did you guys use highlighter?

[Otto 83]

We did on two pieces of supporting evidence (International Birth Certificates and Divorce Decree).

[Swekhah 0]

I did too... Names, address, important information...

Just Bob,

That was funny!!! I'm literally on the floor!!!

[Kittyfang 6]

It doesnt become black when scanned, as long as you use a regular yellow highlighter, so it's safe to use if you want to point some things out, like your joint address, and both names on bills, for example.

To Just_Bob: While not required, the original poster CAN use the highlighter, like many of us have, if he/she wants to, there's no reason not to use it unless you can point us to the directions where it specifically says that highlighters are not allowed. And I didn't see where the OP asked for your input on question asking technique.

Mike.

Mike,

yes, you are absolutely correct: everybody can use a highlighter, run a red traffic light, or rape a child. No argument here. I just said one should not do it, not even in your home country, but you are welcome to do as you please.

"Tips for Filing Petitions and Applications"

April 2008

1. Follow the form’s instructions carefully:

• Use the most current edition of the form. (You can access the most current edition by selecting “Forms” in the “Related Links” section in the upper right of this web page.)
• Respond to all questions and provide information in the answer blanks and check boxes.
• Print or type information using black ink only. IMPORTANT: Do NOT “highlight” or “background shade” entries
• Make sure the applicant or petitioner signs the form as instructed.
• Include the correct fee specified in the form instructions. Attach the fee or

  fee waiver by paper clip or staple in the upper left corner of the completed form application or petition.

• Provide all requested documentation and evidence with the application or petition.
• Follow the instructions on the notice you receive for biometrics/fingerprinting. The date, time, and location of your appointment will be provided. Take all receipt notices you have with you to your appointment.

Because there's no difference between highlighting a couple of words and raping a child, right?

I may be wrong, but I think I read somewhere on USCIS' website that you can use little sticky arrows (usually used to show you where to sign). I would use those, if you don't want to highlight.

[Kathryn41 3,205]

I yellow or pale green highlighted names, dates,address, account numbers, special lines in accounts (ie paying the mortgage from joint account), etc. for all the attachments but not on the actual immigration forms themselves. I did it for the K-1, for the AOS, for the ROC and for the Citizenship applications. It was never an issue and there was never an RFE or comment.

Edited October 20, 2009 by Kathryn41

[jjbandero 39]

I didn't highlight any of the official forms, but I did highlight some of our supporting documents because it was not always easy to see the names and addresses on these documents.

[gogal2020 0]

I didn't highlight any of the official forms, but I did highlight some of our supporting documents because it was not always easy to see the names and addresses on these documents.

Wow, since highliting a bill is just as bad as "raping a child" (sick), as Just_bob stated, maybe we should just rethink our filing guidlines, since Just_Bob "knows" what he's talking about.

Edited October 20, 2009 by gogal2020

[David-and-Mae 15]

I didn't highlight any of the official forms, but I did highlight some of our supporting documents because it was not always easy to see the names and addresses on these documents.

Exactly!

I didn't highlight the form too, not even the notarized affidavits.

[Brother Hesekiel 2,235]

Wow, since highliting a bill is just as bad as "raping a child" (sick), as Just_bob stated, maybe we should just rethink our filing guidlines, since Just_Bob "knows" what he's talking about.

Gogal,

quite obviously, your reading skills are as limited as your English skills and your comprehension skills: horrible!

NOWHERE, absolutely nowhere, did I state that "highlighting a bill is just as bad as raping a child."

You can bullsh*t your Russian compadres as much as you want, but don't make any claims about me, that you sucked out of the deep, dirty parts of your despicable soul.

The forum rules prohibit me to say what I think about you, you lucky son of a gun . . .

[dimp_123 0]

i used yellow highlighter on supporting documents ....

[Krikit 1,163]

Good grief, Just Bob. You're getting a little extreme over a bit of highlighter.

I used highlighter too, epoy.

