TucsonBill

OOPS! Within 5 minutes of my last post, I got TWO canned replies from the USCIS, so either the email address is closed, or the guy reading the email's is 'stalking' me on VisaJourney.com...

HEY USCIS GUY! If you are reading this, can I get some props for creativity?

Bill

Regarding the email address at USCIS:

I sent an email over an hour ago, and I did not get an 'auto reply' so I do not think the email address has been 'closed' - I think that 'maybe' people are getting canned replys depending upon the context of thier inquiry.

I put only my case number in the subject line, and simply asked if there had been any progress made on my case, (very vague).

My thinking is that if the person getting the emails can from the context, just 'assume' that the email is just a standard 'why is this taking so long' email, they get the canned reply. If the email appears like it could be some sort of reply related to the case, perhaps it gets more attention...

We'll see I guess!

hehe!

Bill

I'd state clealy in the cover letter, and write on the back of the photo that it is the ENGAGEMENT ring(s), and also, include a receipt for the engagement ring(s). I think if done properly, it could actually be a big plus on your application. I have read in other places, and I was also told by an attorney with whom I consulted before filing my petition, that evidence of an engagement ring(s) were a big plus on your I-129f application. Regarding your tickets, the travel agent should have a copy of your purchse in his computer. Additionally, try to get 'frequent flyer' credit from the airline directly, and you could use those milage credits as evidence for your trip. The airline might even be willing to respond to an email with specific reference to your trip. Try emailing the customer service unit with your flight numbers and dates to request frequent flyer mileage, and then attach that to your response once the miles are added.

I would guess that given the given the current relations between the USA and Syria, you might be in for a long road ahead, but let's hope thats not the case!

It will be interesting to see.

GOOD LUCK!

Bill

Yes, it's creepy that you go back to research my posts from when i began.

I know I received it faster than many of my March friends. I'm lucky.

However, 87 days is still a far cry from your few weeks. And there was no light in this process until last Monday.

Um, again, it was just out of curiosity - all I did was click your member name, and click the profile button, and 'find members posts' - it took me all of 30 seconds to do. Sorry if you feel 'stalked' but I think you're over reacting - just a bit...

Bill

Nice to see you stalking me.

If you notice, after 2 weeks did I do anything about contacting USCIS? NO. It was more like 6 & even then it wasn't to USCIS but to find the staus of apps post-IMBRA.

Once again, 2 weeks is nothing.

Um, I 'stalking' might be a little strong of a word. I'm simply researching timelines. I also notice that there are people who submitted thier applications in march '06 still waiting, and you got your NOA2 pretty quickly in comparison! If anything, it adds to my theory that 'maybe the squeeky wheel gets the grease'...

At any rate, I just wanted to show that saying 'just be patient' is easier to say when you start seeig the light at the end of the tunnel.

Bill

You may want to check this thread: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=24934

You'll also find CSC's e-mail address there. Good luck.

Thanks!

To anyone else reading this post, I hope you got a chuckle

Now, can anyone actually answer my question?

Thanks!

Bill

Honetly, USCIS is up to their eyeballs in old petitions. People email USCIS when thigns are wrong - nothing is wrong with your case. 2 weeks is nothing in the scheme of things.

Good luck & be patient.

Just out of curioisity I went back to see how patient you have been, here your appliation was just sent:

I'm so annoyed, I sent my app on Friday for Saturday delivery, paid extra for that & they left it in Omaha til today. So it's not there at NSC but should be by 10:30AM. I'm so angry! Not about the money, which I will get back, just the timing, because, as we know, it's all about timing here.

One month:

oops, I meant NSC to CSC.

Did anyone get touched after the June 1st mass transfer besides me?

I'm more hopeful things are moving there now...

Less than two months:

No freaking RFE. NO online update. My senator's office called CSC's DIRECTOR on Monday & STILL hasn't heard back.

Feeling very very depressed & pissed off.

Yes, I know some are coming but it freaking feels like it all will take much longer, every damn week is more wasted time.

Hehe!!

Bill

Hi, I notice from reading the posts that some people email USCIS.

I have been checking other applicant signatures on this forum, and I notice that many get 'touches' within a week or two after receiving the NOA1, its been two weeks for me and not even a touch. (I know some people have waited much longer etc).

I also notice that sometimes an email has results.

At any rate, I don't see a link for sending emails on the USCIS website, how do I do it?

Bill

This thread is rediculously long... but, I guess I'm the new kid on the block, so here's my two cents:

I misread your question the first time, so this is an edited reply. As I understand it, your fiance's daughter will be issued a K-2 visa that will be good for one year.

Hopefully you sent with some sort of delivery confirmation.

I brought both my then fiance's (now Wife's) children ages 10 and 16 to US just a few months ago. I have two daughters also the same age as Val's (our) other children. The interviewer asked them if they wanted to migrate with their mom and live with me.

They start school here in about two weeks and will need help with ESL. The shools have told me that the kids will not have any problem at school not knowing much english. They have had no problem making friends including their many new cousins. My only big concern is the oldest really wants to take driving lessons (Yikes!) and start a part time job (awaiting EAD) but of course, he needs to learn to talk and write english much better first.

I think you will be alright and the best of luck to you.

