Can you please look over my Cover Letter?

[Jashley820 0]

Hi everyone,

Thanks so much for your help with all of the questions I've asked. I love being a part of a community where everyone understands what my husband and I are going through!

I think I am almost ready to send off my AOS packet ( I am not applying for EAD or AP...taking my chances!). I have copied my cover letter below- can you let me know if I'm missing anything or if I've done anything incorrectly? THANK YOU SO MUCH .

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

Address

Phone Number

April 20, 2006

U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

To Whom It May Concern:

The enclosed package contains an I-485, original Adjustment of Status application based on a K-1 Visa.

Contents Include (see tabs):

Form I-485

Envelope containing 1 cheque for $395.00 ($325.00 for I-485; $70.00 for Biometrics)

Copy of long-form Canadian birth certificate

Copy of K-1 nonimmigrant Visa

Copy of Passport Pages

Two dated Passport-type photos with name & A# written on the back

I-693A Vaccination Supplement in sealed envelope

Form G-325A Biographic Information Sheet

Copy of I-94 Arrival/Departure Record (front and back)

Copy of Fiancée petition approval notice

Certified marriage certificate

Evidence of marriage & co-habitation (photos, copy of car and medical insurance, Costco membership)

Form I-864EZ: Affidavit of Support completed by HUSBAND'S NAME with supporting documents:

- 2006 Federal Tax Return and corresponding W-2’s, 1099’s, and 1098’s

- Letter from employer

- Pay stubs from previous 6 months

- Supplemental letter to Part 4, question 16

- Supplemental letter to Part 5, question 19

- Letter from bank

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an Immigration or Consular officer at a later date.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information.

Sincerely,

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

[Dr_LHA 3]

A few points.

1. Don't send them the marriage/cohabitation evidence in the AOS packet, they'll ask for that at interview. Its not necessary to send it with I-485.

2. A photocopy of the certified copy of marriage certificate is all that is needed, keep the original.

3. You might want to include 2005 and 2004 tax returns to be very safe. They're not required, but it can help avoid RFEs.

[heathius 0]

Looks pretty good to me, although I can't completely verify the contents list because that varies a bit with each case.

You may want to include your email address as well in the contact info.

[Jashley820 0]

A few points.

1. Don't send them the marriage/cohabitation evidence in the AOS packet, they'll ask for that at interview. Its not necessary to send it with I-485.

2. A photocopy of the certified copy of marriage certificate is all that is needed, keep the original.

3. You might want to include 2005 and 2004 tax returns to be very safe. They're not required, but it can help avoid RFEs.

Thanks so much for the feedback. A couple of responses/questions:

1. Is it detrimental to send it? Will they just toss it? It's literally 2 pictures and 1 photocopied pages...I just think if they can see it now they might not require an interview.

2. No worries- I got extra certified marriage certificates...I have the original + 5 so I sent a certified one

3. The issue with the back returns is that my hubby was a graduate student in '04 (no income) and '05 ($10K in income)...one of the supplemental letters that I mentioned in my cover letter explains this. 2006 we're WELL above the poverty line and he's now fully employed (hence the employment letter and paystubs). SO....We don't have an '04 return to send and '05 was under the requirements anyway. What do you think?

Looks pretty good to me, although I can't completely verify the contents list because that varies a bit with each case.

You may want to include your email address as well in the contact info.

Good idea, will do!

Edited April 19, 2007 by Jashley820

[walls1010 3]

You're ready to go. Like Dr_LHA advice, don't send your original marriage certificate just a copy coz' you will bring the original on your interview. Goodluck

[Jashley820 0]

You're ready to go. Like Dr_LHA advice, don't send your original marriage certificate just a copy coz' you will bring the original on your interview. Goodluck

Thanks so much for the feedback! I have the original tucked away in a safe place...the one I'm sending is a copy from the Marriage Certificate office.

Thanks for all of your help!

[Dr_LHA 3]

Thanks so much for the feedback. A couple of responses/questions:

1. Is it detrimental to send it? Will they just toss it? It's literally 2 pictures and 1 photocopied pages...I just think if they can see it now they might not require an interview.

I doubt its determental, its just unneccessary.

2. No worries- I got extra certified marriage certificates...I have the original + 5 so I sent a certified one

Sounds like you're well prepared!

3. The issue with the back returns is that my hubby was a graduate student in '04 (no income) and '05 ($10K in income)...one of the supplemental letters that I mentioned in my cover letter explains this. 2006 we're WELL above the poverty line and he's now fully employed (hence the employment letter and paystubs). SO....We don't have an '04 return to send and '05 was under the requirements anyway. What do you think?

