David-Francinie

Odd...they actually have a template for it, or at least they did. back when we were doing the K-1; I went to a branch, talk to manager and 10 minutes later I had the letter.

You might want to talk to someone else; if what they are saying is true, how is it that they sent you statements..

Anyhow, it seems yo solve the problem.

The word statements is being used here in two different meanings. The statement I printed from my account are actual monthly (paper) statements. The requirement of the I-134 is asking for a (written) statement from an officer of the financial institution providing information to the following questions. I understand I'm over the poverty line but it doesn't state that if you meet the income requirements that this is not needed. It simply states that it is required with the affidavit of support so I want to make sure I'm covered.

I'm preparing for all the necessary documents to bring to upcoming interview. The I-134 requires a statement from an officer of the bank or other financial institutions with deposits, identifying the following details regarding the account 1. Date account opened, 2. Total amount deposited for past year, 3) Present balance. Bank of America refuses to provide this to me. They say that they are not allowed by policy to issue statements and or disclose deposit amounts regarding accounts. I am well over the poverty line requirements and was informed that I do not need this information in this case. What I did was print out every monthly statement for the past 12 months for savings and checking account. The statement shows deposits and balance for each month. I dont know if this will be a problem or if the embassy will review and except these statements I printed from my account. Has anyone had the same experience with there banking institution and how did it workout at the interview?

I got divorced in Costa Rica. When I sent in the I-130 petition, I submitted the court papers that the attorney registered at the registry. It was signed by the judge. When we went to the interview, the embassy asked for the certificate so we had to run to the registry to get that. It took literally 5 minutes on a Friday afternoon right after I arrived in Costa Rica, I had a friend translate it really fast and we were good to go. You might have to go to the city where you were divorced ( family court) and they can make a copy, I had to go to the family court in Desamparados. The girl had to look in the book ( yes, a physical book) Ask for a notarized copy . Go as early as you can because they close the door at noon for lunch.

Thank for your advice, we went to the family court in the city of divorce and was able to get everything we needed. We sent back the RFE and received NOA2 four days later on OCT 23rd, thank you to everyone here who took the time to reply with help for us.

What certificate did they make you get? Was this the single certificate?

Thanks everyone for your help. We were able to get the divorce decree while I was there visiting. We had to go to the family court of the city of where the divorce was official. We were told it would be 8 days but could have in as little as 4 days for the judge to sign and stamp the documents. My fiancee told the clerk that I was leaving in two days to return to United States and this document was of most importance. He was nice and said for us to come back later the same afternoon and he would have everything ready for us. He did exactly that and we were very grateful. I just got back in this morning and will have to have the document translated and get it back out to USCIS. Is there an address to send RFE's express mail? I don't like to use USPS for such a critical document. Also, do I need to send them original since they mentioned needing to see stamps and judge signature, or will a copy suffice?

Thank you everyone, She just arrived home with the divorce decree that is required. Thankfully I will be arriving tomorrow to see her and can bring this home with me to send in. It is just as much my fault as I did not know exactly what document this was. We thought the first one we received was the right one. Everything should be good, I hope. thanks everyone

They want two things:

1) A divorce decree "SENTENCIA DE DIVORCIO" is a document, most likely of many pages that the court gives you outlining the terms and conditions of the divorce, if any settlement happened, properties, and if there were any children in the marriage and

2) They also need a full translation of the divorce decree, meaning "word by word" translation of the document in English.

What you provided USCIS was just a simple certificate showing that the beneficiary is no longer married and USCIS needs a copy of the divorce decree instead.

Thank you, your help is greatly appreciated. I do not understand much of spanish so when I told my fiance about this document you mentioned she was somewhat familiar. Do you know where would be the best place to get this document?

That I know is how divorce decree is here in the states but is this used in counties like Costa Rica, does this same document exist and is used there? I was assuming the document I submitted was the only certified divorce paper they issue.

The USCIS rep told me that this is merely a certificate and not an actual divorce decree. Can anyone familiar with these documents confirm this is true with the documents I provided?

I did send translation from a certified translator, A certificate is not required to be sent with translation, just name address and statement disclosing they are competent in both languages and verify the accuracy of the document.

I feel my case is being descriminated for some reason. I called USCIS customer service and they are saying I need to get an attorney. This seems excessive to me.

Did you send a translation as well? And a certificate of the translator?

