SSN issue

[wildcrdj 12]

Tried to get a SSN for my wife but apparently even though I-94 is valid, it has to be valid for at least 2 weeks into the future (?).

They said we should try to get it extended, but from what I can tell that isn't possible for K1? We need either SSN or ITIN for tax purposes. Green Card is going to be 6+ months from now based on processing time so that won't work.

Are there any other options? Has anyone fixed this issue before? ITIN instructions are confusing and trying to check with my accountant about that.

[ISBJORN10 5]

you should apply for ssn at least 2 weeks before expiry

[wildcrdj 12]

Well I know that now, but didn't see that listed on Social Security website anywhere, so it didn't help. Question is whether its at all possible to change I94 date (thats what Social Security Office recommended, but I don't think that actually can happen for K-1?), if there is any other option besides the long wait for green card. And also whether anyone has used ITIN instead of SSN in this kind of situation.

[Darnell 8,478]

i've written a lot in a SSN-HowTo in the SSN sub-forum. Although it's too late now,

suggest you chase an EAD during your AOS attempt.

[KayDeeCee 4,891]

No, it is not possible to extend the stay on an entry with a K-1. You needed to get the SSN right away after entry while there was still valid time on the I-94, or wait for the EAD. Hopefully you applied for that with your AOS application. The EAD is received in about 60-90 days after filing.

~ Moved from K-1 Process to Social Security Numbers - topic about SSN~

[wildcrdj 12]

Did not apply for EAD since she won't be working, although looks like we can do that after AOS filing as well, so might as well do that while looking into either getting extension or getting ITIN.

[KayDeeCee 4,891]

Yes, you can still go ahead and file for the EAD now. Just include a copy of the receipt notice for filing the I-485 and the fee will still be waived. It is a way for her to have an official govt. ID in her married name to, if she changed it when you married.

You will not get an extension for the K-1, but you may be able to get an extension on filing your taxes.

You may not apply to extend your stay if you were admitted to the United States in the following categories:

• Visa Waiver Program
• Crew member (D nonimmigrant visa)
• In transit through the United States (C nonimmigrant visa)
• In transit through the United States without a visa (TWOV)
• Fiancé of a U.S. citizen or dependent of a fiancé (K nonimmigrant visa)

http://www.uscis.gov/visit-united-states/extend-your-stay

Edited February 28, 2015 by KayDeeCee

[wildcrdj 12]

Yeah, after talking to my accountant looks like we can extend taxes without her SSN/ITIN, apply for EAD and get SSN after that, then file taxes.

Thanks!