Tony and Tillie

Just got my NVC number!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! April 17- May 9-
 
22 days!

Hey John, it's Tillie here. I'm sorry to hear about how your application turned out, but it's good to know that you are moving on.
 
If Tony & I were in your situation, I'd choose CR-1, at this stage. Yes, it will take longer than K-1 but we've already proven that time and distance won't keep us from loving and supporting each other. We've survived and nurtured each other while in a long distance relationship for almost 3 years, what other hurdles can we not overcome together? At this point, I would feel more secured knowing that we are married while we go through the process of finally being physically together. Plus, going through another interview in a different circumstance (from K-1 to CR-1) would be a huge relief. The stress and pressure will definitely be lesser.
 
I wish you all the best in what ever you and Rose decide on. Be persistent in keeping her involved in the decision process. Filipino women are used to being submissive to their man because that's our culture - the man of the house has the final say, most of the time. Do not accept the "what ever you think is best" answer. I'm pretty sure she thinks and feels differently.
 
Good luck to you both. Hang in there.
 
 

been 2 weeks. I called again hahaha. within 6 weeks still

Hey John, it's Tillie here. I'm sorry to hear about how your application turned out, but it's good to know that you are moving on.
 
If Tony & I were in your situation, I'd choose CR-1, at this stage. Yes, it will take longer than K-1 but we've already proven that time and distance won't keep us from loving and supporting each other. We've survived and nurtured each other while in a long distance relationship for almost 3 years, what other hurdles can we not overcome together? At this point, I would feel more secured knowing that we are married while we go through the process of finally being physically together. Plus, going through another interview in a different circumstance (from K-1 to CR-1) would be a huge relief. The stress and pressure will definitely be lesser.
 
I wish you all the best in what ever you and Rose decide on. Be persistent in keeping her involved in the decision process. Filipino women are used to being submissive to their man because that's our culture - the man of the house has the final say, most of the time. Do not accept the "what ever you think is best" answer. I'm pretty sure she thinks and feels differently.
 
Good luck to you both. Hang in there.
 
 

I'm sure Rose would love that, so go for it. A wedding on the beach is nice too. 

Hey John, it's Tillie here. I'm sorry to hear about how your application turned out, but it's good to know that you are moving on.
 
If Tony & I were in your situation, I'd choose CR-1, at this stage. Yes, it will take longer than K-1 but we've already proven that time and distance won't keep us from loving and supporting each other. We've survived and nurtured each other while in a long distance relationship for almost 3 years, what other hurdles can we not overcome together? At this point, I would feel more secured knowing that we are married while we go through the process of finally being physically together. Plus, going through another interview in a different circumstance (from K-1 to CR-1) would be a huge relief. The stress and pressure will definitely be lesser.
 
I wish you all the best in what ever you and Rose decide on. Be persistent in keeping her involved in the decision process. Filipino women are used to being submissive to their man because that's our culture - the man of the house has the final say, most of the time. Do not accept the "what ever you think is best" answer. I'm pretty sure she thinks and feels differently.
 
Good luck to you both. Hang in there.
 
 

All the best to you on your POE. I fly out tomorrow too, and we're both June 30 NOA1.  
 
Last week, I've said my "see you in January 2020" to family and good friends. It was bittersweet. Sad to leave them but excited to come home to my soon-to-be husband. I can't believe we are going to deal with USCIS again in a few weeks. 

All the best to you on your POE. I fly out tomorrow too, and we're both June 30 NOA1.  
 
Last week, I've said my "see you in January 2020" to family and good friends. It was bittersweet. Sad to leave them but excited to come home to my soon-to-be husband. I can't believe we are going to deal with USCIS again in a few weeks. 

Good luck, safe travels and best wishes for a smooth POE to you, @Lotts and @Tony and Tillie!!! 
 
 
 

Good luck girls!!!!!! I am so happy for you. I understand this part is the sad part, but just think of tomorrow when you start off your new life with your love. I want to see pictures!
 
Tomorrow is going to be a beautiful day for all of us. I will be signing off the sale of my house so I am officially free of the last thing that is keeping me here.  

All the best to you on your POE. I fly out tomorrow too, and we're both June 30 NOA1.  
 
Last week, I've said my "see you in January 2020" to family and good friends. It was bittersweet. Sad to leave them but excited to come home to my soon-to-be husband. I can't believe we are going to deal with USCIS again in a few weeks. 

Said goodbye to my oldest and closest friends last night. Had my last roast dinner with them, had a laugh in the pub... Then cried as they each wished me luck. Saying goodbye to my best friend last was heartbreaking. Lost. My. Sh!t.
 
Ed, my cat, has just this second been picked up and is on her way to the cattery for her preflight pampering. 
 
I'm sat at home alone. It's empty... I fly out tomorrow. I'm scared, happy, crying... And cursing at how bad my grey hair and my roots are! Should probably go reapply the purple and turquoise so I actually look like the photos I provided 😂
 
This part is nearly over. 😐 How amazing, yet utterly bewildered this all is.
 
Seriously, go hug your friends and family, if you still can!

I spoke to Rose. We are getting married there in July. I think she and the kids are happy but I still get “whatever you think is best” answer.  Sometimes I wish filipinas weren’t so submissive! Lol

Hey John, it's Tillie here. I'm sorry to hear about how your application turned out, but it's good to know that you are moving on.
 
If Tony & I were in your situation, I'd choose CR-1, at this stage. Yes, it will take longer than K-1 but we've already proven that time and distance won't keep us from loving and supporting each other. We've survived and nurtured each other while in a long distance relationship for almost 3 years, what other hurdles can we not overcome together? At this point, I would feel more secured knowing that we are married while we go through the process of finally being physically together. Plus, going through another interview in a different circumstance (from K-1 to CR-1) would be a huge relief. The stress and pressure will definitely be lesser.
 
