Kendall_Suphee

Congrats!!!

Congrats!!! :dance:

Kendall_Suphee,

Would have been a good question to ask at the time she was getting the vaccinations? Or at the medical exam, at which time perhaps she can get the next shot in any that come in a series.

Yodrak

Well... I did... but the "Bangkok Hospital" in Pattaya, supposedly the "good" hospital... has already made mistakes... They signed in the wrong places, (signed for vaccinations she had not had yet) and gave her the polio vaccination 2x... because they gave her the polio vacc alone and then later realized that another vaccination only came paired with the polio vaccine... so, while they have tried to be helpful... they have not inspired much confidence...

Congratulations!!!

I am filing the I-129F for Suphee's K1 visa next week, but I am currently visiting her here in Thailand. She told me that she did not think she had any of the vaccinations on the DS-3025 that I pulled off the US Embassy website for Thailand. So... over the last 4 days, she has had all the vaccinations on the 3025 that I printed from their website...

My question is:

Which of the shots are in a series?

I searched VJ for Vaccinations related RFEs and it looks like others have been required to get a second round of the Td or Tetanus & Diptheria and also the Varicella or Chickenpox. She just had round one ... so I think she needs round 2 for both in 4-6 weeks.

Are there other vaccinations that need another round? I am just trying to help her as much as I can and prepare her for what to expect.... (she was not happy getting these shots)

She was just thrilled to hear that she gets to go back in 4-6 weeks for a few more.

Congratulations!

Thanks... I guess the question should have been:

Is "2/18/07" the filing or post mark date... or the date for the NOA1...?

I can have it sent by 2/18/07, but didn't want to worry about them "getting around to it" after the 2/18 time frame... also figured they would have the mysterious I-129F "2010 expiration" form available somewhere... but I have yet to find it even after clearing the cache on firefox and safari web browsers...

I am preparing my documents to file for the K1 visa and I started reading and I noticed on the top of the I-129F it reads:

"OMB no. 1615-0001; Expires 12/31/06"

Just above the BOLD LETTERS "I-129F, Petition..."

At the USCIS website it has the following:

Petition for Alien Fiance(e)

Purpose of Form :

This form is used to petition to bring your fiancé(e) and that person's children to the United States for marriage to you or to bring your spouse and that person's children (K-3 and K-4 visas, respectively) to the United States to complete processing for permanent resident status (under the LIFE Act and Amendments of 2000); please see section 12 of the Instructions to the form.

Number of Pages :

7

Edition Date :

11/24/06. Prior edition dated 05/23/06 will be acceptable until 02/18/07.

Where to File :

Service Center

Filing Fee :

$170.00

Anyone else notice this? If I file on Feb 2 or 3... Will I be ok? Is a new form expected? Or should I just ignore this... and file and hope for the best?

Just got 3 emails from USCIS that my I129F was approve. I am smiling so hard it hurts.

Congrats! ... I am looking forward to the day!

Well, here is day one. Sent it early this morning. I pray we get no RFE.

Thanks for all the help guys. Hope this goes smooth

Francesco y Sonia.

GOOD LUCK! I file in 2 weeks after I return to the USA from visiting my Fiance in Thailand for the last 2 months... It is going to be hard to leave her and wait the 6-8 months... Again -- best of luck to you!

I am "living" in Thailand on my tourist visa... Does anyone know if the consulate in BKK will approve a I-130 (DCF) for my future wife? If so, then this would be alot faster than me returning to the USA and filing for the K1.

Last night I wrote the US embassy in BKK the following email:

Kendall

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Hello,

I met my Thai fiance here in Thailand in 2005. I have returned on a 2 month tourist visa and would like to marry my Thai fiance here in Thailand. Does the Consulate have instructions in writing that you could email or send to me. I am basically looking for more information about this process before we marry. Is there a packet of information that you could mail to me or that I could pick up in Bangkok before we marry?

