list of documents to prepare for K-1 interview

LIST OF DOCUMENT/THINGS TO PREPARE FOR K-1 INTERVIEW

I. COPY OF ORIGINAL I-129F FILING/ ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS UPON INTERVIEW  
(for the step by step instruction on how to fill out this form check this website:     
                        http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/I-129F

1.      Cover letter

2.      Form I-129F

4.      Declaration of how you met in person in the last two years.  
This should be a single typed page attachment regarding question 18 of the I-129F Make sure to sign and date it. Notarized.

5.      Original statements 
(from both the US Citizen and foreign fiancé/e) certifying an intent to marry within 90 days of entering the US on a valid K-1.

6.      Proof of having met in past two years

      The following items will not typically show proof of having met in the last two years however will show proof of an ongoing relationship:

o   Copies of phone bills

o   emails (you can edit personal info with a marker)

o   cards inside the original envelope(to document the date they were sent)

o   also include a copy of engagement ring receipt

Copies of all :

o   airline boarding passes

o   itineraries

o   hotel receipts

o   passport stamps (make sure you can read the dates on the stamps)

o   other documentary evidence that you have met within the last two years. You may want to highlight or place post-it notes indicating the dates and locations on the copies (to make the adjudication easier) for the person reviewing your file.

o   Color Photo's of you and your fiance(e) together. Make sure you write your names, date, and location on the back of every photo. Provide two to five photo's. If you only have a single copy of the photo, then make a color copy and send that. Place photo's in a plastic bag or photo sheet and label the sheet. Note that you may not receive originals of photo's back.

 Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present

7.      Attachment page of I-129-F

8.      G-325A filled out by the US Citizen signed and dated Attachment page of his G-325A

9.      G-325A filled out by the foreign fiancé(e) signed and dated

10.  Copy of the Birth certificate 
 (front and back) for the US Citizen or 
a  copy of ALL pages of the US Citizen's passport 
issued with a validity of at least 5 years or 
a copy of the US Citizen's naturalization certificate 
 (front and back). This is used to establish citizenship.

11.  Certified True Copy of Divorce Decree.

12.   Notarized (not necessarily) Affidavit of Intent to marry  from US Citizen and Foreign Fiance(e)
Sample pic of NOA1

II.                UPON NOA2 RECEIVED

1. wait 3-5 business day or 1 week from after receiving noa2 hard copy

2.  call  NVC (603-334-0700),

- ask the the nvc agent if they already have your MNL number.

- if they tell you they don't have it yet, then you can call them back the next day

- once you have your MNL case number:  ask them if when did they released your file for US embassy here in the Philippines. If they tell you its still in the process then you have to wait 2 days again then  call them back.

- "you need to know releasing date of your physical file so you will know and estimate when you will be illegible to schedule an appointment online".
- Make sure you get 
1) MNL case number and 
2) the day it left the NVC. 


3. you can email the NVC too. 

- click compose message, write your USCIS case number, petitioner's name,and beneficiary's name.

- attached to that your intent to know if they already obtain MNL case number.

- write them (kulitin nyo) 3 consecutive days.   
I-M-P-O-R-T-A-N-T:  FOR THIS THEY WILL REPLY YOUR EMAIL AND WILL SEND YOU A CONFIRMATION THAT THEY HAVE YOUR MNL CASE NUMBER THAT YOU ARE ELLIGIBLE FOR THE NEXT PROCESS. with your NVC elligibility letter you will be able to proceed to medical just by printing the email confirmation because in this email your mnl case is visible.   NVC email address NVCInquiry@state.gov
 Once you have the MNL Case no.:

- At this point, you can track your case through DHL by following the instructions in this
thread. When you read it, you will see why you need the day your case left the NVC.
track your case through DHL by following the instruction:

How to track case through DHL:

1- when you know from AVR that your case was forward to embassy ( mm/dd/yyyy) lets take an example case forward to embassy March 20th 2009
2- go to http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=8350575787119839154&postID=2263707127940175917

- then under track list click on track reference
- put the reference in this form  EXP   19   MAR   2009A and click track
- now we've seen its completed in both but we searched in 19th yes because they schedule shipping day before so DHL know in advance when they will ship it so day before will be your exact day for NVC shipping your case to your embassy 
- You can see how many cases left NVC. Cases sent to the Philippines is the one that is yours.

 - After your case arrived in Phil. Consulate you can email NOW the Embassy at IVManilaReplies@state.gov, you will get a reply within 3 days. Ask them if they already have your case, this will also make them input your case number in their system, and will inform you how to schedule.

3.      pay the visa fee at BPI.

      - bring passport  and the money ($350 (to be paid in PHP)).‎15,400 (depends on the exchange rate)
      - make sure they give you your receipt because you will need to take this with you to your interview. (do not lose the receipt. this is important during the interview)

4.      then start calling to schedule your interview after 1-2 weeks, once you have done this, 
     - they will send you an email with your interview appointment verification
     - within philippines (02) 902-8930 and  (02) 982-5555  or check.
     - get on the phone or online every afternoon trying to schedule your interview. and wait for their confirmation email. 
     - find out when they received your case
- or call from cellphone to USEM : 3012000
for chatting online with a US Embassy representative: http://www.ustraveldocs.co​m/ph/ph-main-chat.asp 
compatible lg yung chat with the ff browsers ....On Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98 and Windows 95:
Internet Explorer version 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0
Netscape version 6,7.0,7.1
Netscape Communicator version 4.7
Mozilla Firefox version 1.0.4, 2.x, 3.0

On Windows XP:
Internet Explorer version 6.0, 7.0, 8.0

On Mac OS:
Internet Explorer version 5.0, 5.5
Netscape version 6.1
Netscape Communicator version 4.7 

5.      you can do online appointment too  

http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ph/    

For the Priority date required: You can find that from 1-797, Notice of action (NOA1)
Case ID: that is your MNL number. you can find this on the NVC Letter/ an email from the US Embassy

For online scheduling guide:              
check Pretty Ladies  facebook

6.      Print Maps/addresses/contact numbers  printouts for CFO locations, Embassy, St Luke's

III.             MEDICAL EXAMINATION AT ST. LUKE’S MEDICAL CENTER EXTENSION CLINIC
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/221658-st-lukes-medical-exam-walkthrough/ can proceed with the medical even without visa payment.    
SLEC official website infos about the medical : 
http://www.slec.ph/us-visa-applicants.shtml#required-exams
- you can have your medical before menstruation and 1 week after menstruation. as long as there's no period yet you can go for your medical. Urine exam is for pregnancy test only as what I've knew of.
-wear loose dress is the best, easy to take off  or any comfortable outfit. jeans are common though. for those with long hair, you can bring clamps but clips are available in the xray room. no worries for that.

