August 2018 I-129F Filers

[Faisal1 235]

8 hours ago, carmzzzt said:

The agent who handled our package requested us to submit 2 copies of letter of intent, one from my fiancé and one from me. I even had mine mailed all the way to the US from the Philippines. I think this is still a RapidVisa error. You may wanna have your own checklist of the requirements moving forward than trusting it all to RV. It appears their services depend on the agent assigned.

You know i put date of 26/07/2017 instead of 2018 on intent to marry letter.    I send after another one with new date. Lets see 

[shiestand 47]

We are approved!! I'm stil in shock. 😍😍😍

 

NOA1- August 13

NOA2 - January 9

 

I recieved a text/email that they have taken action on our case. I visited the new site right away-it says approved! I checked the old site, it hasn't changed yet. Still waiting on the letter, we have informed delivery, so another celebration when that comes. 

 

Our application: completed 100% ourselves with lots of advice from VJ,  1 divorce (finance), lots of in person visits so I did not include ANY WhatsApp messages, skype/phone records, facebook/social media, etc. I did have lots of proof of our visits. 

 

I am going to update my timeline! Hopefully everyone will be ahead of schedule! 

[Kojo&Jamiah 18]

8 hours ago, Shiran said:

It is fine that you did this way, but I can tell for sure you do not need to sent original life signed copy. My fiancee typed it out, printed it, signed it, scanned it and sent me an image which I printed here and included into package. I know others have done the same. I believe the only True signature they expect is petitioner's signature at the end of 129F form, anything else can be copies. They do typically want 2 letters of intents though, one from each of you, separately signed. SOME but not all people got away with sending just one signed by both. I don't know if it depends on the wording or what, seems like sending 2 is safest bet. 

 

With regards to Kojo's RFE I see these main possibilities:

• Kojo forgot to include into their package to RapidVisa, but they seem convinced this was not the case, so I think this is unlikely.
• RapidVisa forgot to include it into their package to USCIS Lockbox
• USCIS Lockbox misplaced it when they opened it. Somewhat unlikely in my opinion
• USCIS adjudicating officer didn't like wording on it, or didn't notice the form, or it was too poor quality of a scan 

Chances are we will never know for sure what happened, as it is unlikely RapidVisa will confirm or deny if they included letter of intent into package. Ultimately, very easy fix, and hopefully only small delay. Good as  they are actively looking at the case!

 

there were 2...one from me...one from him...not just one...btw...only one from him was asked in RFE...so i am assumming they got mine...and his gotten misplaced some how or looked over...

[Kojo&Jamiah 18]

9 hours ago, Shiran said:

How did you find out what RFE was for so quickly? Also you should update your timeline with the RFE date. I do not think this will be 3 months delay btw. They do not sent RFEs more than once, it means basically this is the only thing they need to approve you. 

i was happily informed by @manofdahour that i can call uscis and ask to speak to a tier 2 rep...and ask them to read my rfe to me...it wasnt easy...1st time i called it wasn't yet in system...next 2 times got turned away...reps said they couldnt read because it was a legal letter and i had to wait for mail...3rd time (i called end of day) and it was in system and it was read to me...i never ever take no for an answer when taking to reps/agents of any company...never...i always would call back after a no to get another agent/rep opinion about 2 to 3 times and 8 times out of 10 i always get a different answer lol...thats just me...but iv never on here heard about call uscis for a tier 2 rep concerning rfe...but glad i now know...maybe this could help others out...

[Kojo&Jamiah 18]

9 hours ago, Shiran said:

It is fine that you did this way, but I can tell for sure you do not need to sent original life signed copy. My fiancee typed it out, printed it, signed it, scanned it and sent me an image which I printed here and included into package. I know others have done the same. I believe the only True signature they expect is petitioner's signature at the end of 129F form, anything else can be copies. They do typically want 2 letters of intents though, one from each of you, separately signed. SOME but not all people got away with sending just one signed by both. I don't know if it depends on the wording or what, seems like sending 2 is safest bet. 

 

With regards to Kojo's RFE I see these main possibilities:

• Kojo forgot to include into their package to RapidVisa, but they seem convinced this was not the case, so I think this is unlikely.
• RapidVisa forgot to include it into their package to USCIS Lockbox
• USCIS Lockbox misplaced it when they opened it. Somewhat unlikely in my opinion
• USCIS adjudicating officer didn't like wording on it, or didn't notice the form, or it was too poor quality of a scan 

Chances are we will never know for sure what happened, as it is unlikely RapidVisa will confirm or deny if they included letter of intent into package. Ultimately, very easy fix, and hopefully only small delay. Good as  they are actively looking at the case!

 

i just called uscis...the signiture has to be original!...i rather do original and be safe than sorry...

[Greenbaum 12,258]

3 hours ago, Faisal1 said:

You know i put date of 26/07/2017 instead of 2018 on intent to marry letter.    I send after another one with new date. Lets see 

I suspect that USCIS wouldn't catch that error. I believe you will be ok. Sending an update letter is OK too.

