Almost ready...sending I-130

[100% Al Ahly Fan 53]

Hello everyone....I just have a few questions that I have concerns about. I am about to send in I-130 packet and I want to make sure that I have everything I should include.

When writting on the back of the passport style photo, is it really necessary to write in pencil or felt tip pen?? I can understand they don't want a regular pen to press through the photo, but anyhow I wondered if they were THAT picky.

Also, thoughts on stapling or paper clip papers together? Did anyone insert two hole punches on the top of all the material (I know I'm being a bit ####### now)?

My name has changed since I got married, I now carry my husbands name. I will be including a copy of the un-expired passport with the OLD name. Also, my birth certificate, driver license and social security (both with NEW name on it). Should I have gotten a NEW passport with my new name?

Lastly, I have two letters/affidavits from family to support us. Should I include phone bills? Perhaps, emails? What about pictures? Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you kindly.

[meowmeowmeow 1]

i used paper clips, and i would just do as they say and write with the right tool...

ive noticed some people here went ahead and sent a bunch of stuff in , perhaps it might be better. i myself didnt and followed what the i-130 instructions said to a tee, and assumed that the evidence would be asked for when an interview will be scheduled. but that's just my opinion. good luck, this process is hell!

[nurse1967 287]

Hello everyone....I just have a few questions that I have concerns about. I am about to send in I-130 packet and I want to make sure that I have everything I should include.

When writting on the back of the passport style photo, is it really necessary to write in pencil or felt tip pen?? I can understand they don't want a regular pen to press through the photo, but anyhow I wondered if they were THAT picky.

Also, thoughts on stapling or paper clip papers together? Did anyone insert two hole punches on the top of all the material (I know I'm being a bit ####### now)?

My name has changed since I got married, I now carry my husbands name. I will be including a copy of the un-expired passport with the OLD name. Also, my birth certificate, driver license and social security (both with NEW name on it). Should I have gotten a NEW passport with my new name?

Lastly, I have two letters/affidavits from family to support us. Should I include phone bills? Perhaps, emails? What about pictures? Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you kindly.

Hello and welcome,

My husband is from Egypt as well!

[bobs 0]

Hello everyone....I just have a few questions that I have concerns about. I am about to send in I-130 packet and I want to make sure that I have everything I should include.

When writting on the back of the passport style photo, is it really necessary to write in pencil or felt tip pen?? I can understand they don't want a regular pen to press through the photo, but anyhow I wondered if they were THAT picky.

Also, thoughts on stapling or paper clip papers together? Did anyone insert two hole punches on the top of all the material (I know I'm being a bit ####### now)?

My name has changed since I got married, I now carry my husbands name. I will be including a copy of the un-expired passport with the OLD name. Also, my birth certificate, driver license and social security (both with NEW name on it). Should I have gotten a NEW passport with my new name?

Lastly, I have two letters/affidavits from family to support us. Should I include phone bills? Perhaps, emails? What about pictures? Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you kindly.

In my case

1) with photo, i wrote with pencil -name n date of birth and put on small ziplock

2) i did not send marriage photos but a many emails, chat logs and phone bill

3) use paper clips which will be easy for them to disassemble

[100% Al Ahly Fan 53]

Hello everyone....I just have a few questions that I have concerns about. I am about to send in I-130 packet and I want to make sure that I have everything I should include.

When writting on the back of the passport style photo, is it really necessary to write in pencil or felt tip pen?? I can understand they don't want a regular pen to press through the photo, but anyhow I wondered if they were THAT picky.

Also, thoughts on stapling or paper clip papers together? Did anyone insert two hole punches on the top of all the material (I know I'm being a bit ####### now)?

My name has changed since I got married, I now carry my husbands name. I will be including a copy of the un-expired passport with the OLD name. Also, my birth certificate, driver license and social security (both with NEW name on it). Should I have gotten a NEW passport with my new name?

Lastly, I have two letters/affidavits from family to support us. Should I include phone bills? Perhaps, emails? What about pictures? Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you kindly.

Hello and welcome,

My husband is from Egypt as well!

Salaam ya Betty and thank you. Is your husband here in the U.S.?

[100% Al Ahly Fan 53]

i used paper clips, and i would just do as they say and write with the right tool...

ive noticed some people here went ahead and sent a bunch of stuff in , perhaps it might be better. i myself didnt and followed what the i-130 instructions said to a tee, and assumed that the evidence would be asked for when an interview will be scheduled. but that's just my opinion. good luck, this process is hell!

Actually, your thoughts were the same as mine. Although after reading everything on this site....I think perhaps more might be better....really I don't know though. Anyhow, I am still deciding on what ALL I will send. Thanks anyhow, hope your journey is a smooth one.