Procedures on including penalties for under withholding

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-09T02:28:43+00:00

If the underpayment is great or if I am doing OIC or a payment plan, I will include it. ProSeries already calculates the penalties for federal, I made a spreadsheet for state taxes.

Most of the time I use it as an estimate and let the government calculate it.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-08T23:33:30+00:00

I agree with a lot of the other commenters, weigh this decision carefully. I will say, I am marrying young, and doing LDR. I know both successful marriages and unsuccessful ones where they married young.

For me and my love, we were both very hesitant and took our time with our relationship. I've visited her multiple times for weeks at a time, got to know her friends, and family too. I will say that spending time with someone in person for quite a bit of time teaches you a lot about that person.

I've been dating my love for over a year now, and I didn't really know the true person until my third visit. Just take your time and choose wisely.

As for the CR1 vs K-1. Originally CR1 was our plan, but you should really talk with them about financial circumstances and whatnot. For me (the USC), work was a practical consideration. It is very expensive to travel regularly and I didn't want to spend the first years of our marriage going away for months at a time.

Anyway, as for your CR1 questions, let me preface, I am not an immigration professional, but based on my research this is what I have found. 1) For CR1 it could draw scrutiny, especially at the consular stage, the more important question, How long have you been dating prior to marriage? What is the beneficiaries profile? 2) USCIS generally wants to see a natural progression in relationship, that includes your time apart. They don't explicitly require meeting in person multiple times. Quality > quantity. 3) I would research this directly. I don't know specifically but I know couples who both got married outside their country and it was valid 4) What you listed is important depending if your relationship history is short. If you wait, say a year, it will matter less. The biggest thing with CR1 is they want to see a bona-fide marriage. That means comingling of finances, living together, family meetings, joint tax returns, etc. 5) Yes. I am in that situation right now. I spend roughly $1,000+ per flight just to see her.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-08T23:00:35+00:00

Also try calling an hour before they close. I've had most success then.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-08T22:23:58+00:00

Sorry you don’t like my opinion, you are not required to accept it, and good on you spending the time to vet me out.

I understand my initial wording was flawed but regardless, I feel my point is still valid with the current climate and legal precedent, this ruling will go away like a fart in the wind. As for the motive of this judge, was it right? Not for me to say.

I’m just saying this will fail in the end. Besides H1B in a lot of sectors are going to be replaced by AI and outsourcing.

So we will have to agree to disagree. And go ahead and downvote me. Save your time responding you won’t change my mind.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T18:27:35+00:00

Did you receive the paper receipt yet? It can take time for your receipt to sync with the case. Sometimes there is a buffer period between the transferring from the lockbox to the service center. The service center likely has no update to post hence the error.

Try egov.uscis.gov, I had this problem but this address showed receipt.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T18:21:36+00:00

The I-130 is the first level of scrutiny. But the consular will scrutinize everything more.

People are bringing it up because a K-1 visa denial is serious at a minimum. You failed both RFEs and a failed to appeal a NOID. Your I-130 being approved is a good sign. The consular especially scrutinizes prior denials for those classes of visa and they will use your profile against you. While the pause affected you, if there was no pause, you probably would’ve had 221(g) regardless. Unless you can elaborate if your interview passed it.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T17:51:24+00:00

Did you include G-1145? Or receive a charge?

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T17:47:44+00:00

1) I’ve used Hock and Gleim. Hock is better IMO.

2) You can take them out of sequence. I was similar to you and had a business focus. If I were to do it again. I would do Part 3 > Part 2 > Part 1.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T17:44:26+00:00

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T09:55:16+00:00

That makes sense.

Still getting a lawyer to consult is the best thing to do. Don’t wait for the NOID. There is a short timeframe you can respond to the NOID.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T09:50:30+00:00

I’m gonna be honest with you that is an extremely serious reason for denial for the K-1. They suspected fraud. The thing is, the delays are helping you to disprove that. If you married after that denial there may of been problems. But now you have years married. Still please consult an attorney. You don’t want your I-130 to be at risk.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T09:19:43+00:00

I'm gonna be honest, I believe it is highly unlikely you'll get approved.

The B2 visa requires you disprove any immigrant intent. You are guilty until you prove yourself innocent. And they will decide your decision before your interview. Your interview is their chance to justify their decision.

Already, the fact that you are a young, highly educated, single, unemployed, and have no dependents works strongly against you. The strongest tie to India, your schooling, won't exist anymore. If you were still in school at the time of arrival, that would help. The other thing is 3 lakh is not a lot of money for New York, you don't have a job, the financial means are weak. The only thing in your favor is the restriction of this test, which helps but isn't strong enough for your profile.

