bailey's mommy

Like everyone else said the timeline is just an estimate, and more than often is not accurate in early stages. When we first sent in our K-1 petition, the timeline on VJ said our case would be adjudicated in September, we sent it in July and got our NOA1 in August. That timeline of course changed periodically, from Sept, Oct, end of November, first week of December, blah blah blah finally it was approved February 4th. Don't drive yourself nuts, I know it's hard not to though! You'll be approved within time

Thanks everyone!

Congrats!!!!

I just want to give another big THANK YOU to everyone here at VisaJourney. Today my Fiance got his visa at the Vancouver consulate! We're so pleased that this part of our journey went so smoothly and fast! He had his interview yesterday, medical this morning, and when we went to drop off the results they already had the visa in his passport! If anyone has an upcoming interview scheduled in Vancouver, don't be nervous as it's easy, painless, everyone there is so nice! Good luck to EVERYONE HERE still waiting and I hope your process has a happy ending very soon!

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I'm sure whatever you provide will be enough, they're likely going to verify income anyways by running a check. I don't think her current balance will matter too much. At the Vancouver consulate they didn't check anything for our co-sponsor other than the income amount. Hopefully someone who dealt with the Montreal consulate can ring in.

The OF-167 is an attachment to the I-134. I'm pretty sure the Montreal consulate doesn't require this form, it's just another agreement sheet to be signed. So I wouldn't worry about it if you don't need it.

Good luck!

I see that you are dealing with Montreal? I'm not sure how long it takes there, but my Fiance had his interview yesterday (Tuesday) in Vancouver, medical today, picked up results at 2 PM, dropped off the results at the Vancouver consulate about 10 minutes later, and they already had his visa done in his passport. We were a bit surprised because we though we'd have to go back tomorrow to pick it up!

Yes, your fiance should fill out the I-134 regardless, providing W2's and all that would be a good idea, in case they want to see it. I (USC) have gone back to school but I am going back to work at the end of the summer. Today my fiance had his interview and we handed in my I-134 and OF-167 attachment (I don't think the Montreal consulate uses this form, not sure), with NO tax returns and they had no problems as our co-sponsor (my father) had plenty to show for income, and they didn't even look at the W2's, since they'll verify that anyways. I can't speak for the Montreal consulate, as we are dealing with Vancouver, but I'm pretty sure the I-134 rule applies everywhere. Good luck!

I'll copy our experience posted in a similar post last month. I'm sure you'll be fine with what you've got. Basically they just want to make sure you're not trying to illegally immigrate. If you have a return itinerary showing that you are returning to Canada, that should be enough, if you feel like you need to bring more... absolutely do so.

I would be cautious about it, but I will say that my Fiance has come to the U.S. 4 times while our case was pending, and given a b2 visa. 3 out of 4 we were traveling in and out of Canada together. In the first 2 trips, there was no mention of the K-1 application. The last 2 trips were very mildly questioned because we were bringing in boxes as luggage to move things early since it's free as he works for the airline. They (customs) asked to see a "receipt" (NOA1) to prove we had filed for a K-1 on the 3rd trip and we didn't have it. They just said make sure you have it "next time" if there was to be one. The last trip he came on his own and had even more boxes. They questioned him again obviously being on his own with boxes (that looks like you're moving!), this time he had the NOA1 and a copy of his itinerary showing he was going back to Canada. Again, they were a little more lenient with the boxes because of him working for the airline, and understanding this would be an easier way for us to get things done ahead of time. So be very cautious if you do make the decision to cross the border, and be prepared in case they don't let you through. FYI We traveled through the Toronto Pearson International Airport.

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Thanks you guys! I definitely recall reading that the I-134 didn't need to be notarized on here anymore so that's why I got a bit freaked out! We completed the DS-160 (which was a bit lengthy btw) last night so we're off to find a place to print it off just in case. Whew! Thanks again!

Is this required for a K-1 visa interview in Vancouver? Someone please answer soon. I am about to have a heart attack! Sitting in a hotel room with my fiance knocked out, and his interview is tomorrow! The checklist doesn't mention it, but I've just seen it on VJ and looking at the Vancouver reviews someone's interview was delayed two weeks because they're evidence of support and letter of intent wasn't notarized? I swear I read on here that it doesn't need to be notarized...? Please help, anything not on the checklist that we should bring? TIA!

I don't know what I'd do without this site!

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I know this might be a dumb question, but my fiance has his medical on Wednesday and we know in the VJ consulate information it says it's $350, but are there any taxes? Thanks!