I just received RFE on September 27 but received hard copy in the mail Oct 2nd. I leave tomorrow OCT3rd at 5am to see my fiance in Costa Rica. The timing is hard to believe but at least I can try to get what they want. They are not accepting the original papers I received from civil registry regarding my fiances previous divorce. This is not a copy but an original document with the notarize from this government office. the RFE states as follows:

MARRIAGE TERMINATION: Submit a legible copy of the final divorce decree signed by a judge or magistrate that shows proof of filing that terminated the prior marriage between "Beneficiary Name" and :beneficiary ex husband name".

The petitioner submitted a certificate showing that the beneficiary is not currently married and was divorced for her prior spouse. However, it is required that the petitioner submit the actual divorce decree providing the details of the divorce.

Please help if anyone can understand what they are asking from me. I never heard something so technical being requested. This is the paper given to my fiance when requesting from the civil registry pertaining to proof of her divorce. Thankfully I received thos in time before my departure in the morning tomorrow, but I don't have any idea of what they want me to get as addition proof. I need someones help and advice asap please. I attached photos of the original divorce decree I sent in and a photo of the RFE I received today.

Good luck! Sounds like it was pretty fast!

Thank you, we are hoping for a quick approval but after NOA1 is when the waiting begins. Start your timeline so you and others can track your progression. and good luck to you guys.

Thank you for the replies.. I understand for winter months November thru March we will have to buy her Eskimo gear here. Although she was saying that you can buy nice clothing in San Jose for very cheap such as: jeans $14-25, bras $4 and undies for $1-$2. And both mentioned are very nice that I would be happy with compared to paying VS prices and just as sexy

This topic question is geographic specific to Costa Rica. We are planning ahead on how to ship her personal items to the US. Shipping is out of the question as I just looked up shipping rates and they are outrageous, so we will be utilizing all of our luggage ( I will return with her, so I will come to interview with her with empty luggage). We will be living in Chicago. Coming from Costa Rica she will be set with summer cloths for what she already has. The point to the question I'm asking is she claims that clothing in San Jose is very cheap compared to the states. Is it advisable to buy as much as possible and load up the luggage rather than buying clothing here in the states, even after paying extra baggage fee's?

I129F sent Fedex overnight June 30th, signed received July 1st... NOA1 date July 03 and alien registration number received July 9th.

We just filed our 129F from Chicagoland area and our petition was routed to CSC.

Sent June 30th, received NOA1 July 03 and received alien registration number July 9th.

After much research on the forums here, it seemed understood that it was appropriate to fill in ALL fields in the I129F with either "NA" or "NONE".

After reading the I129F instructions on my I129F form, it clearly states " Answer all questions fully and accurately. If an item is not applicable or the answer is "none," leave the space blank".

This is conflicting information. I have all about ready to send out my packect including putting NA and None in all the vacant fields on the form. Do I need to start over?

Welcome! Definitely read the k1 guide, flow chart and tips.

http://www.visajourney.com/content/guides

Most of all, prepare for a wait. There are 2 different service centers that process K1 petitions: California and Texas. Based off of where you reside, your case will go to TSC if I am not mistaken. Once your petition is accepted there and you receive your NOA1, you are looking at at least 5 months to receive your NOA2, which signals that you are moving onto the next phase of the process as the approved petition heads to the National Visa Center (NVC). You will see a lot of people on Igor's List on here showing faster approval times, but they are at the California Service Center. I didn't know the difference at first and I based my expectations and planned a lot of my life around the time estimates I saw from the other center. Don't make that mistake! This process is already very trying and it's hard to be apart from the person that you love. Don't make it worse for yourself.

Good luck!

Stay patient!

Where do you find what service center your file goes to depending on your location? Im filing from chicago, IL

Thank you so much for assisting me through this. I am using the I-129F form, thanks for making sure I was using the right one.

thank you, I will save the form from the link that you provided and I will try it again.

Anyone have problems with section 3 on I-134 affidavit of support "affidavit executed on behalf of", when writing in the "city" for address of beneficiary? It does not allow for any spaces between words. When trying to input a space a java script warning appears "Allows only letters" error displayed. Can I just input the full city name without spaces? or leave it blank and fill it in with black ink? thank you.

The addresses in costa rica are not a simple house number and street name but rather long and confusing. Example: 100 mts norte casa los tortuga barrio los canales. There is not enough space provided to enter the address on I-129 Q29a. Do i need to write "see attachment" in the space provided and attach a separate sheet with the information or would it be a good idea to try and get a mail box at a mail center? Advice is appreciated, thank you.

To my understanding, I thought the police report was only needed if there was any kind of criminal record? This is required in all cases?