You'll probably be OK, but you should be prepared to find a co-sponsor just in case. Sometimes USCIS just doesn't like affidavits that are in any way "out of the ordinary".

[cellarlily 0]

I think if you put in a letter explaining why he made so little in 2004 and 2005, that would be fine. I had the same issues (student in 2003 and 2004), so I did not include my 2004 or 2005 tax returns.

Good luck!

[athena_ny 1]

A few points.

1. Don't send them the marriage/cohabitation evidence in the AOS packet, they'll ask for that at interview. Its not necessary to send it with I-485.

2. A photocopy of the certified copy of marriage certificate is all that is needed, keep the original.

3. You might want to include 2005 and 2004 tax returns to be very safe. They're not required, but it can help avoid RFEs.

Thanks so much for the feedback. A couple of responses/questions:

1. Is it detrimental to send it? Will they just toss it? It's literally 2 pictures and 1 photocopied pages...I just think if they can see it now they might not require an interview.

2. No worries- I got extra certified marriage certificates...I have the original + 5 so I sent a certified one

3. The issue with the back returns is that my hubby was a graduate student in '04 (no income) and '05 ($10K in income)...one of the supplemental letters that I mentioned in my cover letter explains this. 2006 we're WELL above the poverty line and he's now fully employed (hence the employment letter and paystubs). SO....We don't have an '04 return to send and '05 was under the requirements anyway. What do you think?

Looks pretty good to me, although I can't completely verify the contents list because that varies a bit with each case.

You may want to include your email address as well in the contact info.

Good idea, will do!

It's not detrimental, but the person who first reviews your packet is looking for what's supposed to be there - anything extra has a decent chance of getting tossed. They're pretty much just auditing your applications/petitions.

[sheeba 0]

Hi everyone,

Thanks so much for your help with all of the questions I've asked. I love being a part of a community where everyone understands what my husband and I are going through!

I think I am almost ready to send off my AOS packet ( I am not applying for EAD or AP...taking my chances!). I have copied my cover letter below- can you let me know if I'm missing anything or if I've done anything incorrectly? THANK YOU SO MUCH .

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

Address

Phone Number

April 20, 2006

U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

To Whom It May Concern:

The enclosed package contains an I-485, original Adjustment of Status application based on a K-1 Visa.

Contents Include (see tabs):

Form I-485

Envelope containing 1 cheque for $395.00 ($325.00 for I-485; $70.00 for Biometrics)

Copy of long-form Canadian birth certificate

Copy of K-1 nonimmigrant Visa

Copy of Passport Pages

Two dated Passport-type photos with name & A# written on the back

I-693A Vaccination Supplement in sealed envelope

Form G-325A Biographic Information Sheet

Copy of I-94 Arrival/Departure Record (front and back)

Copy of Fiancée petition approval notice

Certified marriage certificate

Evidence of marriage & co-habitation (photos, copy of car and medical insurance, Costco membership)

Form I-864EZ: Affidavit of Support completed by HUSBAND'S NAME with supporting documents:

- 2006 Federal Tax Return and corresponding W-2’s, 1099’s, and 1098’s

- Letter from employer

- Pay stubs from previous 6 months

- Supplemental letter to Part 4, question 16

- Supplemental letter to Part 5, question 19

- Letter from bank

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an Immigration or Consular officer at a later date.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information.

Sincerely,

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

I had my interview in Cincinnati on 30th march.And that is what my lawyer sent for AOS,EAd and AP:

1.Two duly executed G-325A forms by Petitioner and Beneficiary

2.True copy of the Petitioner's birth record evidencing US Citizenship

3.True copy of Petitioner and Beneficiary's Marriage Certificate

4.Duly executed I-485

5.True copy of the Applicant's birth record

6.True copy of the relevant portion of the Applicant's passport which shows the visa and I-94 record indicating lawful entry in K1 status

7.Duly executed I-864 and 864A along with the Petitioner's 2003,2004,2006 Income tax return along with recent paystubs

8.Sealed medical report

9.Two passport photos of Petitioner and Beneficiary

10. Marriage photos (8 photos)

11.Duly executed I-765 Application

12.Duly executed I-131 Application along with two passport photos of the Applicant and passport information indicating it's validity through March 29 2010

13.Filing fees in the amount of $745.00 (for AOS,EAS,AP)

If you have any question just PM

Good luck!!!

[sheeba 0]

Hi everyone,

Thanks so much for your help with all of the questions I've asked. I love being a part of a community where everyone understands what my husband and I are going through!

I think I am almost ready to send off my AOS packet ( I am not applying for EAD or AP...taking my chances!). I have copied my cover letter below- can you let me know if I'm missing anything or if I've done anything incorrectly? THANK YOU SO MUCH .

