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    Understanding turnaround times for I-130 for parents

    Hi I am a USC and I filed for my parents 130 with a priority date of April 11, 2013 - they are Pakistani Citizens and outside the US. How do I calculate the expected time to approval for their cases. Is there a link that outlines the major milestones and what type of documents I need to...
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    Birth certificate in Both english and native language

    Hi, The copy of my birth certificate is in both the english language and my native language (Urdu). Do I still need a translation ? If I do not need a translation should I point it out in my cover letter that the birth certificate is in both english and my native language. Thanks.
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    Second set of eyes for Parent's i130 application

    Hi guys, I think I finally have it. Could I run the packed checklist by you guys: i130 packet for mother: a. Cover letter b. i130 application c. $420 cashier's check d. Copy of my Naturalization Certificate e. Copy of my Birth Certificate showing both my name and my mom's...
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    Should I send mother / father applications in the same mail packet

    Hi, I think I've finally gotten my i-130 applications squared away for my Parents. Should I send them in two separate packets or the same packet. Note: I already have two separate cashier's checks for for $420 made. Thanks.
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    i-130: listing a previous marriage of a parent

    Hi, I was just filling out the forms for one of my parents and I found out that they had been married to someone else and divorced a long time ago like 50 years ago in the third world where documentation is below par. The question I have is -- if they don't have any documentation...
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    Are the I-130 and I-864 filed at the same time

    Is there any advantage over have them process it while they are in the US or outside Many thanks for your response. Two follow on questions: 1. Is there any advantage over having them process it while they are in the US or outside? (They are currently in Pakistan) 2. Once I file the...
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    i-130: how to fill the filed: If separate petitions are also being submitted for other relatives, gi

    Hi, Getting ready to file 2 i-130 forms, one for each Parent. Say my mom's name is Jane Doe and my Dad's name is John Doe. What do I put in their respective i-130 fields "If separate petitions are also being submitted for other relatives, give names of each and relationship." So on my...
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    Are the I-130 and I-864 filed at the same time

    Hi, I'm just about ready to file the i-130 for my parents (who are outside the United States) and I just found out about the i-184. The question I have is: do I file the i-130 now and then wait to be instructed by the USCIS to file the i-864 at a later date -- I'd prefer that as I have not...
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    Employment History and exactness of dates

    Hi, For my employment history: 1. I have had a job that started 7 years ago -- do I list the begin date as as the start of the 5 year period? 2. Or do I list the actual start date? 3. I have held many jobs concurrently -- some part time with a loose affeliation how do I capture...
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