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Filed: Country: Canada
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I know this has been covered in various posts on here,but one thing i'm still wondering is if I need to bring a replica of my entire package that i originally sent? I read that somewhere a long time ago but wanted to be sure wether or not it is necessary. Aside from that, here is a list of what i'm bringing- if anyone can tell me if i'm missing something of importance,feel free to let me know-thanks!

-My birth certificate,EAD card,SS card, new drivers licence,passport,AP document (never used), marriage licence

-My husband ( US citizen)birth certificate,drivers licence, (he doesn't have a passport) recent paystubs from his work

-He is divorced, so we will bring his divorce decree and custody papers, as well as his kids' birth certificates

- We have a joint cell phone account, I am an authorized user for one of his credit cards (will bring the visa that has my name on it) and my name is on on one of our utility bills... also some random photos

And aside from of course bringing all the letters i have received from USCIS,such as the interview letter,approval notices for EAD etc etc.... should this be enough?

If anyone can tell me for sure about bringing a copy of the entire package (all AOS forms,affidavit,EAD app,etc) I'd appreciate it...

I'll let everyone know how my Chicago interview goes next week.

11/22/06- entered US as a visitor from Canada

05/04/07 -married

06/28/07- AOS/EAD/AP- mailed

06/29/07- package received

07/09/07- checks cashed

07/10/07- NOA1 for I-130

07/12/07- NOA1 for AOS,EAD

07/12/07- biometrics letter received

07/13/07 -rfe payment for I-131 ,wrong amount

07/14/07- touched-485 &130

07/17/07- rfe sent for I-131

07/21/07- rfe for W2s/tax info..guess they lost it

07/31/07- biometrics appt

08/01/07- EAD touched

08/07/07- rfe sent for 485

08/10/07- rfe received,485 processing resumed

08/22/07- receive letter for interview 11/20/07

08/25/07- AP approved and received

09/07/07- EAD card received

10/17/07- received SSN (took about a week after applying)

11/20/07- Interview- more evidence requested

12/14/07- Evidence submitted.....waiting...

12/26/07- Approval notice sent/ Card production ordered

Filed: K-1 Visa Country: South Korea
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The interview letter that you received tells you exactly what to bring. Seems like you have enough but what you need really depends on who interviews you, so no one can tell you what exactly to bring. We brought everything stated in the letter and the guy only asked for a couple of things, in your case he might ask for everything.

If in doubt bring a copy of the entire package.

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The interview letter that you received tells you exactly what to bring. Seems like you have enough but what you need really depends on who interviews you, so no one can tell you what exactly to bring. We brought everything stated in the letter and the guy only asked for a couple of things, in your case he might ask for everything.

If in doubt bring a copy of the entire package.

If it's not to heavy to carry! Bring the kitchen sink also!! :whistle:

K1 denied, K3/K4, CR-1/CR-2, AOS, ROC, Adoption, US citizenship and dual citizenship

!! ALL PAU!

Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Brazil
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I know this has been covered in various posts on here,but one thing i'm still wondering is if I need to bring a replica of my entire package that i originally sent? I read that somewhere a long time ago but wanted to be sure wether or not it is necessary. Aside from that, here is a list of what i'm bringing- if anyone can tell me if i'm missing something of importance,feel free to let me know-thanks!

-My birth certificate,EAD card,SS card, new drivers licence,passport,AP document (never used), marriage licence

-My husband ( US citizen)birth certificate,drivers licence, (he doesn't have a passport) recent paystubs from his work

-He is divorced, so we will bring his divorce decree and custody papers, as well as his kids' birth certificates

- We have a joint cell phone account, I am an authorized user for one of his credit cards (will bring the visa that has my name on it) and my name is on on one of our utility bills... also some random photos

And aside from of course bringing all the letters i have received from USCIS,such as the interview letter,approval notices for EAD etc etc.... should this be enough?

If anyone can tell me for sure about bringing a copy of the entire package (all AOS forms,affidavit,EAD app,etc) I'd appreciate it...

I'll let everyone know how my Chicago interview goes next week.

We had a copy of the whole package with us and we had a copy of every piece of evidence including a copy of our documents and let me tell you she kept half of the folder.

