Hughlyn

1 hour ago, ThomasNC1988 said:

I think it could have some validity just because it's not the norm in America or anywhere else that I am aware of for men to marry much older women and when the are judging relationships they are looking for things that don't fit the norm. However I agree 100 percent that it matters greatly what embassy you are dealing with when it comes to age gap as well as almost every other issue.

Age gaps was never a reason for a denial that I have seen. Has anyone watched 90 day finance ? 19 her (Philippines) and he as 54+.

28 minutes ago, Megan&Daniel said:

It took 8 years for my ex to sign divorce papers. He was purposely trying to torture me. We separated June of 2008. I met Dan Dec 19th 2105. My divorce was finalized Aug 16th 2016. I did not get an RFE for this and sorry to hear that you did. I would submit info that states when you separated, which should already be in your divorce decree. Good Luck!

My decree does not state when we separated just that we were divorced on this day etc. She moved out and left April 2017 which will be a deceleration response in my RFE. My Ex knows about my new fiance and is not happy but she has always been a drama queen which is one of the reason we ended out relationship. I almost would want the embassy to call her but then again who knows what she would lie about lol.

29 minutes ago, brandonflude1 said:

 

I have a feeling OP received an RFE due to only filling this in.

 

I think if you spend timing typing up a document and attaching it, scanning passports and travel stamps, you should be fine. All they want is proof you are a real couple and have met. 

 

The only requirement is that you are free to marry when you submit the I-129F.

 

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edit: This also says he visited on Dec 4th to Dec 21st of 2018. Unless you're a time traveller, this hasn't happened yet lol - this may be a reason you were flagged.

Yes ,we sent copies of all airline tickets, pictuers, etc and lots of evidence.

6 minutes ago, Hughlyn said:

So at the time this was filled it, it was accurate. However I have been here on teh dates below and also plan going there end of htis month.

 

October 14 2017 - October 19,2017

December 4, 2017- December 20,2017

January 14,2018- march 11, 2018

June 28- 2018-July 23, 2018

So to answer this RFE... i feel the response should be honest and to the points. such as:

I have been separated from my ex-wife since April 2017 when our relationship ended and our divorce was finalized on February 8th 2018.

Lyn and I did indeed meet on Facebook on June 2017 through a mutual friend and we became close friends. Our friendship grew stronger turning into a great relationship.  We met in person several times (See dates below) that strengthened our relationship. 

I proposed to Lyn for marriage on March 11th, 2018 and filed the petition on April 2018.  Since then I have also been to the Philippines to see Lyn in June 2018 through July 2018.  I have spent over 5 months in person with Lyn and plan to be at the embassy interview.

October 14 2017 - October 19,2017
December 4, 2017- December 20,2017
January 14,2018- march 11, 2018 
June 28- 2018-July 23, 2018

13 minutes ago, Damara said:

Do you have a copy of what you sent? Can you please post exactly what your response was to #54- editing out of course names/personally identifying info. 

 

 

 

 

So at the time this was filled it, it was accurate. However I have been here on teh dates below and also plan going there end of htis month.

October 14 2017 - October 19,2017

December 4, 2017- December 20,2017

January 14,2018- march 11, 2018

June 28- 2018-July 23, 2018

2 minutes ago, geowrian said:

The RFE is either asking for evidence that you met in person and/or that you did not meet through an  IMB. I've seen the "circumstances of meeting" header for both cases.

 

Just saying you met through facebook may have been insufficient for the IO...you normally don't just message a random person on fb and start a relationship. I think they may want more details to ensure it wasn't through an IMB.

 

Also, they could be requesting evidence of meeting at least once within the 2 years prior to filing the petition, as required by IMBRA. What evidence of meeting in person within that timeframe did you provide?

I have provided evidence of all the times we met in person (Dates below) To include airline boarding passes and many pictures.

