YankeeDoodleWifey

Hello!

I'm hoping someone will be able to help us. My husband and I, it seems foolishly, purchased tickets to fly before we were sure of the interview date. As it happens, the interview will be on Sept 14th and the tickets were purchased for Sept 2nd. We have emailed the London embassy and spoken to them several times, but they have, so far, been unable to move the date forward. We aren't in a position to change both tickets as it will, effectively, be buying three tickets. We can change his ticket with a minimum of fuss.

I have already completed the I-864 as we were hoping the interview would be sooner. As I will have to fly out on Sept 2nd, will I have to complete another I-864 now or is the form I have completed already sufficient? It was signed in August 2009, so is less than 30 days old. I do plan to complete the I-865 within 30 days from the date I return to the states.

Thank you.

News stations here have gone out of there way to separate facts from myths.

Where do you think 'death panels' came from? It wasn't from any of the proposed bills.

Now, correct me if I'm wrong, it is infinitely better to propose to ensure the entire nation has some form of health insurance as opposed to actually killing people for no reason that can be readily explained. Is it better just because you can't name the person dying?

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That is what it seems like. The nation was fine sending troops out to do Bush's dirty work and get hold of the oil because he couldn't strike a deal on his own. It has lead to so many deaths, but we, as a nation, don't really even think about the civilians over there dying by our hands, but the army is still funded, aren't they? We still allow it to continue- why, because we have caused to much upset, we have no choice but to attempt putting things right. Everyday there are people dying in the streets of the US without healthcare- or worse, they have healthcare and are denied treatment because it is deemed they have 'preexisting conditions'. ####### is that?! How is that acceptable? And why are people content to let it continue? How selfish, as a nation, are we allowed to be?

America is wonderful and I love it. The healthcare is absolute insanity. It needs reform. The scare mongering needs to stop.

To Welshcookie- I completely get that. I have heard about the medications issues and refusals for treatment and am not saying the NHS is infallible, clearly it has it's issues. I'm saying that having the option of free healthcare is brilliant. You can buy medications out of pocket with the NHS, can't you? Seems I heard that somewhere- if I have it wrong, please do say so.

If the states had a national insurance and people were still allowed private insurance, I think it would equalize a lot of the excessive spending and reduce costs for everyone. A monopoly doesn't breed fairness, it breeds overcharging and terrible service.

I've been watching telly about the healthcare debate in the states at the minute. Has anyone at the 'town hall' meetings actually read the proposed bills? They seem to be hyped into a frenzy by 'news' channels who don't actually do anything but complain! During the Bush administration they had terrible things to say about democrats who protested war, saying they were unpatriotic and anti-American. Now, correct me if I'm wrong, it is infinitely better to propose to ensure the entire nation has some form of health insurance as opposed to actually killing people for no reason that can be readily explained. Is it better just because you can't name the person dying?

The argument that it is a socialist idea and shouldn't be allowed in a capitalist society is ridiculous! Do these people realize they have socialist customs and ideals all over?? What about the fire services? The post office? Police?? All of these, much like a national health insurance, are available to any person who resides in the US and pays taxes.

I moved to England a few years ago to live with my husband. I was skeptical about the NHS- it has to be said. Not only that, but I found, being raised in America, I was prone to not going to see a Dr unless, figuratively, my arm was falling off. Why? Because it used to cost me money- a lot of it. Not only that, I was given ridiculous medications I should never have been given. I used the NHS shortly after arriving in the UK- it was brilliant! No charge, not a single hitch and extremely helpful people. If I had a question, they were all over it with a plethora of answers. And I never once had to dread the bill arriving in the post. When they mentioned medications, they were completely open to the ideals I held- that I only take meds if there is no other option- and actually suggested a good range of things I could do to get the same benefit as taking the meds. They have no interest in making the quick quid- unlike American doctors.

I heard that there were complaints that Medicare would be losing money in order to fund the national insurance. Now, if they take money from Medicare, why does that nullify the proposed insurance? Surely the fact that it is a national insurance means that even if money is diverted from Medicare, those elderly people will still have coverage because of the national insurance. Either way, they are covered.

This whole thing is an absolute palaver. Just let the newly elected government get on with the business at hand- improving the lovely and wonderful land of my birth- so that all of the people in it can have a decent quality of life. That isn't to say that everyone has everything exactly the same as the next person- not a completely socialist society- just a better than completely capitalist society. Not everyone has money and they shouldn't be penalized for it.

Rant done! Thank you for your time.

Firstly, where are you sending your tax returns? London or US?

