South African K1 Visa applicants

[geowrian 22,337]

5 hours ago, KyleB22 said:

Thanks so much for the info, so if I supply the typed out I-134 and scanned copy of my sponsors signature then I should be fine for the interview?

Unless packet 3/4 instructions say otherwise, it should be fine.

[Liez 0]

On 6/23/2019 at 3:57 PM, Hunter & Robyn said:

Thank you! 

 

She asked for the i-134 Affidavit of Support and then when I gave the tax returns, she said, "No, I actually need the tax transcripts." I'm not sure why they say tax returns on the Packet 3 then? She also asked for Letter from Employer, etc. 

 

Your fiancé can get tax transcripts either online or mailed. Here's the link - https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

 

Hope this helps! Just be over-prepared so you minimize the chances of needing to send in more evidence after the interview. 

Was this a problem when you only brought the tax returns and not tax transcripts? Did you have the proof of employment at the interview? 

[Jesse Q 0]

Hello,

 

Has anyone recently had issues scheduling the K1 interview on the provided SA DOS Visa application services website with a repeated statement "No appointments available, check back in a few days and the Consular section will open up more appointments"? When you call their number they will tell you the same thing. Calling the consulate directly only yields an automated reply.

 

How long has people waited for prior to a date becoming available? Should we expect a matter of days vs weeks before something shows up? My fiance's (who's in PE) petition expires in the second half of August, and its been repeatedly said no dates available.

 

Thanks!

[KyleB22 31]

1 minute ago, Jesse Q said:

Hello,

 

Has anyone recently had issues scheduling the K1 interview on the provided SA DOS Visa application services website with a repeated statement "No appointments available, check back in a few days and the Consular section will open up more appointments"? When you call their number they will tell you the same thing. Calling the consulate directly only yields an automated reply.

 

How long has people waited for prior to a date becoming available? Should we expect a matter of days vs weeks before something shows up? My fiance's (who's in PE) petition expires in the second half of August, and its been repeatedly said no dates available.

 

Thanks!

Yes, myself and another member are awaiting K-1 interview dates are waiting for them to open up dates. I tried calling the immigrant call center but they always tel you to keep checking the site, I’m waiting 2 weeks now and the other member is waiting a month now. 

 

I created a new topic on this specific issue 

 

[KyleB22 31]

22 minutes ago, KyleB22 said:

Yes, myself and another member are awaiting K-1 interview dates are waiting for them to open up dates. I tried calling the immigrant call center but they always tel you to keep checking the site, I’m waiting 2 weeks now and the other member is waiting a month now. 

 

I created a new topic on this specific issue 

 

Apologies for the bad grammar and English there, I was preoccupied whilst writing that, serves me right for not focusing... However  I did try calling them multiple times, you can call the consulate appointment call center for the JHB Immigrant unit, but they can only help you as much as the website does, no dates on the website means they wont have dates either... As frustrating as it is, it's simply hurry up and wait 

[KyleB22 31]

Dates are up on the website!!! Just scheduled an appointment for the 24th of July 

[Jesse Q 0]

4 hours ago, KyleB22 said:

Dates are up on the website!!! Just scheduled an appointment for the 24th of July 

Thanks 😀 shame my fiance beat me to it, I just woke up its 6:30am here 😉 I'm sorry that you had to wait 2 weeks and the other guy 1 month (can you please let him know too?) But glad you're finally able to make an appt! My fiance Pam is going on the 24th so perhaps you might meet her there too 😀

 

FYI (after reading your previous post) I also emailed the consulate directly om Monday explaining that I am continually not able see appointments to please provide additional assistance. They actually seemed very helpful and replied back just now stating that they opened up more appointments. God is good 🙏

 

 

 

[KyleB22 31]

2 minutes ago, Jesse Q said:

Thanks 😀 shame my fiance beat me to it, I just woke up its 6:30am here 😉 I'm sorry that you had to wait 2 weeks and the other guy 1 month (can you please let him know too?) But glad you're finally able to make an appt! My fiance Pam is going on the 24th so perhaps you might meet her there too 😀

 

FYI (after reading your previous post) I also emailed the consulate directly om Monday explaining that I am continually not able see appointments to please provide additional assistance. They actually seemed very helpful and replied back just now stating that they opened up more appointments. God is good 🙏

 

 

 

Awesome stuff! I will look out for her, what time? 1pm? My Fiance was just as elated as I was! finally one step closer and I'm exceptionally excited! I'm all ready and waiting patiently for the 24th! 

 

All the best going ahead for the rest of the process!! 

[Jesse Q 0]

2 minutes ago, KyleB22 said:

Awesome stuff! I will look out for her, what time? 1pm? My Fiance was just as elated as I was! finally one step closer and I'm exceptionally excited! I'm all ready and waiting patiently for the 24th! 

 

All the best going ahead for the rest of the process!! 

Yes, it is 1300 on 7/24, as well. Your name is Kyle right lol? Obvious but I want to ask to be sure haha.

 

Congrats on getting this far as well and best of luck with the process 😀🙏

[Michael Lombardi 9]

Question with the Do Not Open packet: Everywhere I can find says that it is supposed to be given once you get into the US, but I thought I read somewhere that said that South Africa works differently and you hand it in while in South Africa immediately before your flight. Can anyone clarify this? Thanks!

[SusieQQQ 11,586]

3 hours ago, Michael Lombardi said:

Question with the Do Not Open packet: Everywhere I can find says that it is supposed to be given once you get into the US, but I thought I read somewhere that said that South Africa works differently and you hand it in while in South Africa immediately before your flight. Can anyone clarify this? Thanks!

No, you only hand it to the CBP Officer processing you for entry. There are some airports (like Dublin and Abu Dhabi) where you go through US immigration before you board the plane and not at the other end, but that doesn’t happen in SA.

[Michael Lombardi 9]

3 hours ago, SusieQQQ said:

No, you only hand it to the CBP Officer processing you for entry. There are some airports (like Dublin and Abu Dhabi) where you go through US immigration before you board the plane and not at the other end, but that doesn’t happen in SA.

Thanks!

[lau--lau 4]

Hi there guys 

Hope all is well. 

I’m busy getting ready to apply for adjustment of status. 

With regards to the affidavit of support , my husband earns enough , but Only started work about 1 and a half years ago so he doesn’t have the 3 years worth of tax returns that’s needed .  So I was wondering if we would be allowed to use a joint sponsor as back up just in case, or can a joint sponsor only be used when the petionor doesn’t meet the income requirements ? 

[Joey.C 41]

 

[KyleB22 31]

I would just like to find out from anyone who might know, for my interview, my fiancé and her parents do really get pay stubs? But I have bank statements records of deposits and employment letters etc, would that be any issue if I can provide the last 3 months pay stubs?