For the appointment letter to print:
 email the embassy at IVManilaReplies@state.gov to find out if your case has been received.
That way, if your letter does not arrive in time, you will have some documentation with your case number on it.
To ensure a prompt response, include the applicant’s last, first & middle name, MNL case number, and visa class (K1 visa).
I got a response in about 3 business days.
http://buhaynamakulay.posterous.com/my-medical-examination-at-st-lukes-extension
Then, you can print the email showing your case number and take it with you to the medical and interview. 

1. Valid passport (have it photocopy)

2. 4x recent 2x2 visa photos white background, with both ears uncovered and without    earrings.

3. Appointment letter from the Embassy 2x photocopies or Instruction letter from the  National Visa Center (NVC)  if available and bring the original
For the appointment letter to print:
email the embassy at IVManilaReplies@state.gov to find out if your case has been received.
That way, if your letter does not arrive in time, you will have some documentation with your case number on it.
To ensure a prompt response, include the applicant’s last, first & middle name, MNL case number, and visa class (K1 visa).
Then, you can print the email showing your case number and take it with you to the medical and interview.  

(sample pic below)

4. Fee of USD 213.35 (payment must be in pesos equivalent)

5. Copy of NVC letter sent to petioner that your petition is being sent to Manila (Petitioner should get that soon)

7.  Online appointment schedule of SLEC
http://www.slec.ph/us/registration/
Click the link above and download the registration form and fill it up. This will save you time. Needs to be done a week before interview date at least. 
For the question "Point of Entry" or POE just pick any international airport near your Fiance's home if there's no specific POE you have chosen yet. It doesn't matter if that isn't the one you actually arrive at
 

8.      Black ballpen

9.    jacket (it’s cold inside)
10. copy of medical records of previous surgical operations / diseases

11.    Misc:
 
- Bottled water. Foods are not allowed, but you can slip through hiding your crackers somewhere in your bag.

10.  i'd suggest to go there at least 7:30am coz you`ll still get done at 12noon to 1pm...to be able to breeze through everything before lunch. But they said going in the afternoon, there would be fewer people and the process would be faster.
- St Lukes is walk in and cost is about 9100 pesos (change without prior notice.this depends on the dollar-peso rate


you`ll be having your medical the whole morning and most likely you`ll get done by lunch time and you will just come back on the next day, to know your result, if you pass then you`ll get vaccinated...they`ll just give instructions afterwards...

- or you can go after lunch too. Less people during that time.
- On the second day of the 2-day medical exam, upon reaching SLEC, you have to hand the paper they'll give you on the first day (like a clearance paper) to the guard-on-duty. There will be different stamps available but if he stamps 'for immunization' means that you passed!

V.                During the Interview, Pls bring the following documents: 
tips for the interview:
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/327869-tips-during-interview/

PRIORITY THINGS TO BE WITH ME:

1.      Rosary and MOST OF ALL Prayers

2.      Cross prayer 
3.      engagement ring

4.      Interview Appointment Schedule (Email)

6.      Receipt of visa payment $ 350 (pay in pesos equivalent to the dollar rate) at BPI (valid for one year)

7.  black and Blue Pen

8.  Jacket

9.  2x Visa Photographs  
http://travel.state.gov/visa/visaphotoreq/photocomptemplate/photocomptemplate_5330.html
photos may be pasted on the DS 156 forms at home

10. wallet 

*PROOF OF ONGOING RELATIONSHIP

              (updated/before and after submission of K1 application)

Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)

1.      Yahoo messenger chats

2.      Nuera monthly phone bills

3.      Receipt of package sent to Rene

4.      Western Union Receipts

5.      emails (you can edit personal info with a marker)

6.      cards (edit personal info.  also. include the envelope)

7.      Yahoo messenger voice calls

8.      Yahoo messenger chat pictures

9.       Rene Itinerary of Plane flights from US to Phils, from Phils to US

10.   Rene and Cherubim’s Print Out Ticket and Boarding Pass going to Tacloban,Cebu,back to Tacloban

11.   Rene Print Out Ticket going back to Manila from Tacloban

12.   Cherubim’s Print Out Ticket going to Manila from Tacloban to meet Rene

13.   Hotel Receipts

14. pictures of meeting with mama lydia


EVIDENCE OF A GENUINE ENGAGEMENT 

1. Evolution of Relationship Letter Cover 'events' with date stamps, describe how the relationship has evolved (without getting acerbic or sappy), describe the communication abilities between you two and what languages are used 
2. All pictures (date and time along with description of who, what, where etc) 
- bring the album to the interview just in case you need to show more
3. Engagement ring 
4. Receipt of engagement ring
5. And pictures of gifts received
6. Fiancé & Fiancée letters of intent (updated) must be original in context. You can keep the letter of intent by yourself and show it to the embassy when they will ask for it (just in case the previous intent to marry sent on the original application were lost)

7. messages in facebook from sarah and patricia
8. pictures of our relationship status in facebook 
DS FORMS 


1. 2x  DS-156 NONIMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION  (has to be filled out online) 
- Affix your photo on both DS 156 forms. 2 copies with answers and signature & 2
copies blank copies. (for back up)
for the photo requirements:
http://travel.state.gov/visa/visaphotoreq/visaphotoreq_5334.html
tips on answering the ds-156 form
http://www.immihelp.com/visas/ds156.html
http://www.visajourney.com/content/examples

- On DS156, when do you intend to arrive in the US, fill it
handwritten with month and year, if you don't know exact date.   
FAQ: 1. What does the National Identification Number on Item 14 mean?
FAQ :2. When do I sign my DS-156? now or during the interview?
ANS: National Identification Number means if you are a citizen of
another country, and that country has any such number, then write it in the box. My fiance
at the time left the box blank.
2. My fiance signed it before the interview. The DS-156K is signed in front of the CO.  
Download form here:
https://evisaforms.state.gov/ds156.asp 

for latest form: http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/forms/ 
updated DS-156 form   Here's the link :

http://evisaforms.state.gov/ 

if you got problems with properly viewing the whole form :What I did was refresh my
browser until the questions show up. If it doesn't, try to restart your pc, empty your
browser cache, then fill up the form again... if it still doesn't display right, refresh the
browser again until the pdf is correctly displayed.. I did this a couple of times today...
used Mozilla and IE7...  

