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Then it would be up to the employer which organization they would use.

And to what extent they take cognizance.

I have noticed that IT for example are more accepting of foreign qualifications.

My husband successfully got a job and used his Master's degree which he obtained at a University in Pakistan. Be sure to have all the transcripts along with the degree certificate and a point of contact that they can call to verify it.

You may also be required to validate it through and accredidation company that will do so for a fee. Some companies require this and some don't. It really depends on the company and thier policies. Also, some that have gotten their degrees accredited have found that a Master's degree from Pakistan is equivalent to a Bachelor's in the U.S.

I hope this information is helpful to you.

Best,

Kim

we r not thinkin to hire lawyer yet.but after sh talk embassy and my passport arive with any document or with out .we r just goin to take lawyer opinion wat thy say about it.

Salam Brother,

This has happened to a few other individuals here on VJ. From what I know, she has got to get a job and prove that she can support you when you arrive. She has to meet the minimum requirement. However, even after that you will face a period of AP, how long is dependant specifically on your case. There are no two ways around these issues. That stands true for the K-1 Visa.

If you do go ahead and get married, you are absolutely right, it can and probably will take 1 - 2 years or perhaps even a little longer to get a Visa if you gauge on how long others Visa's have taken for their husbands.

The real question is what is more feasible for you and your loved one to accomplish? That is a decision that is between you and her that none of us can help you answer.

Best of Luck to you!

BE PATIENT and wait for specific guideance from them. Take it step by step and try to do exactly what they request.

Best of Luck!

Enjoy your time together!

And you guys met online too?

Most of the people here i read met online and they have been issued or getting APs .. I think it totally depends on ones case.. And every case is different,

Yes, we met online first.

The best thing you can do is just assume that you will get AP. The length of time is what cannot be deciphered as you stated, each case is very different. Patience and prayers is about all you can do.

I wish you the best of luck!

Kim

How do you check if they have recieved it? You can and should call them. They can give you the date that they sent it to the Embassy as well as your Case # which is what you will need to track your Visa case from this point forward.

Then, they email you some packet, does that packet need original signatures from the applicant (me) and the beneficiary? They will email you with instructions on what to bring with you as well as information about the medical. There are also some forms online at the Embassy website that you will need to fill out and send back to them. These forms are only for the applicant's signature.

Then we mail something back to the embassy and they send us back an interview date and a date we need to get the medical exam done by? Once they recieve the forms (mentioned in previous question) they will send you a letter with the interview date and time. You will need to print this out and carry it with you to your interview in order to get access to the Embassy.

Also, how do you pay for the fee when you go to the consulate? in PKR? In dollars? If in dollars does anyone know a place in pakistan that gives out dollars? They take both PKR and Dollars, so no worries about exchanging to dollars if you don't have them.

I hope this information is helpful for you. My fiance was going for his interview this time last year, so if you have any specific question please don't hesistate to ask and I will share with you our expereience.

Best of Luck to you!

Welcome! I have been where you are and know just how long the days can seem. Keep your chin up! Good things come to those who wait! Best wishes on your Journey!

Welcome! Congratulations and Best Wishes on your Journey!

hi there!

Just looking at your timeline, I see you came over as a K1, so I'm guessing your I-94 expired a while ago. Have you experienced any issues becuase of that?

I have only just been alerted to the fact it even had an expiry date (which was last week!!) So now I am pushing to get my AOS application in asap.

Thank you for your time!

Suzy

I wouldn't say that we have had any issues. The problem is that you basically can't do anything. You can't drive. You can't work. My poor husband just sits at home and waits for the weekend to spend time with us. This has been difficult as easy as it sounds. He gets to missing home a lot because his mind is not busy. The problem is that my husband had to have a root canal which cost us. I had to then start saving again to get enough to apply for his AOS. Otherwise we would have done it alot sooner. That being said, you should do it as soon as you are able if you want to work and travel.

I just sent mine out last Wednesday. I sent it Priority Mail, certified and return receipt.

Correct. That will come by e-mail.

You will have to schedule a Medical Exam because the Dr. doesn't know anything about you. I recently had my husband's done here in Maryland and the Exam alone was $125. If you have your shot records then all you need to do is schedule the exam and explain to the Dr. what you need (basically their signature on the form). The receptionist doesn't know what she is talking about. I say schedule the exam and work it out with the Dr.

We took 3 copies of the form with us and we did have to wait a week for it to be ready for us to pick it up. We had a copy for us, they had a copy for them and another copy was given to us in a sealed envelop to mail with our AOS packet. This is a common timeframe for Dr.'s. When I go and get my children's physicals for school that is how long it takes them too. So this to me this was not an unreasonable wait time.

