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    ndu26 got a reaction from NikLR in Both Living Abroad and no DCF Option   
    while she can turn around and go back to panama next day, too frequent trips outside with longer stays out than in the United States could trigger a closer surveillance and potential loss of the permanent residence. I have had people who were told so at the POE due to such patterns. You are given the GC to live in the U.S not as a multiple entry visa.
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    ndu26 reacted to AshleyLCBaker in February 2013 I-130 Filers   
    So, this is an argument that gets started on here quite often and it never turns out very well. I'm one of those people who will probably be auto-expedited, and while I'm not really offended or anything by what you've said, I thought I would explain a couple things that might help:
    1) From what I've read, cases where both spouses live overseas make up a very small proportion of spousal immigration cases. Like, very small. So it's not like the fact that these cases are getting processed faster is really stopping your or any other cases from being processed, because there just really aren't that many to stand in the way.
    2) I think the fact that the couple lives together probably cuts down on the investigation for the 'bona fide' aspect of the relationship. If two people are married and share a home abroad, it's probably less likely it's a green card marriage. Also, my husband and I have been married for more than four years and we have a little boy. You've been married for less time than that. Not that you should be punished or that your marriage is any less real, because of course it's not, but it's just probably easier to process cases like mine just on the basis of time married/sharing a home, etc.
    3) Just because I've been fortunate enough to live with my husband in Australia the past five years doesn't mean my life has been all flowers and sunshine and doesn't make my desire to live in my home country any less important. I've been separated from my friends and family, I've missed weddings and funerals and births. My mother died very suddenly a couple of years ago and I hadn't seen her for the better part of a year before she passed away, which is something I'll have to carry around for the rest of my life. I'm sure there are numerous stories like this on here from people who have moved overseas to be with their significant others.
    Basically what I'm saying is, as frustrating and heartbreaking as I'm sure it is to be away from your husband, everyone has a heartbreak. Everyone has a story. That's the risk you take when you decide to pursue a relationship with someone from another country. It just doesn't really help to create an 'us vs. them' mentality. Everyone has a goal they want to reach and I think it's best if we support each other in their process, no matter how long our individual process takes.
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    ndu26 reacted to oohpartiv in okay do i need to concerned or start freaking out????   
    There are people who filed at NBC in August who are still waiting. Just because you're not at Vermont or California doesn't mean it won't take that long. There are still thousands and thousands of petitions being filed. What you can do is call USCIS and speak to a Tier 2 rep to ask if you've been shipped to a local field office. If that's the case, you can find out more accurately how long it's taking for I-130s to get processed.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Dat Nguyen in DNA Testing process   
    there is no fixed timeline for that. Once the lab collects from your dad, they forward tdhe results to the consulate/embassy and you will be sent top their panel physician to give a sample. Once that is processed, then you will ne contacted on the final decision.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Greenman101 in Police certificate   
    After one has benefited here, you just want to give back when you can
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Greenman101 in Police certificate   
    It depends on how long the police certificate is valid for as stated by the issuing entity. Some countries are 3 or 6months while some are 1 year. Most embassies maintain it must be valid at the time of interview.So check with the issuing country.
    For my country it is only valid for 3months and the NVC copy expires this week so my hubby has gone out today to go get a new one for his interview next month.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from X Factor in NVC/US Embassy   
    $88 for AOS( I-864) and
    $230 ( IV fee) DS 230
    you pay by online bank transfer through a US bank. They have a payment portal they will give you numbers to access when the time comes.
    Once your fees are sorted out at NVC stage, you shouldn't have to pay at the embassy. Just fees for your medicals in your country before your interview.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Saylin in NVC automated service number   
    The NVCs AVR( automated voice response system was discontinued early last year I believe. You just have to speak with a rep now but at this time, the wait time is usually not as long as other times.
    and you do have the correct number
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    ndu26 got a reaction from MedRoni in NVC automated service number   
    The NVCs AVR( automated voice response system was discontinued early last year I believe. You just have to speak with a rep now but at this time, the wait time is usually not as long as other times.
    and you do have the correct number
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    ndu26 reacted to Gosia & Tito in State Benefits for new father.   
    Not sure you are asking the right question. Your immigration status has nothing to do with time off work for maternity. It's regulated by federal law, but paid by the company you work for (as far as I know). There might be some state specific rules though. There is a standard maternity leave, and after that, you could file a FMLA claim with your company for additional time, but that usually means a 60% pay and a guarantee you would have a job upon return, but NOT necessarily the same role/job. FYI, you could also use sick time (if that is in your work contract) and often (again company specific), you might be able to use unused and/or carried on to next year sick time. Often companies have flexibility and in part depends on how your relationship with boss is...meaning companies will work with you -even if not obligated to do so- if they want to keep you; I have seen some new mothers taking 3-4 months leave where I work (but I'm in TX). I'd suggest a chat with your boss and HR to understand your situation.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from MedRoni in NVC/US Embassy   
    $88 for AOS( I-864) and
    $230 ( IV fee) DS 230
    you pay by online bank transfer through a US bank. They have a payment portal they will give you numbers to access when the time comes.
