Jason+Joanna

I am at square 0 right now. Just preparing the 129-F. I thought the police certificate, single certificate, and notary birth certificate are all considered good for 1 year. Also, I am having her get translations. I asked her to get copies, and she said that she had some done. So, the transcript is acceptable ? Do I need to submit anything other then the 1040 for my taxes that I do have ? You may be right about year 2004 taxes, I usually file in Feburary. Thanks - Jason.

First and foremost, I would like to formally introduce myself. I met a really sweet, kind, caring Chinese lady living in Shenzhen, China in May. I decided to be somewhat gung ho and take a chance and visit her in China in June. I can honestly say that was the best decision I could have made. She was better in person then I could have expected. I also have to thank her for my first international trip by myself. It was a very good learning experience. I look forward to doing more! Since I came back, we have been corresponding by phone calls and by email. She is currently in her home province getting her notary birth certificate, police certificate, certificate of being single, and her passport. On my end I am gathering all the necessary materials to begin the process. It seems I am at the very beginning of the process that could take as much as 10 months (or more). Now for my question, I am gathering my tax returns for the past three years for the process. I have 2001, and 2002 – including all the schedules and such. Question #1: Can I just submit a copy of my W-2s and the 1040? Or do I also need to copy all of the schedules, and other fun stuff? I only have W-2s for 2003, which brings me to Question #2: Can I ask the IRS for a transcript of my year 2003 taxes (this has most line items). Or do I need the exact copy (has everything including W-2s). Thanks in Advance – Jason

This is something I have been thinking about for awhile. I am not anywhere near needing to worry about it, but I do wonder what is the best way. Another alternative is to wait until the interview is completed, and the visa is issued. Then get the plane tickets. However, I am leaning toward getting a one way for me there and then a one way for both of us from there. The problem there becomes space on the prospective airline.

I think that the consulate has a waiting room. I am planning to go at the time of the interview, and make sure the people working there see me. I know I cannot go into the interview room, but If they at least see me I figure there will be less problems. The best evidence of relationship is me being there. I do agree that they should allow both people to be interviewed, if it is possible for both to make it to the interview.