Our petition was already forwarded to the local US Embassy but some information is incorrect. What should we do? Posted on September 10, 2014September 10, 2014 by Mrs. Presson If at any point you have submitted your petition / visa form and you have incorrect items on it, always contact the agency directly responsible for correcting mistakes. Approved petitions that are already forwarded to the local US Embassy are usually corrected through the US Embassy’s Immigrant Visa Unit. Look for the IV Unit’s contact number under the…
Our petition was already approved but my fiancé(e)’s birthday is incorrect. What should we do? Posted on September 10, 2014 by Mrs. Presson If at any point you have submitted your petition / visa form and you have incorrect items on it, always contact the agency directly responsible for correcting mistakes. I-129F Petitions are usually corrected through USCIS. You may call them at 1 (800) 375-5283. Related Posts:Our petition was already forwarded to the local US Embassy… If at…
How much does a DS-3025 to I-693 Transcription from a Civil Surgeon cost? Posted on August 28, 2014August 28, 2014 by Mrs. Presson Honestly, it all depends on the Civil Surgeon. I paid just $15 for mine. It shouldn’t cost you more than $50 for a transcription though. They just literally transfer the information from your DS-3025 to your I-693. The Civil Surgeon will recommend you to get a booster shot / additional vaccines. It all depends on…
I’m the USC Petitioner and I’m currently visiting my fiancé(e) abroad. Can I file the I-129F at the local U.S. Embassy/Consulate? Posted on August 25, 2014August 25, 2014 by Mrs. Presson No, you cannot file the I-129F Fiancé(e) Petition at a U.S. Embassy / Consulate / USCIS office abroad. The I-129F Petition must filed directly to USCIS. Direct Filing Addresses for Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) The USCIS Dallas Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service: USCIS P.O. Box 660151 Dallas, TX 75266 For Express…
Form I-134: Is it really 125% of the Poverty Guidelines? or 100%? Posted on August 25, 2014October 23, 2014 by Mrs. Presson For the K1 Visa Process, the petitioner is required to have an annual income of 100% not 125% of the HHS Poverty Guidelines. The 125% is for the Affidavit of Support, Form I-864, that you’re supposed to use for Adjustment of Status. The answer was also mentioned on U.S. Embassy Manila’s blog, The VISAtisfied…
Do I still need the DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157, and DS-230 Forms for my K1 Visa Interview? Posted on August 25, 2014 by Mrs. Presson No, you don’t need those forms now unless otherwise noted on your local U.S. Embassy instructions. They have made the move from paper forms to the electronic DS-160 forms that you can access online. Read more on: K1 Visa Interview Requirements and Checklist U.S. Department of State – K1 Fiancé(e) Visas: Required Documentation Related…
Is there a CENOMAR equivalent for U.S. Citizens? Posted on August 25, 2014October 16, 2014 by Mrs. Presson There is no CENOMAR equivalent for U.S. Citizens. There’s the “Affidavit in Lieu of a Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage”. It’s $50 at the U.S. Embassy and must be requested by the U.S. Citizen (USC). This is mostly used by USC’s when contracting marraige in the Philippines. This is not needed in anywhere in the K1 Visa…
How long is the DS-3025 / Medical Examination valid? Posted on August 24, 2014 by Mrs. Presson K1 Visa Stage: Normal – In general, medical examinations are valid for 6 months from the date of the Medical Exam. Meaning you’d have to have your K1 Visa Interview before this. Sputum Exams – These are usually valid for 3 months so you must have your K1 Visa Interview before it expires. AOS Stage: Your…
What are these immunizations / vaccinations required under U.S. Law ? Posted on August 24, 2014 by Mrs. Presson The U.S. Department of State has listed the following as vaccination requirements: Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Influenza Influenza type b (Hib) Measles Meningococcal Mumps Pneumococcal Pertussis Polio Rotavirus Rubella Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids Varicella Immigrants may be required to receive one or more of the listed vaccinations above if the panel physician deems it is…
What name do I use on my AOS forms? Married name or Maiden name? Posted on August 24, 2014January 6, 2016 by Mrs. Presson If you’ve taken the surname/last name of your U.S. Citizen spouse, you may fill up your I-485 Adjustment of Status Forms (EAD / AP forms as well) under your Married Name. You just have to attach proof (ie. Marraige Certificate) that you had your legal name changed upon marraige, which is usually found on the Marraige…