1-134 During Tax Season

[gap1 21]

So if all goes according to the average processing time, there is a good chance we will be at the interview stage weeks after I file my 2010 taxes (January). I have ordered tax transcripts for the last 3 years (2007,8 and 9), but I will probably not be able to obtain an official transcript for 2010 as it will be too soon from when I filed. Will they accept a Turbo Tax pdf of my recent return, or do you think they won't expect a 2010 form since the tax deadline isn't technically until April 15th?

What do you suppose the best plan of action is?

[payxibka 10,045]

So if all goes according to the average processing time, there is a good chance we will be at the interview stage weeks after I file my 2010 taxes (January). I have ordered tax transcripts for the last 3 years (2007,8 and 9), but I will probably not be able to obtain an official transcript for 2010 as it will be too soon from when I filed. Will they accept a Turbo Tax pdf of my recent return, or do you think they won't expect a 2010 form since the tax deadline isn't technically until April 15th?

What do you suppose the best plan of action is?

they will accept a paper "copy" of the return as to be filed (turbo tax, tax cut, etc..) They do NOT accept documents in electronic format

moving to consulate forum where all I-134 questions are suggested to be posted

[CBM 14]

gap1, do you know when the W2 (or is it W4?? I can never remember, it's a T4 in Canada...) available to file your taxes? Do your employers send it in the beginning of January?

[gap1 21]

gap1, do you know when the W2 (or is it W4?? I can never remember, it's a T4 in Canada...) available to file your taxes? Do your employers send it in the beginning of January?

Yes, you can file as soon as you get your W2s (beginning in Jan). It depends on the employer though, as some mail them out and some have it available on an HR website. Mailing may take longer, but most get it early in the month. I usually have mine filed by Feb 1.

[Nik+Heather 121]

Actually, you don't need to show the previous year's stuff until April 15th, I mean, if the IRS doesn't require that you've filed, how could the embassies?

If you're feeling nervous, then document your current income in other ways in addition to the 2009 tax transcript - employer letter, W-2 for 2010, pay stubs, etc.

[gap1 21]

Actually, you don't need to show the previous year's stuff until April 15th, I mean, if the IRS doesn't require that you've filed, how could the embassies?

If you're feeling nervous, then document your current income in other ways in addition to the 2009 tax transcript - employer letter, W-2 for 2010, pay stubs, etc.

Also, since you've been approved at the London embassy, I may as well ask:

I am only planning on showing proof of income (letter from employer, tax returns and pay stubs) on my I-134. Is this ok? I don't own property and do not want to list my bank account balances as they are sad at the moment. My income is well over what is required, do you think that is enough?

[Nik+Heather 121]

Also, since you've been approved at the London embassy, I may as well ask:

I am only planning on showing proof of income (letter from employer, tax returns and pay stubs) on my I-134. Is this ok? I don't own property and do not want to list my bank account balances as they are sad at the moment. My income is well over what is required, do you think that is enough?

I only provided income information - the exact same things you propose. I left all fields regarding assets blank on all affidavits.

[gap1 21]

I only provided income information - the exact same things you propose. I left all fields regarding assets blank on all affidavits.

That's a relief! Thanks.

Also, the I-134 has to be notarized, correct? Is the form itself notarized or do you have to type up something else and have that notarized?

[Nik+Heather 121]

That's a relief! Thanks.

Also, the I-134 has to be notarized, correct? Is the form itself notarized or do you have to type up something else and have that notarized?

We did not get even one piece of paper notarized for the entire process from petition to green card. I think any references to that are a throwback to an older form/policy. I know it's confusing!

[NigeriaorBust 4,087]

Actually, you don't need to show the previous year's stuff until April 15th, I mean, if the IRS doesn't require that you've filed, how could the embassies?

If you're feeling nervous, then document your current income in other ways in addition to the 2009 tax transcript - employer letter, W-2 for 2010, pay stubs, etc.

They actually start asking/demanding the prior year in about mid Febuary. So no waiting until April 15 if you have immigration things before that.

[gap1 21]

They actually start asking/demanding the prior year in about mid Febuary. So no waiting until April 15 if you have immigration things before that.

That's fine, as I usually file in Jan anyway...but I will not be able to get official tax transcripts that close to my filing date...is a regular pdf of my return ok?

Wait, you didn't get anything notarized?

[amykathleen2005 441]

You don't have to notarize anything for London.

[gap1 21]

You don't have to notarize anything for London.

That's weird, then why does the London site say it has to be? This process is difficult enough without mixed information.

Thanks for the info.