criminal reference check

[mozplay 29]

Hi,

In reading other threads I have discovered that the Montreal embassy will accept criminal reference checks done within 12 months of the interview date. Does anyone know if with the new IMBRA if this will be affected? I would very much like to apply for everything that I possibly can before we file at the end of the month, as I am hoping to wait out the process in the US.

Mo

[Mew 0]

Hi,

In reading other threads I have discovered that the Montreal embassy will accept criminal reference checks done within 12 months of the interview date. Does anyone know if with the new IMBRA if this will be affected? I would very much like to apply for everything that I possibly can before we file at the end of the month, as I am hoping to wait out the process in the US.

Mo

Are you talking about the criminal records for the foreign fiance? I guess you can get them, if they're valid for 12 months, no problem. They'll only be requested for the interview, though (they'll request it when the foreign fiance gets Packet 3 from the consulate in their home country, which happens some time after NOA2). A looooong way after you file.

If you're talking about the criminal records for the USC, then you'll need to check whether you'll be needing them (by reading the questions on the I129f form).

[mozplay 29]

Yes, I do mean the criminal records for the foreign fiance (me). I know I won't need them for at least 6 months or so, but am I correct that you have to send them back with packet 3 in order for them to grant you an interview date? If that is the case, then I would rather get them now and just keep a good outlook that my interview will be within 12 months.

However, my bigger question is for anyone who has recieved letters from the consulates saying that they are now looking for more recent checks (because of the new IMBRA) - or does the 12 month timeline still stand.

... Oh, should add that this is for the K1 process. Thanks.

Edited July 9, 2006 by mozplay

[aussiewench 9]

Yes, I do mean the criminal records for the foreign fiance (me). I know I won't need them for at least 6 months or so, but am I correct that you have to send them back with packet 3 in order for them to grant you an interview date? If that is the case, then I would rather get them now and just keep a good outlook that my interview will be within 12 months.

However, my bigger question is for anyone who has recieved letters from the consulates saying that they are now looking for more recent checks (because of the new IMBRA) - or does the 12 month timeline still stand.

... Oh, should add that this is for the K1 process. Thanks.

On your reading of the IMBRA, how would it affect the police check that is required by the beneficiary/applicant, when the new IMBRA requirements are only regarding the US petitioner? That should anwer your question.

All the best.

[mozplay 29]

point taken. thanks for the insight. i guess i am just overly cautious at this point.