Question about packaging all the material

[EandH0904 1,184]

I just wanted to know how you packaged all your materials -- if you put them in a binder with tabs or just in an envelope loose with a cover sheet, stapled each sections etc.

Because of my chat logs (about 100 pages) my packet will be thick (hoping to send it monday) so I wanted to see what the best way to do this might be.

I was thinking a 3 ring binder (a smaller one) and sending it in a priority box.

Thanks for any suggestions.

[Georgia16 2,858]

They don't want that.

They scan all the paper in and think about them they have to remove all the papers from that binder to do that.

Just one big organized pile with the check and G-1145 on top and you and good to go

[Kay&Epi 53]

For the petition

I separated documents with paper clips and labeled with sticky notes. That seemed to be fine

For the interview we've bought 2 binders with sheet protectors and dividers.

[.yana 597]

My lawyer told me that the first thing the officer who receives your case does - makes two holes at the top of all your documents and puts a rope through it to keep everything together.

So as a courtesy, we did that for them.

[afortunada 182]

https://www.uscis.gov/forms/forms-and-fees/general-tips-assembling-applications-mailing

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

• Do not use binders or folders that cannot be easily disassembled.
• Use ACCO fasteners to hold together thick or bulky applications or petitions. Two-hole punching the top of the material for easy placement in the file is appreciated.
• The use of tabs assist in locating items listed as attachments. The tabs should be placed on the bottom and not the side for ease in filing.
• Avoid using heavy-duty staples; instead use ACCO fasteners or heavy clips.
• Avoid submitting originals unless specifically required. Avoid submitting oversized documentation when possible.

Edited September 23, 2016 by jacklynriquelme

[soulstriker 274]

paper clips , binder clips , labels or tabs thats all u need

[Tieary 16]

We double hole punched all pages and used an ACCO fastener.

Except for the G-1145, that and the check we paper clipped to the cover page.

For the passport photos, normally everyone paperclips them to a blank sheet of paper.

We actually stapled 1 layer of a zip lock bag to a blank sheet of paper. (so it can still be opened without removing it) To insure it wouldn't be lost.

You must write your name on the back of the photo, but we also labeled the bag and the paper with the corresponding name.

For the evidence, we made a statement page for each trip.

Stating what we did on various days and corresponded with exhibits and photos.

Example: On February 29th, 2016, Beneficiary entered the United States at xxx Airport. (exhibit A).

With the boarding pass and passport stamps being labeled as exhibit A with tabs placed at the bottom of the page.

Highlight all dates/names/important information to make it easier for the person reviewing your case.

Once it was all put together I put it in a plastic sleeve, just to make sure there would be no water damage on the way.

Then mailed it in a normal padded envelope.

Edited September 23, 2016 by Tieary

[EandH0904 1,184]

Thanks so much for all your help!!!!