CR1 Process after entry into the U.S.

[jj_154 0]

I asked this question in a different manner previously, but now that the time is upon us, I just want to confirm I have the process correct. My wife and I (USC) are moving to the U.S. in 10 days. My wife has a CR1 visa. Are there any requirements for us after we enter the U.S.

1. If I understand properly, CR1 visa holders do not have to file for AOS. So basically all we have to do is wait for my wife's Green Card and SS card to arrive in the mail after we enter the U.S. After 2 years (90 days before) we have to file to remove her conditional status. Other than that, we just have to file change of address forms when we move. Is this correct?

2. At first I thought we had to file the form I-551 after we arrived. Now I understand that the I-551 is the green card itself and will be sent to us automatically. Is this correct?

3. When my wife goes through immigration at the airport, what documents does she need to get back from the immigration officials? I've read of a few cases of people not getting back the right documents at the POE and then having some trouble filing documents later on.

I am just trying to make sure we are not missing some important document/procedure that we are obligated to do.

Thanks for all your help.

John

[belay 0]

I asked this question in a different manner previously, but now that the time is upon us, I just want to confirm I have the process correct. My wife and I (USC) are moving to the U.S. in 10 days. My wife has a CR1 visa. Are there any requirements for us after we enter the U.S.

1. If I understand properly, CR1 visa holders do not have to file for AOS. So basically all we have to do is wait for my wife's Green Card and SS card to arrive in the mail after we enter the U.S. After 2 years (90 days before) we have to file to remove her conditional status. Other than that, we just have to file change of address forms when we move. Is this correct?

yes this is correct... but if after 3 weeks there is no ssn yet i suggest you go to ssa to apply for ssn

2. At first I thought we had to file the form I-551 after we arrived. Now I understand that the I-551 is the green card itself and will be sent to us automatically. Is this correct?

yes I-551 is the permanent resident card

3. When my wife goes through immigration at the airport, what documents does she need to get back from the immigration officials? I've read of a few cases of people not getting back the right documents at the POE and then having some trouble filing documents later on.

your wife will have a stamp in her passport and thats it

I am just trying to make sure we are not missing some important document/procedure that we are obligated to do.

Thanks for all your help.

John

thats just based on my experience and what i have read

Edited August 9, 2008 by belay

[N360 0]

1. If I understand properly, CR1 visa holders do not have to file for AOS. So basically all we have to do is wait for my wife's Green Card and SS card to arrive in the mail after we enter the U.S. After 2 years (90 days before) we have to file to remove her conditional status. Other than that, we just have to file change of address forms when we move. Is this correct?

You are correct. You do not have to file AOS. At your wife's point of entry, the officer will probably tell your wife to wait for her green card and SS card in a few weeks.

In our case, my wife received her green card and SS card in the mail in about two weeks.

The gren card that your wife will receive is conditiona and will expire in 2 years. 90 days before that expiration, you and your wife will have to file for "Lifting conditions". If that gets approve, your wife should get her 10 year green card.

2. At first I thought we had to file the form I-551 after we arrived. Now I understand that the I-551 is the green card itself and will be sent to us automatically. Is this correct?

Correct. See #1

3. When my wife goes through immigration at the airport, what documents does she need to get back from the immigration officials? I've read of a few cases of people not getting back the right documents at the POE and then having some trouble filing documents later on.

I was with my wife at her POE and all they gave her was a "Welcome to the US" letter. They also stamped her visa. That's all.

[Yiyi and Chris 0]

Correct, Correct, and Correct...

I can't wait for the day that my wife can move with me...

Chris

[xuemei 0]

Correct, Correct, and Correct...

I can't wait for the day that my wife can move with me...

Chris

I share your feelings Chris.

[jj_154 0]

Thanks for all your replies. That's a big weight off my mind to know we just have to wait for the green card / SS card. Good luck to everyone still in the process.

Thanks,

John

[Filiricans 3]

Correct, Correct, and Correct...

I can't wait for the day that my wife can move with me...

Chris

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Don't worry Chris, very soon u'll be reunited with your wife again. Congrat's on ur case completed & good luck to ur medical and upcoming interview too.