date of the I-129F approval, then they need a new letter of intent that is notarized to re-validate the petition. Moving this to the UK forum to get the best, most accurate answers for London.

~ Moved from K-1 Process to UK regional - topic is specific to London ~

[Nich-Nick 3,353]

I, and likely many others, would like to see your references specifically mentioning the requirement for notarization of any, or either letters of intent.

Here is your reference for a notarized letter of intent from the petitioner if the petition has expired. London's letter of instruction (aka packet 3). It clearly says notarized.

2013 version http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=6424623

2012 version http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=5180175

Someone with a newer version did say theirs said a new letter was required if the petition was expired, BUT the notarized part was no longer there.

Anecdotal evidence of those with expired petitions and new letters said it wasn't asked for at their interview. But if the letter of instruction says to bring one, I would do so. It can be exactly like the petition letter with a newer date. Most people have an interview before their petition expires so don't face that issue.

[jaygee011 6]

Here is your reference for a notarized letter of intent from the petitioner if the petition has expired. London's letter of instruction (aka packet 3). It clearly says notarized.

2013 version http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=6424623

2012 version http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=5180175

Someone with a newer version did say theirs said a new letter was required if the petition was expired, BUT the notarized part was no longer there.

Anecdotal evidence of those with expired petitions and new letters said it wasn't asked for at their interview. But if the letter of instruction says to bring one, I would do so. It can be exactly like the petition letter with a newer date. Most people have an interview before their petition expires so don't face that issue.

Thanks I was just about to look it up you saved me a job

[Nich-Nick 3,353]

Found the post that said the letter is worded differently now. It did not have a photo of the letter but the text typed out.

June 2014, posted by landr

The K1/3/4 petition is valid for four months from the priority date (listed at the bottom of this letter). If your interview will occur after your priority date, your fiance(e) must submit a statement of intent to marry within 90 days of your arrival in the U.S., in order to revalidate the petition. Photocopies will not be accepted. Please submit on the day of your interview.

[Pitaya 2,576]

Here is your reference for a notarized letter of intent from the petitioner if the petition has expired. London's letter of instruction (aka packet 3). It clearly says notarized.

2013 version http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=6424623

2012 version http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=5180175

Someone with a newer version did say theirs said a new letter was required if the petition was expired, BUT the notarized part was no longer there.

Anecdotal evidence of those with expired petitions and new letters said it wasn't asked for at their interview. But if the letter of instruction says to bring one, I would do so. It can be exactly like the petition letter with a newer date. Most people have an interview before their petition expires so don't face that issue.

I never have been a real fan of taking portions of comments out of context, let me continue with the entire text of my comment (#5):

I, and likely many others, would like to see your references specifically mentioning the requirement for notarization of any, or either letters of intent.

From personal experience, we DID NOT notarize EITHER letter of intent, and had NO issues as a consequence. As a matter of fact, the signature attestations required on the various applications and petitions, and the associated US Federal penalties for perjury are much stronger than a mere signature notarization. It may a requirement of a specific interviewing embassy/consulate, but I am unaware of any general requirement.

BTW, we basically used the 1st letter verbiage and added terms like, "ongoing support," and "continuing support" of the K1 visa process for the 2nd letter of intent.

Good luck on your immigration journey.

(emphasis added) Additionally, my entire comment was made prior to the moving of the thread to the UK Regional Forum. BTW, I choose to refrain from editing your response and taking portions out of context.

Thank you for your response.

[Nich-Nick 3,353]

Sorry to have offended you. I thought you wanted to see a reference and I happened to have two bookmarked. I like to see references from the source, too. And my style of response it to quote the part I am replying to and leave off whatever I don't know about. My sincerest apologies.