I wish you all the best in what ever you and Rose decide on. Be persistent in keeping her involved in the decision process. Filipino women are used to being submissive to their man because that's our culture - the man of the house has the final say, most of the time. Do not accept the "what ever you think is best" answer. I'm pretty sure she thinks and feels differently.
 
Good luck to you both. Hang in there.
 
 

Yes. I know she will go along with what I say no matter what she feels. Right now I am leaning for CR-1. I want her family to be there when she gets married. I want her to be my wife. I want to visit my wife and not my fiancée. I know she wants to share her wedding with her family. I love them all. If we got married here it would be with 5 friends and my 2 kids. There are 22 of her family on a beach in Batangas right now for her sister’s birthday. I want her to share that moment with her family. 

We will, in a few weeks. But that would put us on the May 2018 filers. Will keep a close watch of the April thread, though.
 
@Martin3517
Call NVC 2 weeks after your NOA2 approval date. It took us 16 days to get the NVC case# or MCN. Your fiance can call them too. The process goes pretty quick after NOA2, for PH beneficiaries.

We will, in a few weeks. But that would put us on the May 2018 filers. Will keep a close watch of the April thread, though.
 
@Martin3517
Call NVC 2 weeks after your NOA2 approval date. It took us 16 days to get the NVC case# or MCN. Your fiance can call them too. The process goes pretty quick after NOA2, for PH beneficiaries.

Congrats!
I found this cover sheet online, and it actually doubled as a good checklist. Hope this helps. (Ignore the formatting at the top, it is a table inserted into Word)
I believe G-325A is no longer used. If it is, I didn't send it!
Hopefully this is all that is required, I'm no expert, so take this as advice.
 
 
Your name
Return Address
WACXXXXXXXXXX
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
A-XXXXXXXXX
P.O. Box 805887
your@email.com
Chicago, IL 60680-4120
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence and Adjust Status
Original Submission
To Whom It May Concern,
 
Enclosed are:
·        Form G-1145 e-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
·        Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
·        Form I-864 & I-864a Affidavit of Support & Contract between Sponsor and Household member
·        Form I-131 Application for Travel Document
·        Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization and all supporting documents.
 
Eligibility is based on admission as the fiancé of a U.S. citizen and subsequent marriage to that citizen within 90 days of entry.
 
Contents include:
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
·         Check: Payment in the amount of $1225 (Biometrics fee included)
·         Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
·         Copy of my passport bio & K1 Visa/entry stamp
·         Copy of Form I-797 Notice of Action Approval Notice for I-129F
·         Copy of Electronic Form I-94
·         Copy of my foreign Australian birth certificate
·         Copy of Certified Marriage Certificate
·         DS3025 Completed vaccination documentation
·         Two (2) Passport size photos
 I-864 Affidavit of Support under Section 213A of the Act
·         Form I-864 Affidavit of Support
·         Form I-864a Contract between sponsor & household member
·         Copy of 2017 Federal Income Tax Returns from sponsor & household member
·         Copy of US citizen sponsor’s passport bio page
·         Copy of US citizen sponsor’s birth certificate (to prove relationship to father/household member)
 I-765 Application for Employment Document
·         Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization
·         Copy of my passport bio & K1 Visa/entry stamp
·         Two (2) Passport size photos
 I-131 Application for Travel Document
·         Form I-131 Application for Travel Document
·         Copy of my passport bio & K1 Visa/entry stamp
·         Two (2) Passport size photos
 
Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an Immigration or Consular officer at a later date.
 
Sincerely,
 
Signature
Your name
Date
 

Some people said they sent 2 and no problem, but why not just send 6 so you don't need to worry?

Hey! 
Just a little confused there, do we not send evidence of marriage and ongoing relationship etc in the AOS envelope? 
 

According to the fee section you are an 80 year old refugee 
https://www.uscis.gov/i-131
 
Congrats on your long life. 80 is not bad!
 
You sent them all in the same envelope? 

awesome! i am so excited. I am going back home in June to surprise her again and hoping we will go back the same time!!!

We will, in a few weeks. But that would put us on the May 2018 filers. Will keep a close watch of the April thread, though.
 
@Martin3517
Call NVC 2 weeks after your NOA2 approval date. It took us 16 days to get the NVC case# or MCN. Your fiance can call them too. The process goes pretty quick after NOA2, for PH beneficiaries.

Sent an oversized, heavy suitcase on Thursday (arriving at his today), did my last shift yesterday, staying with friends on the coast this weekend, picking up my passport and visa on Monday, visiting people all over next week, belongings being picked up on Thursday, gotta have a hair colouring session, get my nails did, go see my wax lady for the last time, Ed (my cat) gets picked up a week on Monday, I fly in 10 days. One last roadtrip with my sister. 😢
Oh. Meh. GERD!
 
It's been SO emotional so far. Bittersweet.
Guys, waterproof eyeliner and mascara is an amazing investment. 😂👍
 
To those still waiting, make the most of your friends and family on home soil. This has to be one of the hardest things I have ever done.
I'm off now to hang with my best friends. Planning to spend the afternoon in the sunshine in a beer garden... Enjoying the 78° weather. 
Hey, Americaland... You still stuck in winter over there? 😉
 
Sending you all and your loved ones tonnes of love, hope, and happiness. 
 
The best is yet to come. 💜

Just found this thread, coming over from June 2017 K-1 filers. My new home!
 
I received email & SMS confirm on the 18th, Case status on USCIS case tracker has April 6 as received date and waiting on NOA1 to arrive in mail. Saw my check was cleared from my bank yesterday (19th), I placed it in the mail on the 4th. 
 
Hello my fellow April AOSholes!