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Ag-n-Harlan   16

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FIancee arrived at airport and had her bag stolen containing the sealed packet. She still has passport with visa inside. She is reporting to police now but flight is soon. Can she travel and have packet replaced/confirmed when state side? This is time sensitive so if you have advice or help or contact of some one who can please let us know

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VanessaTony
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The problem is that was her ENTIRE immigration file... the original. No she can't enter the US without it. She will need to contact the embassy and ask their advice. She should not catch her flight. S

Ag-n-Harlan
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Long story short with more detail to come after we've spent some quality time~ She was given a 1 month parole visa and passport was surrendered. We have until this time to get the appropriate paper

Ag-n-Harlan
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So went to our deferred inspection and was admitted on her K-1 finally - 90 days starting now. When we went in they had a list of things that they were going to require and were going to give us a co

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VanessaTony Grand Master

VanessaTony   3,567

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FIancee arrived at airport and had her bag stolen containing the sealed packet. She still has passport with visa inside. She is reporting to police now but flight is soon. Can she travel and have packet replaced/confirmed when state side? This is time sensitive so if you have advice or help or contact of some one who can please let us know

The problem is that was her ENTIRE immigration file... the original. No she can't enter the US without it. She will need to contact the embassy and ask their advice. She should not catch her flight. She will not be permitted to enter the US without the packet or something from the embassy.

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Aussie K1 process - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/206016-australian-beneficiaries-packet-3-to-interview-date/
AOS, EAD & AP - the Aussie Way (including document list) - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/235331-aos-ead-ap-from-k1-the-aussie-way-doc-list-included/
ROC April 2012 - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/358760-i-751-april-2012-filers/ (includes document list)
N-400 April 2013 - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/412738-n-400-april-2013-filers/ (includes document list)

N-400 Interview review - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/412738-n-400-april-2013-filers/?p=6381814

N-400 Oath Ceremony review - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/412738-n-400-april-2013-filers/?p=6537699
Aussie Chat page continued - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/331922-new-2011-land-downunder-aussie-aussie-aussie-oi-oi-oi/
Aussie Name Change on Passport Process - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/248400-australian-passport-name-change-process/
Travel on maiden name passport with married name GC, tickets in married name - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/183541-land-downunder-aussie-aussie-aussie-oi-oi-oi/page__view__findpost__p__4135806
Shipping Costs from Aus to US - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/293179-shipping-costs-aus-to-usa/

Notes:
- For my "standard" timeline please see timeline to the left
- For timeline with Aussie specifics & more detailed info, please see the "About Me" section of my profile

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VanessaTony   3,567

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I should also mention, given the EXTREMELY sensitive nature of all of the information contained in that packet, there is an enormous risk of fraud/identity theft. You should immediately put a lock on your credit report. I also suggest you cancel any/all bank cards (in case you put copies for evidence) and get replacements. Let your bank know about the theft as well.

Aussie K1 process - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/206016-australian-beneficiaries-packet-3-to-interview-date/
AOS, EAD & AP - the Aussie Way (including document list) - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/235331-aos-ead-ap-from-k1-the-aussie-way-doc-list-included/
ROC April 2012 - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/358760-i-751-april-2012-filers/ (includes document list)
N-400 April 2013 - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/412738-n-400-april-2013-filers/ (includes document list)

N-400 Interview review - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/412738-n-400-april-2013-filers/?p=6381814

N-400 Oath Ceremony review - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/412738-n-400-april-2013-filers/?p=6537699
Aussie Chat page continued - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/331922-new-2011-land-downunder-aussie-aussie-aussie-oi-oi-oi/
Aussie Name Change on Passport Process - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/248400-australian-passport-name-change-process/
Travel on maiden name passport with married name GC, tickets in married name - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/183541-land-downunder-aussie-aussie-aussie-oi-oi-oi/page__view__findpost__p__4135806
Shipping Costs from Aus to US - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/293179-shipping-costs-aus-to-usa/

Notes:
- For my "standard" timeline please see timeline to the left
- For timeline with Aussie specifics & more detailed info, please see the "About Me" section of my profile

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As the USC, I think you should inform CBP at POE ahead of time about her situation.

Bring whatever document you have of her that's relevant to her K1 application.

Good luck.

:wub:10-year GC holder :wub:

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apple21   953

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So you are thinking that she should board the plane?

I'm not sure if they will let her board her flight. rolleyes.gif

What I'm suggesting is for the USC petitioner to inform CBP about his fiancee's situation.

:wub:10-year GC holder :wub:

My Parents’ B2 Tourist Visa Application - APPROVED

 

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B & G   200

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Okay I get your point now.

I think she'll be able to board since she has a visa.

You are correct there Gowon. Airline will let her board because of the visa in her passport. Its all they check, 90% of them don't know that she needs the packet to be admitted into the US. But then again, its not their responsibility to make sure she does.

OP, my opinion, don't risk it. Speak to the airline and explain the situation of the stolen bag and how important the package is to be allowed into the US. Airline might waive all fees for the date change. I work for a major airline and we waive payment when we have a passenger that has lost a passport or has a passport stolen.

Only thing you should make sure is that your fiancee has a police report for the theft, show that to the airline and work from there.

Good luck

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OH my world, how in the world will someone steal that. What airport was that and are there no camera's around. The document was so important it should have been placed in the curry on and not placed in the regular bags for cargo. Any ways i hope USCIS does something positive for your fiance. Good luck

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fantonledzepp Community Regular

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I'm so sorry that this happened. Thieves, they're just as bad as murderers if you ask me.

I assume that the flight took off already given that thread was posted at 10pm last night. I sure hope she did not board the flight. She needs that package. I hope she filed the proper police reports and is at the consulate explaining the situation.

Best of luck to you both. Hopefully the airline was gracious enough to waive any fines or fees.

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Ning   619

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OH my world, how in the world will someone steal that. What airport was that and are there no camera's around. The document was so important it should have been placed in the curry on and not placed in the regular bags for cargo. Any ways i hope USCIS does something positive for your fiance. Good luck

These docs should never be placed in anything that is out of the possession of the person with the visa. If they are put in a suitcase that goes in the cargo area the bag would be on the other side of the POE anyway.

I hope the O P will do as V & T suggests or they may have a huge problem.

 
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