FEBRUARY 2019 K-1 NOA2 ----> NVC

[Greenbaum 12,259]

1 hour ago, Sohamahmoud91 said:

Is it abnormal that my case status still says ready and in the explanation it says ready to schedule interview? But we already had our interview and were approved we’re  just waiting to receive the passport back with the visa which we were told could take 2 weeks. I’m concerned that our status has not changed to AP or issued or anything else 

Contact the embassy and follow up.

[MarinaMT 9]

3 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

The way I understand is if your case went from one embassy to another then your case number would remain the same but if the case was rerouted back to NVC they created another embassy number under the interviewing embassy. This gets tricky but you will pay under the old case number and tie that number to your profile. Then the new embassy will use your old case number. That's my understanding but I am not 100% sure as I only know the procedure to "get" the case to the new embassy.  So I think it is best to try and call the embassy or post your question in the https://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/6-us-embassy-and-consulate-discussion/ thread. Please return here and let us know what the outcome is and what you did to resolve it. Best to you.

I emailed both Embassies and their reply was that my case number has remained the same. 
For some reason I could not make the payment with it and the Naples Consulate had to allow it manually. All good now. Interview scheduled for the 15th, the earliest date available. 
Overall this process has been delayed exactly one month. 

[emeline29 167]

Status changed to Non Immigrant - Administrative Processing! Hopefully issued soon! 😁

[Joyoussinger 1,425]

1 hour ago, emeline29 said:

Status changed to Non Immigrant - Administrative Processing! Hopefully issued soon! 😁

These little milestones are exciting, aren't they!

[emeline29 167]

28 minutes ago, Joyoussinger said:

These little milestones are exciting, aren't they!

They are! After months of sitting around waiting for NOA2, it’s amazing how quickly things happen now. 

[emeline29 167]

Issued! 

[Joyoussinger 1,425]

1 hour ago, emeline29 said:

Issued! 

It's gonna be in your hands so soon!

[emeline29 167]

Visa on hand! Amazed at how fast that happened. Now to wait until June until I can fly to the US 🙂

[andreaam 514]

Hey guys! Just wanted to tell to everyone to make sure to make your birth certificate or divorce decree internationally valid.

I don't know if this is mandatory for every country, please is someone knows better correct me.

I'm about to leave Argentina and I asked about the paperwork needed  for AOS. I was told that in my case my Birth Certificate needs to be apostilled and oficially translated. I'm sure there are different ways to do it in every country.

I just wrote this down and wanted to tell you because is something I wasn't thinking on doing and now I realized is something important to do before leaving. It will take more time, money and effort to do it if I'm in the states. 

I hope it helps!

Best wishes to everyone in their journeys!

Edited May 5, 2019 by andreaam

[Greenbaum 12,259]

25 minutes ago, andreaam said:

Hey guys! Just wanted to tell to everyone to make sure to make your birth certificate or divorce decree internationally valid.

I don't know if this is mandatory for every country, please is someone knows better correct me.

I'm about to leave Argentina and I asked about the paperwork needed  for AOS. I was told that in my case my Birth Certificate needs to be apostilled and oficially translated. I'm sure there are different ways to do it in every country.

I just wrote this down and wanted to tell you because is something I wasn't thinking on doing and now I realized is something important to do before leaving. It will take more time, money and effort to do it if I'm in the states. 

I hope it helps!

Best wishes to everyone in their journeys!

Argentina is one embassy that requires apostilled and translated BC and I know of no others. Did you have a BC translated and apostilled for your interview?

 

Your BC will need to be translated for AOS but there is no need to have it apostilled.

[andreaam 514]

3 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Argentina is one embassy that requires apostilled and translated BC and I know of no others. Did you have a BC translated and apostilled for your interview?

 

Your BC will need to be translated for AOS but there is no need to have it apostilled.

No need to have BC translated and apostilled for the Interview. I specially emailed the embassy asking if it was required for the interview and they told me it wasn't neccesary but it was going to be for AOS. That's why I wrote the post so people can maybe ask if their BC works or if they have to do another stuff to make it valid.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

4 minutes ago, andreaam said:

No need to have BC translated and apostilled for the Interview. I specially emailed the embassy asking if it was required for the interview and they told me it wasn't neccesary but it was going to be for AOS. That's why I wrote the post so people can maybe ask if their BC works or if they have to do another stuff to make it valid.