FAQ:  Hello! ! Just wanna ask if I need to paste or staple the 2x2 picture in the DS-156 Form and sign it before coming to the interview?Thanks in advance and have a blessed day to all.
ANS: Just take the pictures with you, and they can attach it to the DS 156 there at the embassy. No need to do it yourself. You have to sign 2 ORIGINAL DS 156 though before your interiew.
For printing: fill the form first before clicking the continue cause if you click continue without completing the form, you can't edit it anymore.
Once you're done and clicked the continue...the barcode will come out on the printed DS 156
All the DS 156 forms should have the same barcode.. They should match both of the DS 156 forms. DS Forms will be given on the entrance of the embassy together with the appointment letter.
Make sure you pasted your ID pictures with the 2 copies of the DS forms and place your signature and write down the date of your interview. This is only for DS 156 not DS 156K. Do not affix your signature in DS 156K. You'll sign it in front of the Consul.
Your ID pictures will not fit the box on the DS 156. That's normal. Aside from these ID's pasted here in DS 156 and on the medical, no other ID's are needed. Make sure it's 2x2 US visa Id picture. The face on the US visa ID pictures is bigger that our normal 2x2 ID pictures.
    

FAQ: good afternoon pretty ladies may ask sana ako ano ba nilagay nyo sa DS156 Box no.: 27 What is the purpose of your trip and for no. 26: should I answer "permanently"? on the question "how long do you intent to stay in the US?ANS:  Purpose of Trip: to marry my fiance(fiance's name)
Number 26: permanently
FAQ: number 28. who will pay for your trip?
ANS: Place the name of your Fiance
  DS-156, however, must be fully completed online and printed from the PDF generated by the website after clicking "Continue." 
FAQ: yung mga forms mo ba like DS-156, DS-156k, DS-157, sa short bond paper mo lang pinrint? saka back to back ba yung pag print or bawat page isang bond paper? kase diba yung DS-156 3 pages yun diba?  
ANS: sa 2 at 3.. sa 2 3 bond papers yung sa ds 156 wlang back to back.. sa 3 may space yung pic ko kac 2x2 eh
DS-156 must be fully completed and printed from the website http://evisaforms.state.gov. When you click "Continue," the site generates a unique barcode containing all the info on the form. If you leave blanks to be filled in, the barcode will not correspond to the form data. The consulate may well reject this form and send your fiancee out to redo and reprint the form, leading to delays.
(sample pic below)
 

2.   1x  DS-156K NONIMMIGRANT FIANCE VISA APPLICATION 
  http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1forms


. Print extra DS blank forms just in case there’s an error. Do not sign this document. You will sign it in front the consul.

3. 1x DS- 157 
 2 copies with answers. And 2 copies as blank copies.
Print extra DS blank forms just in case there’s an error. 
Check your DS157 the portion where it says, DO NOT FILL... intends to marry __________ put your fiancé’(e)s name but do not sign it yet
Download form here:
http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/126741.pdf 


FAQ:  D-S 157 Q#10  list all countries that have ever issued you a passport?...;)
 ANS: PHILIPPINES 
FAQ: sa ds 157k ,anu ba answer sa numebr 3 full name in (native alphabet) 
FAQ: at sa number 17. list all education insituation you attend or have attended,, include vocational insituations but not elementary schools? any sagot mga sis sa number 3 at kailangan ba fill upon ang number 17?
ANS:  full name, college and highschool, yun ang nilagay ko.. okay naman.. :)

DS-157 is not an online form. It can be fully completed in pen or ink. DS 157 can be completed online too and have it printed.
Yes, DS-157 can be downloaded in PDF format and completed on the computer. Filling it out on the computer is not required, however. It can be filled out by hand in part or in full.




*PROOF OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT 

1.      I-134 Affidavit of Support form. (must be ORIGINAL AND NOTARIZED (not necessarily)
Ensure it is originally signed, with all required supporting evidence. Begin collecting the required information ahead of time, as it can often take several weeks to collect it all.
Download form at: 

http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-134.pdf

for sample form:
http://www.visajourney.com/examples/Form-I-134.pdf 
 for form with sample answers:
: http://www.visajourney.com/examples/Form-I-134.pdf

FAQ: have question po for I-134. Did your hubby answer the personal property and it's value? Wala kami sagot diyan kasi wala siyang property..  

ANS: Just be honest in it :)

FAQ: "On the I-134 can I leave section 7 questions about bank accounts and personal property blank if I have income that's much higher than poverty level? Does anyone know if this is acceptable to the Manila embassy? 

ANS: In my case, my fiance had more than the poverty level too but we were told to include bank accounts and his real properties, because these items also appear in the Income tax return. my visa was approved without too much questions from the consul.

ANS: yes he can leave it blank.ganun sa akin..as long as meets the poverty guideline ok na kahit wlang bank acounts sis 

 ANS: at saka wag kalimutan sa co-sponsor kailngan meron din cyang parang explanation letter..i intent to blah blah parang sulat lang,,

FAQ: question lang po para sa mga sis na K1 visa, sobrang naguguluhan lang ako..1. ask ko lng sana if yung sa I-134 na form(yung sa income tax return or affidavit of support)ano yung answer niyo sa number 11? eto po ung question sa number 11:
 

ANS: The sentence on the form reads " That I ___ intend __ do not intend to make specific contributions to the support of the person(s) named in item 3(fiancee/beneficiary yung tinutukoy sa item #3). 

FAQ: alin yung chineckan nyo dun? i intend or i DO NOT intend? or hindi mo na lang chineckan yung mga box, nilagay mo nlng ba: N/A( K1 visa process for permanent residence) like yung sample sa VJ forum na forms.

 ANS: sis yung hubby ko ang ngfill up ng form I-134, tapos ni-mark nya yung I intend... tapos inilagay nya I intend to provide blah blah bla

ANS: hi sis, yung example kasi na form sa visa journey, walang box na naka check, then nilagyan nlng ng: N/A( K1 visa process for permanent residence).. sabi din ni sis kel, ganun yung answer nya pero chineck yung i intend na box tapos sinulat din nya: but intend to support : name of fiancee* indefinitely.. baka ganun na lang din gawin ko... =)

FAQ: How do I answer Question 11 - that I "intend" or "do not intend"
... to make specific contributions to the support to the person named in item 3 (namely, my fiancee).