Secondly, assuming you send them to London, make sure you get proof of sending and signature receipt. I am sure it is stating the obvious, but make sure you keep copies to take with you to the interview....

As to your other info, looks good. As trailmix said, the key is showing your intent to re-establish domicile. Anything showing that you have taken steps to leave the UK is good.

Also, be prepared to discuss what you are both going to do once you get to the States. They will be interested to know what your plans are, where are you going to live etc...

I didn't know you could send the tax returns to London! Oh man, I was going to send them to Texas! What a disaster that would have been! I will definitely send them to London special delivery- then it will get there the next day and i will have a signature. Oh I hope that takes care of the tax issue! I will make two copies of the paperwork, keep the receipt for sending it and print off the signature once it is online.

Thank you again for all your help!

With regard to the tax returns, have a look at this topic:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=207227

If you are a USC, you need to file US Tax Returns regardless of where you live, unless you fall into the exempt category. We were in a similar position, but we used a US accountant based in the UK to prepare the returns for us for the three years leading up to the visa application.

On the question of domicile, my husband, the USC had never lived in the UK. What we did was prove his USC status and show that we had somewhere lined up to live when we moved. We also showed that we were selling everything in the UK to make our intentions clear.

Feel free to PM me if you want any further info. Good Luck It is stressful, but worth it in the end....

So, in your opinion, would you think that a letter from my relatives, the 2 year temp visa on my US passport and the proof that we were selling, shipping or just throwing away the extra things we have would be enough? I know you can't say 100% that it would be, but in your personal opinion?

The London embassy seems to be a bit more relaxed than the US processing centres. I plan- if we can get the interview in time- to go with my husband to the interview and discuss it with them. If not, I will hope my husband can be the convincing man I know him to be!

Thank you very much.

That sounds pretty good - you are basically showing intent to reestablish domicile and that is what they want. Are you shipping any stuff to the states? If so why not get an online quote to supply as well.

One other thing, no reason for your inlaws to contact their landlord, a letter from them that you have an agreement to pay rent and will be living with them will be sufficient.

Do you think that sending my taxes tomorrow- via the fastest method the UK post office has- would be enough for them to be considered 'filed'?

Thank you.

With regard to the tax returns, have a look at this topic:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=207227

If you are a USC, you need to file US Tax Returns regardless of where you live, unless you fall into the exempt category. We were in a similar position, but we used a US accountant based in the UK to prepare the returns for us for the three years leading up to the visa application.

On the question of domicile, my husband, the USC had never lived in the UK. What we did was prove his USC status and show that we had somewhere lined up to live when we moved. We also showed that we were selling everything in the UK to make our intentions clear.

Feel free to PM me if you want any further info. Good Luck It is stressful, but worth it in the end....

So, in your opinion, would you think that a letter from my relatives, the 2 year temp visa on my US passport and the proof that we were selling, shipping or just throwing away the extra things we have would be enough? I know you can't say 100% that it would be, but in your personal opinion?

The London embassy seems to be a bit more relaxed than the US processing centres. I plan- if we can get the interview in time- to go with my husband to the interview and discuss it with them. If not, I will hope my husband can be the convincing man I know him to be!

Thank you very much.

Is it necessary that I be an I-864 sponsor? Can my brother-in-law be the sole I-864 filer?

Yes, you are the primary sponsor, regardless of whether or not you have a cosponsor. You must complete the I-864 - you will need to file those taxes.

I know he takes the burden of US earned income, but does that extend to taxes and domicile as well?

I'm not sure what you mean here - do you mean does he need to have filed the taxes and does he need to prove domicile? Well he should be domiciled in the U.S. and he has to have those tax returns as well.

If not, would they accept that my last filing was for 2006?

No.

Is a spousal two year visa temporary enough to be accepted under the domicile requirements?

You may want to read this thread regarding domicile: Proving domicile when not living in the U.S.

OK, I kind of knew I was going to have to sort the taxes first- I was just hoping there would be a way around it cause it involves a massive amount of brain crunching. I have decided to attempt them myself, as I used to file my taxes in the US anyway- got the 2007 without a hitch cause I only had American income with that. 2008 was a monster! That f2555 form is a killer!

I think I have them sorted now and will send them off tomorrow- is that enough for them to be considered 'filed'? I know they'll be late, but I'm not concerned about that. So long as they are considered filed.

I had hoped that my brother-in-law's domicile would be enough to cover both of us, but I can see, from the taxes, that it won't help. I will see what I can do to get something more than my entry clearance (showing a valid from Sept. 26 2007 until Sept. 26, 2009) to show a temp agreement with the UK. I've also asked my relatives to contact their landlords in the states and draft a letter together. I'm not really sure what else I can do. I'll ship some things over- using the post office receipt as proof of having sent it to the states ahead of us.

