February 2014 filers

[Abby & Andre 27]

Abby, please add us to the interview list. Johan got his letter today, and his interview is on MONDAY!! (the 9th) We went from to in a very short time. I was guessing the 12th, and dreamt the night before last it was the 25th, but I'll take the 9th.

OMG finally!!! LOL That is SO soon too. I bet you are so happy but freaking out a little You went from not knowing your date to be next in line!

Congrats to those who got approved!! I actually got a bit teary eyed reading about the approvals! haha!!! We are still waiting on London to reply about the interview date.. Seems like they're keeping us waiting for NO reason like they did Nikki and Ben!! I just want to know the damn date already!!!!

Edit: They updated our case yesterday. Hmmm what could it mean!!

I have been keeping an eye out for you to mention your interview date too. I am so excited for everybody! Hopefully they let you know soon!

Upcoming Interviews

June 9th- Tina and Johan

June 10th- froschundblumen & MK108

June 12th- cw&zm & tina:)

June 13th- Abby&Andre

June 16th- byrd_75 & paddington_bear

June 23rd- Nikki181

June 24th- VicAus

[Tina and Johan 206]

OMG finally!!! LOL That is SO soon too. I bet you are so happy but freaking out a little You went from not knowing your date to be next in line!

Upcoming Interviews

June 9th- Tina and Johan

June 10th- froschundblumen & MK108

June 12th- cw&zm & tina:)

June 13th- Abby&Andre

June 16th- byrd_75 & paddington_bear

June 23rd- Nikki181

June 24th- VicAus

Finally is right! lol tap tap tap... "you don't mind if we just cut in line, do you?" I think Johan is a little stressed, but not having to wait too long (4 DAYS!) will give us just the right amount of time make sure our papers are all in line, but not overworry about everything and "what ifs." I can't wait to post an update. Needless to say, we'll be skyping a marathon this weekend to make sure all is in order.

On a side note: school finished today for the year, so now I can concentrate on wedding plans, closet cleaning to make room for 2 more household members, and getting ready for AOS.

MichelleRenee, our CEAC updated yesterday. You'll be getting your letter SOON!

[Kiwi1 4]

Big congrats PBJ and Jgadsby!! That's such awesome news you guys have been approved. Also congrats to Tina&Johan..your interview is so close! It's a funny game this K1 business huh! ?

[Abby & Andre 27]

Finally is right! lol tap tap tap... "you don't mind if we just cut in line, do you?" I think Johan is a little stressed, but not having to wait too long (4 DAYS!) will give us just the right amount of time make sure our papers are all in line, but not overworry about everything and "what ifs." I can't wait to post an update. Needless to say, we'll be skyping a marathon this weekend to make sure all is in order.

On a side note: school finished today for the year, so now I can concentrate on wedding plans, closet cleaning to make room for 2 more household members, and getting ready for AOS.

MichelleRenee, our CEAC updated yesterday. You'll be getting your letter SOON!

That ended up being perfect timing for you! I am a nervous wreck and we have to wait until Friday for Andre's interview AHH! He is being a butt and saying he is not going to call me right away after and make me sweat. I don't think that's funny! LOL

This next week is a packed week for interviews!!!!! There is at least 1 everyday except Wednesday!

[froschundblumen 25]

I'm starting to freak out (...starting hahaha) about the interview, particularly the chance of being denied on finances.

Those of you who have been approved, what did you provide with your I134? What did they ask for? Did they look at it right then and tell you if you had sufficient evidence?

[PBJ 60]

Hey! On the train back from London but... I got APPROVED! - More info later, when I get signal...

Congrats!

[Sail0r 7]

Oops double post!

Edited June 6, 2014 by Sail0r

[Sail0r 7]

I'm starting to freak out (...starting hahaha) about the interview, particularly the chance of being denied on finances.

Those of you who have been approved, what did you provide with your I134? What did they ask for? Did they look at it right then and tell you if you had sufficient evidence?

As long as you're over the 125% it should be fine! Zack gave me 2 years of tax returns, 8 pay stubs and a letter from his employer stating how much he makes and the fact that he has a permanent job.

[PBJ 60]

I'm starting to freak out (...starting hahaha) about the interview, particularly the chance of being denied on finances.

