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Does the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines accept co-sponsors / joint sponsors for a K1 Visa Application?

Short Answer: It depends. It’s not a yes. It’s not a no. There is no clear-cut answer to this one. It’s a risk you have to take. There has been no official announcement  (meaning if they accept it or not, they only mention that laws do not disallow co-sponsorship) by the U.S. Embassy Manila about their policy…

What is “Public Charge”?

Being considered as “Public Charge” means that you are seen as someone who will primarily depend on Government subsistence which therefore makes you ineligible to receive a U.S. Immigrant Visa under the Under Section 212(a)(4) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Inadmissibility is determined through “totality of circumstances”, all the positive and negative factors that…

What is Report of Marriage (ROM) ? Where do I file it?

Report of Marriage is a process wherein the marriage solemnized / contracted abroad must be reported to the Civil Registrar of the Philippines through the Philippine Consulates/Embassies that have jurisdiction over the country / state the Filipino national is residing in. This requirement applicable to all Filipino Citizens who get married abroad. (“Law on Registry of Civil…

The CBP Officer did not give me an I-94 Arrival/Departure Record. Where do I get my I-94?

CBP used to have physical I-94 cards/papers that they attach to passports upon U.S. entry, but these all changed in 2013. The I-94 is now automated and can be accessed online by the admitted alien/visitor. Give it 4 to 7 days from your arrival before checking your I-94.   Sources: CBP.gov – I-94 Automation Fact…

What is Form I-94?

Form I-94 is the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Arrival/Departure Record that is issued to aliens at Port of Entry (POE) as proof of admission to the U.S. These are issued by the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Officers at Immigration Areas at the airport. Found on the I-94 is the departure date as noted/allowed by…

I’m a K1 Applicant, What is my Priority Date?

If you are a K1 Applicant and you’re trying to schedule your appointment online, You will be asked for your K1 Visa Priority Date. When you look at your NOA 2 (I-797) Approval Receipt, the Priority Date is blank. Don’t worry, it is usually the NOA1 (I-797C) Date or the NOA2 (I-797) Receipt Date. It doesn’t…

Where do I track my I-129F Petition after submission?

When you get your NOA1 (I-797C, Notice of Acceptance), USCIS will provide you with a 13-character receipt number that you’re going to use on their Online USCIS My Case Status Tracker.   Please read: USCIS My Case Status Tracker Related Posts:I’m a K1 Applicant, What is my Priority Date? If you are a K1 Applicant…

I’ve recently just moved after filing the I-129F Petition and now it’s approved. How do I correct my address?

If at any point you move during the I-129F Petition / K1 Visa Process, make sure that your fiancé(e) submits an updated Form G-325A on their K1 Visa Interview. This should reflect any change on your end, whether occupation, residence address, contact number, etc. If you’re already in the AOS Process, and you’re the applicant’s…

We are married now and we’ve just recently moved to a new residence. We have also submitted our AOS Package. Do I need to update my information with USCIS?

If you’re the AOS applicant: You are required to report a change of address within 10 days of moving. You may report a Change of Address by filling up the AR-11 Form, or change it online through USCIS Online Change of Address.   If you’re the sponsor of your spouse on his/her AOS application: You…

What are my duties and responsibilities as a Sponsor signing the Form I-864?

In a nutshell, you are financially responsible for the intending immigrant / AOS applicant. This Form I-864 is a legally binding document between you and the U.S. Government. This document serves as proof that the U.S. government may consider your income and assets to be available for the support of the intending immigrant / AOS…