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[Elle 0]

Now my only concern is how the Bangkok USCIS office will handle USCs that don't live in Australia. Assuming that this new process will be implemented I hope that their only purpose would be to perform background checks and not pass judgement on living abroad (or lack thereof).

With the USC living in Australia - is this a must for the "new" DCF? Was this just changed prior to January 23rd? They can't apply the law retrospectively, so I hope those in limbo with "old" DCF and the USC NOT residing in Oz won't be screwed.

[vylex 0]

Now my only concern is how the Bangkok USCIS office will handle USCs that don't live in Australia. Assuming that this new process will be implemented I hope that their only purpose would be to perform background checks and not pass judgement on living abroad (or lack thereof).

With the USC living in Australia - is this a must for the "new" DCF? Was this just changed prior to January 23rd? They can't apply the law retrospectively, so I hope those in limbo with "old" DCF and the USC NOT residing in Oz won't be screwed.

Elle,

I think we will have to wait a little longer to find out. I am particularly interested in how David A.'s case is processed. I would be following the same path. I am hoping that the designated USCIS' purpose is only to verify the background information of the sponsor and not require the USC to have lived abroad. I would hope that the Sydney Consulate's job is to accept/process the I-130 and then have the Bangkok USCIS verify that we have clean records prior to giving us the stamp of approval.

[Elle 0]

Like yourself I am interested in how it is processed and how long the background check from Bangkok will be...if that is the definite process.

Let's just hope they whichever USCIS office the "not clearly approved" DCF I-130 petition is sent to, does not try to apply the laws retrospectively - as obviously some of those in DCF limbo are not residents of Oz.

Now my only concern is how the Bangkok USCIS office will handle USCs that don't live in Australia. Assuming that this new process will be implemented I hope that their only purpose would be to perform background checks and not pass judgement on living abroad (or lack thereof).

With the USC living in Australia - is this a must for the "new" DCF? Was this just changed prior to January 23rd? They can't apply the law retrospectively, so I hope those in limbo with "old" DCF and the USC NOT residing in Oz won't be screwed.

Elle,

I think we will have to wait a little longer to find out. I am particularly interested in how David A.'s case is processed. I would be following the same path. I am hoping that the designated USCIS' purpose is only to verify the background information of the sponsor and not require the USC to have lived abroad. I would hope that the Sydney Consulate's job is to accept/process the I-130 and then have the Bangkok USCIS verify that we have clean records prior to giving us the stamp of approval.

[vylex 0]

Like yourself I am interested in how it is processed and how long the background check from Bangkok will be...if that is the definite process.

Let's just hope they whichever USCIS office the "not clearly approved" DCF I-130 petition is sent to, does not try to apply the laws retrospectively - as obviously some of those in DCF limbo are not residents of Oz.

Agreed. I would expect that the "not clearly approved" cases are waiting ONLY for background checks (Adam Walsh act) and nothing more.

[ausqueen 0]

Hello everyone

Just quickly (after midnight) to say "hi" to all and wish everyone happy upcoming weekend. Especially to Paul and his long awaited Northern Girl Enjoy your time together!!! Very happy for you!

Lyndell - first week with visa in your hands! Well done! I liked your review. On Tuesday I went to Dr Millar's for my medical and walked through Martin Place, checked where the lifts are to go up to the consulate. Hopefully I will need them some time soon! Anyway... it was exciting just to think about it!

By the way... all who did medical at Dr Millar's... did you find him to be very kind, very nice, easy going and just so "young in heart" and in good spirits? And his secretary showed the same kindness, understanding, friendliness. Nothing like an official visit to a doctor you've never seen before. I'm thinking of sending them a thank you card once I receive results from the secretary!

May the confusion about the DCF be resolved real soon and you guys caught in it back on track! Let's hope this 10 day consulate closure they announced won't affect any of our timelines!!!

Well... untill next time,

xoxo from Parramatta

vik

[hampster 0]

Hello Vik,

Thankyou for your kind words re: The 10 DAY VISIT,

MY WIFEE NORTHERNGIRL - CHERYL IS COMING HERE ,

TO ADELAIDE, SOUTH OZ .