Also, will the consulate allow me, a US Citizen, not a resident of Thailand, to file a petition I-130 for my future wife at the consulate, who is a resident and citizen of Thailand?

Respectfully,

Kendall - 22 Jan 2007

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This is what the embassy in BKK sent to my email inquiry....

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The Visa Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok has received your e-mail inquiry. We regret that we are unable to send a personal reply to each inquiry due to the large volume we receive daily. We have found that many of the inquiries we receive are readily answered by information available on various U.S. Government websites and this response is designed to help you access that information quickly.

If, following a review of all information provided, you still have an inquiry regarding a specific issue with a visa case pending at the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, please send an additional email to visasbkk@state.gov with the following information:

* For Immigrant Visa (including Fiancée) Cases: The subject line must contain "2nd IV Inquiry", and the case number (with prefix of BNK or PHP), and the applicant's surname. The first paragraph must include the full names of the petitioner and the applicant, the type of visa, whether the visa is for a Thai or Cambodian national, and your contact information. Please note that we are not able to provide routine status updates on the more than 7,000 cases that we handle annually, nor are we able to respond to routine questions regarding whether or not we have received your case from the NVC.

* For Non-Immigrant Visa Cases: The subject line must contain "2nd NIV Inquiry." If you are writing about a visa refusal, please note that applicants who have been refused visas may reapply at any time.

· BUSINESS TRAVEL: if you have a business-related visa question, please send an email to the Business Visa Officer at Bangkokbusinesstravel@state.gov.

Effective January 19, 2006, all non immigrant visa applicants must complete the DS-156 electronic visa application form (EVAF), which can be filled out online and printed by visiting the website http://evisaforms.state.gov. Please remember to print all three pages of the form, including the third page with bar code.

IMMIGRANT VISA INFORMATION (visas for permanent immigration to the USA)

There is no walk-up information window for immigrant visa-related matters at the Embassy. Please refer to the websites below.

· U.S. Department of State: http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/immigrants_1340.html

o Information to help foreign citizens desiring to permanently immigrate to determine the visas, requirements, and related materials they will need to apply to immigrate to the United States. Includes information on marriage and fiancée visas.

· U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS): http://uscis.gov/graphics/services/index.htm

o The USCIS is responsible for the filing and approval of all immigrant visa petitions, and this website contains comprehensive information on all immigration issues.

* USCIS Bangkok Office information: http://uscis.gov/graphics/fieldoffices/index.htm

* You can call U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) toll-free for automated information and live assistance concerning immigration services and benefits. The number is: 1 (800) 375-5283. In Bangkok, the USCIS office is open to the public 8:30am to 11:30am and 12:00pm to 3:30pm. They are available for telephone inquiries until 3:30pm at [66] (2) 205-5352.

· U.S. Embassy Bangkok: http://bangkok.usembassy.gov.

o Immigrant visa interview appointment information

o Immigrant Visa Application Forms (Packet 3 documents)

o Cambodian immigrant visa processing information

Additional Telephone and Office Contact Information

· U.S. State Department Visa Office: Information is available to the public by telephone at the Visa Services, Public Inquiries Division at telephone (202) 663-1225 or by FAX at 202 663-3899. The telephone number provides the caller with a selection of pre-recorded information and the ability to talk to a visa specialist during business hours.

· To reach the State Department's National Visa Center (immigrant visa inquiries for cases pending with the NVC) call: 603-334-0700 (in USA) or send an Email to NVCInquiry@state.gov

· To reach the Kentucky Consular Center (Diversity Visa inquiries only) call: 606-526-7500 (in USA)

NON IMMIGRANT VISA INFORMATION (Tourist, Business, Academic Travel)

· U.S. Department of State: http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/temp_1305.html

o Information regarding non immigrant visa types, the Visa Waiver Program, and U.S. visa law (including information about visa denials and INA Section 214(B)

· U.S. Embassy Bangkok: http://bangkok.usembassy.gov.

o Information to apply for a non immigrant visa in Bangkok

o Frequently Asked Non Immigrant Visa Questions in Bangkok

o Electronic Visa Application Form (EVAF)

All applicants for tourist and business visas must book an appointment online at http://thailand.us-visaservices.com or over the phone by calling 001-800-13-202-2457. Fees are charged for these services. Please note that there is no walk-in visa information service available at the embassy.

