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Filed: Citizen (pnd) Country: Colombia
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Hey everyone,

We're getting down to the wire here and have a couple more questions, specifically about the I-134...

The infamous Question 11, "I __ intend __ do not intend to make specific contributions..."

Which should I, the sponsor, check?

Also, I am waiting to receive word on a new job, hopefully before I leave next week for Bogotá (although it may be too late to update my I-134 in time), so I am also preparing a co-sponsor I-134 just in case.

Which should the co-sponsor check?

I want to know what the consulate in Bogotá expects to see here. I've seen so many answers here on VJ but don't know what our consulate wants to see.

Thanks!!

N-400

Feb. 12, 2016 - Sent N-400 to USCIS (3-year rule)

Feb. 19, 2016 - NOA1

Mar. 14, 2016 - Biometrics

June 2, 2016 - Interview - Recommended for Approval

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Ay! One more thing...

At the bottom of page 2 of the I-134, in the "Oath or Affirmation of Sponsor" section where the form is signed, there is a field in the PDF file next to the statement:

"I acknowledge that I have read "Sponsor and Alien Liability" on Page 2 of the instructions for this form and am aware of my responsibilities as a sponsor under the Social Security Act, as amended, and the Food Stamp Act, as amended."

Is this space for initials? Another signature? Nothing?

This is before the "I certify under penalty of perjury..." statement and signature line.

Thanks again!

Starting to go :bonk:...

N-400

Feb. 12, 2016 - Sent N-400 to USCIS (3-year rule)

Feb. 19, 2016 - NOA1

Mar. 14, 2016 - Biometrics

June 2, 2016 - Interview - Recommended for Approval

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Hey everyone,

We're getting down to the wire here and have a couple more questions, specifically about the I-134...

The infamous Question 11, "I __ intend __ do not intend to make specific contributions..."

Which should I, the sponsor, check?

Also, I am waiting to receive word on a new job, hopefully before I leave next week for Bogotá (although it may be too late to update my I-134 in time), so I am also preparing a co-sponsor I-134 just in case.

Which should the co-sponsor check?

I want to know what the consulate in Bogotá expects to see here. I've seen so many answers here on VJ but don't know what our consulate wants to see.

Thanks!!

Ryna, check the Example forms up top of the page, there's an excellent example for the I-134.. I've copied those specific answers word for word...

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Hola a todos, bendiciones a Kenneth & Maritza y tambien a Ant & Kat, quienes tienen sus entrevistas jueves (7 oct).

Best wishes go out to Kenneth & Maritza and to Ant & Kat, who have their interviews on Thursday (10/7). Hoping all will be well for you. Please let us know how it goes.

7-30-07 - Met in Santa Marta, Colombia

9-19-08 - Engaged

7-13-10 - I-129F sent by USPS Expressmail to VSC;

10-18-10 - NOA2!!!!!!!!!! (Received in hand 10-22-10)

11-12-10 - Sent email to Embassy asking about petition; response "Petition rec'd; send in documents"; sent same day

11-24-10 - Called the Department of State; interview has been scheduled

11-29-10 - Package 3 received by beneficiary

01-19-11 - Interview - VISA APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!

01-27-11 - Passport received; visa in hand

02-08-11 - POE - Fort Lauderdale, Fla MISSED FLIGHT; 02-10-11 - POE second time's the charm. Easy POE. Welcome to the USA.

03-04-11 - Married

AOS

05-08-11 - Mailed out I-485, I-765 & I-131;

05-16-11 - Text & email msgs with Receipt Number

05-17-11 - Applied for Expedited AP as Victoria's mother was very ill; 05-18-11 - Picked up AP document

05-20-11 - Victoria returns to Colombia; NOA1 for all 3 forms arrive

06-03-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; RFE 06-07-11 - RFE arrives for 2010 Tax Return

06-08-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; Post Office returned a letter that was sent by USCIS; 06-09-11 - Issue resolved

06-14-11 - RFE response sent; 06-21-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; RFE response under review

06-29-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; Case transferred to CSC

08-30-11 - Victoria returns to US

08-31-11 - Biometrics done; Text message - "EAD Card Production ordered"

09-11 - Case transferred back from CSC

11-22-11 - Interview in Albany Field Office. AOS APPROVED.

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Hello All

well we are here in Bogota since sunday night, and the last couple of days have been quiet productive.. We didn't realize that the lab was only open from 7am - 10am, but really wasn't am huge impact.. After 2 full days, we've completed the Vaccines, Lab, Medical, and Paid the Visa Fee. So, we really have a free day tomorrow..