IN PERSON DATES ARE:

October 14 2017 - October 19,2017
December 4, 2017- December 20,2017
January 14,2018- march 11, 2018 
June 28- 2018-July 23, 2018

1 minute ago, Hughlyn said:

met in person during the 2yrs immediately before filing this petition. During means anytime from the date filed- 2yrs prior. Doesnt matter if it was 1yr and 11 months or 1 week. They are both DURING the 2yrs immediately before the petition was filed. ------------ All the times we met, OCT 2017, DEC 2017, JAN to March 2018 evidence (plan tickets.. pictures.. etc) have been provided which was prior to my petetion on APRL 2018.

 

describe the circumstances of your inperson meeting....Attach evidence to demonstrate you were in each others physical presence during the required 2yr period. ----------- yes.. ll the times we met, OCT 2017, DEC 2017, JAN to March 2018 evidence (plan tickets.. pictures.. etc) have been provided which was prior to my petetion on APRL 2018.

 

You are also combining 2 different issues. One is establishing you met in person during the 2 yr period. The other is establishing a bonafide relationship. Showing you were separated but not officially divorced is the latter.  (and yes- you can submit the 129f and state you met in person and began a relationship while still legally married. You CAN NOT however submit the 129f unless you are free to marry hence the attny statement that they can not deny you because you didnt file the 129f while married therefore ineligible is true but not your issue. USCIS did not state anything about you not being eligible to file because you were still married. ----------------- Yes I was officially divorced in FEB 2018. SHe moved out APRIL 2017 and filed for the divorce in NOV 2017.

 

good info, please reply

 

correct, texas is 30 days

Here are the times I been there so far.

October 14 2017 - October 19,2017
December 4, 2017- December 20,2017
January 14, 2018- march 11, 2018 
June 28- 2018-July 23, 2018

That is A LOT of time after I was seperated and also officially divorced. Keep in mine my petition was received on APRIL 26th ,2018

9 minutes ago, Damara said:

@Hughlyn Again please read the form and instructions carefully and interpret literally.

 

met in person during the 2yrs immediately before filing this petition. During means anytime from the date filed- 2yrs prior. Doesnt matter if it was 1yr and 11 months or 1 week. They are both DURING the 2yrs immediately before the petition was filed.

 

describe the circumstances of your inperson meeting....Attach evidence to demonstrate you were in each others physical presence during the required 2yr period. 

 

You are also combining 2 different issues. One is establishing you met in person during the 2 yr period. The other is establishing a bonafide relationship. Showing you were separated but not officially divorced is the latter.  (and yes- you can submit the 129f and state you met in person and began a relationship while still legally married. You CAN NOT however submit the 129f unless you are free to marry hence the attny statement that they can not deny you because you didnt file the 129f while married therefore ineligible is true but not your issue. USCIS did not state anything about you not being eligible to file because you were still married. 

met in person during the 2yrs immediately before filing this petition. During means anytime from the date filed- 2yrs prior. Doesnt matter if it was 1yr and 11 months or 1 week. They are both DURING the 2yrs immediately before the petition was filed. ------------ All the times we met, OCT 2017, DEC 2017, JAN to March 2018 evidence (plan tickets.. pictures.. etc) have been provided which was prior to my petetion on APRL 2018.

describe the circumstances of your inperson meeting....Attach evidence to demonstrate you were in each others physical presence during the required 2yr period. ----------- yes.. ll the times we met, OCT 2017, DEC 2017, JAN to March 2018 evidence (plan tickets.. pictures.. etc) have been provided which was prior to my petetion on APRL 2018.

You are also combining 2 different issues. One is establishing you met in person during the 2 yr period. The other is establishing a bonafide relationship. Showing you were separated but not officially divorced is the latter.  (and yes- you can submit the 129f and state you met in person and began a relationship while still legally married. You CAN NOT however submit the 129f unless you are free to marry hence the attny statement that they can not deny you because you didnt file the 129f while married therefore ineligible is true but not your issue. USCIS did not state anything about you not being eligible to file because you were still married. ----------------- Yes I was officially divorced in FEB 2018. SHe moved out APRIL 2017 and filed for the divorce in NOV 2017.

good info, please reply

4 minutes ago, payxibka said:

I was thinking you bumped into a mandatory cooling off period after the divorce but in Texas that is only 30 days

correct, texas is 30 days

11 minutes ago, Damara said:

OMG I cant believe you spoke to an attny and that was the response they gave you...actually I do believe it. Was this a 'paid consultation'? Probably not- so you got a cut and paste answer. If you send that as a response you will be DENIED and end up going back to the attny who will gladly charge you to take your 'complicated case'...  

