Make copies of petition packet??

[BowieChick 0]

In the step by step it says

"Make TWO copies of the entire package before you send it in. This includes the money orders too."

What is the reason for making copies? And does this mean of checks as well?

Edited February 12, 2009 by BowieChick

[BowieChick 0]

This is what happens when I don't look ahead. Once I read it I just stopped, stupid.

I just realized it says that LATER I have to send him a copy of all of it.

Well, now that I'm on the subject and answered THAT question (though I am still wondering about copying check)...

Do I have to also copy (again) my birth certificate and all the evidence (photos, etc.)?

Edited February 12, 2009 by BowieChick

[Koakland 0]

This is what happens when I don't look ahead. Once I read it I just stopped, stupid.

I just realized it says that LATER I have to send him a copy of all of it.

Well, now that I'm on the subject and answered THAT question (though I am still wondering about copying check)...

Do I have to also copy (again) my birth certificate and all the evidence (photos, etc.)?

When I sent in my I129f packet I made 2 exact duplicate copies of the packet. That means 3 separate but identical packets = g325a w/ original signatures, photos, airline tickets, receipts, original letters of intent, everything. All the post-it notes, labels etc. I made exact copies. There is no rule that you have to do this. It's only to protect yourself, just in case something happens to the packet you send in, you won't be scrambling for copies. You'll already have an exact copy of what you sent in. I gave my fiance an exact copy of the packet for his own reference and just in case something happened at the embassy stage. I also sent my fiance originals of all the evidence I sent to USCIS. It took awhile to make 3 exact packets but it's best to prepared with this immigration stuff. I hope that was helpful and not too confusing. Best of Luck!

Edited February 12, 2009 by Koakland

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

This is what happens when I don't look ahead. Once I read it I just stopped, stupid.

I just realized it says that LATER I have to send him a copy of all of it.

Well, now that I'm on the subject and answered THAT question (though I am still wondering about copying check)...

Do I have to also copy (again) my birth certificate and all the evidence (photos, etc.)?

I'll go them one further. I made two exact duplicate ORIGINALS. This means two G-325s for each of us with original signatures, two fiancee letters with original signatures, etc. Copies will do you no good if the whole sheeebang gets lost in the mail. But, yes, at minimum you need to make a copy for your own files of anything and everything you ever in your entire life send to USCIS, the consulate on anyone else connected to your case. You will not need a duplicate file for the visa interview or the AOS, but I brought them just in case. You WILL need copies of your NOA2 as you go through the process, make many, keep them handy.

If you used a personal check, you do not need a copy. Your bank can always provide that. Um, yeah, I have always kept a copy of my birth certificate...call me obsessive. And yes, make minimum two prints of any photos you give them.

[Ban Hammer 13,334]

In the step by step it says

"Make TWO copies of the entire package before you send it in. This includes the money orders too."

What is the reason for making copies? And does this mean of checks as well?

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

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).

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1guide

[Nagishkaw 510]

This is what happens when I don't look ahead. Once I read it I just stopped, stupid.

I just realized it says that LATER I have to send him a copy of all of it.

Well, now that I'm on the subject and answered THAT question (though I am still wondering about copying check)...

Do I have to also copy (again) my birth certificate and all the evidence (photos, etc.)?

When I sent in my I129f packet I made 2 exact duplicate copies of the packet. That means 3 separate but identical packets = g325a w/ original signatures, photos, airline tickets, receipts, original letters of intent, everything. All the post-it notes, labels etc. I made exact copies. There is no rule that you have to do this. It's only to protect yourself, just in case something happens to the packet you send in, you won't be scrambling for copies. You'll already have an exact copy of what you sent in. I gave my fiance an exact copy of the packet for his own reference and just in case something happened at the embassy stage. I also sent my fiance originals of all the evidence I sent to USCIS. It took awhile to make 3 exact packets but it's best to prepared with this immigration stuff. I hope that was helpful and not too confusing. Best of Luck!

[Josh-and-Leona 0]

I have a supplementary question this and I am assuming the answer is "no" but.. does this mean that the assembly of the copied i-129f packet has to be identical as well?

i.e: would i have to use the same sort of folder dividers ect.. or will it be adequate to just organize the copied i-129f packet with binder clips and stuff it in a big envelope?

[Koakland 0]

I have a supplementary question this and I am assuming the answer is "no" but.. does this mean that the assembly of the copied i-129f packet has to be identical as well?

i.e: would i have to use the same sort of folder dividers ect.. or will it be adequate to just organize the copied i-129f packet with binder clips and stuff it in a big envelope?

It's up to you but I made exact identical duplicate original copies. Everything was the same: dividers, signatures, folders, flags, post-it notes. Everything was in the same order, paper clipped the same...I made 3 exact original duplicate copies and sent one to USCIS. At the least, I say make copies. To be safe, make original duplicate copies. To be incredibly prepared/safe/CYA - use the same everything. Of course you don't have to do this but this is what I did just to make sure I'd have a back up in case USCIS, NVC, the Embassy, UPS, DHL - anyone lost my package.

Another word of advice, to those starting the K1 phase. Anytime I had a question about something, "do I really need to do this???" I followed the guides exactly. Err on the side of caution. Sure it takes a bit more effort or $$ to do some of these things but if something goes wrong and you have to wait months and months to fix it, you'll be upset with yourself if its something you could have prevented or better prepared for. My 2 cents.

[Josh-and-Leona 0]

that definitely makes sense, thanks