Liz09

Hi Jojo (or anyone else that knows the answer),

I forgot to ask you if you think my cousin should write a letter once she gets her NOA2 to let the NVC know she is putting this part on hold, or simply do nothing until ready? She has interviewed for different companies and hopefully will be employed soon, but if not she will need to hold off on the NVC. Btw, what date does the one year start at...from the date on the NOA2 or from the date NVC generates a number?

Thank you,

Liz

That's great! I thought I read this elsewhere (it being a year) but wanted to be certain before passing on the information. Thanks a bunch, Jojo!

Thanks again JoJo. Do you know how long an application can be paused after an NOA2 without losing paid fees and the paperwork that went into getting to this point?

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Thank you for your reply JoJo. I was afraid this would be a problem for her. I wasn't 100% sure either way because I've read here before that depending on the circumstance(s) (hers...studying to make a better future) past work history might be overlooked, especially since current employment weighs the most. Her degree program was very demanding and grades do have an impact on the jobs you can get later on, so she wanted to concentrate on this. It's very sad that she finds herself jobless for so long after graduating, but it seems like one prospect is promising and will result in employment soon. I don't think that a job within the field someone studied (especially in this economy)would be seen as just getting work to fulfill the I-864 because, after all, petitioners need to eat and pay their bills regardless of petitioning for a spouse...but then again you never know how those viewing the application will consider such a case if a lower position is reported.

One more thing...how long can my cousin put on hold the NVC process in order to show enough work history? It seems like it's a better option then going through this stage and being denied or later at the CO (and not to mention, starting fresh with the paperwork and repaying fees), or not?

For example:

If she lands a job this week and her NOA2 comes in November or December (which will be 3 or 4 months respectively from when she received her NOA1...so could be slightly longer), this will give her at least a month, couple or more to demonstrate as proof. So will it be more likely that she still will be asked for a cosponsor or denied if this turns out to be the case?

I have a relative that is sponsoring her husband and is currently unemployed. She was a full time graduate student before getting her degree this past spring, and unfortunately has been unable to find work in her field. Now she's looking into any job that can at least meet the minimum income requirement, regardless if this means taking a job that pays way below what she intended after completing her studies. My question is...if she has only been working a few weeks when she gets her NOA2 will this be cause for a denial at the NVC or CO level? Btw, there's no way she can get a co-sponsor. I am doing the process myself so can't help her, though would if possible.

I filed in June and there was a touch in mid July and early August...though NOA2 still pending. I know that touches can mean something or nothing at all, but was wondering if this has happened to any of you that have your case at CSC (?).

Thank you Navy K for double-checking, and pushbrk for the stamp details.

-Liz

Thank you very much Josie-Be-Happy and LBeachey...much appreciated!

-Liz

Now after seeing centuryMN's question, I am wondering (since I didn't specify this in my cover letter)if being married for more than two years after applying makes it clear that the path intended is the IR-1 visa? Moreover, I presume this is something handled at the consulate stage where the applicable (IR-1) paperwork/stamp will be provided, or am I mistaken?

Thank you,

Liz

You'll find the information Inky gave you on: http://travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/ineligibilities/ineligibilities_1364.html

-Liz

Your fiancee can get a titer done to check which vaccines are still in his system, hence avoiding to have these done again unnecessarily. He should ask his doctor for such a test and later provide him with a copy to take to the interview.

A titer can be done. I know it can be done for India. Check your country to see if they accept titers.

Thank you very much for this information!

-Liz

Are titer tests used to determine if immunity is present in the body before giving a possibly unnecessary vaccine(s)? Better yet, can a person have a titer done by their private doctor for the list of diseases concerned and present the lab results at the time of the medical?

Thank you,

Liz

Thank you pushbrk...I appreciate your detailed clarification.

-Liz

Thank you catracha85 and Anh map. I gather from your responses that all the paperwork and proof submitted throughout the process gets electronically stored and doesn't just sit in a box here in the U.S., but can actually be retrieved by consulates abroad. Nonetheless, I made two copies of everything submitted with the I-130; therefore, my husband will definitely be in possession of one of them come time for his interview.

Thanks again,

Liz

Are documents/pics/etc. submitted with the I-130 scanned? In other words, where are they stored (i.e. a storage area, electronically, or both)? Will copies be available online for when the case is ready for interview consulate reps can access? I included a good mix of items to prove an ongoing relationship, so was wondering.

Thank you,

Liz

Thanks Darnell, jkelly07, nickky, Ryan H for taking the time to reply.

-Darnell, yes I am only sending copies of docs...though of course original signed forms.

-Nickky, the instructions do indicate to send a birth certificate or copy of passport pages in order to establish the petitioner's citizenship, or proof of PR status if applicable. I am a USC.

-Ryan H, I thought my income at this stage would not be a problem...thanks a bunch for reassuring me that this won't be a problem later either.

Hello all,

I hope to send my I-130 package on Monday, but have a few questions.

-From the guide page I see that personal checks are now accepted (hence not a MO)...I just want to confirm if this is still current info before making out a regular check from my checking account.

-I have the following in my package (am I missing anything?):

Cover Letter (listing/explaining contents)...

• I-130

• Marriage Certificate (Petitioner and Beneficiary)

• G-325A; birth certificate; passport style photo (Petitioner)

• G-325A; birth certificate; passport style photo (Beneficiary)

• G-1145

• Proof of an ongoing relationship (a few pics; tel and e-mail records; a joint credit card statement; flight/trip docs; mailed post cards)

-I am currently not earning above the poverty level (working part time as just finished a degree program); however, will either be working full time soon or have a willing joint sponsor. I presume that this is irrelevant at this stage, yet can this create problems at the next stage? To clarify, I mean that although I'll be able to meet above the poverty level by the next phase of the process will having applied in the beginning not meeting this requirement be a problem?

~Note that this is for the IR1 Visa...my husband and I have been married for over two years

I thank you in advance for your help,

Liz