I was told by another VJ'r from Argentina that it was required. Don't know who is right and who is wrong. I hate to give out bad information and hate to receive that I made a mistake. Mmmmm.

[andreaam 514]

Just now, Greenbaum said:

I was told by another VJ'r from Argentina that it was required. Don't know who is right and who is wrong. I hate to give out bad information and hate to receive that I made a mistake. Mmmmm.

Don't worry. I just found out about the apostilled of the BC for AOS this week. And my K1 was approved without having my BC apostilled or translated. I can send you through private message the email

[andreaam 514]

I’m going to share an email from the Argentina Embassy when I asked about apostilled BC. Hope this can help someone. In my case (since I’m still in my home country after the K1 approval) is making documents internationally valid in an easier and cheaper way than if I was in the States. 

Here it is the exact quote from the email

 

“All documents not in English or Spanish must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Translations done in the US must be certified by a competent translator and sworn to before a Notary Public. In Argentina, it must be done by a Sworn English Translator registered at the School of Translators, and the translation must be notarized by the School of Translators.

Regarding your questions, if your Birth Certificate or another legal document is in Spanish, it doesn't need to be translated or notarized for Packet 3 or the Interview. However, it will be needed for you Adjustment of Status once you are married in the US"

 

if you have a different information from another embassy, I suggest to share it so we can help eachother. If you don’t know how this works in your embassy I highly recommend to email or call them or ask them in the interview so you can prepare yourself before leaving. 

 

Good luck to everyone!

[osally1 41]

 

AMERICAN EMBASSY 

CONSULAR SECTION

P.O. BOX 24536

NICOSIA 1385, CYPRUS
 TEL: 357 22 393939

                                                                                                                     FAX: 357 22 266640

E-MAIL: consularnicosia@state.gov

 

 

 

VISA INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIANCE(E) NONIMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION

 

This office has received a petition entitling you to “K-1” (K-2 Children) nonimmigrant visa classification as an alien proceeding to the United States to marry an American citizen.  To prepare for your interview appointment with a consular officer, please read and follow carefully the instructions below.

 

FIRST: Each applicant applying for the K-1 visa must complete electronically the DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application at https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/ thisoffice cannot process your case if the DS-160 is not fully complete.

 

SECOND: Obtain the documents listed below which pertain to you.  The original or government certified true copies of each document must be furnished for each applicant regardless of age.  If you wish to have the originals of your documents returned, you must also submit one photocopy of each original document.  All documents not in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. 

 

THIRD: As soon as you have completed the DS-160 application form and obtained the required documents you must contact the office in the north to schedule an appointment. 

Tel: 0090 392 22 73930 - Address: 6, Sherif Arzik Street, Koskluciftlik, Lefkosa.

 

LIST OF DOCUMENTS:

 

( ) PASSPORT: A passport must be valid for travel to the United States and must have at least six months validity beyond the issuance date of the visa.  Children may be included in a parent’s passport, but, if over the age of 12, they must have their own passport. 

 

( ) BIRTH CERTIFICATES: A birth certificate of each person named in the application is required.  Birth records must be presented for all unmarried children under age 21, even if they are not applying for a visa at this time.  The certificate must state the date and place of birth and names of both parents.

 

( ) STATEMENT FREE TO MARRY: A written signed statement from both Petitioner and Beneficiary that you are free to marry within 90 days after arrival in the U.S.A.

 

( ) UNOBTAINABLE BIRTH CERTIFICATES: If an official birth certificate is not obtainable, present the best possible secondary evidence, such as baptismal certificate, hospital certificate, school records, and/or a notarized affidavit from your parents. 

 

( ) POLICE CERTIFICATE: Each applicant aged 16 years andover is required to submit a police certificate from the police authorities of each locality where the applicant has resided six months or more since attaining the age of sixteen.  A police certificate must also be from the police authorities of any place where the applicant has been arrested for any reason, regardless of the length of residence.  Police certificates from certain countries are considered unobtainable.  The consular office will advise you about any particular country. 

Police certificates from certain countries are unavailable. More specific information available online at https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/fees/reciprocity-by-country.html

 

( ) COURT AND PRISON RECORDS: Persons convicted of a crime must obtain a court record and any prison record, regardless that they may have benefited from an amnesty or pardon.

