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The father being 72 years old has end stage COPD. For those that don't know what that is its a progressive lung disease that is managed but not treated. When I came I brought my medical kit with me (force of habit i am an Army Medic). When I took a look at the man he had tell tell signs of untreated late stage COPD (Barrel chest, and clubbed fingers). Long story short that means his body has been in a state of hypoxia (Low O2) for several years. He is also suffering from long covid. Baseline 02 saturation was around 87% (much lower when walking), weight maybe 80-90 pounds (ribs showing, tibia can be seen without surrounding muscle), not far off from POW pictures to be honest. She was working at Watson's (Pharmacy) before my arrival 6 days a week and living in town (Town is about 45 minutes away from family residence). Looking at the dad it is obvious to me that he will most likely be dead in 1-2 years (end stage COPD rate of survival is 50% per year). As she was working full time and could visit only one day a week, I thought it would be best that she be with her dad as he dies. The mother is also 72 and while in better health I am not sure how long she will survive her husband (they have been married since they were both 19). The 4 brothers inherited the rice fields and she is with her parents on the remaining farm (the brothers work it for mom and dad). So when she leaves she will most likely be dealing with death of her father and potentially her mothers death as well. The family all have many children (Brothers) and are busy supporting themselves. 

I do understand the comments and I understand they are well intentioned. Obviously scams can be common in these type of scenario, if it all turns out to be that I've been a fool I am prepared to accept the consequences of that. I am only responsible for my moral behavior in this life, i cannot control other peoples behavior or viewpoints. I myself have thought about this often but I feel it is the responsible thing to do. I am taking a leap of faith in this process. It is a gamble I am aware of that. However, I am an adult and this is the path I've chosen. 

 

The current life expectancy for Philippines in 2023 is 71.66 years, a 0.18% increase from 2022. The life expectancy for Philippines in 2022 was 71.53 years, a 0.18% increase from 2021. The life expectancy for Philippines in 2021 was 71.41 years, a 0.18% increase from 2020.
The 5-year life expectancy for people with COPD ranges from 40% to 70%, depending on disease severity. This means that 5 years after diagnosis 40 to 70 out of 100 people will be alive. For severe COPD, the 2-year survival rate is just 50%.
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Obviously we see many horror stories but if you appreciate what you are doing go for it.

 

Fairly simple process. You have plenty of time to make more visits as the process unwinds.

“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.”

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12 minutes ago, Timothy V said:

Thanks man I appreciate it. I do understand the sentiment 😊

You might also want to look into the timelines for bringing her extended family (siblings) to the US.   It’s best that both you and she go into the journey of US immigration with eyes wide open.

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43 minutes ago, Timothy V said:

The father being 72 years old has end stage COPD

Well, if you can afford to pay support, this situation mitigates the usual assumption regarding Filipino families.

 

Bear in mind that if you pursue a K-1 path, she won't have the ability to travel back overseas for many months and be able to return to the U.S.

 

In addition, the (any) immigration process is extremely expensive, so balance the support payments against your budget for the long process.

 

"COPD" is an umbrella term.  Is it emphysema, or chronic bronchitis?  Asthma, too?

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06-04-2007 = TSC stamps postal return-receipt for I-129f.

06-11-2007 = NOA1 date (unknown to me).

07-20-2007 = Phoned Immigration Officer; got WAC#; where's NOA1?

09-25-2007 = Touch (first-ever).

09-28-2007 = NOA1, 23 days after their 45-day promise to send it (grrrr).

10-20 & 11-14-2007 = Phoned ImmOffs; "still pending."

12-11-2007 = 180 days; file is "between workstations, may be early Jan."; touches 12/11 & 12/12.

12-18-2007 = Call; file is with Division 9 ofcr. (bckgrnd check); e-prompt to shake it; touch.

12-19-2007 = NOA2 by e-mail & web, dated 12-18-07 (187 days; 201 per VJ); in mail 12/24/07.

01-09-2008 = File from USCIS to NVC, 1-4-08; NVC creates file, 1/15/08; to consulate 1/16/08.

01-23-2008 = Consulate gets file; outdated Packet 4 mailed to fiancee 1/27/08; rec'd 3/3/08.

04-29-2008 = Fiancee's 4-min. consular interview, 8:30 a.m.; much evidence brought but not allowed to be presented (consul: "More proof! Second interview! Bring your fiance!").

05-05-2008 = Infuriating $12 call to non-English-speaking consulate appointment-setter.

05-06-2008 = Better $12 call to English-speaker; "joint" interview date 6/30/08 (my selection).

06-30-2008 = Stokes Interrogations w/Ecuadorian (not USC); "wait 2 weeks; we'll mail her."

07-2008 = Daily calls to DOS: "currently processing"; 8/05 = Phoned consulate, got Section Chief; wrote him.

08-07-08 = E-mail from consulate, promising to issue visa "as soon as we get her passport" (on 8/12, per DHL).

08-27-08 = Phoned consulate (they "couldn't find" our file); visa DHL'd 8/28; in hand 9/1; through POE on 10/9 with NO hassles(!).

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And years

“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.”

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Just now, Timothy V said:

I understand it's years and years?

Oh, yes.

06-04-2007 = TSC stamps postal return-receipt for I-129f.

