CR-1 Sponsor Query

[JFH 12,191]

So you basically have two choices, depending on your priorities. You can continue with DCF, nice and fast (and slightly cheaper because there is no AOS fee) but you would need a joint sponsor as you will not be in your job quickly enough to be over the threshold for this timescale. 

 

Or you delay things and take it slowly and wait until you are settled in your job and then you won’t need a joint sponsor. 

Edited July 7, 2019 by JFH

[Wuozopo 4,293]

DCF is the best deal. Here's where you start. https://uk.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/government-agencies/dhs/uscis/i130filing-html/?_ga=2.240421763.1884698398.1562442376-1641113824.1489155735

[Ryan H 3,834]

Moved from Progress Reports to Process & Procedures.

[US-UK 32]

Apologies if this has already been suggested (or is a generally dumb suggestion from someone who knows the employment GC process better than family), but cant one qualify on assets rather than current US sourced income, avoiding the need for a joint sponsor? 

[AM_Weller 1]

Thank you for all the help and information 😁

 

Do I still have to complete I-130 form or just the DS-260? 

[Wuozopo 4,293]

2 hours ago, am_rodriguez said:

Thank you for all the help and information 😁

 

Do I still have to complete I-130 form or just the DS-260? 

A marriage based immigrant visa process requires an I-130 petition first to make sure the American qualifies to bring a spouse to the US.  If you are going to file DCF through the USCIS office in London, I provided you a link in this thread about four posts up (posted Saturday). That link takes you to all the information and a checklist of what you need to do to get started with filing the petition to the London USCIS.

 

Once the American's I-130 petition is approved, then it all goes to the US consulate/embassy. That is where the British spouse applies for the visa (DS-260), has a medical exam, and interviews for visa approval.

 

 

[AM_Weller 1]

1 minute ago, Wuozopo said:

A marriage based immigrant visa process requires an I-130 petition first to make sure the American qualifies to bring a spouse to the US.  If you are going to file DCF through the USCIS office in London, I provided you a link in this thread about four posts up (posted Saturday). That link takes you to all the information and a checklist of what you need to do to get started with filing the petition to the London USCIS.

 

Once the American's I-130 petition is approved, then it all goes to the US consulate/embassy. That is where the British spouse applies for the visa (DS-260), has a medical exam, and interviews for visa approval.

 

 

Yes, I saw that. There was no mention of the I-130 so I had to be sure. Thank you again for the information 😊

[HRQX 4,145]

Just now, am_rodriguez said:

Yes, I saw that. There was no mention of the I-130 so I had to be sure.

When will the marriage in the UK be?

[AM_Weller 1]

1 minute ago, HRQX said:

When will the marriage in the UK be?

In a couple months. Why? 

 

1 minute ago, HRQX said:

When will the marriage in the UK be?

 

[Wuozopo 4,293]

3 hours ago, US-UK said:

Apologies if this has already been suggested (or is a generally dumb suggestion from someone who knows the employment GC process better than family), but cant one qualify on assets rather than current US sourced income, avoiding the need for a joint sponsor? 

Yes assets can be used.  For a husband/wife, household of two, it would be about $64,000 minimum in assets that could be easily liquidated in lieu of the American spouse having a job.

 

[Wuozopo 4,293]

6 minutes ago, am_rodriguez said:

Yes, I saw that. There was no mention of the I-130 so I had to be sure. Thank you again for the information 😊

No mention of it. How did you miss this on the page?

Forms and I-130 Related Information

• Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative at USCIS.gov : this page contains information about the Form I-130, including a checklist of required initial evidence (for informational purposes only).
• Form I-130 at USCIS.gov ( PDF/12 pages.  This form expires 02/28/2021).
• Form I-130A (PDF, 6 pages).
  NOTE: Although the expiration date of the Form I-130A is 07/31/2018, please continue to use this version of the form until it is replaced.
• I-130 Instructions (PDF, 12 pages):  These instructions provide useful information on who may file Form I-130, how to fill out Form I-130, what documents the petitioner may submit to show evidence of being a U.S. citizen, what documents are needed to prove family relationship, and processing information.
• Form G-1145 – E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance (PDF, 1 page).  Although instructions on the form relate to Lockbox filing, please use this form to advise the London Field Office of your email address so that we can properly notify you of your filing of the I-130.
• USCIS Form G-1450: Authorization for Credit Card Transactions (via USCIS.gov).

Filing and Other Special Instructions

[AM_Weller 1]

1 minute ago, Wuozopo said:

No mention of it. How did you miss this on the page?

Forms and I-130 Related Information

• Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative at USCIS.gov : this page contains information about the Form I-130, including a checklist of required initial evidence (for informational purposes only).
• Form I-130 at USCIS.gov ( PDF/12 pages.  This form expires 02/28/2021).
• Form I-130A (PDF, 6 pages).
  NOTE: Although the expiration date of the Form I-130A is 07/31/2018, please continue to use this version of the form until it is replaced.
• I-130 Instructions (PDF, 12 pages):  These instructions provide useful information on who may file Form I-130, how to fill out Form I-130, what documents the petitioner may submit to show evidence of being a U.S. citizen, what documents are needed to prove family relationship, and processing information.
• Form G-1145 – E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance (PDF, 1 page).  Although instructions on the form relate to Lockbox filing, please use this form to advise the London Field Office of your email address so that we can properly notify you of your filing of the I-130.
• USCIS Form G-1450: Authorization for Credit Card Transactions (via USCIS.gov).

Filing and Other Special Instructions

😂😂😂 Oh sorry, I didn't see that! I was thinking of another list. I'm sorry 😕

[HRQX 4,145]

9 minutes ago, am_rodriguez said:

In a couple months. Why?

Since a UK marriage needs 29 days notice there are quicker alternatives:

• Gibraltar: http://www.visitgibraltar.gi/getting-married
• Iceland: https://guidetoiceland.is/history-culture/getting-married-in-iceland
• Denmark: https://familieretshuset.dk/en/your-life-situation/your-life-situation/international-marriages/if-you-wish-to-get-married-in-denmark
• Las Vegas: https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/658852-tourist-visa-us-marriage-return-home-apply-for-cr1/

[Wuozopo 4,293]

1 minute ago, am_rodriguez said:

😂😂😂 Oh sorry, I didn't see that! I was thinking of another list. I'm sorry 😕

 

This is your bible for how to start DCF IN London. Bookmark it. No other list or forum is going to spell it out in detail like the place where you will file.

https://uk.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/government-agencies/dhs/uscis/i130filing-html/?_ga=2.240421763.1884698398.1562442376-1641113824.1489155735

 

i thought you were already married. That has to happen first. 

[AM_Weller 1]

1 minute ago, Wuozopo said:

 

This is your bible for how to start DCF IN London. Bookmark it. No other list or forum is going to spell it out in detail like the place where you will file.

https://uk.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/government-agencies/dhs/uscis/i130filing-html/?_ga=2.240421763.1884698398.1562442376-1641113824.1489155735

 

i thought you were already married. That has to happen first. 

No, I've never said we were married. We're going to be married in a couple months.

 

Thank you for the link 🙂