One issue with the DS156 that caught us off-gaurd. We learned when we went to pay the Visa Fee, that the Passport number is not the number on the Passport that says "Passport Number" in fact its a number in Red Ink on the Inside Cover of the Passport.. The bank would not take the DS156, so we went to an Internet Cafe just down the street and completed another form online, then went back to pay the Visa Fee with no issue..

Other than that, things have gone really smooth.. (knock on wood)

We also picked up the DAS Carta Migratorio, which was a huge worry for me, but thankfully, we found that to be no problem.. didn't even have to wait in line..

So now, all that's left is the Interview itself.. I think we are ready.. Although, I warned my fiancee that once we here the words "Approved - Welcome to America" she just might see a grown man cry.. She said, she may also shed a tear or two...

Hopefully all goes well on thursday..

Kenny

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Hello All

well we are here in Bogota since sunday night, and the last couple of days have been quiet productive.. We didn't realize that the lab was only open from 7am - 10am, but really wasn't am huge impact.. After 2 full days, we've completed the Vaccines, Lab, Medical, and Paid the Visa Fee. So, we really have a free day tomorrow..

One issue with the DS156 that caught us off-gaurd. We learned when we went to pay the Visa Fee, that the Passport number is not the number on the Passport that says "Passport Number" in fact its a number in Red Ink on the Inside Cover of the Passport.. The bank would not take the DS156, so we went to an Internet Cafe just down the street and completed another form online, then went back to pay the Visa Fee with no issue..

Other than that, things have gone really smooth.. (knock on wood)

We also picked up the DAS Carta Migratorio, which was a huge worry for me, but thankfully, we found that to be no problem.. didn't even have to wait in line..

So now, all that's left is the Interview itself.. I think we are ready.. Although, I warned my fiancee that once we here the words "Approved - Welcome to America" she just might see a grown man cry.. She said, she may also shed a tear or two...

Hopefully all goes well on thursday..

Kenny

Kenny,

All I want to say is "Best of luck, man!!!"

I am definitely hoping everything goes 110% perfect for you two! And, I'm sure that it will...:thumbs:

N-400

Feb. 12, 2016 - Sent N-400 to USCIS (3-year rule)

Feb. 19, 2016 - NOA1

Mar. 14, 2016 - Biometrics

June 2, 2016 - Interview - Recommended for Approval

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Can anyone tell me if I can carry a small bag or briefcase into the interview.. I have a ton of documents, and was hoping I could carry a small gym bag or computor bag or something like that into the Embassy..

Kenny

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Hello All

well we are here in Bogota since sunday night, and the last couple of days have been quiet productive.. We didn't realize that the lab was only open from 7am - 10am, but really wasn't am huge impact.. After 2 full days, we've completed the Vaccines, Lab, Medical, and Paid the Visa Fee. So, we really have a free day tomorrow..

One issue with the DS156 that caught us off-gaurd. We learned when we went to pay the Visa Fee, that the Passport number is not the number on the Passport that says "Passport Number" in fact its a number in Red Ink on the Inside Cover of the Passport.. The bank would not take the DS156, so we went to an Internet Cafe just down the street and completed another form online, then went back to pay the Visa Fee with no issue..

Other than that, things have gone really smooth.. (knock on wood)

We also picked up the DAS Carta Migratorio, which was a huge worry for me, but thankfully, we found that to be no problem.. didn't even have to wait in line..

So now, all that's left is the Interview itself.. I think we are ready.. Although, I warned my fiancee that once we here the words "Approved - Welcome to America" she just might see a grown man cry.. She said, she may also shed a tear or two...

Hopefully all goes well on thursday..

Kenny

Kenny, I'm wishing you two all the best. Enjoy your free day tomorrow. If you've never gone to to Monserrate and watch the lights come on in Bogota below from the restaurant up there. Then go home and get a good nights sleep.

Vayan con Dios!

7-30-07 - Met in Santa Marta, Colombia

9-19-08 - Engaged

7-13-10 - I-129F sent by USPS Expressmail to VSC;

10-18-10 - NOA2!!!!!!!!!! (Received in hand 10-22-10)

11-12-10 - Sent email to Embassy asking about petition; response "Petition rec'd; send in documents"; sent same day

11-24-10 - Called the Department of State; interview has been scheduled

11-29-10 - Package 3 received by beneficiary

01-19-11 - Interview - VISA APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!