 

First- what your attny told you is correct but it is not the whole picture. Yes, they can not deny you because you did not file the petition while married. But uhh so what? What does that have to do with your issue? 

 

You need to read the forms and follow literally. The questions on the 129f (#53 #54) says have you and fiance met IN PERSON during 2yrs prior and to describe the circumstances of your IN PERSON meeting.

 

Meeting on FB is not in person. So you did not answer the question- hence the RFE and your proposed answer still does not address the IN PERSON meeting so you will be denied for not proving/describing in person meeting. Read the post above where debbiedoo said what she wrote. Notice the part about when they met in person and how your statement lacks such.

 

USCIS will not make assumptions and will only acknowledge what you state (even if its obvious- they just wont connect the dots) you need to lay it out in simple terms. So you told them you 'met' (and to them met refers to met in person) so you met according to your petition June 17 while you were still married since you divorced Feb 18. 

 

Change your response and include evidence of the in person meeting. Be cautious using that attny again. 

Hope this helps!

 

 

First- what your attny told you is correct but it is not the whole picture. Yes, they can not deny you because you did not file the petition while married. But uhh so what? What does that have to do with your issue?  ------------- a lot of people have not met them in person for 2 years in fact many a year. I'm looking into the case now. My lawyer said I needed to establish also when the ex left and was no longer living with me which is important. That was APR 2017 before I even met Lyn. I could say April 2011 and its not like they will call her however I will always be honest.

1 minute ago, Going through said:

They are after you proving it's a bonafide established relationship with face-time.

Oh, that is not an issue. I have over 5 months in Philliines with all copies of airline tickets, over 4K of pics and 100's of videos. We submitted pics of each trip and have more form othe other trips I took in June and July. Also going again this month.

Well after speaking to a lawyer, i was informed that legally they have no ground to deny the petition unless I submitted the petition while I was still married. That is not the case. The official divorce date was FEB 8th, 2018. The petition was not submitted until APRIL 26th, 2018. That is good news. Additionally, the EX moved out before I even met Lyn online.

48 minutes ago, Rich817! said:

Just asking is this for a K1 visa?

Yes it is.

I proposed 30+ days after the official divorce. no hole dug in my eyes as I'm eligible period. I just don't understand what they are after.

RFE STATED WORD FOR WORD:

You Indicated that you met the beneficiary on Facebook on or about Jun 19th, 2017 (which is true), however based on your divorce decree your marriage terminated on Feb 8th, 2018. (which is true) Please clarify the circumstances under which you and the beneficiary met to establish the relationship.

In my letter on intent I clearly stated that met her several times on a close friend basis as we bonded very well and had spent lots of time together and discussing life's challenges and getting closer. Also that I proposed to her on March 11th, 2018.

Facts: I been separated with my ex way before Feb 8th (due to her adultery twice) though it was not finalized until FEB 8th, 2018. I did not propose to Lyn until March 11th ( 30+ days). I been to the philippines to see her for a total time of 5 months. 3.5 months before i proposed. I also plan on going back DEC this year for another moth. I really dont know what they are after as this question does not come up much. However my response will be....

"Lyn and I did indeed meet on Facebook on June 2017 and we became close friends. As the time went on we became very close friends as our friendship grew stronger turning into a relationship.  Lyn and I supported each other in life's challenges. We met several times in person and continued our relationship as it grew stronger. I been separated from my ex-wife for some time which was finally finalized on Feb 8th, 2018. I proposed to Lyn for marriage on March 11th, 2018. I have spent over 5 months in person with Lyn and also plan to be at the embassy interview with your blessing."

Suggestions ? Has anyone seen this issue before ?