4 hours ago, Godisgr8 said:

How do I sign up for informed delivery? 

There is a service provided by the USPS (US Postal Service) whereby each morning USPS will scan your incoming mail (just the address side of the envelope) and email you an update. It's very convenient these days to have advance notice that an important piece of mail is being delivered.

 

The service is available to most communities but some are still being rolling out so not all areas are available. Check the website with your zip code to verify your location is available for the service. A person in the USA can sign up for this free service here: https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action

 

You can also use the USPS Mobile app available in the Google play store.

Edited January 10, 2019 by Greenbaum

[Greenbaum 12,258]

11 hours ago, carmzzzt said:

The agent who handled our package requested us to submit 2 copies of letter of intent, one from my fiancé and one from me. I even had mine mailed all the way to the US from the Philippines. I think this is still a RapidVisa error. You may wanna have your own checklist of the requirements moving forward than trusting it all to RV. It appears their services depend on the agent assigned.

Your learning fast about RV. Unfortunately many use their services and they are the ones that pop up the most with errors expressed here on VJ. I don't know if you knew this or not but the letter of intent could have been emailed and printed and sent into USCIS. They do not require a "wet" signature.

 

I like the checklist idea. Good way to double check your work and the work of others.

[Kojo&Jamiah 18]

3 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Your learning fast about RV. Unfortunately many use their services and they are the ones that pop up the most with errors expressed here on VJ. I don't know if you knew this or not but the letter of intent could have been emailed and printed and sent into USCIS. They do not require a "wet" signature.

 

I like the checklist idea. Good way to double check your work and the work of others.

how sure are you about not needing a "wet" signiture...i called and they said they want original on letter...i will call again tho...and do you or do you not have packet 3 for ghana @Greenbaum?...if you don't  want to assist because of yesterday that is fine. 

i assumed you did because you replied about the you having packet 3s and i was the one needed it.

[Faisal1 235]

39 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

I suspect that USCIS wouldn't catch that error. I believe you will be ok. Sending an update letter is OK too.

There is a service provided by the USPS (US Postal Service) whereby each morning USPS will scan your incoming mail (just the address side of the envelope) and email you an update. It's very convenient these days to have advance notice that an important piece of mail is being delivered.

 

The service is available to most communities but some are still being rolling out so not all areas are available. Check the website with your zip code to verify your location is available for the service. A person in the USA can sign up for this free service here: https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action

 

You can also use the USPS Mobile app available in the Google play store.

Yes i wanted to be on safe side. Thats why i send my additional letter to uscis after a month

[Faisal1 235]

46 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

I suspect that USCIS wouldn't catch that error. I believe you will be ok. Sending an update letter is OK too.

There is a service provided by the USPS (US Postal Service) whereby each morning USPS will scan your incoming mail (just the address side of the envelope) and email you an update. It's very convenient these days to have advance notice that an important piece of mail is being delivered.

 

The service is available to most communities but some are still being rolling out so not all areas are available. Check the website with your zip code to verify your location is available for the service. A person in the USA can sign up for this free service here: https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action

 

You can also use the USPS Mobile app available in the Google play store.

They would catch or they wouldnt catch?  But if they catch that i will possibly get RFE?

Edited January 10, 2019 by Faisal1

[Greenbaum 12,258]

Just now, Faisal1 said:

But if they catch that i will possibly get RFE?

Yes.

[Faisal1 235]

33 minutes ago, Kojo & Jamiah said:

how sure are you about not needing a "wet" signiture...i called and they said they want original on letter...i will call again tho...and do you or do you not have packet 3 for ghana @Greenbaum?...if you don't  want to assist because of yesterday that is fine. 

i assumed you did because you replied about the you having packet 3s and i was the one needed it.

I didnt send wet signature letter i just send thro email and my fiancee printed and send it 

[Faisal1 235]

1 minute ago, Greenbaum said:

Yes.

But i send a additional letter intake of september .  They got that i am wondering if they add it or not 

 

4 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Yes.

 

[Godisgr8 24]

52 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

I suspect that USCIS wouldn't catch that error. I believe you will be ok. Sending an update letter is OK too.

There is a service provided by the USPS (US Postal Service) whereby each morning USPS will scan your incoming mail (just the address side of the envelope) and email you an update. It's very convenient these days to have advance notice that an important piece of mail is being delivered.

 

The service is available to most communities but some are still being rolling out so not all areas are available. Check the website with your zip code to verify your location is available for the service. A person in the USA can sign up for this free service here: https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action

 

You can also use the USPS Mobile app available in the Google play store.

Thank you so much!! I downloaded the app 😀 I can't believe I lived in this country for so long and I never knew about this.

[Sonia&Rob 11]

APPROVED TODAY! 🤩🎉

 

NOA1: August 1

NOA2: January 10

 

Only the old site has been updated, new site hasn't changed yet. Hope the best for all of you!!