DS-230

[kmarion1968 5]

Just getting set to mail off my two packets one for my wife and another for my stepson. now i realize that the documents we send in are specifically to do with the to do with the beneficiary and not so much to do with the petitioner. however that being said tell me if you see me missing anything from my document lists.

stepson

 Two (2) Passport Size Photographs of Beneficiary (NVC Case Number, beneficiary’s full name, and date of birth are written on back of both)

 DS-230 Part 1 completed and signed by beneficiary

 DS-230 Part 2 completed by beneficiary – unsigned, as of yet, per instructions

 Photocopy of the Biographic Data Page(s) of Beneficiary’s Passport

 Original/Certified Birth Certificate of beneficiary

 Court Custody Documents

 Original/Certified Marriage Certificate of ( Mother and Step father)

Wife

 Two (2) Passport Size Photographs of Beneficiary (NVC Case Number, beneficiary’s full name, and date of birth are written on back of both)

 DS-230 Part 1 completed and signed by beneficiary

 DS-230 Part 2 completed by beneficiary – unsigned, as of yet, per instructions

 Photocopy of the Biographic Data Page(s) of Beneficiary’s Passport

 Original/Certified Birth Certificate of beneficiary

 Original/Certified Marriage Certificate

 Original/Certified Police Clearance Certificate

do I need to include copies of my divorce decrees? that i sent in at the USCIS stage?? any input would be appreciated

[OIF0607 0]

Just getting set to mail off my two packets one for my wife and another for my stepson. now i realize that the documents we send in are specifically to do with the to do with the beneficiary and not so much to do with the petitioner. however that being said tell me if you see me missing anything from my document lists.

stepson

 Two (2) Passport Size Photographs of Beneficiary (NVC Case Number, beneficiary’s full name, and date of birth are written on back of both)

 DS-230 Part 1 completed and signed by beneficiary

 DS-230 Part 2 completed by beneficiary – unsigned, as of yet, per instructions

 Photocopy of the Biographic Data Page(s) of Beneficiary’s Passport

 Original/Certified Birth Certificate of beneficiary

 Court Custody Documents

 Original/Certified Marriage Certificate of ( Mother and Step father)

Wife

 Two (2) Passport Size Photographs of Beneficiary (NVC Case Number, beneficiary’s full name, and date of birth are written on back of both)

 DS-230 Part 1 completed and signed by beneficiary

 DS-230 Part 2 completed by beneficiary – unsigned, as of yet, per instructions

 Photocopy of the Biographic Data Page(s) of Beneficiary’s Passport

 Original/Certified Birth Certificate of beneficiary

 Original/Certified Marriage Certificate

 Original/Certified Police Clearance Certificate

do I need to include copies of my divorce decrees? that i sent in at the USCIS stage?? any input would be appreciated

Not sure about the divorce decrees, but my advice is when in doubt, send it. Also make sure you write N/A in all empty spaces that need it otherwise it will be sent back to you. Good luck.

[reginakrys 33]

do I need to include copies of my divorce decrees? that i sent in at the USCIS stage?? any input would be appreciated

Yes, you need to include original or certified copies of documents showing termination of previous marriages:

http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_3195.html#marriages_termination

Also, include a photocopy of all your civil documents as well as your son's, in addition to the originals/certified copies you already have.

[trojam227 18]

You as the petitioner Do Not need to send copy of divorce decree if you sent it with the I-130. You are correct that all civil documents asked for by NVC are for applicant/beneficiary.

The only other documents you would include are the barcoded cover sheets and the following if they apply to your wife/step son:

-Adoption Papers

-Military Records

-Divorce Decree from wife's previous marriage(s)

-Court Records (if she has any arrest history)

[pushbrk 13,173]

Yes, you need to include original or certified copies of documents showing termination of previous marriages:

http://travel.state....ges_termination

Also, include a photocopy of all your civil documents as well as your son's, in addition to the originals/certified copies you already have.

Not for the US Citizen petitioner. Divorce or other marriage termination documents at the NVC stage are only for the foreigner. Only the petitioner's marriage certificate which is ALSO the beneficiary's marriage certificate is required. For a step child, the same marriage certificate is needed, so if there are not two certified copies available, make sure to note on the step child's photocopy that the actual certified copy is present in the parent's package.

[kmarion1968 5]

what about court documents showing that my wife has now sole custody of my stepson ? i think i am going to send in that as well as evidence she has legal sole custody of him.

[pushbrk 13,173]

what about court documents showing that my wife has now sole custody of my stepson ? i think i am going to send in that as well as evidence she has legal sole custody of him.

Yes, do that but also make sure just exactly what is required by the Consulate for visa issue and local authorities for exiting the country. This varies.