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Try ringing a couple of travel agents near your local Chinatown. They usually can take care of your Chinese visa needs too.

congrats

Thanks. Then filing anywhere in the period of "0-6" months past the I-94 expiration should be all right as long as we stay away from Arizona.

Good tip. They don't make it easy for you to figure out if I-864EZ is a viable option, do they? They only mentioned I-130 as a pre-req on page 1 of the instructions, but they do qualify I-129F on page 3. By the way, both I-864 and I-864EZ require 1099 forms to be submitted with the current year tax form. Can you redact account numbers from those before submission? Yeah, we are planning on submitting an I-864. The I-864/I-864EZ forms suggest submitting tax transcripts for the last couple of years as well. Since we already provided those during the the interview process, and I noticed they were included as part of the sealed packet they inspected and kept during the POE processing, We were wondering if USCIS will have access to that packet of info during AOS processing. If they do have access to those, then we won't bother with requesting those tax transcripts again. When does the "out of status" officially begin? Is it right after the I-94 expires?

While we are on the AOS topic, here's some misc topics. For the I-864, they require the current year tax form and supporting docs and suggest having previous years as well. Are they really needed because we already submitted all of that with the I-134 during the interview at GUZ. I noticed these were included in the sealed packet that was ripped apart at the POE. Do our files make it back to USCIS in Chicago or wherever they are processing the AOS files? On the topic of I-864, transcripts are not available for 2009 yet. So we'll have to send in the tax form as well as support docs (W2 and 1099s). We'll also send in bank statements, etc. It seemed GUZ didn't mind that sensitive data (like account numbers, etc.) were redacted from the support docs. Does USCIS take a similar approach or do they expect un-altered docs? As I was reading the I-131 instructions today, there was clear language warning about being out of status (more than 180 days) and the consequences. What exactly are the consequences of going past the (90 days) expiration date on the I-94 before filing the AOS docs (but filing before 180 days past the expiration date)? Will the spouse be subject to any real danger if we filed on day 91 or a couple of weeks later than that? I've found various discussions on the matter, but haven't found any solid sources that point to something definitive. Are there any USCIS docs that talk about this?

I think you need G-325a as opposed to the G325. You need 6 passport photos if you are submitting I-765, I-131 and I-485 together. You'll also need multiple copies of your passport and maybe other reqs too, like a birth certificate of your spouse for the I-485. What about the evidence for your I-864? Double check the evidence sections of all forms to make sure you have everything. Here's a good link to follow. http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1k3aos BTW, Where is the copy of social security card requirement from?

It's not clear why they would leave that information off of the not-so-special instructions, but they did. Ahh, yes, just saw your update. I saw this "special instructions" block on the I-485 instructions also. I would have expect them to explicitly spell it out in the I-765 fee structure instructions, especially when they took the trouble to update the form in Feb of this year. Oh, well. Thanks.

We plan to get one, but was concerned whether USCIS will scrutinize the "travel plans" portion of form. I guess we just put something in the "date of intended departure" in part 3 that will just "magically" change. Thanks.

Yeah - I did (2 posts up) - sorry So I still don't get it. So filing the I-765 would cost an additional $340 because this is an Initial EAD and category C 9 is not an exempt Category?

This is kind of like the changing of the last name question for some. A signature is a signature. There are no rules governing it. If she prefers to do it in Chinese that should be fine, but she should be prepared to do that from now on for all legal docs.

care to enlighten me? ;-) Thanks Randy. Guess it's a copy of the Passport bio page and 2 photos then. Another question regarding the fee. Per the instructions: The filing fee for Form I-765 is $340. Exceptions: Renewal EAD: If this is a renewal application and you are applying under one of the following categories, a filing fee is not required: 5. ©(9) or ©(16) Adjustment applicant who filed for adjustment under the fee structure implemented July 30, 2007. There are no exceptions for category C 9 listed under initial EAD, however. The filing of the I-765 with the I-485 should be fee free. Am I missing something? Yes

Need some feedback from folks who've done the AOS AP process. Looks like we have several options for getting the advanced parole doc. We can file the I-131 with the rest of the AOS forms now or wait and file later with proof of 1-485 submission. Both option should be fee free. What about the biometrics appointments? How are they handled? If we file the AP, the EAD and the I-485 all together, do they lump all the biometrics sessions into 1 or do they make you show up for 3 separate biometric sessions? What if we do the AP at a later date? Do you have to do a separate biometric session for that if you already done one with the I-485 or EAD? We don't have any concrete travel plans yet. ( i.e. no tickets booked, but not sure they are necessary anyway.) We are looking at the AP as an added insurance policy for use during emergencies. We already know about the EXPEDITE process and in person infopass filing, but we are trying to avoid those options since that's the last thing you want to worry about in an emergency. Can you just give them a date on the AP application that might change along the way? How have other people done this? Other considerations?

Thanks Randy. Guess it's a copy of the Passport bio page and 2 photos then. Another question regarding the fee. Per the instructions: The filing fee for Form I-765 is $340. Exceptions: Renewal EAD: If this is a renewal application and you are applying under one of the following categories, a filing fee is not required: 5. ©(9) or ©(16) Adjustment applicant who filed for adjustment under the fee structure implemented July 30, 2007. There are no exceptions for category C 9 listed under initial EAD, however. The filing of the I-765 with the I-485 should be fee free. Am I missing something?