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06/05/01 - Entered the U.S. on a B2 Visa with parents (17 years old at the time)

01/05/07 - Got married

04/04/07 - AOS package mailed :)

04/08/07 - On Easter Sunday - Package received DAY 1

04/17/07 - NOA1 Received. (Dated 04/13/2007) DAY 10

04/18/07 - Touched DAY 11

04/19/07 - Touched AGAIN DAY 12

04/20/07 - Biometrics appt notice received (05-02-07) DAY 13

04/27/07 - I-130 Touched DAY 20

05/02/07 - Biometrics (Took us 8 minutes - no kidding) DAY 25

05/03/07 - I-485 Touched DAY 26

05/17/07 - Interview letter arrived (07-17-07) DAY 41

07/17/07 - Interview - Everything went well but received an RFE DAY 102

08/28/07 - RFE sent - Took a long time to get what they needed DAY 144

08/29/07 - RFE received - DAY 145

10/04/07 - Email: Notice welcoming new resident mailed - DAY 180

10/05/07 - Touched - DAY 181

10/09/07 - Welcome Notice received. - DAY 185

10/10/07 - Card production ordered. - DAY 186

10/17/07 - Green card received !!!!!!!! - Day 193

Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Mexico
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Just received our Appointment Letter which is as follows:

The front of the letter lists the office location, date/hour, who to ask for (District Adjudications Officer), Reason for Appointment (Application for Adjustment of Status) - this interview may be video taped. Also noted to bring with you: PETITIONER MUST BE PRESENT AT THE INTERVIEW and Bring documents listed on the reverse of the letter. If you do not speak English, bring a translator. WARNING: If you are missing some of the documentation requested on the reverse of this letter, your case cannot be completed and it may require an additional, interview.

Back of Appointment Letter:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR YOUR FUTURE INTERVIEW

Bring all ORIGINAL documents (or a certified copy) PLUS one photocopy for the Immigration Service. You must also provide a certified English translation for ALL foreign language documents. The translator must certify that he/she is fluent in both languages and that the translations are accurate. Bring your ORIGINAL documents, even if you have already submitted copies for review by the interviewing officer.

Any notices and forms given to you by the Immigration Service, including advance parole, other travel documents and employment authorization cards must be submitted at the time of the interview.

ALSO BRING:- your appointment letter

- ALL Passports, including expired passports, Form I-94 (arrival and departure record), photo identification (i.e. state driver's license, state identification card, military identifications)

-Proof of petitioners lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship

- Birth certificate for beneficiary.

- Marriage certificate (if applicable)

- Proof of termination of ALL prior marriages of petitioner and beneficiary (if applicable)

Form I-693 with attachment, medical examination, completed by a Service approved physician and submitted in a sealed envelope (unless submitted at time of filing).

- Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with supporting documentation (see below)

- Certified court documents, including arrest report, complaint and final disposition for any and all arrests, including any that may have been sealed or expunged.

EVIDENCE REQUIRED WITH AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

If the petitioner does not meet the poverty guidelines, you must submit an I-864 from a co-sponsor

- completed, signed and notarized.

- Federal Income Tax returns and @-2 forms (or a recent IRS printout) for the last three years, Form 1099 and business license (Original plus photocopies).

Paycheck stubs, at least last three issued.

Original letter of employment for sponsor(s)

Proof of sponsor's lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship.

Proof of sponsor's residence in the United States for the last six months.

Additional documentation which may be required- evidence of a bona fide marriage - submit any document which would assist in establishing the validity of your marriage such as (but not limited to) lease agreements, home ownership documents, joint bank accounts, proof of joint ownership of other property such as investments

-Birth certificates for your children.

PLEASE NOTE: you may be required to file a Waiver of Inadmissibility Grounds Form I-601 if you have been in the United States illegally for over 6 months BEFORE filing your application for adjustment of status and have traveled outside of the United States.

This is a general list. Each case is unique. Interviewing officer may request additional documents.

K-1 & I-601 Waiver Timeline 4/7/06 to 9/12/07

4/7/06: I-129 K-1 Application mailed

4/20/06: NOA Receipt

6/23/06: Req for Evidence

8/31/06: NOA

9/28/06: NOA- NVC rcvd I-129

10/12 & 11/9: Rcvd CDJ Ltr- processing Visa

12/6/06: CDJ Interview - Denied - I-601 Waiver Required

12/18/06: I-601 filed

8/6/07: Waiver Approval

8/22/07: Waiver Approval letter received

9/4/07: Open Appointment Letter Rcvd (postmarked 8/31/07 from Texas)

9/9/07: Arrive in CDJ for Open Appt

9/10/07: Open Appointment

9/12/07: RECEIVED K-1 VISA!

AOS - 10/8/07 to 11/21/07

9/14/07: Entered the United States

9/21/07: Happliy Married!

10/6/07: AOS Packet Mailed to Chicago Lockbox!