    Once your fees are sorted out at NVC stage, you shouldn't have to pay at the embassy. Just fees for your medicals in your country before your interview.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from RFQ in April 2013 Interviews   
    congrats !!!! RFQ :dance:
    Trust me, i will take that two weeks notice right about now LOL
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Saylin in forms   
    The Ds 230 forms are the ones that need her signature. have her signe muktiple copies in case you need to fill out a new form due to erros. also only part 1 should be signed byher. some people like to have a physical copy of the DS 3032 in hand ( even though email is now the widely used format for that).
    She should also forwrad her original documents like birth cert etc to you after she makes copies to have with her. What about police certficates? i think and specific clearnce cert you need form youer region. You maywant to reach your country portal for that.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Saylin in Documents needed for interview   
    Even though NVC has all these documents, it is wise for the applicant to have copies with him/her to the interview. Sometimes the CO requests documents that are included in the NVC file from the applicant. Sometimes there i as little mix up and they claim they cant see it in the file, You would want you loved one to have ready copy to produce in that situation.Besides it helps the applicant prepare better psychologically as they have similar copies of what is before the CO and hopefully will answer more confidently.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Saylin in Timeline Question for CR-1   
    The first coworker youmentioned is probably waiting for visa # cos the petitioner is and LPR(green card) for USC it just couple of momths if the couple send in all their paperwork fast enough and there is no checklist/AP at NVC.
    There is no visa numbers for immediate relatives of US citizens like spouses, children(under 21) and parents.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Ippsy Pippsy in Proper way to delay the NVC process   
    your control is at NVC stage. You have one year with them to submit required documents . So I would suggest make your payments ( you never know when they will have another fee inccrease) but delay your submission of I-864 and DS 230 documents until around June ending. They will complete complete your case in July( if no Checklist is sent) and schedule your interview august /sept
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    ndu26 reacted to NikLR in Leaving Your Children   
    This thread is not really for bashing other people for what they're doing. I understand that you're expressing your opinion but we tried to start it so that some people who have to make VERY difficult decisions in their lives, have some support of people who are also in the same boat. I do not love my child any less than anyone else. I love her enough to hope I'm doing something that makes her happy, by letting her keep living with her Dad. I am trying to do what makes her the happiest without sacrificing all that I am as well. I have seen how that works out. My MIL has nothing She has to live off the good will of other people. She put all she is into raising her two wonderful boys, but she is a shell of what she could be because she never stood up for herself ever. Even to her children because sometimes you need to.
    My husband also loves my daughter very much. We both hope very much that she wants to live with us.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from del-2-5-2014 in I-130   
    They need to reword that form. This question comes up everythime. if you are doing just the -864E then your wife is already counted in the first option. Unless you have someone else you have sponsored before(parent etc), your totyal should come up to just 2 for both of you.
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    ndu26 reacted to Darnell in Petitioner and Beneficiary living together overseas   
    click the link ! click the link !
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    ndu26 got a reaction from Penguin_ie in I-130 approved, dazed and confused   
    since your I-130 has been approved, once it gets to NVC , the 129 will be closed administratively when it arrives later and only your 130 will be processed.
    wait a week or two after your approval date and start calling NVC to get your case number. meanwhile, start reading up the NVC short cuts here so you know how to prepare for that stage and be out as quickly as you possibly can.
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    ndu26 reacted to Kathryn41 in What do I do now that I am married?   
    Topic has been moved from the CR-1 forum to the Adjustment of Status from a Family Based Visa forum as the OP is adjusting status from a k-1 visa.
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    moderator hat off -
    Basically, what you and your wife are doing now is adjusting or changing her status from a K-1 visa non-immigrant to a Permanent Resident based upon marriage to a US citizen. The I-485 is her petition requesting the change of status. The I-131 is a type of travel permission known as an "Advance Parole' which will allow her to travel outside of the US - and return - while you are waiting for a decision on her I-485 petition. The I-765 is a Work Authorization Permit request, and what is nice about that is even if she doesn't want or need to work while waiting for the I-485 approval (which will give her a green card), it is a great form of US government ID that can be used for many occasions, such as getting a Driver's License, etc.
