My Visa Journey thread

[stringpuller 74]

4 minutes ago, pajobra said:

I really think it depends on the people and I guess the country. I met my husband online 6 years ago we met in person for a few days December 2016. I flew down again January 2017 for a few days and he proposed. He came up to meet my family for 5 days in February and then we filed the papers. We spent very little time together. Although during our wait for NOA2 I did go see him for 11 days. 

Agree and i do not know how strict North Vietnam is these days. 

[pajobra 1,395]

4 minutes ago, stringpuller said:

I cant seem to find what NOA2 stands for? 

Notice of Action 2 which is the approval of the visa case.

[stringpuller 74]

Just now, pajobra said:

Notice of Action 2 which is the approval of the visa case.

Ahh ok. Im reading on another site and they state you must file a G325A form along with the i-129F? Biographic information. 

[pajobra 1,395]

1 minute ago, stringpuller said:

Ahh ok. Im reading on another site and they state you must file a G325A form along with the i-129F? Biographic information. 

That is outdated information. The G325A is no longer needed as it is now included with the I-129F application. They changed that sometime last year after I filed. lol

[Illiria 980]

So you won’t be doing the Dinh Hon and paying the dowry? 

[stringpuller 74]

4 minutes ago, Illiria said:

So you won’t be doing the Dinh Hon and paying the dowry? 

We talked about doing weddings in both countries. One here for obvious reasons and a celebration style wedding in her country. 

Ive met all her family and she has assured me that they are quiet happy with our relationship. ( and i could tell) Her mother has been worrying over her finding a good man and getting married for some time. She jokes about it that she tells them she will never marry. Hahaha

Edited April 8, 2018 by stringpuller

[Springrain22 427]

Don't want to sound sarcastic or rude, but I won't be surprised seeing another thread from you called "Please Help, She Used Me To Get Into The USA" or something like this.

Edited April 8, 2018 by Springrain22

[stringpuller 74]

1 minute ago, Springrain22 said:

Don't want to sound sarcastic or rude, but I won't be surprised seeing another thread from you called "Please Help, She Used Me To Get Into The USA" or something like this.

If you dont want to sound that way why not listen and not say anything? Why not find somthing to help somone with then to try and worry me? And spread doubt? 

[Springrain22 427]

8 minutes ago, stringpuller said:

If you dont want to sound that way why not listen and not say anything? Why not find somthing to help somone with then to try and worry me? And spread doubt? 

You've been given great advices -- spend MORE time with the person you want to marry. It's not about your particular case, it's about the right thing to do. You will be surprised how many people are playing any game just to get into the country. You will be surprised how many times people found out that their loved ones are completely changed once moved in to the US and started to live together. You will be surprised how many threads like that you can find on this forum.

 

Also, telling me not to post my opinion is against Terms of Service. This is a public forum and I do have the right to say whatever I think. Respect that.

[stringpuller 74]

2 hours ago, Roel said:

You'd be surprised how easy is to scam someone and pretend to be someone else over the internet and then in person for just few days. 

 

All this comments aren't meant to be mean or judgemental. People here seen hundreds and more of stories when perfect foreign spouse or fiance arrive in the USA and suddenly have 180 degree change of character. And there is truth in saying that love is blind. 

 

More face time will ALWAYS be the best advice you'll here. Yes, meeting once within 2 years is the requirements but personally I'll never understand people who decide to marry someone only after spending few days together. It's like marrying a stranger. But hey, good luck! Though the fact that you don't want to listen to good advises isn't the best start. 

 

Right now just follow the k1 guide and you should be fine. Don't forget to check back on forums after your wife gets her green card (after AOS ). 

Thanks Roel i certainly will keep that in mind. Using me to get into my country is one thing but taking my things is another. That can be taken care of legally. My radar is on. 

[stringpuller 74]

3 minutes ago, Springrain22 said:

You've been given great advices -- spend MORE time with the person you want to marry. It's not about your particular case, it's about the right thing to do. You will be surprised how many people are playing any game just to get into the country. You will be surprised how many times people found out that their loved ones are completely changed once moved in to the US and started to live together. You will be surprised how many threads like that you can find on this forum.

