Sunday, April 27, 2014

Removal of Conditions

Form: http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/form/i-751.pdf
Instructions: http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/form/i-751instr.pdf
Filing Fee: $590.00 (that includes biometric fee) pay with a check or money order payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Now that you have your 2 years GC, its time for you to start gathering documents for your Removal of Conditions.

What are the documents that you can submit when filing for ROC?

-Form I-751
-Copy of GC
-Petitioners and Beneficiary ID
-Joint monthly checking/savings account notice/statements
-Car insurance notices (showing both names)
-Copy of Health insurance (if you are in the list as beneficiary)
-Apartment lease showing both names (to prove joint tenancy) or House Mortgage
-Copies monthly bills (showing both names) such cable, internet, water, electric etc.
-Photos with family and friends
-Copy of Joint Tax Return
-Copy of House Insurance

This are only a few examples of documents which you can submit for your ROC. You can add more documents for as long as both of the Petitioner and beneficiary's name appears on those documents.

Sample Letter If You are Not in the List of House Mortgage

There are situations when the wife is not in the list of house mortgage, if you are one of them and you are about to file for your Removal of Conditions, this sample letter may help you. Because as we all know, during this stage, it is very important for you to prove that you have a bonafide marriage to your US Citizen Spouse.

                                       **********************************************

MARK RANDOLPH STORM
89075 Buttlane Ave
Cranky, TX USA 87945


April 27, 2014

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
USCIS
P.O Box 805887
Chicago, IL 60680-4120


RE: My Wife's Name is not on the House Mortgage


Sir/ Madam:


Greetings!

This is to inform your good office, that my wife, MARIA MAKILING STORM is not in the list of my house mortgage liability since the property was acquired when I was still single. I don't want her also to be legally obligated and feel the burden of paying the debt regardless of any circumstances.

I hope that this letter will help her application for Removal of Conditions (ROC) and will serve as a proof that we have a bonafide relationship as a married couple.

Hoping for your kind consideration. Thank you!



Sincerely,



MARK RANDOLPH STORM
Husband of ROC Applicant



My Timeline

July 5, 2012 - USCIS 129F Petition sent
July 9, 2012 - NOA1 Received
Oct. 31, 2012 -NOA2
December 17, 2012 - Medical (Passed)
December 27, 2012 - Interview (Approved)
January 17, 2013 - Visa Received
February 1, 2013 - US Entry
March 1, 2013 - Civil Wedding

Adjustment of Status: (EAD and I-485)

Employment Authorization
August 26, 2013 - EAD Application sent
August 29, 2013 - EAD Initial Review
September 3, 2013 - NOA1
September 30, 2012 - Biometrics
Nov. 6, 2013 - EAD Card Production
Nov. 14, 2013 - Picked up by usps
Nov. 18, 2013 - EAD Received

Adjustment of Status
August 26, 2013 - I-485 Sent
September 3, 2013 - NOA1
September 30, 2013 - Biometrics
Oct. 17, 2013 - Initial Response Review (RFE)
April 18, 2014 - Card Production
April 21, 2014 - Approved
April 26, 2014 - GC Received






Monday, January 6, 2014

Things to do Upon Arrival in the US


Go to the nearest courthouse then get marriage license. Then get married.
Get a Social Security Number - wait about two weeks then go to the nearest SSA office and get a Social Security Number. Don't forget to bring your I-94, birth certificate & passport. If you are already married by the time you go to SSA office bring also your marriage certificate. You can use the form below (use the link) and fill it up then print, bring it with you.

http://www.ssa.gov/online/ss-5.pdf

Look for a USCIS accredited Civil Surgeon in your area. Use the link below to locate a CS close to where you live. Just enter the Zip Code. You will need to call those CS listed coz the prices of their service are different, you maybe able to save $$$ once you find out who offer the cheapest service. Don't forget to bring your Vaccination Worksheet from St. Lukes because they will be using it to determine if you still need additional shots. If you still need additional shotss, asked him what are those shots you needed and if you can have those shots in the Health Center coz they are way cheaper to have it there. And you will come back to have them transcribe your immunization. They will give it to you in a sealed envelope. Don't open it!

https://egov.uscis.gov/crisgwi/go?action=offices.type&OfficeLocator.office_type=CIV
You can now start gathering the documents needed to file for your Adjustment of Status. Please refer to my sample cover letter for I-485 for the lists of docs you need to prepare.