SHE ARRIVES IN, 4 hours, 17 minutes and 52 seconds,

until Friday, 9th February 2007 at 10:30:00 AM (Adelaide time)<H2 align=center>Current time is</H2>

2007-02-09 06:12:08

CST(local time in Adelaide)

THINK I COULD SLEEP LAST NIGHT

HAD POLICE HELICOPTER GOING OVER THE HOUSE / AREA,

FROM MIDNIGHT TILL 2AM THIS MORNING

AND FOR A CHANGE THEY WEREN'T LOOKING FOR ME

HEHEHEHEHE

WELL WE ARE HOPING THAT NVC WILL SEND OUR DS-230,

TO SYDNEY SOON, AS THEY RECIEVED IT ON,

JANUARY 17TH 2007.

I HAVE ALREADY ORGANIZED MY BLOODWORK

,

GETTING IT DONE DAY AFTER WIFEE GOES BACK ,

TO MASSACHUSETTS

AND INNOCLUALTIONS (IF NEED ANY NEEDLES)

I HAVE ALREADY HAD A TETNUS/DYPTHERIA SHOT IN AUGUST 2006.

LYNDELL

DID THE WIGGLES ARRIVE IN THE ELEVATOR,

IN THE BIG RED CAR

OK WELL TIME FOR ME TO GO SHOWER, SHAVE,

WAX

NOT LOL.

BE AWHILE BEFORE I'LL BE BACK ONLINE

SO TO VIK, LYNDELL, DAVID AND STEPHANIE,

AND TO EVERYONE ELSE,

BE HAPPY, BE GOOD

ENJOY EACH DAY AS A GIFT,

AND LOVE AS YOU NEVER LOVED BEFORE.

THERE ENDITH THE SERMON

CHEERS

PAUL

[Poi_n_J 0]

Vylex & Elle: Now I'm completely confused as to where we send the I-130? According to the USCIS website just a week or so ago because it's coming from Australia we send it to the California USCIS office, now you say it could be somewhere else...???

Hey Vik, that's good to know, has been a while before I've been to any doctor...

Happy weekend Paul & Cheryl...enjoy...!!!

Cheers,

Priscilla

[vylex 0]

Vylex & Elle: Now I'm completely confused as to where we send the I-130? According to the USCIS website just a week or so ago because it's coming from Australia we send it to the California USCIS office, now you say it could be somewhere else...???

Hey Vik, that's good to know, has been a while before I've been to any doctor...

Happy weekend Paul & Cheryl...enjoy...!!!

Cheers,

Priscilla

Priscilla,

If you can, hold off for a few weeks more. I am on the verge of filing my I-130 as well but will wait a little longer until the USCIS posts something official. However, if you can't wait, then I would file at the Cali USCIS office as initially instructed. Good luck!

[Elle 0]

Priscilla - there are a couple of threads in the DCF forum which talks about "DCF being back" in a different format, without I-130 same day approval, rather the petition beint sent to a USCIS office for a background check. So I imagine for Sydney, you do a walk in, they send your petition to Bangkok or whichever USCIS office. These are all rumors for now though. WHO KNOWS!

As I mentioned the Consulate is closed for two weeks so maybe after reopening they will have had official instructions from DOS. Like vylex said, I would try to hold off and see.

Vylex & Elle: Now I'm completely confused as to where we send the I-130? According to the USCIS website just a week or so ago because it's coming from Australia we send it to the California USCIS office, now you say it could be somewhere else...???

Hey Vik, that's good to know, has been a while before I've been to any doctor...

Happy weekend Paul & Cheryl...enjoy...!!!

Cheers,

Priscilla

Priscilla,

If you can, hold off for a few weeks more. I am on the verge of filing my I-130 as well but will wait a little longer until the USCIS posts something official. However, if you can't wait, then I would file at the Cali USCIS office as initially instructed. Good luck!

