im reading about lots of denials for k-1 india...

[erinmuskan88 2]

Ive been going through the posts and I see a lot of denials for k1 visas in india. Are there any approved?! What can we do to make sure we are not denied? This makes me worried because I am pregnant with my fiances child and I do not want to have to raise our child alone! Any suggestions?

[TigerFlower 61]

I would read in detail (and even ask) why those people were denied. If they were denied for lack of proof, get more, etc. Good luck to you on your journey.

[Lanu 1]

where did you see that India k-1s are getting denied? what stage are they getting denied at?

each case is unique. I applied for mine back in april, I've yet to hear back though.

[erinmuskan88 2]

where did you see that India k-1s are getting denied? what stage are they getting denied at?

each case is unique. I applied for mine back in april, I've yet to hear back though.

im just reading posts from people on here, and seeing quite a few. most seem to do with lack of evidence and the embassy not believing they are a legit couple. it sounds like they want to see lots of time spent with fiances family (which in my case, we could not do because of my time frame and finances), age difference has come up, and not having an engagement ceremony (which again, we could not do because of time/money). they all were denied after their interviews.

i applied in may and just got my notice of approval from uscis last week, but im still waiting for the nvc's letter. it seems like india doesnt easily believe in k1 visas for cultural beliefs. maybe im just being paranoid, but i am prego with his child, and we have been in a relationship for over a year. it terrifies me that they could say no! we do have pictures, letters, and emails but now im worried that it wont be enough.

maybe the people who do get their visas just dont post about it cause they got what they want?!

[NikLR 13,227]

***moved to India regional forum as question is specifically dealing with issues with that area from K1 process and procedures***

[Mel&Lal 12]

Ive been going through the posts and I see a lot of denials for k1 visas in india. Are there any approved?! What can we do to make sure we are not denied? This makes me worried because I am pregnant with my fiances child and I do not want to have to raise our child alone! Any suggestions?

I have also notice this as a trend, but from what I have read most of the denial seem to come from Delhi, and I have read that the consulate actually wants USC at the interview. All you can do is just make sure you have plenty of evidence, address all the red flags, and pray!!!! Which is pretty much what we are doing and we have lots of red flags Wish you luck!!!!

[Qasim&Shannon 0]

I have also notice this as a trend, but from what I have read most of the denial seem to come from Delhi, and I have read that the consulate actually wants USC at the interview. All you can do is just make sure you have plenty of evidence, address all the red flags, and pray!!!! Which is pretty much what we are doing and we have lots of red flags Wish you luck!!!!

Mel&Lal, if you don't mind my asking, how are you preparing to address the red flags? I am assuming your red flags are maybe similar to mine (age/religious/cultural differences).

Best of luck for your upcoming interview!

[miriny 0]

im just reading posts from people on here, and seeing quite a few. most seem to do with lack of evidence and the embassy not believing they are a legit couple. it sounds like they want to see lots of time spent with fiances family (which in my case, we could not do because of my time frame and finances), age difference has come up, and not having an engagement ceremony (which again, we could not do because of time/money). they all were denied after their interviews.

i applied in may and just got my notice of approval from uscis last week, but im still waiting for the nvc's letter. it seems like india doesnt easily believe in k1 visas for cultural beliefs. maybe im just being paranoid, but i am prego with his child, and we have been in a relationship for over a year. it terrifies me that they could say no! we do have pictures, letters, and emails but now im worried that it wont be enough.

maybe the people who do get their visas just dont post about it cause they got what they want?!

Its an uphill battle with INdia.. You would think a bunch of old fashioned Indian aunties are running the place and not an American Consulate with American anti-discrimanation laws.Why do Americans have to follow their cultural norms?I have no Idea. Our visa was denied this past friday and we are still shell shocked.We had pictures,receipts, phone records going almost 2 yrs back.The CO asked about his religious practices and made a huge deal about it and then stopped the interview when she asked about me and he said I come from a jewish background.This sort of discrimination is SOOOOO illegal.We are a legit couple ..We just want to start our life as a married couple in the US.My parents are now drafting letters about how they support us and the plans for our wedding and reception.Its so crazy.With our financial situation we cant afford a huge wedding.so i dont know what akes them think the more you spend the more legitimate the relationship..I wish you better luck.

