I have a question before I send the K1 petition, Please advise!

[JORDANTONI09 10]

Hey all VJ'ers, got a few questions.

1. I'm getting all things prepared and I'm about to send them off, but the thing that concerns me is that I'm more than likely gonna be moving to another state. I'm gonna be moving from L.A. to Vegas cuz I'm looking for better opportunities there. So what do I do if I send them out here in L.A. and I move to Vegas? Is it easy to change my address and be fine or will it give me a hard time in the long run? I'm just worried that things will get messed up just cuz I moved after I get the NOA1 and have like major delays just cuz of that.

2. I dont think I really have like 3 tax returns, I know I have 2 and I dont think it shows that I can support us two, so I know that I have to get a co-sponsor and my aunt is more than willing to help me out with that. So, does it matter if she's one and she lives in a different state? I brought up the tax returns cuz I'm wondering what to do cuz I dont have 3. Can anybody tell me more on what to do with that?

Thank you all for reading this and I'll appreciate all the advice that you can give me. God Bless.

[Dakine 26]

I suggest you plan on making another trip. 4 days doesn't hack it.

Especially if you have to have a cosponsor. USEM doesn't like cosponsors for K1s much.

Edited September 30, 2009 by Haole

[SomedaySomehow 1]

1) You can change your address via the USCIS website or through the 1-800 number at anytime during the process.... not a problem at all. Don't worry about that.

2) You only need to submit 1 year of the most recent tax return with the Affadavit of Support for the K1. However some will suggest to send 3 years worth. Personally I only sent my fiance 1 year, but included 2 months of pay stubs, a letter from my employer and bank statements as well. None of this needs to be sent in with the K1 petition initially. Your fiance will need it at the day of her interview, which may be a good thing in your case as you could use your tax returns from this upcoming filing season ( pending meeting the poverty guidelines I guess for this year ).

Once you are married and she is here and you file for Adjustment of status, than you will need to produce 3 years of tax returns. Like Hoale said above, USEM tends to not accept Co-sponsors, at least not on a consistent basis, so be prepared for that potential problem at the interview. Good luck!

[JORDANTONI09 10]

1) You can change your address via the USCIS website or through the 1-800 number at anytime during the process.... not a problem at all. Don't worry about that.

2) You only need to submit 1 year of the most recent tax return with the Affadavit of Support for the K1. However some will suggest to send 3 years worth. Personally I only sent my fiance 1 year, but included 2 months of pay stubs, a letter from my employer and bank statements as well. None of this needs to be sent in with the K1 petition initially. Your fiance will need it at the day of her interview, which may be a good thing in your case as you could use your tax returns from this upcoming filing season ( pending meeting the poverty guidelines I guess for this year ).

Once you are married and she is here and you file for Adjustment of status, than you will need to produce 3 years of tax returns. Like Hoale said above, USEM tends to not accept Co-sponsors, at least not on a consistent basis, so be prepared for that potential problem at the interview. Good luck!

Thank you, this advice was really helpful. I was worried about me moving and all. Well the only real concern is me with the co sponsor, I know it does go case by case with it, but I do hope to use one. I hear its a lot better when the co sponsor is a close family member and I plan to use my aunt as one, I didnt make enough to be over the poverty line on my last tax return. I am getting a job that should help me out with all this, at least show them that I will make over the poverty line in a year but I would like to use a co sponsor as a back up or something. Thank you again and good luck to you on the interview! God Bless.

[SomedaySomehow 1]

To be honest though Legendof .... USEM and the US government doesn't care if the beneficiary works or has worked ... it is all about the petitioner in the US proving to them that the beneficiary will not become a public charge on the tax payers in the US ... that's why the "petitioner" needs to meet the poverty guidelines ... using a co sponsor is a way to do this ... but USEM is not very consistent with accepting or denying co sponsors.

[tallcoolone 102]

Regarding poverty or income, my fiance's co-sponsor is his dad. And he is still a student (he is in senior year now). I read it in some thread before that it wouldnt be a problem if consul see a potential or capability of your beneficiary to work in the US. So, advice her to do good on her interview. Speak in english good.

Yes, We have seen VJ'ers at USEM get approved who had no job, but had just graduated and showed income potential.

"Speak in English Good", is considered racist remark in USA. We have many many USA Citizens that can't speak "Good English", and they range from Doctors to shift workers at your local 7-11'.

