DS-5540 Form at K1 Visa Interview at Vietnam Embassy

[Mrs. Cristiano 42]

7 minutes ago, HDia said:

I emailed my company and they said I can add my wife (CR1) when she arrives here in the US within 31 days. I also read my insurance policy that getting married is a qualifying life event that will allow you to add a spouse to your insurance plan. Maybe your husband's plan will be the same.

We're not married yet. We are in k1 process. and the issue it enrollment schedule only twice a year

[geowrian 22,337]

12 minutes ago, HDia said:

The answer is pretty broad to me. Does this mean that they're not fully implementing this rule for everyone yet, and only case by case basis after reviewing I-864?

For NIVs (like a K-1), it is up to consular discretion.

 

For IVs, a DS-5540 should be submitted. From the FAM:

"Immigrant Visa Applicants:  All immigrant visa applicants subject to INA 212(a)(4) must complete and submit a Form DS-5540, Public Charge Questionnaire. "

INA 212(a)(4) is the public charge section.

[HDia 105]

3 minutes ago, geowrian said:

For NIVs (like a K-1), it is up to consular discretion.

 

For IVs, a DS-5540 should be submitted. From the FAM:

"Immigrant Visa Applicants:  All immigrant visa applicants subject to INA 212(a)(4) must complete and submit a Form DS-5540, Public Charge Questionnaire. "

INA 212(a)(4) is the public charge section.

Makes sense, thanks!

[dnhut861 2]

we are doing the K1 visa and since it will be my fiance's first time in the USA, she will NOT have health insurance.

 

When she fills out this form, she will check boxes 4 and 4a "No"

 

is this automatic grounds for denial? will this decrease her chance of getting a visa?

 

we are freaking out right now

 

 

[Just Paul 4,595]

50 minutes ago, dnhut861 said:

 

is this automatic grounds for denial? will this decrease her chance of getting a visa?

No

 

51 minutes ago, dnhut861 said:

we are freaking out right now

But if you think it matters, marry in 30 days and check yes for 4a

[Liam2021 582]

From my personal experience with U.S Embassy in Saigon , DS-5540 is rarely being asked at the interview( unless you have some travel history to these countries). However, getting one DS-5540 ready is a smart move. Important: For K1, please fill out a "family tree" sheet and bring it to the interview because 99% you will be ask for this. Also, make sure you flight back to VN and go to the interview with your fiance( this is a norm especially for Vietnam, and it maybe not applied with another countries).

[SmallTownPA 72]

On 3/4/2020 at 8:11 PM, geowrian said:

That said, in general the US does not tax assets.

My property and school taxes would like a word with you.

 

When I lived in SC the value of your vehicle determined your annual registration (not a flat fee like in PA).

 

Lots of assets are taxed... to many if you ask me.

 

Edited March 9, 2020 by SmallTownPA

[geowrian 22,337]

6 minutes ago, SmallTownPA said:

My property and school taxes would like a word with you.

 

When I lived in SC the value of your vehicle determined your annual registration (not a flat fee like in PA).

 

Lots of assets are taxed... to many if you ask me.

US as in the federal government.

State and local have their own laws. But as it pertains the OP's case here, the foreign held assets, should not be an issue.

A registration fee is not a tax.