Another 221g from New Delhi, K-1

[Karri 0]

My fiance Sam had his interview today and got a 221g. Here's the list of things they want from us:

1) Notarized explanation of how and when you first met your fiancee and why you decided to get engaged - I wonder if they want this in Sam's writing instead of mine from his side/notary. Any advice on this one would be most appreciated, they apparently didn't like that we met in an Internet chat room.

2) List of all engagement ceremony guests, their relationship to you, their addresses and phone #'s, Please do not include immediate relatives. There was 8 people who weren't immediate relatives I hope that is good enough!

3) Itemized emails and/or postmarked letters or cards showing correspondence with your fiancee before and after the engagement ceremony. We already submitted that grrrr!!! But we'll do it again.

4) Photos of you and your fiance before, during, and after the engagement ceremony. We already submitted that grrrr!!! But we'll do it again.

5) Notarized copy of your fiance's passport - assuming this is to be done on my side from a U.S. Notary?

6) Voter's ID card and voter's list for yourself for the past 5 years. - Sam will have to figure out this one.

7) Notarized statement from your fiancee describing her ability to speak your language (Hindi/Punjabi/Other) and any specialized training she has received in the same - What the heck? We speak English to each other!!! Do you want me to print out the 6000 emails from the last 2 years?? Haha.

[ELW 5]

That's AWFUL I'm so sorry for you guys!! All you can do is gather what they ask and give it as soon as possible. Delhi keeps doing this to serious couples. At least there are a lot of people out there who can help you prepare. Wishing you all the best.

[Imua 0]

My fiance Sam had his interview today and got a 221g. Here's the list of things they want from us:

1) Notarized explanation of how and when you first met your fiancee and why you decided to get engaged - I wonder if they want this in Sam's writing instead of mine from his side/notary. Any advice on this one would be most appreciated, they apparently didn't like that we met in an Internet chat room.

2) List of all engagement ceremony guests, their relationship to you, their addresses and phone #'s, Please do not include immediate relatives. There was 8 people who weren't immediate relatives I hope that is good enough!

3) Itemized emails and/or postmarked letters or cards showing correspondence with your fiancee before and after the engagement ceremony. We already submitted that grrrr!!! But we'll do it again.

4) Photos of you and your fiance before, during, and after the engagement ceremony. We already submitted that grrrr!!! But we'll do it again.

5) Notarized copy of your fiance's passport - assuming this is to be done on my side from a U.S. Notary?

6) Voter's ID card and voter's list for yourself for the past 5 years. - Sam will have to figure out this one.

7) Notarized statement from your fiancee describing her ability to speak your language (Hindi/Punjabi/Other) and any specialized training she has received in the same - What the heck? We speak English to each other!!! Do you want me to print out the 6000 emails from the last 2 years?? Haha.

Wow, sounds like New Delhi is really putting people through the wringer... At least he wasn't denied outright and you guys have a chance...good luck!!!

[CJ Vasani 0]

K-1s are tricky when it comes to India, so good luck with this. I just can't believe some of the stuff that they are asking for! It's ridiculous how ####### they can get.

[Bani 0]

So sorry to hear this... I think New Delhi is always been little harsh on some people no matter what... But anyways, Best of Luck for the process...i am sure everything will be fine soon enough..

Bani

[Twisted K 2]

It looks like you have everything covered, I am sure you will be together soon . Good luck I wish I would have thought of this, but maybe you can fax a letter or something to the embassy asking for an extension, as I hear voter id's and list can take a little while.

[DanielParul 50]

This is just not right. The COs are not supposed to readjudicate the case, USCIS did that already. They are only supposed see if its an ongoing relationship or not. They just seem to forget their job and do everything else

Just hang in there. You both need to be patient because it might take a few weeks but it will be sorted. Work on getting the documents and it will be over soon and he will be on his way to you. You are in my prayers.

[catknit 144]

Just to add to the support here...be thorough and get that info back into VFS. You should be fine.

[classicrock68 0]

My fiance Sam had his interview today and got a 221g. Here's the list of things they want from us:

1) Notarized explanation of how and when you first met your fiancee and why you decided to get engaged - I wonder if they want this in Sam's writing instead of mine from his side/notary. Any advice on this one would be most appreciated, they apparently didn't like that we met in an Internet chat room.

