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The GIV-24 seems to be quite an illusive form. Does anybody have a clean copy or a suggestion for how to prepare the answers in advance? 218024[/snapback] Here's one that a number of people have used as a guide: http://www.laogonglaopo.com/001files/form/...IV-24_Guide.pdf This is the language from question #6 that suggests to me that the USC's ex spouse should be listed when dealing with a K-3 or CR/IR-1: "...If your [alien's] parent of spouse has had more than one marriage or concubine, please include. List all children from that relationship..." Since he or she would not be a spouse, this additional information would not be required of a K-1 applicant.

I think Question #6 applies to this situation. Remembering that the GIV-24 is for the SO and should be read from her/his perspective, the questions says if the alien's spouse had more than one marriage (or concubine ), to include that information.

217943[/snapback] I had forgotten about the new rule. Thanks for keeping us current.

I could see where not listing your ex might suggest that your wife was unaware of the precious marriage, but the omission seems minor compared to the information requested.

One thing you might do first is to contact you local IRS office. I had lost a W-2 and went to one of the branch offices, filled out a form, showed my ID and, presto, they accessed their computers and printed out a copy of the W-2 information while I waited, which I then used. If this service is not available to you, I'd probably wait for the accountant to get you the copies. I guess you could try one of the other options you identified, but if you get an RFE, you're likely to lose more time than waiting on the accountant.

Sounds like the Air China rep gave you the I-94W which is used for those traveling under the visa waiver program. Glad it got sorted out. Welcome home to you and yours. PS. The chest xrays are great dust gatherers.

Congratulations. You are now an expert in family immigration matters.

I once described China to my mom as reliving the 50's. Sure there are modern things like cell phones and computer, etc., but the overall feel at the individual level for me is like the 50's. Washing machine but few dryers, maybe an air conditioner but more likely a fan. Maybe a credit card but more likely cash. Maybe a personal car but more likely a bus or a walk. Maybe a nice singles apartment but more likely an extended family dwelling. Maybe an expensive dinner but more likely a family gathering. Maybe a night out on the town but more likely a walk in the cool of the evening or sitting on the front stoop. Maybe a computer game but more likely cards or ma jiang with family or friends. Maybe going to a swanky bar but more likely drinking a cold beer with a buddy and shooting the bull.

...if not a little intruding. I really don't need a sale person following me around like a lost puppy when I'm in a store. Don't they understand that American men don't shop? They buy and get the hell outta there (unless it's a Home Depot or Lowes).

This thread dovetails nicely with Dan's recent poll: http://candleforlove.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18063

It's not as bad as it seems. Apparently, the VO wants some more information on the development of the relationship between the time you met and the time you got married. Others know how frustrating it is to have to supply information that was already provided, but you don't have much choice. I'd provide what was previously provided AND provide any additional information that you might have. Information on the USC's ex is usually aimed at making sure you and your ex have really split and are not complicit is some scheme. I remember one member whose relationship with his ex was very cordial, and this raised a flag with the VO. Gather the information, present it, and the happiest day of your life will come. Good luck.

Your tax return is a REQUIRED attachment for the I-864, since you didn't file you have to provide a legal statement (i.e. Notarized) as to why you are not able to provide this. Take your I-864 and the letter that you will attach to the American Services side to have it notarized. They may charge a fee for doing this. 217512[/snapback] I picked up the "notarized" requirement from http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/info/info_1328.html "What does the sponsor do when he/she was not required by law to file an income tax return during a given year? If a sponsor was not required by law to file an income tax return, he/she should prepare a notarized statement. In this statement the sponsor should state that he/she was not required to file a tax return and give the related Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulation. The IRS 1040 Instruction Book has information on who is not required to file income tax returns."

It guess it's official now. We had heard about this which is as a result of the new International Marriage Broker law. I'll reiterate what Mick said in another thread about this law. I hope it doesn't create another black hole.

Since your wife is K-3, I don't think you do not need to file for AOS in order to file the I-765 for an EAD (This is different from the K-1 requirement). Sounds like you and her adjustment to life in America are going well. The communications issues will eventually fade away and if it's any consulation, explaining how things work in America is a typical issue. Heck, just try to explain it to another American. Sorry about the job situation. Personally, since she is K-3 which is valid for two years, I'd be inclined to wait on the AOS until the job situation got a bit more favorable. But, if you are very comfortable that you would be re-employed relatively soon and are willing to take a chance, you might consider going ahead and filing for AOS. You might get an RFE on the employment letter, but you'll have 84 days to respond and supply it. Hopefully, you would be re-employed by then. In the alternative, you can blow off the AOS completely and just wait for the I-130 to finish processing, but this would require a return trip to Guangzhou.

That's certainly good news. If it's not too much trouble, I'd like to hear what the consulate wrote about in recommending revocation of the original petition.

Congratulations and best wishes for a wonderful life in the States.

Congratulations and best wishes to you and the family.

Sorry to hear the disappointing news Rich especially after all that you have been through. Hang in there and let us know what the blue slip says. Chances are very good that you'll be able to overcome this last hurdle.

May your future toegther be as smooth as the interview. Congratulations.

Removing conditions on the two year green requires a joint petition - husband and wife. If they are still married the husband would have to join in the filing which I guess is possible, assuming an amicable relationship. However, if he refuses and they are still married, it may be SOL time if she tries to remove the conditions by herself. That's why Lee's comment about timing is so important. Since I don't know the people involved nor the state of the relationship, I express no opinion the propriety of filing a joint petition.

One of the most difficult things I've had to explain to Jingwen is the different layers of law enforcement in the US. To her all police are US police. I try to explain that the federal government is responsible for some things like immigration and state and local governments are responsible for other things like traffic and crimes. Despite this, I'm not sure it has sunk in that the local police generally are not going to get involved in immigration matters, and I suspect this perception permeates throughout the immigrant population. It frosts me that unsuspecting immigrants, where here legally or not, are preyed upon employers who reinforce that perception. I don't know about Alaska, but Atlanta has a number of non profit organizations that deal specifically with these types of problems.

A belated welcome to CFL. Like the others, I thought it important that I be with Jingwen at the interview, but having been to China only once should not, in and of itself, cause a denial. If you do go, your SO will be able to respond to the VO's question regarding how many times you've visited her by saying "twice, once on such and such a date and this week...he's here today waiting for me. Would you like to see his passport?" If you really can't go, then I would prep my SO with an explanation that would demonstrate how well she knows you. Something like "he really wanted to come, but he works for such and such and only has x weeks of vacation. We both decided that it would be better for us if he saved his remaining vacation for when I arrive in the US." Good luck.

Rick, I noticed a small typo. Rather than "scomputers", did you really mean "scum-puters"? . Just remember the Southern fix for everything. If it moves and shouldn't, use duck tape. If it doesn't move and should, use WD-40. Call 'em back and tell then to squirt a little WD-40 into the machine. I guarantee it'll go somewhere.

Good luck on the 25th. Ditto to what was said. I think you already know this from your previous posts, but it never hurts to double check - have two affidavits, one from you and one from the joint-sponser (unless you've got significant assets to meet the requirements) plus a notarized letter of explanation as to why you didn't need to file income tax returns.

Nicely done. Congratulations.