Those of you who have been approved, what did you provide with your I134? What did they ask for? Did they look at it right then and tell you if you had sufficient evidence?

Seek an appropriate sponsor and the evidence should present itself (i.e. sufficiently over the 125% requirement). Anyone will do!

I had letter from bank and letter from employer, pay stubs and tax returns. The CO took only the letter from bank with the i134 and was not interested in anything further. This may be specific to London, and hence it may be different with your consulate.

Good luck!

[byrd_75 9]

So just a quick question with regards to finances...... the 125% requirement is about $20,000, correct? Noah makes $50,0000....just want to make sure we don't need a sponsor...

Also, he had the most difficult time getting a letter of employment from his current job..... he did eventually get a document which states his current salary, his fulltime permanent hours etch but it is not signed by a supervisor....... could this be a problem? we do have all his paystubs, tax returns, employment contract, bank statements and W2 .....

Thxxxxx in advance ?

[paddington_bear 30]

So just a quick question with regards to finances...... the 125% requirement is about $20,000, correct? Noah makes $50,0000....just want to make sure we don't need a sponsor...

Also, he had the most difficult time getting a letter of employment from his current job..... he did eventually get a document which states his current salary, his fulltime permanent hours etch but it is not signed by a supervisor....... could this be a problem? we do have all his paystubs, tax returns, employment contract, bank statements and W2 .....

Thxxxxx in advance ?

Yes. 125% is about $19,600. Though for the k1 interview you just need to make 100% of the poverty line, not 125%---125% is needed for AOS affidavit.

I make $20-21k a year right now because I'm a phd candidate and only get a certain stipend because my tuition is waived (about 35k). I'm worried because we just make above the 125% cut, but I think it will do. No forms say you need more. If you're at 50k, there is seriously no problem.

[byrd_75 9]

Yes. 125% is about $19,600. Though for the k1 interview you just need to make 100% of the poverty line, not 125%---125% is needed for AOS affidavit.

I make $20-21k a year right now because I'm a phd candidate and only get a certain stipend because my tuition is waived (about 35k). I'm worried because we just make above the 125% cut, but I think it will do. No forms say you need more. If you're at 50k, there is seriously no problem.

Awesome.... thx for the advice...... just stressing over every little document!!! I guess I am worried bout the employment verification letter.......boooooo

[Abby & Andre 27]

I'm starting to freak out (...starting hahaha) about the interview, particularly the chance of being denied on finances.

Those of you who have been approved, what did you provide with your I134? What did they ask for? Did they look at it right then and tell you if you had sufficient evidence?

I can relate being nervous about finances. I have to cover a household of 3 and I'm only $3000 over the 125% number. I read that Montreal pretty much goes by the 125% since AOS has to be filed after marriage anyway. I know I am over but its not A LOT over to where I would feel much more confident. I am just a worrier. I am sure it will be fine

Good luck and I can't wait to hear how it goes!!

[MichelleRenee 14]

I've always wondered "what if you're only over by a little bit" but hey, they say over 125% so I'm assuming anything over, even if it was only a few hundred, would be considered okay. It would be unfair otherwise, right? "Well you're over the 125%, but not by much, so it doesn't count and you're denied!!" Haha. Actually, this whole process is a little unfair so I would't put it last them! I wouldn't worry if I were you though

I can relate being nervous about finances. I have to cover a household of 3 and I'm only $3000 over the 125% number. I read that Montreal pretty much goes by the 125% since AOS has to be filed after marriage anyway. I know I am over but its not A LOT over to where I would feel much more confident. I am just a worrier. I am sure it will be fine

Good luck and I can't wait to hear how it goes!!

[Abby & Andre 27]

I've always wondered "what if you're only over by a little bit" but hey, they say over 125% so I'm assuming anything over, even if it was only a few hundred, would be considered okay. It would be unfair otherwise, right? "Well you're over the 125%, but not by much, so it doesn't count and you're denied!!" Haha. Actually, this whole process is a little unfair so I would't put it last them! I wouldn't worry if I were you though

LOL. I know, I have wondered that too! If the threshold is $19,600, is $19601 acceptable?

I really hope we get a nice CO. I really think their mood is a big factor haha