    She already has the I-94 - it is stapled inside her passport and was stamped by immigration when she entered the country with a date valid for 90 days. This replaces the K-1 visa and provides proof of her status in the US.
    The I-864 is also known as the Affidavit of Support. This is where you prove you can financially support your new spouse and family, if there are children involved.
    The G-325As are the general biographical documents similar to what was already filed with the K-1 petition.
    The I-693 supplement is the proof of vaccinations completed by a Civil Surgeon here in the US, verifying that your spouse has satisfied all of the outstanding medical requirements needed for a green card. Since she has already done an immigration medical for the visa she doesn't have to redo the medical - just that part of it that shows she has had the necessary immunizations.
    The I-797 they refer to is what is known as the NOA2 - the approval notice from USCIS that the I-129f petition was approved. The marriage certificate, the birth certificate and the passports are all for proper identification purposes and to prove that you are indeed married.
    Unfortunately, as a K-1 she is going to have to go to SSA and apply for her SSN in person. The check mark on the form only works if someone is applying for a visa as a spouse of a US citizen prior to entry to the US because when that visa is approved, they get a green card when they enter the US and are automatically eligible for a SSN. A K-1 has to go in person to apply since they have to show their eligibility with the I-94. As long as she still has more than 2 weeks of validity left on the I-94 she is eligible to apply for a SSN. If there are less than 2 weeks on the I-94, then she will have to wait until she gets an EAD (work permit) or her green card to get a SSN. She will need her passport, the I-94, another proof of identity (birth certificate works), and your marriage certificate if she has changed her name due to your marriage. SSA needs to check all of these against the USCIS records to verify that she is eligible for a SSN before she actually has her green card (she is).
    Yes, her class of admission is K-1, and you will find the A number on the I-797 as well as on the K-1 Visa and probably hand-written in on the passport as well. It starts with the letter A and is followed by 9 or 10 numbers (I don't remember how many now!) This number will be hers for the rest of her life and she will use it on all of her immigration paperwork right up to her petition for citizenship.
    I hope this helps.
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    ndu26 reacted to ShirahBet in MY Visa Journey Sucks #### !!!!   
    There is no federal holiday this coming Monday. The next federal holiday is the 18th, Presidents' Day/Washington's Birthday.
    To the original poster, vent away! This whole process sucks and people should not be telling you that it's your fault that things didn't happen timely. We do not walk in everyone else's shoes, we only walk in our own. People don't know the individual circumstances around why we chose to wait a few months to file or not. I'm disappointed in the number of people I've seen in these forums bashing each other when they're low or sad because something seems frightening. I was under the impression that these forums were for information, and possibly support.
    I have nothing but good wishes for everyone going through this process. It's rough, it's tough, and sometimes it's dirty. In no way is it fun or entertaining. When things go wrong, sometimes they just go wrong. Shaming others helps no one.
    I am now officially off my soap box.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from TBoneTX in Attorney vs Attorney   
    congrats on your wedding and welcome to VJ!
    Vj is a DIY site. Most people here file their petitions and see it through. Some started with an attorney, came to VJ realized the process was a nobrainer( for straight forward cases) and dumped their attorney. Some dumped their attorneys because they were getting wrong information or were doing most of the work that they have paid for.
    Attorneys basically just fill out your forms ( something you can handle yourself) they have no direct effect on the speed or approval of your petition.
    Meanwhile, there have been few here that have complicated cases for which they are advised to seek the services of an attorney.
    Having said that, I do not know the attorneys you mentioned. If your case is simply straight forward, the general concensus you will get here is do it yourself( and people are willing to guide you through the process) unless you dont have the time and don't mind spending the money.
    why are the attorneys' charges different? well people place prices on their services depending on what they feel their worth is. just like coffee from Mcdonalds, Dunkin donuts and starbucks do not cost the same( so I hear cos I am not a drinker )
    whatever you decide, best wishes.
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    ndu26 got a reaction from NikLR in USCIS new immigration fee   
    To be fair, up untill sometime last year the IV fee used to $404!!!!! then it was REDUCED TO $230. So effective Feb 1 this additional fee of $165 was added as GC issuance fee. By my calculation $230+ $165 = $395. we still come out better than the $404.
    Honestly I am not complaining at all. The $9 saved will get me two cups of mango smoothie at Dunkin
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    ndu26 got a reaction from hikergirl in USCIS new immigration fee   
    To be fair, up untill sometime last year the IV fee used to $404!!!!! then it was REDUCED TO $230. So effective Feb 1 this additional fee of $165 was added as GC issuance fee. By my calculation $230+ $165 = $395. we still come out better than the $404.
    Honestly I am not complaining at all. The $9 saved will get me two cups of mango smoothie at Dunkin
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