The question doesn't really make sense for a fiancee visa (or maybe I'm just missing something).

Thanks again for all the helpful information on this site, especially from this thread. 

ANS: N/A ( K1 visa process for permanent residence ) 

ANS: Check do not. This area is intended to identify someone that would be giving a limited amount of support for a specific time.
You could write below on the lines a note indicating all needed support will be provided. Same for co sponsor.  

2.      US Federal Tax income(Form 1040) for at least 3 yrs, including 2008,2009,2010
  to request for a copy of your Fiance's IRS, here's the link:
http://www.irs.gov/faqs/content/0,,id=199831,00.html  
 (sample pic below)




3.   Pay stubs  (For at least 3 months)

5.  Form W-2 (sample pic below)

(optional) also make word excel print out showing that for the past 9 months that my fiancé(e) has been continuously working, he made more than the poverty guideline 

5.      Employment verification (stating salaries and bonuses for at least 1 yr; date and nature of employment; employment tenure/ status.) a signed letter from your employer listing your job title, start date, your salary, and the status (full-time) of your position.

6.      Account Statement from the bank (optional)(for at least 1 year) this is where the movement of your account is reflected.


7.      Bank statement or other institutions with deposits signed by an officer (optional) which should include date account opened; total amount deposited for the past year; and present balance. 
call the your banking institution and let them know that you are requesting a statement on company letterhead indicating when you opened your accounts, last years average and current deposits. Tell the bank that this is a third party request from the Departement of Immigration which they should put attention to in there letter to you. 

8.      Statements/ Copies of assets – vehicle, house, bonds, etc  (optional)

for co - sponsor:
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/265300-co-sponsor-for-fiancee-visa/

would fill out the same form as you would (I-134) and include their own evidence for income/assets used. which includes: income tax for the past 3 years (Form 1040 and Form 1041), w-2 for the last 9 months, employment certification, bank statements, copies of assests

copy of naturalization certificate/american passport 

 letter of intent to support beneficiary


RENE’S PROOF OF IDENTITY 


1.      Naturalization Certificate
in case certificate is lost: go to USCIS website. search form N- 545. fill up and submit. with fee of $345

2.      Passport (photocopy)

3.      Driver's license (photocopy)
4. NSO Birth Certificate (get from Leah) 
5.      Certified True Copy of Divorce decree 

6. RFE documents
( if you had any)

*CHERUBIM’S PROOF OF IDENTITY


1.          NSO Birth Certificate (with receipt)

2.          NBI Clearance  
-Must not be more than 6 months remaining of validity during the interview Clearances
should be in the applicant’s current name, birth certificate name, maiden name and any
aliases or nicknames used, including different spellings you have used of those names. 
- For Travel Abroad/ USA purposes, an NBI clearance is valid for one (1) year from the date it was
issued.
http://www.nbi.gov.ph/Clearance/Advisory.htm
3.         NSO Copy of Certificate of No Marriage (CENOMAR)
Must not be more than 6 months remaining of the validity during the interview. for visa purpose..yun lang...hehe
 
4.         Baptismal Certificate 
5.         College Diploma (BS Nursing UV)
6.         College TOR (BS Nursing UV)
7.         Employment Certificate (DOLE, Hinunangan RHU)
8. a copy of resume
9.         Cherubim’s Community Tax Certificate (CEDULA)
10.         My Passport 
Signed passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of intended departure from the United States. The passport must be in good condition, i.e., photo lamination is undamaged, and all passport pages are intact 
11. for the delivery of your visa and passport you can address it to nearest 2Go if you think your province is far and will probably reach 1-2 weeks delivery process. I had addressed mine in SM Mall of Asia 2-4 days your visa will be ready for pick-up (not included nonworking days). For some who want the address here it is: 
 2Go Mall of Asia
contact number  +6325287-136 

Track you visa at 2go website using your passport number or a special number given to you by 2go. email the US embassy stating your passport no., receipt no., interview date and ask them of the status of your visa 5 days after your interview. Here's the link to the 2go website: 
http://www.2go.com.ph/CustomerSupport/tools/tracking.asp

For opening the visa packet: just cut a small slit on the outside plastic enough to get your passport. Keep the package intact for the POE. Immigration officer in the POE will be the one to open the yellow packet. This is very important.

ANS: Just go to USEM nlng Sis and don't even try to staple it yourself as it may seem to be tampered na and that will 'cause another problem. It shouldn't be a big problem nman siguro, I got my visa today too and di ko na tlga tinanggal from the pouch yung yellow folder,kinuha ko lang yung passport ko by making a little slit sa gilid. 2 staples lang kasi yung ginamit it will be easily detached tlga. Hope your situation will be resolved. God Bless. 

UNDER RE-Editing: From this part down. Sorry...

VI.             CFO Seminar

St. Mary Euphrasia Foundation-Center for Overseas Workers (SMEF-COW) or the People's Reform Initiative for Social Mobilization, Inc. (PRISM).
 open from monday to friday from 8a.m to 5p.m this is a walk-in registration one whole day seminar.
The registration will start at 8a.m.
We are located at no. 60 3rd floor Ayaay Arcade Gen. Maxilom Ave. Cebu City right across
University of San Carlos North Campus.
You can contact us at tel. no. 032 2353745.

Schedule of Counseling session 


North America
United States of America
Monday to Friday
10:00 am
1:30 pm
3:30 pm 
South / Latin American Countries
Monday
3:30 pm


You may avail of the Guidance and Counseling Session even while you are still processing or
waiting for your visa. If such is the case, you will only be issued the GCC. Once your visa is
released, you will return to CFO to continue with your registration. The CFO sticker will then be
affixed on your passport.                                                                                       
You will pay a fee totaling PhP 650.00. The PhP 250.00 is paid as counseling fee at
SMEF-COW or PRISM while the PhP 400.00 is for registration at the CFO. 


Important Notes:

- The CFO and SMEF-COW have offices in Metro Manila and Metro Cebu. PRISM is in Metro Manila only. Visit the offices where it is most convenient.

- Please check the schedule of the counseling session before proceeding to SMEF-COW or PRISM because it is country-specific and the slots are only limited. It is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

- You may avail of the Guidance and Counseling Session even while you are still processing or waiting for your visa. If such is the case, you will only be issued the GCC. Once your visa is released, you will return to CFO to continue with your registration. The CFO sticker will then be affixed on your passport.