EXPEDITE POLICY:

The Embassy expedites legitimate business and educational/exchange travel (F, J, M visas), as well as travel for medical emergencies, on a case-by-case basis. F, J, and M visa applicants requesting expedited appointments must show that they would otherwise miss the beginning of their courses/programs if not allowed to expedite the visa process. Such applicants must have a valid I-20 or DS-2019 form.

If you have already scheduled an appointment for a visa interview but need to have an earlier appointment, you may send an email to visasbkk@state.gov. The email subject line must read: Request to Expedite a Non-Immigrant Visa Appointment. Please include appointment confirmation number, full name, contact telephone number, and the reason an earlier appointment is required.

PLEASE NOTE: If you do not receive an email response from the visa section within 5 working days, you should assume your request for an expedited appointment has been denied. Do not send other emails to follow up on your original request.

For medical emergencies involving a sick parent, spouse, sibling, or child, please obtain a letter from the patient's physician describing the patient's medical condition. The visa unit will contact you if an early appointment can be given.

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A few hours later ... the embassy wrote this email to me:

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Dear Sir,

If you plan to get married with you fiancée, in order to apply for an immigrant visa or the K-3 fiancé visa for your wife, you may have to file the petition with the USCIS office, not the U.S. Embassy. For K-3 visa, the petitioner has to file the petition with the USCIS office in the U.S. only.

For more information on filing of the petition, you may visit this website;

http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/ty...types_1315.html

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Again... this wasn't too helpful either....

I think I will return to the USA and file the K1 as originally planned...

Anyone think or had other experiences when applying with a tourist visa?

Yes you can use your disability income as income on the I-134

Means Tested Benefits Cannot Be Considered Income

Q: Can a petitioner's or joint sponsor's SSI benefits be counted as income?

A: No. SSI benefits cannot be considered when computing the sufficiency of the I-864 (A sufficient I-864 is one that meets the minimum income requirement).

Q: Can disability benefits be considered as income?

A: Yes.

Q: Can Social Security Benefits (not SSI) be considered as income?

A: Yes.

Q: Can income from unemployment benefits or worker's compensation be considered as income for I-864 purposes?

A: UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Unemployment benefits are normally temporary in nature and would not meet the criteria of sustainable income. Such benefits should therefore not be considered for I-864 purposes.

WORKER'S COMPENSATION: If the sponsor can demonstrate that s/he will return to previous employment at the same salary level (or a level that meets public charge concerns) upon completion of medical treatment, worker's compensation could be counted toward the current year's income. Like unemployment benefits, worker's comp is generally of a temporary and finite nature.

http://seoul.usembassy.gov/affidavit_of_su...3.html#nineteen

Thank you very much... I looked for a long time and could not find any credible info. That will be one less thing to worry about.

I am "living" in Thailand on my tourist visa... Does anyone know if the consulate in BKK will approve a I-130 (DCF) for my future wife? If so, then this would be alot faster than me returning to the USA and filing for the K1.

I am a Veteran with a service connected disability. Last year (2006) I did not work, therefore, my income tax return for 2006 will be for $0.00. I do however, meet the 125% poverty level of income required if you count my tax-free disability pay from the Veterans Administration.

Does anyone know if this will be a problem. Is this income acceptable? Do I need to start delivering Pizzas at night for Dominoes to meet the income requirement? or Possibly use a co-sponsor or alternate sponsor... I just do not want my $0 tax return to throw up a red flag.

Kendall & Suphee