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I am 33 years older than my wife and it mattered little on our K-1 approval.

It much more common for men to marry much younger women than it is for the opposite. Large age differences certainly can be a problem with certain Consulates and unfortunately from all I've read in these forums Morocco is one of them; particularly when the womans age is >> than the male, and the male is the K1 beneficiary.

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Morocco
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I am 33 years older than my wife and it mattered little on our K-1 approval.

It much more common for men to marry much younger women than it is for the opposite. Large age differences certainly can be a problem with certain Consulates and unfortunately from all I've read in these forums Morocco is one of them; particularly when the womans age is >> than the male, and the male is the K1 beneficiary.

Very true.

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I think the most of the advice and comments given here are right on target. Morocco has a clear track record (at least in the last year or so) of making a serious issue of the age difference, at least when the woman is considerably older than the man. According to U.S. law, this is not a reason to deny per se, but it will be considered as part of the whole "pattern." As others have advised, if a great age difference is combined with other "red flag" factors, it may well result in a returned petition. No, it's not fair, but it seems to be the reality in Morocco (and some other places as well -- in fact, many Arab countries take a similar attitude toward older woman-younger man relationships.)

Whether or not the USCIS will overrule the Morocco returns has yet to be seen... it would seem likely, based on the guidelines, but who knows ? Even with a reversal, the process on returned cases will be much lengthier than "usual." You would be wise to take this time to prepare yourself well, continuing to gather evidence, as (given the particulars as you have outlined) your petition will certainly be given extreme scrutiny. Making additional visits to see your fiance in Morocco or another third country, if at all possible, would not be a bad idea. Discuss the situation at length with your fiance, and what options you will have in case of a return or denial. Decide on a back-up plan just in case.

Of course, continue to hope for the best, but be prepared for the worst.

My thoughts and prayers with you.

(F)

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: China
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There are people have wider age differences and got visa without any problem.

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There are people have wider age differences and got visa without any problem.

Sure, mine too. I am older than my wife (she was the beneficiary) by 24 years.....I have also seen a mix of approvals in these forums of instances of woman that are much older than their male beneficiaries; most however are not easily adjudicated at the Consulate and face greater scrutiny and greater risk of denial.

It's just a fact of life.

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: England
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Is there any chance of you marrying and filing for K3 instead? Or even any option for both of you to live in a third country and file from there to avoid Casablanca?

Make sure you're wearing clean knickers. You never know when you'll be run over by a bus.

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rosyanne,

Age difference, in and of itself, is not a deciding factor. But taken in combination with other factors, the result can range from neutral to highly negative.

Some of the responses given in this thread have appropriately included some of the other significant factors, but other responders seem to be unable to take off the blinders and see the big picture.

Yodrak

There are people have wider age differences and got visa without any problem.

clmarsh,

Why? That won't change anything about the issue of concern.

Yodrak

Is there any chance of you marrying and filing for K3 instead? ....
Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: England
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I wondered if whether being married already would present a better picture to the consulate.

It was just a thought; I don't know much about consulate processing, having done all my paperwork stateside.

Make sure you're wearing clean knickers. You never know when you'll be run over by a bus.

Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Australia
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They may very well give you a hard time because you have a large age difference... so it's up to you to be able to show them how strong a relationship you have, and six years together should be a big help. You need to document everything you possibly can - photos, letters, phone bills etc. to show that you are in constant contact with each other.

This is one case when it is a Very Good Idea to be ready for the worst-case scenario, which is the consulate refusing the visa or putting you into an extremely lengthy Administrative Review process.

Karen - Melbourne, Australia/John - Florida, USA

- Proposal (20 August 2000) to marriage (19 December 2004) - 4 years, 3 months, 25 days (1,578 days)

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clmarsh,

The issue is, 'is the relationship bonafide'. That issue exists whether the relationship is pre-marriage or post-marriage.

And if that issue has generated concern in a pre-marriage situation, the simple act of getting married does not address the cause of the concern.

Yodrak

I wondered if whether being married already would present a better picture to the consulate.

It was just a thought; I don't know much about consulate processing, having done all my paperwork stateside.

Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: England
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That makes sense, I hadn't thought about it like that. I was thinking more along the lines of intent to marry - making sure that once they have the K1 they don't enter the country and then "vanish".

Thank you for clarifying that, Yodrak.

Make sure you're wearing clean knickers. You never know when you'll be run over by a bus.

Filed: K-3 Visa Country: Senegal
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Hey, thanks so much for taking the time to share and for the encouragement. And I hope you soon see approval in your process. I hope you are able to be over there with your sweetheart in the meantime.

Just be prepared to defend ur age differences, have plenty of proof of ur ongoig relationship.. And be totally honest about everything. The embassy even called me on the day of my fiances interview and interviewed me over the phone for almost an hour. There were a few questions i didnt know the answer too ....one being "what was the name of your fiances college" I answered truthfully... I cant pronouce most of ur names, ask me who his friends were during his college days,, ask me what he studied, ask me what was some of his "antics" he pulled.. I can answer. but I dont know the name of the school. " Honesty is always the best policy!! that is never more true than when dealing with immigration. And btw he didnt ask me one question about our age

Best of luck to you... I hope your journey is "snaggle " free, and you are soon with your loved one.

Vick/Bala

Thank you Vick/Bala....I really appreciate your honesty and sharing your experience. Am I right in assuming you are still waiting for your approval. (I checked your timeline.) I would love an email when you know.

I am pretty stressed out today. One negative email can really do me in, and not all were as forthright as yours. I need to take it a day at a time, I guess. But since I am going to be sending in a new mailing address for him, I think I will see what new evidence of our relationship I can scrape up to send with it! I love your word about honesty being the best policy. I'm sure that is true!

I wish you both a very happy future together!

Susan

:D

I am a newbie and I wish you the best of luck. My husband is 14 years younger and i hope to see more of your postings for guidance when it comes our turn for the interview process.

Edited by Omorlove123

8/7-8/15/06-Returned to Senegal from .

8/16/06 - Sent fee bill back to NVC ($70.00) with the DS-3032 form.

8/23/06 -Received notice from post office NVC received fee bill and DS-3032 on 8/23/06,

9/8/06 received DS-230 fee bill-mailed fee in 10/11/06.

9/18/06 -mailed I-485 9/18/06-NVC received form 9/21/06,

 
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