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J.M.

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    Marshall
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    Texas

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    Dallas TX
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    Philippines

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  1.    Dashinka reacted to a post in a topic: Deportations…
  2.    J.M. reacted to a post in a topic: January 2025 AOS Filers
  3.    Edward and Jaycel reacted to a post in a topic: My wife can't update her name on her Philippine passport since we cannot do a Report of Marriage. Will she still be able to travel outside the US?
  4. J.M.
    She can renew her passport when required, it will just still be in her maiden name. My ex renewed hers with no problems. As far as the Philippines is concerned, she is still single, until you file a ROM. I am surprised the consulate would not accept the Pennsylvania self-solemnized marriage certificate, especially since San Francisco specifically says self-solemnized is acceptable. Different places, of course, but it seems like they would be consistent. Houston Consulate (mine) does not mention it, but there are no states in its jurisdiction that allow it. Traveling on her PH passport is not a problem, as long as she has a marriage certificate copy with her to justify the name difference between her green card and passport.
  5.    Edward and Jaycel reacted to a post in a topic: i dont have police clearance from UAE
  6. J.M.
    Is it not possible to obtain a UAE police clearance unless you are physically in UAE to request it. You will not be expected to have UAE police clearance at the interview.
  7.    Geoffery reacted to a post in a topic: K1 Received in Manila Fiance told must have $4500 usd in personal account?
  8.    Geoffery reacted to a post in a topic: K1 Received in Manila Fiance told must have $4500 usd in personal account?
  9.    Adventine reacted to a post in a topic: K1 Received in Manila Fiance told must have $4500 usd in personal account?
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  11.    top_secret reacted to a post in a topic: K1 Received in Manila Fiance told must have $4500 usd in personal account?
  12. J.M.
    Have money for what? It has been noted several times by knowledgeable people here that have been through this process that she doesn't need to show any bank account evidence or have "available funds" to depart the Philippines as a K-1. They only money she needs is for the airport tax (1620 PESOS last time I checked), and some spare change for a bottle of water and baggage handler tips. If she, or the attorney, is still insisting that $4500 USD is needed, despite everyone here saying it is not, something is amiss. From the limited information here, my guess would be you would never see that $4500 or your fiancée again if you wind up sending it to her. I'm not trying to be judgmental or negative. I'm just going by the facts as you've told them. I sincerely hope there is a misunderstanding and everything works out.
  13.    top_secret reacted to a post in a topic: K1 Received in Manila Fiance told must have $4500 usd in personal account?
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  15. J.M.
    The only requirements for K-1 to depart the Philippines is visa, passport, CFO certificate, airport tax, and a ticket. Either she was processed incorrectly, or she didn't understand what they told her, or she is squeezing you for cash. I'm not making an accusation- I'm just listing the possibilities.
  16. J.M.
    Texas does not offer a divorce certificate. The decree you have is the correct, legal document. I will add that mine is stamped "certified true and correct copy" on each page. Hopefully the county stamp is a valid substitute for that statement. It seems like it would be. Take the entire decree with you.
  17. J.M.
    The only purpose for the sanctions was to get Colombia to accept their returning citizens, so of course they were dropped when Columbia agreed to do that.
  18. J.M.
    And hopefully passport stamps?
  19. J.M.
    Did your letters of intent include a "marry within 90 days" phrase or something similar? Did you describe your meeting circumstances on the I-129f? Including at least one meeting within the 2 years prior to filing date?
  20. J.M.
    Although the OP beneficiary is in the Philippines, the question was not asked specifically for the Philippines, so I answered it in general. You are correct that Manila typically does not ask for the I-134, but they can, so it is wise to have it just in case.
  21. J.M.
    Both are needed for K-1, but at different stages. I-134 is hand carried to interview by beneficiary. I-864 is sent with I-485 when adjusting status, after marriage.
  22. J.M.
    The NVC stage can take a few weeks to a few months. You cannot complete the DS-160 until your MNL case number is assigned by NVC. Yes, you can fill out the DS-160 for your fiancée. I did. You can save it as you go along. Eventually, you will get to a Sign and Submit page. At that point, your fiancée can log into the same account, review it, and sign it. I made all of her appointments for her. With the new website, you can pay the DS-160 fee online by CC.
  23. J.M.
    Was the marriage reported and recorded in the Philippines?
  24. J.M.
    My wife has 2 first names. She was able to use both, along with her maiden name for middle name, and my surname for her last name. The SS card is limited to 26 characters for first and middle names, then another 26 for last name and suffixes. Her SS card is: First1 First2 Maiden Last Just for info- SS only cares about your first and last name. Those must be on the card. Anything else on there (that will fit) is optional. What is printed on the card is not necessarily your complete legal name. You can have 14 first names, but only what will fit will be on the card. If all 3 names won't fit, at least make sure your preferred first name is on there.
  25. J.M.
    This is a Vietnam specific question. Have a look here: Vietnam - VisaJourney. There are several discussions about interview requirements there.
  26. J.M.
    A few days after entry to the US as a K-1, you can apply for a SS card (up the 75th day after arrival). Immigration will have you listed by your maiden name, so that is what you must use for your initial SS card. Some K-1's have had success getting the initial SS card name changed to married name by showing your marriage certificate. Most have not had luck doing that, so it just depends on the local office. As for EAD and green card, whatever name you use on the applications will be the name that is on your cards. If you use married name when applying for EAD and green card, they will be issued with your married name. Also, you can just check a box on the I-485 and I-765 petitions that will allow an updated (married name) SS card to be mailed to you. That is, by far, the easiest route to take. For me personally, there was no rush to get a SS card, so we didn't bother getting one until we filed I-485/I-765. I avoid government offices whenever possible.
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