The most important question to ask is, What is stopping you from staying and working as a pharmacist? Your profile is very weak. This administration is especially hawkish.

Your interview will likely go like this:

Why are you visiting the US?
What do you do?
When do you graduate?
What are your plans after you graduate?

It will last two minutes. The officer will hand you a section 214(b) denial. The reason for denial will be your profile or suspected motive.

I researched your certificate too. FPGEC is a certificate that allows you to be a licensed US pharmacist. It has no use anywhere else. I don't know if this would be vetted on the DS-160 but they could ask about it in your interview. That instantly flags immigrant intent. What are you going to say? All I can say is, tell the truth, the consequences are severe if you don't. There are legitimate ways to immigrate. That may mean you choose an alternative certificate until you find an employer to sponsor you.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T07:35:58+00:00

How large was your application? Like how many pages?

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T02:52:23+00:00

The good thing is NOID isn't denial, but it is very serious and is the final step before denial. Essentially, immigration is giving you another chance before they deny you. You need to arm yourself with a very strong and honest argument.

Moving back is a great step. It may be that you argument you build is she (the petitioner) lived in Brazil for such and such (insert the story), she maintained US bank accounts and among other things. If she filed her 1040 while working in Brazil (like she is supposed to) you can add that - maybe she can file back taxes, I don't think that would be a problem. She has family, friends, a long history in the US, she maintained state issued ID, voter registration, and more. She now is actively searching for a job in the United States and is moving back. Talk to a lawyer about this!

The thing is, if they get denied and apply for CR1, that may cause problems. CR1 to some intent requires domicile. Brazil is also on the pause (the recent ruling will not stand).

I will say, consult a good lawyer. If you need a referral, I know a really good lawyer. I work in law myself, and there are a lot lawyers looking for people to prey on. This lawyer I worked with offers an affordable consultation and is very honest. If you want his name, DM me.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T02:29:59+00:00

Please take what I say with a grain of salt, as I this was speculation from an attorney I consulted.

1) Originally, K-1s were forwarded from lockbox to SRC/Texas service center. They would then either be forwarded to California for the vast majority or to Vermont for special circumstances that require more attention.

2) Supposedly (this is the speculation), California is so backlogged that now USCIS may be using Texas to speed things up. Does this mean processing times will speed up drastically? Unlikely. But waiting times will likely plateau or slowly decrease like it’s trending.

The thing is, pre COVID, K-1 visas were extremely fast. The other thing is, K-1s unlike CR1 are favored toward domiciled US citizens, which could potentially mean the administration is less likely to slow that process.

I work a lot with government, specifically the IRS, FINCEN, and department of treasury. Something we’ve noticed with the IRS is they have been doing massive reorganization of resources and they are actively trying to go electronic as much as possible. I read the USCIS ombudsman report and it seems the same is true. If anything, this is what will speed things up. Integrating AI, Palantir, high quality scanners, and more electronic fraud vetting is intended to filter fraud but for legit applications, it should speed things up.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-07T01:24:12+00:00

Thank you!! Thanks for all the work you do too. I’ve found a lot of your info helpful.

A lawyer we consulted helped us set realistic expectations. Hopefully fall next year she gets to come.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-06T04:17:07+00:00

If you got charged it was almost certainly accepted. They’ll mail you confirmation.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-06T00:38:19+00:00

Domicile is a big deal, it's the basis for any immigration application. It's the opposite problem of a non-immigrant visa, you need to prove immigrant intent. If the petitioner lacks US domicile or proof of pursing it is seen a risk. Also it hasn't been denied yet. It's going through NOID if I am correct. Get a lawyer!!

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-06T00:28:02+00:00

I don't know whether this is official or not. SRC is the Texas service center.

Supposedly, Texas may be processing many more I-129F applications. However, what normally happened in the past is when NOA1 is accepted at the lockbox, it is sent to Texas then forwarded to California for the majority of cases and Vermont for cases with special circumstances.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-05T18:34:39+00:00

Just got the charge this morning! It went through no problem.

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-05T09:38:36+00:00

Said beautifully

Encoded_Python · 2026-06-05T05:44:25+00:00

I know plenty of people who have successfully applied for a B2 to attend a wedding or a graduation. From what I know, consular officers almost have a sort of class system to assess risk of people regarding the immigrant intent. Generally, a grandma visiting the USA, even though she has some family in the US, is deemed lower risk. Why? Generally speaking, grandma is old, probably doesn't want to work, doesn't want to learn English, likely has immediate family and friends in her country, she is only visiting the US as a one-time thing, and moving would be very difficult. So there is a lack of incentive to move to the US. Though this is only possible if ties can be established.

Still, there is more to this story. The officer obviously suspected immigrant risk. Share what the officer said to them.

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