 

( ) MILITARY RECORDS: Applicants who has served the military service must obtain a complete record of the service and conduct.  The record must show any convictions of crime before military tribunals.  More specific information available online athttps://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/fees/reciprocity-by-country.html

 

( ) PHOTOGRAPHS: Two (2) color photographs are required, taken within the last six months.  The photographs must measure 5 by 5 cm (2 by 2 inches), in color against a plain white background without borders, printed on normal photographic paper, full frontal face (no hat, sunglasses, scarves, etc.).  

 

( ) MARRIAGE, DIVORCE and DEATH CERTIFICATE: If you were married previously, obtain your marriage certificate(s), and divorce decree(s) or death certificate to prove the dissolution of each such prior marriage.

 

( ) EVIDENCE OF SUPPORT: Evidence which will show that you and your children, if any, are not likely to become public charges in the United States.  The enclosed information sheet 

OF-167, lists evidence, which may be presented to meet this requirement of law. An original 

signed notarized Affidavit of Support, Form I-134 https://www.uscis.gov/i-134 should be used. 

 

( ) MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Arrange for a medical examination with one of our designated panel physician (see below).  You are responsible for the cost of the examination.  A medical examination is also required for each child who will accompany you.

 

( ) EVIDENCE OF RELATIONSHIP: You will be asked to submit proof of a valid fiancé(e) relationship with your petitioner.  It is therefore, useful to bring with you evidence of your engagement, letters/e-mails, phone bills, old and current photographs.

 

( ) FEE: Receipt that the fee was paid at the National Visa Center (NVC).  If the fee was not paid through the NVC, the K-1 visa fee of US$265 must be paid in cash for each applicant at the time you submit the DS-160 application form and documents to the office in the north. 

 

 

FORMS: 

1. DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application for K Visa applications (One copy for each applicant). Do not forget to print the DS-160 Confirmation page.

2. Form OF-167 - Public Charge Evidence

3. Form I-134 - Affidavit of Support http://www.uscis.gov/i-134

4. Medical Examination Instructions https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/iv-dv-supplemental/NCS_Nicosia.pdf

 

 

NOTE: Read carefully the Rights and Protections for Foreign-Citizen Fiancé(e)s and Spouses of 

U.S. Citizens and Spouses of Lawful Permanent Residents -International Marriage Broker Regulation Act (IMBRA) requirement at http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/english/general/IMBRA.html

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STATEMENT

 

 

I have in my possession and am prepared to present all of the listed documents, which apply to my case.  I fully realize that no assurance can be given whether a fiancé(e) visa will be issued to me, until after I am interviewed by a consular officer.  At the time of my scheduled interview, I intend to apply: (Check appropriate box)

 

 

( ) Alone

 

( ) Together with the following children: (print names of each child who will accompany you)

    

______________________________________________________________________

 

______________________________________________________________________

 

______________________________________________________________________

 

 

Date: _________________________________________________________________

 

Case Number (if available): _______________________________________________

 

Signature (of applicant):_________________________________________________

 

Print Name (of applicant): ________________________________________________

 

Current Address: ________________________________________________________

                          ______________________________________________________________________

       ______________________________________________________________________

 

Telephone: ____________________________________________________________

 

Fax: __________________________________________________________________

 

Email: ________________________________________________________________

This office will notify you via e-mail of your interview date.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPONSOR’S FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

UNDER THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT

 

IMPORTANT: This document must be read and signed by person’s wishing to submit an Affidavit of Support on behalf of an alien applying for a visa. A signed copy of this document must be attached to any Affidavit of Support submitted on behalf of an applicant.

 

The Social Security Act, as amended, establishes certain requirements for determining the eligibility of aliens for Supplementary Security Income (SSI) and Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) benefits. The Food Stamp Act, as amended, contains similar provisions. These amendments require that the income and resources of any person (and that person’s spouse) who executes an Affidavit of Support or similar agreement on behalf of an immigrant alien be deemed to be the income and resources of the alien under formulas for determining eligibility for SSI, AFDC; and Food Stamp benefits during the three years following the alien’s entry into the United States.

 

The eligibility of alien’s for SSI, AFDC, and Food Stamp benefits will be contingent upon their obtaining the cooperation of their sponsors in providing the necessary information and evidence to enable the Social Security Administration and/or State Welfare Agencies to carry out these provisions. An alien applying for SSI, AFDC, or Food Stamp benefits must make available to the Social Security Administration and/or State Welfare Agencies documentation concerning his or her income or resources of those of his or her sponsors, including information which he or she provided in support of his or her application for an immigrant visa or adjustment of status. The Secretary of Health and Human Services and /or State Welfare Agencies are authorized to obtain copies of any such documentation from other agencies.

