Questions on I-130 process
Jan 17th 2005, 4:56 pm
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Questions on I-130 process
Hi guys I just wanted to know what the process was once the I-130 petition has been approved. My petition for I-130 was approved in California and I just wanted to know what the next step is and if I am living in Texas which service center does my application go to or does that matter at this point. I have already got my fee bill and sent in the money order and now apparently I am supposed to get a package from the state department in which I have to send my affidavit of support but I am still not clear on details of this process. Do I need to file an I-824? Will I be able to monitor processing dates like I can with the K3 application which is actually still pending? Any help will be greatly appreciated; you guys have been very helpful so far thanks for everything.
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Jan 17th 2005, 10:55 pm
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Re: Questions on I-130 process
Faridtg wrote:
> Hi guys I just wanted to know what the process was once the I-130
> petition has been approved. My petition for I-130 was approved in
> California and I just wanted to know what the next step is and if I am
> living in Texas which service center does my application go to or does
> that matter at this point. I have already got my fee bill and sent in
> the money order and now apparently I am supposed to get a package from
> the state department in which I have to send my affidavit of support but
> I am still not clear on details of this process. Do I need to file an
> I-824? Will I be able to monitor processing dates like I can with the K3
> application which is actually still pending? Any help will be greatly
> appreciated; you guys have been very helpful so far thanks for
> everything.
>
> Thanks
>
You are talking about two separate processes: adjustment of status (file
with Service Center) or consular processing (involves the State
Department and an eventual filing and interview with a post abroad).
You cannot use both processes; you must elect.
Depending on your situation, one process or the other may be more
advantageous.
--
Above intended as general commentary, not specific legal
advice. Your mileage may vary.
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Donahue, Gallagher Woods LLP Facsimile: 510-832-1486
P.O. Box 12979 http://www.donahue.com
Oakland, CA 94604-2979 E-mail: [email protected]
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> Hi guys I just wanted to know what the process was once the I-130
> petition has been approved. My petition for I-130 was approved in
> California and I just wanted to know what the next step is and if I am
> living in Texas which service center does my application go to or does
> that matter at this point. I have already got my fee bill and sent in
> the money order and now apparently I am supposed to get a package from
> the state department in which I have to send my affidavit of support but
> I am still not clear on details of this process. Do I need to file an
> I-824? Will I be able to monitor processing dates like I can with the K3
> application which is actually still pending? Any help will be greatly
> appreciated; you guys have been very helpful so far thanks for
> everything.
>
> Thanks
>
You are talking about two separate processes: adjustment of status (file
with Service Center) or consular processing (involves the State
Department and an eventual filing and interview with a post abroad).
You cannot use both processes; you must elect.
Depending on your situation, one process or the other may be more
advantageous.
--
Above intended as general commentary, not specific legal
advice. Your mileage may vary.
================================================== =============
Jonathan McNeil Wong Voice: 510-451-0544
Donahue, Gallagher Woods LLP Facsimile: 510-832-1486
P.O. Box 12979 http://www.donahue.com
Oakland, CA 94604-2979 E-mail: [email protected]
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