Just starting paperwork...questions!

[shs157]

What is the name of your state? Massachusetts

Hello,

We have just begun filling out our paperwork for getting my husband a green card and we have come across several questions. If someone can answer any of these, we'd be most appreciative:

1. On forms that ask for his alient registration #, do we leave that blank until they assign him one or do we use his old one that is on his expired employment authorization card (exp. 2/2001)

2. When filling out the papers and they require my name (I'm the US Citizen) do I use my maiden name or my new married name?

3. As mentioned, my husband has no current work authorization, however he has been working illegally (he has an SSN and pays taxes, files returns, etc. but has no authorization). On forms requesting his current employer, do we list this info or leave it blank? Do we list his social security #?

4. Are the free IRS transcripts I ordered sufficent for the affadavit of support?

5. I am confused by the 325-A. Do I, as the US Citizen, also need to fill this form out? It seems geared towards an alien. Also, there are 4 duplicate pages. Do we fill out all four pages and submit them all?

Thank you again for any help.

 

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Most of the questions you asked could be effectively answered if your spouse status was mentioned. You need to tell the forum about your spouse current status, whether he came to the US legally or illegally. If he came legally and overstay, then he he is currently out of status; and if he came without inspection, then he cannot ajust status. File the the standard way (I-130 and I-485 package if he came in legally.

1)My understanding is that, the A# is for those who came with an immigrant visa (with a GC). Fill in none if...
2) use your new married name if that is the name you want to assume henceforth but you have to ensure that all other documents (your drivers licence, SSN, bank accounts ) bears that name...
3) your husband worked without authorization, so you better think twice if you want to tell INS that he has an SSN...Others might give a better response on that
4) the G325A (biographic form) must be filled by you the petitioner and your spouse husband.
5) form I-864 (Affidavit of Support) must be signed and notarized, along with your tax records, and pay stubs. And ofcourse your income level must be above the poverty bracket. If not then you need a co-sponsor....

There are better minds who will throw more light to your concerns... wish you the best..

 

[evcalyptos]

What is the name of your state? Massachusetts

Hello,

We have just begun filling out our paperwork for getting my husband a green card and we have come across several questions. If someone can answer any of these, we'd be most appreciative:

It would be good for you to share his original status here and his current status; there may be issues related to that that will impact your case.

1. On forms that ask for his alient registration #, do we leave that blank until they assign him one or do we use his old one that is on his expired employment authorization card (exp. 2/2001)

Use his previous alien number. It's like a SS#, his for life. It is not limited to IV holders, like the other post says.

2. When filling out the papers and they require my name (I'm the US Citizen) do I use my maiden name or my new married name?

Use your new married name. Your ID do not have to match, ever actually. If you want your new married name to be 'it', start with Social Security. But, it has no impact on this fililng. Your marriage certificate is the bridge between your old name+ id and your new assumed name.

3. As mentioned, my husband has no current work authorization, however he has been working illegally (he has an SSN and pays taxes, files returns, etc. but has no authorization). On forms requesting his current employer, do we list this info or leave it blank? Do we list his social security #?

You can snoop around the INA for the law, but the illegal work and presence will be forgiven for the spouse of a USC. You may as well get used to telling the truth--it is the recommended course. Illegal work and stay will likely not be brought up in the interview, according to first-hand reports I've read. So yes, list his employer and SS#.

4. Are the free IRS transcripts I ordered sufficent for the affadavit of support?

Yes, and preferred.

5. I am confused by the 325-A. Do I, as the US Citizen, also need to fill this form out? It seems geared towards an alien. Also, there are 4 duplicate pages. Do we fill out all four pages and submit them all?

You can find a fillable version of the form at visapro (free) and by typing in one, all 4 pages will fill. Yes, each person needs one form completed; each for has 4 identical sheets. Double check the fillable form for typos & each page should have an original signature.

 

[I AM ALWAYS LIABLE]

My response:

And when he finally does get that Green Card, watch what happens to him.

Whoooooosh!

He'll be gone - - vapor, history, a thing of your past.

Baby, smarten up, will you? He doesn't want you for you. He wants you for the Green Card. He's USING YOU!

Don't believe me? Watch what happens. Read some of the other posts on this site about how people, like yourself, thought they met the "foreigner of their dreams", and then got dumped like yesterday's newspaper.

TYPICAL SCENARIO:

1. You're in your early 20's.

2. Your courtship was whirlwind, having known him for, perhaps at most, 6 months. Usually less.

3. He's exceedingly good looking.

4. You're frumpy.

5. You've had maybe two boyfriends in your life. More than likely, only one or none.

6. You can't believe you "bagged" such a great looking guy.

7. In the morning, so as not to disturb you, he'd rather bite his arm off.

8. You kiss him. He never makes the effort.

You'll be posting back here at some point in the near future, telling us your sob story about how he done you wrong. No sympathy for you, sweety.

IAAL

 

[shs157]

Don't worry, help is out there!!

Wow, I guess that's happened to you. I'm so sorry, it must be awful. Especially since it's left you such an angry, bitter person. I hope somewhere out there you can find the help you need, so you don't waste so much time trying to let it all out in such an inappropriate place. You're in my thoughts...I'm so sad for you.

Don't worry for me though. None of those things are the case here. Been togeher for 3 years, he flew me to meet his family in 3 different countries before proposing, he flew my parents to meet his, we had a wedding with 175guests, over half flown in from his home. He treats me like a princess and always has. And OH, how I wish I were in my early 20's and not had any boyfriends! The dating stories I have are enough to write a book about! I shared your post with my husband, he got a good laugh about your implication that he's exceedingly handsome. I'm ususally considered the more attractive one (not that it matters much) and he loved your compliment. Thanks for making my hubby's day! You've made mine too...I have so much to be thankful for! Thanks for reminding me of all the sad stories out there, like yours. Again, I'm sorry you are so angy. Best of luck to you, sweetie! For all those who answered without so much anger, we do appreciate your assistance!!

