Marlz1844

22 hours ago, Cary W. said:

I knew about the medical but had no idea the embassy charges a fee for the interview.

Once your case is sent to the embassy, you can reach out to them at Kingston, IV <KingstonIV@state.gov> for PACKET 3 INFORMATION and they'll send you a checklist of the documents you'll need.

1 hour ago, DonAnn said:

Oh ok. If 5/7/18 was two weeks after your approval then that was definitely good. I believe beneficiary is in Jamaica too so please let me know about evrything... how long it's taking to get interview scheduled, medical appointment, police report, and even DHL services. Thanks

I will definitely do that. The next step is to wait for the packet from the embassy I believe. We’re gathering the documents at the moment, first being the police report.

2 minutes ago, DonAnn said:

Glad to see that you decided to work things out... I wanted to ask you why NVC took so long to assign you a number when they received your case so fast?? Good luck with the rest of your process and I hope that God will help both you and your fiance to be faithful to each other and keep the promises (vows) that you are going to make to each other

I am not sure why. I figured that I should wait at least two weeks before contacting NVC. I contacted them 5/8/18, and the rep said the number was assigned 5/718. Later that day, I received an email saying that our case was in transit to the consulate.

Finally! After 183 days, something is in the mail. Whether its a RFE or approval, it doesn't matter at this point.

My fiancé had inappropriate (sexual) conversation with other people and so I am leaning towards cancelling the case. This case took a lot out of me; almost sent me into financial ruin. Thank God I have a good job and so I was able to bounce back quickly.

It is really heartbreaking when you invested your heart and soul into something (without little help from him), and then your partner decide to cheat. I have a decision to make by Monday, whether to cancel or continue.   

October 19th Filer. Still waiting on NOA2

OMG! Are you guys reading my comment?  LGBTQ+ is not the only grounds for asylum. There are grounds based on  "on association with a particular race, religion, nationality, political opinion, member of in a particular social group, or torture convention,." No one is telling him to fabricate any grounds for asylum and you guys should refrain from implying that he is looking for a reason. The burden of proof is persecution based on any one of these grounds. In other words, you can be granted asylum or refugee status if you're persecuted because of your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, social group (such as LGBTQ) or a torture convention (not sure what this one means.).

I hope this clear up the confusion.

2 hours ago, Boiler said:

They will however be somewhat suspicious if he claims LGBTQI+

Read the post, gawd damn it! No one is telling him to claim LGBTQ. Geez!  I used myself as an example to demonstrate that I was persecuted being a member, and the LGBTQ would be considered a social group. Read the following line from my original post and it will bring things into perspective:

"The first grounds for asylum is you’ve been persecuted or in well-founded fear of persecution. In doing so, you have to prove that you’re in fear of persecution or have been persecuted based on association with a particular race, religion, nationality, political opinion, member of in a particular social group, or torture convention. To do this, you would have gathered a lot evidence proving association with one of these groups as well extensive proof of persecution.. Using myself as an example, I applied for asylum based on my sexual orientation; I am gay. In my country, you can be killed for being gay. It was well documented, and it is illegal to be gay in my country."

22 hours ago, Boiler said:

He has a wife and children

That does not change my response. He cans till have wife and kids and still get asylum. I used myself as example to show that belonged to one of those groups.

Hi, fellow K1 couples. I have a few questions. It has been 137 days since I got NOA1. My timeline says NOA12 should be expected between May 4^th and May 9^th. I’m new to this K1 process. Btw, I am the petitioner. I know that I will be required to prove my finances and ability to support my partner. I’m currently working as an analyst in the financial services industry and make upwards of sixty thousand dollars. I do not really save because I have a large student loan paying back. I have very little savings.

1. Will I be required to submit savings/checking account?

2. Would my tax return and or a job letter from my employer suffice?

3. What form do I have to submit to prove my finances?

I suppose he got on a select service bus, which requires a receipt. My advice is to disclose it! Explain the circumstances and provide the paperwork that prove the fine was paid. I do not believe that it will disqualify him from naturalization. I know a lot of people who were cited for fare invasion and their immigration cases were still approved. I wouldn't waste my money on an attorney.

We've passed the 100th day and still waiting. I check back this forum after my 120th day. I read all the comments through my email. Thanks guys. I will be alright.

46 minutes ago, Chris J said:

Anybody receive their NOA-1? The Texas Center received my Petetion last Saturday morning, but have yet to get a notification of the NOA-1.. 

My package was delivered Friday. I received NOA1 text yesterday. Hold tight bud, you should be receiving it soon.

7 hours ago, liz87 said:

I really didn’t know that it was illegal to adjust status. Thank you for the information. 

Hi! It is not illegal to adjust your status. The way in which you attempt to do it  determines whether or not it is illegal. If the reason for getting the tourist visa is to come to States and get married, and in process of getting such visa, he or she lies to immigration about his or her intent in the United States, then that would be considered immigration fraud. When dealing with immigration, you have to be honest because if they find out that you’re lying, the consequences be long. 

If you have a bonafide relationship and can prove such, your best bet is the K1 visa. 

Phew!!! I just got a text about NOA1. I sent the application 10/18/17. 

Just now, Eddu said:

did you have your passport at the time..?

Yes, I copied my passport and naturalization certificate just to be on the safe size.

If you have an alien number, be sure to use it on the form. I'm a naturalized citizen and so when I was filing, I made sure to write the alien number I was assigned. If you're the sole sponsor, you're required to demonstrate that your income is at least 125% of the current federal poverty guideline of your household size. I believe that unemployment income is considered means-tested. It's looking like you may need a CO-sponsor.

Question 53/54? It says describe the circumstances of your in-person meeting. 

I gave a short direct answer describing the circumstances of our meeting. 

