DCF I -130 Bangladesh

[nusshaf14 1]

Hello all,

Do any of you know the DCF policy in Bangladesh embassy. I want to apply I-130 spouse petition through DCF method in Bangladesh. I know BAngladesh accepts dcf applications. My concern is do I need to be a resident there or stay 6 months prior to apply. your responses will be much appreciated.

Thank you

[lost_at_sea 995]

Bangladesh does not appear to be on the list of countries with a Field Office (which is required for them to accept normal DCF cases): http://www.uscis.gov/about-us/find-uscis-office/international-immigration-offices

Bangladesh only accepts DCF cases for US military personnel and in emergency/humanitarian cases: http://dhaka.usembassy.gov/filing_the_i130.html

[Mark88 183]

You can't DCF in Bangladesh.

[nusshaf14 1]

Hey guys, can u see in this link

http://www.visajourney.com/consulates/index.php?ctry=Bangladesh&cty=Dhaka

It says yes. also

Visas

• Visa Services
• Nonimmigrant Visas
• Immigrant Visas
  • Fees
  • Filing the I-130
  • Current Priority Dates
  • Waiver Instructions
  • DNA Testing
  • Instructions for Returning Resident
  • Providing Accurate Information
• Diversity Visas
• Adoption
• Business Visa Program
• Travel & Tourism in the U.S.

FILING THE I-130

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Requirements for Filing I-130

We only determine whether the petitioner's circumstances meet the criteria for a special exception for filing an immigrant visa petition (I-130) at post. Due to the recent change the only conditions under which I-130 petitions may be filed at post are when they are petitions from American Citizens who are members of the U.S. military stationed in the country of residence (this type of case requires a copy of the petitioner's orders) or when an emergency or humanitarian situation exists.

American citizens who do not fulfill the above requirements to file an immigrant visa petition (I-130) for a spouse, child, or stepchild at this post, must file their petitions with the USCIS office with jurisdiction over their residence in the United States. USCIS district addresses are listed on the I-130 instructions. Additional information can also be obtained by visiting:http://www.uscis.gov

For all petitioners residing overseas in countries in which USCIS does not have a field office, petitioners must file their Forms I-130 petitions by mail with the USCIS Chicago Lockbox.

USCIS Chicago Lockbox addresses for regular mail deliveries:

USCIS
P.O. Box 804625
Chicago, IL 60680-4107

USCIS Chicago Lockbox address for express mail and courier deliveries: USCIS
Attn: I-130
131 South Dearborn-3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60603-5517

For additional information about how to file a Form I-130 with the USCIS Chicago lockbox, please see the USCIS website at http://www.uscis.gov or contact USCIS by phone at 1-800-375-5283.

How to File an I-130 Petition in Dhaka

Those who wish to file an I-130 Immigrant Visa petition in Dhaka must send an email to dhakapetitions@state.gov with the following information to schedule an appointment to submit the I-130 petition:

1. Name, Date of Birth and Passport number of the United States citizen
2. Purpose of stay in Bangladesh for the United States Citizen
3. Name and relationship of the beneficiary to the U.S. citizen

The Consular Office will forward your request to the Department of Homeland Security to decide whether the petitioner's circumstances meet the criteria for a special exception for filing an immigrant visa petition (I-130) at post. If your request is approved we will schedule for an appointment and advise accordingly.

The U.S. citizen petitioner must appear in person to file an I-130. A power of attorney cannot be used on the petitioner's behalf to turn in the petition. The alien relative/beneficiary must also appear at the Embassy or Consulate when the I-130 is submitted. Once the petition has been accepted, the U.S. citizen does not need to return to the Embassy or Consulate again. The alien relative/beneficiary will have to come back to complete the application process.

[nusshaf14 1]

Now are they giving instructions for those exceptional military and emergency cases? I also didnt understand what did they mean at the end of the first sentence by "at post" .

[Mark88 183]

What is your exceptional case? Or are u a member of the military?

[nusshaf14 1]

Sorry I saw your links after i posted already @ lost_at_sea.

I dont have any exceptional case. I guess I wasn't reading it right. @ Mark88

[Mark88 183]

You will have to file the other way then.

[nusshaf14 1]

Yeah . Thanks for your input mark88

[Mark88 183]

You're welcome. Good luck.

[Aahil 90]

Yeah . Thanks for your input mark88

they dont allow.we tried this method. they told us, u have to file the petition from USA.. we both stay in bangladesh since the day one of our wedding .

[lost_at_sea 995]

Now are they giving instructions for those exceptional military and emergency cases? I also didnt understand what did they mean at the end of the first sentence by "at post" .

"at post" is just another way of saying "at this office".

[nusshaf14 1]

Thanks Azim. All the best to you. So after applying from USA its okay to live with spouse in the foreign country for as long as you wish?