Help Requested: Need to update Guides and Examples for new I-129f and IMBRA effects

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

We need to update all the guides and Example forms due to the IMBRA effect. This includes the FAQ's.

Areas of impact off the top of my head (we need to identify all impacted pages so please reply if you know of more):

Example forms for I-129f (K1 and K3):

http://www.visajourney.com/examples/INS-Form-I-129F.pdf

http://www.visajourney.com/examples/k3-I-1...xp-11-30-04.pdf

Guides:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...om&page=k1guide

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...om&page=k3guide

FAQ:

http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1k2visa-I129f.html

http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1k2visa-application.html

http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k3k4visa-I129f.htm

Add a page in the Guides for IMBRA related FAQ's

More?

We need to make sure that the pages above refer to the correct questions. Example: One the old forms Q17 might not be the same as Q17 on the new (it may now be Q18, etc). Also we need to make sure to point out at least in the K1 Guides what to add to the package if you are affected by the IMBRA questions (have past convictions or dealt with an IMB). We need to add notes in the K3 area explaining IMBRA and the questions and how they do/ do not related to K3's (since they also use the I-129f form. FAQ's need to include all the relavent info and be updated to reflect IMBRA.

I need help with the Acrobat example files. If anyone here that is experienced with Acrobat and has a copy can fill out a new version of the form and remove the instruction pages (to make it easy to read) that would be great. Attach it to your post in this thread for peer review.

If you post corrections to Guides/FAQ's please give a "was" "is" format for your corrections. Example:

Was:

"3.1)...I am engaged to a foreign national. What do I do to bring my fiance(e) here to get married?

A..Provided you are a US Citizen, you begin by filing an I-129F, petition for fiance(e) visa. As part of the initial petition process, you will be required to show that you have personally met your fiance(e) within the previous 2 years. It is difficult to obtain an exception to this rule. If your fiance(e) has unmarried children under 21, they can move to the US also. List all children under age 21 on the I-129F petition, whether or not they are going to move to the United States. When this petition is approved, the fiance(e) can apply for the K1/K2 visa. The K2 visa is used for the children. Any procedures applicable for the K1 visa are automatically applied to the children.

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Is:

"3.1)...I am engaged to a foreign national. What do I do to bring my fiance(e) here to get married?

A..Provided you are a US Citizen, you begin by filing an I-129F, petition for fiance(e) visa. As [sOME TYPE OF CHANGES] be required to show that you have personally met your fiance(e) within the previous [sOME TYPE OF CHANGES] oing to move to the United States. When this petition is approved, the fiance(e) can apply for the K1/K2 visa [sOME TYPE OF CHANGES] the children. Any procedures applicable for the K1 visa are automatically applied to the children.

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[aussiewench 9]

I've made a start on the new I-129F for the K-1 & K-3 example forms. Am a little tied up at the moment but will have it ready in the next 36 hours. I gotta sleep too lol

I may have to email it to you as I dont have any attachment space left in my allocation, to post it. Unless you would like to give me more hahahaha

[YnaYeBa0808 0]

hi guys, unlike aussie, i am absolutely bored out of my mind so i thought id give it a try. i really want to contribute to this website to help my fellow VJers so here goes... i have two files that im going to post, one of the pdf's is the new k1 form filled out and the other one just a blank one without the instructions page.

if you need anything changed let me know

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

Can you do the K3 version as well? There is an example in the example page. Thanks for the help .

Anyone able to review the file posted already?

[YnaYeBa0808 0]

Can you do the K3 version as well? There is an example in the example page. Thanks for the help .

Anyone able to review the file posted already?

okay. gimme a couple of mins ...

here is the form 129-F in relation to K3 Visas. Hope this helps. Your inputs are welcome.

[aussiewench 9]

For the K-3 I-129F, need the checked boxed removed in Q 6 for both sides as it is showing both the married and single boxes as checked instead of just the married.

Otherwise I cant see anything else that needs changing

[YnaYeBa0808 0]

aussie it wont let me upload any more files. can i email it to you or something?

[aussiewench 9]

aussie it wont let me upload any more files. can i email it to you or something?

Im in the same boat

Go to 'my controls' then down on the left you will see 'Manage Your Attachments'. Delete the K-3 I-129F attachment posted earlier and that will then allow you to upload the one with the changes.

[Fandango 1,439]

As I'm new in the process, I don't have a lot of know-how when it comes to all this stuff, but I'm willing to lend a hand, so let me know.

[YnaYeBa0808 0]

aussie it wont let me upload any more files. can i email it to you or something?

Im in the same boat

Go to 'my controls' then down on the left you will see 'Manage Your Attachments'. Delete the K-3 I-129F attachment posted earlier and that will then allow you to upload the one with the changes.

yay thanks for the help sorry it took me a while to answer but here is the updated k-3 I-129f form.

