maki11

Just an FYI...

I just called USCIS and they let me know that Lawrence, MA is currently delayed and processing 11/11/12 cases.

We did not have an interpreter at the embassy's interview. I speak Spanish fluently and all questions from the embassy consultants were asked in Spanish.

I appreciate everyone's feedback!

Thanks.

We were blessed to have our visa approved and scheduled a return flight for this past Saturday after we were told on our interview Wednesday to pick up his passport on Thursday. Unfortunately, Sebastian and about five other K1ers were told that since Washington only allows a certain number of visas to be issued per day, they would all have to return on Monday to pick up the passports.

I had to return to the States for work and need to ask you for your opinion. I wanted to see what your experiences have been like going through the port of entry. I am really skeptical about having Sebastian come out on his own for the following reasons:

a) He doesn't speak English (TSA officials are not necessarily known for their friendly approach to individuals, I don't want him to get turned back to Honduras)

b) He's never flown on a plane

c) Getting lost in the huge airports (nothing like Tegus)

I myself always get pulled to the side, and in fact just had all my carry-ons inspected (didn't even have a suitcase) and the officers were so rude (I know it's their job, but it gets really old).

Would you recommend that I fly back to get him or do you think he'd be okay going through the POE on his own? Any recommendations of things I could make sure of if he does come out on his own?

Thanks,

Maki

Good to know. Thanks!

Thanks that was super helpful!

I am hoping to get some input on the best way to approach the I-134. My 2011 taxes reflect the fact that I did not start working until August of that year since I did a year of volunteer work in Honduras. Based on the income from the W2's, I did not meet the "requirement." However, I do have two employment verification letters, one from 2011-2012 School year and present school year, attesting to my yearly salary (which is more than enough based on the guidelines). My plan is to bring copies of my paystubs that indicate my income in 2012 in addition to the bank statements.

I am trying to avoid any bit of doubt when it comes to the USCIS interview and therefore my parents are willing to be co-sponsors. Since they are married they file their taxes jointly. Is it necessary for both of them to get employment verification letters and bank statements as well? Which one would I write on the actual form?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

In preparation for the interview, I have the following questions:

- I contacted the embassy directly and they notified me that my interview was set for October 24th. Sebastian (my fiance) has yet to receive his interview letter. Is it necessary to have the interview date letter on the day of the interview? Should I contact the embassy directly again?

- In the interview checklist of required documents it states that only part 1 of the DS-230 needs to be completed. I read on someone else's consulate review that they had to sign part 2 at the interview. Should I bring it completed just in case?

As always your feedback is appreciated and always helps to bring peace of mind.

All the best!

I just got off the phone with USCIS. My NOA1 date was Jan 13th. I wanted to put in a service request but the woman told me I would have to call back in three business days as I'm still within the estimated time. It's been 160 days. Talk about a test of patience.

Thank you all. Hopefully things will start to pick up again. I will put in a call tomorrow.

Good evening,

My NOA1 date was 1/13/2012 and I have yet to hear a response from VSC. I know the processing times are slower but I keep reading people writing about putting in a service request. The few times I've called USCIS I must get caught in the numbers menu and am not sure how to actually get a human being on the phone. Do I "report a problem with the case?"

How does one go ahead and put in a service request?

Your help is most appreciated.

I agree. It is rather disheartening that the government doesn't instead focus on making the legal immigration process more attainable. USC that ask for siblings wait an average of 16 years!

I am a January filer at VSC and still waiting. Just have to continue praying. All the best to everyone.

What embassy was this at?

Congratulations!

We are still waiting for our as well. Just keep praying

Love the solutions-based ideas

K1 Visa

I am hoping and praying that I won't jinx Sebastian and I by trying to get everything in order before we receive the NOA2 but nonetheless I need any and all distractions as I try and continue to wait patiently. I have read through some of the reviews and read really helpful information regarding what information to include. I have composed a list of documents tabbed by different sections (thanks to a fellow VJr ), this list is also based off of the Tegucigalpa Embassy website containing the "packet."

Any suggestions on what to add, include, or remove? Your feedback is ever so appreciated. Also, wishing and praying everyone the very best on their journeys.

Section 1: Forms

- 2 Copies: DS-156 (Completed and Signed)

- DS-156K (Not Signed)

- 2 Copies: DS-230, Part 1 (Completed and Signed)

- 2 Visa Photos: Sebastian

Section 2: Official Documents

- Police Certificate

- Birth Certificate: Sebastian - Forma Literal

- Medical Exam Results (Not Opened)

- Birth Certificate: Maki - U.S.

Section 3: Supporting Documents

- I-134 Affidavit of Support (Petitioner)

- Employment Verification Letter

- Copy of tax return 1040/W2

- Pay stubs?

- Letter from bank confirming account

- I-134 Affidavit of Support (Joint Sponsor)

- Copy of tax return 1040/W2

- Copy of passport

Section 4: Evidence of Relationship

- Itineraries

- Boarding passes

- Hotel and restaurant receipts

- Skype receipts

- Documentation of Evidence of Marriage

- Letter from Priest

- Photos

Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. It certainly requires patience and lots of prayers.

Thanks again.

Good Evening:

As the deadline according to VJ approaches to, God Willing, receive a positive response on our NOA2, I have observed that some individuals from January have begun to receive responses. I know it's still early in the game, but I'm wondering if the response time also has to do with the beneficiary's country. How is the order of the review process determined?

Also, at what point should I contact USCIS if I haven't heard anything? Should I go by VJ time or give it the full five months as indicated on the USCIS website?

Your recommendations and input are greatly appreciated.

God bless and good luck!

Perhaps many of you have heard of this radio station, Bienvendios a America, but I just heard it yesterday for the first time and found it interesting and informative. It's certainly geared towards Spanish speakers.

It's a weekly immigration program hosted by Jose Lopez Zamorano and an immigration lawyer, Jay Marks.

The link to the radio station is http://www.bienvenidosradio.com/.

I know that all visa processes are extremely stressful and I appreciate information as well as opportunities to come together as a community. Hope this can serve as an additional resource.

When L had his interview in Brasil, the CO asked (in Portuguese) if L preferred it to be in Portuguese or English, and so L had his interview in English (mostly because I was there and my Portuguese was not at all good).

That said, they may ask him how you communicate, since he doesn't speak English. ^^

Thank you. I am fluent in Spanish so hopefully the communication question won't be an issue. My plan is to bring down some English audio for my trip in February so he can start learning the basics. Thanks and congratulations on everything working out for the two of you!

Thank you all for your insight! It is certainly a sigh of relief.

In anticipation of what is to hopefully come, I was hoping you could share your experience regarding the language the interviews are conducted in for the K1 Fiance Visa at the US Embassy in Honduras. My fiance does not speak English. Will we need a translator? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thank you!