 

The Social Security Act and the Food Stamp Act also provide that an alien and his or her sponsor shall be jointly and severally liable to repay any SSI, AFDC, and Food Stamp benefits which are incorrectly paid because of misinformation provided by the sponsor or because of the sponsor’s failure to provide information. Also, any incorrect payments of SSI and AFDC benefits, which are not repaid, will be withheld from any subsequent payments for which the alien or sponsors are otherwise eligible under the Social Security Act.

 

These provisions do not apply to aliens admitted as refugees or granted political asylum by the Attorney General. They also will not apply to the SSI eligibility of aliens who become blind or disabled after entry into the United States. The AFDC provisions do not apply to aliens who are dependent children of the sponsor or sponsor’s spouse.

 

I/we, ___________________________________, residing at___________________________

                           (Name(s))                                                            (Street and number)

 

____________________________________________, acknowledge that I have read the 

                     (City)                               (State)

above and am aware of my responsibilities as an immigrant sponsor under the Social Security Act as amended, and the Food Stamp Act, as amended. This statement is submitted on behalf of the following persons.

 

______________________  _____  _____  _______________  ___________ _____________

    Name                               Sex     Age     Country of               Married/          Relationship to

                                                                      Birth                        Single            Sponsor

 

______________________  _____  _____  _______________  ___________ _____________

    Name                                Sex     Age      Country of               Married/          Relationship to

                                                                      Birth                        Single             Sponsor

 

 

Form OF-167

 

EVIDENCE WHICH MAY BE PRESENTED TO MEET 

THE PUBLIC CHARGE PROVISIONS OF THE LAW

 

GENERAL

The Immigration and Nationality Act requires an applicant for a visa to establish to the satisfaction of the consular officer at the time of application for a visa, and also to the satisfaction of the Unites States Immigration official at the time of application for admission to the United States, that he or she is not likely at any time to become a public charge. 

 

An applicant for a fiancé(e) visa may generally satisfy the requirement of the law by the presentation of documentary evidence establishing that: 

 

1. The applicant has, or will have, in the United States personal funds sufficient to provide support for the applicant and dependent family members, or sufficient to provide support until suitable employment is located. 

2. The applicant has arranged employment in the United States that will provide an adequate income for the applicant and dependent family members;

3. Relatives or friends in the United States will assure the applicant’s support; or 

4. A combination of the above circumstances exists. 

 

APPLICANT’S OWN FUNDS

An applicant who expects to be able to meet the public charge provisions of the law through personal financial resources may submit to the consular officer evidence of funds or income from one or more of the following sources: 

 

1. Bank statement showing present balance of applicant’s account, date account was opened, the number and amount of deposits and withdrawals during the past 12 months, and the average balance during the year. If there have been recent unusually large deposits, an explanation thereof should be given; 

2. Proof of ownership of property or real estate, in the form of a title deed or the equivalent, and a letter from a lawyer, banker or responsible real estate agent showing its present valuation (any mortgages or loans against the property must be stated); 

3. Letter or letters verifying ownership of stocks and bonds, with present market value or expected earning indicated;

4. Statement from insurance company showing policies held and present case surrender value; 

5. Proof of income from business investments or other sources. 

 

If the financial resources are derived from a source outside the United States, a statement as to how the funds or income are to be transferred to the U.S. must be provided.

 

EMPLOYMENT

An applicant relying on an offer of prearranged employment to meet the public charge provisions of the law should have the prospective employer submit a notarized letter of employment on the letterhead stationery of the employing business.  The letter should: 

 

1. Contain a definite offer of employment;

2. Give a description of the job offered to the alien and an explanation of skills which qualify the alien for the position;

3. State the rate of compensation to be paid and, if pertinent, additional information detailing other benefits to be included in lieu of cash payment;

4. Specify the location, type, and duration (whether seasonal, temporary, or indefinite) of the employment offered; and

5. State whether the employment will be immediately available upon the applicant’s arrival in the United States.

 

AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

Persons in the United States who desire to furnish sponsorship for a visa applicant in the form of an Affidavit of Support should use Form I-134. Affidavit of Support is available from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).  Sponsors may also elect to furnish a statement in the form of an affidavit sworn to before a notary public or other official competent to administer an oath, setting forth his or her willingness and financial ability to contribute to the applicant’s support and reasons, in detail, for sponsoring the applicant. 