10/8/07: Return Receipt stamped received by USCIS

10/19/07: NOA Receipt for AOS & EAD received

10/24/07: Case Online at USCIS.gov

10/25/07: Touched

11/3/07: Biometrics Appointment

11/5/07: Touched

11/14/07: Appointment Letter received

11/16/07: EAD Production ordered.

11/21/07: AOS Interview - Approved - Hubby is Legal Permanent Resident (Conditional)

11/23/07: Registered Customer's new permanent resident status (Online Case Status)

11/25/07: Touched - Production of EAD ordered (Online Case Status)

11/26/07: On November 26, 2007, we ordered production of your new card (Green Card).

11/28/07: Received EAD Card!

11/30/07: Received Welcome to the U.S. Letter

12/1/07: Received GREEN CARD!

Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Brazil
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Just received our Appointment Letter which is as follows:

The front of the letter lists the office location, date/hour, who to ask for (District Adjudications Officer), Reason for Appointment (Application for Adjustment of Status) - this interview may be video taped. Also noted to bring with you: PETITIONER MUST BE PRESENT AT THE INTERVIEW and Bring documents listed on the reverse of the letter. If you do not speak English, bring a translator. WARNING: If you are missing some of the documentation requested on the reverse of this letter, your case cannot be completed and it may require an additional, interview.

Back of Appointment Letter:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR YOUR FUTURE INTERVIEW

Bring all ORIGINAL documents (or a certified copy) PLUS one photocopy for the Immigration Service. You must also provide a certified English translation for ALL foreign language documents. The translator must certify that he/she is fluent in both languages and that the translations are accurate. Bring your ORIGINAL documents, even if you have already submitted copies for review by the interviewing officer.

Any notices and forms given to you by the Immigration Service, including advance parole, other travel documents and employment authorization cards must be submitted at the time of the interview.

ALSO BRING:- your appointment letter

- ALL Passports, including expired passports, Form I-94 (arrival and departure record), photo identification (i.e. state driver's license, state identification card, military identifications)

-Proof of petitioners lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship

- Birth certificate for beneficiary.

- Marriage certificate (if applicable)

- Proof of termination of ALL prior marriages of petitioner and beneficiary (if applicable)

Form I-693 with attachment, medical examination, completed by a Service approved physician and submitted in a sealed envelope (unless submitted at time of filing).

- Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with supporting documentation (see below)

- Certified court documents, including arrest report, complaint and final disposition for any and all arrests, including any that may have been sealed or expunged.

EVIDENCE REQUIRED WITH AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

If the petitioner does not meet the poverty guidelines, you must submit an I-864 from a co-sponsor

- completed, signed and notarized.

- Federal Income Tax returns and @-2 forms (or a recent IRS printout) for the last three years, Form 1099 and business license (Original plus photocopies).

Paycheck stubs, at least last three issued.

Original letter of employment for sponsor(s)

Proof of sponsor's lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship.

Proof of sponsor's residence in the United States for the last six months.

Additional documentation which may be required- evidence of a bona fide marriage - submit any document which would assist in establishing the validity of your marriage such as (but not limited to) lease agreements, home ownership documents, joint bank accounts, proof of joint ownership of other property such as investments

-Birth certificates for your children.

PLEASE NOTE: you may be required to file a Waiver of Inadmissibility Grounds Form I-601 if you have been in the United States illegally for over 6 months BEFORE filing your application for adjustment of status and have traveled outside of the United States.

This is a general list. Each case is unique. Interviewing officer may request additional documents.

Did you type the whole thing ?

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06/05/01 - Entered the U.S. on a B2 Visa with parents (17 years old at the time)

01/05/07 - Got married

04/04/07 - AOS package mailed :)

04/08/07 - On Easter Sunday - Package received DAY 1

04/17/07 - NOA1 Received. (Dated 04/13/2007) DAY 10

04/18/07 - Touched DAY 11

04/19/07 - Touched AGAIN DAY 12

04/20/07 - Biometrics appt notice received (05-02-07) DAY 13

04/27/07 - I-130 Touched DAY 20

05/02/07 - Biometrics (Took us 8 minutes - no kidding) DAY 25

05/03/07 - I-485 Touched DAY 26

05/17/07 - Interview letter arrived (07-17-07) DAY 41

07/17/07 - Interview - Everything went well but received an RFE DAY 102

08/28/07 - RFE sent - Took a long time to get what they needed DAY 144

08/29/07 - RFE received - DAY 145

10/04/07 - Email: Notice welcoming new resident mailed - DAY 180

10/05/07 - Touched - DAY 181

10/09/07 - Welcome Notice received. - DAY 185

10/10/07 - Card production ordered. - DAY 186

10/17/07 - Green card received !!!!!!!! - Day 193

Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Bulgaria
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im getting ready to send my fiance the 134. she need a copy of the 129 application package or does the embassy get the one i sent to vermont? im not sure if i should send her my origanal birth cirtificate or divorce decree. im thinking i should send notarized copies.

