SHELLYandFCO

Hi everyone!!!

We received our package 3 from Juarez Consulate!!! , so, we are ready for go to Interview and Medical Examination, next January 7.

We are almost done!! Goodluck to all VJ's.

Lu&TP

Congratulations Lucci - wishing you a safe journey!

I'm in a bind.

I never kept any boarding passes or any airline information, I only have stamps in my passport proving I had been in Italy, emails that we had communication and phone records, credit card statements, and bank statements which also show that I was in Italy. I also have tons of pictures.

We have lived with each other in Rome but since we never lived with a lease/ contract, I do not have any proof of that. What do I do? Is what I stated above sufficient evidence of meeting in person????

Thanks in advance

The credit statement and passport stamps will suffice. Also, lots of pictures are ideal.

Wow! My interview will be on 3 January, so does that mean I can still pay $100?

If you have not already paid the fee prior to 1/1/08, you will pay $131.00. If you have paid the fee prior to 1/1/08 and have your interview before 1/31/08, you will pay $100.

Don't feel bad....we paid the $100 visa fee, then learned an I-601 waiver was required. Once the I-601 was filed and approved (8 long months) , we had to pay the $100 visa fee again!

I included copies of the last three tax transcripts and my last six paystubs to cover current pay info. I did not have the tax transcripts notarized. As for duplicates of the I-134...just make sure you have a complete copy of the entire packet for your records (we actually made two full copies so that if we received an RFE for something we had already submitted, we could easily pull it from one of the copies).

Thank you for your advice.

Now I have another question, about the G325a form: I was a student until last June, but I also did a few internships. Should I include them in the employment question? If so, that would be (summarized of course):

1- my current work

2- internship

3- none (student)

4- internship

5- none (student)

Or should I just write:

1- my current job

2- none (student)

List any/all PAID employment you have had.

My husband, then fiance, is a huge fan of going to the movies (not much else to do in the small town he lived in Mexico. I saved every movie ticket stub (almost 3 years worth), receipts from the concession stands. Every time we went somewhere special, we took photos, including receipts. We also had a journal that we used to pass back and forth. I would write a message, then when I went to visit, I would leave the journal for him. He would write an entry then return it. Every entry was dated and of course handwritten. We made copies of certain page entries and had the original for inspection if needed (they never asked). Also included color copies of all our photos - we had a great deal of evidence. Not sure if it is unique though.

thought I should post this up! Just couldn't contain the excitement to myself and my wife!

I received the GREEN CARD in the mail today! We just could not believe how fast this whole process went, especially with minimum touch updates on USCIS website. No interviews, no nothig! direct to the GC!!!!

All those waiting for it, be patient and we hope that everyone else get theirs soon!

Congratulations on the speedy process....even better, no interview!

If i found somone who could read and write in english and spanish what type of statement would i need to accompany the translation

Certification by Translator:

I (name), certify that I am fluent in the English and Spanish languages, and that the above/attached document is an accurate translation of the

document attached entitled (name of document i.e. Birth Certificate).

Signature

Name

Date Typed

Address

City, State, Zip

Hi all,

well we're guessing to be approved some time in February and I was wondering if it would be ok if my Finace send me all the documents like Divorce DEcree,BC,Tax stuff,I 134 and so on by early/mid February?

What EXACTLY do we need in Tax Papers.Some say Tax Transcripts ,some say 1040's or W 2's.I'm confused and so is my man.

Also what documents would we have to send to the embassy and can I fill out all the required forms ahead of time and just send them in right after I got Packet 3 from Frankfurt?

How long are my man's papers such as the letter from his employer valid?? And the I 134?

Any input?

Ya I know it's soon but hey CSC is working on end of July Petitions right now so who knows if they keep the speed up maybe we get approved by the end of Januray?!

Thanks

Nat

Our case was processed in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Below are the items we took to the appointment.

• Banamex – Fiance Visa Fee – Make sure you get a receipt because you MUST take the original receipt with you to the appointment to prove that you paid the Visa fee.
• Official Passport Photos – 2 originals
• Mexican Passport – must be valid for at least six months after the issue date.
• Cards & Letters
• Photos
• Receipt of engagement ring purchase
• Letter from Employer on company stationary- Fiance
• Letter from Employer on company stationary- USC
• Shot record
• Letter from Bank (Verification of when account opened, etc. etc.) - USC
• Medical Exam – in Ciudad Juarez – must be done 1-2 days before going to the consulate.
• Vaccinations- during Medical Exam in Juarez (could cost up to $200 USD)
• Intent to Marry (CDJ-401 form) – Original + 3 copies – must be signed in the presence of IO
• DS 156K- (Non Immigrant Application) Original + 3 copies
• Proof of pay – paystubs (I included last six paystubs)
• Birth Certificate – USC Original (or certified copy)
• Birth Certificate – Fiance, Original (or certified copy)
• Birth Certificate - Fiance, full translation

"Maybe they like to make things random to keep us on our toes!"

You're probably 100% correct!

We asked for the I-551 stamp in the passport, the IO said its no longer given out in Chicago. She said if we needed to travel in an emergency that we could come back for it.

I heard that if your name has not cleared the FBI check that the I-94 is not removed. She removed the I-94 out of my husbands passport.

How else do you find out if the delay could be FBI name check related?

Also to those that recently got their GC's. How long did it take from interview till it was in your mailbox??

Thanks

Our AOS interview (San Diego) was November 21st...had Green Card in hand on December 1st.