Monday, October 14, 2013

NEW FORM: DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application

All nonimmigrant visa applicants worldwide must use the online DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application Form, including individuals applying for a K visa.

Note: DS-160 is not required when, prior to October 7, 2013 in any of the following situations:
  • If the K visa applicant is already scheduled for an interview.
  • The K visa applicant has already been interviewed and has been requested to submit additional documentation or is pending administrative processing.
  • The K visa applicant has already submitted a valid, signed, unexpired DS-156, DS-156K and/or DS-230 or received instructions to do so.    
 Commonly Asked Questions: 
DS-160 Link------- https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
Ideal browser----Internet Explorer

For more info regarding this form, please visit http://travel.state.gov/visa/forms/forms_4401.html

Credits: Travel.State.Gov.
           A Service of the Bureau of Consular Affairs 
           U.S. Department of State

Website: http://travel.state.gov/visa/forms/forms_4401.html

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Cheap/Free Immunization in Minnesota for AOS

Please note that you are not required to have another medical examination as long as your Form i-485 is filed within one year of your overseas medical examination, and the medical examination did not reveal a Class A medical condition, or if you did have a class A medical condition, you received a waiver of inadmissibility and have complied with the terms and conditions on the waiver. (Please refer to Section III Frequently Asked Questions on the USCIS Instructions for i-693 for more information)

If you are about to file Adjustment of Status, one of the requirements is to complete the Immunization/Vaccination and submit the USCIS form i-693 along with the other documents needed for AOS..

We all knew that its really expensive to have those shots so, the address below will help you save a lot of money coz you can have your shots for as low as $10.00/shot. So if you need 3 shots that would only be $30.00 which is a lot cheaper compared when you go to Private Civil Surgeon Clinic.

Saint Paul - Ramsey County ($10/shot)
Department of Public Health
555 Cedar Street - (651-266-1234)

Immunization Clinic Hours:
Tuesday - 1:00 - 3:30pm
Wednesday - 8:30-11:00 am & 2:00-4:00pm
Thursday - 4:00 - 7:00pm


OSSEO AREA SCHOOLS (Totally free)7051 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Phone: 763-585-7361
Fax: 763-585-7367

Julie Stein
RN,BSN,PHN,LSN
Immunization Clinic Nurse

"The Northwest Immunization Clinic is a program of the Northwest Hennepin Family Service Collaborative in partnership with Osseo Area Schools"

TOP THREE CIVIL SURGEON THAT HAS CHEAPEST FEE FOR VACCINE TRANSCRIPTION  TO FORM I-693 

55124 - Apple Valley, MN------------------------$105.00 for transcribe
Dr. Fernando J Partida-Ruesga, MD Physicals, Inc.
14135 Cedar Avenue, Suite 300, Apple Valley, MN 55124
(952) 431-9655

55416 - Minneapolis, MN--------------$130.00 for transcribe
Dr. Claes Eric Michael Oldenburg, American Immigrations of Twin Cities
Medical Clinic
3264 West Lake Street, Calhoun Village
Shopping Center, Minneapolis, MN 55416 (612) 285-9996

55429 - Brooklyn Park, MN-----------$80.00
Dr. Henry M Kerandi, MidPoint Medical Clinic
7240 Brooklyn Boulevard, Suite 200, Brooklyn Park, MN 55429 (763) 208-0677

I have a few friends who also had their transcription made in the Public Health Office since they have a license Civil Surgeons as well. And they said that it's also cheaper to have it transcribe by them. So, you can try that as well so you have options. 

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Schedule Your Interview Appointment Online


  1. Type http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ph/ on your browser.
  2. Click “Nonimmigrant”
  3. Scroll down and click the “Apply Now” button
    The following photos are the exact step by step process: 






    You also have to specify document delivery if you want it to be delivered to your home. But you can change that during interview if you want it to be picked up in Mall of Asia and other specific locations. That is why i would recommend to have your visa picked up in your just within the Manila area. Believe me, its faster.

    On the Payment Information you can write your "Receipt Number from BPI Deposit Slip. Some people used their Passport Number as their receipt number if their receipt number from BPI deposit slip don't work or was not accepted in the system. So you may try that as well. If it happened that still you can't get through in the scheduling of your appointment, you can wait a few hours more. It maybe because your receipt number is not yet in their system.

    Then finally, select the date for your interview.  Then print the confirmation at least 3 copies.

    Good luck!