Winning23
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Once u your fiancee has an interview date scheduled. Go to your temp agency or whomever is paying you to draft a letter of employment stating your income, start date and your title. This document is required anyway as part as this application.. Shouldn't be a problem if temp or full time. As long you are lawfully employed and provide letter of employment, you should be fine.
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got mine today. I had to call and confirm... Be patient, I was on hold for seven minutes. Gentleman was very polite, and told me congrats the NVC has issued the case number. Few days later, on it's way to consulate.
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Approved!
YEAH!
Such a long wait, but sooooo worth it. Am so happy right now.
Took 132 days from NOA1, no RFE's thanks to the great guide on this forum, so thanks everyone
NICE .. congrats
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No it was really quite simple. In the I-129F I sent a copy of the divorce decree. The RFE requested the divorce decree (without any clarification about what was wrong with the one I already sent them). Idiots! So, I sent them all the court documents, certified, not just the divorce decree, this time. These morons really piss me off... if they have any question about whether a divorce decree is valid, all they have to do is call the court house in Cambridge and ask for clarification... I called them and talked to them in person too, and they are responsive and helpful. They answer the phone in under 4 rings, really easy to do.
No, there are no criminal records. Both me and the fiancee lead really boring lives... my fiancee has always lived at the same address since birth, and only had the same job. And, I've been at the same job and place for 11 years. Nothing exciting to say about either of us that gov't would care about, other than my previous divorce from a K1 beneficiary.
Possibly the fact your divorce was with a 'K1' beneficiary, would raise concern, and thus, require further followup. Never know, some cases take longer than others. I am sure w/ the correct paper work u provided, it should be a matter of time.. Good luck
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If you completed and sent the form with the I-129F that allows USCIS to notify you by TEXT and E-MAIL, do they also notify you of the NOA2 by TEXT MESSAGE? After that? Further notifications by text message??
I sent my initial app for I-129F in on July 23, 2011.
I received the best text message on the 27th! saying they had received my application.
I am not real high tech oriented, so...lying in my honey's arms in Bogota, being awaken by such a text message was quite a nice surprise.
So... I'm wondering, if they are also going to text a notification in regards to the NOA2, which quite frankly, I'm expecting any day now... more likely, in about 9-11 days.
I'm asking because from all I've read here in the past month, and from talking to a rep or 2 at the USCIS, even they admitted that the website, www.uscis.gov, notifications are not always, if ever, up-to-date.
Once NOA2 approved, you will receive another txt from USCIS. then, few days later,
actual paper copy of the I-797 will arrive to petitioner address.
Good luck
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Sorry I'm sure this has been asked before, but I'm having trouble searching for the answer. My NOA1 was received by VSC on April 12. I got an RFE after 5 months, and it has been 6 weeks since they received my response to it. Still no NOA2. I'm very unhappy about this.
How do I ask this to be sped up, or do I have to wait for 60 days for RFE response to be processed?
What was the nature of RFE?
Must be something USCIS has to investigate quite throughly if taking long. Just call them and ask for an update.
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You fill it out exactly as the example form states. N/A K-1 PETITION.
Myself and many others have filled it out exactly as the example form states and have had no issue what so ever.
Again, that's your right to put there, no problem.
I have been told by countless immigration officials at 'some' embassies, that leaving a box unchecked and simply putting Not Applicable K1 petition, would warrant further questioning. this is unlikely at most embassies, but, other some have different protocols.
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If you can speak and read English well, and can follow basic directions on Forms -- DO NOT GET A LAWYER
The forum is immensely helpful with tips, insights, and all the information I would ever need.
Secondly, Lawyers can not guarantee anything in terms of how fast, accurately and promise you a K1 visa. That's a fact.
Only your due diligence and your willing to do it correctly will ensure a fast and prompt K1 approval.
Good luck
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You are not reading the Question Correctly.
For Quetsion 11.
