CandZ

Hope you're right ! Let the NOA2s rain !!

I think you mean, "initial review". It means its just the beginning of a long wait.

I wanted to update for those whom it may concern, though few, the US Embassy in Bratislava, Slovakia DOES accept co-sponsors for K-1 visas. I wrote an e-mail to the embassy this weekend and they were very prompt about responding.

I wanted to update for those whom it may concern, though few, the US Embassy in Bratislava, Slovakia DOES accept co-sponsors for K-1 visas. I wrote an e-mail to the embassy this weekend and they were very prompt about responding.

I think it would pretty selfish of the family to ignore your reasons for not wanting to take a risk and have this "non-legal" ceremony. This is your life, and your marriage, its a terrible thing when people try to guilt you as a means of manipulation to get what they want. Did you explain to them why this isn't a normal marriage and it can't be gone about as such ? I have a hard time imagining they would still insist on their way. But even if they do, who cares ? They're not the ones who will suffer the consequence. Apologies if I sound harsh, I just feel very strong about my independence, individuality, and my right to do as I please with my life.

He works for a government agency...he's automatically annoyed and its not your fault

He works for a government agency...he's automatically annoyed and its not your fault