USCIS Application Packet Tips for 2022 - I-130, I-485, I-129, fiancee visa

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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
  • The USCIS put out new guidance for how they want your applications packets to be. The new focus for USCIS is on scanning, which is part of a broader effort to speed up processing. Your USCIS application packet will NOT be rejected if you fail to do some of the things in this video, but following directions could result in faster processing (though I never know with USCIS!).
    00:00 Introduction to the USCIS application packet tips video
    01:19 USCIS asks for a change to help with scanning
    02:30 The USCIS recommendations
    02:40 1: No more binding your application!
    03:36 2: Scan your photos and print on regular paper
    04:28 3: No electronic chips, sd cards, batteried items, toys!
    05:21 4: Items bound with metal or plastic rings
    06:01 5: No photo albums, post cards, loose sheets
    07:12 6: No sticky notes or sticky tab dividers, no insertable dividers
    08:42 7: Do not print forms on colored paper
    09:06 8: Do not submit more than one copy
    09:34 9: Do not send originals
    10:05 10: Putting it all together
    11:19 Conclusion - how to do this right
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Komentáře • 60

  • @marianaamdarosa57
    @marianaamdarosa57 Před rokem +7

    Very helpful information! I'll file the fiancée visa forms soon, and most videos I see assembling the packet are full of these notes, binders, and dividers. It actually makes a lot of sense to optimize this process in order to make the whole thing faster in the long run.

  • @carlapopper
    @carlapopper Před rokem +1

    thank u for this video. very helpful as Im pitting together my I-485 package. I ;love that no staples etc is needed.

  • @zameershah5171
    @zameershah5171 Před rokem +3

    Please share the link for this information.

  • @DarkKar
    @DarkKar Před rokem +6

    USCIS Guidelines in the description of the video? Where?

    • @rigobertosandez
      @rigobertosandez Před 3 měsíci

      Recommendations for Paper Filings to Avoid Scanning Delays Release Date 11/16/2022

  • @caim5468
    @caim5468 Před rokem +1

    I got confused. Were on process printing our I-129f .no holes like you said it. But send it with out folders or binder with protective film. I know you said it makes there job easier and faster but it seem it's not formal sending just papers. Or USCIS doesn't care about that folders, binders??

  • @moramora6976
    @moramora6976 Před rokem +1

    HI THERE CAN YOU ANSWER A QUESTION MY ISSUES ITS I HAVE MY WIFE AND MY 2 KIDS AGES 15 AND 4 I SUMMIT THE APPLICATIONS IM US CITIZEN THE PROBLEMS IS THAT MY WIFE THE I130 WAS APROVED AND EVEN ALL THE 6 STEPS FROM THE NVC JUST WAITIN FOR INTEWVIEW BUT NOTHING FROM MY KIDS I . ITS SOMETHING WRONG WHY KIDS STILL WAITIN FOR GETIN APROVED ANY ANSWERS ?

  • @islandluvr
    @islandluvr Před 4 měsíci

    Does it matter what order your documents are in for the k1 visa?

  • @aneekaatique
    @aneekaatique Před rokem +1

    Hi, sending response to RFE for i-130 tomorrow. Do all this compilation applies for that too? No holes and no tabs and labels?

  • @nicolebenn5628
    @nicolebenn5628 Před 23 dny

    If your applying online is this necessary

  • @islandluvr
    @islandluvr Před 4 měsíci

    Can wev put multiple photos on one page?

  • @geioliveira
    @geioliveira Před rokem +2

    Hi thank you for this video, I was about to buy a beautiful folder to put all of the photocopies on. I have a question: if we can't put post-its on the documents, can we use highlighters? or how can we call attention to a certain part of a document?

  • @emilydavancens1308
    @emilydavancens1308 Před rokem +3

    This is so helpful! I was just about to purchase a binder with laminated sheets haha! I have a question--am I able to print things double sided (including the official completed forms), or should I print everything one sided? Also, can I write/type notes directly onto the photocopies of photos of receipts explaining what the photos are?

    • @omonphilip0996
      @omonphilip0996 Před rokem

      Just photocopy on one side

    • @DamjanDenoble
      @DamjanDenoble  Před rokem

      I love the notes approach. I always print single sided, but this is me just being paranoid.

  • @elouiseadonis9380
    @elouiseadonis9380 Před rokem +1

    Hello Mr Denoble, can you please tell me which visa is best for volunteering in the US, as a individual from a African country.

  • @marraclan9
    @marraclan9 Před měsícem

    Is this still current for 2024

  • @marcelaperez8959
    @marcelaperez8959 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for this video!

  • @blackpearlcazsie3302
    @blackpearlcazsie3302 Před 11 měsíci

    Its very detailed n helpful to us !thank u so much

  • @forknowledge6959
    @forknowledge6959 Před 8 měsíci

    you said you would include a link to the memo? I'm trying to figure out if they want real passport photos or even just a scan of those?

  • @georgieats
    @georgieats Před rokem

    at the actual interview where you bring your pack k1 visa, still need to scan photos on paper? and also passport photo stapled in baggie to a sheet of paper?