Thank you for your help.

I have several questions so I'll start from the beginning!

I am filing with a joint sponsor as I cannot show US earned income. I also have failed to file taxes for the US for the past two years as I have been unable to find a company/individual who would do it for a reasonable sum- not to mention that the UK tax year is different from the US tax year. I'm unsure how to reconcile that and was planning to complete the taxes in the US, with someone who would readily understand the US tax system. My accountant made a stab at trying to get the taxes done for me, but he was unable to understand the whole thing. I also have no way- other than my two year spousal visa- to prove US domicile. I do not have children, we are planning to move in with family upon return, and I have been turned down several times for employment based on the fact that I am unable to attend interviews.

Is it necessary that I be an I-864 sponsor? Can my brother-in-law be the sole I-864 filer?

I know he takes the burden of US earned income, but does that extend to taxes and domicile as well?

If not, would they accept that my last filing was for 2006?

Is a spousal two year visa temporary enough to be accepted under the domicile requirements?

The whole process has been very stressful. Thank you all for your help.

My husband and I are in the 'packet 3' phase. We have all the paperwork together and are sending in the DS230 as well as the DS2001 as we have everything we need, paperworkwise, already. I have trolled the forums, been to the embassy's website and looked in every place I can think of. We are in desperate need as we must fly on Sept 2nd and the time is running really short. How do we go about getting the medical scheduled? Do they automatically set a medical date when they receive the DS230?

We have included in the package a letter asking that the process be expedited and copies of the e-tickets we have for the airlines. As far as we have seen this is as much as anyone can do to get the visa processed quicker. Are we correct in thinking this?

Thank you all very much for your help and assistance!

I'm becoming concerned. We haven't heard anything from the London embassy and we sent in out paperwork in May. I've seen a few postings today that say people are getting 28 day turnaround for the approvals. Should I be worried?? Cause I really am! Does anyone have any idea how I can check on it? Really freaking out now.

We haven't gotten my ILR (indefinite leave to remain) as we want to move to the states. If we don't get that approval and get the last half of the visa taken care of soon, I'll have to leave the UK and my husband! I'm not pleased about this. I love my husby.

Not a happy bunny.

CAP AWAY girl!

also, to add to your happiness: the processing times in London are quite quick. As in REALLY quick

Oh, you really have made my year. That is WONDERFUL! We had noticed that London had a quick turnaround time and have seen that they require less- ie they ask that you only send in one G325 each, as opposed to the 4 you are asked to submit in the states.

YES!! Get in!

Once again, THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!

:dance: :dance: my sweetie is coming to Minnesota :dance: :dance: and we don't have to be apart for months on end :dance: :dance: hopefully!

Hi! Since you are both living abroad; you are eligibile for DCF (Direct consular filing); which is faster and much better since it results in an immigrant visa instread of a K non-immigrant visa.

You would always remain the main sponsor and get a co-sponsor to help out. And yes, your BIL can absolutely be the co-sponsor.

Oh my goodness! You have just made my year!!! Thank you for the everso quick response! That is fantastic news! Oh my. Wonderful.

Some people aren't ok with text in caps, but I feel it is necessary-

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!!!!

:dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:

We were planing to use the DCF, I just failed to use the correct terminology- my apologies. Fantastic!

Hello Everyone!

I'm relatively new to this site. I used it immediately after I got married and have found that we are on the visa road again!

I'll give a brief run-down. I married my husband in June 2007. We have been living together in the UK since Sept 2007. My spousal visa to the UK is expiring in Sept 2009, so we have decided to move back to the states.

We are planning to file the K-3 for my husband next Saturday. We are praying for the visa to be approved before my visa expires, so that we have no forced time apart. We are doing Direct Consular Filing as we have done some research and saw that the London office has some good statistics.

So, in doing my research, I've noticed the affidavit of support. I've been in the UK for 2 years almost and have no American funds or UK savings that equals the 125% above the 2009 poverty numbers. This means I will need a joint sponsor. We are planning to live with my sister so I was wondering if my sister's husband would be eligible to be the joint sponsor. I looked at the form and see that it says 'brother', but obviously he is my brother-in-law. Is this possible, or am I just pulling at straws? My sister is attending university so isn't working full-time, otherwise, we'd just use her!

I'd love any help anyone can offer on this, as it may mean that I have to leave my lovely husby behind in order to bring him home.

Thank you.