I-134 Questions

[irish44 0]

Hi all.

I have looked through the site for the requirements, and looked at the examples of, the I-134. I have a few questions if you don't mind.

1. Does the "Other Personal Property" include vehicle, furniture, computers, clothes, etc?

2. Are there Originals that must be sent?

3. Is there any other documentation that the Moscow Consulate would like to see?

4. Who do I address the Intent of Marriage Letter to?

5. Any more tips?

Thank you all!!

Tom

Edited February 25, 2008 by irish44

[Bobalouie 0]

1. Other personal property is exactly that. I just used a round number of $10K. If you are way above the 125% of poverty line, which I am sure that you are, this is really a non issue. Just kinda figure out what you have and what you think it is worth.

2. The original of the I-134 must be notarized and sent. I also sent copies of all my paystubs for 2008 (only 4 of them when I sent my stuff), a copy of my 1040 for 2007 (most recent) an original signed letter from my company, and original signed documents from my bank with my balances, opening dates, etc. I sent everything that they asked for, and then some.

3. Not that I am aware of. Just make sure you send a full copy of your I-129F and plenty of pictures, calling card receipts, emails, etc.

4. You address it to the Moscow consulate. I used the standard form that can be found on this site and put this address:

United States Department of State

United States Consulate, Moscow, Russia

US Embassy in Moscow

Bolshoy Deviatinsky Pereulok No. 8

Moscow 121099, Russian Federation - PSC-77, APO AE 09721

Dear Sir or Madam,...

5. The only other tip I can think of is to send more "supporting evidence of an ongoing relationship" than you think you will need. I think I sent her around 40 photos total, some of just me in front of recognizeable russian landmarks, but mostly of us together. If you have been to see her since you filed your I-129F, send her copies of your boarding passes. The only possible thing that can screw you is not having enough evidence, because the rest is just filling out the proper paperwork and making sure you meet the guidelines for supporting her. I am sure that is not an issue for you, so all you have to do is make sure everything is filled out correctly, signed and notarized where appropriate, and you will be good to go.

Edited February 25, 2008 by Bobalouie

[Satellite 1]

5. Any more tips?

Don't bother with figuring out how much your personal and real property is worth, along with any other assets if your income alone is well beyond 125% of the poverty line. Back up that income with W2's, recent tax returns, and employment letter. If all is in order, the bank letter likewise is not needed.

[slim 1,533]

I listed nothing other than my income.

I supported it with an employer letter, 3 pay stubs, a bank letter, and my old W-2.

They don't need all that fancy-shmancy stuff on there. Simply prove you can take care of your girl and verify it with supporting govt. documents. That stuff is for people sponsoring multiple workers or businesses or something like someone who is a writer and doesn't have a fixed income (but yet lives in a two-million-dollar home.)

I addressed the "letter of intent" to Whom it May Concern at the Moscow embassy. Worked fine.

And don't worry too much about "supporting evidence". That is the most over-hyped and over-stressed part of the interview process. KISS! Send a couple photos, a couple letters/emails/whatever, and your plane tickets/check-in receipts/whatever. That's all they really need to prove you've met and have an on-going relationship. They're not writing a book on your love story, only looking for proof that you have an authentic relationship.