Just to help myy friends along the way

[Nicole-N-Nattoy 24]

A lady from the embassy called Natoy and told him she was emailing packet 3. In her email she said to send in DS-156, DS-156k, DS-157, DS-230. THAT IS WRONG!! You are to only send in DS-230pt. 1 for and interview date.

Natoy then went and applied for a non-impediment to show he has never been married. Runs around 8,000JA.

After we sent in the DS-230pt1 there was another problem becuase in the email it also told us to send to Monroe RD. NO WE WERE TO SEND IT TO OLD HOPE RD. So Nattoy went and filled out another DS-230 and sent it to the right address.

Then a week went by and still no packet 4. So Nattoy emailed kingstonivinfo@state.gov. He put are case number on the subject line which will get you a faster response. Then BAM!!! 10 minutes later they emialed us packet 4!!!!!

WHICH READ:This office is ready to begin final processing of the immigrant visa applicant(s) named below in this case. We have scheduled an appointment for a visa interview in the Immigrant Visa section on the date printed below. This letter must be presented upon your arrival at this office on the appointment date.

Please see the enclosed information for further instruction about the medical examination required for all intending immigrants. Be sure to read all of the enclosed information and follow the instructions very carefully. When communicating with this office either by telephone or letter, please provide your name and case number exactly as shown in this letter.

After you receive your appointment letter, schedule your medical examination at least seven days prior to the date of your visa interview. The date of your visa interview appears on your appointment letter. Failure to complete your medical examination well in advance of your visa interview will result in delays with your visa application, so take your exam at the earliest opportunity.

There are three medical facilities authorized to perform examinations for immigrant visas. Have your exam done at the location most convenient for you. You must call ahead to schedule a specific appointment time with the doctor of your choice. You will pay the clinic’s fee when you arrive

K-1 (Fiance(e)) Visa Appointment Checklist

Please obtain all of the documents requested before the date of your interview. Failure to do so will result in delayed processing of your application.

_____Two completed copies of all application forms:

- Form DS-156 http://evisaforms.state.gov or http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html

- Form DS-156K (do not sign) http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html

- Form DS-157 http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html

_____Passport: Valid for travel 6 months beyond date of visa issuance.

_____Photographs: Six (6) color photographs that show a full front view of facial features.

¬¬¬_____Birth Certificate: Certified copy in the new style issued by the Registrar General’s Department on security paper for you and any accompanying children.

¬¬¬_____Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate or Divorce Decree: For all previous marriages.

_____Police Certificate: From all countries (including Jamaica) where you have resided for more than a year since your 16th birthday. Police certificates are valid for one year from the date of issuance.

_____Court Records: If you have been convicted of a crime or other offence, obtain a certified court record covering each offence.

_____Military Records: If you have served in the military.

_____Certificate(s) of Non-Impediment to Marriage: Issued by the Registrar General’s Department on security paper for you and any children aged 18 or older.

_____Evidence of Support: Typically, evidence submitted will consist of a Form I-134 http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html completed by the petitioning fiancé/fiancée along with the sponsor’s most current taxes and W2 statements, current bank statements, earnings statements, and an employment letter.

_____Medical Examination: For you and any accompanying children. Medical exams are valid for one year from the date of issuance.

_____Application Fee: You must pay the non-refundable US$350 visa fee (in Jamaican dollar equivalent) and obtain a receipt at any National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCB). Each applicant, including children, must pay the non transferable fee, which is valid for one year.

We hope the above information addresses any questions you may have regarding procedures to receive a fiancé/fiancée visa. If you have any other questions, please feel free to send an email to kingstonivinfo@state.gov or visit the U.S. Embassy website at http://kingston.usembassy.gov

So now Nattoy has everything he needs for his interview. Except the medical and police certificate. He is going to kingston 2maro to get his police certificate and fingerprints which will cost around 4,000 JA. He has scheduled a medical which will cost 100US at the door and aroud 50us for each additional shots he may need. Which shouldn't be much becuase he has his past vaccination records.

Closer to the interview he will get the passport pics he needs and I also sent him 5 passport pics just incase. He will also pay his visa fees at the apprpriate bank. I sent him everything he needs from me so I think after he gets police certificate and medical and pays fees we will be good to GO:) Hope this has helped.

[USColombia 6]

We're not at this stage yet, but this is a brilliant break down! Thanks in adcance!!!

[DarlingNikki 7]

Thanks much! This will be vry helpful indeed!

[Dave H 12]

A lady from the embassy called Natoy and told him she was emailing packet 3. In her email she said to send in DS-156, DS-156k, DS-157, DS-230. THAT IS WRONG!! You are to only send in DS-230pt. 1 for and interview date.

Natoy then went and applied for a non-impediment to show he has never been married. Runs around 8,000JA.

After we sent in the DS-230pt1 there was another problem becuase in the email it also told us to send to Monroe RD. NO WE WERE TO SEND IT TO OLD HOPE RD. So Nattoy went and filled out another DS-230 and sent it to the right address.