- You will pay a fee totaling PhP 650.00. The PhP 250.00 is paid as counseling fee at SMEF-COW or PRISM while the PhP 400.00 is for registration at the CFO
  
Requirements for Registration 


1. Original and photocopy of Passport;
2. Original and photocopy of visa;
visa number: pula ang kulay sis..
3.Original and photocopy of Immigrant Data Summary for US bound/ Confirmation of Permanent
Residence for Canada bound/ Certification of Eligibility (for Japan-bound);
- data immigrant summary for those with K3/CR1 visas
4. Original CFO guidance and counseling certificate;
5. Duly completed emigrant registration form; and 

http://www.cfo.gov.ph/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1348:fiancee-spouses-and-other-partners-of-foreign-nationals&catid=140 

6. Payment of the authorized registration fee. 
7. BC
8. CENOMAR
9. NBI
charge a lot (P5/page) for the photo copies so I suggest you bring 3 photo copies of your visa & passport before going there, plus the original.

Prepare to answer a number of forms: 1 for the counseling (back-to-back), 1 for CFO (back-to-back), 1 for Metrobank card, 2 take-home forms and 1 survey form. Bring your fiance's info sheet. You will need data like his mother's maiden name, zipcode, his college or vocational degree, his parent's contact info if he doesn't have a landline. They will require you to give 4 contact numbers (2 from you and 2 from your fiance) - if you don't have a landline you can include your parent's number or your closest friend. You can bring your cellphone to copy contact info or text/call your fiance if you have questions.
Eat before you go there, you will be hungry once it's over. 
Requirements for Attendance to Guidance and Counseling Program  



1.Two (2) valid identification cards (IDs) with photograph;
2. Duly completed guidance and counseling form;
3. If married, certified true copy and photocopy of marriage contract on security paper from the National Statistics Office, or Local Civil Registry Offices; or original and photocopy of marriage contract duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/ Consulate (if married abroad) Other documents as may be required by the counselors; and
4. Payment of P250.00 counseling fee. 


PROCESS: SMEF - COW


- People behind the window will call name one by one according to the list on that paper that seminarians log in.
- make all documents ready and arranged it accordingly:


- Birth Certificate (Original from NSO and Photocopy),  

- Marriage Certificate (Original from NSO and photocopy),  

- Divorced Paper of my husband (Original and Photocopy),  

- Birth Certificate of my Husband (Original and Photocopy)

- Photocopy of the two of you in a  picture (not necessarily a wedding pics - any pics that you are together),

- Photocopy of two identification (ID with your picture - I photocopied my PRC ID and POSTAL ID,

- Fiance/Husband passport and ID (Photocopy).

Sometimes they will ask if you are the first person that my fiance/husband petitioned and I said YES,

and she handed me the form to be fill up and I paid P250.00 pesos and go back to my chair and

fill up the form

Note: Some documents are also very important as what I observed:


-  Copy of the legal capacity
- Copy of the passport of your fiance/husband
- Copy of Immigration stamped at your husband's passport if he married a Filipina more than once; in some case they just want a copy of it to check your husband's arrival in the Philippines.(The nun will explain it during the seminar).
- Copy of your visa (If you already have the visa)
- Copy of husband's or fiancee Birth certificate
- Copy of Husband's or Fiancee Passport


fill up the form and make sure you do know your husband/fiance's important details or memorize 
your husband's /fiance's whereabouts. (Note: You need to know the information about your
husband or fiance well. His name, birthday, address,work, work address, educational attainment,
course, how many times he got married (if divorced), his arrival in the Philippines,how you met,
where you met, etc) You can finish filling up the form quickly and save your money if you did this.
You can observe during the seminar that some of the fiancee and wives don't know what is the
work of their husband/fiance and work address. They Mostly relied to the papers that they are
holding (like copy of passport, birth cert, marriage cert) where in some personal info their
husband's or fiance can't be found.Some made a call to their sweetheart abroad to ask about
these things and it cost money of course.(Phone calls)


- While the rest still filling the form, the guy behind the window call names again. This time it's for
picture taking.
- After Photo taking, everyone will  gather in a room with a TV. Firstly, the nun showed us a
clippings that they gathered from "Magandang Gabi Bayan" as ANdz and FAith mentioned. It
isn't that bad though. It will makes us awaken to the real world. It is a sort of reminder, warning,
since we are going to the foreign country. Mostly,  Complains and report of Filipina abused by
their foreign husband. But nothing to be worry or afraid of if you only know the person you will
marry or get married in most part. Yes, the nun was little bit strict. She is trying to put or planted in
your head and heart that we married a foreigner because of "LOVE" and not for money. That our
main purpose is to be a Wife. I didn't regret that I attended the seminar, I learned a lot like
upgrading ourselves, love our husband, etc.....The seminar will last for more or less 2 hours. After
that, all american fiancee and spouses stayed in the room and the fiancee and spouses of other
national went to other room. for USC fiancee and spouses, you will stay.  Another woman will
give a briefing about American culture, port of entry, different kind of visas, visa adjustment,
etc.....


- Lunch break


- After Lunch, some will be called back to go inside to finish filling their forms. While others will
be called by a nun and another woman for individual counseling .Be sure to fill out the forms early
so you will not be those who will be called again.


- Some will be interviewed by  a Nun others like social worker. It wold be fine. She will ask
questions about your husband/fiance, his arrival, how you met, where you met, how long have you
met, if ever he was been married before, how many times he went to the Philippines, etc.....Very
simple questions if you only know your husband or fiancee well. Big age difference is not really an
issue.  Nothing to be afraid. Just know your honey well.


- The Nun will approve and you pick up my SMEF-COW Certificate (BLUE) from the guy
behind the window and he will advise you to go to CFO Office to pick up the CFO
CERTIFICATE (Green).

- In going to the  CFO Office you can ride a jeepney. The woman told us to photocopy our
SMEF-COW Certificate (blue) and went to her with our P400 pesos and she issued us the
CFO certificate (Green).


- If you have your passport with your visa they will put the sticker to your visa automatically. But if
you don't have the visa yet, they will only give you the Green CFO CErtificate. CFO Sticker can
be claim either in Cebu or Manila if you get your visa. (Don't ever lost your CFO Certificate
(Green) as you needed it to get your CFO Sticker stamped or attached to your visa before
departure to foreign country.



-You could finish everything in  1 day.


