In law visa

utopiacowboy says on Apr 11, 2006, 08:37:

Timing? Timing is the least of your worries. You'll be damm lucky to get them a visitor's visa ever. They are not required to use it at all and usually they are good for 10 years.

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marcastillo says on Apr 11, 2006, 09:41:

My parents got their visa for 5 years (multiple entries) they can stay here in the U.S for 6 months and afterwards they have to come back to Colombia.
It was easy for them to get their visa since my father works for a multinational company ( 25 years working for the same company) they have a few properties in Colombia and some money in the bank. However, my husband who is a gringo sent them a letter ( an invitation letter) but the consul did not even look at it. If your in-laws ave good reasons to come back to Colombia such as properties, investments, money, businesses, and work they should not have any problem.

Marsh

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Rikito says on Apr 11, 2006, 09:46:

UC I don't understand what you mean here. Would you be a little more deacriptive?

It is not life that matters, but the journey.

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Bquilla says on Apr 11, 2006, 10:19:

In law Visa ! En Colombia hay un periodo de espera de 1 a 2 años solo para ir a la entrevista, es un tiempo de espera bastante largo. Here is the info:
Tourist Visa (B-2) or Temporary Business Visa (B-1)

What is a B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa?

The most commonly used category of visa is the Visitor B-1/B-2 visa; it is to be used for:
Vacations
Visiting family
Business meetings
Work-related training (short term)
Medical treatment
Traveling as a domestic employee
Accompanying another traveler on long-term Non-Immigrant travel if not qualified for a derivative visa
In Colombia, most B-1/B-2 visas are issued for a five-year validity, and can be used to enter and exit the United States multiple times during that period. In certain cases, the visa may be issued for a limited validity or number of entries. The validity and length of stay is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Specific Requirements for the B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa
Documents Required for Non-immigrant Visa Applications. In accordance with U.S. immigration law applicants must establish that they have strong ties to Colombia that will compel them to return after a temporary stay in the United States. The list of documents which can be presented to support the application for a visa includes suggestions for documents that may be presented. Please note, however, that presentation of these documents does not guarantee the issuance of the visa. Documents from the United States, such as invitation letters, proof of commercial contacts, etc., may be useful to clarify the reasons for travel, but are not as important as those that indicate the applicant's economic, social, family, and professional situation in Colombia. Please read the list carefully and present only those documents which pertain to your particular case. If possible, present original documents only.

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Bquilla says on Apr 11, 2006, 10:22:

Visa Info I live in the U.S. and sent a letter to my Colombian relatives offering to pay for all of their travel expenses. I am financially able to cover the cost of their travel, so why were they denied?
In accordance with U.S. immigration law applicants must establish that they have strong ties to Colombia that will compel them to return after a temporary stay in the United States. Despite the assurances or good intentions of a U.S. relative, an invitation letter will simply help establish that the applicant has a credible reason for traveling, and will do little to help the applicant overcome the presumption of immigrant intent. If you wish, you may send your relatives a personal letter explaining the purpose of the trip, the dates, and contact information. The applicant should bring the invitation letter with him/her to the visa interview. However, s/he must also bring documents that prove strong family and/or economic ties to Colombia. A letter of invitation from the U.S. is not sufficient to qualify for a visa, and even if you send a letter an offer to pay for the trip, applicants who lack compelling economic or family ties will be denied a visa. It is not necessary for relatives from the U.S. to come to the interview, nor should they send documents to the Embassy, as it is impossible to match them with applications. The Visa Information Call Center programs all interview appointments. The number to call from the U.S. is (1-877) 804-5401.

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Gator says on Apr 11, 2006, 12:59:

The Letter Means Nothing. Two of the wife's sister-both home owners, employed, pesos in the bank, etc. applied for B-1's On Tuesday one got the visa the other was turned down, the reason? "Too Young!" She is 52-go figure. (Both went to the embassy at the same time.

"SIC FRIATUR CRUSTUM DULCE. OBESA CANTAVIT."

"Brevior Sltare Cum Deformibus Mulieribus Est Vita!" .

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utopiacowboy says on Apr 11, 2006, 13:08:

Some people play roulette, some people play poker, some play the B-1 lottery at the US embassy. Step right up and put your $100 on the table.

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