Mattie0212

4 minutes ago, Cyberfx1024 said:

If you came in on the K1 then you don't need to file the I130

Thanks everyone for your input. 

I learned something new today!!

16 minutes ago, geowrian said:

Your profile and timeline shows you came on a K-1. Did you marry within 90 days? If so, there is no I-130 and therefore no concurrent filing.

I-765 + I-131 can be filed alongside or after an I-485 anytime.

Oh.. I was under the impression that once i marry within 90 days (which I have) i could concurrently file.

thank you for the info. Appreciate it!

35 minutes ago, Lucky Cat said:

Current fee schedule:  https://www.uscis.gov/forms/our-fees

 

 

Thank you.

However we currently still allowed to concurrently file i-130, i-485, travel document and work permit and not have to pay individually for each form?

Hi all!

Does anyone know if the administration has already increased application fees for adjustment of status?

Is concurrently filing still a thing?

Any insight is greatly appreciated :) 

18 hours ago, cymbalseatguitars said:

have a couple questions, perhaps some of you will be able to help me out. I'm based in the UK, about to enter the USA on the K-1. 

 

Obviously I'll ultimately be filling out the I-944. 

 

1. Would my US-based spouse's assets count towards the 'household income'? (she owns a house/car, no mortgage/student debt)

2. Obviously I'm quitting my UK based job in order to move. However, the I-944 asks for my income. My understanding is that the I-944 is submitted at the same time as the EAD application (meaning my income would be 0 at the point of application). Am I missing a trick here? Is there some way of getting eligibility to work prior to submitting the I-944?

 

I've got a decent career in financial services, so I won't have any issue getting a job that satisfies the income requirements, but I only have a few thousand in savings, so there's no Earthly way I'd be able to demonstrate assets in lieu of income that satisfies the criteria. Seems counter-intuitive that I could be penalized for not having income when I don't have the legal opportunity to even pursue employment (but it's immigration, so nothing surprises me!).

 

Any advice is massively appreciated, my other half is besides herself with worry about it!

In the exact same position as you!! Coming from the UK also. 
I’m besides myself with anxiety in regards to this. I have a great career in hospitality and have job links in my fiancé’s city, so I’m hoping that this will outweigh most obstacles. 
 

I have found out you will have to file I-1944 with I-485, making applying for and EAD almost a catch 22

23 minutes ago, Boiler said:

I 864?

 

They are all filed together, AP and EAD are free.

I know. But one of the questions on the new I-1944 asks for your EAD number. If you are filling altogether then you have no chance of receiving it before filing aos and filling the form. 
 

it’s as if you haven’t got the opportunity to prove you can work and won’t become a public charge

When is it best to apply for your work permit in regards to public charge form? 

Does the public charge form have to be concurrently filed with the i-485 or can we apply for work permit first?

Whats the best way to go about the new Public charge criteria?

this is all very overwhelming and would like some guidance into the best way to approach this next major step. 
 

Matilda 🙂

Just now, missileman said:

It is not a public benefit......it is a totally different category.

Ooohh I didn’t know this. 
 

Thank you for clarifying 🙂

1 minute ago, missileman said:

His disability check will help.....It is income which can be used to show ability to financially support you.

Thank you. 
 

So the fact that it’s publicly funded won’t be an issue? Because any public cash can be seen as a negative factor 

Hi all!! 
 

So as we all know the public charge rule is going into affect on Feb 24th. Another stressful entity to add to an already stressful journey. 
 

My fiancé served in the US Marines and now receives disability from the VA. 
 

He works and I will start working once I get my permit/green card (whichever comes first).

Will his disability check count against us in our application in regards to public charge??

Any advice is greatly appreciated. 
 

Matilda 🙂

2 hours ago, Whales said:

Hi, I am a Nigerian, resident in Nigeria but presently I am divorced and have a 6 year old child. My father is a citizen of the USA and is resident there. I also have been to the USA on visiting several times. I  have a valid tourist visa and I am also in a committed relationship with a US citizen, we had planned getting married in the US this year. With the new travel ban on Nigeria, what is my fate? Can I go on my tourist Visa, get married and my partner file for me? Or get my father to file for me? Or wait in Nigeria till the ban is lifted?Please opinion are welcome

This is so tragic. 
 

I think your best option is to apply for a K1 visa. It’s a non-immigrant visa but treated like an immigrant visa if you want to get married. But only do it you if you are ready to make the commitment. As you already have a tourist visa it should be fine to travel. The ban is only aimed at those applying for an immigrant visa, to my understanding. 
 

Good luck 🍀

Hey VJ fam!!

Just wanted to send an update to you all. 
 

I had my interview yesterday.. and I’m am very happy to say that I was granted my visa abd I wasn’t asked for any evidence lol!!

Thank you all for your help and advice... thanks for being a part of my journey so far!!

1 hour ago, debbiedoo said:

Unless you are using assets to qualify, you do not need to send statements. I did not . The bank balance sections on the forms i filled out with my average daily balance. It is the tax transcripts and current paystubs that will be required and important.

Thanks for the advice.. I appreciate it. I will use the average rule to answer that question 🙂

43 minutes ago, Hank_ said:

Bank statements aren't needed 

But there is a question on the I-134 for asking about the total balance of all accounts. And my fiancé’s balance is quite low due to his financial obligations, even though he makes a decent living

Hi all!!

My fiancé makes decent money (above the poverty guidelines) However due to his high financial responsibilities, his average balances in his bank accounts are quite low. Will this effect our visa process?? We are filling out the i-134 and not sure what to put in the question about account balances.

TIA 🙂

2 minutes ago, SuznAaron said:

They did not go through any of what we brought (London). We brought things just in case (and we continue to do so through our journey). I guess having them is good in case they dont believe you are a legitimate couple.  

I will do it regardless... but it’s just disheartening knowing you are putting all this work in, that they ask you to do, to not even give it any thought 

33 minutes ago, payxibka said:

A majority of the time they do not 

So what is the point of doing all this work to show proof if they aren’t going to acknowledge it??

Just wanted to ask about interview experiences in regards to the COs going through your ongoing relationship packets. 
 

Do they actually go through it? In particular the London Embassy...

Thanks in advance

Question.. slightly off topic... 

Can you book your interview date, even if you haven’t fully completed the Visa application?

Im almost done, I just want to see what dates are currently available. 
 

TIA

8 minutes ago, Mattie0212 said:

I have tried... several times and it makes me start over!! I’m absolutely livid!! 😡 I tried so many times I’ve lost count 

I’ve tried on my phone and 3 different web browsers... I’m just at a loss!!

6 minutes ago, Hank_ said:

Best suggestion I have is save during the process, then log back in

I have tried... several times and it makes me start over!! I’m absolutely livid!! 😡 I tried so many times I’ve lost count 

Hi folks!! 

Has as anyone been having trouble filling out the dams-160??

ive spent the better part of an hour and a half trying to fill out my travel history and it keeps “losing” connection. I’ve tried like 6 times already. It keeps just timing out and I have to start over... any way to rectify this??

On 9/28/2019 at 12:00 AM, timreynolds said:

does anyone have success calling nvc to get case number for k1, its been 40 days since we recieved NOA 2 we call all the time and always put on hold was on hold tonight for 2.5 hours never got through so gave up and yesterdaya and day before  for over a hour each time but finally hung up...     says best to try when they open but problem is i cant go to work to sit on phone for 2 hours waiting lol

Maybe get your partner to call... they are in a better position time wise to reach them. 

Good luck 😉 

7 minutes ago, Hank_ said:

K-1 does use the invoice number.  

Doesn’t use?? Ok... got it 👍🏾