Hi! Can anyone PLEASE help me regarding a few I-129F (K-3) questions?

[Marina Gavrilos 0]

Hi everyone! I'm hoping someone can please help answer a few of my questions regarding the I-129F packet that I mailed out to California.

I am a US citizen currently in Germany. I just got married to my husband in August ...we actually got married in Denmark, because it was the easiest route to get married here in Europe without having to wait a month or so to get married in Germany.

Anyway, my husband was born in Bosnia & Hercegovina (& holds their passport) but has been living here in Germany since he was a child.

I have already mailed out the I-130 packet and received the NOA stating that the packet is pending.

I have mailed the I-129F packet and received the NOA stating that the packet is being reviewed and that the usual amount of money due for I-129F was waived for me because I am filing with the hopes of my husband receiving the K-3 Visa.

So, in the I-129F form, I described how my husband and I met..I also stated that I would stay with him in Germany until the packet is approved and when (God willing) he receives his Visa.

I am into my 5th month here in Germany and honestly, somewhat going crazy. I am not working and unfortunately, I heard that my father has to have surgery. Would it be bad/wrong of me to go back home in the states even though I mentioned in the I-129F that I would stay with my husband until all Visa process is completed? I really hate leaving him but I for my own sanity & that the fact that my father needs surgery..I am contemplating on going back home. What should I do? Please help! Thank you soo much!

[Marina Gavrilos 0]

Also, when I get the 2nd notice, stating that our I-129F was approved..what is then needed from my husband:

*I-864 (Do I fill this out or my husband?)

*DS-230 Part 1 (Do I sign PART 1..does it need to be notarized?)

*Police Certificate (Because my husband was born in Bosnia&Hercegovina..does he need a police report from them or Germany, where he has been living since a child?)---also, translated in English..correct?

*Birth Certificate

PLEASE HELP GUYS! Sorry, I just am so nervous/anxious regarding this all. Thank you and God bless!

[Y's_habibitk 2]

I thought you had to be residing in the US? How will you be the beneficiary if you arent employed?

I dont know but it seems im remebering this could be a potential problem. dont quote me on that

Ok, I have to go find the instructions lol

:

Petitioners residing abroad: If you live in Canada, file your petition at the Vermont Service Center. Exception: If you are a U.S. citizen residing in Canada, and you are petitioning for your spouse, child, or parent, you may file the petition at the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate, except for those in Quebec City. If you reside elsewhere outside the United States file, your relative petition at the USCIS office overseas or the U.S. Embassy or consulate having jurisdiction over the area where you live. For further information, contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate

Did you do direct consular filing?

I guess Im confused, so i dont have any advise

Good Luck

We all get nervous and project ahead. Take a breathe and find out what your options are. Mayeb you can email the embassy there? or just call USCIS

Edited October 13, 2008 by Y_habibitk

[Marina Gavrilos 0]

I thought you had to be residing in the US? How will you be the beneficiary if you arent employed?

I dont know but it seems im remebering this could be a potential problem. dont quote me on that

Ok, I have to go find the instructions lol

:

Petitioners residing abroad: If you live in Canada, file your petition at the Vermont Service Center. Exception: If you are a U.S. citizen residing in Canada, and you are petitioning for your spouse, child, or parent, you may file the petition at the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate, except for those in Quebec City. If you reside elsewhere outside the United States file, your relative petition at the USCIS office overseas or the U.S. Embassy or consulate having jurisdiction over the area where you live. For further information, contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate

Did you do direct consular filing?

I guess Im confused, so i dont have any advise

Good Luck

We all get nervous and project ahead. Take a breathe and find out what your options are. Mayeb you can email the embassy there? or just call USCIS

No..I am the petitioner. I am obviusly the US citizen but am currently in Germany with my husband but may actually go back to the states next week. I understand what you are stating but I came to Germany a few months ago to get married to my husband with the intentions of staying until he received his visa. I also listed the us address on the forms...as my parents address in the states where I live. It is confusing but thank you! =)

[Y's_habibitk 2]

I thought you had to be residing in the US? How will you be the beneficiary if you arent employed?

I dont know but it seems im remebering this could be a potential problem. dont quote me on that

Ok, I have to go find the instructions lol

:

Petitioners residing abroad: If you live in Canada, file your petition at the Vermont Service Center. Exception: If you are a U.S. citizen residing in Canada, and you are petitioning for your spouse, child, or parent, you may file the petition at the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate, except for those in Quebec City. If you reside elsewhere outside the United States file, your relative petition at the USCIS office overseas or the U.S. Embassy or consulate having jurisdiction over the area where you live. For further information, contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate

Did you do direct consular filing?

I guess Im confused, so i dont have any advise

Good Luck

We all get nervous and project ahead. Take a breathe and find out what your options are. Mayeb you can email the embassy there? or just call USCIS

No..I am the petitioner. I am obviusly the US citizen but am currently in Germany with my husband but may actually go back to the states next week. I understand what you are stating but I came to Germany a few months ago to get married to my husband with the intentions of staying until he received his visa. I also listed the us address on the forms...as my parents address in the states where I live. It is confusing but thank you! =)

I typed beneficary, but i meant the person responsible for the affidavit of support. The sponsor

Sorry, late night posting lol

Lisa