I would be cautious about it, but I will say that my Fiance has come to the U.S. 4 times while our case was pending, and given a b2 visa. 3 out of 4 we were traveling in and out of Canada together. In the first 2 trips, there was no mention of the K-1 application. The last 2 trips were very mildly questioned because we were bringing in boxes as luggage to move things early since it's free as he works for the airline. They (customs) asked to see a "receipt" (NOA1) to prove we had filed for a K-1 on the 3rd trip and we didn't have it. They just said make sure you have it "next time" if there was to be one. The last trip he came on his own and had even more boxes. They questioned him again obviously being on his own with boxes (that looks like you're moving!), this time he had the NOA1 and a copy of his itinerary showing he was going back to Canada. Again, they were a little more lenient with the boxes because of him working for the airline, and understanding this would be an easier way for us to get things done ahead of time. So be very cautious if you do make the decision to cross the border, and be prepared in case they don't let you through. FYI We traveled through the Toronto Pearson International Airport.

Hello,

We just received Packet 3 today, and while I've already gotten a lot of the checklist complete, I need to have my Fiance's birth certificate translated from Spanish to English. Can anyone recommend any translation service in Calgary to have this done? I'd like to atleast take it in to be done while I'm visiting, also someone who does notarizing, I think that's required right? Thanks in advance!!

I'm visiting my Fiance, and we received Packet 3 from Vancouver in the mail today. Our NVC letter stated our petition was received, and to soon be forwarded Feb. 9th. So it probably won't take that long to get to you!

Congratulations!

Congrats!!!

Congratulations! Looks like VSC is finally catching up!

As others have mentioned, you are still within the processing time frames. Believe me, I know how hard it gets waiting. We just got our approval this morning after 184 days from our first notice! I never thought this day would come, it seemed like an eternity! I even considered calling USCIS and doing many of the extra steps of contacting my senator/congressman like so many others. But it came 6 months to the day. Good luck and happy waiting, your day will come!

Thanks so much everyone! We're so happy this part of our journey has come, on to the next steps. We're slowly beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel!

This morning I joined the 6 months waiting club date from receiving NOA1, and today received a touch. Right after that I got the approval notice! I couldn't be happier right now. I just want to send out warm wishes to those who are still waiting. I know what it's like not to hear a peep for 6 months. Here's to a happy and closer future with our other halves!

Today I join the 6+ months waiting club, with today being exactly 6 months since our NOA1. And today I start off that 6 months with our first touch since August 7th!! Please be NOA2!

EDIT: APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks to everyone and their input. I'll definitely give the minimum amount of evidence, as it's not necessary, and I don't need to stress out over getting them either. It's just more work on my side and theirs.

Hi Bailey's Mommy,

I don't know about the K1/K3/CR/IR processes, as I've never been through them (I went from Visitor to AOS processes). However, I can tell you that I'm a "naturalized Canadian" and "soon to be naturalized American" too. For immigration purposes (and for other purposes) in regards to birth-certificate and identification issues, I've just provide the following documents: Canadian Passport, Canadian Naturalization/Citizenship Card (it works kind of like a Canadian birth certificate, so I've heard), foreign Birth Certificate (which I would rather just rip to shreads, as I don't have citizenship to this country and I'm not associated with, and am tired of being mistaken for association with it). Lol...and for humour's sake, I usually also throw in my US Green Card (and NOA letter for the I-751), US Driver's license, US Marriage Certificate, SSN. and whatever else I can think of...So let's see..that's about 7-8 and more pieces of identification that I have to carry with me, just to prove that I'm "Canadian and American". And when asked, I just explain the whole long-winded story, and make lots of paperwork photocopies, even if it takes awhile on all sides/ends....

The bottom line is: Have your fiance show as much as identification and documentation as they can to prove who they are when it comes to evidence of (Canadian) citizenship and/or residency, and just include a foreign birth certificate anyways. The immigration officials cannot use the information of being a "naturalized Canadian" against them, especially if they have legal proof of their Canadian citizenship and are indeed Canadian! The more paperwork you have, the better!

Hope this helps. Good luck with the rest of your immigration journey too!

Ant (Still waiting at the VSC for the I-751, Still waiting for Baby...)

Hello,

As the topic mentions, my fiance is a Canadian citizen, but he wasn't born in Canada. We don't have NOA2 yet, but our timeline says it's coming soon! (ha!) I am working on getting Packet 3 together and when it comes to the birth certificate I was wondering if I am to just have his from the country he's from no matter what, or do I also need to bring other evidence proving his citizenship. I guess what I am asking is, are they looking to see that he "exist" sort of speak, or that he is a Canadian. Thanks in advance!

LOL wow, that's a lot of paperwork. Thanks for the help!