[Krikit 1,163]

Post removed. If there are anymore inappropriate posts, administrative action will be taken. Thank you.

Edited October 20, 2009 by Krikit

[ichi 0]

To get back to the OP's question...

We didn't highlight anything, but I wish I would have now in hindsight. At the time, I worried that it was scan/copy black, as others have suggested here, or that it would somehow insult the intelligence of whomever was reviewing our file.

But, really, I should have highlighted to draw attention to what information I was wanting said reviewer to review.

Oh well. Hopefully they'll figure it out.

[visacheck 3]

It doesnt become black when scanned, as long as you use a regular yellow highlighter, so it's safe to use if you want to point some things out, like your joint address, and both names on bills, for example.

To Just_Bob: While not required, the original poster CAN use the highlighter, like many of us have, if he/she wants to, there's no reason not to use it unless you can point us to the directions where it specifically says that highlighters are not allowed. And I didn't see where the OP asked for your input on question asking technique.

Mike.

Mike,

yes, you are absolutely correct: everybody can use a highlighter, run a red traffic light, or rape a child. No argument here. I just said one should not do it, not even in your home country, but you are welcome to do as you please.

"Tips for Filing Petitions and Applications"

April 2008

1. Follow the form’s instructions carefully:

• Use the most current edition of the form. (You can access the most current edition by selecting “Forms” in the “Related Links” section in the upper right of this web page.)
• Respond to all questions and provide information in the answer blanks and check boxes.
• Print or type information using black ink only. IMPORTANT: Do NOT “highlight” or “background shade” entries
• Make sure the applicant or petitioner signs the form as instructed.
• Include the correct fee specified in the form instructions. Attach the fee or

  fee waiver by paper clip or staple in the upper left corner of the completed form application or petition.

• Provide all requested documentation and evidence with the application or petition.
• Follow the instructions on the notice you receive for biometrics/fingerprinting. The date, time, and location of your appointment will be provided. Take all receipt notices you have with you to your appointment.

Doesnt that "Do NOT “highlight” or “background shade” entries" refer to the IMMIGRATION FORMS?! The OP and VJ'ers who responded where talkin about highlighting the documents they submitted.

I guess the answer is YES!

[Ash83 0]

It doesnt become black when scanned, as long as you use a regular yellow highlighter, so it's safe to use if you want to point some things out, like your joint address, and both names on bills, for example.

To Just_Bob: While not required, the original poster CAN use the highlighter, like many of us have, if he/she wants to, there's no reason not to use it unless you can point us to the directions where it specifically says that highlighters are not allowed. And I didn't see where the OP asked for your input on question asking technique.

Mike.

Mike,

yes, you are absolutely correct: everybody can use a highlighter, run a red traffic light, or rape a child. No argument here. I just said one should not do it, not even in your home country, but you are welcome to do as you please.

"Tips for Filing Petitions and Applications"

April 2008

1. Follow the form’s instructions carefully:

• Use the most current edition of the form. (You can access the most current edition by selecting “Forms” in the “Related Links” section in the upper right of this web page.)
• Respond to all questions and provide information in the answer blanks and check boxes.
• Print or type information using black ink only. IMPORTANT: Do NOT “highlight” or “background shade” entries
• Make sure the applicant or petitioner signs the form as instructed.
• Include the correct fee specified in the form instructions. Attach the fee or

  fee waiver by paper clip or staple in the upper left corner of the completed form application or petition.

• Provide all requested documentation and evidence with the application or petition.
• Follow the instructions on the notice you receive for biometrics/fingerprinting. The date, time, and location of your appointment will be provided. Take all receipt notices you have with you to your appointment.

All the guys responded on highlight on the supported documents not the actual form itself So do not stress out.... No one is running red lights nor highlighting the USCIS forms..

[gogal2020 0]

All the guys responded on highlight on the supported documents not the actual form itself So do not stress out.... No one is running red lights nor highlighting the USCIS forms..

Agreed.

Edited October 20, 2009 by gogal2020