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im getting ready to send my fiance the 134. she need a copy of the 129 application package or does the embassy get the one i sent to vermont? im not sure if i should send her my origanal birth cirtificate or divorce decree. im thinking i should send notarized copies.

This is the AOS forum, not the K1. The above posters are referencing AOS interview, which is verrrrry different from the fiance visa interview held in the foreign country.

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Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Brazil
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im getting ready to send my fiance the 134. she need a copy of the 129 application package or does the embassy get the one i sent to vermont? im not sure if i should send her my origanal birth cirtificate or divorce decree. im thinking i should send notarized copies.

Hey Patrick, wrong forum. You will be here in a few months when your fiance is in the US and you start the AOS process.

Here is the link to the K1 forum

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showforum=80

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06/05/01 - Entered the U.S. on a B2 Visa with parents (17 years old at the time)

01/05/07 - Got married

04/04/07 - AOS package mailed :)

04/08/07 - On Easter Sunday - Package received DAY 1

04/17/07 - NOA1 Received. (Dated 04/13/2007) DAY 10

04/18/07 - Touched DAY 11

04/19/07 - Touched AGAIN DAY 12

04/20/07 - Biometrics appt notice received (05-02-07) DAY 13

04/27/07 - I-130 Touched DAY 20

05/02/07 - Biometrics (Took us 8 minutes - no kidding) DAY 25

05/03/07 - I-485 Touched DAY 26

05/17/07 - Interview letter arrived (07-17-07) DAY 41

07/17/07 - Interview - Everything went well but received an RFE DAY 102

08/28/07 - RFE sent - Took a long time to get what they needed DAY 144

08/29/07 - RFE received - DAY 145

10/04/07 - Email: Notice welcoming new resident mailed - DAY 180

10/05/07 - Touched - DAY 181

10/09/07 - Welcome Notice received. - DAY 185

10/10/07 - Card production ordered. - DAY 186

10/17/07 - Green card received !!!!!!!! - Day 193

Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Bulgaria
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im getting ready to send my fiance the 134. she need a copy of the 129 application package or does the embassy get the one i sent to vermont? im not sure if i should send her my origanal birth cirtificate or divorce decree. im thinking i should send notarized copies.

Hey Patrick, wrong forum. You will be here in a few months when your fiance is in the US and you start the AOS process.

Here is the link to the K1 forum

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showforum=80

sorry,my bad.

Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Mexico
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Just received our Appointment Letter which is as follows:

The front of the letter lists the office location, date/hour, who to ask for (District Adjudications Officer), Reason for Appointment (Application for Adjustment of Status) - this interview may be video taped. Also noted to bring with you: PETITIONER MUST BE PRESENT AT THE INTERVIEW and Bring documents listed on the reverse of the letter. If you do not speak English, bring a translator. WARNING: If you are missing some of the documentation requested on the reverse of this letter, your case cannot be completed and it may require an additional, interview.

Back of Appointment Letter:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR YOUR FUTURE INTERVIEW

Bring all ORIGINAL documents (or a certified copy) PLUS one photocopy for the Immigration Service. You must also provide a certified English translation for ALL foreign language documents. The translator must certify that he/she is fluent in both languages and that the translations are accurate. Bring your ORIGINAL documents, even if you have already submitted copies for review by the interviewing officer.

Any notices and forms given to you by the Immigration Service, including advance parole, other travel documents and employment authorization cards must be submitted at the time of the interview.

ALSO BRING:- your appointment letter

- ALL Passports, including expired passports, Form I-94 (arrival and departure record), photo identification (i.e. state driver's license, state identification card, military identifications)

-Proof of petitioners lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship

- Birth certificate for beneficiary.

- Marriage certificate (if applicable)

- Proof of termination of ALL prior marriages of petitioner and beneficiary (if applicable)

Form I-693 with attachment, medical examination, completed by a Service approved physician and submitted in a sealed envelope (unless submitted at time of filing).

- Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with supporting documentation (see below)

- Certified court documents, including arrest report, complaint and final disposition for any and all arrests, including any that may have been sealed or expunged.

EVIDENCE REQUIRED WITH AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

If the petitioner does not meet the poverty guidelines, you must submit an I-864 from a co-sponsor

- completed, signed and notarized.

