When will my obligations as a Sponsor on I-864, Affidavit of Support end? Posted on September 10, 2014December 20, 2015 by Mrs. Presson Your obligation as a sponsor doesn’t end when the person already gained permanent residency / a Green Card. Your responsibility as a sponsor will only end if: The one you are sponsoring becomes a U.S. Citizen. The one you are sponsoring has worked, or has credited 40 quarters of coverage under the Social Security Act.…
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…
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…
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…
Do I need to have our documents notarized for the AOS/EAD/AP Package we’re supposed to send out to USCIS? Posted on August 25, 2014September 26, 2014 by Mrs. Presson No, you don’t have to have your documents notarized unless otherwise instructed by an Immigration/Consular Officer. But you can if you wanted to. It’s not required but if you think it’s better to send in notarized documents to prove its authenticity, go ahead. Banks in the U.S., especially if you’re their banking client offer this for…
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…
We are having a hard time getting an interview appointment online but we want to move forward with the Medical Exam. What can we use in lieu of the Appointment Confirmation? Posted on August 24, 2014 by Mrs. Presson There are no guarantees but you may use any of the following in lieu of the interview appointment confirmation for your K1 Visa Medical Exam at SLEC: A copy of the NVC Letter sent to your U.S. Citizen fiancé(e) An email confirmation of the NVC Case Number from NVCInquiry@state.gov The U.S. Embassy Eligibility Letter you got…
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…
Is the I-693 Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record really required? Posted on August 24, 2014January 28, 2016 by Mrs. Presson USCIS FORMS are updated periodically so make sure you download the correct form version AND read the instructions carefully. There are a few things to consider, and you should ask yourself: 1. Are your vaccinations complete in your DS-3025? You probably don’t need an I-693 if your vaccinations are complete. Just send in your…