Then a week went by and still no packet 4. So Nattoy emailed kingstonivinfo@state.gov. He put are case number on the subject line which will get you a faster response. Then BAM!!! 10 minutes later they emialed us packet 4!!!!!

WHICH READ:This office is ready to begin final processing of the immigrant visa applicant(s) named below in this case. We have scheduled an appointment for a visa interview in the Immigrant Visa section on the date printed below. This letter must be presented upon your arrival at this office on the appointment date.

Please see the enclosed information for further instruction about the medical examination required for all intending immigrants. Be sure to read all of the enclosed information and follow the instructions very carefully. When communicating with this office either by telephone or letter, please provide your name and case number exactly as shown in this letter.

After you receive your appointment letter, schedule your medical examination at least seven days prior to the date of your visa interview. The date of your visa interview appears on your appointment letter. Failure to complete your medical examination well in advance of your visa interview will result in delays with your visa application, so take your exam at the earliest opportunity.

There are three medical facilities authorized to perform examinations for immigrant visas. Have your exam done at the location most convenient for you. You must call ahead to schedule a specific appointment time with the doctor of your choice. You will pay the clinic’s fee when you arrive

K-1 (Fiance(e)) Visa Appointment Checklist

Please obtain all of the documents requested before the date of your interview. Failure to do so will result in delayed processing of your application.

_____Two completed copies of all application forms:

- Form DS-156 http://evisaforms.state.gov or http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html

- Form DS-156K (do not sign) http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html

- Form DS-157 http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html

_____Passport: Valid for travel 6 months beyond date of visa issuance.

_____Photographs: Six (6) color photographs that show a full front view of facial features.

¬¬¬_____Birth Certificate: Certified copy in the new style issued by the Registrar General’s Department on security paper for you and any accompanying children.

¬¬¬_____Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate or Divorce Decree: For all previous marriages.

_____Police Certificate: From all countries (including Jamaica) where you have resided for more than a year since your 16th birthday. Police certificates are valid for one year from the date of issuance.

_____Court Records: If you have been convicted of a crime or other offence, obtain a certified court record covering each offence.

_____Military Records: If you have served in the military.

_____Certificate(s) of Non-Impediment to Marriage: Issued by the Registrar General’s Department on security paper for you and any children aged 18 or older.

_____Evidence of Support: Typically, evidence submitted will consist of a Form I-134 http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html'>http://kingston.usembassy.gov/fees/forms.html completed by the petitioning fiancé/fiancée along with the sponsor’s most current taxes and W2 statements, current bank statements, earnings statements, and an employment letter.

_____Medical Examination: For you and any accompanying children. Medical exams are valid for one year from the date of issuance.

_____Application Fee: You must pay the non-refundable US$350 visa fee (in Jamaican dollar equivalent) and obtain a receipt at any National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCB). Each applicant, including children, must pay the non transferable fee, which is valid for one year.

We hope the above information addresses any questions you may have regarding procedures to receive a fiancé/fiancée visa. If you have any other questions, please feel free to send an email to kingstonivinfo@state.gov or visit the U.S. Embassy website at http://kingston.usembassy.gov

So now Nattoy has everything he needs for his interview. Except the medical and police certificate. He is going to kingston 2maro to get his police certificate and fingerprints which will cost around 4,000 JA. He has scheduled a medical which will cost 100US at the door and aroud 50us for each additional shots he may need. Which shouldn't be much becuase he has his past vaccination records.

Closer to the interview he will get the passport pics he needs and I also sent him 5 passport pics just incase. He will also pay his visa fees at the apprpriate bank. I sent him everything he needs from me so I think after he gets police certificate and medical and pays fees we will be good to GO:) Hope this has helped.

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Thanks for this, very helpful

Just one question regarding : _Photographs: Six (6) color photographs that show a full front view of facial features. Does this mean any colour photos or passport style photos, and if passport style would they be US or UK size?

Many Thanks

Dave

Edited January 27, 2011 by Dave H

[Nicole-N-Nattoy 24]

They would be US passport size. I believe the exact measurments are on the kingston embassy website.

[Arther & Joi 0]

This is perfect thanks so much

The five passport photos you sent him, were the photos of you?

[payxibka 10,045]

moving thread to:

US Embassy and Consulate Discussion

This is the place to post your experiences or questions related to this last step before moving to the US. Topics relating to I-134's, packets sent from consulate and medical & police certificates should be posted here.

[Nicole-N-Nattoy 24]

Sorry I always post my stuff in the wrong place. I think I just figured out how to post in the appropriate place. Go to forums and then find which fits what I'm talking about I think

[Nicole-N-Nattoy 24]

This is perfect thanks so much

The five passport photos you sent him, were the photos of you?

Yes they were..I got them made a CVS, and made sure my hair was up...I can't remeber exactly what he needs them for, but I remeber reading he would.