  • @nazninnuriaafrin2226
    @nazninnuriaafrin2226 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you so much for this very helpful video. I didn’t think you will actually respond to my call and give me a solution instantly. Thanks a lot. Really appreciate it. :)

  • @Ricys
    @Ricys Před 8 měsíci

    are pictures of me and my wife together needed in the i485 (and i130) application? i sent it last week this way concurrently, and i didn't include pictures of me and my wife together physically, will that be a cause of concern?

  • @david8145
    @david8145 Před rokem

    How about a big family application? Shouldn't we separate packages for each person (with a clear folder or something?

  • @jimross2101
    @jimross2101 Před 11 měsíci

    8.5" x 11" paper preferred? What about A4 size?

  • @robertpereboom9649
    @robertpereboom9649 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Why not upload all that junk online? Am I missing something?

  • @Trueboholana
    @Trueboholana Před rokem

    Too late for me I just bought all those stuff from the store. Good to know though I don't really like the idea of paper clips and sticky notes on the forms. The USCIS is right they're too messy and complicated. PRINTS AND SCANS are better.

  • @yr4361
    @yr4361 Před rokem

    Thank you great video and super helpful

  • @wecandoit1945
    @wecandoit1945 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you so much

  • @Haroon3rd
    @Haroon3rd Před rokem +1

    Where is the memo link as promised in the video? (video description) I can't find it!

    • @bellessima
      @bellessima Před rokem

      Hi You may read that to the USCIS website for update. Were still in the process of submitting the packet.

  • @WnAlva
    @WnAlva Před 8 měsíci

    Somebody knows where can I translate my birth certificate online ? 😢

  • @Andrew-tr3de
    @Andrew-tr3de Před rokem +2

    Link to these new guidlines please

    • @DamjanDenoble
      @DamjanDenoble  Před rokem +2

      www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/recommendations-for-paper-filings-to-avoid-scanning-delays

    • @kimberlychantell
      @kimberlychantell Před rokem +3

      ONLY APPLICABLE WHEN FILING AT A SERVICE CENTER

  • @alexw5093
    @alexw5093 Před 27 dny

    I honestly think that if they are processing these applications by scanning them now, then submitted evidence should be done digitally with online form filing. It’s a waste of paper, shipping costs, and, in some cases, time.

    • @DamjanDenoble
      @DamjanDenoble  Před 27 dny +1

      I agree. I just wish they’d let us do that. Fun fact, over one billion dollars has gone in to trying to digitize forms. They have a little over a dozen or so working ones.

    • @alexw5093
      @alexw5093 Před 27 dny

      That explains why they have more digital forms now. We started the process back in 2019 and at each stage it felt like we were mailing off a dissertation in the mail. Have you seen any trend where they shift active cases on paper to all digital? Or would they only do that with new cases going forward?
      Either way, I hope they get enough staff to speed up the digitization process and clear out some of the backlog.

    • @DamjanDenoble
      @DamjanDenoble  Před 27 dny

      @@alexw5093 USCIS is self funded and they start all over with their development plan whenever there is an election, so right now they are moving forward but a Trump admin would likely send things back to paper as goal is to slow down processing not help it….

    • @alexw5093
      @alexw5093 Před 27 dny +1

      And as usual the ones who are following the process get their hand slapped….hopefully we’ll get the last stage submitted soon before more delays are introduced. Thank you for the information! You saved me a few hours of tabbing pages 😁

    • @DamjanDenoble
      @DamjanDenoble  Před 27 dny +1

      @@alexw5093 you’re welcome. And if you like this, check out the podcast. I try to keep things light and informative

  • @isabelaroque5051
    @isabelaroque5051 Před rokem +1

    Pics and copies could be black and white?

  • @TheYasirRaj
    @TheYasirRaj Před rokem

    Do i need a form form G-1145 for dallas lockbox

  • @fabiennedesulme220
    @fabiennedesulme220 Před rokem

    Very helpful video

  • @instagramdude4784
    @instagramdude4784 Před rokem +3

    Hello. The memo says all these apply ONLY is you are filing with a USCIS Service Center. What if I am sending my packet to a USCIS LOCKBOX?

  • @FirstKlazzBeauty
    @FirstKlazzBeauty Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @bblsurvival
    @bblsurvival Před rokem

    can i send a binder packet to uscis

  • @paovue2638
    @paovue2638 Před 11 měsíci

    I just bought binders :(

  • @jazminbetancourt8611
    @jazminbetancourt8611 Před rokem

    Hi. I have a question about copies of taxes? Do you know what part of it to include with the application? Thanks in advance if you can help.

    • @RachelandRavee
      @RachelandRavee Před 11 měsíci

      I read somewhere that the tax transcripts are the best, that's what I'm including in my packet.

  • @prabindrachapagain4926

    what if we are submitting multiple forms in a packet?

  • @taskforcecomputer
    @taskforcecomputer Před 11 měsíci

    Go Blue!

  • @mallikakejriwal1989
    @mallikakejriwal1989 Před rokem

    Thank you