after noa2

[Gomez 3]

Check out my post here

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=20884

the link answered a lot of questions I had POST NOA2

[Mew 0]

Yes you will need to send NOA2 also. I was told that is good idea to send NOA1 and NOA2 (originals), any copies of RFEs. Normally they will not ask for original birth certificate of petitioner but they have the right to ask for originals of all paperwork. I gave my Fiancee originals of everything in one folder just marked originals. That way no matter what they asked for she had it.

I hear you. It's just that I've gotten packet 3 and nowhere in the instructions they mention I have to have the originals of NOA1 or NOA2.

From the link posted to the above reply, these are the documents needed for the interview:

Applying for a Visa

The consular section at the embassy or consulate where you, the fiancé(e) of an American citizen, will apply for a visa tells you of any additional specific requirements, such as where you need to go for the required medical examination. The following is required:

* A passport valid for travel to the United States and with a validity date at least six months beyond the applicant's intended period of stay in the United States.

* Birth certificate

* Divorce or death certificate of any previous spouse for both the applicant and the petitioner

* Police certificate from all places lived since age 16

* Medical examination (vaccinations are optional, see below)

* Evidence of financial support (Form I-134, Affidavit of Support may be requested.)

* Two Nonimmigrant Visa Applications, Form DS-156 (A Form DS-156, prepared in duplicate.)

* One Nonimmigrant Fiancé(e) Visa Application, Form DS-156K

* Two nonimmigrant visa photos (each two inches 50 X 50 mm square, showing full face, against a light background)

* Evidence of a fiancé relationship

* Payment of fees, as explained below.

Edited July 9, 2006 by Mew

[no name 1]

Hey devilette not sure if all embassies are the same but the one in taiwan states (for affidavit of support)

II. Joint sponsor's documents (if required):

( ) Form I-864 completed by a joint sponsor if the petitioner's income does not meet the 125% income requirement. Note: The petitioner must also submit an I-864.

Thanks! I wasn't sure if I needed to since I can't sponsor on my own.

[dwar49 0]

Mew

You are right, no where in the instructions does it tell you to bring them. The only reason I mentioned it was because on another message board I have seen where people were asked about them at the interview and in one case there was a screwup at the embassy that the NOA1 or NOA2 paperwork cleared up. Guess you wouldnt have to have originals but just to play it on the safe side I have made sure that my Fiancee has originals of everything (including all original signatures on everything). I figure no matter what they need, we are going to be prepared.

[xiuyin 0]

What is 125% income requirement?

Hey devilette not sure if all embassies are the same but the one in taiwan states (for affidavit of support)

II. Joint sponsor's documents (if required):

( ) Form I-864 completed by a joint sponsor if the petitioner's income does not meet the 125% income requirement. Note: The petitioner must also submit an I-864.

[aussiewench 9]

Hey devilette not sure if all embassies are the same but the one in taiwan states (for affidavit of support)

II. Joint sponsor's documents (if required):

( ) Form I-864 completed by a joint sponsor if the petitioner's income does not meet the 125% income requirement. Note: The petitioner must also submit an I-864.

The I-864 has different requirements then the I-134. The I-864 is used for family based immigrant visas and adjustment of status.....the I-134 when required is used for K visas.

Some useful reading.......

9 FAM 40.41 N4.6-3 Use of Form I-134, Affidavit of

Support Under INA 213A

(TL:VISA-594; 11-04-2003)

a. With the required use of Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section

213A of the Act, under INA 212(a)(4)© and INA 213A for so many

classes of immigrants, the use of the Form I-134, Affidavit of Support,

has been reduced considerably. Nevertheless, there still are

circumstances when Form I-134 will be beneficial. This affidavit,

submitted by the applicant at the request of the consular officer, is not

legally binding on the sponsor and should not be accorded the same

weight as Form I-864. Form I-134 should be given consideration as one

form of evidence, however, in conjunction with the other forms of

evidence mentioned below.

If any of the following applicants need an Affidavit of Support to meet the

public charge requirement, they must use the Form I-134, as they are

not authorized to use Form I-864:

(1) The self-petitioning spouse of a deceased U.S. citizen, and any

children therefrom [see INA 204(a)(1)(A)(ii)];

(2) The self-petitioning spouse of a U.S. citizen, and any children

therefrom, who has been battered by or subjected to extreme

cruelty perpetrated by the spouse [see INA 204(a)(1)(A)(iii) and

(iv)];

(3) Returning resident aliens;

(4) Diversity visa applicants; and

(5) Fiancé(e)s.

c. The simple submission of Form I-134, Affidavit of Support, however, is

not sufficient to establish that the beneficiary is not likely to become a

public charge. Although the income requirements of Form I-864, Affidavit

of Support Under Section 213A of the Act, do not apply in such cases

(i.e., the 125 percent minimum income, the need for three years income

tax returns), consular officers must make a thorough evaluation of other

factors, such as:

(1) The sponsor's motives in submitting the affidavit;

(2) The sponsor's relationship to the applicant, (e.g., relative by blood

or marriage, former employer or employee, schoolmates, or

business associates);

(3) The length of time the sponsor and applicant have known each

other;

(4) The sponsor's financial resources; and

(5) Other responsibilities of the sponsor.

NOTE: When there are compelling or forceful ties between the applicant

and the sponsor, such as a close family relationship or friendship of long

standing, the affidavit may be favorably considered by the consular officer.

On the other hand, an affidavit submitted by a casual friend or distant

relative who has little or no personal knowledge of the applicant has more

limited value. If the sponsor is not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent

resident (LPR), the likelihood of the sponsor's support of an immigrant visa

applicant until the applicant can become self-supporting is a particularly

important consideration.

d. The degree of corroborative detail necessary to support the affidavit will

vary depending upon the circumstances. For example, for a relatively

short-term visitor, little, if any, would be required. In immigrant cases,

however, the sponsor's statement should include:

(1) Information regarding income and resources;

(2) Financial obligations for the support of immediate family members

and other dependents;

(3) Other obligations and expenses; and

(4) Plans and arrangements made for the applicant's support in the

absence of a legal obligation toward the applicant.

e. To substantiate the information regarding income and resources, the

sponsor should attach to the affidavit:

(1) A statement from an employer showing the sponsor's salary and

the length and permanency of employment;

(2) A copy of the latest income tax return;

(3) A statement from an officer of a bank regarding any accounts,

showing the date the account was opened and the present balance;

or

(4) Other evidence adequate to establish the sponsor's financial ability

to carry out the commitment toward the immigrant for what might

be an indefinite period of time.

f. If the sponsor has a well-established business and submits a rating from

a recognized business rating organization, consular officers do not need

to insist on a copy of the sponsor's latest income tax return or other

evidence.

http://foia.state.gov/masterdocs/09fam/0940041N.pdf

Also.......

http://foia.state.gov/masterdocs/09fam/0941081PN.pdf

xiuyin

A sponsors income must be 125% of the poverty guidelines for I-864. Whilst the 125% is not required of those submitting an I-134, it is often the case with many consulates, but not all. You can see the 2006 HHS Poverty Guidelines HERE

[no name 1]

http://foia.state.gov/masterdocs/09fam/0940041N.pdf

Also.......

http://foia.state.gov/masterdocs/09fam/0941081PN.pdf

Thanks Aussie. I might make the required level, will have to chekc my returns. If not, my mom can def. sponsor.