STEP 5: Prepare Petition Package

This section provides step-by-step instructions for putting the petition package together for submission to the USCIS.

*NOTE: Visa Amigo strongly recommends that all mail sent to the USCIS be sent via overnight mail so that it will arrive quickly, can be tracked, and delivery confirmation obtained. If you decide to use the U.S. Postal Service be sure to request a delivery receipt.

1. Prepare an envelope or shipping label with the appropriate USCIS Service Center address.

2. In the envelop, include the following (in this order):

a. USCIS Cover Letter

b. Form I-129F. Double check to be sure the form is completed and signed.

c. Form G-325A for Petitioner. Make sure all 4 copies are completed and signed at the bottom where indicated.

d. Form G-325A for Beneficiary. Make sure all 4 copies are completed and signed at the bottom where indicated.

e. Form I-134. Make sure the form is signed and notarized.

f. Letters of Intent to Marry. Make sure both letters (1 for Petitioner and 1 for Beneficiary) are signed.

g. Passport Photographs. 2 each for you and your fiance. Make sure to print the name and date of the subject of the photograph on the back of each picture.

h. All of the other supporting documentation listed in Step 2 (copy of birth certificate or passport, copies of divorce decrees if applicable, etc.)

3. Prepare a check made payable to the USCIS in the amount of $170.00 if petition will be postmarked before July 30, 2007 and $455 for petitions which will be postmarked after July 30, 2007.

4. Make 3 photocopies of the entire petition and supporting documentation.

5. Attach all the documents in paragraph 2 above with a paper clip in the order indicated with the check on top.

6. Mail the original copy of the petition to the USCIS.

7. Mail or email a copy of the petition to your fiance.

8. Place the two additional copies in a safe place for your records.