Ebose

On 4/16/2020 at 1:33 PM, Greenbaum said:

For Adjustment of Status you will submit the following forms:  

 

I-485; https://www.uscis.gov/i-485

 

I-864; https://www.uscis.gov/i-864

 

I-693;  https://www.uscis.gov/i-693

 

I-944;  https://www.uscis.gov/i-944

 

 

Optional forms (both are free to file when included with the I-485):

 

I-131 (Advance Parole);  https://www.uscis.gov/i-131

 

I-765 (Employment Authorization Document);  https://www.uscis.gov/i-765

 

 

Required Forms, and required accompanying evidence

 

The I-485 is filed for the Conditional Green Card, which has two-year validity.  It is to be accompanied by the I-864, Affidavit of Support and the I-693, Medical Examination and Vaccination Record.

 

I-485 is to be completed by visa beneficiary after marriage.  You will need a certified copy of your marriage certificate.  You can get this form the County Recorder or Clerk of Court depending on the process for the state where you were married.  I would suggest getting at least three copies of the certified marriage certificate as you will need a copy for the I-485 then for SSA.  You also need to include a copy of your I-797 Approval Notices (NOA1 & NOA2).

 

I-864 is for the financial support and is completed (for the most part) by the USC spouse.  This form is to be accompanied by a copy of your most recent tax return (tax transcript from the IRS is preferred by USCIS) and W2.   Including 3 years of tax returns is optional, not required.  DO NOT submit copies of state tax returns.

 

I-693 You take this form and the DS-3025 Vaccination Record to a Civil Surgeon (from the USCIS list).  The Civil Surgeon will transcribe the DS-3025 vaccinations to the I-693, then the I-693 will be put in a sealed envelope and given to you to accompany the I-485.   A new medical examination is NOT required, your medical from St. Luke's is valid for ONE year.

 

I-944 Form I-944, Declaration of Self-Sufficiency, is used by an individual to demonstrate that he or she is not inadmissible based on the public charge ground (Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) section 212(a).

 

 

Eligibility Category for K-1:  (c)(9)   you must use this category to have the filing fee waived.

 

 

How to pay the fees:   https://www.uscis.gov/fees

 

Optional Forms

(these two documents normally arrive on one card, referred to as a Combo card.  The filing fee for the below two documents is waived when filed with the I-485)

 

I-131 is Advance Parole, I refer to it as an Emergency Travel Card.  It is not a temporary green card. 

 

I-765 Work Authorization, with this card you will first go to the SSA office to update the SS card and get your record updated to show you are authorized to work.  You can then seek employment. 

How long does it take for approval of the EAD application?

 

Approximately 60-90 days after submitting the I-765 (and I-131) application you will receive a BIOMETRIC appointment.  Approximately 60-90 days after biometrics your EAD/AP application is usually adjudicated.  If approved the card will then be processed and mailed to you.

Hello Greenbaum,

Thank you for your kind help from day 1, I’m in U.S now we got married before the lockdown but couldn’t get the certificate because all offices are closed, I can’t even get the wedding certificate online.

My major issue is that my K1 visa expires in 2 weeks, I can’t file AOS because I do not have a certificate,all I have is the marriage liscence. What do you advice I do, I don’t want to be sent back, I already got married within the 90 days mark but can’t just file AOS yet. 
will I get in trouble with USCIS?

will there be repercussions like Sending me back to Nigeria?

please help me because I’m confused.

Thank you soooo much

On 1/27/2020 at 7:02 PM, Greenbaum said:

I agree with @missileman. 

 

You would be best served if you were to become a member of your sub-forum here on VJ. You will get first hand "boots on the ground" answers to your question. Morocco is a very difficult embassy and we have seen AP last for some for 6 months.

Hello greenbaum, 

Thank you for your help.

I interviewed for k1 visa In Lagos Nigeria exactly 2 weeks ago and I was approved.

I am tracking my passport with website but it still says passport is with embassy.

I'm  supposed to travel in 2 days. What do i do. I don't know who to call. 

Must the whole process be this tiring 

21 hours ago, Ebose said:

Thank you for this information 

The earliest interview date is 28th January 2020.😔😔

Is it possible to get an earlier date?

Thank you for this information 

On 2/13/2019 at 3:36 AM, Greenbaum said:

Scheduling the interview can take 1 to 3 months as the schedule is booked that far out. Once you pay the $265USD visa fee at GTB Bank, you can go online to schedule an appointment at www.ustraveldocs.com You can get the forms online at http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/immigrant_visa_forms.html No need to go to the consulate to pick up forms. Download forms if unexpired or get current versions of same forms. Email LagosIV@state.gov for your interview date. 

 

K-1 P3 Letter Nigeria

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18ecVe-vDjvk0thSFqHE9dtSyUy0Qccey/view?usp=sharing

Medical instructions Nigeria

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jQbUHA-eDR6AHDGp4OHLBSPcMm31Zl9d/view?usp=sharing

Step by Step guide

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yPmN_82vlBB_hoBtPuqWjP6gjYgf3VWF/view?usp=sharing

Embassy Portal here on VJ

https://www.visajourney.com/consulates/index.php?ctry=Nigeria&cty=Lagos

VJ thread

https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/679202-k1-visa-procedures-for-nigeria-only/

Divorce Decree Verification

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LmKCenaXNT9BQJtMJrSSXlEJo289tlo3/view?usp=sharing

 

Wet signatures are no longer required for I-134 for your Nigeria interview. You are able to send in scanned documents.

Thank you so much. I have been waiting for P3

On 11/23/2019 at 12:16 PM, Brklyn Belle said:

Once you have your case number from NVC you can complete the 160 pay your bank fee and book your interview.

Wow i did not know,  i got my case number since last month but have been waiting for Lagos consulate to send me text message. I'll proceed to book. Any info regarding medicals

After waiting 7 weeks, we got a message in our mailbox that we were approved and been transferred to NVC

I thank God..

So we just wait and believe 

On 7/19/2019 at 11:28 PM, Ebose said:

Today is a sad day for me.

Everyone is receiving NOA2 but i got a request for additional evidence.

We were told they will send us the list of RFE before  August 2nd.

When will i get approved and how long will it take for them to accept our evidence.

 

Hi @greenbaum please i need your help, see attached.

I just got this message on the RFE required. Kindly advice how this letter should be drafted.

Also advice if they have to be signed in the court.

Thank you.

On 7/11/2019 at 3:49 PM, Ebose said:

Hi People,

 

I filed and received NOA1 on the 24th of April.

 

I await their response.

 

I hope this goes fast in Nigeria.

Today is a sad day for me.

Everyone is receiving NOA2 but i got a request for additional evidence.

We were told they will send us the list of RFE before  August 2nd.

When will i get approved and how long will it take for them to accept our evidence.

11 hours ago, sakurablossoms said:

Hi Ebose~

Same here~ patiently waiting for ours too. 

We also received our NOA1 on that same date~ 

 

😊

Hi AlinaJack,

We hope for the best. I have very strong instincts that our interview date will be sometime in September.

Lets keep the fire alive.

We deserve to be with who we love.

Cheers.

Hi People,

I filed and received NOA1 on the 24th of April.

I await their response.

I hope this goes fast in Nigeria.