jjw152

Hi. I'm filling the initial forms to enable my UK fiancee, Sarah, to join me here in America. I have to questions for you guys.

First one. How much income does one need to be eligible to support their loved one? I know its supposed to be %125 above the poverty line. So what is the poverty line? Right now, for various reasons I probably don't earn that much, will my parents be able to help with this? Right now I'm laid off from my job and will collect unemployment until I find another job. Will this hurt our application?

Second question. I meet many international people and married a foreigner 5 years ago. We ended up getting divorced about two years ago. My question is if this will be a major problem for me and my fiancee? I hope it dosn't appear fishy to them.

Thanks,
Jeff

meauxna

Jeff, the first post on British Expats (the forum you are using to read this usenet group) has an FAQ and a bevy of links. Starting there will get you the answers you're looking for for starters.

There are plenty of divorced people petitioning for their fiance/spouse/visa here. Unless yours is unresolved, it shouldn't hold you back with USCIS.

jjw152

Thanks. Will look at the other info.

But what about the fact that my previous marriage wasn't to an American citizen?

ironporer

I also was previously married to a foreign citizen, and it played no part- I was open about it...and it was never brought up.

Noorah101

I've also been married before, twice, both to non-American citizens. It's not a problem.

Best Wishes!
Rene