Am I Screwed?

[∞♥ 17]

Here's the deal...

On my fiancee's G-325A I put her mother's nickname as her name, as this is what i was told was her name. This is what was on her original birth certificate. Her mother's parents were the ones who gave this info when she was born because her mother was sick after giving birth...and also my fiancee's parents were not married at the time. (I can give more of the story if needed.)

I did not think to ask her "are you sure this is her real name" before submitting and didn't know it would be an issue. After submitting the I-129F we found out that the bc issue may be a problem and had it changed to reflect the correct name and spelling of the names on it.

Am I Screwed now that the papers for the Visa interview will be different than the G_325A document? Is there anything that can be done?

PLEASE HELP!!!

[canadian_wife 1,829]

Correct the mistake on the DS-230 and you'll be fine.

I made multiple mistakes on my G325 and just corrected it and made a note of it at the interview

good luck

[∞♥ 17]

Correct the mistake on the DS-230 and you'll be fine.

I made multiple mistakes on my G325 and just corrected it and made a note of it at the interview

good luck

Thanks for the input!

What is the DS-230 for? It doesn't look like this a form that is needed for the Manila consulate...would it be accepted?

Is there any "Corrections" form that can be filled that would be accepted?

I'm completely confused!!!

[C Med 14]

You can always send in another G325-A form to be added to your file. Send a brief note explaining the mixup along with it and include your case number to ensure it gets to your file. If you're asked about it, just explain what happened. It's simple enough. I doubt you'll have any issues because of it.

[∞♥ 17]

You can always send in another G325-A form to be added to your file. Send a brief note explaining the mixup along with it and include your case number to ensure it gets to your file. If you're asked about it, just explain what happened. It's simple enough. I doubt you'll have any issues because of it.

C Med,

Thanks!

Where do I submit the revised G325-A?

Regards,

Brian

[∞♥ 17]

You can always send in another G325-A form to be added to your file. Send a brief note explaining the mixup along with it and include your case number to ensure it gets to your file. If you're asked about it, just explain what happened. It's simple enough. I doubt you'll have any issues because of it.

In case it isn't clear, I have already received the NOA2 and the packet has already been sent to Manila.

[JimVaPhuong 4,863]

It would be very unusual for her mother's name to be relevant in determining whether the petition should be approved or the visa issued. It's also an understandable error, given that the name you provided on the G-325A is the same as the one on your fiancee's original birth certificate. The only way I could see this being an issue at all is if her mother had a nefarious past history with US immigration in her REAL name, or a relative who can be connected to your fiancee through her mother's real name had a similarly sour history with US immigration, and either USCIS or the consulate believed you were trying to hide this fact.

You can submit a revised G-325A at the interview. Bring both birth certificates to show the reason for the change. I really think it's a non-issue. I really can't imagine them saying "Your mothers name is really Rebecca and not Becky? Well, that changes everything!".

[∞♥ 17]

It would be very unusual for her mother's name to be relevant in determining whether the petition should be approved or the visa issued. It's also an understandable error, given that the name you provided on the G-325A is the same as the one on your fiancee's original birth certificate. The only way I could see this being an issue at all is if her mother had a nefarious past history with US immigration in her REAL name, or a relative who can be connected to your fiancee through her mother's real name had a similarly sour history with US immigration, and either USCIS or the consulate believed you were trying to hide this fact.

You can submit a revised G-325A at the interview. Bring both birth certificates to show the reason for the change. I really think it's a non-issue. I really can't imagine them saying "Your mothers name is really Rebecca and not Becky? Well, that changes everything!".

Many thanks Jim!!!

I'm pretty sure there is nothing like that in her past. The name used was her nickname and not real name...I think it was partly due to "shame" because they were not married when she had her child.

Thanks again Jim!!!

[gretchen_darren 67]

hehe, welcome to the philippines. What a fun time. Yes, just bring the G-325a, and DS-130 to the interview. They may do further processing or the counselor may just makes notes on it, and go on. this is nothing unusual in the philippines. It happens many, many more times then you think. All I can say is be prepared at the interview. Also, ask her the questions the interviewer will ask. Get her ready. Go through a mock 10 minute interview a couple of times. And always remember, be prepared to be shocked during the process if you are with her. Filipinos/Filipinas are brought up with a strict moral code. So what may be said in private, may not always be said in public. Hope things go well for you. Do not worry, the issue you are facing is normal.

[∞♥ 17]

hehe, welcome to the philippines. What a fun time. Yes, just bring the G-325a, and DS-130 to the interview. They may do further processing or the counselor may just makes notes on it, and go on. this is nothing unusual in the philippines. It happens many, many more times then you think. All I can say is be prepared at the interview. Also, ask her the questions the interviewer will ask. Get her ready. Go through a mock 10 minute interview a couple of times. And always remember, be prepared to be shocked during the process if you are with her. Filipinos/Filipinas are brought up with a strict moral code. So what may be said in private, may not always be said in public. Hope things go well for you. Do not worry, the issue you are facing is normal.

Thanks for the info!!!

DS-130? I didn't see a link to this form on the forms page. Do you mean DS-230? If not, what is the 130 for?

Thanks again!

[∞♥ 17]

Aside from the revised forms, should anything be typed up explaining or just relay the explanation verbally at the interview?

[Casprd 167]

Aside from the revised forms, should anything be typed up explaining or just relay the explanation verbally at the interview?

Probably not necessary but never hurts to write a short letter explaining why the revised G-325. It only takes a few minutes and that way it is ready if needed.

[∞♥ 17]

Probably not necessary but never hurts to write a short letter explaining why the revised G-325. It only takes a few minutes and that way it is ready if needed.

Thanks Casprd!

[Gosia & Tito 199]

Here's the deal...

On my fiancee's G-325A I put her mother's nickname as her name, as this is what i was told was her name. This is what was on her original birth certificate. Her mother's parents were the ones who gave this info when she was born because her mother was sick after giving birth...and also my fiancee's parents were not married at the time. (I can give more of the story if needed.)

I did not think to ask her "are you sure this is her real name" before submitting and didn't know it would be an issue. After submitting the I-129F we found out that the bc issue may be a problem and had it changed to reflect the correct name and spelling of the names on it.

Am I Screwed now that the papers for the Visa interview will be different than the G_325A document? Is there anything that can be done?

PLEASE HELP!!!

I am sure there will not be a problem. And yes, it is nerve wrecking as so much is riding on this. I am new here (also K1 , and 5 months in the wait) but with plenty of first hand experience with immigration (as I am naturalized myself -on my own- and helping my sister -now with GC-). Not a lawyer tough. One thing I have learned is that errors happen, and if corrected timely, not a problem.

[∞♥ 17]

I am sure there will not be a problem. And yes, it is nerve wrecking as so much is riding on this. I am new here (also K1 , and 5 months in the wait) but with plenty of first hand experience with immigration (as I am naturalized myself -on my own- and helping my sister -now with GC-). Not a lawyer tough. One thing I have learned is that errors happen, and if corrected timely, not a problem.

Thanks for that!!!