01-27-11 - Passport received; visa in hand

02-08-11 - POE - Fort Lauderdale, Fla MISSED FLIGHT; 02-10-11 - POE second time's the charm. Easy POE. Welcome to the USA.

03-04-11 - Married

AOS

05-08-11 - Mailed out I-485, I-765 & I-131;

05-16-11 - Text & email msgs with Receipt Number

05-17-11 - Applied for Expedited AP as Victoria's mother was very ill; 05-18-11 - Picked up AP document

05-20-11 - Victoria returns to Colombia; NOA1 for all 3 forms arrive

06-03-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; RFE 06-07-11 - RFE arrives for 2010 Tax Return

06-08-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; Post Office returned a letter that was sent by USCIS; 06-09-11 - Issue resolved

06-14-11 - RFE response sent; 06-21-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; RFE response under review

06-29-11 - Text message "Case now updated"; Case transferred to CSC

08-30-11 - Victoria returns to US

08-31-11 - Biometrics done; Text message - "EAD Card Production ordered"

09-11 - Case transferred back from CSC

11-22-11 - Interview in Albany Field Office. AOS APPROVED.

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Can anyone tell me if I can carry a small bag or briefcase into the interview.. I have a ton of documents, and was hoping I could carry a small gym bag or computor bag or something like that into the Embassy..

Kenny

Hi Kennyn, there are established measures: Luggage/bags larger than 15.7" (40 cm) H x 23.6" (60 cm)

read more about other prohibited items

We can all make a difference. Please recycle

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Viva Colombia Club! I have returned after a crazy dry spell trying to get my account back with a bit of help from the admin folks. I have missed so much since I last logged in so I may not know whats the latest on everything. For those that do not know me I was just like you trying to find a way to get my wife into the states with all the heartache that the US Immigration system will try to throw at you. I just have to say have no fear. I am sure the Colombia Clubs record of 100% base hits and zero strike outs still holds. I will try to help answer some questions if I can, but memory only serves me correctly on the actual interview preparation.

Anyway an update on us; we took a trip outta Key West Fl to Orlando to visit Disneyworld in February. From then on it was a blur, after my training, we went on a cross country road trip making stops in Omaha Nebraska (to see my brother), Alberqueque New Mexico (to visit), Grand Canyon West at the Hualabi Tribe, Hoover Dam, Las Vegas, and finally to visit with my family in S. Cal. We were privelaged enough to get a chance to visit with Colombia Club's very own, Ken and Leidys in April before we had to head out for S. Korea for my next duty assignment. So pretty much been living in Korea until we can get back to the States. Despite the huge changes for Adriana since moving to the US and to Korea she says she couldnt be happier because she gets to spend it with me. Well thats whats been going on, I hope all of you guys are doing fine and hope to hear from some of the oldcomers and see how you guys are doing as well.

CR-1 Visa

Service Center: California Service Center

Consulate: Bogota, Colombia

Event Date

Marriage: 2009-04-30

I-130 Sent: 2009-05-14

I-130 Approved: 2009-08-25

NVC Received: 2009-09-09

Interview Date: 2009-11-19

Visa Received: 2009-11-25

US Entry Target Date: 2010-01-08

S. Korea La Vida Loca: 2010-04-07

Returned to USA: 2011-04-06

Removal of Conditions: 2012-01-08

I-751 Biometrics: 2012-03-02

I-751 Approved: 2012-09-07

N400 Sent: 2012-10-10

Biometrics: 2012-11-02

Interview: 2013-01-09

Oath: 2013-02-22

Citizenship: 2013-02-22

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We were privelaged enough to get a chance to visit with Colombia Club's very own, Ken and Leidys in April before we had to head out for S. Korea for my next duty assignment.

James and Adriana are great people. Be sure to visit again, amigo. :star:

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Ken y Leidys’ Timeline

May 1, 2009 - I-129 F (NOA-1)

Aug 4, 2009 - I-129 F (NOA-2)

Oct 7, 2009 - Bogota Interview

Oct 16, 2009 - Diomesa package arrived in downtown Barranquilla

Oct 20, 2009 - Leidys took bus to Diomesa Office to pick up Visa/Passport package because ("We don't deliver to your Barrio").

Nov 22, 2009 - POE (30 min.) Los Angeles, Intl.

