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    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    1 hour ago, Meisha&Jake said:

    I havent enquired about booking my medical yet - going to call tomorrow (left it too late today as when i had finished applying for my ACRO police report, it was gone 6pm back in the UK so the doctors was shut)

     

    @Tpienkowski enquired & the next available for Knightsbridge medical was 12th June

    Wow so perhaps interviews will be in July or so. What is the process with ACRO. Just your birth information, and then you immediately get the report?

    1 hour ago, HTMW said:

    Seeing a couple approvals for 10/16; happy to see movement! 

     

    LET IT RAIN!!!

    awesome!

    London K1. A complete guide. (Do Not Post Questions in Thread)

    in United Kingdom

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    2 minutes ago, Wuozopo said:

    That is correct but you would pay for a civil surgeon in the US to fill out a new official form. Some won't do that without doing the full exam again and TB skin test. You could spend $250 in the US if you wait. If everything gets on the official form at Knightsbridge, you likely can use that for your AOS. Many do. Some people get bad interviewers for AOS who don't know the rules. It varies a lot. 

    Ahh now I get it. Thank you

    London K1. A complete guide. (Do Not Post Questions in Thread)

    in United Kingdom

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    35 minutes ago, Wuozopo said:

     

    Get your shots anywhere you wish. NHS may do them free. Can go to a travel clinic, Boots, Sainsbury's. Just get documentation of the shot, your name, date.

    This guide is old and links are broken, procedure changed, but the shot info is still accurate.  

    Okay, I thought they would need those before AOS, and so they could get them here in the U.S. I did not think they needed to get them before the K1 interview.  Thanks for the information :)

    London K1. A complete guide. (Do Not Post Questions in Thread)

    in United Kingdom

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    On 1/8/2014 at 9:30 AM, Nich-Nick said:

    Wheatley and Nich-Nick have collaborated on this new guide. Because the mods want pinned threads to be for information only, please don't post your individual questions in this thread. Read it carefully and if you don't understand something or have a unique issue then start a new thread with your question. Keep this thread clear of your progress, fears, joys, and frustrations. If anything changes in London, we will add information. The basic guide, once posted, can not be edited by either of us, so read to the end in case there are corrections

    Pre-NOA2 Preparation

    US Petitioner

    1. Order your IRS Tax Transcript - Tax transcripts are an excellent source of evidence for your I-134 Affidavit of Support. They're certified by the IRS. You only need the most recent one.
    2. Start getting the I-134 ready with the supporting documents [e.g. proof of income].London will accept any proof on an I-134 that clearly shows income. Some ways besides a tax return/transcript are employer letter, pay stubs, pension letter, or banks statements showing direct deposits. Pick two. You don’t need to prove income five different ways. If you have a new job or earn more income since your tax return, then an employer letter and recent pay stubs are a better choice than a weak tax return. This one has to be sent the old-fashioned way with a “wet” signature on it. Copies of the form aren't accepted, but your proof of income can be scans or photocopies.
    3. London does not typically want to see relationship evidence. In the majority of cases they haven't asked for it. If it gives you peace of mind, get some photos printed but don't panic over it at all. Nor do they want to see your NOA2 or a photocopy of the I-129F packet– what do you think they have in front of them?

    UK Beneficiary

    1. Go get your photos done. You're going to need 2x UK size and 1x US size. The two UK size photos are for your Medical and for your Police Certificate. Your US size one is for the Embassy – no longer do you need 2 of them, only one as they scan them in digitally. US size photos can be done at most photo booths at a cost of around £7 for 4 photos.
    2. Go to your NHS doctor and get the immunizations you will need for Adjustment of Status. You can get a K1 visa without having any shots, but you will need them before AOS. It’s extremely wise to take care of it before getting to the US so you can avoid civil surgeon hassles and $$$. Many NHS doctors will do them for free, but they are not obligated to do so for immigration purposes. Get the shots documented by your doctor to take to your visa medical exam. If your doctor should say you don’t need something on this list, remember you have to go by US rules and that differs from UK standards. Here are the shots needed for 19 through 59 years of age:
      • Td or Tdap - Tetanus/diptheria/pertussis or get DT, DTP or DtaP and it will be accepted for AOS also. The latest shot must be no longer than 10 years ago or you need a booster. If you have a record of receiving pertussis, then the Td is okay for the booster.
      • MMR - (if born in 1957 or later)-Mumps/measles/rubella. It's two doses in your life, but if you get the first dose, and 4 weeks haven't passed by your medical, they will waive the second dose for "insufficient time interval". If you only had one dose as a child, get a second one before the medical.
      • Varicella - Not routinely given in the UK . A history of having chickenpox excuses you from the shot. They take your word for it at the visa medical exam.
      • Influenza – Required during flu season only, October 1 through March 31. This was a new recommendation dated November 2010 for all ages over 6 months. Older lists will say flu shots for over age 50. It changed. The list on the London embassy website is out of date since 2009. Don’t follow it.
    3. Get all your documents together. Here is a link to London’s list of required documents. Be sure to click any links that say “please follow this link for more information” or you may miss details particular to you. Below are some links on how to get these documents or replacements of them:
      Police Certificate
      Birth, Marriage and Divorce Certificates
      Military Records
    4. Finally, make sure your passport is in order – You need to make sure you have at least 8 months until the expiry date on it, preferably more. If you've damaged it or gotten it wet, or the edges are wrinkled, it will need to be renewed. London is fussy about that.