The schools here tell me the same thing, let's hope they're right! I sure wish I knew another couple here in Tucson that had a girl about her age that came from Thailand, I guess I can try to make some inroads with the Thai community here. I worry that she'll be bored, because me being the youngest of my family, she won't have any cousins her age .

Bill

Anyone else?

Hi all, I am just wondering what I need to know about bringing my fiance's child from Thailand. I now that the Pilippines requeres consent of father, (in my case, father was from singapore and has not bee heard from in 6 years). From all I have been able to gather, we do not the fathers consent. Can anyone confirm this?

Additionally, I am wondering what the interview might be like with regard to the daughter. Will they ask her any questions?

Also, I have a longer post in the main I-129f Fourm if you would like to read more details:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=25339#

Thanks!

Bill

I have no experience with this, since I have no children of my own... but I do have an idea. Do you know any of the language that the child speaks? If not, try to learn it while you're waiting for them to move here, so you two could communicate directly (at least a little) without needing mom there to translate. I think that would help you two to keep bonding.

Hehe - yes, I already have been learning Thai, (focusing on the spoken languge of course), but my misprounounciation has led to a few 'entertaining', (and sometimes embarassing), moments. Thai is not an easy language to speak, but I keep trying anyway!

Bill

Well, I think you Canuk's ought to have to do *2* appilcations instead of just one... I'm gona call my congressman about that!

Bill

j/k of course

Lewis,

I was just thinking, if I'm the guy at USCIS answering the phone, and someone calls me up all irate and getting on my case, I might politely tell him his file has been moved back to the bottom of the stack, (whether its true or not - lol)

Bill

My fiancee has an 11 year old daughter that will be coming to the United States as well. I'm very proud to say that she's my daughter though not my "biological" daughter. How difficult will it be to adopt her once I marry her mother? I'll be marrying her mother a week after she arrives in the United States. "Our" daughter's biological father had written a statement allowing my fiancee to bring our daughter to the United States so that we can be a family, is there other documentation that we need for him to sign prior to the adoption?

Thanks,

Keith

I have done some checking into that as well. You need to call the Juvenile court center in your area and talk to the adoption unit. Her father would have to be willing to relinquish his parental rights in order for you to adopt. In my case, the father has never provided any support or played any role in the childs life. Also, his whereabouts are unknown. His parental rights will have to be terminated before I can adopt. I am now looking into whether we should wait till she is here to do that, or have it done in Thailand beforehand, and just hope the judge here in the states will accept a ruling by the Thai courts, (certified and translated of course).

Bill

I have been looking over alot of timelines, and 'generally' what I see is that the NOA2 comes pretty quickly, (relatively), after the RFE.

Could you have maybe pi**ed off the person you spoke to so that she told you your file was going to the bottom of the pile?

I hope I don't have to call, but if I do, its generally a good idea to keep your cool, cause they got ya by the...

Bill

Just make sure that on all your docs that you name the child (ie I-129F cover letter) so that USCIS knows you know and are filing for a k-1 & k-2. Our daughter was at the interview (11 at the time) aand they did ask her ??'s, but only because she was there. Good luck.

I'd really like to know how your daughter is adapting. Did she speak much English before she came here? Does she go to public school? Did the school help her with English?

Thanks for for your input

Bill

Well, I just filed and havn't even gotten a touch yet, (since receiving my NOA1). The way I see it, I'm gona be sitting here forever waiting for all you guys before they ever get to me. For what it's worth, were it possible, I'd trade places with you in a heartbeat.

Bill

My fiance has a seven year old daughter that is just learning to speak english, (my fiance has a college degree in English and speaks fluently, as its part of her job also to deal with US customers). Her child has never know the father, or any father for that matter. I have about as good a relationship with this child as I can have, given our circumstances. I see her and wave when I am on webcam, I sent her gifts for birthday and Christmas. When I have visited, I've tried to make a special point to include her in activities and do things she wants to do. She seems to like me and calls me 'Uncle Bill' - and has even given her mother 'permission' to marry me - hehe!

I love children and have 3 of my own, (including an adopted 14 year old daughter), and everyone who knows me says I am a good father, (even my ex-wife).

I had to have reviews as a foster parent and as an adoptive parent and they were always very good and glowing reviews. This is all documented in the adoption file.

One question is in regards to the interview(s). Is there an actual interview with the child? I complete all the same paperwork for the child as I do my fiance. Will the consulate want to see anything that will support that I am a good father? Will they ask my fiance questions about her thoughts of my ability to be a father to her child? I have already sent some of this info to my fiance, who has also become friends with my daughter, (on webcam). Would any of this stuff be helpful to bring to the interview?

Next question is: What can I do to help the childs transition? I would just like to correspond with some other couples who have brought young children here that could not speak English. What kind of problems can I expect? Where I live, the public schools are required to assist children and provide special classes for 'English as a second language'. What are some other peoples experiences with this?

I would love to hear from other couples who have actually done what I am going to be doing. - Thanks!

Has anyone ever used this before? I see it on the list of forms as being 'optional' but I have never seen it in anyones timeline before. Will most consulates actually do this?

Bill

Things your might want to include:

Photos of the two of you together <-- biggie

I've read that a copy of receipt for engagement ring is also a big plus

Read back through the instructions carefully

Make sure every form is filled out completely

You can add your visa timeline and such by editing your 'signature' on your profile page.

Bill