Certified Copy- Is notary copy OK?

[michael_d 0]

I dont want to screw this up so Im asking lots of questions before filing.

Do I need a state certified copy (birth/passport etc) or is a notary in California OK for Manila embassy?

Thanks.....

[YuAndDan 153]

You have no time line. Are you talking about what to send to USCIS with your K-1 I-129F petition?

Per USCIS

USCIS no longer routinely requires submission of original documents or "certified copies." Instead, ordinary legible photocopies of such documents (including naturalization certificates and alien registration cards) will be acceptable for initial filing and approval of petitions and applications.

At the discretion of the officer, original documents may still be required in individual cases. Please be advised that USCIS no longer returns original documents submitted with the exception of Certificates of Naturalization, Forms I-551, Permanent Resident Card, Forms I-94, Arrival/Departure Document, valid passports, or those specifically requested by the officer. Such documents will be returned when they are no longer needed.

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD

[michael_d 0]

You have no time line. Are you talking about what to send to USCIS with your K-1 I-129F petition?

Per USCIS

USCIS no longer routinely requires submission of original documents or "certified copies." Instead, ordinary legible photocopies of such documents (including naturalization certificates and alien registration cards) will be acceptable for initial filing and approval of petitions and applications.

At the discretion of the officer, original documents may still be required in individual cases. Please be advised that USCIS no longer returns original documents submitted with the exception of Certificates of Naturalization, Forms I-551, Permanent Resident Card, Forms I-94, Arrival/Departure Document, valid passports, or those specifically requested by the officer. Such documents will be returned when they are no longer needed.

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD

Hi

In the fist line I stated I had NOT filed yet. I am asking what type of certified documents they need in manilla?

Do the birth/passport etc docs need to be state certified or is a notary copy OK?

[David-and-Mae 15]

You have no time line. Are you talking about what to send to USCIS with your K-1 I-129F petition?

Per USCIS

USCIS no longer routinely requires submission of original documents or "certified copies." Instead, ordinary legible photocopies of such documents (including naturalization certificates and alien registration cards) will be acceptable for initial filing and approval of petitions and applications.

At the discretion of the officer, original documents may still be required in individual cases. Please be advised that USCIS no longer returns original documents submitted with the exception of Certificates of Naturalization, Forms I-551, Permanent Resident Card, Forms I-94, Arrival/Departure Document, valid passports, or those specifically requested by the officer. Such documents will be returned when they are no longer needed.

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD

Hi

In the fist line I stated I had NOT filed yet. I am asking what type of certified documents they need in manilla?

Do the birth/passport etc docs need to be state certified or is a notary copy OK?

Notarized Affidavit of Support for the interview...

Certified Copy or Original Copy of Divorce Decree/Death Certificate if previously marriage

You might want to include your birth certificate (in case they'll ask for it)

Original Copies of W2, paystub, latest ITR (for at least recent 3-5 years), bank letter, etc...

I think all your questions will be answered if you will refer on the GUIDES... it's very informative.