[Elle 0]

By the way... all who did medical at Dr Millar's... did you find him to be very kind, very nice, easy going and just so "young in heart" and in good spirits? And his secretary showed the same kindness, understanding, friendliness. Nothing like an official visit to a doctor you've never seen before. I'm thinking of sending them a thank you card once I receive results from the secretary!

May the confusion about the DCF be resolved real soon and you guys caught in it back on track! Let's hope this 10 day consulate closure they announced won't affect any of our timelines!!!

Well... untill next time,

xoxo from Parramatta

vik

Hey Vik,

I also thought Dr Millar and Ms. Pat were lovely! A thank you note is a fantastic idea. Dr Millar kept taking lil jabs at Bush lol.

I really really hope DCF gets resolved soon...its all I can think about anymore. I know I shouldnt as its beyond my control.

Paul - have a great time with the wifey!

Hope everyone is doing good.

BTW, thanks for confirming what Packet 4 was.

[Rings 10]

Hello

My name is Rings and I am new to this forum. I was invited here because Loke is in Australia and I am in the USA. When I file the I-130, I was supposed to send it to Nebraska. I was going to mail our petition on monday, but I have been scanning this thread and I noticed that there are some issues and I didn't know if they pertained to us or not. I am at work and I do not have much time to go through the posts all the way until I get home later on tonight, but this has caused a panic inside me and I need to know.

Are they recommending that we do not file the I-130 until Sydney is all straight? if I do file it Monday like I planned do you suppose it would get caught up in the hangup? I am so worried about this. Any advice would be so greatly appreciated.

[vylex 0]

Hello

My name is Rings and I am new to this forum. I was invited here because Loke is in Australia and I am in the USA. When I file the I-130, I was supposed to send it to Nebraska. I was going to mail our petition on monday, but I have been scanning this thread and I noticed that there are some issues and I didn't know if they pertained to us or not. I am at work and I do not have much time to go through the posts all the way until I get home later on tonight, but this has caused a panic inside me and I need to know.

Are they recommending that we do not file the I-130 until Sydney is all straight? if I do file it Monday like I planned do you suppose it would get caught up in the hangup? I am so worried about this. Any advice would be so greatly appreciated.

Rings, have you ever planned on filing via DCF for your spouse? If so, then hold off a little while longer to see what will happen with the Consulates. If you were never planning on that route and wanted to pursue just an IR-1/CR-1 and/or K-3, then file away as planned.

[Kath 0]

hi and welcome to the ausie thread rings..glad ya made it..

Sorry you copped a bit of flack in your post the other day..in here were not so judgemental...

K3 guidelines

Spousal Visa-IR-1 / CR-1 guidelines

POVERTY GUIDELINES 2007 - FOR YOUR AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

UNDERSTANDING YOUR VISA OPTIONS

FAQ- ABOUT GETTING A VISA

Above are a few things to take a look at to help you decide which route to take...I ran out of time yesterday to pm you these so i thought i would just post them in here for you...hope this helps in some way.

The hassles that is going on with the I-130 is for DCF..

Looking forwad to seein you again in here ...we are a good mob in here and look out for our aussie/american mates..

take care

kath

[Kath 0]

hi ya rings

i tried to edit that last post...i was thinking you were one of the other aussies that posted yesterday and copped some undeeded flack from some of the other VJers ...please forgive me for getting mixed up...we had a rough night last night ...out in the cold at 4.30am shopping and slept all day lol...

but the welcome still stands mate...good to see ya found us ....

kath

[meauxna 15]

Are they recommending that we do not file the I-130 until Sydney is all straight? if I do file it Monday like I planned do you suppose it would get caught up in the hangup? I am so worried about this. Any advice would be so greatly appreciated.

hey Rings, welcome.

The upset isn't with Sydney itself at the moment. Had you gone ahead and sent your petition to Nebraska, all would just chug along.

But, it might be a blessing in disguise for you. If you can hang on a little bit, there may be a stellar shortcut open to you. This is the process that is in upset at the moment.

Have a read of this page and see what you think. There is also a DCF Forum here at VJ with more news.

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