- Federal Income Tax returns and @-2 forms (or a recent IRS printout) for the last three years, Form 1099 and business license (Original plus photocopies).

Paycheck stubs, at least last three issued.

Original letter of employment for sponsor(s)

Proof of sponsor's lawful permanent resident status (greencard) or US citizenship.

Proof of sponsor's residence in the United States for the last six months.

Additional documentation which may be required- evidence of a bona fide marriage - submit any document which would assist in establishing the validity of your marriage such as (but not limited to) lease agreements, home ownership documents, joint bank accounts, proof of joint ownership of other property such as investments

-Birth certificates for your children.

PLEASE NOTE: you may be required to file a Waiver of Inadmissibility Grounds Form I-601 if you have been in the United States illegally for over 6 months BEFORE filing your application for adjustment of status and have traveled outside of the United States.

This is a general list. Each case is unique. Interviewing officer may request additional documents.

Did you type the whole thing ?

Yes I did....my scanner isn't working so I typed it...I know how valuable this information would have been to me in preparing for the next step. Just thought others might feel at ease knowing what to look forward to.

K-1 & I-601 Waiver Timeline 4/7/06 to 9/12/07

4/7/06: I-129 K-1 Application mailed

4/20/06: NOA Receipt

6/23/06: Req for Evidence

8/31/06: NOA

9/28/06: NOA- NVC rcvd I-129

10/12 & 11/9: Rcvd CDJ Ltr- processing Visa

12/6/06: CDJ Interview - Denied - I-601 Waiver Required

12/18/06: I-601 filed

8/6/07: Waiver Approval

8/22/07: Waiver Approval letter received

9/4/07: Open Appointment Letter Rcvd (postmarked 8/31/07 from Texas)

9/9/07: Arrive in CDJ for Open Appt

9/10/07: Open Appointment

9/12/07: RECEIVED K-1 VISA!

AOS - 10/8/07 to 11/21/07

9/14/07: Entered the United States

9/21/07: Happliy Married!

10/6/07: AOS Packet Mailed to Chicago Lockbox!

10/8/07: Return Receipt stamped received by USCIS

10/19/07: NOA Receipt for AOS & EAD received

10/24/07: Case Online at USCIS.gov

10/25/07: Touched

11/3/07: Biometrics Appointment

11/5/07: Touched

11/14/07: Appointment Letter received

11/16/07: EAD Production ordered.

11/21/07: AOS Interview - Approved - Hubby is Legal Permanent Resident (Conditional)

11/23/07: Registered Customer's new permanent resident status (Online Case Status)

11/25/07: Touched - Production of EAD ordered (Online Case Status)

11/26/07: On November 26, 2007, we ordered production of your new card (Green Card).

11/28/07: Received EAD Card!

11/30/07: Received Welcome to the U.S. Letter

12/1/07: Received GREEN CARD!

Filed: Country: Canada
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I do have my interview letter and of course can look at that for the general list... i was more curious about the duplicate of the original package sent..since i did not know this at the time of filing,i didn't make a second copy.Just curious if it matters since i will now have to print out all the forms again,fill them out..and sign them dated..today? Hope this makes sense.

Well,interview is tomorrow so off to kinko's i go to print and photocopy a billion things lol.

11/22/06- entered US as a visitor from Canada

05/04/07 -married

06/28/07- AOS/EAD/AP- mailed

06/29/07- package received

07/09/07- checks cashed

07/10/07- NOA1 for I-130

07/12/07- NOA1 for AOS,EAD

07/12/07- biometrics letter received

07/13/07 -rfe payment for I-131 ,wrong amount

07/14/07- touched-485 &130

07/17/07- rfe sent for I-131

07/21/07- rfe for W2s/tax info..guess they lost it

07/31/07- biometrics appt

08/01/07- EAD touched

08/07/07- rfe sent for 485

08/10/07- rfe received,485 processing resumed

08/22/07- receive letter for interview 11/20/07

08/25/07- AP approved and received

09/07/07- EAD card received

10/17/07- received SSN (took about a week after applying)

11/20/07- Interview- more evidence requested

12/14/07- Evidence submitted.....waiting...

12/26/07- Approval notice sent/ Card production ordered

Posted

I don't know if you went and reprinted everything out and filled it out again, but if you don't have the original package, I wouldn't bother at this point. It looks like you have all the necessary papers. Make extra copies of those though, so you can give them a copy if they need another one. Make sure you get your originals back. Best of luck and let us know how it goes!

Carla (F)

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