06-11-2007 = NOA1 date (unknown to me).

07-20-2007 = Phoned Immigration Officer; got WAC#; where's NOA1?

09-25-2007 = Touch (first-ever).

09-28-2007 = NOA1, 23 days after their 45-day promise to send it (grrrr).

10-20 & 11-14-2007 = Phoned ImmOffs; "still pending."

12-11-2007 = 180 days; file is "between workstations, may be early Jan."; touches 12/11 & 12/12.

12-18-2007 = Call; file is with Division 9 ofcr. (bckgrnd check); e-prompt to shake it; touch.

12-19-2007 = NOA2 by e-mail & web, dated 12-18-07 (187 days; 201 per VJ); in mail 12/24/07.

01-09-2008 = File from USCIS to NVC, 1-4-08; NVC creates file, 1/15/08; to consulate 1/16/08.

01-23-2008 = Consulate gets file; outdated Packet 4 mailed to fiancee 1/27/08; rec'd 3/3/08.

04-29-2008 = Fiancee's 4-min. consular interview, 8:30 a.m.; much evidence brought but not allowed to be presented (consul: "More proof! Second interview! Bring your fiance!").

05-05-2008 = Infuriating $12 call to non-English-speaking consulate appointment-setter.

05-06-2008 = Better $12 call to English-speaker; "joint" interview date 6/30/08 (my selection).

06-30-2008 = Stokes Interrogations w/Ecuadorian (not USC); "wait 2 weeks; we'll mail her."

07-2008 = Daily calls to DOS: "currently processing"; 8/05 = Phoned consulate, got Section Chief; wrote him.

08-07-08 = E-mail from consulate, promising to issue visa "as soon as we get her passport" (on 8/12, per DHL).

08-27-08 = Phoned consulate (they "couldn't find" our file); visa DHL'd 8/28; in hand 9/1; through POE on 10/9 with NO hassles(!).

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5 minutes ago, TBoneTX said:

Well, if you can afford to pay support, this situation mitigates the usual assumption regarding Filipino families.

 

Bear in mind that if you pursue a K-1 path, she won't have the ability to travel back overseas for many months.

 

In addition, the (any) immigration process is extremely expensive, so balance the support payments against your budget for the long process.

 

"COPD" is an umbrella term.  Is it emphysema, or chronic bronchitis?  Asthma, too?

Emphysema from what I can tell. His lungs are crackles in all lobes. Several contributing factors: 1) Smoking x30yrs, 2) exposure to pesticides 3) Covid+PNA. No CT or xrays so these are assumptions on my part but I'm confident in my assessment based on the presentation and mechanisms of illness.

 

I didn't consider that she can't travel back quickly that is kinda worrisome. 

 

I'm guessing asthma as well she and her mother described several incidents of respiratory distress. The family asked me what to do.... That was a hard conversation. I got him a nebulizer to make things easier. He's just a hardworking farmer at the end of his life. Man probably worked harder than I ever will (kids/pig farm/5 acers of rice) before it was given to the children.

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16 minutes ago, Timothy V said:

I understand it's years and years?

20-25 for Philippines.

 

TBone made a good point-  with ailing parents, a K-1 presents another drawback, in that she won’t be able to return to the US if she leaves suddenly, without advance parole.   Advance parole can take up to a year to get.   

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If she is as close to her family as I assume she is, it will take a great toll on her (and your relationship) if a medical emergency happens to one of her parents and she isn't able to travel back in time. Knock on wood, I see too many sad stories about K1 holders waiting for AOS who have a death in the family but can't travel back for the funeral because they don't have Advance Parole or they can't afford the expense.

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2 minutes ago, SalishSea said:

20-25 for Philippines.

 

TBone made a good point-  with ailing parents, a K-1 presents another drawback, in that she won’t be able to return to the US if she leaves suddenly, without advance parole.   Advance parole can take up to a year to get.   

 

So what I'm hearing is that her parents could die while she is here and she would be in a position where she cannot legally leave to attend a funeral? That does change the calculus a bit. I guess my hesitation to the CR1 is I wanted to marry her here as traveling over there right now is difficult (mostly again to childcare issues x won't allow a visa for the kiddo). 

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Could I do the following: 

 

Submit 192F to at least start the clock, then work on trying to get the logistics together to visit and get married? If married change to CR1. I understand the clock resets at that point again but at least that way if I am unable to marry her there quickly and or it falls through I have a buffer zone? 

My understanding the 192F is around 600$ (I have the exact amount written elsewhere) so that seems like a cheap fallback plan to at least start (my understanding is that the medical exam and other fees come latter)

Gotta talk to her too of course 🤣

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1 minute ago, Timothy V said:

 

So what I'm hearing is that her parents could die while she is here and she would be in a position where she cannot legally leave to attend a funeral? That does change the calculus a bit. I guess my hesitation to the CR1 is I wanted to marry her here as traveling over there right now is difficult (mostly again to childcare issues x won't allow a visa for the kiddo). 

She could leave at any time, but without Advance Parole, she will have abandoned her GC process.   The K-1 visa itself is a single-entry.   You’d be starting over.

 

Do you mean that she has a child?   I must have missed that.   Having children under 21 that you want to bring would be a positive factor for K-1.

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