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…

Our petition was already approved but my fiancé(e)’s birthday is incorrect. What should we do?

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?

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?

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…

Do I need to have our documents notarized for the AOS/EAD/AP Package we’re supposed to send out to USCIS?

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?

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 ?

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…

Is the I-693 Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record really required?

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…

What is USCIS Form I-693?

It is the Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. It is used by Designated USCIS Civil Surgeons to report results of an immigration medical exam. It is a requirement by USCIS to establish / prove that you are not inadmissible to the United States on public health grounds. You can download the form directly…

What are the Health-related Grounds of Inadmissibility to the U.S. ?

The USCIS website classifies these Health-related Grounds of Inadmissibility as Class A condition. Class A A communicable disease of public health significance Associated/harmful behavior that will most likely recur due to past or present, mental disorders Drug abuse and/or addiction Class B Though this does not render the applicant inadmissible, it represents a departure from…