Thanks Randy. Guess it's a copy of the Passport bio page and 2 photos then.

We are filing the I-765 under category C 9, i.e., with the I-485. First, a little background. We already have employment authorization stamped on the I-94. So we have a couple of questions on the required documentation to be submitted with the I-765. Here's what should be submitted based on the instructions. A. A copy of Form I-94, Arrival-Departure Record (front and back), if available. If you are filing Form I-765 under the© (9) category, Form I-94 is not required. B. A copy of your last EAD (front and back). If no prior EAD has been issued, you must submit a copy of a Federal Government-issued identity document, such as a passport showing your picture, name, and date of birth; a birth certificate with photo ID; a visa issued by a foreign consulate; or a national ID document with photo and/or fingerprint. The identity document photocopy must clearly show the facial features of the applicant and the biographical information. C. You must submit two identical color photographs of yourself taken within 30 days of filing your application. The photos must have a white to off-white background, be printed on thin paper with a glossy finish, and be unmounted and unretouched. Is the I-94 with the stamped employment authorization considered to be an EAD per item B above? If so, we are going to submit 2 photos along with a copy of the front and back of the I-94 only. Comments?

On Part 1. Is the "Expires on" question referring to the I-94 expiration or the K1 visa expiration date? On Part 3. Is the Nonimmigrant Visa Number the "red number" on the K1 Visa or is it the control number? On the Initial Evidence Front. We plan to include a copy of the notarial birth certificate book that we brought to the Consulate for the visa interview. Based on the instructions, the USCIS requests that "the translator has certified as complete and accurate, and by the translator's certification that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English." However, there's only a line in the notarial birth certificate book that certifies that the English translation copy conforms to the Chinese copy. No other translator's certification is available. Wondering if that is sufficient for USCIS? Do they want the original I-94 submitted or a copy? On page 4, Item 12 B of the instructions, they want a copy of the NOA#2, a copy of the marriage cert, and "your Form I-94", (not a copy). If you read further, on page 9, under interview, they indicate that you need to bring the I-94 to the interview.

Congrats.

I'd say see a dentist if it doesn't go away. But not these. ;-) http://wickedreport.com/street-dentists-in-india-and-china/

You can call the Department of State (phone number on their website) to ask for the status of your application. They can tell you the status, whether P3 or P4 has been sent out, etc. Call them and ask. Maybe the mails got misdirected. Did your fiancee move recently but forgot to update the mailing address? Also, there was the CNY break last month where things slowed down, so that might add to the wait. By the way, there are a couple of pot holes along the way (where they put your file aside and audit it) that can hold you up. If I remember correctly they can do it at NVC and in Guangzhou. I am not saying this is what's happening to you, but it's something you should look into if you believe you are being overly delayed.

You should be able to call NVC and give them the USCIS case number (you didn't loose that I hope) and they can give you the GUZ number as well as current status. If that doesn't work, try DOS as Kyle suggested.

Congrats!

If you are going as far as Guangzhou, have you considered visiting Hong Kong? Unless you know someone who works in the pharmaceutical industry in the mainland, I think the quality and pedigree of the Rx you get in Hong Kong may be a more reliable option. You'll need a script from a doc in Hong Kong however. I thought life in China would be less stressful. ;-)

Thanks for your comments Carl. Yes, I noticed that cell phone gimmick they are pushing trying to get you to sign up for a year in advance too. It wasn't a motivating factor at all. I prepaid in advance once with SunRocket, about 2 weeks before they went belly up. ;-) Luckily, the credit card got my back that time. I don't think that I'll make that mistake again.

Agreed, Kyle and others before him provided very useful gems. Pinning some topics would be a good start. But it would be nice if we had a foldering system to file info regarding interview prep. and the actual interview experiences. Anything would sure beat using the search and trolling through tons of threads to find those pearls.

I am only speaking with a K1 experience mindset, but I believe the notarized docs applies for other visas as well. All the notarized docs (police report, birth certificates, etc.) you had "prepared" by the Chinese Notary, the bounded little booklets with Chinese and English translations are considered originals. We ordered a bunch of each of these from the Chinese Notary and they are all considered originals. So I am not sure what you mean by "copies". As far as organizing them for submission during interview day, we just organized them according to the instructions. If you look at the instruction sheet that came with the last packet, you should find the listing and order. My SO didn't mention any issues with the ordering, but then again, the consulate was a madhouse on our interview day because the consulate decided to switch to using a new consolidated DS form on the fly and people were filling in new forms by the door. So best be prepared for anything to happen, know where everything is and keep a cool head. With respect to the docs requested during the interview, everyone's case will be different. That's what makes good organization of your whole enchilada all the more important. Get a good mix (quality and breadth) of gunk that will cover your particular situation. Make sure your wife is physically able to safely maneuver around with it. Pick a filing system and get familiar with it. If you are really concerned about it, then perhaps you can hold a mock interview session with your wife, when asking her interview questions, have her practice withdrawing material from that mound. Good luck Dan.