Form 134 vs Form 864

[donmerlin 0]

I've been reading conflicting advice/suggestions regarding preparation for our K1 visa interview. From preliminary reviews of materials, it would seem that the I-134 form for support is all that is needed for the interview. However, now I'm reading some materials that indicate that 864 form is actually required, and 134 is only optional. I also noticed that the 864 form is where you make a 10 year promise of support (slightly more dramatic than the 134). Reading the 864 form carefully, I get the feeling that this form may be *after* the interview, when applying for permanent status in the US (which makes more sense to make a 10 year promise after the actual marriage). But I'm no lawyer, and cannot afford a lawyer, so I was hoping that I could get some advice the old-fashioned way... from people who have already done this.

Both before interview? Or 134 before interview and 864 when we're in the US applying for change of status?

[Carol and Bruno 0]

I've been reading conflicting advice/suggestions regarding preparation for our K1 visa interview. From preliminary reviews of materials, it would seem that the I-134 form for support is all that is needed for the interview. However, now I'm reading some materials that indicate that 864 form is actually required, and 134 is only optional. I also noticed that the 864 form is where you make a 10 year promise of support (slightly more dramatic than the 134). Reading the 864 form carefully, I get the feeling that this form may be *after* the interview, when applying for permanent status in the US (which makes more sense to make a 10 year promise after the actual marriage). But I'm no lawyer, and cannot afford a lawyer, so I was hoping that I could get some advice the old-fashioned way... from people who have already done this.

Both before interview? Or 134 before interview and 864 when we're in the US applying for change of status?

You need the I-134 for K-1 and the I-864 for AOS.

Edited August 16, 2008 by Carol and Bruno

[donmerlin 0]

I've been reading conflicting advice/suggestions regarding preparation for our K1 visa interview. From preliminary reviews of materials, it would seem that the I-134 form for support is all that is needed for the interview. However, now I'm reading some materials that indicate that 864 form is actually required, and 134 is only optional. I also noticed that the 864 form is where you make a 10 year promise of support (slightly more dramatic than the 134). Reading the 864 form carefully, I get the feeling that this form may be *after* the interview, when applying for permanent status in the US (which makes more sense to make a 10 year promise after the actual marriage). But I'm no lawyer, and cannot afford a lawyer, so I was hoping that I could get some advice the old-fashioned way... from people who have already done this.

Both before interview? Or 134 before interview and 864 when we're in the US applying for change of status?

You need the I-134 for K-1 and the I-864 for AOS.

Forgive me for asking stupid question, but what is AOS?

[bluemist 0]

AOS---stands for Adjustment of Status.Good luck!!!!

[playnice 0]

I've been reading conflicting advice/suggestions regarding preparation for our K1 visa interview. From preliminary reviews of materials, it would seem that the I-134 form for support is all that is needed for the interview. However, now I'm reading some materials that indicate that 864 form is actually required, and 134 is only optional. I also noticed that the 864 form is where you make a 10 year promise of support (slightly more dramatic than the 134). Reading the 864 form carefully, I get the feeling that this form may be *after* the interview, when applying for permanent status in the US (which makes more sense to make a 10 year promise after the actual marriage). But I'm no lawyer, and cannot afford a lawyer, so I was hoping that I could get some advice the old-fashioned way... from people who have already done this.

Both before interview? Or 134 before interview and 864 when we're in the US applying for change of status?

You need the I-134 for K-1 and the I-864 for AOS.

Forgive me for asking stupid question, but what is AOS?

adjustment of status

[Shannon and David 0]

You deal with AOS after you come here to the States and get married. Take it one step at a time, believe me. Much easier to keep straight in your head if you do that.