I do have a Statement Of How We Met, which describe in details (not too much)  how we met, the length of time we’ve know each other and make mention of each of the time we met. To that I attach all of the evidence of in-person meeting. I make sure to connect this to i129f by referencing it on that form.

Hello Everyone!

My boyfriend and I have known each other since 2010; we met at a church in Atlanta GA, where he was performing. We talked via social media on and off from 2010 to 2016. We always knew that we have feelings for each other but because we live so far apart (He lives in Jamaica and I live in New York City).  We didn’t pursue a relationship until the beginning of 2016.  We’ve seen each other 5 times (4 of which is this year) since 2016; I traveled to Jamaica. A few concerns of mine:

• We’re a same-sex couple

• Jamaica is a highly homophobic

• I am Jamaican born and won my asylum case in 2009 on the basis that I am gay and in fear of persecution. Killing of gay people in Jamaica is well documented by human rights groups

• I’m a naturalized US citizen as of October 2015

• I’m still a bit fearful of being bashed whenever I visit Jamaica to see my fiancé and my family

  • I always stay at a hotel or a gated complex where the security is high

• My boyfriend applied for a b1/b2 visa was denied in August; a reason was not given:

  • He said that the officer didn’t look at any of the documents that he bought and only asked two questions

• My boyfriend is concern about the privacy at Kingston Embassy because you can see and hear the people being interviewed

  • He feels that he may be targeted by people waiting to be interviewed because we’re a same-sex couple

So I guess my questions are:

• Considering that I won asylum on the basis of fear of persecution, and Jamaica country condition hasn’t changed (gay people are still fleeing Jamaica), will my frequent travels be a concern for USCIS?

• Is there a separate (perhaps more private) interview area for immigrant visas at the US Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica?

• Is Jamaica considered a high fraud country? (I know Jamaica tend to be “high” on almost everything…lol).

• We’ve talked about marriage even before we decided to do the K1 visa, is an engagement necessary for the purpose of this visa?

• Any same-sex K1 applicants with tips? I’d appreciate it

We already sent off our K1 visa application.

7 minutes ago, NuestraUnion said:

 

 

There are many things that may seem ridiculous. But there are reason these rules were put in place. It isn't like a group of people had a meeting and just randomly decided to ban anyone with drug history. If you want to get a visa to the US then you have to be drug free. I'm sorry but that is the law. i did not make it. After you get the visa, if you want to move to a state where it is legal... have at it. But immigration is a FEDERAL process, so marijuana is still illegal.

 

What if a person uses both heroin and marijuana in the past, but only admits to using marijuana? Since marijuana is a lesser drug should they be given reprieve? Immigration does not classify which drugs can get a pass. But I have said before that he very well may NOT get a ban.

 

But the most important point I won't to make is that I responded to the "ridiculous" comment as it was a bit hypocritical* when the poster admitted that her fiance was a regular user for 4 years. Not someone who tried it a few times year ago.

 

*OP, don't take the hypocritical comment as a personal attack. It is just a reference. You have thanked everyone for their comments and realize the risk involved with drug use so it seem we have gotten pass any feelings of judgment.

Using your own logic, if you want to get a visa, you have to be drug free. I’d assume that’s also how Immigration look at it. Say for someone like myself, I’ve only used marijuana 5 times in my life. I can proudly say that I’m drug free. All, I’m saying is to disqualify someone who is currently drug free because of previous uses is ridiculous. I took it personal when one particular poster implied that we’re being deceitful. Nowhere did I mention that we plan on lying. I’ve gone through the immigration process from asylum to naturalization and, I’m fully aware of the consequences of lying. Which why I said, honesty is the best policy regardless of the outcome.  

Btw, admitting that he has been using marijuana for 4 yrs, doesn’t mean that he’s a regular; then again regular in this I’d imagine is subjective. In fact, you got it entirely wrong because you made an unnecessary assumption. My fiancé has a well respectable job and his scheduling does not allow him to use it “regular,” as you assume. 

We have to be a little bit more sensitive when discussing topics like this. Painting someone as an addict, or assuming so is entirely unnecessary when you do not know have the facts. It easy for one to assume or make judgement about a situation your ignorant about. I fully respect everyone’s opinion. I understand that this forum is diverse and opinions expressed are as such but we ought to be mindful. Once again, I appreciate all the feedback. 

13 minutes ago, AnaUmo said:

The NOA1 is the easy one. This NOA2. I'm wondering what to do in the meantime while I wait lol Also Marlz can you clarify something for me for? You sent in the I-129f but your profile says you filed for AOS (approved)?

Lol... still trying to figure this forum out. I did my AOS from 2010. Not sure how that got there. I’m doing i129f for my fiancé. 

Thank you all for your input, I really appreciate it. It helps a lot 😊. 

2 hours ago, NuestraUnion said:

 

Actually it is not ridiculous. Your fiance is trying to hide it by "cleaning" his system now. So quite honestly he is being deceitful. If a drug test was not part of the process then he would continue using it. Saying that it is ridiculous is not seeing the big picture. A person with a history of drug use will likely continue to use it.

 

Getting caught lying will result in a permanent ban. Why can't he take responsibility of his actions and tell the truth. He actually may not get a ban.

You’re making assumptions and being judgemental.

He has always wanted to stop. This is added pressure and an incentive to stop. 

He’s making the necessary steps to stay clean. I’m not sure how that equates to him being deceitful.

Once people hear drugs, like you did, you assume someone is an addicted. I’ve used marijuana before, does that make me an addict? Be careful of making unnecessary assumptions.

No where did I mention that he is planning to lie. Part of taking responsibility is stopping and taking the necessary step to stay clean, which is what he’s doing.