tab0712

10 hours ago, MrHanky said:

O that's great, i thought nvc would require them in English

Oh, that I'm not sure about NVC. The details I gave were regarding the next consulate. Best to call NVC and ask before wasting g so much time translating. 

4 minutes ago, JayeBird said:

Did you receive anything via email? 

Yes, I was one of the lucky people that got the email notification and the website was updated when my case was approved. I do have them printed out. And also the website has our case now listed as 'ready". And I printed that too

In regards to Translations.....

If documents are in any other language than English, they must be translated for all steps of the process, except the Interview...

• Translations:  All documents that are neither in English nor Spanish must be translated into English by a competent translator.

https://mx.usembassy.gov/visas/instructions-for-immigrant-visa-applicants/

3 minutes ago, TriloByte said:

They could, however, say you're not allowed to even have an interview until the "thing" is in your hands. We all know how these people are. What I did was go to the UK forum on here and people (who have walked the path already) in numbers convinced me of what they expect and don't expect.

Well, then I'd be screwed. They already said they won't mail anything else. And that is rediculous, and I'd look into the legalities of it. 

The Mexican forum here is pathetic. Literally 3 people have advice that have already gone through it. But of all people, the Consulate in Juarez is well aware of the shitty mail service in Mexico. 

4 hours ago, Jaimekr08 said:

Hi all,

 

do you need to bring a ring a hard copy of your NOA2 and NVC letter to your interview? I didn't see anything online mentioning it

I sure hope not. I have yet to receive anything in the mail, and the interview is booked for the end of August. They can't demand something that want sent through secured courrier. Postal services are not reliable enough (hence I haven't received any approval notices)

2 minutes ago, janet3 said:

On the US Embassy & Consulates in Mexico page under the "Complete petitions and other documentation" heading....it says you can pay cash at the Banamex or Scotia Bank....plus a couple of other payment options. 

(I searched for a long time for how to pay for the DS 160 in Algiers)

But I am still new to this process and you may want to wait until a more experienced member responds.....

 

I have that information. And I have the links to pay by credit card, which is the option I want to do. But I don't know how long once has to wait after doing the DS-160 to proceed with anything. No know what comes first the payment or the medical/interview appointments? 

I'm all ready to go, and have links, just need someone to say you do "this" so many hours/days following the submission of the DS-160. And then do "that" so many hours/days following the "this". 

thank you for the response  

We filled out the DS-160 last night, and I can't seem to find if we pay the visa cost first or make the appointments. Instead of giving answers, I got, call the Embassy. Well, I have called all morning and the line is busy. Can anyone that has done this, give em this very basic information? It's kind of like asking a question, and people say, "google is your friend". Why have these forums if you can't ask anything and everything. I did look online, and didn't find an answer. Please help!

We finally found the time tonight to sit and focus on the DS-160. Boy do they ask some weird questions. Is there a processing g time that you need to wait before making the payment? Then is there a wait to book the appointments???

55 minutes ago, NikLR said:

You need the noa2 for the AOS. Ask them to send it again. 

I did. And they (and this came from another supervisor who helped on another issue).... said no. I will try again. But there has to be another way. 

On 11/7/2017 at 5:42 PM, Peot said:

Read the example forms on the menu above. Even though their example form is still old, it does offer most of what you need.

 

 

Can you link to what form you are talking about? I only see this and it doesn't offer any help.

http://www.visajourney.com/content/support  and this http://www.visajourney.com/examples/Form-I-134.pdf (REALLY old and 1/4 of the details now asked.

1 hour ago, Estibaliz said:

I just checked what they told to you in the K1 general forum, and it seems accurate to me, but here are my answers, if that can help...

 

Hope than can be somehow helpful.

Don't stress out (I know... hah!) and good luck 

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. 

On 7/11/2017 at 10:45 PM, tab0712 said:

I posted this on the K1 main page, but I got one response and they said to read the guide. I did gaze at it, but as it's been mentioned, the guides on VJ are outdated and I rather get guidance from those going through or recently went through the application. It's long, so PLEASE, help where you can 

 

I-134 help needed and any other tips and tricks. Using my father as co sponsor who is retired. 

A- Do I put the USCIS number provided in the NOA1 on part 1 question 10 (USCIS online account number)? What about my father who is the co sponsor?
B- Do I enter information into part 1 question 12? "I am ____ years of age and have resided I-134... 
C- Do I put the USCIS number provided in the NOA1 on part 1 question 10 (USCIS online account number)? What about my father who is the co sponsor?
D- Do I enter information into part 1 question 12? "I am ____ years of age and have resided in the United States since_____"
E - Part 3 Income and Asset Information...do I leave my annual income at zero, as I haven't earned US dollars in 8years? I work and earn local wages in Mexico. For my father, would he put his yearly income her get from his Social Security from retirement? 
F - Part 3 question 26-29...does this pertain to the currant person I am petitioning? As a co sponsor, does my dad also fill this out for my fiance?
G- Question 38..seems like a trick question. Why would anyone check off "I do not intend to make specific contributions"?
H- Parts 5 and 6 and all places that pertain to children (since none are involved), do we leave these all blank, or put N/A into ever single cell? 

 

I have posted this in multiple places and sites, and I can't get any answers to my questions. Is there anyone I can turn to to ensure this Affidavit is filled out correctly by me and my co sponsor? Only one person responded in the K1 general forum, but his response was to go by the instructions on VJ..which have already been exposed as outdated. 

PLEASE HELP! We are filing the DS-160 tomorrow, and I really need to get this portion done so I can finally give my heart and brain a rest. 

