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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresThis forum discusses the US immigration procedure used to obtain a K1 Fiance(e) Visa for a non US Citizen (living overseas) engaged to a US Citizen. K2 Visas for children of the foreign fiance(e) (if applicable) are also discussed. |
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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures
This forum discusses the US immigration procedure used to obtain an IR1 or CR1 Spouse Visa for a non US Citizen (living overseas) married to a US Citizen. IR2 and CR2 Visas for children of a foreign spouse are also discussed. |
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Direct Consular Filing (DCF) General DiscussionThis forum discusses an expedited IR1 / CR1 Visa processing procedure if both the US Citizen and their non US Citizen spouse are living overseas (residence). |
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Bringing Family Members of US Citizens to AmericaThis forum is for discussion on bringing a US Citizen's family members (other than a spouse or fiance) to America. This includes bringing children, parents, brothers and sisters. For spouses please see the K3 or IR-1 forums. |
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Bringing Family Members of Permanent Residents to AmericaThis forum is for discussing general issues regarding bringing a Permanent Resident's (Green Card Holder's) family members to America. This can include bringing a spouse (husband or wife) or children. |
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What Visa Do I Need - Family Based ImmigrationThis forum is to discuss family based US visa options. |
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Tourist VisasThis forum is for discussion tourist visas (B-1/B-2) to the US. People wishing to enter temporarily for pleasure, tourism, business or medical treatment should post here. |
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Work VisasThis forum is for discussion on Work based visas to the USA. Hundreds of thousands of people each year enter the US and potentially may even choose to stay and immigrate to the US. H, L, O, P and Q Visas are discussed here. |
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Student & Exchange Visitor VisasThis forum is for discussing Student (F & M) and Exchange Visitor (J) Visas for the USA. Many people come to the US each year with a student or Exchange visa and ultimately may find long term work or even immigrate with their new or existing family. |
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Diversity Lottery VisasThe Diversity Immigrant Visa Program makes available visas annually, drawn from a random selection among all entries from eligible countries. This is an immigrant visa that allows a direct path to becoming a US Permanent Resident. |
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National Visa Center (Dept of State)All petitions for Visas pass through here before going overseas. The NVC is also the clearing house for many petition types. If you are wondering "What's up at the NVC!", then post here! NVC Phone# 603-334-0700. |
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US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionThis forum is for general experiences or questions related to US embassies around the world. Visa specific questions should be posted in their respective forums. Please post your interview experiences in the review section. |
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Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)This forum is for discussion on the administrative processes and waivers sometimes required for visa applicants that have been found inadmissible or previously deported, removed or voluntarily departed the US without an order of deportation. |
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USCIS Service CentersThis forum is for posting information on the 5 major USCIS Service Centers: Texas, Vermont, Nebraska, California and Missouri (National Benefits Center). To find out current processing times click here. |
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Adjustment of Status (Green Card) from Family Based VisasOnce you are in the US you will need to file for Adjustment of Status (AOS) to become a permanent resident of the USA. This process is lengthy and can be confusing at first. Please post your interview experiences in the review section. |
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Adjustment of Status from Work, Student, & Tourist VisasThis forum is to discuss the process of filing for Adjustment of Status (AOS) from a Work, Student or Tourist Visa. Please post your interview experiences in the review section. |
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Working & Traveling During US ImmigrationThis forum discusses working and traveling for US immigrants both before and after obtaining US Permanent Residence. Employment Authorization Documents (EAD), Advance Parole (AP) and Social Security Numbers (SSN) (in its sub-forum) are discussed here. |
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Tax & Finances During US ImmigrationDiscussion on Tax and Financial Topics Relating to US Immigration. |
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Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionThis forum is for sharing your experiences in "Removing Conditions" for Conditional Permanent Residents (I-751). |
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US Citizenship General DiscussionDiscussion on filing for Naturalization (N-400) to become a US Citizen. This is for anyone wishing to become a US Citizen despite how they entered the US. |
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Effects of Major Family Changes on Immigration BenefitsThis forum is dedicated to topics such as but not limited to divorce or even the loss of life of a petitioning relative (Family Member) and how it may affect immigration related benefits. |
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Military Immigration-Related DiscussionThis forum is for discussing general immigration issues related to members (and family) of the US Military |
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General Immigration-Related DiscussionThis forum is for discussing general immigration topics. |
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Off TopicOff Topic discussion not relating to US Immigration. For politics or religion please use the below sub forum. |
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Games While You WaitGame threads of all sorts go here. Have fun! |
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Current Events and Hot Social TopicsDiscussion on the latest news, current events and hot social topics including politics and religion. |
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Regional Discussion
This Forum is dedicated to discussion on the major regions around the world. Topics of discussion may include travel, moving, what to eat and any other experience you may wish to share or inquire about. Have fun! |
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Moving Here and Your New Life In AmericaPost your experiences after arriving in America. How has your life changed? Share things like if you got work authorization; is it what you thought it would be; are you happy, etc. |
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Finding Work in AmericaThis forum is where members can discuss the topic of finding work in America as a new or current immigrant. Often times something as simple as "references" from previous employment overseas can difficult. With any luck, this forum will bring the power of the community together to help everyone find work in the US :). |
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Introducing our MembersEnter a short bit about yourself and your family member :) |
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General PollsThis section is where general polls are kept. If it directly relates to another category, post it there instead. Stop by and drop your vote! |
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Immigration News and DiscussionThis section is for immigration related news and discussion |
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