NVC Documents required

[LauraC87 3]

Hi

 

I'm just double checking because I don't want a checklist. 

 

NVC sent my husband two emails, one addressed to him and one to me. He is the American Citizen.

 

Both emails contain the same NVC cover sheet and I just want to confirm that the documents they require pertain only to me.

 

I.e I don't have to send my husbands birth certificate and passport page etc...

 

your help is greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks in advance

 

Laura

[kris&me 572]

At this point they are asking for the alien's documents also need criminal report for CR1

 

[LauraC87 3]

Just now, kris&me said:

At this point they are asking for the alien's documents also need criminal report for CR1

 

Thank you.

 

Out of curiosity will I ever need to provide the American citizens documents or is it always just mine.

 

Im applying from England while my husband is in the US.

 

thanks

[Longingfor 195]

31 minutes ago, LauraC87 said:

Thank you.

 

Out of curiosity will I ever need to provide the American citizens documents or is it always just mine.

 

Im applying from England while my husband is in the US.

 

thanks

They want civil documents - marriage certs, birth certs, divorce decree

They want financial documents from the usc spouse - tax stuff, employment letter, aos

They want your police certificate

 

Please send copies. I would suggest certified copies. Have the originals ready as they will be needed for interview.

 

Ensure that your spouse does 2 copies of aos with original signature. 1 for nvc the other for you to take to interview.

 

Hope i was able to assist.

[kris&me 572]

they should already have the USC documents with the application and these have been checked at first stage

why do u say u apply?  the USC is suppose to do application and provide all needed douments even the ones from u

He is to provide the cover letter

BTW mark all documents in upper right hand corner with case #, both names and both DOB's

these document from USC and beneficary need to be sent in 1 mailing / not some from US and some from england

best to u 

be happy

[Pavel1982 104]

4 hours ago, LauraC87 said:

Hi

 

I'm just double checking because I don't want a checklist. 

 

NVC sent my husband two emails, one addressed to him and one to me. He is the American Citizen.

 

Both emails contain the same NVC cover sheet and I just want to confirm that the documents they require pertain only to me.

 

I.e I don't have to send my husbands birth certificate and passport page etc...

 

your help is greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks in advance

 

Laura

Cover Sheet from Welcome Letter

IV Documents (Everything are from Beneficiary)

Bar-coded document cover from payment portal

photocopy of bio data page of beneficiary's passport

Photocopy of beneficiary's birth certificate

Photocopy of marriage certificate

Photocopy of beneficiary's Police Clearance certificate

Affidavit of Support Documents (everything are from Petitioner)

 Bar-coded document cover from payment portal

Original completed, signed and dated I-864 form by petitioner

Last three years tax transcript from IRS

Latest W2

Employment letter (Good proof of current income)

Pay stubs(s) of Petitioner (Good Proof of current income)

 

 

You can send everything in one big envelop and make sure to write case number (Top right) on all documents. Make to sure to send those document to the right address

 

 

Edited October 5, 2017 by mrahman14

[LauraC87 3]

On 10/5/2017 at 2:49 PM, kris&me said:

they should already have the USC documents with the application and these have been checked at first stage

why do u say u apply?  the USC is suppose to do application and provide all needed douments even the ones from u

He is to provide the cover letter

BTW mark all documents in upper right hand corner with case #, both names and both DOB's

these document from USC and beneficary need to be sent in 1 mailing / not some from US and some from england

best to u 

be happy

Thanks for your help and advice.

 

I said I applied because I was just personifying. I realise it's my husband applying as the petitioner for me to move there.

[LauraC87 3]

On 10/5/2017 at 3:38 PM, mrahman14 said:

Cover Sheet from Welcome Letter

IV Documents (Everything are from Beneficiary)

Bar-coded document cover from payment portal

photocopy of bio data page of beneficiary's passport

Photocopy of beneficiary's birth certificate

Photocopy of marriage certificate

Photocopy of beneficiary's Police Clearance certificate

Affidavit of Support Documents (everything are from Petitioner)

 Bar-coded document cover from payment portal

Original completed, signed and dated I-864 form by petitioner

Last three years tax transcript from IRS

Latest W2

Employment letter (Good proof of current income)

Pay stubs(s) of Petitioner (Good Proof of current income)

 

 

You can send everything in one big envelop and make sure to write case number (Top right) on all documents. Make to sure to send those document to the right address

 

 

Thank you for this

On 10/5/2017 at 12:42 PM, Longingfor said:

They want civil documents - marriage certs, birth certs, divorce decree

They want financial documents from the usc spouse - tax stuff, employment letter, aos

They want your police certificate

 

Please send copies. I would suggest certified copies. Have the originals ready as they will be needed for interview.