 

[shs157]

Again, just wanted to say thanks for the help and to answer the quetion regarding my husband's status. He came in legally, on a student visa that expired 18 months ago, while we were dating so I guess he just overstayed.

 

[evcalyptos]

Again, just wanted to say thanks for the help and to answer the quetion regarding my husband's status. He came in legally, on a student visa that expired 18 months ago, while we were dating so I guess he just overstayed.

You're welcome.

It would probably be worth your while to have at least an initial consulatation with an immigration attorney who is familiar with student cases (ask first!). There are different rules for students and you mention several trips abroad that might be of importance. A short meeting will help you be sure there are no problems hiding out there, ready to bite you when you least expect it. I'm sure the peace of mind will be priceless.
There are potentially other problems related to the work issue that you might want to clear with an attorney first.

I am not an attorney

 

[shs157]

Thanks again for the help! We are looking for some low-cost assistance now. As for the overseas trips, I went alone as he didn't want to create trouble by leaving. But the student stuff and work stuff is definitely of enough concern for us to consult a lawyer!

 

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Think you were a little bit hard in coming out to explain your romeo and juliet story including the several trips made abraod and meeting with spouse family members, only to retract on word that souse did not make those trips? You were just been cautioned and no harm was intended. Wish you fulfilment in your aspirations...

 

[shs157]

Think you were a little bit hard in coming out to explain your romeo and juliet story including the several trips made abraod and meeting with spouse family members, only to retract on word that souse did not make those trips? You were just been cautioned and no harm was intended. Wish you fulfilment in your aspirations...

I am not at all sure what you mean. I was responding to the post by "I am alway liable" when I explained that my husband had sent me to meet his family. If someone accuses my husband of using me, you can be very sure that I will defend him. I don't think that we have a "Romeo and Juliet" story at all. We're normal people who fell in love and who met each others family before getting married, and that's all I said. I don't recall ever stating that he DID accompany me on those trips so there was nothing to "retract". I sincerely appreciated the advice I received and I was in no way being "hard" on anyone who offered advice. Perhaps you did not read the rude, ignorant message sent to me about being frumpy, ugly, and used by my husband? In any event, all's I wanted to do was come to this forum to get some help and I have greatly appreciated the 2 or 3 genuine people that have assisted me. As for people slamming me, putting down my relationship, and now you, calling me a liar, in all seriousness, why do you feel that to be necessary? Why can't you just be polite, read the posts carefully before adding your 2 cents that don't even make sense, and if you have nothing nice to say, then just use whatever manners you may have, and stay out of it? You clearly did not read this entire thread and I do not appreciate you referring to my normal, happy marriage as a "Romeo and Juliet" story, whatever that means.

 

[evcalyptos]

Iall's I wanted to do was come to this forum to get some help and I have greatly appreciated the 2 or 3 genuine people that have assisted me.

Review shows that you are down to 1 genuine helpful person, by your criteria: me (I answered your original question last month). So here's my last priceless advice (tongue firmly in cheek): you seem to have a reasonable grasp on things; this is not the 'right' forum for you, move over to another one.
I'll send you a PM with an idea.

edit: meant to add, don't waste your energy arguing here, save it for the good stuff

 

[shs157]

I am honestly not trying to come off as rude or anything else. I just hate being attacked when I was just trying to explain myself. I thought I could just get some assistance, now I will consult a lawyer (or legal clinic), thanks to your advice. Also, thank you for answering my original question last month! We went on vacation and I forgot to check it when I got back, which is why it was part of my new question.

 

[evcalyptos]

I am honestly not trying to come off as rude or anything else. I just hate being attacked when I was just trying to explain myself. I thought I could just get some assistance, now I will consult a lawyer (or legal clinic), thanks to your advice. Also, thank you for answering my original question last month! We went on vacation and I forgot to check it when I got back, which is why it was part of my new question.

I forgot that private messages were turned off here recently. There is a marriage-specific usenet group called alt.visa.us.marriage-based. You can read it most easily at a website called britishexpats.com and you don't have to be british to post there.

You're not half rude; I just wouldn't waste my time worrying about attacks from the users here. Elsewhere, maybe, here: no

 

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Don't worry for me though. None of those things are the case here. Been togeher for 3 years, he flew me to meet his family in 3 different countries before proposing, he flew my parents to meet his, we had a wedding with 175guests, over half flown in from his home. He treats me like a princess and always has.

As for the overseas trips, I went alone as he didn't want to create trouble by leaving]

Especially since it's left you such an angry, bitter person. I hope somewhere out there you can find the help you need, so you don't waste so much time trying to let it all out in such an inappropriate place. You're in my thoughts...I'm so sad for you.

Why can't you just be polite, read the posts carefully before adding your 2 cents that don't even make sense, and if you have nothing nice to say, then just use whatever manners you may have, and stay out of it?

Here you come again!!! Do you always have to respond in this manner when issues are explained that contractdicts yours or when the fact is been said to you? Nobody is trying to slam you here.. Read the quotes above, maybe it's the choice of words? Your effort is been appreciated and I sincerely wish you the very best in your endeavors. Stay blessed and peace...

 

[shs157]

Okay, as I really don't wish to continue this arguement, I give up trying to explain myself and my style of writing. I still don't see, for example, where in the sentence "HE flew MEto meet his family..." I state he came with me. You also completely chose to ignore the post I was replying TO. In any event, we clearly just have a difference of opinion and that's fine. Let's just drop it as I am sure we both have more important issues to worry about. Good night and all the best to you.......