darstar

Hi all,

We received a letter requesting "Evidence of Good Faith marriage" today. Among the things sought are proof of FINANCIAL RECORDS and RESIDENCE; however, we live with my parents (no joint mortgage agreement) and have separate bank accounts. Besides her being covered by my employer's health benefits, I have trouble coming up with the evidence they want. Can anyone point me to a site where other examples of evidence are listed?

Thanks

The forms may look similar but the I-90 is an entirely different kettle of fish (in terms of the process you have to go through).

I suggest you send in the I-751 along with all evidence and the full correct fee. Try to get your $370 seperately. With the amount of delays, and the length of time the 751 process takes (somewhere between 4-9 months or longer depending on where you are), you want to get started asap. Its a hassle, but trust me, you don't want to wait on USCIS any longer than necessary.

Oh I agree, moving onto the I-751 right away.

They may be different in terms of processing, but the the I-90 does mention that it can be used for an expiring permanent residence card. That is exactly my wife's case. The conditional status is what got us. It seems to be a very simple misunderstanding, can't see how they would not understand that. I hope.

The difference between the I-90 and I-751 is really grey. Also, they originally sent back our application saying that I didn't include the biometric fee, they never mentioned it was the wrong form!!!

I am so so sorry to hear this- sadly, I doubt they will refund you or anything. There are people here still waiting for refunds for whatever reason for years. All they will tell you is that it was your responsibility to make sure you sent in the correct forms. All they care about is money. But give them a call anyway, you never know.

I made a dumb error and sent in a I-90 instead of the I-751 for my wife. USCIS accepted the application and cashed my check. When we went for biometrics today, they saw her conditional card and said she needed to file a I-751. I now see that they are correct.

BIG QUESTION, what about the $370 bucks they took????? Will they give me a refund or credit me towards the I-751 fee???? I'd appreciate any insight. This is a lot of cash for me. Thanks

Yes, I've checked out the DMV site. From what I've heard, they would not issue a CA driver's license beyond the date she is required to leave the country (unless I can prove she is applying for a green card).

She does not have a license and will indeed have to go the written test, permit, road test route. I just want to make sure that her license will be valid beyond the expiration of her K-1.

I see that after some lenghty reading of the DMV site.

All original and pending driver license or identification cards will expire on the expiration date of his/her birth date/legal presence document (BD/LP) issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Your BD/LP document must have an expiration date 30 or more days from your application date. If your BD/LP document has an expiration date less than 30 days, you will not be able to start a driver license or identification card application.

If your BD/LP document has an expiration date of less than 60 days, you may complete your licensing requirements (written/vision/driving tests), but you will need to submit another BD/LP document with an expiration date of 60 days or more before your driver license or identification card is mailed to you.

From what I see and your time line it is probably too late to apply already, they indicate if less than 30 days are left on the LP document then they wont issue, and if 60-30 days they will issue if can complete the requirements, "road test" I don't see how this can be done with in 2 or 3 days, she entered the US 7/15 leaving you around 30 left on the I-94.

Have you applied for AOS? The Cal DMV site indicates Notice of Action (I-797 Approved Petition) (NOA2) is also considered (BD/LP) and they will use the expiration date on that form.

http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#BDLP

Hope this may help.

Thanks very much for the info. Yes, we've applied for AOS the first week of September.

I am a CDL holder and am a little familiar with drivers licenses.

That is strange, You may want to inquire at the DMV I have never heard of the DMV doing such thing. Did she have a license back in her home country? If not she will probably have to do a written test, get permit then do a road test.

Cal DMV only indicates need, proof of age, (Birth Certificte), SSN, Photo ID (Passport), someting showing where live.

More can be found here: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm#2500

Yes, I've checked out the DMV site. From what I've heard, they would not issue a CA driver's license beyond the date she is required to leave the country (unless I can prove she is applying for a green card).

She does not have a license and will indeed have to go the written test, permit, road test route. I just want to make sure that her license will be valid beyond the expiration of her K-1.

Hi all,

My wife arrived in the States on a K-1 in mid July. Her visa will expired mid October. Her AOS documents were sent to USCIS last week.

I've heard that if I try to get a driver's license for her here in California, it would only be valid for the term of her visa. What is the proper way to get a K-1 visa-holder a driver's license while she awaits her AOS case to be processed? Does providing the DMV a NOA1 letter from USCIS help? Is there a proper procedure?

Thanks for any info.

Hi,

Last week, my wife's AOS package was received at the Chicago Lockbox. I know this because I tracked the package. I'm wondering, how long will it take for USCIS to send us a confirmation letter??? Is there a quick way to find out if a case number has been assigned (via her A# perhaps)???

Thanks for any info.

3 total

2 for Intending immigrant

1 for USC

Go to Kinkos $12.00/ for 2

i don't see where a photo is needed by a USC ???????

How many passport photos are needed in total if you are filing the I-485 and I-765 concurrently. Both forms ask for a pair of photos. Is a total of 4 needed therefore or is a pair suitable for both.

