-i-s-l-e-b-a-b-

I appreciate the quick responses here.. Now, my husband just decided to beg to his Boss in order to let him go earlier so that we can both attend the interview. But there's still a problem. Since they already gave me a referral number for my service request of rescheduling the interview, they said that they can't cancel it anymore because the request had been assigned and they're already working on that out. I asked the Customer Service if that won't be a problem when we appear on our original scheduled interview and she didn't give me an exact No or Yes answer because they don't know. But eventually, she said that she deleted the request but still not sure if the officer will disregard or will still continue processing the request.

Is there anyone here who experienced the same as what we are experiencing now? Do you think the Service for reschedule of the interview that was just deleted after being assigned will not be a big issue when we appear on the original date of our interview?

Thank you again in advance for the responses. Thanks for the great help..

Hi guys! We applied for K-1 visa and I am going to have my initial interview on my AOS this November 25. On the invitation letter, it says there that I need to go there together with my husband. I've read from some posts that the couple will be interviewed separately and compare the answers.

My problem is that my husband is working in Alaska and he won't be home until December 1. There's no relieve yet as he is the one in charge for 5 weeks working in the Telephone company that requires travel most of the time from village to village.

I called the USCIS Customer Service, and man, many of them can't help. That's why I needed to call again and again hoping that I could talk to somebody who is knowledgeable. Finally, someone gave me a referral number for the service request with regard to the Rescheduling of the interview. But she mentioned that I should get a response from USCIS within 45 days?! Geez! I can't wait that long because our interview will be on Nov. 25. It was too soon for us to have that interview and we're not expecting that schedule. We thought USCIS will going to schedule us 1 month after receiving the notice, but no. I tried to get an InfoPass, unluckily, there's no more available schedule until after our interview date.

What if I am going there alone by myself on the day of my interview just to tell them that my husband can't come, will they reschedule me? But I also heard that in many cases persons end up dealing with a denied AOS when they assume that the appointment is rescheduled.

What should we do? I am kinda worried...

Thank you all for the reply..

I have another question..

Since we hired an attorney before, he's offering us these services below:

adjustment of status, removal of conditions as well as naturalization cases

My question is, are removal of conditions and naturalization not included when we applied for AOS?

Thank you so much to those well-experienced members here. I appreciate your replies a lot...

Moving to AOS from Family Based Visas forum as OP has entered the US on a K1 visa.

I'm sorry but I don't understand what's the meaning of this one above.

SSN stands for Social Security Number right? Is it right that I could only get that SSN after filing the AOS?

Tnx HelloWorld08 for directing me to that site...

read the guides for Adjustment of Status

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3aos

Hi everybody!

I am a Filipina and I am already here in the USA. I arrived here on June 10, 2009. We actually hired an attorney because my fiancee wanted it since he's working, though I really didn't want to cos I know that most of the visa filers prefer to just do it themselves in order to save money and it's not that really difficult. And besides, I believe that this website is very useful and that there are many members here who are knowledgeable enough to give advices.

Anyway, my question is what should I file now after our wedding? What are the papers that I will need and where will I go? I told my fiancee that I will try to gather data first because as much as possible, I don't want him to hire an attorney to spend money for their service. I prefer to keep the money and buy ice cream and cake for us!

I hope that you can help us. We are located here in Phoenix Arizona, USA. Our wedding will be this Aug. 7 in Iowa because most of my fiancee's family, relatives and friends are there.

Thank you dear members... I am hoping for a very tasty ice cream and cake soon!

God bless to all!

Hello fellow Filipinos

My interview date is on May 26 2009.

Does anyone else have that same date or close to it?

How are you feeling about your awaiting interview?

Hope all is well with your journeys. God Bless!

Hi Aimee! Isle here from Cavite. My interview date is on May 18, 2009. My medical is on May 11. Where are you coming from? What visa did you apply for? We applied for K1.

Hi everyone! Filipina here. I just wanna share mine. We are on K1 visa. We have an attorney, but still, it did not meet my expectation of receiving their 100% support.

Anyway, I don't have my packet yet but I already have my visa interview this May 18, 2009. I am going to have my medical on May 11.

My questions:

• Won't there be any problem with my medical schedule? Is't just in time for my visa interview?
• I don't have my packet yet, should I worry and do something about this? And what is that they said that I have to pay for 600 peso at the Metrobank for the delivery. Some say, that 600 peso is for verification of documents from NSO. They also said that it should be paid at least 1 month before the interview, or else, it would be a cause of delay for the release of the visa. Is that right?

Thanks in advance for the reply...

~Isle~

sino bah may interview sa august? sana naman meron para may kasama ako..

im waiting for my interview date the nvc said i can have my interview on august but they cannot give me yet the exact date

Hey girl, do you still recognize me? hehe.. i am still here in PI! I am the only girl left among those girls met in Manila. I live here close to Manila, perhaps you would like us to meet sometime together with your other friends if you have.

~Islebabe~

He has to gather all necessary information & ship them in a nice, big envelope. It only takes a few days to get to your local Service Center.