I need to edit it but it will not allow me so I would like to delete it

RFE STATED WORD FOR WORD:

So the reason it was delayed is because of they need an RFE. So upset..... The only thing I can think of is due to me checking yes to a criminal history... Dwi in 1991...communication harassment... Ex wife in 1991....both guilty due to lack of money.... 2007 breach of computer security ( not guilty.. Recieved deferred adjudication)... But I did not put an explanation. I think ibjist checked yes. So curious of the real RFE request

On 9/30/2018 at 6:30 PM, Jenna Ting said:

It's better you find out the processes of booking a medical exam and interview date in your country Or you might make a mistake. Don't get the police clearance so early, they might ask for a new " recent" police clearance. Here in my country, I found out the steps to book the medical exam and interview aren't the way like the instruction showed. We don't need to submit DS160 prior to "schedule" the interview date .Actually, you can pre-act to fill out DS160 now but don't submit it. Get what you need to fill in it before you start to do it.

On 10/28/2018 at 2:44 AM, Margeee said:

We’re at 262 days already and our case is still pending. 

 

You’re still within the normal processing time. Be patient 

12 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

You best be writing that check. There are many here willing to take that bet.

So you think she will be here in USA before Christmas? I hope so man

It's not to move things faster but to ensure all the checks are done correctly 

On 9/28/2018 at 8:14 PM, geowrian said:

Transferred cases generally take longer. Or at the very least, the estimate provided on VJ looks at other people with TSC -> CSC cases to make the estimate, which is a very small sample size (others who incorrectly put TSC transferred to CSC).

On 9/29/2018 at 11:25 AM, carmel34 said:

Once your petition is approved, you need to understand that there will be months of waiting after that before an interview for a visa happens.  Look at the average wait times on VJ AFTER NOA2.  It usually takes a month or sometimes two for the case to be sent by USCIS to NVC, then more time before a NVC case number is assigned.  More forms need to be completed, documents submitted, fees paid by the beneficiary at the NVC stage.  Then after all this is done and complete, NVC sends the file to the appropriate consulate abroad where the interview will be scheduled.  More time to wait.  Based on average VJ member wait times, you will have a few months AFTER the petition is approved before the interview, most likely next year sometime.  Study the process and look at NVC to interview threads and you will see how long those stages can take.  You're getting ahead of yourself by assuming that after the petition is approved that is the end of the process.  The NVC step, and then interview step, can both takes weeks or months.  If all goes well, you may get an interview in January or February of 2019 but the whole thing is so unpredictable.  Good luck with the waiting... it's not fun.

On 9/29/2018 at 2:54 PM, jakejon said:

Hey!! 

 

I was approved last Friday and getting my visa on Monday!! Took 279 days without any RFE’s (visa in hand). I wouldn’t recommend making plans whatsoever as you never know whether you’ll get an RFE (if and when). Make plans for interviewing when you get NOA2. Ours took 184 days which is a god send, no RFE. Times aren’t getting shorter. Just play it by ear. I near fell to my knees when we got approved last Friday in London. I know it’s tough! 

 

Good luck, 

Jon 

Yes I changed my plans. I will gobthere once the noa2 is approved. It could be tomorrow or another 40+ days... 

Wow I never seen 262 days, was there an RFE request ?

I'm currently at 184 days and I'm seeing people with very similar timelines and terms of the CSC and submit it to the Philippines who are going to noa2 already at 172 to 180 days. I wonder if some files are looked at first for a reason or maybe mine got misplaced in a stack on someone's table. 

Frustrated 🤪

Also, she has never been tested for any STD. I asked her to get tested prior to the medical exam to ensure she has nothing. Also, if she does she can be honest and tell them she does which is best policy. 

If she does not get tested prior and she tells them she has no STD as she never has been tested, it could be viewed as she is lying in the rare event she actually does.

Suggestions ?

So my fiancé had her vaccinations when she was 8 but does not sure if she can get records of them from that long ago.

Q: Should this be a concern or should she just get them again if possible ?

Also what medical reasons will create a denial. I understand things such as chlamydia, genital warts, genital herpes, gonorrhea, or any particular one ? I do understand  aids  is certainly a denial. I suspect if she does not test positive (which I’m sure she wont) it will not be an issue but I’m very curious.

What other medical reasons would create a denial that can be tested prior to NOA2