Compiling i864 Package to upload to CEAC

[Shaun & Seoyeon 0]

Hello,

 

I am currently applying for an IR1 visa for my spouse.  I-130 approved, now preparing documents to upload to CEAC for the NVC.

 

Question is...if I am uploading something that requires multiple forms of support, do I compile it all together or upload it separately under the same type?  For example, I am the Petitioner living abroad, and I require multiple things for establishing Proof of Domicile (voter registration, bank statements, credit card statements, retirement account statements).  Do I compile all these into one single PDF Package to upload with the "Proof of Domicile" heading, or upload each separately with the same Proof of Domicile heading?

 

Also, if I do compile everything together into one PDF, would it be best for me to still add a cover letter at the top of the PDF which would indicate my intention to resume domicile in the US and give a list of everything compiled in the package?

 

Thanks in advance!

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1 hour ago, Shaun & Seoyeon said:

Hello,

 

I am currently applying for an IR1 visa for my spouse.  I-130 approved, now preparing documents to upload to CEAC for the NVC.

 

Question is...if I am uploading something that requires multiple forms of support, do I compile it all together or upload it separately under the same type?  For example, I am the Petitioner living abroad, and I require multiple things for establishing Proof of Domicile (voter registration, bank statements, credit card statements, retirement account statements).  Do I compile all these into one single PDF Package to upload with the "Proof of Domicile" heading, or upload each separately with the same Proof of Domicile heading?

 

Also, if I do compile everything together into one PDF, would it be best for me to still add a cover letter at the top of the PDF which would indicate my intention to resume domicile in the US and give a list of everything compiled in the package?

 

Thanks in advance!

I believe each file cannot exceed 2MB. So, if you can submit everything under 2MB in one PDF do that. If you have to break it up into multiple parts- do that. I think our proof of domicile was maybe 7 separate files. Labeled Proof of Domicile Part One/Part Two etc. There was also a separate "Intent to Re-establish Domicile" letter which itemized/ mentioned each upload (so 8 files total). 

[Shaun & Seoyeon 0]

On 8/30/2022 at 5:07 PM, ROK2USA said:

I believe each file cannot exceed 2MB. So, if you can submit everything under 2MB in one PDF do that. If you have to break it up into multiple parts- do that. I think our proof of domicile was maybe 7 separate files. Labeled Proof of Domicile Part One/Part Two etc. There was also a separate "Intent to Re-establish Domicile" letter which itemized/ mentioned each upload (so 8 files total). 

Thank you!  That's a big help to know that I don't need to squeeze it all into one file.  I don't think it would be possible!

 

You have experience with the Korean consulate, correct?  I've been curious about the visa interview process there, specifically about what original documents they require in an interview.  I've read their checklist, and called them but with little help (they just directed me back to the checklist).  My thought is that only the beneficiary's civil documents need to be originals, but my spouse (from reading on Korean forums) tell me that Korean consulate CO's sometimes ask for more, specifically about Proof of Domicile documents from the Sponsor/Joint Sponsor.  Even so far as to draw up an original housing contract between Sponsor/Beneficiary (married couple) & Joint Sponsor (sponsor's parents).  Does that sound like anything you've heard of before?  I've heard a bit about how the CO's in Seoul are sometimes more stringent about the Sponsor's proof of domicile if they've been living abroad for a long time, but this seems a bit much to me.

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3 hours ago, Shaun & Seoyeon said:

Thank you!  That's a big help to know that I don't need to squeeze it all into one file.  I don't think it would be possible!

 

You have experience with the Korean consulate, correct?  I've been curious about the visa interview process there, specifically about what original documents they require in an interview.  I've read their checklist, and called them but with little help (they just directed me back to the checklist).  My thought is that only the beneficiary's civil documents need to be originals, but my spouse (from reading on Korean forums) tell me that Korean consulate CO's sometimes ask for more, specifically about Proof of Domicile documents from the Sponsor/Joint Sponsor.  Even so far as to draw up an original housing contract between Sponsor/Beneficiary (married couple) & Joint Sponsor (sponsor's parents).  Does that sound like anything you've heard of before?  I've heard a bit about how the CO's in Seoul are sometimes more stringent about the Sponsor's proof of domicile if they've been living abroad for a long time, but this seems a bit much to me.

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You can also PM me if you have any additional questions. 

Be aware we are in the middle of moving to the US. So, I might not be able to respond immediately. 

Domicile was an issue. But we had ample evidence and my husband essentially told the CO we were moving in September... his response

"Oh, that's soon... do you have proof"? 

 

Edited September 1, 2022 by ROK2USA