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

Address

Phone Number

April 20, 2006

U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

To Whom It May Concern:

The enclosed package contains an I-485, original Adjustment of Status application based on a K-1 Visa.

Contents Include (see tabs):

Form I-485

Envelope containing 1 cheque for $395.00 ($325.00 for I-485; $70.00 for Biometrics)

Copy of long-form Canadian birth certificate

Copy of K-1 nonimmigrant Visa

Copy of Passport Pages

Two dated Passport-type photos with name & A# written on the back

I-693A Vaccination Supplement in sealed envelope

Form G-325A Biographic Information Sheet

Copy of I-94 Arrival/Departure Record (front and back)

Copy of Fiancée petition approval notice

Certified marriage certificate

Evidence of marriage & co-habitation (photos, copy of car and medical insurance, Costco membership)

Form I-864EZ: Affidavit of Support completed by HUSBAND'S NAME with supporting documents:

- 2006 Federal Tax Return and corresponding W-2’s, 1099’s, and 1098’s

- Letter from employer

- Pay stubs from previous 6 months

- Supplemental letter to Part 4, question 16

- Supplemental letter to Part 5, question 19

- Letter from bank

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an Immigration or Consular officer at a later date.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information.

Sincerely,

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

I almost forgot...and a copy of NOA2

[Jashley820 0]

Hi everyone,

Thanks so much for your help with all of the questions I've asked. I love being a part of a community where everyone understands what my husband and I are going through!

I think I am almost ready to send off my AOS packet ( I am not applying for EAD or AP...taking my chances!). I have copied my cover letter below- can you let me know if I'm missing anything or if I've done anything incorrectly? THANK YOU SO MUCH .

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

Address

Phone Number

April 20, 2006

U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

To Whom It May Concern:

The enclosed package contains an I-485, original Adjustment of Status application based on a K-1 Visa.

Contents Include (see tabs):

Form I-485

Envelope containing 1 cheque for $395.00 ($325.00 for I-485; $70.00 for Biometrics)

Copy of long-form Canadian birth certificate

Copy of K-1 nonimmigrant Visa

Copy of Passport Pages

Two dated Passport-type photos with name & A# written on the back

I-693A Vaccination Supplement in sealed envelope

Form G-325A Biographic Information Sheet

Copy of I-94 Arrival/Departure Record (front and back)

Copy of Fiancée petition approval notice

Certified marriage certificate

Evidence of marriage & co-habitation (photos, copy of car and medical insurance, Costco membership)

Form I-864EZ: Affidavit of Support completed by HUSBAND'S NAME with supporting documents:

- 2006 Federal Tax Return and corresponding W-2’s, 1099’s, and 1098’s

- Letter from employer

- Pay stubs from previous 6 months

- Supplemental letter to Part 4, question 16

- Supplemental letter to Part 5, question 19

- Letter from bank

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an Immigration or Consular officer at a later date.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information.

Sincerely,

My Name

Axxx-xxx-xxx

I almost forgot...and a copy of NOA2

Hey Sheeba,

Yup, got NOA2 in that list (I refer to it by it's name in the I-485 application - Fiancee petition approval notice)

Thanks for the tip though!

Good to know you have been through it all in Cincinnati! It gives me hope!

Question though:

Why did you provide passport photos of BOTH you and your husband? Also, why did you provide G-325A for both of you? Also, your husband's birth certificate?? I don't recall reading requirements for those in the instructions.

Edited April 19, 2007 by Jashley820

[Dr_LHA 3]

Question though:

Why did you provide passport photos of BOTH you and your husband? Also, why did you provide G-325A for both of you? Also, your husband's birth certificate?? I don't recall reading requirements for those in the instructions.

Good question. There's no need to provide G325A for the USC or photos of the USC unless you're submitting a I-130 along with the petition (which as a K-1 you should be unless you didn't get married in the 90 day deadline).

Edited April 20, 2007 by Dr_LHA

[sheeba 0]

Question though:

Why did you provide passport photos of BOTH you and your husband? Also, why did you provide G-325A for both of you? Also, your husband's birth certificate?? I don't recall reading requirements for those in the instructions.

Good question. There's no need to provide G325A for the USC or photos of the USC unless you're submitting a I-130 along with the petition (which as a K-1 you should be unless you didn't get married in the 90 day deadline).

That is what the lawyer has sent with my application....and i didnt have any problem,no rfe...

[Dr_LHA 3]

That is what the lawyer has sent with my application....and i didnt have any problem,no rfe...

They don't usually send RFEs for including too much stuff luckily, its just worth pointing out that the stuff was unneccessary because otherwise someone who is doing the paperwork themselves might read your post and get worried that there are extra forms that they need to fill out.