New to Forum/Starting K-1 process

[RafnJen 1]

Hello everyone,

I (Raf) just joined up on behalf of myself and my fiance (Jen). We're going to be starting the K-1 visa process so I thought I'd introduce myself (Raf-USC) since I'll probably be on this board a lot until this whole process is done.

Anyway, I'm a Fil-Am who's a naturalized US Citizen and also a dual RP citizen (I have both a US & RP Passport). I pursued and received a Medical Degree (MD) at UST in Manila. That's where I met Jen. She was a fellow med student. I've known her for 6 years now and we've been together for about 5.5 years. After getting my degree I took up post graduate medical studies and took the board exam here. After some delay, I'm now taking the USMLEs and applying for residency back home in the US. Jen graduated with me, also passed the boards, and is currently a 2 year OB-Gyn Resident at a hospital here in Metro Manila.

I finally proposed to her and am now starting the process of bringing her to the US so we can start a life there together.

Wish us luck.

Just some FYIs:

-I've read the K1 page at the USEmb Manila site. I've downloaded the forms from USCIS (I-129F, G-325A) and have started reviewing them. I've joined up here And am doing other forms of research as I start to compile the packet.

-From the start of med school until now, I'm listed as a dependent on my parents' joint 1040s. While I occasionally moonlight here in Manila, my main source of income is still them. Together they well exceed the poverty limits and own a thriving small business, so odds are they'll fill out an I-134 in addition to my own.

-I'm currently residing here in Manila and have been for the past few years although I still maintain a permanent residence/domicile in New York (Have a current Driver's License, Voter Registration, have US Bank/Credit Accts) where my parents live.

Any tips for us right off the bat?

I just have some questions straight off.

1) On the I-129F form, question 18 states: "Has your fiancé(e) met and seen you within the two-year period immediately receding the filing of this petition?...Describe the circumstances under which you met."

Just how long should I go into this? I've known her for years and we've been together for years. Since we both live in Manila and can see each other every day if we want, we don't have much in terms of letters/emails/phone records. But we have a ton of digital camera pics and can take tons more. How long of an answer should I write? Should I attach it in a separate letter?

2) For the original statements establishing mutual intent, I'm guessing that's a sign declaration that we wish to marry each other and intent to do so within 90 days of her admission?

[filipinay 0]

Hi Raf...I wish you luck in your K1 journey

About your questions

I am not very familiar with I-131 for sure other VJayns out there can help you with that

On I-129F question 18 it is basically describing your love story and most of the time another sheet is needed as the space provided in the form is not enough. You have establish that your relationship is genuine, mention important dates and occasions and conclude it with your intentions to marry. We attached another sheet and labeled it Annex A and signed by my fiance who is my petitioner.

For original statements establishing mutual intent a separate letter signed by you and her is enough.

Visit this website *removed for spam* and you will find sample letters and cover letters that you can copy for K1 process.

[RafnJen 1]

Thanks Filipinay.

The form I referred to wasn't I-131, it was I-134, Affadavit of Support.