Mailing I-129F - what do I include?

[8338liberty 0]

Hi

I am at the very start of the K-1 journey and would be grateful for some clarification. There is an amazing amount of information on this site which is a great help, however I'm not sure I can find one clear list of everything that needs to go along with the completed I-129F.

Am I right that we need to send the following:
- completed I-129F
- statement of how we met and evidence to show continued relationship in last 2 years
- letters stating we both intend to marry the other
- petitioner copy of birth certificate (both front & back)
- passport photo of both petitioner and fiancé
- completed G-325A - by both petitioner and fiancé
- completed G-1145 (optional)
- cheque for the fee
- cover letter (optional)

Is that everything?

Also one other question, I was adopted at a young age and so do I put my adopted parents names as my mother and fathers details or my birth certificate information on the I-129F. I have both a birth certificate and an adoption certificate.

Thank you in advance for your help.
R

[2ndMessiah 184]

The requirement is that you have physically met in the last two years. I.E. been in the same place at the same time.

You need proof of that. Not proof that you have been in a relationship for two years. Or have I misread your post?

[Al422 221]

2ndmessiah is right that it is proof you met in the last 2 years, not evidence of continued relationship. That proof is subjective but usually includes visa stamps and boarding passes to show actual travel ,photos of the two of you together, and receipts for things you did together like dinner at restaurant.

Is this the first marriage for each of you? If not be sure to include a copy the relevant divorce decree.

I do not know the answer about the adoptive v bilogical parents issue. Sorry.

Edited May 18, 2014 by Al422

[8338liberty 0]

Thank you - yes - I didn't phrase it right, but evidence that we have met.

Do we need the I- 134 at this stage?

[Nich-Nick 3,354]

Thank you - yes - I didn't phrase it right, but evidence that we have met.

Do we need the I- 134 at this stage?

I -134 goes to the interview in London.

Have you looked at the list in the Guide? http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1guide

Edited May 18, 2014 by Nich-Nick

[8338liberty 0]

Thanks Nich-Nick - hadn't spotted that page. That helps a lot.

Any idea if I put biological or adopted parental info on the I-194 form?

[Nich-Nick 3,354]

Thanks Nich-Nick - hadn't spotted that page. That helps a lot.

Any idea if I put biological or adopted parental info on the I-194 form?

I would personally put the adoptive parents. They are by law the parents. Most adoptees don't even know their bio parents.

You can add a page to any form. Label the top wih the form name and question number. Then you can list both if you wish, for a full disclosure.

On that Guide page, it is serious over-kill for anybody interviewing in London. Here is the list revised for you.--

What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2):

NO 1. A copy of the entire I-129f package (that you made when you sent the petition in) and a copy of information that you sent back due to an RFE (if you received one). Your fiance(e) should review this information in advance of the interview (the embassy will have copies of this as well).

NO 2. Send copies of the documentary proof that you submitted with the I-129F for your fiance(e) to have on hand for their interview at the embassy. Your fiance(e) should review this information in advance of the interview (the embassy will have copies of this as well).

NO 3. Send an original letter affirming your desire to marry your fiance(e) and your continued support of the K-1 Visa. Sign and date the form. This will be similar to the letter you provided with the I-129F, but dated much closer to the interview (it will have most likely been several months since you submitted your I-129F).

4. I-134 Affidavit of Support form. Ensure it is signed, with all required supporting evidence. Begin collecting the required information ahead of time, as it can often take several weeks to collect it all.

5. You will need several items (for the above form). Gather duplicate evidence of income and resources as appropriate:

NO (A) Statement from an officer of the bank/financial institution with your deposits, identifying the following: 1. date account opened; 2. total amount deposited for the past year; 3. present balance

Good one (B) Statement(s) from your employer on business stationary showing: 1. Date and nature of employment; 2. salary paid; 3. whether position is temporary or permanent (also include copies of your last two pay stubs and your previous W-2 for the associated employer if available)

© If Self Employed: 1. Copy of last income tax return filed (or IRS transcripts); or 2. report of commercial rating concern

(D) List containing serial numbers and denominations of bonds and name of record owner(s).

Begin collecting these ASAP after your NOA2 arrives. See this FAQ for more tips and useful information on the Affidavit of Support Form.

NO 6. A copy of the NOA2 that you received in the mail. (backup information; the embassy will have copies of this as well)

NO 7. Proof of your ongoing relationship. This needs to be taken to the interview! Include photos, travel documents, emails, online chat logs (pick several over the prior few months), etc.. from between the time you filed and present (NOA1 until date-now).

NO Examples: Copies of land line and cell phone bills, appropriate emails and letters you have sent including the stamps on envelopes (to document the date they were sent), and other written documentary proof. Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)

Edited May 19, 2014 by Nich-Nick

[8338liberty 0]

Thanks - giving me some clarify among the red tape.

One form at a time!

Appreciate the help.