- 3 copies of her visa, 3x passport biographic page, pen,
then download the necessary form 
that she needs to fill out and she also needs to fill out one form too when she get there
- after that, she should pay the fees no need to bring pictures if you go to that place.
- Cebu only accepts 15 for a seminar, but some said they could accommodate more than 20
there in all, although there were only 8 of them in the American seminar (for those traveling to
U.S.)
hello... for those who attend the cfo seminar just want to ask if i should bring the Immigrant Data Summary for USA-bound emigrant?.. but im confused because it has instruction that it must not be detached.. should i photocopy it?.
photocopy your Immigrant data summary...do not detach it from the yellow packet as you will have difficulty at the POE immigration...the security guard at the CFO told me to be careful with the immigrant data summary ...goodluck!
For POE:
At the airport, you need to have handy access to the passport-with-visa, and the do-not-open packet (which is surrendered at Immigration). You'll have been told to be ready to present the chest x-ray, but they probably won't care. That's all you need for an airport PoE.

The most important thing at an airport PoE is to ensure, before leaving the customs area, that you have an I-94 form stapled into your passport, and that ALL of the information on it is 100% correct. Triple check the spelling of your name, and anything else written on it. Correcting it later is a pain in the rear.

FAQ:  guys ask qu lng sa form i-485 anu ung cnsvng A#? and ung i-94# ba is ung no. na nklgy sa i-94 ntn ung admission number? salamat
A# is the number sa visa page mo below sa address ng fiance mo that starts w/ A followed by 9 numeric numbers, it can also be found on your NOA2 copy. i94# is right its the admission number


For AOS:


http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1k3aos

form i-485 anu ung cnsvng A#? and ung i-94# ba is ung no. na nklgy sa i-94 ntn ung admission number? salamat

A# is the number sa visa page mo below sa address ng fiance mo that starts w/ A followed by 9 numeric numbers, it can also be found on your NOA2 copy. i94# is right its the admission number
Definition of terms:
I-94# - Is the admission/departure number on the I-94 card (full image here: http://www.visajourney.com/gallery/albums/...mmigration1.jpg )
A# number - Alien number - can sometimes be found on your visa under "annotation" starting with A0 then 8 digits. Also found on your NOA2 above the beneficiaries name (image here: http://www.visajourney.com/gallery/albums/...F-NOAs/NOA2.jpg )
AOS - Adjustment of Status - Applied for after entering the US on a K1 visa and marrying within 90 days. Changes status to "conditional permanent resident" and you will be sent a green card. This process takes around 90 days however it can take MUCH longer.
AP - Advanced Parole - Allows you to re-enter the USA while your AOS is pending. You are allowed to leave whenever you want, but doing so without the AP document (or green card) means you will not be able to re-enter. Leaving without it also results in your case being considered "abandoned".
CO - Consular Officer - In this thread related to the person actually processing my documents
EAD - Employment Authorisation Document - Allows you to work whilst the AOS is being processed, as long as you have a SSN of course. Once you received your GC your EAD is no longer needed
GC - Green card - short-form for green card so I don't have to keep typing it
IO - Interviewing Officer - The person who will interview me (if needed). Apparently not every case requires an interview. Lets see if I can be one of the few who don't need one
Non-Immigrant Visa Number - This is the RED number found on your visa (image here: http://www.visajourney.com/gallery/albums/...after_entry.jpg )
RFE - Request for further information - Received if something you mailed in is incomplete or missing. It doesn't cancel your case, just slows things down a fair bit, so doing everything to prevent getting one is your aim
 First things first. VJ does have guides:
VJ AOS Guide: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3aos
VJ EAD Guide: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3ead
And also example forms:
Example forms: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...p;page=examples
The guides suggest doing a cover letter. Personally I'm doing a cover letter for each separate case (AOS, EAD and AP). I have read that the CO's don't tend to read the cover letters so really why bother, BUT I'm not doing it for them so much as for me. Filing so many documents means a lot of stuff to remember and I also think it looks neater and prettier. Also, while reading through the instructions I go through and fill in the cover letter with the attachments needed so I don't forget anything.

The USCIS has actually put together their OWN page of tips for putting together a package for mailing: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD I haven't decided if I'm going to hole punch yet or just bulldog clip as it seems that while it's appreciated it doesn't change anything so if I have a hole-punch available... maybe.

I ALWAYS go to the USCIS website to obtain forms: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD as this way you always make sure you have the most up-to-date form. Also, remember to check the filing location as it may have changed since the form was made. To do this, always make sure you go to the main form page (not the pdf, the place that links you the .pdf) such as this for AOS: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD and line four says "Where to file". In this case it tells you it depends on the category you are applying under, on other forms it might say "check the form" or "check the instructions".

As stated on each form, originals are only required when it specifically says "original" (like the forms with official signatures) otherwise copies are sufficient.

--AOS--

- G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance **See Note 1**
- Payment in the amount of $1,010.00 payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- I-485 - Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, signed & dated #####
- Copy of birth certificate
- Copy of K1 visa in passport
- 2 passport photos (US passport size) - name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
- Copy DS-3025 – Vaccination record (completed), dated ##### **See Note 2**
- G-325A - Biographic Information, including residence and employment attachments (1 copy as of July 2009)
- I-864 - Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the Act, completed by #####  
Sis I864 atin tomo si Jean!Pg my co-sponsor ka at nkatira sya sa same address ng Husband mo ang file nya I864A pg nkatira sa different add.ang ifile ng co-sponsor eh same sa asawa mo na I864..9 hours ago ·
o Copy Federal income tax return (usually a 1040 or something like that), including W-2, Form 1099s & Schedule for most recent tax year (or IRS tax transcript which I prefer)
o Copy Federal income tax return (usually a 1040 or something like that), including W-2, Form 1099s & Schedule for second most recent tax year (optional)**See Note 3**
o Copy Federal income tax return (usually a 1040 or something like that), including W-2, Form 1099s & Schedule for third most recent tax year (optional)**See Note 3**
o Letter from #####’s employer (optional)
o Pay stub(s) from the most recent six months for ##### (optional)
- Copy of I-797 - Notice of Action, Approval of K1 petition, dated ##### (front & back)
- Copy of Marriage certificate, dated ##### (front & back)
- Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)

The two items listed below are on the VJ AOS Guide, however NOWHERE on the forms, or their instructions is it mentioned that these items are required. These items only serve as additional information. You are required to bring your passport to the interview (if you have an interview) so perhaps by mailing this information you might not need to have one. Ultimately more info is better than less info (within reason of course) so it can't hurt. Personally I'll be including them in my parcel (in my attempt to avoid an interview ) but it makes sense that they're not needed as your Alien number is your identifier now (where with the K1 your passport number and then case number were).