    To confirm, does the BENEFICIARY have to get the shots there or are you saying it will be cheaper? 

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    12 minutes ago, Meisha&Jake said:

    You should hear in a couple of weeks hopefully!

    Here is the United Kingdom sub-thread (but note some info out of date) - 

     

    Yes, I am not in a hurry at this point. I am still reeling from the stress of waiting on the NOA2! Thanks @Meisha&Jake for the guide info.. Does it seem as if they are backlogged on either the medical appointments or interviews?

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    Just now, JMCKNG said:

    Thank you for the encouragement!I would think the same, because there basically isn't anything else I can give them after contacting the court to see what we can do to give them exactly what they want. I would as well think that USISC would have to understand every state and county have different regulations and just need to be aware of what they in order to proceed. 

    Exactly! I have to encourage you all as l was close to having a nervous breakdown.. haha! The wait was horrible, but in retrospect, it was short. I am just impatient. I am still waiting to be assigned a NVC number... but I am not even contacting them until end of month. I need a break from the stress. 

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    5 minutes ago, Meisha&Jake said:

    Thank you! Whats the latest with your case?? Are you waiting for NVC number?

     

    From NOA2 to NVC receiving & case number assigned it took 25 days which i think is bloody fantastic!!! 

     

    Im not 100% certain on documents needed yet as we have been referring to the ‘Guides’ section on here - I dont want to list incase i miss something but deffo check out the guide!! :) We need to go over it again

    Mine was approved on 4/27 and received in the mail about 5/3. So I am not even checking for an NVC case number yet! I have more time. I think probably I will check at the end of the month. Where can I find the guide section for London?

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

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    6 minutes ago, JMCKNG said:

    That is great news to hear! The RFE was due to my Divorce Decree not having the judge's signature to prove the termination of my previous marriage, but that is due to my County that I live in being an "Electronically Filing" County. I called the Court in which they then gave me a "Certified with the County" stamped decree along with reference to the Wisconsin Supreme Court Statue stating that as of July 2016 we became an electronically filed county with documentation from court officials. The Decree as well is 13 pages stating everything included in the Findings of Facts Conclusion. 

     

    I would think pretty straight forward? Thoughts?

    This is what I am saying. Most ppl on here received straightforward or even "silly" RFE's in some case. You will be fine. Just hang in there. I did not do a great job of waiting.. Ppl on here pulled me back when I was about to plunge.. I am still here lurking, and rooting for you all @JMCKNG

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    Just now, JMCKNG said:

    Okay adding in the working day makes sense, then I stand at day 6 currently, hoping within the next week or two! Fingers crossed!! 

    Yes.. Mine was received on 4/19 and approved on 4/27. So that is 8 days including the weekend. So it would technically be 6 working days. So you are still within those 15 days. It has been rather consistent. So as many on here have told me before, and I will pass it on to you! It will come.. Do you mind sharing what you got "RFE" for? The simpler it is, the better. Then again all the RFEs I have heard of in this forum have been pretty simple @JMCKNG

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    Just now, Meisha&Jake said:

    Yeah we got our case number on 14th May & its already at London Embassy, couldnt believe it!!!! 😁 

     

    Im enquiring about booking my medical for late June when im home from Jakes. Then hoping to book interview middle of July :)

     

    I think we are very fortunate to have a speedy & seemingly relaxed consulate!! 

    That is exciting! I am happy for you! So for that consulate we need the medical, police record and the DS160 filled out, right? How long did it take from NOA2 approve to NVC Case assigned and from NVC case assigned to consulate?

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    54 minutes ago, JMCKNG said:

    Ahhh 9 days since our RFE Evidence was received status change and I'm fixated on my application in order to refresh by the hour :( What are the trends from fellow RFE receivers for when you received an NOA2 after the RFE evidence was received?

     

    I need to rest my mind at ease, I was hoping for POE in July for my fiance..hopefully still possible..

    Anywhere between 7-15 working. Even checking @DanielP latest scans, the trend still seems to be consistent @JMCKNG

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    4 hours ago, HTMW said:

    Totally lol - I simply called just to see if my case has been assigned yet and the lady I spoke with was incredibly rude. She actually told me I'm still within normal processing times (7 months just passed) and we literally had a back and forth about how to count seven months. She said 6, I said 7 and it just kept going. Case still not assigned, no big deal - if i'm left behind for months then so be it - nothing I can do.... It is what it is.

    That’s ridiculous and discouraging 

    October 2017 I-129F Filers, Part III

    in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports

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    6 minutes ago, DonAnn said:

    Thank you.  I am feeling okay... I decided not to torture myself today by constantly checking websites and apps or calling USCIS. I am hoping to wait patiently until next Wednesday when I hit 7 months and 1 day. If I don't get a response by then they will certainly get tired of me because I will contact everybody...

    That is good to know. I am rooting for you! 

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