NOVEMBER 2018 K-1 NOA2 ----> NVC

[DaveAndAnastasia 2,079]

5 minutes ago, Collin & Kaue said:

Hey Guys,

 

after the visa approval do you know if my Fiancé will need to get a social security number before getting married?

 

or can we get married while waiting for the social security number?

 

Thank you,

You can definitely get married without an SSN; two non-Americans with no intention of ever living or working in the US can still get married here.

[Greenbaum 12,258]

10 minutes ago, Collin & Kaue said:

Hey Guys,

 

after the visa approval do you know if my Fiancé will need to get a social security number before getting married?

 

or can we get married while waiting for the social security number?

 

Thank you,

This is what works but you have to have all your "ducks" in a row including the SS document RM10211.530 to use in the event that the SS agent is unfamiliar with the regulations that permit you to have a SSN before your AOS and EAD are adjudicated.

 

As a K-1 Visa Holder you are eligible to receive a SSN upon producing a valid I-94 (unexpired). Do not wait until you only have a few weeks left until your I-94 expires to file for a SSN. Many SSA (Social Security Administration) offices will not allow you to file for a SSN if your I-94 is about to expire (generally 14 days prior to the expiration on your I-94). On the other hand, you should also not file for a SSN too soon either.

 

You should wait 1 week after arriving in the US till you are in the SAVE database that you can go the next business day. If you go too soon your record of arrival will not be in the SAVE-ASVI system yet (what is SAVE), and it will require manual verification from the USCIS. As this will add weeks to the period it takes to process the SSN, it is advisable to attempt to wait the two weeks to be safe. If you have waited the 2 weeks and they tell you they cannot verify your arrival record via the SAVE database, then personally return on another day to have them search again -- thus eliminating the manual verification (you don't want to do the manual verification as it adds so much more time to the process).

 

To apply for a SSN you will need to go to your local SSA office and bring the documents below. These documents are proof of your eligibility to file for a SSN:

 

The SS-5 form  download and complete the application (they have some at the office if you forget).

Your Passport (with the K-1 Visa attached)

Your valid I-94

Another form of valid ID (birth certificate will do nicely)

You should also print and bring the document RM 10211.530 , in the event that the agent is not knowledgeable that K-1/K-2 are eligible to receive a SSN.

https://secure.ssa.gov/poms.nsf/lnx/0110211530

 

Make sure to bring all the documents above because some offices have staff that are not aware that a K-1 Visa Holder is eligible to file for a SSN. A friendly reminder is a nice thing to have -- if not you could be turned away incorrectly

 

Once you have successfully applied for your SSN, the SSN card will come in the mail in about 2 weeks.

 

K2 visa holders must first have a work permit (EAD) to get a social security number.

 

 

After marriage

Carry your marriage certificate to the social security office to get the social security card in the new name. If you applied for a social security number before marriage, you can go back to the social security office after marriage and get your name changed on your social security card.

 

The social security card will be marked “VALID FOR WORK ONLY WITH USCIS AUTHORIZATION”.  That means, you need to get your EAD first before you can actually work.  Hopefully, when you submitted your AOS you included the EAD. If not you will now need to submit the paperwork for an EAD prior to working.

[marnold 24]

Since our case is now in transit and I've booked my medical for later this month, can I now enquire about scheduling the interview for a couple of weeks after the medical?

The US Embassy website for the UK says I shouldn't have even booked my medical until I received P3, but everyone else has done it anyways.

[WFinished 163]

1 hour ago, Greenbaum said:

Now that is two embassy's reporting the approved I-129F is being forward to the beneficiary. Interesting. Thank you.

 

Hey @Greenbaum  apparently Vietnam does it as well. I believe one of the guys said that when his Fiance got it by mail it had a copy of the I-129F with I guess their stamps/markings on it and it was interesting to see how they processed their form.

[Greenbaum 12,258]

1 minute ago, WillieT1986 said:

Hey @Greenbaum  apparently Vietnam does it as well. I believe one of the guys said that when his Fiance got it by mail it had a copy of the I-129F with I guess their stamps/markings on it and it was interesting to see how they processed their form.

Thanks for the up date. Now I know how to answer any questions about that part of the process. This is how we learn, by reading and tracking what is going on with most applicants.

 

Again. Thanks for sharing.

[Greenbaum 12,258]

5 minutes ago, marnold said:

Since our case is now in transit and I've booked my medical for later this month, can I now enquire about scheduling the interview for a couple of weeks after the medical?

The US Embassy website for the UK says I shouldn't have even booked my medical until I received P3, but everyone else has done it anyways.

This is what I know. First of all, if you haven’t already done so, make sure you complete your DS-160 and request your police certificate.  Now that you have your case number, you can call Knightsbridge to schedule your medical exam.  You’ll need to give them your case number when you schedule your appointment.  When your NVC case status changes to “In-transit” you can go to https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-gb/iv to create an account and schedule an interview.  Make sure that you allow at least 5 working days between the date of your medical exam and the date of your interview or risk the results from the exam not arriving in time (it has been reported that Knightsbridge is taking 2-3 weeks to prepare the medical results so buyer beware).  For your interview go here https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-gb/iv/  or call here 442074867822

[marnold 24]

Thanks @Greenbaum. DS-160 complete, ACRO on its way since a few days ago, medical scheduled.

 

This is the next step for me!

[Collin & Kaue 8]

28 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

This is what works but you have to have all your "ducks" in a row including the SS document RM10211.530 to use in the event that the SS agent is unfamiliar with the regulations that permit you to have a SSN before your AOS and EAD are adjudicated.