I , refers, to the PETITIONER (US Citizen) who SHOULD INTENT to make specific contributions to the Support of the person named in Q3 THE BENEFICIARY.
If you answer NO, Immigration officials at the consulate will look at this and start asking questions, and ask WHO will support the BENEFICIARY..
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On the form itself, there is space for P.O. Box so I would advise sticking to an actual address. Why complicate things..
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Since these will be presented at the interview, advisable, to take one set of copies, and bring originals as well.
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If i the petitioner were to work a function selling food from a tent and my Fiancee wanted to help me serve say hotdogs prior to EAD is this allowed if i do not pay her? Shes gonna be sitting there watching me otherwise and doesnt want to stay at home alone!
Are you claiming income from selling hot-dogs from that event.? If so, There is no harm in her volunteering to help you or sitting there in the tent. Long is she's not paid, not sure if there are any ramifications. not a lawyer, but just my guess.
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Hi
I filed a K-1 application two years ago.
My fiance had her interview in Moscow. The Embassy kept her
passport while waiting for a tax transcipt from me. While waiting
my fiance had to go to Germany for her job. She explained this to
the Embassy and they returned her passport. The Embassy then sent
our entire K-1 visa package back to the U.S.
Fast forward two years and I have filed the same paperwork for
the same woman. Only this time it is taking longer than before.
After five months of waiting you can request an update on your
status. I did that and was told that they are doing some additional
investigation and if I don't hear anything in six months, call again.
Does anyone have any advice?
Thank, Ed
Ed,
Seems to be from the 1st time you didn't provide tax documentation and that will surely delay the process. I would recommend making sure you provide all the correct documents in a timely fashion, certified mail, and tracking numbers and check w/ the Embassy in abroad.
Are you currently waiting for NOA1 or NOA2 or Embassy Packet to your fiancee? Not very clear from your post.
Good lusk
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Hi,
I have the same issue. My fiance lives in Afghanistan and I just started filling out the petition for him. The address where he lives they dont receive any mails to their homes becuase the address for most of the areas are not like the USA. There the houses are not numbered and no zip code ofcourse again MOST OF THE PLACES NOT ALL. I dont see any area on the forms to allow me add his dad or his work address for receiving mail( no alternative options for mailing). What to do? I can send him the important paperwork for his interview when that time comes via FedEx, but I am worried about the interview letter that the embassy will send him. Pleae guide me what should I do? Anyone who have filed for their fiance to Afghanistan what have you guys done? I am so lost. I called the immigration services and they werent helpful. They didnt give me a solid and reasonable answer. Please help me.
It's gonna cost you a fortune shipping docs to Afghanistan, but, it's only the best service available.
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All the best.. and hopefully we can get this resolved soon.
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We are still in AP at the Islamabad Embassy. We were recently investigated for fraud, and thereafter no decision was made. The person handling the fraud was not a very honest or polite person, so I do not know whether to believe his claims on fraud--especially because there was no evidence, and beside the fact that there isn't any! Anyways, the embassy still has my husbands passport and he still has his ticket to pick up his visa. I am preparing to hire help through my university, and pro-bono or low cost lawyers. I want to make sure I am prepared to defend us in the case that the embassy does not issue his visa. I do call the DOS once a week to check the status of our case and it is always in AP. Is there anything else I should do in the mean time? I am missing my husband a lot, as I am sure many of you are. I plan on going to visit him in December for a couple weeks just so I can gain some sanity. This whole process has been so stressful it has raised my blood pressure very high 145/110 and my doctor has put me on medication. I am only 25 by the way.
Should I hire a lawyer now or after we get an answer? Should we not call the Islamabad Embassy or DOS? I have not emailed or contacted them for a couple weeks at the advice of fellow VJr's who say it could make the situation worse. I am having a really difficult time, I just want this resolved. Any support or advice is appreciated. Thank you.
Out of curiosity, was "Fraud" the reason provided to you and your husband for the no decision. If so, do you have any idea what would have cause the embassy to feel such way (i.e. divorces, improper evidence, past history, etc..)