It may be best if you choose your words better.

[JORDANTONI09 10]

Regarding poverty or income, my fiance's co-sponsor is his dad. And he is still a student (he is in senior year now). I read it in some thread before that it wouldnt be a problem if consul see a potential or capability of your beneficiary to work in the US. So, advice her to do good on her interview. Speak in english good. And if she is working, advice to present her employment history or certificate of employment. I dont have my interview yet, but I will do my best to pass it. I worked in call center for over 3 years already, and I worked with big US companies (telecom and online travel agency).

Don't worry too much about it, just GO and get you Love.

Hooray!

Thanks for taking the time to comment on our thread. Jordan and I have discussed several details regarding the interview and we've snagged a few substantial pointers from fellow VJ members who have undergone the interview process.

" Speak in english good." - - - Thanks for the concern but I think I've got that part covered and apparently, you seem to think that you do as well. I can fully articulate myself in English since I was raised speaking the language.

I think what you meant to say was, "Speak English fluently." Some people might take offense to your remark and misconstrue it as racist so as thetallcoolone said, choose your words wisely.

I am currently employed in a company that hired me for two posts, namely as a Web Researcher for a political client and a Resource Specialist for major call centers based in Metro Manila.

MY PERSONAL NOTE TO FILIPINAS: You need not have the eloquence of Jane Austen nor do you need to be an effective speaker to pass the interview. The last time I checked, we aren't reporting to the grammar police. As long as you're able to communicate in English, you'll be fine. At the end of the day, we have to remind ourselves that we won't be solely judged on our "English Proficiency" but the legitimacy of the relationship.

THE BEST OF LUCK TO YOU, legendofzelda!

[MI.PI 7]

MY PERSONAL NOTE TO FILIPINAS: You need not have the eloquence of Jane Austen nor do you need to be an effective speaker to pass the interview. The last time I checked, we aren't reporting to the grammar police. As long as you're able to communicate in English, you'll be fine. At the end of the day, we have to remind ourselves that we won't be solely judged on our "English Proficiency" but the legitimacy of the relationship.

well said

good luck on your visa journey

[sunandmoon 450]

Pokwang: "Ambisyosang Palaka"

Who's erudite in english btw?

an English teacher or professor.

[marriedtomrg 141]

Have you sent out your petition already?

Regarding poverty or income, my fiance's co-sponsor is his dad. And he is still a student (he is in senior year now). I read it in some thread before that it wouldnt be a problem if consul see a potential or capability of your beneficiary to work in the US. So, advice her to do good on her interview. Speak in english good. And if she is working, advice to present her employment history or certificate of employment. I dont have my interview yet, but I will do my best to pass it. I worked in call center for over 3 years already, and I worked with big US companies (telecom and online travel agency).

Don't worry too much about it, just GO and get you Love.

Hooray!

Thanks for taking the time to comment on our thread. Jordan and I have discussed several details regarding the interview and we've snagged a few substantial pointers from fellow VJ members who have undergone the interview process.

" Speak in english good." - - - Thanks for the concern but I think I've got that part covered and apparently, you seem to think that you do as well. I can fully articulate myself in English since I was raised speaking the language.

I think what you meant to say was, "Speak English fluently." Some people might take offense to your remark and misconstrue it as racist so as thetallcoolone said, choose your words wisely.

I am currently employed in a company that hired me for two posts, namely as a Web Researcher for a political client and a Resource Specialist for major call centers based in Metro Manila.

MY PERSONAL NOTE TO FILIPINAS: You need not have the eloquence of Jane Austen nor do you need to be an effective speaker to pass the interview. The last time I checked, we aren't reporting to the grammar police. As long as you're able to communicate in English, you'll be fine. At the end of the day, we have to remind ourselves that we won't be solely judged on our "English Proficiency" but the legitimacy of the relationship.

THE BEST OF LUCK TO YOU, legendofzelda!

[Krikit 1,164]

Posts containing personal attacks have been removed and administrative action taken.

Edited October 2, 2009 by Krikit

[Rocky_nBullwinkle 6]

Pokwang: "Ambisyosang Palaka"

Who's erudite in english btw?

My friend in Wal-mart. She is an Italian immigrant. She always corrects our English. LOL. Another one? The call center agents in India. They claim they are the best English speakers in the world.

[muñequita linda 0]

Who's erudite in english btw?

Yours truly!