2) List of all engagement ceremony guests, their relationship to you, their addresses and phone #'s, Please do not include immediate relatives. There was 8 people who weren't immediate relatives I hope that is good enough!

3) Itemized emails and/or postmarked letters or cards showing correspondence with your fiancee before and after the engagement ceremony. We already submitted that grrrr!!! But we'll do it again.

4) Photos of you and your fiance before, during, and after the engagement ceremony. We already submitted that grrrr!!! But we'll do it again.

5) Notarized copy of your fiance's passport - assuming this is to be done on my side from a U.S. Notary?

6) Voter's ID card and voter's list for yourself for the past 5 years. - Sam will have to figure out this one.

7) Notarized statement from your fiancee describing her ability to speak your language (Hindi/Punjabi/Other) and any specialized training she has received in the same - What the heck? We speak English to each other!!! Do you want me to print out the 6000 emails from the last 2 years?? Haha.

Karri - Looking at the list, it does not look too bad. Some I have seen been asked to provide wedding plans, like hall receipts, shopping receipts, invitation cards, guest lists (for the future wedding), etc..you name it and they have been approved. The above list does not seem to go there, which is good. You should have most of the things (heck you should have submitted all to begin with, right). I wonder if they ever looked at your file or they did and just want more. In my case, if you recall, they did not ask to see anything, but I had submitted the pkt 4 list, including emails and phone records (the VFS Kolkata office insisted that we do) and told us to take bday cards/other relationship docs with us to the interview..

Except for the Language (which I am still scratching my head over.. that raises many questions on many diff levels) and may be the Voter's Id, this list is doable.

Overload them with info. Get letters of support/approval from both your parents. Get testimonials from friends (have them notarized. I had them for my fiancee, just in case).

Good luck. Hope everything works out for the two of you soon. Stay strong. I know it is easier said than done, but stay focused and you will sail through.

[Karri 0]

Just to update everyone that we are about 75% done with our evidence gathering. Sam's already taken care of his voter's thingie. At first they told him to come back in two weeks and he pressed them and they said come back in two days. So he should get that on Friday.

I have a cover letter for the 221g that we'll both sign

I have a 5 page essay affidavit on how I met him and why I want to marry him, he'll do likewise so they get it from both of our sides

I have a one page affidavit on the language issue.

I have a one page affidavit on my passport copy.

I created 32 more pictures last night from stills from various videos we had during both my trips there. - Sam will print there.

I also color copied every hand written letter / card I have from him and envelope or if not why, received in big box with gift, no postmark available, or lost envelope, only have letter etc.

This is what I've learned from this experience. We originally had submitted about 36 pics and 40 emails but that clearly wasn't enough even though it showed a big date range of communication, they wanted more. We are now going to submit about 250 pics and a few hundred emails. So for those that haven't gotten this far yet in the process, BE PREPARED, volume of evidence is the key for New Delhi.

Once I get his stamp of approval on my affidavits I'm going to the bank to get them notarized and off to Fed Ex Kinkos to send him a package that should arrive there on Saturday. If he gets his voter thingie on Friday there is a possibility we can submit this back to VFS on Monday, just a week after his interview. Not bad if I do say so myself!

Never give up, never surrender! Roarrrr! =)

[Twisted K 2]

Great Job!! Sounds like you are well on your way

[ELW 5]

VERY impressive Karri! GOOD LUCK!!

[Karri 0]

Just to update everyone, Sam got his voter's list thingie today and didn't have to bribe them amazing! He did have to go back 3 times before they had it for him though. He also got it translated. Also, just to warn some people as it wasn't obvious to us, that you need to submit original letters and cards with envelopes (if you have them) not photo copies. They promise to return them later. We should be ready to submit our additional evidence on Monday or Tuesday at the latest. yay.

[Twisted K 2]

Here is keeping my fingers and toes crossed for you! Good luck!!

[trinket 30]

Just to update everyone, Sam got his voter's list thingie today and didn't have to bribe them amazing! He did have to go back 3 times before they had it for him though. He also got it translated. Also, just to warn some people as it wasn't obvious to us, that you need to submit original letters and cards with envelopes (if you have them) not photo copies. They promise to return them later. We should be ready to submit our additional evidence on Monday or Tuesday at the latest. yay.

Best wishes Seriously hope you guys come out of AP soon.