February 09 - VSC, K-1 filings

[Richard-Joanna 1]

Good point Derek. I have all new things to consider now. I wonder if I can still go to the bowl game? I guess we'll just have to wait and see on that one.

Liz who doesn't want to start their day with a fistful of drugs. I can think of noone. !

LOL.... like I always say, be careful what you wish for

[lizandpat 0]

Lee congratssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss it was about time!!!im really happy for you...guys iam sorry I have been MIA but finals are getting to me....love u all...xoxo

-ME

No worries, Maire! You just do what you have to and get those finals done!!! We'll still be here when they are over! Good luck!

Thank you Maire. It was about time though. I am so relieved and now excited. I can't wait. I understand about finals. At least the semster is almost over.

Liz what time do you go home?

I was so worried about how difficult the holidays were going to be and having my girls by my side is going to make it much much easier. Once again thanks all of you for helping keep my spirits up. I don't think I could have made it through this process without you.

I don't get to go home until my 3pm....blegh!

I know what you mean....I don't think I'd have made it if Pat hadn't been able to come over in time for the holidays! I'm so glad that your girls will be there by then though! I'm sure they will LOVE their first Christmas in America!!!!! Pat is loving all the cool decorations and putting up lights outside and all the fun traditions we have...lol! It's going to be a glorius Christmas!

Good point Derek. I have all new things to consider now. I wonder if I can still go to the bowl game? I guess we'll just have to wait and see on that one.

Liz who doesn't want to start their day with a fistful of drugs. I can think of noone. !

LOL.... like I always say, be careful what you wish for

Ouch...don't make me laugh...

[D_n_M 0]

No worries Maire... Handle your business and we will all still be here... it will be over soon!

[IgorK 0]

Lee, I am soooooo excited for you and Oksana :dance: :dance: :dance: ! Congratulations my friend!!! You very well deserved it!

[lizandpat 0]

Derek - Did you file an I-693 with your AOS paperwork? If so, did you have a local Civil Surgeon sign it? There is some debate going on here on the AOS forum regarding this Dr. Arnold guy from Texas who is willing to sign them without seeing you in person. I'm thinking of going ahead and starting to contact local CS's to see what they charge.

[D_n_M 0]

Yes Liz.. The I-693 is the medical exam. Inoculations and and a quick check-up. I would find the civil surgeon in your area and go there. Pat should not require many shots if any at all. The I-693 is required and will be sealed when you send it. If the seal is broken have to get another one. I paid about $160 for two shots and the check-up.

Edited December 3, 2009 by D_n_M

[lizandpat 0]

Yes Liz.. The I-693 is the medical exam. Inoculations and and a quick check-up. I would find the civil surgeon in your area and go there. Pat should not require many shots if any at all. The I-693 is required and will be sealed when you send it. If the seal is broken have to get another one.

Ok...just curious...why did Maria have another exam? According to the USCIS site, if you file AOS within 1 year of your K1 medical exam you don't have to get another one. I've just found a list of the local CS's and will start calling to see what they say. Thanks for sharing your info!!!

[D_n_M 0]

She had the tetanus done before she arrived. Had to get the MMR for the I-693. Bring your med record to the CS and they will tell you what you need. I found them to be helpful and friendly.

[lizandpat 0]

She had the tetanus done before she arrived. Had to get the MMR for the I-693. Bring your med record to the CS and they will tell you what you need. I found them to be helpful and friendly.

Oh ok...I thought she got the full medical exam again as well! I think Pat will be ok on shots but we'll be sure to have all of that with us when we go! THANK YOU!! btw...was it very expensive?

[D_n_M 0]

Our was about $160. He will need a new blood test and a general check up before the CS will sign off the I-693.

Here is the link

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3aos

I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status. If you are a K-1, K-2, K-3 or K-4 visa holder the I-693 instructions state that you are not required to have another medical examination as long as your Form I-485 is filed within one year of your overseas medical examination. Regardless of if you are exempt from a medical exam, you are still required to complete certain portions of the I-693 and have a Civil Surgeon certify the form (and seal it in an evelope). Specifically, you will complete Part 1 (Information about you) of the I-693 and provide both the form and your DS-3025 (if you have it, proving your vaccination history) and any proof of required vaccinations that were completed prior to entering the US. If you do not have a copy of your DS-3025 you will need to provide sufficient evidence of your vaccination history to the Civil Surgeon (talk to the civil surgeon's office to discuss what vaccination records they accept as proof). If you do not have proof of your vaccination history the Civil Surgeon may insist on re-administering all the required vaccinations prior to completing the I-693. Once the Civil Surgeon has has verified that all required vaccinations have been performed, they will complete form I-693 Part 2 (the vaccination section) and Part 5 (the Civil Surgeon's Certification). They will then seal the form in an envelope and return it to you.

[lizandpat 0]

Our was about $160. He will need a new blood test and a general check up before the CS will sign off the I-693.

Here is the link

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3aos

I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status. If you are a K-1, K-2, K-3 or K-4 visa holder the I-693 instructions state that you are not required to have another medical examination as long as your Form I-485 is filed within one year of your overseas medical examination. Regardless of if you are exempt from a medical exam, you are still required to complete certain portions of the I-693 and have a Civil Surgeon certify the form (and seal it in an evelope). Specifically, you will complete Part 1 (Information about you) of the I-693 and provide both the form and your DS-3025 (if you have it, proving your vaccination history) and any proof of required vaccinations that were completed prior to entering the US. If you do not have a copy of your DS-3025 you will need to provide sufficient evidence of your vaccination history to the Civil Surgeon (talk to the civil surgeon's office to discuss what vaccination records they accept as proof). If you do not have proof of your vaccination history the Civil Surgeon may insist on re-administering all the required vaccinations prior to completing the I-693. Once the Civil Surgeon has has verified that all required vaccinations have been performed, they will complete form I-693 Part 2 (the vaccination section) and Part 5 (the Civil Surgeon's Certification). They will then seal the form in an envelope and return it to you.

Ok...still not sure about needing that checkup...according to what you quoted here, he shouldnt. Now the problem I've discovered...we don't think we have a copy of the DS-3025....

[lizandpat 0]

Richard! What are you doing online???? And what time is it there???

[Richard-Joanna 1]

Richard! What are you doing online???? And what time is it there???

I am working online, unfortunately. I am +6 from eastern and +7 from you

Visas were picked up by DHL according to the website, not sent out from Warsaw yet, but at least they are on their way... by horse and buggy no doubt

Are you feeling any better Liz?

[lizandpat 0]

Richard! What are you doing online???? And what time is it there???

I am working online, unfortunately. I am +6 from eastern and +7 from you

Visas were picked up by DHL according to the website, not sent out from Warsaw yet, but at least they are on their way... by horse and buggy no doubt

Are you feeling any better Liz?

Ugh...can't they leave you alone on your vacation for pete's sake!!! Can I smack someone for you????

Now to get them there before the 9th!

Not really....the dang meds are making me loopy now! Should make for an interesting drive home though...lol! Maybe I can let Jessie drive...

[IgorK 0]

Richard! What are you doing online???? And what time is it there???

I am working online, unfortunately. I am +6 from eastern and +7 from you

Visas were picked up by DHL according to the website, not sent out from Warsaw yet, but at least they are on their way... by horse and buggy no doubt

Are you feeling any better Liz?

If the messenger doesn't get shot in the woods - it will come