Can I just print out the AOS (I-485) / EAD (I-765) / AP (I-131) forms and not fill it up electronically? Posted on January 18, 2015March 18, 2015 by Mrs. Presson No. You have to fill the I-485 (AOS) and I-131 (AP) forms electronically. These are important barcodes. The only form that doesn’t generate a barcode is the I-765 (EAD/Work Permit). The red arrow shows where those barcodes are generated after completing the form. Only then you can print the forms and sign them with black…
We got separated / divorced a few weeks after marriage, can I still file for Adjustment of Status? Posted on November 3, 2014November 3, 2014 by Mrs. Presson There are only two (2) scenarios here: 1. Yes, you can TRY to file for Adjustment of Status (AOS): AS LONG AS your husband/ex-husband has already signed the I-864 form and is WILLING to do so. Divorce doesn’t terminate the obligations of a sponsor. If the alien and the original sponsor are divorced, the…
Can you provide a summary of all the processes from Fiancé(e) Petition / Visa to Naturalization? Posted on October 24, 2014January 18, 2016 by Mrs. Presson 1.) The US Citizen Fiancé(e) files for the I-129F Fiancé(e) Petition ($340) – Read More » 2.) Petition gets approved (3-6 months), Get the Case Number from NVC, Wait for Packet 3 / 4 for other countries. For some countries especially the Philippines, you jump straight to the K1 Visa Process without these packets.…
What is the total amount of fees from I-129F Fiancee Petition to K1 Visa to AOS to ROC to Citizenship? Posted on October 24, 2014 by Mrs. Presson Please note that these are only Filing Fees. Medical Examination Fee, Documents, Transportation, and other expenses are not factored in. It varies in every country. Check your local Embassy for actual fee schedules and prevailing exchange rates. Process Fee I-129F Petition Fee USD $340.00 K1 Visa Fee *USD $265.00 Adjustment of Status (AOS) from a…
Where can I find a sample cover letter for Adjustment of Status (AOS)? Posted on October 24, 2014November 14, 2014 by Mrs. Presson I’ve posted a sample cover letter on MrsPresson.com: How To Prepare your AOS Package: Forms, Requirements, and Checklist Related Posts:Where can I find a sample cover letter for I-129F Fiancé(e) I’ve posted a sample and a download link on MrsPresson.com:…Where can I find a sample of “Letter of Intent to… I have posted samples…
What is a Notice of Potential Interview Waiver Case? Does that mean I don’t get to be interviewed for AOS? Posted on October 22, 2014January 1, 2015 by Mrs. Presson It is a notice sent by USCIS’ National Benefits Center (NBC) to Adjustment of Status Applicants that have a potential to have their interviews with Immigration Officers at the field office waived. No, it’s not automatic that your interview is waived. From the name itself, “Potential”, means it’s a possibility. It means that…
Does USCIS accept co-sponsors / joint sponsors on Adjustment of Status from K1 Visa applications? Posted on October 10, 2014January 26, 2015 by Mrs. Presson Yes they accept co-sponsors for Adjustment of Status / AOS from a K1 Visa and it doesn’t matter if they’re blood-related to you or not but they must be : Be U.S. citizen or national or a permanent resident Be at least 18 years of age Be domiciled (live) in the United States Meet all of…
Does the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines accept co-sponsors / joint sponsors for a K1 Visa Application? Posted on October 10, 2014October 10, 2014 by Mrs. Presson 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…
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…
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…