What's the correct thing to do, send 2 payments or one combined? Thanks.

It seems as if I will have to take her to the local SS office. It's weird that they would tell her the card is in the mail when they knew she was a non-immigrant K-1 case????

Hi all,

When my wife had her interview, they asked her if she wanted a SSN card to which she replied YES. They gave her a form letter saying that she should expect to receive a card at our US address 3 weeks from her time of US Entry.

According to the guide on this forum, it claims that:

"On the visa application Form DS-230 (expires 7/31/2007), you saw the following offer:

"Do you want the Social Security Administration to assign you an SSN (and issue a card) or issue you a new card (if you have an SSN)? You must answer "Yes" to this question and to the "Consent To Disclosure" in order to receive an SSN and/or card."

Please note that this program is ONLY for Immigrant Visa holders (CR-1, etc). If you checked this box, a Social Security number will NOT be generated for you if you are a K-visa holder. As a K-visa holder, use the following guide to get your first, or replacement, Social Security number/card. If you have ever had a Social Security number, that is your number for life; you will need to visit your SSA office to get new card with the same number."

So which one is it? Can anyone share their experience? Thanks.

I guess I need to first find out if an SSN is needed to get married in California

Excellent idea

Have I steered you wrong yet? Not even when I said your lawyer was wrong and told you to go ahead with the interview.

No, your word is Gospel to me now

OK. It seems as if a passport and birth cert will do. That being said, is would then seem to be prudent to get married ASAP and not allow delays in issuing a SSN to cut into the 90-day K-1 period, n'est pas?

Here is the info from the CA website for reference to anyone interested:

Welcome to the State of California, Department of Health Services web page. This web page will give you general information regarding the requirements for the issuance and registration of public and confidential marriage licenses in California, as well as answer many frequently asked questions regarding the laws pertaining to marriage licenses and ceremonies in California. For further information, please contact the County Clerk or County Recorder’s Office in the county where you will be applying for the marriage license.

General Information

You do not need to be a California resident to marry in California.

Only an unmarried male and an unmarried female may marry in California.

Blood tests are NOT required to obtain a marriage license in California.

Both parties must appear in person and bring valid picture identification to the County Clerk’s Office to apply for a marriage license in California. Valid picture identification is one that contains a photograph, date of birth, and an issue and expiration date, such as a state issued identification card, drivers license, passport, military identification, etc. Some counties may also require a copy of your birth certificate.

Marriage licenses are valid for 90 days from the date of issuance. If you do not get married within 90 days, the license will no longer be valid. You must purchase a new license.

Many County Clerks in California perform civil marriage ceremonies in their offices. For further information regarding civil marriage ceremonies, please contact the County Clerk’s Office directly to see if they provide this service.

I guess I need to first find out if an SSN is needed to get married in California

Excellent idea

Wow thanks for the detailed info.

Yes, it is the SAVE system and avoiding manual verification which is what I believe I've read that waiting 2 weeks from entry can help avoid. My extrapolation to one month from 2 weeks was to estimate the time it takes to have an SSN issued (though this is only a guess).

My fiancee is scheduled to arrive in the US with her K-1 on July 14th, so the issue of status expiration should not apply to her.

As far as EAD. we were planning to apply at the same time as we apply for AOS.

I guess I need to first find out if an SSN is needed to get married in California and, if so, not go for the SSN too soon before her info is in the SAVE system.

Still apply for the SSN ASAP regardless.

Well the guide says that you should wait approx. 2 weeks upon entry into the US to apply for a SSN to allow information to flow to the appropriate databases. So if that's the case, it's looking like I can't get married for close to a month after my fiancee's arrival.

The K-1 flowchart indicates that K-1 visa holders should get there SSN before getting married. Is a SSN required for marriage in the U.S.???

CONGRATULATIONS

How long does it usually take to get the visa sent to you once you have been approved at the Embassy interview?

I'd be especially interested in those that have gone thru Ankara, Turkey.

Thank you.

What do the instructions on the form page at uscis.gov say? Make sure you pay attention to "concurrent" and/or "family based".

I'm not sure otherwise I wouldn't have made this post. My situation will be my wife applying for AOS and EAD at the same time (concurrent).

The instructions with the forms work quite well.

Glad you like it bud.

well I can actually read.

Yeah, here are some gold stars for you

What do the instructions on the form page at uscis.gov say? Make sure you pay attention to "concurrent" and/or "family based".

I'm not sure otherwise I wouldn't have made this post. My situation will be my wife applying for AOS and EAD at the same time (concurrent).

The instructions with the forms work quite well.

Glad you like it bud.

What do the instructions on the form page at uscis.gov say? Make sure you pay attention to "concurrent" and/or "family based".

I'm not sure otherwise I wouldn't have made this post. My situation will be my wife applying for AOS and EAD at the same time (concurrent).

I'm in California, where the heck do I send these douments Chicage P.O. Box or Laguna Niguel, or ... ????

Thanks