 

As a K-1 Visa Holder you are eligible to receive a SSN upon producing a valid I-94 (unexpired). Do not wait until you only have a few weeks left until your I-94 expires to file for a SSN. Many SSA (Social Security Administration) offices will not allow you to file for a SSN if your I-94 is about to expire (generally 14 days prior to the expiration on your I-94). On the other hand, you should also not file for a SSN too soon either.

 

You should wait 1 week after arriving in the US till you are in the SAVE database that you can go the next business day. If you go too soon your record of arrival will not be in the SAVE-ASVI system yet (what is SAVE), and it will require manual verification from the USCIS. As this will add weeks to the period it takes to process the SSN, it is advisable to attempt to wait the two weeks to be safe. If you have waited the 2 weeks and they tell you they cannot verify your arrival record via the SAVE database, then personally return on another day to have them search again -- thus eliminating the manual verification (you don't want to do the manual verification as it adds so much more time to the process).

 

To apply for a SSN you will need to go to your local SSA office and bring the documents below. These documents are proof of your eligibility to file for a SSN:

 

The SS-5 form  download and complete the application (they have some at the office if you forget).

Your Passport (with the K-1 Visa attached)

Your valid I-94

Another form of valid ID (birth certificate will do nicely)

You should also print and bring the document RM 10211.530 , in the event that the agent is not knowledgeable that K-1/K-2 are eligible to receive a SSN.

https://secure.ssa.gov/poms.nsf/lnx/0110211530

 

Make sure to bring all the documents above because some offices have staff that are not aware that a K-1 Visa Holder is eligible to file for a SSN. A friendly reminder is a nice thing to have -- if not you could be turned away incorrectly

 

Once you have successfully applied for your SSN, the SSN card will come in the mail in about 2 weeks.

 

K2 visa holders must first have a work permit (EAD) to get a social security number.

 

 

After marriage

Carry your marriage certificate to the social security office to get the social security card in the new name. If you applied for a social security number before marriage, you can go back to the social security office after marriage and get your name changed on your social security card.

 

The social security card will be marked “VALID FOR WORK ONLY WITH USCIS AUTHORIZATION”.  That means, you need to get your EAD first before you can actually work.  Hopefully, when you submitted your AOS you included the EAD. If not you will now need to submit the paperwork for an EAD prior to working.

one sentence stood out  " Carry your marriage certificate to the social security office to get the social security card in the new name. If you applied for a social security number before marriage, you can go back to the social security office after marriage and get your name changed on your social security card"

 

so this means we can get married when my finance arrives while we wait to file for the social security card?

 

reason is we have a date to marry shortly after my fiancé arrives after the interview and to my knowledge you do not need a social security number to get married.

 

is this true? because this post doesn't answer my questions I seen this on the steps on this website but no visibility only imformation

[Greenbaum 12,258]

12 minutes ago, Collin & Kaue said:

one sentence stood out  " Carry your marriage certificate to the social security office to get the social security card in the new name. If you applied for a social security number before marriage, you can go back to the social security office after marriage and get your name changed on your social security card"

 

so this means we can get married when my finance arrives while we wait to file for the social security card?

 

reason is we have a date to marry shortly after my fiancé arrives after the interview and to my knowledge you do not need a social security number to get married.

 

is this true? because this post doesn't answer my questions I seen this on the steps on this website but no visibility only imformation

You don't need a social security card to marry. But you do need a marriage certificate to prove your married and have a "new name".

 

Most will go down to SS office after 2 or 3 days in country. Getting one early allows you to be placed on financial items, such as credit cards, bank or mortgage to name a few. After marriage you return and update to a new your new name.

 

If you get married within days of arriving then go when you have your marriage certificate and complete the process for a SS card. Either way works.

Edited January 9, 2019 by Greenbaum

[WFinished 163]

@Greenbaum I am sure I already know this answer myself but just looking for some possible clarification. I am going to be using my Father as a cosponsor. On the I-134, page 4:

I have submitted a visa petition to US Citizenship and Immigration Services on behalf of the following person. (followed by the name, relation and dob, and date of filing of the beneficiary).
Considering I am the main sponsor and filed for her and he is just a cosponsor and did not file for her. I assume I can just leave this blank correct?

[Cata&Ben 199]

On 1/8/2019 at 10:02 AM, Kyle&Ana said:

Guyssssssssssssss just letting u know i had my interview today!!!! and VISA APPROVED!!! thank you so much to you all for all your prayers and support!!!!!! I love you all!!!! 

congrats!!!!

[JennaV 116]

14 hours ago, seganku said:

 

What ever happened with this?

I see this timeline have Jan 16, 2019 for interview.

[Greenbaum 12,258]

2 hours ago, WillieT1986 said:

@Greenbaum I am sure I already know this answer myself but just looking for some possible clarification. I am going to be using my Father as a cosponsor. On the I-134, page 4:

I have submitted a visa petition to US Citizenship and Immigration Services on behalf of the following person. (followed by the name, relation and dob, and date of filing of the beneficiary).
Considering I am the main sponsor and filed for her and he is just a cosponsor and did not file for her. I assume I can just leave this blank correct?

Yes. Leave it blank. Be sure the co-sponsor submits the same financial information that is required of you. 

[Sk87 87]

Guys I need help, I have endometriosis and the confirmation I have received from the medical guys at london states the below...what exactly does my report from my surgeon need to say as I am currently waiting for surgery which I was planning on having done after the medical and interview?

[Snuffles 394]

10 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

Now that is two embassy's reporting the approved I-129F is being forward to the beneficiary. Interesting. Thank you.

 

Sydney did this, as well. I got a PDF copy of our approved I-129f with my packet 4. I was very surprised as wasn’t expecting it. No idea if this is a new thing... but I confirm Sydney 👍🏻