- Photocopy of passport biographical details page
- Photocopy of USA entry stamp dated #####

Note 1: This form is now available that requests that you receive and email and text letting you know your application has been received http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD

Note 2: There is a huge point of contention on VJ regarding whether or not to send DS-3025 or if you will require form I-693 (immunisations only). The reason for this is, the paperwork clearly states that if you COMPLETED your immunisations PRIOR to your K1 interview in your home country (and thus your medical information is complete in the paperwork you handed in at POE (and subsequently forwarded on)) then only the copy of the DS-3025 is required. HOWEVER some people who assumed their info was complete and sent in the DS-3025 received an RFE requesting they submit a form I-693. Further information is mentioned on this VJ thread: http://www.visajourn...howtopic=101202 So whether you go to the trouble of obtaining one so you don't risk and RFE and thus a slow-down is up to you. Personally I am in the process of calling Civil Surgeons (CS's) in my area to find our their fee. If the fee is reasonable we might do it just so we don't risk the RFE but at the same time i honestly think my form is fine and I have all immunisations filled in, either with dates or "not age appropriate". I'll let you know what I decide and then what the outcome is. Remember though every case is different, no matter how similar they might be.

Note 3: Tax information is only REQUIRED for the most recent tax year. Question 25 on the I-864 still requires that you indicate your earnings for the most recent tax years, whether you provide evidence of this income or not. There are two tick boxes in that question, where you can indicate whether you are only including the most recent tax year, or the three most recent. I personally prefer to send in IRS transcripts so that you are sure that you have not excluded any tax information and I also prefer to send in all three years of tax information just to "be safe". Information for obtaining the transcripts is located here: http://www.visajourn...ost__p__3614293 .

Here is a the Civil Surgeon "phone book" from the USCIS website: https://egov.uscis.gov/crisgwi/go?action=of...office_type=CIV
Here is a VJ thread that lists good CS's and their prices: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...231026&st=0

--EAD--

- G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
- I-765 - Application for Employment Authorisation **See Note 1**

to those who did the AOS, mga sis need help sa form 1-765 sa question #16 ano ba dapat ilagay dun hnd ko kasi magets eh nakalagay (eligibility under 8 CFR274a.12 ) (C ) (9 ) ( ) ano dapat ko ilagay???? thank u in advance:) Yup c9

- 2 passport photos (US passport size) - name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
- Photocopy of passport biographical details page **See Note 2**

As we're applying together with the AOS then the following isn't REQUIRED, however if you choose to include it, it's up to you, like i said before, more info is better than less info

- Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)
- Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change) **See Note 3**

Note 1: Being adjustment applicant's, we're under category c9. You will see there's also a category for K1 and K3 visas (a6) but this is for when you're not applying at the same time as the AOS.

Note 2: It actually says "If no prior EAD has been issued, you must submit a copy of a Federal Government-issued identity document such as a passport..." as well as some other examples but personally I think the passport is the easiest one.

Note 3: The next issue for me (being female, married and changing my name) is my passport is still in my maiden name. For that reason it seems to make sense to include a copy of my marriage licence. Although these things are included with the AOS application, they can always shred multiple copies

--AP--

- G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
- I-131 - Application for Travel Document (Advanced Parole)
- 2 passport photos (US passport size) - name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
- Copy of K1 visa (to show present status)
- Photocopy of passport biographical details page **See Note 1**

As with the EAD, this isn't REQUIRED but I will probably include it because the AP form doesn't actually have a space for "prior name":

- Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)

Note 1: It actually says "copy of an official photo identification document showing your name, photo, and date of birth". Like with the EAD example, passport is easiest I think

General

An important thing to remember is if you change your address at ANY stage while you are an LPR (or their sponsor) you are required to change your address within 30 days of moving. There are penalties for not doing so. The USCIS has an online change of address service but you STILL need to actually post a form to them. Here's the site: https://egov.uscis.g...i/go?action=coa . The reason for the paper form is so it's changed on the masterbase.

The current postal details for these forms (as of 3 Dec 09 ) is:

File at:
USCIS
P.O. Box 805887
Chicago, IL 60680-4120

For courier/express delivery:
USCIS
Attn: FBAS
131 South Dearborn - 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60603-5517

I, like most, will be submitting my forms by express mail so I'll use the bottom address

PAYMENT

It's important when writing the cheque that you write:

"One Thousand Ten and 00/100" or it might be returned.

Here is the USCIS link outlining the cheque writing requirements: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1RCRD because if you're like me, it doesn't make sense to write it that way and I wouldn't have written it like that but their wish is our command

Hope some of you find this useful If I've forgotten something, or stuff doesn't make sense, please let me know


**Edited to add further definitions - 27 Feb 2010
**Address for filing changed and fixed on here - 10 March 2010
**Edited to add Biometrics review link here: http://www.visajourn...ost__p__3909156
**Edited to add - AOS approved 7 July 2010. Without RFE, Without interview. I simply followed the above guide and make sure my documents were completed properly.
**Edited to add - new AOS fees as of 23 Nov 2010: http://www.uscis.gov...0004718190aRCRD 
1. POE
Don’t forget to bring the brown envelope from the embassy and hand it to the immigration officer, together with your i-94. Make sure all details on the i-94 are written legibly and correctly. Also, do not leave the airport without checking if all the details on your i-94 is correct (Your name, alien number, date of stamp etc) and DO NOT LOSE YOUR I-94.

2. GET A MARRIAGE LICENSE
Check your state laws for the requirements to get married.. Go to your local town clerk to get the license. Some may need a SSN, some won't. So you can interchange #2 and #3.

3. GET A SSN
K1 visa holders are allowed to get a SSN as long as they still have a valid i-94. It is recommended to go 10-14 days upon entry so that by then you should already be registered in the database. Now I have been told that there are some SSA who are clueless about k1 visa holders and refuse to give them the SSN until you have your green card. This is FALSE, and if this happens, ask for higher management and demand for it, because you are entitled to one.

Things to bring: Passport, I-94, NSO Birth Cert, SSN Form (you can get one there). If you go when you are already married, bring your MC.

Proof that k1 can apply for SSN
SSN Form

It should arrive in 1-2 weeks.