Dec 27, 2009 - Wedding

March 8, 2010 - AOS NOA

April 8, 2010 - AOS BIO (in Riverside, CA)

May 11, 2010 - AOS AP

May 24, 2010 - AOS Interview

May 27, 2010 - AOS EAD May 27, 2010

Jun 18, 2010 - Green Card Received!

Apr 07, 2012 - ROC Filed

Oct 11, 2012 - ROC RFE

Jan 08, 2013 - CONDITIONS REMOVED!!!

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Hello All

well we are here in Bogota since sunday night, and the last couple of days have been quiet productive.. We didn't realize that the lab was only open from 7am - 10am, but really wasn't am huge impact.. After 2 full days, we've completed the Vaccines, Lab, Medical, and Paid the Visa Fee. So, we really have a free day tomorrow..

One issue with the DS156 that caught us off-gaurd. We learned when we went to pay the Visa Fee, that the Passport number is not the number on the Passport that says "Passport Number" in fact its a number in Red Ink on the Inside Cover of the Passport.. The bank would not take the DS156, so we went to an Internet Cafe just down the street and completed another form online, then went back to pay the Visa Fee with no issue..

Other than that, things have gone really smooth.. (knock on wood)

We also picked up the DAS Carta Migratorio, which was a huge worry for me, but thankfully, we found that to be no problem.. didn't even have to wait in line..

So now, all that's left is the Interview itself.. I think we are ready.. Although, I warned my fiancee that once we here the words "Approved - Welcome to America" she just might see a grown man cry.. She said, she may also shed a tear or two...

Hopefully all goes well on thursday..

Kenny

Kenny best of luck tomorrow!!! Don't worry about a thing, tomorrow you guys will hear the beautiful words "VISA APPROVED!"

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Hi Kennyn, there are established measures: Luggage/bags larger than 15.7" (40 cm) H x 23.6" (60 cm)

read more about other prohibited items

♫ yakad ♫

Thank you for that link... I looked everywhere for that, and kept passing it by, thanks for your help once again...

Kenny

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hello everyone just wanted to update what is going on. the doctor said she is all better and she can come to the usa. we called today and made an appointment to go back to the embassy and give them the medical and pay for visa. the only thing i do not like is the doctor kept all the papers and said they will send to the embassy. what happens if when we are there on oct 13 they say doctor no send, call they call and verify? i think everyting will be fine with that but i worry a little bit because i do not want to wait anymore. i hope everyone elses interviews are going fine. best of luck to everyone

Congrats and yes make a call to make sure they have all the paperwork :thumbs:

Why is it that the only one who can stop the crying is the one who started it in the first place?



More Complete Story here
My Saga includes 2 step sons
USC Married 4/2007 Colombian on overstay since 2001 of B1/B2 visa
Applied 5/2007 Approved GC in Hand 10/2007
I-751 mailed 6/30/09 aapproved 11/7/09 The BOYS I-751 Mailed 12/29/09 3/23/10 Email approval for 17 CR 3/27/10
4/14/10 Email approval for 13 yr Old CR 4/23/10

Oldest son now 21 I-130 filed by LPR dad ( as per NVC CSPA is applying here )
I-130 approved 2/24
Priority date 12/6/2007
4/6/2010 letter from NVC arrives to son dated 3/4/2010
5/4/10 received AOS and DS3032 via email
9/22/10 Interview BOG Passed
10/3/10 POE JFK all went well
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Kenny best of luck tomorrow!!! Don't worry about a thing, tomorrow you guys will hear the beautiful words "VISA APPROVED!"

That's right! Good luck, amigo!

Ken y Leidys’ Timeline

May 1, 2009 - I-129 F (NOA-1)

Aug 4, 2009 - I-129 F (NOA-2)

Oct 7, 2009 - Bogota Interview

Oct 16, 2009 - Diomesa package arrived in downtown Barranquilla

Oct 20, 2009 - Leidys took bus to Diomesa Office to pick up Visa/Passport package because ("We don't deliver to your Barrio").

Nov 22, 2009 - POE (30 min.) Los Angeles, Intl.

Dec 27, 2009 - Wedding

March 8, 2010 - AOS NOA

April 8, 2010 - AOS BIO (in Riverside, CA)

May 11, 2010 - AOS AP

May 24, 2010 - AOS Interview

May 27, 2010 - AOS EAD May 27, 2010

Jun 18, 2010 - Green Card Received!

Apr 07, 2012 - ROC Filed

Oct 11, 2012 - ROC RFE

Jan 08, 2013 - CONDITIONS REMOVED!!!

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