required list of documents, I-130

[waynesworld 0]

Last month I got married in China, my wife and I have a Chinese marriage certificate. I want to be sure I have all the right documents for my wife and step-daughter. Here is the list I have for both:

1. G-1145

2. I-130

3. G-325

4. Two money orders: $420.00 each

5. Birth certificates: wife and step-daughter(original documents)

6. Marriage certificate/license(original)

7. Passports (for wife and stepdaughter)

If I'm missing anything please let me know! Thank-you. ??

[IcezMan_IcezLady 582]

Bona Fide relationship evidence?

Communication?

[waynesworld 0]

Yes, we have corresponded via email for over a year before I made my trip to China last month. Should I include our correspondence? It would seem to me that our marriage certificate would qualify our relationship status?

[annoj 13]

U need a G-325A form not a G-325 form,they are different

[Natalie~n~Richard 12]

Why two money orders? It's only one fee.

[waynesworld 0]

Thanks Annoj, I'll use G-325a. Is there a major difference between G-325 and G-325a?

[waynesworld 0]

Hi Natalie n Richard,

Based on other posts I've read, each I-130 application has a separate filing fee of $420.00. Are you sure I can file two I-140 applications for $420.00? Thanks, Wayne

Hi Natalie n Richard,

Based on other posts I've read, each I-130 application has a separate filing fee of $420.00. Are you sure I can file two I-140 applications for $420.00? Thanks, Wayne

[annoj 13]

If u read the i-130 instructions, it's explicitly stated that it's g-325a,i almost made that mistake,but at the last minute I realised..plus u need two different filing fees because u are filing two different petitions for two people

[waynesworld 0]

Thank you for your help Annoj. I really appreciate it?? I have two money orders for $420.00 each and don't want to risk a huge delay ??

[waynesworld 0]

Hi Annoj,

I have one more question if you don't mind. Who signs document G-325a, myself or my wife? I'm assuming it would be my wife who signs it, but the directions are not clear. ?Thanks Wayne

[newacct 688]

For petitioning your spouse, you need two G-325As -- one about you, and one about your spouse. You also need two pictures -- one of you, one of your spouse. You also need a proof of your citizenship or permanent residency. This is all covered in the I-130 instructions.

[waynesworld 0]

Thank you for your advice newacct?

Thank you for your advice newacct?

[Darnell 8,478]

reminder - for 5 and 6 on yer list, PHOTOCOPIES are ok. Do not send the original white books. Not only is it overkill, but it's a hassle to get more if you ever lose these. Plus you gotta submit it again during NVC Doc Intake (scans are ok if utilizing Electronic Processing, so that's a plus)

I do suggest you reconsider to send bonafide marriage evidence - if you not have anything on financial co-mingling, then send photo collections and some chats and emails.

also - do you have a prior divorce? if yes, include a photocopy of the complete divorce decree, a photocopy of a certified copy showing the seal/stamp/chop is sufficient.

Edited August 11, 2015 by Darnell

[waynesworld 0]

Thank-you for your advice Darnell??I greatly appreciate it! Wayne

[waynesworld 0]

Hi Darnell,

To get married in China, I had to file a marriageability affidavit with the US consulate, because I am divorced. So is a divorce decree really necessary because I am already 're-married? Thanks, Wayne