Need some info. please

[rockhouse 1]

Hi all,

As every case is different, the search function didn't help me alot.

Here's the deal.

Our K1 visa is pending and seems to be approximately 3 to 4 months from the NOA2.

I have been employed as an independent contractor for the last 3 years with the same company making $50,000+ per year.

I have all my tax returns showing this, but i do not have a letter from my employer stating my time there as i was self-employed.

I have all my check stubs for the last 3 years.

I got laid-off yesterday.

My questions are;

1) Will the interview require more recent proof of income than a tax return that is about 5 months old?

2) If i get employed with another company soon, is there a minimum required time that i must be at that new job for it to be a valid source of income?

3) Should i be freaking out right now?

Thanks alot.

[YuAndDan 153]

1) They can always ask for more recent evidence, They are concerned with present and future income.

2) No minimum period required, just evidence that your new job will bay above the povertyline.

3) As a plan B get a co-sponsor, OR if you have liquid assets in excess of 3 years pay at 125% povertyline you could use that.

Moving to consulate embassy forum.

Edited March 27, 2009 by YuAndDan

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

Hi all,

As every case is different, the search function didn't help me alot.

Here's the deal.

Our K1 visa is pending and seems to be approximately 3 to 4 months from the NOA2.

I have been employed as an independent contractor for the last 3 years with the same company making $50,000+ per year.

I have all my tax returns showing this, but i do not have a letter from my employer stating my time there as i was self-employed.

I have all my check stubs for the last 3 years.

I got laid-off yesterday.

My questions are;

1) Will the interview require more recent proof of income than a tax return that is about 5 months old?

2) If i get employed with another company soon, is there a minimum required time that i must be at that new job for it to be a valid source of income?

3) Should i be freaking out right now?

Thanks alot.

1. Yes. In addition to the most recent tax return (and better 3 years if self employed) you should show recent check stubs. Also a bank letter is very helpful for self employed people.

2. Generally there is no "waiting period" at least none specified. Can be consulate specific and Manila is generally one of the more difficult consulates

3. No. Never freak out. What you should be doing now is seeking a new job and seeking a co-sponsor just in case.

[Carlos and Jocel 2]

Hi all,

As every case is different, the search function didn't help me alot.

Here's the deal.

Our K1 visa is pending and seems to be approximately 3 to 4 months from the NOA2.

I have been employed as an independent contractor for the last 3 years with the same company making $50,000+ per year.

I have all my tax returns showing this, but i do not have a letter from my employer stating my time there as i was self-employed.

I have all my check stubs for the last 3 years.

I got laid-off yesterday.

My questions are;

1) Will the interview require more recent proof of income than a tax return that is about 5 months old?

2) If i get employed with another company soon, is there a minimum required time that i must be at that new job for it to be a valid source of income?

3) Should i be freaking out right now?

Thanks alot.

Go with the flow.... you have enough evidence the last 6 months as a self employed. Get a reference from someone that you did a job with them. Your IRS tax return will do tyhe job as the last 3 years, the embassy only need the last year. If you got laid off yesterday, umn comflicting as you said you are self employed?, anyway... by the time your paper process and you have a a job by then I wouldnt worried to much as long you can provide the financial need, goodluck! And YES co sponsors will help!