[miriny 0]

Mel&Lal, if you don't mind my asking, how are you preparing to address the red flags? I am assuming your red flags are maybe similar to mine (age/religious/cultural differences).

Best of luck for your upcoming interview!

how can one change their age,or cultural differences?This is all part and parcel of K1 visas all over the world.My brother and his polish wife went through the process and she was never asked about her religion or why she would want to marry a man 11 yrs older than her who is divorced with a kid.My fiance was..I am 8 yrs older actually 71/2.The CO was asking 20 questions about his religion and his affiliation and practices... when It was mentioned Im from a jewish background she stopped the Interview ,gave him a paper and told him to his face i dont believe you really want to marry her..she is 8 years older with children... but her attitude about our religion was the real reason for rejection..maybe the combination of all these.My kids even send him pictures so he brought asome with him and the CO said.oh how sweet... but still tried to say we dont have a bonified relationship.

[AFT...Ths 1]

Hey,

My fiance was denied a K-1 in Mumbai on Sept 30th. It was one of the worst days of my life.

We decided not to re-submit, we are getting married in Manipur on Christmas and will pursue an I-130 afterward.

Good luck to all of you! <3

[erinmuskan88 2]

Its an uphill battle with INdia.. You would think a bunch of old fashioned Indian aunties are running the place and not an American Consulate with American anti-discrimanation laws.Why do Americans have to follow their cultural norms?I have no Idea. Our visa was denied this past friday and we are still shell shocked.We had pictures,receipts, phone records going almost 2 yrs back.The CO asked about his religious practices and made a huge deal about it and then stopped the interview when she asked about me and he said I come from a jewish background.This sort of discrimination is SOOOOO illegal.We are a legit couple ..We just want to start our life as a married couple in the US.My parents are now drafting letters about how they support us and the plans for our wedding and reception.Its so crazy.With our financial situation we cant afford a huge wedding.so i dont know what akes them think the more you spend the more legitimate the relationship..I wish you better luck.

wow. im so sorry that you didnt get approved. it really is a crazy world that someone else gets to decide if you are a legit couple or not. that brings out my side that fights for justice. we had our interview 2 weeks ago and got approved, but found out a week later that they made a mistake and didnt update our case which has delayed him getting his passport back. i was so angry because their actions affect the lives of others, and sometimes it seems they dont take it very seriously.

keep fighting. do everything you can. apply for a k-3 if you have to.

and for us, we didnt have finances either to do anything traditionally and it didnt stop our case. so maybe it just simply is the age and religion (though i think less of the latter because they approve people with different backgrounds and america is all about freedom of religion).

ill be keeping you in my prayers!

[AKSinghSingh79 143]

I'm linking an old thread of mine that I started a while back. It contains a lot of useful information pertaining to red flags that come up frequently at Indian consulates (and many others as well!) http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/355017-interracial-couples-post-here/

I am also 1/2 of an interracial couple. I used to think that the Indian consulates had it out for interracial couples but I've changed my views since spending a significant amount of time on VJ. I've seen plenty of interracial couples get approved, possibly as many as get denied.

[Mel&Lal 12]

wow. im so sorry that you didnt get approved. it really is a crazy world that someone else gets to decide if you are a legit couple or not. that brings out my side that fights for justice. we had our interview 2 weeks ago and got approved, but found out a week later that they made a mistake and didnt update our case which has delayed him getting his passport back. i was so angry because their actions affect the lives of others, and sometimes it seems they dont take it very seriously.

keep fighting. do everything you can. apply for a k-3 if you have to.

and for us, we didnt have finances either to do anything traditionally and it didnt stop our case. so maybe it just simply is the age and religion (though i think less of the latter because they approve people with different backgrounds and america is all about freedom of religion).

ill be keeping you in my prayers!

Glad to hear that the 2 of you got approved, Congrats!!!!!

[Mel&Lal 12]

I'm linking an old thread of mine that I started a while back. It contains a lot of useful information pertaining to red flags that come up frequently at Indian consulates (and many others as well!) http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/355017-interracial-couples-post-here/

I am also 1/2 of an interracial couple. I used to think that the Indian consulates had it out for interracial couples but I've changed my views since spending a significant amount of time on VJ. I've seen plenty of interracial couples get approved, possibly as many as get denied.

I have read some of your threads and they have helped us out alot! We just need to get though the interview now and just thinking about it I get so nervous!