Question about intial K-1 packet

[wendya 0]

Hi,

I was just wondering how most of you packaged all your information to send. What I mean is, I purchase a thin binder and I was going to put all the papers and proof and label everything. Will this be acceptable?

I was also reading that someone mentioned about overstaying their visitor visa and when they applied for the K-1 they told of this occurance and they didn't have any problem getting everything passed. If anyone has had to put this same sort of information regarding overstaying a visa on the K-1, I would love to hear about it. Also, if you could include how long you overstayed and what red flags this may have triggered in the process and how you handled them.

Thank you all in advance. This is a great site and I am enjoying reading and learning from other's experiences.

[Augustajim 0]

I packages everything in a nice binder, in organized sections with a cover detailing the sections and what was in those sections, clearly labled and all of the information in slip sheets for easy removal. however you do it make sure it is easy to find stuff and not a clustered mess.

Contents include:

- Payment in the amount of $ 170.

- I-129F

- G-325A (Petitioner)

- G-325A (Beneficiary)

- Birth certificate (Petitioner)

- Evidence of having met in person in the past two years

- Original statements of intent to marry. (Petitioner and Beneficiary)

- copies of prior divorces (Petitioner)

- passport style photo (Beneficiary)

- passport style photo (Petitioner)

thats the way mine was organized, does not mean its the right way or the only way

Hi,

I was just wondering how most of you packaged all your information to send. What I mean is, I purchase a thin binder and I was going to put all the papers and proof and label everything. Will this be acceptable?

I was also reading that someone mentioned about overstaying their visitor visa and when they applied for the K-1 they told of this occurance and they didn't have any problem getting everything passed. If anyone has had to put this same sort of information regarding overstaying a visa on the K-1, I would love to hear about it. Also, if you could include how long you overstayed and what red flags this may have triggered in the process and how you handled them.

Thank you all in advance. This is a great site and I am enjoying reading and learning from other's experiences.

[JenT 0]

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...p;page=assembly

[brnidokiegurl 0]

no binders as such, just use the clips to hold papers together

[kitkat1 5]

I was also reading that someone mentioned about overstaying their visitor visa and when they applied for the K-1 they told of this occurance and they didn't have any problem getting everything passed. If anyone has had to put this same sort of information regarding overstaying a visa on the K-1, I would love to hear about it. Also, if you could include how long you overstayed and what red flags this may have triggered in the process and how you handled them.

A previous overstay on a visitor visa does not affect the initial I-129F petition. It comes an issue at the interview.

If the overstay was less than 180 days, no waiver is necessary. Over 180 days, waiver and hardship letter proving extreme hardship to the USC if the visa is ultimately denied and the USC has to relocate permanently to the fiance's country is required.

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

ALIENS UNLAWFULLY PRESENT.-

(i) In general.-Any alien (other than an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence) who-

(I) was unlawfully present in the United States for a period of more than 180 days but less than 1 year, voluntarily departed the United States (whether or not pursuant to section 244(e)) prior to the commencement of proceedings under section 235b(1) or section 240, and again seeks admission within 3 years of the date of such alien's departure or removal, or

(II) has been unlawfully present in the United States for one year or more, and who again seeks admission within 10 years of the date of such alien's departure or removal from the United States,is inadmissible.

[Augustajim 0]

In preparing your packet, please take note of the following:

a. Do not use binders or folders that cannot be easily disassembled

you are quite right. I was not clear. I used the type of binder they were looking for with the proper fasteners. I believe what they are trying to avoid here is bulky binders of the three ring variety. Mine easily fit in a next day envelope and was only about 1/2 inch think.

no binders as such, just use the clips to hold papers together

[UmmSqueakster 54]

you are quite right. I was not clear. I used the type of binder they were looking for with the proper fasteners. I believe what they are trying to avoid here is bulky binders of the three ring variety. Mine easily fit in a next day envelope and was only about 1/2 inch think

I disagree. I believe they'll disassemble the binder and pitch it, so that they can put the papers in the order they want. You'll be able to see your file once you get to the AOS interview stage. All our original paperwork was in a different order than we submitted it, in a manila folder.

[SoL. 0]

you are quite right. I was not clear. I used the type of binder they were looking for with the proper fasteners. I believe what they are trying to avoid here is bulky binders of the three ring variety. Mine easily fit in a next day envelope and was only about 1/2 inch think

I disagree. I believe they'll disassemble the binder and pitch it, so that they can put the papers in the order they want. You'll be able to see your file once you get to the AOS interview stage. All our original paperwork was in a different order than we submitted it, in a manila folder.

So you can see the initial K-1 file again @ the AOS interview? (Or did I understand this wrong) Wow, I didn't know that...

Edited February 19, 2007 by Sol-de-Verano

[Augustajim 0]

could very well be true. I hope one day to get to that point. I'm glad to learn something. I know my initial thoughts when putting it together were that they would loose something and i would have to resend it costing more time.

you are quite right. I was not clear. I used the type of binder they were looking for with the proper fasteners. I believe what they are trying to avoid here is bulky binders of the three ring variety. Mine easily fit in a next day envelope and was only about 1/2 inch think

I disagree. I believe they'll disassemble the binder and pitch it, so that they can put the papers in the order they want. You'll be able to see your file once you get to the AOS interview stage. All our original paperwork was in a different order than we submitted it, in a manila folder.

[UmmSqueakster 54]

you are quite right. I was not clear. I used the type of binder they were looking for with the proper fasteners. I believe what they are trying to avoid here is bulky binders of the three ring variety. Mine easily fit in a next day envelope and was only about 1/2 inch think

I disagree. I believe they'll disassemble the binder and pitch it, so that they can put the papers in the order they want. You'll be able to see your file once you get to the AOS interview stage. All our original paperwork was in a different order than we submitted it, in a manila folder.

So you see the initial K-1 file again? Wow, I didn't know that!

You see it on the interviewer's desk. Depending on how much evidence you've submitted, it can get pretty thick. You don't actually get to thumb through it yourself, but if you're sneaking, you can kinda glance at it as she's leafing through

[SoL. 0]

Oh I would love to see that, it brings back great memories!

[wendya 0]

Thank you everyone for the great information!!!