Other names used? I-129F

[lileepad 3]

Hi all,

My fiancé (petitioner) is filling out the I-129F and for the part that is about me (Alien Fiance) - it asks for "Other names used".

I have a last name that I previously used which was my birth fathers last name, but since 2005 - I had my last name legally changed to my step fathers last name. For that section of the form, I put my original last name by birth. My question is: Do I need to include my official New Zealand Change of Name Statutory Declaration to show that I had my last name legally changed at 15 years old?

Or do I just need to fill out the other names used section and the legal proof is not required?


Thanks

[Cody and Daisy 373]

Yes, include any legal names you have previously used.

You should not need to include the legal name change documents they just want to match the names used on file.

Edited March 7, 2015 by Cody and Daisy

[KayDeeCee 4,891]

Since you do not have to provide your birth certificate at this point, then you do not have to include the court order, but you can. You can go ahead and include it so it is in your file already when you submit your birth certificate for the K-1 visa interview, or supply the court ordered name change at the time you supply your birth certificate.

From page 6 of the I-129F instructions >

c. If either you or the person for whom you are filing is using a name other than that shown on the relevant documents,
you must submit copies of the legal documents that made the change, such as a marriage certificate, adoption
decree, or court order.

[lileepad 3]

Hi all,

My fiancé (petitioner) is filling out the I-129F and for the part that is about me (Alien Fiance) - it asks for "Other names used".

I have a last name that I previously used which was my birth fathers last name, but since 2005 - I had my last name legally changed to my step fathers last name. For that section of the form, I put my original last name by birth. My question is: Do I need to include my official New Zealand Change of Name Statutory Declaration to show that I had my last name legally changed at 15 years old?

Or do I just need to fill out the other names used section and the legal proof is not required?

Thanks

Since you do not have to provide your birth certificate at this point, then you do not have to include the court order, but you can. You can go ahead and include it so it is in your file already when you submit your birth certificate for the K-1 visa interview, or supply the court ordered name change at the time you supply your birth certificate.

From page 6 of the I-129F instructions >

c. If either you or the person for whom you are filing is using a name other than that shown on the relevant documents,

you must submit copies of the legal documents that made the change, such as a marriage certificate, adoption

decree, or court order.

Perfect, thank you both!

Also, sorry about these questions guys - but when do we submit our I-134, Affidavit of Support? We don't include this on the initial K1 Visa I-129F Package right?

[Soulmate1971 9]

I would include it. It's stated in the form if names changed, to provide documentation. It's better to do it rather than not to avoid issues.

[Soulmate1971 9]

You have to provide it later during interview that way you have your current taxes and financial statements. Plus it gives you time to prepare , build up and get things in order.

[KayDeeCee 4,891]

Perfect, thank you both!

Also, sorry about these questions guys - but when do we submit our I-134, Affidavit of Support? We don't include this on the initial K1 Visa I-129F Package right?

No, the I-134 is not sent with the I-129F petition. That comes later for the K-1 visa interview. Just follow the K-1 guide here on VJ and the I-129F form instructions for what to include with the petition.

[lovemilky 0]

Hi everyone! I need your help specially those who encountered the same. I'm really bothered about the OTHER NAMES USED.

 

I was a TV reporter for a short time, I used to be aired with a shortcut to my name but same surname. Sample: original name is CELESTE JANE SORIANO, but screen name is just JANE SORIANO. Do we have to put it in the i129F and DS160? Thing is we don't have a legal paper to prove that, unless watch the previous episodes. Besides I never used just JANE SORIANO on any of my legal documents.

 

Thanks in advance for any advice.