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  1. pushbrk
    You'll be giving the Consulate, the address to send you passport by courier. Note, the "Embassy" is in Bejing. You're dealing with a Consulate.
  2. pushbrk
    Correct. The I-864 is the most complicated form to get right. Read carefully, and respond accurately, to each and every question. Also follow the excellent step by step instructions you must download separately.
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    You are correct that the process varies by country. In general, you must interview where you are a citizen or legal resident. However, I'm the US Citizen anyway, but even though I'm a tourist in the Philippines, I've been living here almost seven years. Back when there was DCF, I would have qualified to do DCF, because I have an actual long term lease, driver license and Alien ID card issued by the Philippines. I would encourage you to try the transfer, but be prepared for any result.
  4. pushbrk
    "Online" is not specific. Embassy websites are great sources. The two passport photo instruction from USCIS is an artifact from 15 or more years ago. Same with the six months of pay stubs, but even an older artifact.
  5. pushbrk
    Yes. Lots of misinformation online, so that's not a good name for a good source. This time, the source was correct.
  6. pushbrk
    No worries. No problem. If the foreign spouse isn't in the USA, you didn't even need to send one for them. Yes, instructions say two, but that instruction is an artifact.
  7. pushbrk
    It's important to understand that USCIS adjudicates the petition, but they do not issue visas. They are part of Homeland Security, and that's who gets the first fee, Dept. of Homeland Security. When USCIS is done, you'll deal with NVC and a Consulate, both part of Dept. of State. Once the visa is in hand, you will deal with USCIS again and pay the last fee to them.
  8. pushbrk
    She just gives a new address, and they will note it in the system. You can upload an updated financial package before the interview, as belt and suspenders.
  9. pushbrk
    I too have seen this. Rejecting such documents is an error, but it does happen.
  10. pushbrk
    Correct. Cash is liquid and US dollars in liquid funds are preferred.
  11. pushbrk
    Read the question carefully. It contains the words "that you are using to qualify". You don't have any income to use to qualify.
  12. pushbrk
    Seems appropriate to add that, here in the Philippines where I live, Foreigners are not even allowed to be so politically active as to attend a political rally or express political speech.
  13. pushbrk
    While the above is certainly true, many much prefer to be self sufficient. Sounds like the assets are enough, and the self employment/business ownership continued income is hard to document. Restaurants tend to do better when the owner is on-site. Rental properties are not really liquid and landlords usually have little or no taxable income, after deducting allowable depreciation and expenses. If you really want to qualify on your own, you would sell the foreign real estate, and send it in dollars to your US bank account.
  14. pushbrk
    Now that your request has been granted, the need for translated documents changes a bit as you are dealing with the Consulate instead of USCIS in the USA. Still I would stay away from things needing translation and concentrate on evidence of time spent together in person. You live in Germany together. Stick with that evidence. Boarding passes would not need to be translated.
  15. pushbrk
    Yes, your circumstances will have changed during the visit, and you can switch to adjusting status.
  16. pushbrk
    That would be my advice too, but either is fine.
  17. pushbrk
    Can and will are different words, with different meanings. I said "can".
  18. pushbrk
    That's correct. The new job works only on a transfer with the same employer. This can also end up being the reason the DCF request is denied, but worth a try.
  19. pushbrk
    File at least three tax return right away. It's unlikely you'll owe any taxes.
  20. pushbrk
    Please see my edits. Be more direct. You are not looking for assistance or advice. If they allow you to file, they'll provide the next steps without you asking.
  21. pushbrk
    I would not ask for advice in the letter. I would directly request them to accept the case for Direct Consular Processing. It's a request, not a demand, but you are seeking action, not advice.
  22. pushbrk
    Not for the natural child of a US Citizen. They become citizens upon arrival to reside with the US Citizen parent.
  23. pushbrk
    OK. So, you follow the immigrant visa process for a child, which is similar to that of a spouse visa, with different documentation. The child's birth certificate naming his now US Citizen Father is the relationship evidence you need. When the child arrives, instead of getting a green card, you just apply for the child's US Passport. You can also file for Certificate of Citizenship for the child, after arrival. My personal opinion is that is not necessary though.
  24. pushbrk
    The instructions are downloaded the same place you download the form. It's the adjacent link. Note also, that the I-130 is used for not only visas, and not only spouses. It's for any qualifying relative. This is a do it yourself site. The "doing" includes the homework also done by "self".
  25. pushbrk
    On pay recent pay stub for each will do nicely. If you have a later tax return transcript, that's good. W2 is not really necessary but won't hurt. There is no such thing as "conditionally IR1". She has an immigrant visa interview appointment. Only Consular Officers can grant visas.
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