When to complete G-325A?

[JQ85 0]

I am with my fiance in the Philippines right now and we're starting the K-1 process. We were told (right now) - the only thing I need to return to the US with is the I-129F form (filled out by her and I), and the letter of intent to marry.

- When do we complete the G-325A form? Should we do that now as well?

- The I-129F form says "Expires 6/30/16" (even on the official government website). Is this fine to use (as I see no other form)?

- Also, do I need a copy of her (Philippine) birth certificate to send with the I-129F, or just my US certificate?

Thanks, I'm sure more questions to come!

[p-ana 933]

Have you read the guides here? Follow them, it surely has helped a lot of us in our successful cases.

[A'n'L 735]

Yes, each of you need to fill out a G325 to go with the petition. You both need to write letters of intent to marry (see examples on this site). You do not need her BC for the petition. You can use the form from the USCIS website, no issues. Remember that your petition is not complete without evidence of having met in person (passport stamps, boarding passes, pictures). Read the guides here, they'll give you a kick-start.

[JQ85 0]

Yes we are/have been reading the guides but it doesn't state WHEN to do the G-325A form... Do I submit that with the I-129F or does that form come later? How about our other questions? Expiration date etc?

[p-ana 933]

http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1guide

If you read the part "assembling the i129f package" you'll see everything you need to send on your package to uscis.

[Kay&Epi 53]

Do 2 G325a(1 for petitioner and 1 for fiancé)now and send it with the petition. All the information is in the instructions for th I129f petition on the USCIS website.

[KayDeeCee 4,892]

The I-129F form instructions tell you everything that is required. You should always read through form instructions before filling out and submitting them. This will be very helpful for all the forms you will need to fill out throughout the entire immigration process.

As for form expiration, see this post > http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/601263-form-expiration-dates-do-not-matter-pay-attention-to-the-edition-dates/

[soulstriker 274]

review the instructions on the guides and uscis website for k1 visa

[jasper383 23]

Yes we are/have been reading the guides but it doesn't state WHEN to do the G-325A form... Do I submit that with the I-129F or does that form come later? How about our other questions? Expiration date etc?

The guide does state in item #7 and item #9 to complete the 325 for both petitioner and beneficiary.

http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1guide

It's a good time to do this now while your there because you can get beneficiary's original signature.

I wouldn't worry about the expiration date, that is the latest revision of form on USCIS website so I would use that.

Edited September 28, 2016 by jasper383

[JQ85 0]

Thank you for the replies! We did complete the G325A with original signatures (3 copies each!)

[LionessDeon 2,060]

Please follow the K1 guides. There is alot more needed than the I-129f and the G325A

[laurel22 3]

The instructions were confusing for me, and I had this same question. I watched several youtube videos where people walked through their i-129f packets and I felt more confident sending mine off. I included the number of photos they suggested for proof of a relationship, and they asked for additional evidence. Don't overdo it, but send them enough evidence so maybe they won't ask you for more in a few months. I applied in April, and my fiancee just was able to schedule his interview at the consulate for November 14. It's taking a lot longer than the 5 months that I read it would take. Calling USCIS with questions can be hit or miss; so many times the operators told me the USA never sends mail to Mexico, which of course isn't true. Well, good luck and be patient!

[dreamliner1823 0]

For filing fiance petition or the I-129F, I think you use G-325 because G-325A is already for the adjustment of status when she's already here in the US.

Edited September 29, 2016 by phelex1823

[dreamliner1823 0]

Or is there a difference between the two forms?

[p-ana 933]

Or is there a difference between the two forms?

The g325a is needed both for the i129f and aos