While most cases are not fraudulent, the embassy have reason to suspect suspicious cases, which raise red flags. I would first go the normal procedure and consult with USCIS and seek the proper course of action. Once you have the next steps by USCIS, contact an immigration attorney.
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That sucks to hear. I am sorry.
What evidence did you provide to show the consulate?
Countries like Nigeria are notoriously picky and you really need to have bullet proof case when finance has interview at consulate.
If you can, find out from your fiance what questions were asked. Support of Evidence usually means
1. Must provide a Letter of Intent (updated) from you (the petitioner)
2. Financial capable (i-134 form) with supporting documents
3. Evidence of on-going relationship.. I would highly recommend tons of print outs from chats, phone logs, skype or anything to prove you are constantly talking.
All the best
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Hi Guys,
I filled out the I-129F and relevant forms for my fiance last week and got the NOA-1 in the mail today. I am naturalized Citizen and while going over the form, I noticed something. The NOA-1 has my A-Number on the top (the A# I used before I became a citizen). Shouldn't they have assigned a new ANumber for my finace? Or does that come with NOA-2?
Don't worry the A# is your alien registration # when you got your US Naturalization Certification. Normal.
Your fiancee will get her own A# printed on the NOA#2
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Pop the Champagne!!
Congrats!!
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When my fiance fianally gets his K1 visa (being positive and saying when not if!), how long is it valid for before he has to travel? I know he has 30 days to use it once he gets here.
When someone is granted a K1. They have six months from time of visa to enter USA.
When they actually enter USA, the visa hold must marry the petitioner within 90 days of arrival. If not married, then, the visa holder is in default and will be deported.
Once married in the USA, the petitioner must file an Adjustment of Status so the government can switch the status from K1 to permanent resident. This process may take 3-5 months. Advisable not to LEAVE US borders during this period. You can apply for a Parole to travel outside US borders during this period, but I am not sure, you do some research online.. All the info is available on US State Dept website.
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To be very honest, irrespective of K1 visa, making anything below $35,000 in the USA especially in a major downtown or nice suburb is not gonna cut it to have a 'Comfortable lifestyle'.
For those wishing to bring a significant over to the USA, should plan to have some savings on hand and supporting your spouse, b/c he/she will not be working immediately upon arrival
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I would agree to everything in your plan.
Just note she can come to the USA without a visa for 3 months as Swiss national. Maybe you can arrange for marriage within that timeframe and avoid special tourist visa.
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Please help! How to talk to real person when you are calling USCIS????
Number is on your NOA1 and NOA2 forms and on the USCIS website.
Google. It's your friend
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As I fill our the Affidavit of Support as part of my husband's I-485, I'm a little lost for what I should put as my employment. I'm a master's student in my final semester that requires 14 weeks of student teaching and I've been forced me to take a leave from my job as a substitute teacher. Do I say that I'm employed even though I'm not currently working and earning an income? Do I include a brief explanation of my situation along with a letter from the school I've taken leave from that states I have a job starting in January? How much does current employment factor into the I-485 process. Our bank account shows that we have more than enough fund to provide for us for a few years.
Asking a currently employed family member to join-sponsor him is out of the question.
Employment and Salary count alot towards sponsoring someone, because the state i.e. US Government doesn't want the immigrant coming here to be a burden on the state. I would recommend getting a letter of employment from your employer, explaining your situation. Plus add bank letter of verification and two years tax transcripts showing you were making a living and paying taxes.
If you have stocks, IRA, 401k, MMA, show that, it helps your case.
I-129f package
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Nope, they don't return it. The application is forwarded to the consulate where your beneficiary will be giving the interview. Once the interview is completed and visa approved, the application is put in a sealed envelope and submitted back to the beneficiary. The envelop will be opened by immigration officials upon arrival in USA. Can't be opened beforehand, otherwise, it's null and void.