 

The sponsor’s affidavit should include:

1. Information regarding his or her annual income;

2. Where material, information regarding his or her other resources;

3. Obligations for the support of members of his or her own family and other persons, if any; 

4. Other obligations and expenses;

5. Plans and arrangements made for the applicant’s reception and support;

6. An expression of willingness to deposit a bond, if necessary, with the USCIS to guarantee that the applicant will not become a public charge in the United States; and

7. An acknowledgment that the sponsor is aware of his or her responsibilities under the Social Security Act, as amended, and the Food Stamp Act, as amended; that the affidavit will be binding upon the sponsor for three (3) years after entry of the names persons; and that the affidavit and supporting documentation may be made available to the public assistance agency.  (The provisions of the above laws are contained in form DS-1858, Sponsor’s Financial Responsibility Under the Social Security Act, and printed in Part III of the instructions for Form I-134.)

 

The sponsor should include in the affidavit a statement concerning his or her status in the United States.  If the sponsor is an American citizen the affidavit should include a statement about how United States citizenship was acquired.  If naturalized, the affidavit should indicate the date of naturalization, the name and location of the court, and the number of the sponsor’s certificate of naturalization.  If the sponsor is an alien who has been lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence, he or she should state in the affidavit the date and place of admission for permanent residence and the alien registration number which appears on his or her Alien Registration Receipt Card. 

 

To substantiate the information regarding income and resources the sponsor should attach two or more of the following items to the affidavit:

1. Notarized copies of his or her latest federal income tax return;

2. A statement from his or her employer showing salary and the length and permanency of employment;

3. A statement from an officer of a bank regarding his or her account, the date the account was opened, and the present balance; 

4. Any other evidence adequate to establish financial ability to carry out his or her undertaking toward the applicant for what might be an indefinite period of time. 

 

If the sponsor is well established in business, he or she may submit a rating from a recognized business rating organization in lieu of the foregoing.  If the sponsor is married, both husband and wife should sign the affidavit jointly.  Affidavits of Support should be of recent date when presented to the consular officer.  They are unacceptable if more than one year has elapsed from the date of execution.  A sponsor may prefer to forward his or her affidavit of support directly to the consular office where the visa application will be made, in which event the contents will not be divulged to the applicant.

 

Note: An applicant who expects to meet the public charge provisions of the law through the presentation of an Affidavit of Support is encouraged to forward this information sheet to his or her sponsor so as to assist the sponsor in preparing an affidavit. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IMMIGRANT VISA MEDICAL EXAM

 

Before coming to this office on your appointment date it is necessary that you undergo a medical examination.  Each visa applicant requires a medical examination.  Two working days usually are required to obtain the results of these examinations. For your medical examination you should contact the clinic of one of the following doctors:

 

Please do NOT make appointments with more than one doctor, as this may lead to a delay in processing your case.

 

Dr. Janet BUCK-STYLIANAKI   

M.B., Ch. B. (L'pool), F.R.C.P. (Lond.)   

Office 102, Demitas Tower,   

14, Michalakopoulou Street (Off Kennedy Ave.), 

1075 Nicosia, Cyprus

 

Office tel: 357-22-460828

Office fax:  357-22-460843

E-mail: Styjan01@gmail.com

 

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Dr. Lakis C. ANASTASSIADES

MD, FACP, FESC, FACC

Cardiovascular Diagnostic Centre

Corner 22, Kennedy Ave. & 1, Thassos Street,

Nicosia 1087, Cyprus

 

Office tel:  357-22-760948

Office fax:  357-22-760087

E mail: lanastassiades@cytanet.com.cy
E-mail: lakisanastassiades@gmail.com 
E-mail: cdccyprus@cytanet.com.cy

 

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THE NORTH OF CYPRUS

 

Dr. Sibel SIBER

3, Nurullah Atac Street

Koskluciftlik, 

Nicosia, Cyprus

 

Office tel:  392-227-8983

E-mail:  sibelsiber@kibris.net

E-mail:  sibel.siber1@gmail.com

 

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When you report for your medical examination you will be asked to submit your valid passport, all vaccination records and four recent photographs 2 by 2 inches.