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

If we can get a couple "ok's" on how they look I will upload them and replace the current (old) ones online.

PS. Thanks for the help!

[Isabel 0]

aussie it wont let me upload any more files. can i email it to you or something?

Im in the same boat

Go to 'my controls' then down on the left you will see 'Manage Your Attachments'. Delete the K-3 I-129F attachment posted earlier and that will then allow you to upload the one with the changes.

yay thanks for the help sorry it took me a while to answer but here is the updated k-3 I-129f form.

Hi there,

Because I am just experienced with the K3 petition I will just vote for that Great job, looks fine. Nothing I would change. You guys are awesome

Greets Isabel

Was

Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist

Forms and Documents (follow these assembly instructions. All supporting documents must be in English or be translated as noted here.)

1. Payment as documented here. Use a check so you can track the payment.

2. Cover Letter. Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (K-3 Visa), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.

3. Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiance(e). This form may be used to obtain a K-3/K-4 visa for your alien spouse and her or his child. Fill out the form as directed, except assume that "fiancé" or "fiancé(e)" means "spouse." answer Questions B.17 and B.18 by stating "N/A." Note that filing this form is only necessary to facilitate the entry of your spouse and her or his child as a nonimmigrant.

4. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the US Citizen signed and dated

5. One passport-type photo (see note) of the US Citizen. Write the full name of the US citizen on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <US Citizens Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

6. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the foreign fiance(e) signed and dated

7. One passport-type photo (see note) of the foreign Spouse. Write the full name of the foreign Spouse on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Foreign Spouses Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

8. Copy of the Birth certificate for the US Citizen (front and back) or a copy of ALL pages of the US Citizen's passport. This is used to establish citizenship.

9. Copy of the NOA1 from the I-130

10. Optional but recommended: Certified Copy of your marriage certificate.

I would also include the following:

11. any criminal records (regarding to comply with IMBRA)

[aussiewench 9]

aussie it wont let me upload any more files. can i email it to you or something?

Im in the same boat

Go to 'my controls' then down on the left you will see 'Manage Your Attachments'. Delete the K-3 I-129F attachment posted earlier and that will then allow you to upload the one with the changes.

yay thanks for the help sorry it took me a while to answer but here is the updated k-3 I-129f form.

Hi there,

Because I am just experienced with the K3 petition I will just vote for that Great job, looks fine. Nothing I would change. You guys are awesome

Greets Isabel

Was

Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist

Forms and Documents (follow these assembly instructions. All supporting documents must be in English or be translated as noted here.)

1. Payment as documented here. Use a check so you can track the payment.

2. Cover Letter. Should include a description of what your are petitioning for (K-3 Visa), a table of contents (list everything in the packet). If you need additional room to explain your case, attach a separate sheet (list the attachment on the cover sheet). Make sure to sign and date the cover sheet.

3. Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiance(e). This form may be used to obtain a K-3/K-4 visa for your alien spouse and her or his child. Fill out the form as directed, except assume that "fiancé" or "fiancé(e)" means "spouse." answer Questions B.17 and B.18 by stating "N/A." Note that filing this form is only necessary to facilitate the entry of your spouse and her or his child as a nonimmigrant.

4. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the US Citizen signed and dated

5. One passport-type photo (see note) of the US Citizen. Write the full name of the US citizen on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <US Citizens Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

6. G-325A (all four pages) filled out by the foreign fiance(e) signed and dated

7. One passport-type photo (see note) of the foreign Spouse. Write the full name of the foreign Spouse on the back. Place in a plastic bag and label the bag "Photo of <Foreign Spouses Name>". Attach the bag to a sheet of paper and place behind the corresponding G-325a.

8. Copy of the Birth certificate for the US Citizen (front and back) or a copy of ALL pages of the US Citizen's passport. This is used to establish citizenship.

9. Copy of the NOA1 from the I-130

10. Optional but recommended: Certified Copy of your marriage certificate.

I would also include the following:

11. any criminal records (regarding to comply with IMBRA)

All good now that we are doing some updating, the guides should now reflect that certified copies of documents are no longer required.

Change

10. Optional but recommended: Photo Copy of your certified marriage certificate.

11. Any police and court records from prior convictions (in accordance with the IMBRA)

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?autocom=custom&page=k3guide

Anything else that anyone can see??

Edited June 17, 2006 by aussiewench

[aussiewench 9]

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?autocom=custom&page=k1guide

K-1

Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist

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13. Any police and court records of prior convictions if applicable (in accordance with the IMBRA)

[Isabel 0]

yup that was missing.

Do we actually have the NVC shortcuts on the FAQ or guidelines? (If not would it be a good idea to add them since they are always requested? )

So far I agree with the updates

Isabel