GUEST60170 | You are going way overboard on this...and to the USC out there...it is not that difficult at all. I have been married for 4 years now..you obviously are reading books about this not personal experience...what a dumb-ass.
Next, for male US citizens: As I have outlined in another previous post, establishing a relationship with a woman from China and then marrying her with the intent to immigrate her to the USA, is not a game and it is not an endeavor to be entered into lightly. One must have a deep and complete understanding of the background and personal values of the prospective partner, as well as a more than cursory understanding of the [culture] from which is her origin.
So often, no thought is given to the realities of a cross-cultural union and all the preparation, hard work, and ongoing commitment it takes to have any chance at success. To form a successful relationship with a woman from China (or any non-western culture) one must be [mature] reasonably educated, have adequate financial resources, have the ability to be totally committed, very patient, have the capacity for deep and caring love, and be willing to understand and adapt to significant cultural differences.
If you are an American citizen (USC), it means you will be subjected to an intensive background check by the USCIS, DOS, FBI, IRS, and maybe even the CIA. The laws/regulations for US citizens bringing a foreign national fiancée/spouse to the US have changed greatly not only since 9-11, but also since early 2006, when the new IMBRA legislation was signed into law by the President. Not only are there reams of paperwork to complete, and now steep fees ($$) to pay, at the various steps of the process; one must be able to demonstrate/document a stable domicile, an adequate/stable income, and sufficient financial resources to support the new spouse.
Moreover, if you are a previous convicted felon, a spousal abuser, a tax evader/cheat, or you are a bum, who may be looking for a woman to come work for you, cook for you, clean your apartment, and/or be your toy, while you sit at home, drink beer and watch TV; you should think twice and look elsewhere for a companion, as the US law requires any/all negatives in your past to be fully disclosed to the woman. Most likely, with some issues, you may be denied the visa outright, pending further investigation, by the various Federal Agencies. Last, should the relationship fail, and the spouse becomes a public charge, you would have already signed documents early-on in the process, which make you legally responsible for her financial well being for a period of three years after her entry to the US; therefore, any monies spent by public entities in her support must be repaid by you, the sponsor.
Like it or not - this is the new reality !!
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