 

Ensure that your spouse does 2 copies of aos with original signature. 1 for nvc the other for you to take to interview.

 

Hope i was able to assist.

You were able to assist, thank you very much

[Binna 108]

On 10/5/2017 at 9:38 AM, mrahman14 said:

Cover Sheet from Welcome Letter

IV Documents (Everything are from Beneficiary)

Bar-coded document cover from payment portal

photocopy of bio data page of beneficiary's passport

Photocopy of beneficiary's birth certificate

Photocopy of marriage certificate

Photocopy of beneficiary's Police Clearance certificate

Affidavit of Support Documents (everything are from Petitioner)

 Bar-coded document cover from payment portal

Original completed, signed and dated I-864 form by petitioner

Last three years tax transcript from IRS

Latest W2

Employment letter (Good proof of current income)

Pay stubs(s) of Petitioner (Good Proof of current income)

 

 

You can send everything in one big envelop and make sure to write case number (Top right) on all documents. Make to sure to send those document to the right address

 

 

@mrahman14 Please could you confirm on the last 3 years tax transcript from IRS, where did you see that information on number of years? I am looking at the immigrant visa process on https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/documents/Step_4_Collect_Financial_Documents.html - Step 4: Collect Financial Documents: If you completed Form I-864, I-864A, or I-864EZ submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year. 

 

Is this just per your personal opinion or it is actually official that you must get last 3 years tax transcript? I am just seeking for knowledge here please don't take it the wrong way, thank you.

[Pavel1982 104]

40 minutes ago, Binna Binna said:

@mrahman14 Please could you confirm on the last 3 years tax transcript from IRS, where did you see that information on number of years? I am looking at the immigrant visa process on https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/documents/Step_4_Collect_Financial_Documents.html - Step 4: Collect Financial Documents: If you completed Form I-864, I-864A, or I-864EZ submit an IRS tax transcript from the most recent tax year. 

 

Is this just per your personal opinion or it is actually official that you must get last 3 years tax transcript? I am just seeking for knowledge here please don't take it the wrong way, thank you.

it refers to 18(b) on I-864. Although it is optional but it is good to submit those. I know, in several occasion, visa office looked into last 3 years tax transcript during interview. It is better to be safe than sorry since it is easy to download those from IRS website

[Binna 108]

2 minutes ago, mrahman14 said:

it refers to 18(b) on I-864. Although it is optional but it is good to submit those. I know, in several occasion, visa office looked into last 3 years tax transcript during interview. It is better to be safe than sorry since it is easy to download those from IRS website

I completely agree with you and I will definitely do last 3 years. Thanks very much.

[Michael2017 368]

If it is favorable for you, add 3 years, if not favorable, 1 year is ok. Visa officer may request them during interview, so, if you have not submitted them to NVC you should bring them as plan B to the interview as they may ask for it at that point.

[Michael2017 368]

I also have other questions regarding checklist:

 

1.  There has been the requirements for photographs in the past, now not anymore.

Is it advice able to still add photographs to the NVC package?

 

2. You mentioned above, it is better to include a "certified copy". 

What is a certified copy? I make a photocopy of the document and who should "certify" it? A notary? 

[Binna 108]

12 hours ago, Michael2017 said:

I also have other questions regarding checklist:

 

1.  There has been the requirements for photographs in the past, now not anymore.

Is it advice able to still add photographs to the NVC package?

 

2. You mentioned above, it is better to include a "certified copy". 

What is a certified copy? I make a photocopy of the document and who should "certify" it? A notary? 

1. If you are referring to passport size photographs, I will say yes include 2 passport size photos (just in case). No harm in doing it even if it is not stated in your document cover sheet.

2. The certified copy thing is for most cases is not a requirement, it is simply a choice. Meaning if you are able to obtain certified copies of each of your civil documents then do so and use them.

 

A certified copy is a copy (often a photocopy) of the original document, that has on it an endorsement or certificate or seal by the appropriate authority (usually the authority that issued the original) stating that it is a true copy of the original document.

 

NVC simply wants you to gather the documents that apply to you using the information below:
- Send a photocopy of all required civil documents to NVC.
- Bring the original documents (or certified copies) plus a photocopy to your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

 

However, there are country-specific guidelines on how to obtain acceptable documents as it relates to your country. Use the Document Finder above tool from NVC website - https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/fees/reciprocity-by-country.html 

It will help you with understanding some specifics requirement for civil documents for your country.

 

Additional see extract from the NVC website (Step 5: Collect Supporting Documents) - https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/documents/Supporting_documents.html

 

"All documents not written in English, or in the official language of the country in which you are applying for a visa, must be accompanied by certified translations. The translation must include a statement signed by the translator stating that:

The translation is accurate, and
The translator is competent to translate."

 

Hope this helps.