Stand alone I-130 for stepchild(ren)

[cantool 0]

When filing I-130 petitions for my wife's children, so they may immigrate with her, should I also have passport-style photos accompanying their petitions?

My wife says that she doesn't trust mail to be delivered to her current address. I'm afraid that once I send in the I-130 petition, and then it goes to the NVC, they send her instructions via her address and she doesn't receive it. How should I handle that issue? Please help guys. I haven't found any way to solve this problem and I really do need to send in the I-130 ASAP.

[evoria 19]

How I went around the passport pictures, I had my husband take pictures in front of a white background following the instructions on the state department instructions and emailed them and I had Walmart print them passport size. The lady at Walmart said they were too dark and USCIS did not say a thing. You do need pictures for I 130

[cantool 0]

How I went around the passport pictures, I had my husband take pictures in front of a white background following the instructions on the state department instructions and emailed them and I had Walmart print them passport size. The lady at Walmart said they were too dark and USCIS did not say a thing. You do need pictures for I 130

Thank you so much Evoria. I wonder if I should just add an attached sheet with the petition stating to send any correspondence between the NVC and my spouse (Philippines) should be sent to me instead. I just dont know. I'm sure there is a work-around for this little problem though.

[evoria 19]

There is a DS 2032t that you will assign a representative with with whom the NVC will correspond. When you file the i130 they correspond with the petitioner.

[cantool 0]

There is a DS 2032t that you will assign a representative with with whom the NVC will correspond. When you file the i130 they correspond with the petitioner.

From what I understand so far, is that the NVC will use the given address (I-130) and send further instructions to the immigrant to ask for her/his request of agent. So much scattered information on the web concerning immigration.

[evoria 19]

Did you do the g1145 when you did the i130. I got emails throughout with that and then when you get to NVC I the petitioner filled the DS 2032. Email helps things move at least 5 days - 2 wks faster.

[cantool 0]

Did you do the g1145 when you did the i130. I got emails throughout with that and then when you get to NVC I the petitioner filled the DS 2032. Email helps things move at least 5 days - 2 wks faster.

No. I haven't sent the petition off yet. Still gathering some evidence, and I was really needing this question to be answered. I believe you just did, Evoria. I hadn't even thought of the g1145 form at all. I guess, because it is listed as optional. You are so amazing Evoria! And a time-saver too! I'll be next to post my "visa journey" for all to see.

Thank you!

[Worriedmominoc 0]

Paid the IV fee,.. They take the money from the bank, but the payment portal says IN PROCESS, ..i heard that as soon as they take the money out you can send the IV package,..

This is what i assemble so far

Document cover sheet

Ds230 part 1 and II, part 1 sign.

Certified copy of Beneficiary birth certificate

Copy of Beneficiary's passport

2 2x2 pics

What else did i missed???

Thank you so much for all the reply.

[katraska78 6]

Paid the IV fee,.. They take the money from the bank, but the payment portal says IN PROCESS, ..i heard that as soon as they take the money out you can send the IV package,..

This is what i assemble so far

Document cover sheet

Ds230 part 1 and II, part 1 sign.

Certified copy of Beneficiary birth certificate

Copy of Beneficiary's passport

2 2x2 pics

What else did i missed???

Thank you so much for all the reply.

This is what I included:

-Cover Letter

-2 Passport pictures from Beneficiary

-DS-230 Form Part I

-DS-230 Form Part II

-Copy of Beneficiary's Passport Bio-page

-Beneficiary's original Birth Certificate with translation and translator's certificate and I.D. Copy

-Copy of Beneficiary's original Birth Certificate with translation and translator's certificate and I.D. Copy

-Copy of Petitioner's Passport Bio Page

-Petitioner's Original Marriage Certificate to Beneficiary's Mother

-Copy of Petitioner's Original Marriage Certificate to Beneficiary's Mother

-Petitioner's Original Divorce Decree from a previous marriage

-Copy of Petitioner's Original Divorce Decree from a previous marriage

-Beneficiary's mother original divorce decree from previous marriage

-Copy of Beneficiary's mother original divorce decree from previous marriage

-Beneficiary's original Police Record, translation, translator's certificate and translator's I.d. Copy

-Copy of Beneficiary's original Police Record, translation, translator's certificate and translator's I.d. Copy

-Copy of the I-797 Approval Notice from the USCIS

Go to your Consulate web site and cross-check if this list is enough, or if they require something else. Don't forget to send your son a second set of originals of any documents you submit and a copy of both the AOS and IV Packages.

Good Luck

[arise 3]

I got through NVC in 23 days once I got my numbers!! Be ready and lets do this!!!

hello there , i was reading through some post that you took part in and i felt so please that you might be able to help me.

i jus wedding in lagos two weeks ago and 'am petitionning for my husband and his 11 year old daughter.my question is this

1. what sample of letter does the mother of the my step daughter write to CONSENT to releasing the child to come down with her father. my husband had the child out of weddlock.

i notice how God favor you when the embassy granted their visa even without the "DNA" result.

2. what should we add to the child i-130 parkage?

i really had a fabulous time in lagos, a beautiful city, friendly people too.

thank you so much

i tried to send this msg directly to "kazulie" but no way, so anyone can please HELP

[dancehallquana 5]

Hi guys!! i know ive been MIA.. immigration has been playing with our emotions LOL

well a lil bit of good news.. ONE of my stepsons was finally scheduled for interview August 16th at 7:30am!! Cant believe we are finally here.. Im so confused as to what is needed BESIDES proof of relationship..

do they really need my marriage license, bc, and tax records again??

my other stepson's AOS was not approved (hmm, same info) and ive been getting the runaround w/ checklists every mnth but finally think everything is straight so i shoudl be hearing from them next mnth on his interview..

[evoria 19]

Hi guys!! i know ive been MIA.. immigration has been playing with our emotions LOL

well a lil bit of good news.. ONE of my stepsons was finally scheduled for interview August 16th at 7:30am!! Cant believe we are finally here.. Im so confused as to what is needed BESIDES proof of relationship..

do they really need my marriage license, bc, and tax records again??

my other stepson's AOS was not approved (hmm, same info) and ive been getting the runaround w/ checklists every mnth but finally think everything is straight so i shoudl be hearing from them next mnth on his interview..

Congratulations, my husband did the interview he said they did not ask for much. They did ask for the custody papers. The CO had all the original documents, however we had all the copies as a backup. The only thing I would suggest in addition is pictures with the father from when the kids were younger.

[dancehallquana 5]

Congratulations, my husband did the interview he said they did not ask for much. They did ask for the custody papers. The CO had all the original documents, however we had all the copies as a backup. The only thing I would suggest in addition is pictures with the father from when the kids were younger.

Thank you so much Evoria!

[dancehallquana 5]

August is here YAYYYY

countdown to our interview FINALLY..this has been a bumpy ride..but August 16th is just around the corner..

expediting all the info to Jamaica today as myself nor my husband will be making the interview..almost there..

[katraska78 6]

Hey guys, I have a question: Does the NVC publishes a monthly bulleting for each consulate, with the interviews for that month at the beggining of it, which does not change, or more interviews keep being added as the month progresses?