RFE for I-129F - Requesting Form I-129F

[Javier Luis 1]

Hi Guys,

 

I've tried searching for this specific request on the the RFE but could not find anything on it. I've submitted the initial package myself with guidance from other threads here on VJ. The RFE is requesting I submit "Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiance(e)" and would like to know if anyone else has seen this request before? I know we only get one shot and before I seek an opinion from an attorney, I'd like to see if our community has any insight on this. If it's simple enough, I'd like to avoid hiring an attorney since it seems like I only need to submit one piece of evidence. My assumption is that I might've filled out the initial form incorrectly hence why they are asking for it again. I should probably add that prior to receiving the RFE on Feb 6th, I received a case status update on Jan 2nd, stating that "Name was updated". I am glad to elaborate more on the situation or share my initial I-129F form if it helps determine what to submit. Thank you all in advance for your insight!

 

[Edward and Jaycel 697]

I've never seen an RFE that looked like that.... Is that the all you received?

[Javier Luis 1]

That's the only thing I've received. In fact, I reached out to USCIS a few days before receiving the RFE requesting a copy of the "last notice" sent since I assumed maybe they responded to my case and got lost in transit. I know the dates on here are only estimated but I was expecting a reply by mid January which is why I reached out. They confirmed the same thing, that the RFE is the only other document that was sent to me besides the NOA1. I was honestly expecting to receive a request for more evidence of meeting but was thrown off when I saw that they were requesting the actual petition form. I'm new to the whole process so I'm not sure if they are in fact requesting the form or maybe was filled out incorrectly by me and just need an updated one. I think eventually I might need to seek an attorney because I know I only get one shot at submitting the evidence but I appreciate all insight! Hoping I can avoid attorneys since I currently reside in NY and lawyers can get very expensive!

[Edward and Jaycel 697]

This is what an RFE should look like. This was the one I got for my I-129F...

 

 

[mitzab 300]

are they saying that they do not have your I-129F? 🤔

[Edward and Jaycel 697]

This does not look like an RFE to me.... Did that come in the mail?

[Javier Luis 1]

Ahh gotcha, yes I should've been a little more specific. I did receive a two page RFE. One similar to that. I am attaching with personal info blacked out as well. But yes I received that also.

[Javier Luis 1]

@mitzab

 

I'm not too sure whether they are asking for another copy of the form or if they never received it but I sent the whole thing in one packet with a tracking number. I highly doubt they receive the evidence, intent to marry, etc. and not the 129 form.

[MalloryCat 300]

maybe they lost it?

or it was the incorrect edition?

or is it possible you left some pages of the form out?

 

seems like you just need to send them the entire form again and triple check that every page is filled out completely

[Javier Luis 1]

@MalloryCat

 

Do you suggest I attempt to fill out the form to the best of my knowledge again or should I seek help from an attorney to fill out and respond to the RFE altogether?

 

[MalloryCat 300]

thats up to you

 

you could probably successfully do it yourself. it probably was something as simple as USCIS lost the entire form themselves.

i'm pretty sure when its just a page missing, or a missed question, they only ask for that specific page in the RFE.

 

but if you'd feel more confident going with an attorney, thats fine to.

 

but it seems like a pretty simple RFE in comparison to the typical RFEs people get.

[Edward and Jaycel 697]

Is that first image you uploaded a scan or picture of the entire 2nd page? If not, could you upload the entire 2nd page with any receipt numbers/personally identifying information blacked out?

[Edward and Jaycel 697]

One more question.... did you keep a copy of the whole packet you sent to USCIS when you filed?

 

[Javier Luis 1]

@Edward and Jaycel Hi, I did save a copy of the entire package I sent out. I do also have a full scan of the second page. I'll attach it on here.

 

@MalloryCat I am very tempted to fill it out myself and send myself. I feel like I caught some errors on the form and maybe need to correct them. I am gaining the confidence now that I've been getting answers from you guys!

 

Thanks for all the help!!!

 

[Edward and Jaycel 697]

1 minute ago, Javier Luis said:

I am very tempted to fill it out myself and send myself. I feel like I caught some errors on the form and maybe need to correct them.

 

Just make sure that when you fill it out again, you send the current edition of the form. According to the USCIS website 04/01/24 is the current edition:

 

04/01/24. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.