 

Also, telling me not to post my opinion is against Terms of Service. This is a public forum and I do have the right to say whatever I think. Respect that.

Right you do sir. I think what your refearing to is perhaps the people themselves change and maybe not the beneficiery. I mean it can go both ways. 

You can say what you like but doesnt mean your correct. I didnt come here to be bombarded with fear and doubt. But to those who gave good advice on the process. Thank you

[Diane and Chris 651]

5 hours ago, stringpuller said:

Thank you and yes i know thats the case. Every situation is different im sure and to jump right into that negetivity is not were i wanted to go with this post. 

Its more for me going through the process correctly. 

Then this is the place to come for good advice most of the time. There are some negative people here but most are very helpful and genuinely sincere. Best of luck!  

[Muffinji 43]

1 hour ago, stringpuller said:

 

 

I know of a man who is the father of an ex of mine here who married a philapino woman 25 years younger then him. Hes 60 and she was 36 at the time. He obtained her visa in about 90 days and the married 2 months later. I was at the wedding. He went there one time prior to bringing her home. 

^ Uhm that must have been years ago. The whole process takes at least 10mths now. 

Please be aware it won’t be as ‘quick’ as what your ex’s dad case. Don’t want to get your hopes up for a wedding in the next few month. 

 

uhm, just my opinion, if both of you do have strong feelings and care for each other, the distance apart might be tough, meeting once or twice a year is hard too (I know, I’ve been through it for years) 

but, if your feelings for each other are strong enough the distance isn’t going to stop you even after waiting for a while. 

If anything, you’ll appreciate each other more  

 

Personally, I’m the type that would not rush into things that will affect the rest of my life, because, after you get married you still have the rest of your life to spend time with your spouse. Also, patience is very important in a marriage. ;p 

 

But if you’re absolutely set on applying right now, read up on the guides on K-1 on this forums and be ready to wait at least 10months before you can bring her over. 

So you need to be ready to start some long distance relationship and prepare for time apart regardless. (There are cases that it can take up to a year or more so just make sure you are starting this journey informed about this) 

and also there is a chance it might be rejected/ you’ll fail to get the visa. (Hope not but it is possible and can happen. Just have a backup plan on what is your next step if that happens) -better to be prepared  

 

Some replies might be harsh or negative but I assure you they are actually trying to look out for you in their own way. 

 

Good luck 

 

[BJ & Christine 1,392]

1 hour ago, stringpuller said:

Thanks Bj. If it reaches 10 months then i can visit her again. Maybe sooner we will see how holidays and vacation goes. I only have 4.5 days for the year and dont recieve my next week until my 6 year on job. 

Is there a way to know when nvc has the case. 

You  can track ur case the uscis web page or download there app. 

 

U will receive the noa2 prior to ur nvm letter. That will in form u that ur case is being moved to the appropriate embassy.

[stringpuller 74]

5 minutes ago, Muffinji said:

^ Uhm that must have been years ago. The whole process takes at least 10mths now. 

Please be aware it won’t be as ‘quick’ as what your ex’s dad case. Don’t want to get your hopes up for a wedding in the next few month. 

 

uhm, just my opinion, if both of you do have strong feelings and care for each other, the distance apart might be tough, meeting once or twice a year is hard too (I know, I’ve been through it for years) 

but, if your feelings for each other are strong enough the distance isn’t going to stop you even after waiting for a while. 

If anything, you’ll appreciate each other more  

 

Personally, I’m the type that would not rush into things that will affect the rest of my life, because, after you get married you still have the rest of your life to spend time with your spouse. Also, patience is very important in a marriage. ;p 

 

But if you’re absolutely set on applying right now, read up on the guides on K-1 on this forums and be ready to wait at least 10months before you can bring her over. 

So you need to be ready to start some long distance relationship and prepare for time apart regardless. (There are cases that it can take up to a year or more so just make sure you are starting this journey informed about this) 

and also there is a chance it might be rejected/ you’ll fail to get the visa. (Hope not but it is possible and can happen. Just have a backup plan on what is your next step if that happens) -better to be prepared  

 

Some replies might be harsh or negative but I assure you they are actually trying to look out for you in their own way. 

 

Good luck 

 

Her dads case was 2016.