It will all seem very confusing when you first start getting your papers together, but as you go further along...it'll all start to make sense! Trust me, if I managed it...anyone can!

Hi Tita Boohbah and Sir BigCityDave! Thank you so much po for th replies!! I feel very delighted for helping us here... This makes me feel lively--knowing that there are people like you who are willing to help. I feel that I am not alone in the dark having people around like you guys! Thank you so very much!!

I will follow your advises and you will be part of this journey of ours.

Thank you and God bless...

~Isle~

I think it is possible to do yourself. All the forms and links for the I-129F are here on VJ, and your fiance' can order them all from USCIS or download them on the web.

This is from the VJ guide on this site:

Download the Following Forms:

1. I-129F

2. G-325a

The above forms can be filled out on your computer and printed. Make sure you sign and date them as required. Anything you cannot fit by typing, you can handwrite (very neatly) in black ink in the blank instead. You should always verify the current forms at www.uscis.gov.

Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist

Forms and Documents (follow these assembly instructions. All supporting documents must be in English or be translated as noted here.):

1. Payment as required by USCIS. Use a personal check so you can track the payment. Money Orders are also accepted.

2. Cover Letter (see example). Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (I-129F), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.

3. Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiance(e) (see example)

4. Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years. This should be a single typed page attachment regarding question 18 of the I-129F. Make sure to sign and date it.

5. Original statements (from both the US Citizen and foreign fiance) certifying an intent to marry within 90 days of entering the US on a valid K-1. (see example)

6. Proof of having met in past two years. (click here for examples)

7. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the US Citizen signed and dated (see example)

8. One passport-type photo (see specification) of the US Citizen. Write the full name of the US citizen on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Insert US Citizen's Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

9. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the foreign fiance(e) signed and dated (see example)

10. One passport-type photo (see specification) of the foreign fiance(e). Write the full name of the foreign fiance(e) on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of (insert foreign fiance(e) name) ". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

11. Copy of the Birth certificate (front and back) for the US Citizen or a copy of ALL pages of the US Citizen's passport issued with a validity of at least 5 years or a copy of the US Citizen's naturalization certificate (front and back). This is used to establish citizenship.

12. Copy of final Divorce Decree(s) or Certificate(s) for the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) if either has been previously married. If the previous marriage of the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) ended due to the death of their spouse then include a Copy of Death Certificate(s) documenting that fact.

13. Proof of Legal Name Change if either the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) is using a name other than that shown on the relevant documents. You must give USCIS copies of the legal documents that made the change, such as a marriage certificate, adoption decree or court order.

14. In regards to Section C Question 2, if applicable provide certified copies of all court and police records showing the charges and dispositions for any specified conviction(s) (in accordance with the IMBRA). See section 9 of the I-129f instructions for more information.

Documentary Proof of Having Met in Person in the Past Two Years and an Ongoing Relationship:

Use as many of these items are possible. There is no minimum,

but the more you can provide the less likely you are that you will receive an RFE. 1. Copies of all airline boarding passes, train passes, itineraries, hotel receipts, passport stamps (make sure you can read the dates on the stamps), and other documentary evidence that you have met within the last two years. You may want to highlight or place post-it notes indicating the dates and locations on the copies (to make the adjudication easier) for the person reviewing your file.

2. Color Photo's of you and your fiance(e) together. Make sure you write your names, date, and location on the back of every photo. Provide two to five photo's. If you only have a single copy of the photo, then make a color copy and send that. If it is a digital photo, have it printed at a company such as kodakgallery.com. You can also make duplicates of photo's at your local photo store (Walgreeens, CVS, etc). Place photo's in a plastic bag or photo sheet and label the sheet. Note that you may not receive originals of photo's back.

3. The following items will not typically show proof of having met in the last two years however will show proof of an ongoing relationship: Copies of phone bills, cell phone bills, emails (you can edit personal info with a marker), letters (edit personal info also), stamps on the letters (to document the date they were sent), and other written documentary proof. Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)

Mail the I-129F Package to the USCIS

Section 12 of the I-129F instructions lists where you should mail the completed form(s). If you live in the United States this will be the Service Center with jurisdiction over the petitioner's place of residence. Mail the package with return receipt requested / delivery confirmation. Send via USPS.

That should get you started!! Good luck and God Bless!!!

This link will help you further down the line.... Great info from Sheriff Ulings K1- Visa Guide...... http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=129059

Hi Ms. Daruma07! Thank you po a lot for the very informative post!

I already sent the info to my sweet and he already printed out the forms. I just wonder how will he file it? Is't should be filed personally or he can apply via internet?

Will update this post as soon as we have new info to share.

Take care and God bless!

I think it is possible to do yourself. All the forms and links for the I-129F are here on VJ, and your fiance' can order them all from USCIS or download them on the web.

This is from the VJ guide on this site:

Download the Following Forms:

1. I-129F

2. G-325a

The above forms can be filled out on your computer and printed. Make sure you sign and date them as required. Anything you cannot fit by typing, you can handwrite (very neatly) in black ink in the blank instead. You should always verify the current forms at www.uscis.gov.

Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist

Forms and Documents (follow these assembly instructions. All supporting documents must be in English or be translated as noted here.):

1. Payment as required by USCIS. Use a personal check so you can track the payment. Money Orders are also accepted.

2. Cover Letter (see example). Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (I-129F), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.

3. Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiance(e) (see example)

4. Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years. This should be a single typed page attachment regarding question 18 of the I-129F. Make sure to sign and date it.

5. Original statements (from both the US Citizen and foreign fiance) certifying an intent to marry within 90 days of entering the US on a valid K-1. (see example)

6. Proof of having met in past two years. (click here for examples)

7. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the US Citizen signed and dated (see example)

8. One passport-type photo (see specification) of the US Citizen. Write the full name of the US citizen on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Insert US Citizen's Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

9. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the foreign fiance(e) signed and dated (see example)

10. One passport-type photo (see specification) of the foreign fiance(e). Write the full name of the foreign fiance(e) on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of (insert foreign fiance(e) name) ". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

11. Copy of the Birth certificate (front and back) for the US Citizen or a copy of ALL pages of the US Citizen's passport issued with a validity of at least 5 years or a copy of the US Citizen's naturalization certificate (front and back). This is used to establish citizenship.

12. Copy of final Divorce Decree(s) or Certificate(s) for the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) if either has been previously married. If the previous marriage of the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) ended due to the death of their spouse then include a Copy of Death Certificate(s) documenting that fact.

13. Proof of Legal Name Change if either the US Citizen and/or foreign fiance(e) is using a name other than that shown on the relevant documents. You must give USCIS copies of the legal documents that made the change, such as a marriage certificate, adoption decree or court order.

14. In regards to Section C Question 2, if applicable provide certified copies of all court and police records showing the charges and dispositions for any specified conviction(s) (in accordance with the IMBRA). See section 9 of the I-129f instructions for more information.

Documentary Proof of Having Met in Person in the Past Two Years and an Ongoing Relationship:

Use as many of these items are possible. There is no minimum,

but the more you can provide the less likely you are that you will receive an RFE. 1. Copies of all airline boarding passes, train passes, itineraries, hotel receipts, passport stamps (make sure you can read the dates on the stamps), and other documentary evidence that you have met within the last two years. You may want to highlight or place post-it notes indicating the dates and locations on the copies (to make the adjudication easier) for the person reviewing your file.

2. Color Photo's of you and your fiance(e) together. Make sure you write your names, date, and location on the back of every photo. Provide two to five photo's. If you only have a single copy of the photo, then make a color copy and send that. If it is a digital photo, have it printed at a company such as kodakgallery.com. You can also make duplicates of photo's at your local photo store (Walgreeens, CVS, etc). Place photo's in a plastic bag or photo sheet and label the sheet. Note that you may not receive originals of photo's back.

3. The following items will not typically show proof of having met in the last two years however will show proof of an ongoing relationship: Copies of phone bills, cell phone bills, emails (you can edit personal info with a marker), letters (edit personal info also), stamps on the letters (to document the date they were sent), and other written documentary proof. Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)

Mail the I-129F Package to the USCIS

Section 12 of the I-129F instructions lists where you should mail the completed form(s). If you live in the United States this will be the Service Center with jurisdiction over the petitioner's place of residence. Mail the package with return receipt requested / delivery confirmation. Send via USPS.

That should get you started!! Good luck and God Bless!!!

Hi Sir Brad and Ma'am Vika! Thank you very much for the above information... This is a good start for us. We appreciate your help and time.

I hope you will not stop helping those who needs help.

Thank you and God bless...

~Isle~

yeah BINGO i know this is u. im happy that u have someone new now, but i hope everything been heal already for the past relationship u had, before u get to this process. i wish u real happiness u are looking and wanting for. ok we also on our K1 journey now. well here read this official site USCIS had and keep browsing. everything is here when u get some Q please free to ask here, we are your free lawyer.

heres the link : www.uscis.gov

Hi Tita Bevs! hehe.. you're also here pala!

Maybe you know what are the requirements needed since you already filed K1 visa. But anyway, I will try to search and search here and navigate the website you gave me.

Thanks po and take care always!

Please somebody help us.

My boyfriend wanted to buy me an engagement ring the first time he visited me in the Philippines this May 2008, but since it's too soon for me after I broke up with my previous fiance, I didn't accept yet the ring that he was about to buy.

As days pass by, we are getting closer and we are now planning for our future including the filing for K1 visa this coming August 2008. Unluckily, we don't have any idea on how to start and what are the requirements needed in applying for K1 visa. He actually wants to get an attorney to fix our papers, but I told him that VJ can help us with this.

I have heard some cases that some couples hired somebody to fix their papers but it was not really good because the informations they receive are very late already, therefore, many of them regret why they hired somebody and it's just a waste of money. I also heard that many couples have been successful about their papers by the help of Visa Journey.

In this regard, we would like to ask you to please help us to be educated with regard to filing the K1 visa.

We thank you in advance and God bless to all.

Yours,

~Ana and Gregg~