4. FIND A CIVIL SURGEON

Only if your DS-3025 is marked “incomplete” is a I-693 required to be completed. If it is marked as such (incomplete) you are required to complete certain portions of the I-693 and have a Civil Surgeon certify the form (and seal it in an evelope). Specifically, you will complete Part 1 (Information about you) of the I-693 and provide both the form and your DS-3025 (if you have it, proving your vaccination history) and any proof of required vaccinations that were completed prior to entering the US. If you do not have a copy of your DS-3025 you will need to provide sufficient evidence of your vaccination history to the Civil Surgeon (talk to the civil surgeon’s office to discuss what vaccination records they accept as proof). If you do not have proof of your vaccination history the Civil Surgeon may insist on re-administering all the required vaccinations prior to completing the I-693. Once the Civil Surgeon has has verified that all required vaccinations have been performed, they will complete form I-693 Part 2 (the vaccination section) and Part 5 (the Civil Surgeon’s Certification). They will then seal the form in an envelope and return it to you.

So this part is a little confusing because I have all the complete age-appropriate vaccines, and yet some people claim to have gotten RFEs for not having their I-693 transcribed so we decided that were gonna do it anyway to avoid any complications The trick here is to call around and find a civil surgeon who will not require you to do another medical, because your medical exam should still be valid for a whole year!

5. GET MARRIED AND GET THE (certified) MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE

The marriage certificate is important for AOS, so make sure you grab copies of it!

FILING FOR AOS:
AOS DOCUMENTS

1. Cover letter

In the checklist above it is recommended that you include a Cover Page with your application. While this is optional, filing a cover page will help the USCIS understand what benefit you are applying for and specifically what items you have included in your package. Again, make sure the cover page includes:
– the applicants contact information (name, address, phone number)
– A description of the benefit you are applying for ( Family Based Adjustment of Status Application)
– A table of contents listing the major items in your package (i.e. I-485 and evidence, I-765, I-131, etc)
– A line with the applicants signature and date

2. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance

3. Payment in the amount of $1,070.00 payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (personal cheque)

4. I-485 – Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, signed & dated

5. Copy of birth certificate

6. Photocopy of passport biographical details page

7. Copy of K1 visa in passport

8. Photocopy of USA entry stamp dated

9. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen

10. I-693 Filled up by Civil Surgeon (Bring DS-3205 and Vaccination Records)

11. G-325A – Biographic Information, including residence and employment attachments

11. I-864 – Affidavit of Support (TIM) +tax returns, employment letter, bank statement, pay stubs and proof of citizenship

12. I-864 – Affidavit of Support (Co-Sponsor) + Most recent tax returns and proof of citizenship

13. Copy of I-797 – Notice of Action, Approval of K1 petition, dated ##### (front & back) - AKA K1 NOA2

14. Copy of Marriage certificate, dated ##### (front & back)

15. Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)

EAD DOCUMENTS

Cover letter

1. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance

2. I-765 – Application for Employment Authorisation

3. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen

4. Photocopy of passport biographical details page

5. Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)

6. Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)

AP DOCUMENTS

Cover letter (EXPLANATION FOR ELIGIBILITY)

1. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance

2. I-131 – Application for Travel Document (Advanced Parole)

3. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen

4. Copy of K1 visa (to show present status)

5. Photocopy of passport biographical details page

6. Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)

File at:
USCIS
P.O. Box 805887
Chicago, IL 60680-4120

For courier/express delivery:
USCIS
Attn: FBAS
131 South Dearborn – 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60603-5517

PAYMENT
Personal checks must be pre-printed with the name of the bank and the account holder. Also, the account holder’s address and phone number must be pre-printed, typed or written in ink on the check. All checks must be typed or written in ink.

1. Write the date you are filling out the check including: day, month and year.

2. On the “Pay to the Order of” line write: “U.S. Department of Homeland Security.”

3. Write in numbers the exact dollar amount of the fee for the service you are requesting. In the example, the amount is “$595.00.”

4. Spell out the exact dollar amount of the fee for the service you are requesting. The “cents” portion of the amount should be written as a fraction over 100. In this example, the amount is “Five hundred ninety-five and 00/100.”

5. Write a brief description of the purpose of your payment. In this example, it is “N-400 application fee.”

6. Sign the check using your legal signature.

IMPORTANT!
Make TWO copies of the entire package before you send it in. This includes the money orders too. You want to have a perfect replica of the package you are sending in. All Forms that you submit must be originals with original signatures. Supporting Evidence that you submit may be photocopies. Retain ALL original supporting Evidence since the USCIS has the right to check them by issuing an RFE (Request For Evidence). If you receive an RFE, follow the direction exactly, and make two copies of what you sent back. During any future interviews the USCIS may also want to examine the original supporting evidence.


Once you send it in, here is what to expect.

You will receive a NOA1 for all 3 applications, followed by a biometrics appointment. After that you either get an interview date or you get transferred to CSC and you'll be approved with no interview. But don't worry, I heard that the interview is not hard at all, so don't feel bad if you get one!
pwd ako ask steph? kasi i got my ssn ysterday thru mail after 4 working days na nag file kami but not on my married fam name though kasal na kami the day we filed..my question is: anong req hhingin nila to change it to my married name?aside sa marriage cert namin...do i have to wait for my aos?tnx..
marriage cert and GC lang.. :), one may EAD ka na pde mo na pa change yan dalhin mo lang un original MC
i can't wait to do all of those when we move to Guam.I just got my credit card nun tue. Effing bank of america cant do their job right.hahaha how did you do the house rental ang bills on your name? para i know what to do when we finally found a house in guam. can't open my own bank account yet, walay pang work. :)
tawag ka lang sa company and tell them you want the bills in your name, all you need to do is provide your SSN and some ID, probably the Mil ID will be okay. Since wala tayo credit history, you might be required to pay a deposit ( I was required) but if you pay on time consecutively for 12 months then it will be returned to you with interest, so not bad. :) Buti ka pa may credit card ka na, ako naman ayaw ni hubby na we have separate credit cards so he'll just make me a joint owner dun sa kanya, and in a few months pag na-build na credit score ko, dun palang ako mag-open ng sarili ko. Sabi niya kasi na if I open one now, I'll get bad rates pa kasi wala ako credit history. Ay ewan! Cecilia Owen, ok lang yun. Basta alam na rin yan ng hubby mo, he will do the right thing :