Using videos as evidence for K1 visa (merged)

[Manny16 5]

Hello everyone 

 

I went to Publix to order a money order for The payment of $535 for the k1 application. They gave me two separate checks, one for $500 and another for $35. The clerk said that the max per money order is $500. My question, is it ok to send the fee in two separate money orders? Is there any stores you're aware of that can do the whole amount on one money order?

 

Thank you

[Manny16 5]

Hello all!

 

I have another question regarding the process for the k1 visa. I'm thinking to send a CD with couple of videos of my fiance and I as an evidence to our in person meeting. The videos will include things like family gatherings, birthday party, trip, etc. it will be like a 1 minute video of each. Has anyone tried doing this before? Do you advise against it? Please let me know your experience regarding this matter. Thank you in advance

[Mimicherie 142]

I believe most money orders have a max of $500. I think 2 payments are okay I haven’t heard of anyone getting rejected for it, but just wait on a few more responses before you go with mine. 

 

Do you have a bank account? Usually your bank is able to give you a personal money order/check in the full amount. That’s how I got mine and it’s also easier to track since you get to see when USCIS actually withdraw the money from your account. 

[Amadia 711]

The consulate will not look at a cd. Send photographs and/or still shots of your time together.

 

According to Method 3 on https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/collect-and-submit-forms-and-documents-to-the-nvc/step-6-submit-documents-to-the-nvc.html

it states: NVC cannot accept documents saved on any form of electronic media, including CDs and memory cards.  If you send any electronic media to NVC, we will return it to you unopened.

[Ontarkie 14,540]

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[Liam2021 587]

Government and cyber security threats, so send any form of electronic media is a big No. Just stick with paper.

[Manny16 5]

Ok so CD is a big no, thanks for letting me know... what if I upload them to Youtube then type a direct link on paper with description and include that paper in my packet? still not a good idea?

[Manny16 5]

14 minutes ago, gsdc23 said:

I believe most money orders have a max of $500. I think 2 payments are okay I haven’t heard of anyone getting rejected for it, but just wait on a few more responses before you go with mine. 

 

Do you have a bank account? Usually your bank is able to give you a personal money order/check in the full amount. That’s how I got mine and it’s also easier to track since you get to see when USCIS actually withdraw the money from your account. 

I do have BOA. so just go there and ask them that I want a money order with that amount? Do you have any idea how much would that cost?

 

Thanks for your input

[Loren Y 2,756]

Depends on bank. Money order is usually 7-10 dollars, Cashier Check is 10-15, sometimes 20. I have a credit union I bank at a little bit and they do cashier checks for free. Depending on your account you might even get them for Free. I used a cashier check for mine.

Edited July 20, 2018 by Loren Y

[Unidentified 2,930]

Everything needs to be in paper forms. They don't want to risk getting viruses plus all your papers will be scanned into a computer. Doubt their system is compatible with videos... 

[Crazy Cat 42,547]

No videos...no youtube links...

20 minutes ago, Manny16 said:

Ok so CD is a big no, thanks for letting me know... what if I upload them to Youtube then type a direct link on paper with description and include that paper in my packet? still not a good idea?

No...absolutely not............don't try to be creative...just provide quality evidence....on paper as requested.

Edited July 20, 2018 by missileman

[Manny16 5]

Ok thank you everyone. I'm not going to do that video idea then.

Any other inputs regarding the two separate money order?

Thanks again

[EmmNM 180]

8 minutes ago, Manny16 said:

Ok thank you everyone. I'm not going to do that video idea then.

Any other inputs regarding the two separate money order?

Thanks again

Just go to the bank and request a cashiers check for the amount. Mine only cost $1. Additionally, I could track when it was cashed. 

 

I also agree with the consensus. They will not allow any videos. But take screen shots and include those. 

Edited July 20, 2018 by EmmNM

[Mimicherie 142]

48 minutes ago, Manny16 said:

I do have BOA. so just go there and ask them that I want a money order with that amount? Do you have any idea how much would that cost?

 

Thanks for your input

Yes. You just ask them for it in that amount.

i have a credit union and they didn’t charge me anything. I believe your bank shouldn’t charge you for a personal check/money order. Call them to ask. 

[Manny16 5]

Thank you everyone. I will check with my bank on Monday. Have a great weekend everyone