Good Luck!

thanx alot.....! kindly explain me about interveiw documents.....?

You will need to take with you a copy of the I-129F packet that you sent in to the USCIS. You will also be required to fill out the Affidavit of Support (Form I-134) and supply financial records to go with it (last 6 months of Paycheck stubs and last 3 years of tax transcripts) from the person who is petitioning for you and if needed a Co-Sponsor. You must meet the poverty guidelines to show that you can support the person who is being requested to come to the USA (http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-864p.pdf)

You will also need to take anything that can prove that you have a real and bonefide relationship with the fiance. This should include pictures, telephone records, emails, proof of gifts for each other; basically anything that you have that can show you communicate with each other on a regular basis and support each other and that others support your relationship as well.

Then you should practice answering questions to ensure that you can articulate yourself well and don't get flustered when a question is asked that you aren't sure about. They can ask any question about your fiance, family, work, friends, etc. Anything to help them come to know that your realationship is real.

I hope that helps!

If I were you, I would go by the date that is on the Letter from the Embassy. That letter you will need to bring with you to get you entry into the Embassy so the date on it is very important.

There is no speeding up things. You just have to let the process happen. You can prepare yourself for the interview now and gather the suggested documents that you will need to take with you. Other than that, you will conitnue to wait. There is no way around it. Sorry! BUT you are half way there! Stay positive!

Mine was never touched.....so no worries about that! You are getting close so try to stay positive!

Wow!! Thanks so much! I totally over looked the fact that I should treat each of them as if they were their own packet. I also didn't realize that I needed to include my divorce decrees again.

I am very happy you have shared this information with me!!!

Ahhh Ok so each application needs to be treated separately even though I am filing them together. Is that right?

Ok, so I think I FINALLY have this packet together and want to make sure before I seal the package and send it in. Here is what I have:

-Table of Contents

-Check Payment of $1070.00

-Form G-1145 enotification of application/petition acceptance

-Form I-485 Petition for Alien Relative

-Copy of Biographical Page of Passport

-Copy of K-1 Visa page with exit and entry stamps of passport

-Copy front and back of I-94

-Copy of Social Security Card

-Copy of NOA2 "Approval" for I-129F

-Copy of Birth Certificate

-Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate

-Form G-325A Biographical Information

-2 Passport sized photos

-Form I-693 (sealed in envelope) Medical Exam for Aliens seeking Adjustment of Status

-From I-864 Affidavit of Support

-Last 6 Paycheck stubs

-Past 4 years of Tax Transcripts

-Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization

-Form I-131 Application for Travel Document

Any thing I am forgetting? Any Advice?!

Thanks for any responses,

Kim

Good Morning All,

I am just about to submit my husband's paperwork for his AOS. However, we just found out that his two oldest sisters are getting married at either the end of this month or the beginning of next month. While we are waiting for his AOS to be processed is there any possible way that he would be able to go and attend that wedding? I thought that once I send in the AOS packet then I could go and apply for AP. Is that correct?

Thanks for any information,

Best,

Kim

Congrats to you both!!

He should go back home and show that he can be trusted with a Visa to the USA and that he will follow directions and do what he is supposed to do. This will give him credibility when he goes to apply for another Visa. Have him go back home and then if he wants to come back he should file for a different type of Visa.

Don't let him stay illegally. My husband, used to be fiance, is here with me and we did get married. However, our marriage didn't give him the right to work and drive and all those things that he needs to do until we apply for our Adjustment of Status. Until he gets his green card he is having to stay at home bored out of his mind. So trust me. Tell him to go home and do things the right way.

Good Luck!

Congrats!!!!

First of all - Congrats!!!!

Second of all - The K-1 Visa shows that it has been issued in a different window than do other Visa types. If I were you I would call back and check again, but this time if they tell you AP remind them that it is a K-1 Visa and could they check the other screen to be sure.

Also, my fiance got his Visa about 2 weeks after they told me that it had been issued. AmercianExpress just called him out of the blue one day to come and pick up a package.

Inshallah a bit more patience and you should have your Visa!

Best of Luck!

Because of recent events, I think this topic of financial support has everyone scared.

When they are talking about family that is the family she will support with her earnings. Obviously she is not married, so with you, her family would equal 2. If she has any children she will have to add those to the 2. Then look at the guidelines and see how much is required. If she has a good job then you should be just fine. If she has no job is where you need to find a cosponsor.

With everyone else's replies and advice I hope you can rest on the facts of the requirement and do just what you said, prepare for your interview. Try to relax!

Best of Luck to you and your fiance.