I would like to know whether the cost of the medical test for AOS could be covered by my husband's insurance from his employer.

I am covered under his insurance plan.

I called up one of the panel doctors to know the same thing but that particular clinic does'nt take insurance.

So is it the normal practice or other doctors might accept?

Request some information on this.

Thanks

I've been hearing quite a bit that the Civil Surgeons conveniently (for them) don't accept insurance...another money making scheme I suppose! You would probably want to call a number of the civil surgeons on the list to hopefully locate a civil surgeon who may/may not accept your insurance. We called over 30 of USCIS recommended CS's before we found one who was willing to complete the I-693A without conducting a full physical. Good luck!

From the moment we were assigned an A#, I included it on everything (including the back of passport photos as requested). It certainly can't hurt that you are identifying who the payment is for.

Here's a link to my AOS Interview in San Diego (adjusting from K-1):

http://immigrate2us.net/forum/showthread.php?t=5373

Here are the items needed according to the Appointment Letter:

I received the appointment letter for Adjustment of Status and thought the content of the letter might be somewhat helpful to others preparing for their AOS interview.

The front of the letter lists the office location, date/hour, who to ask for (District Adjudications Officer), Reason for Appointment (Application for Adjustment of Status) - this interview may be video taped. Also noted to bring with you: PETITIONER MUST BE PRESENT AT THE INTERVIEW and Bring documents listed on the reverse of the letter. If you do not speak English, bring a translator. WARNING: If you are missing some of the documentation requested on the reverse of this letter, your case cannot be completed and it may require an additional, interview.

Back of Appointment Letter:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR YOUR FUTURE INTERVIEW

Bring all ORIGINAL documents (or a certified copy) PLUS one photocopy for the Immigration Service. You must also provide a certified English translation for ALL foreign language documents. The translator must certify that he/she is fluent in both languages and that the translations are accurate. Bring your ORIGINAL documents, even if you have already submitted copies for review by the interviewing officer.

Any notices and forms given to you by the Immigration Service, including advance parole, other travel documents and employment authorization cards must be submitted at the time of the interview.

ALSO BRING:- your appointment letter

- ALL Passports, including expired passports, Form I-94 (arrival and departure record), photo identification (i.e. state driver's license, state identification card, military identifications)

-Proof of petitioners lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship

- Birth certificate for beneficiary.

- Marriage certificate (if applicable)

- Proof of termination of ALL prior marriages of petitioner and beneficiary (if applicable)

Form I-693 with attachment, medical examination, completed by a Service approved physician and submitted in a sealed envelope (unless submitted at time of filing).

- Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with supporting documentation (see below)

- Certified court documents, including arrest report, complaint and final disposition for any and all arrests, including any that may have been sealed or expunged.

EVIDENCE REQUIRED WITH AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

If the petitioner does not meet the poverty guidelines, you must submit an I-864 from a co-sponsor

- completed, signed and notarized.

- Federal Income Tax returns and @-2 forms (or a recent IRS printout) for the last three years, Form 1099 and business license (Original plus photocopies).

Paycheck stubs, at least last three issued.

Original letter of employment for sponsor(s)

Proof of sponsor's lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship.

Proof of sponsor's residence in the United States for the last six months.

Additional documentation which may be required- evidence of a bona fide marriage - submit any document which would assist in establishing the validity of your marriage such as (but not limited to) lease agreements, home ownership documents, joint bank accounts, proof of joint ownership of other property such as investments

-Birth certificates for your children.

PLEASE NOTE: you may be required to file a Waiver of Inadmissibility Grounds Form I-601 if you have been in the United States illegally for over 6 months BEFORE filing your application for adjustment of status and have traveled outside of the United States.

This is a general list. Each case is unique. Interviewing officer may request additional documents.

As a K-1, the most important deadline to meet is marriage within the 90 days. There may be a deadline to file for AOS following marriage though I have not seen it. If anything, most would want to apply for AOS to allow them to work and begin the clock for removal of conditions, followed by naturalization at the 3 year mark.

Hello VJ Family,

So my husband has been here for 7 weeks and he still has not received his GC. What is the general time frame for the green card to be delivered? Is there any agency that I can contact to inquire about it? He has not received the Welcome letter and we are not entirely sure what is his A#. I have read that on the MRIV, it is the registration number. Is this true? We need his A# so that he can apply for Financial Aid for his degree programme, which starts in Spring.

Thanks for all your .

We entered on a K-1 followed by AOS. Filed AOS in October and received green card 12/1/07.

Congratulations on your upcoming interview!

Congratulations on the Visa approval! What a wonderful holiday gift for you both!

Did you submit copies of your taxes with your K-1 Application? If so, use those. Otherwise, you'll probably need to get tax return transcripts.

We live in Southern California and did have an interview. Granted, after entering as K-1, marrying and AOS, it only took six weeks!

If mine is right I will parcel tape it to my chest and never bathe again - If its someone else's photo and they are better looking than me I might just keep ialan

Congratulations! Every milestone is a celebration!

Both my husband (then fiance) and I provided letters from our employers verifying our employment. USCIS does not have the time, manpower or funding to contact employers.

Fiances are not permitted to attend the interview in Mexico which is where we obtained our K-1.

Marry within 90 days of entering the country.

There is no required date/time that you must complete AOS, after marrying as a K-1 though many file right away to obtain the LPR and EAD.

If your fiance enters at JFK, a temporary work permit stamp will be issued though again, that is only valid for a short period of time.