Originally Posted by stuwoolf

Thanks. Didnt think of proof of i-130. Wont that potentially just muddy the waters? The other stuff may indicate I have property or committments in UK.

I guess there is no harm in bringing it all.

Thanks for your suggestion.🙂

Originally Posted by Noorah101

It would only muddy the waters if you show it without being asked.

Property and commitments (other than work) can easily be walked away from and/or dealt with from the USA, so it's not proof that you'll return.

Rene

Originally Posted by stuwoolf

After much deliberation and yet another day passing without any letter from Visa Unit, I applied for and received approval for my ESTA today. Over the next 6-8 weeks we have a mind to plan a visit to USA and see my wifes family. My wife will remain in USA, setting up domicile etc and I will return to UK and wait. It breaks our hearts to be put in the potential position of being apart, but it is what it is. We intend to travel via Dublin and clear US Immigration in Dublin. I "retire" from NHS on Nov 30 (my last day at work is Oct 22 then on AL) and with the recent sale of our home, I am expecting mucho questions from the Immi Officer at Dublin. We anticipate travelling in October after 22 and me staying for 80% of what my ESTA permits. (unless Visa Unit pulls it out the bag and I must return sooner🙂.....HA! )

In order to prove intention to return to UK, I have been thinking about which documents I should take to provide proof. I dont have much except my Driving Licence (showing our new address) Car Log Book (V5) (with new address), a letter from our Landlord (we stay in my sisters place) and copies of our bank statement.

Hopefully the Visa Unit can get itself sorted out in 6-8 weeks. Hey ho.........

What issues does anyone foresee with this plan? Any suggestions for further docs to prove domicile in UK and, should I be asked, my intention to return?

Grateful for your input.🙂

Originally Posted by jonUK

Were you able to get some sort of Travel / Medical insurance for your trip? My understanding is that while FCDO guidelines indicate that USA is for essential travel only, most travel insurance companies would not payout in the event of a need for a claim. My specific concern is linked to emergency medical coverage while out there.

Thanks

Originally Posted by os306

Good luck to you mate. Sorry to hear the LND number still hasn't come through.

Originally Posted by stuwoolf

Dont know if her unemployment and/or my UK Govt pension (MoD) can be used to meet the $22,000 minimum?

Originally Posted by lansbury

As your UK pension will be paid to you when you are in the US, it can be used as part or all of the requirement for sponsorship.

Originally Posted by stuwoolf

Thank you for this info.

With regards using assets to meet 125% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, for a 2 x Person household, the 125% = $21,550. In the event of having a $9,000 shortfall, as it is the spouse of a USC who is immigrating, according to the i-864 Instructions, the multiplier for a Spouse is 3. So, in this example, the asset ie cash, would need to amount to $27,000. Is this an accurate calculation?

Originally Posted by lansbury

Yes if you have a $9k shortfall, you need $27k in assets. The assets should be something you can liquidate if necessary, so something of value other than cash can be used as well.

Originally Posted by Noorah101

You will need documentation showing evidence of the cash in the bank, which should cover maybe 6 months or so. USCIS wants to make sure there isn't a large 1-time deposit, and if there is, they need proof of where that came from (not a loan or someone giving you a chunk of money to boost your savings).

The money doesn't have to stay there after you enter the USA using your immigrant visa.

Rene

Originally Posted by stuwoolf

Thank you.

Its part of the proceeds from property sale. I presume the Financial Statement provided by my lawyer who conducted the sale and showing monies in and out will suffice as proof?