10 minutes ago, Dilorena said:

that's good! It seems like you're all set  You're lucky you get to be with your partner. Even if Mexico is/was crazy. I see mine every 2-3 months sometimes and ugh, it's rough. I can't wait for this to be over!

 

We met here and are both foreigners. I do feel like we are very fortunate. I admire everyone that goes months without seeing their loved ones. 

3 hours ago, NikLR said:

NOA1 and NOA2 for an I-129F should be sent to a US petitioner's address.  If the petitioner is not living in the USA, they will need to reestablish domicile (or intent thereof) and should change their address with the USCIS to a US family member or friend who is reliable.  

Yes, but they did say that it was mailed to my Mexico address (I am the petitioner). I was in the US 2 weeks ago, and was able to finally talk to an officer and they made the change of address to the US address we will be living at, but it's late in the game and they are not saying if they will reissue any previous notices. 

I already have Domicile in the US... car, car insurance, all my credit cards, my driver license. It all stayed at the mailing address that I will be living at. So that is covered. I did my part in the entire process.. to a T!

24 minutes ago, Dilorena said:

I'm sorry I laughed  because this is so damn true! 

I'm not receiving any papers and I'm certainly not expecting them.  fortunately my husband is in the U.S and he did get our NOA1, no problem.

 

So you know the struggle IS real. Mail in Mexico is the absolute pits. 

3 hours ago, MrsM&MrM said:

Sorry I didn't understand. So you already get the NOA1 , the first notice ? But it take four months? Where did you send to ? 

Yes, my petition is already approved as of June 9th. I just never received the NOA1 (February file receive date) or NOA2 (K1 petition approval) notices in the mail. And it is my understanding that they, at least the NOA2, is required for the Adjustment of status. the mail system is horrible in Mexico (took almost 3 months to get my fiance's Australian police certificate, which arrived today and it was sent certified). I have a better chance of being struck by lightning, then get regular post in this country.  

On 7/2/2017 at 0:05 PM, Ben&Zian said:

i-134 form is correct.

 

We put on the space below the questions "N/A (K-1 Visa Process for Permanent Resident). You can also check "Do not intend to" box as this is more for J-1(internships) and work visas where a company is sponsoring the person and they will give a certain amount annually like a salary.

 

Hello...I made a post yesterday in the K1 forum regarding my questions about the I-134. Can I send you a private message of my questions, or can you go read the one posted and give me your feedback? I thought my stress was done after the petition and 5month wait. But nooooooo.... they keep the stress at a maximum. I'm just surprised more people dont have questions about the Affidavit of Support. 

I have yet to receive the NOA1 OR NOA2. File was received February 9th, and approved June 9th. Fighting with USCIS now to atleast get the NOA2. For them to put so much faith into postal sysytems it's rediculous. 

I posted this on the K1 main page, but I got one response and they said to read the guide. I did gaze at it, but as it's been mentioned, the guides on VJ are outdated and I rather get guidance from those going through or recently went through the application. It's long, so PLEASE, help where you can 

I-134 help needed and any other tips and tricks. Using my father as co sponsor who is retired. 

A- Do I put the USCIS number provided in the NOA1 on part 1 question 10 (USCIS online account number)? What about my father who is the co sponsor?
B- Do I enter information into part 1 question 12? "I am ____ years of age and have resided I-134... 
C- Do I put the USCIS number provided in the NOA1 on part 1 question 10 (USCIS online account number)? What about my father who is the co sponsor?
D- Do I enter information into part 1 question 12? "I am ____ years of age and have resided in the United States since_____"
E - Part 3 Income and Asset Information...do I leave my annual income at zero, as I haven't earned US dollars in 8years? I work and earn local wages in Mexico. For my father, would he put his yearly income her get from his Social Security from retirement? 
F - Part 3 question 26-29...does this pertain to the currant person I am petitioning? As a co sponsor, does my dad also fill this out for my fiance?
G- Question 38..seems like a trick question. Why would anyone check off "I do not intend to make specific contributions"?
H- Parts 5 and 6 and all places that pertain to children (since none are involved), do we leave these all blank, or put N/A into ever single cell? 

Thanknyou for your help. I did look at the guide on here, but it just makes me nervous and it's already been put out there that alot of the guides are outdated. 

I don't earn enough by IRS guidelines to file US taxes. And in Mexico, unless you are self employed, your employer does all taxes for you. There are no returns or owing more. I will mark off 0, and include the last 4 years of work statements (letter explaining my pathetically low salary) from my job and also write a cover letter explaining my situation. 

Thanks again

4 minutes ago, manisali45 said:

Did you call the embassy. I don't know how long we suppose to wait for e mail

I haven't. I will try tomorrow, but I can only call from work. 

27 minutes ago, manisali45 said:

When I check my Caec page it says ready.but we didn't get any e mail from embassy.do I need to call the embassy.

Same here. Imagine doing this horrible process before the internet...or before VJ was created. I wouldn't have gone mad. 

4 minutes ago, SCanchola said:

Oh ok well if you live in Mexico you can have it sent to another state in Mexico. I thought you wanted to come back to the US sorry.

It's cool. I'm a rare case. But I want the op to elaborate on where he saw that people must wait in Juarez for the visa. I'm not paying an arm and a leg and the government is taking away services. 

3 minutes ago, SCanchola said:

If the info is true or not, you still cant leave after your interview. If approved they will keep your passport and wont return it until its ready with the visa and your othet paperwork. Like the other post it can take days to weeks all depends. 

 

But I haven't heard about this at all and I've searching for it as well. 

My fiance and I both live and work in Mexico. We can travel with our Mexican ID's.