I130 - Dad RFE, Mom approved

[ironv]

I filed I-130 for my parents (Dad 80+, Mom 70+) in Nov 2021. The status was updated yesterday on USCIS website. Mom - approved. Dad - RFE (submit Indian marriage documents). I had submitted affidavits both for their birth certificate and marriage certificate from people who are older than them. The marriage affidavit was from relatives who were present at their wedding in 1969.

The RFE seems to allow for secondary evidence "Church/religious marriage records; Census or tribal records; Government records; Any other evidence you feel establishes the marriage." I was wondering if his pension documentation which has her name (for continuity as a survivor) would suffice. They require "Dates and locations of the event(s);" in that secondary document which would not be there in the pension document.

Any thoughts on other documents which may suffice? Thx!

[ironv]

In case this is useful for somebody else - they got a certificate from the local Sub-registrar's office. And they also had their wedding card from 50years ago! Submitted both and my dad's approval came through a couple of week ago.

[jackwilliam11]

In case this is useful for somebody else - they got a certificate from the local Sub-registrar's office. And they also had their wedding card from 50years ago! Submitted both and my dad's approval came through a couple of week ago.

Congratulations on your father's recent approval! It's wonderful to hear that the certificate from the local Sub-registrar's office and the 50-year-old wedding card were submitted and played a part in the successful outcome. It's a testament to the enduring love and commitment your parents share. Wishing your family continued happiness and many more years of cherished memories together!