Who can request an expedite for IR-1/CR-1

[Lavender7 32]

Also if people couldn't provide advice based on their bad experiences, half of the people here wouldn't be able to provide advice at all.

That's wonderful.

[JFH 12,189]

Well, you can't have it both ways. You can't complain that your husband is miserable because he can't communicate with anyone and you have no money because he's unemployed and his family members are dying and then refuse to separate for a few months. Many of your problems would be solved if he returned to the USA. He could work, see his family, he would be able to speak to people and wouldn't feel like a hermit. The answer is right there in front of you.

It wouldn't be a very long period of time. Military wives do it over and over again. Most of us here have done it for months or years - and with children also.And we have all survived. Not one of us here has dropped dead due to the separation yet.

I'm fortunate that I have a good job that enables me to travel to see my husband frequently while we wait. But I would rather be poor and live with him than be rich and be apart.

[JFH 12,189]

If you're not starting till October, why not start now? That gives you a 4-month head start? If time is of the essence, do it now. Borrow the money from his parents for the fees, if you have to.

[JFH 12,189]

This is an advice forum. We are all providing advice.

Classic case of "ask a question, don't like the answers, take it out on everyone else".

[Jasmine&Roni 33]

You asked a question and people responded. They gave their advice/opinion on it. Keep an open mind going into the process.

[Jasmine&Roni 33]

If you don't have to be separated from your husband, that's great. But MAYBE you'll have to for a little while. Who knows. Everyone on here has a different story. It is good to hear about things from all view points.

[Lavender7 32]

If you don't have to be separated from your husband, that's great. But MAYBE you'll have to for a little while. Who knows. Everyone on here has a different story. It is good to hear about things from all view points.

It indeed is, the bad part is to be imposed that experience. None needs that. None has right to be judgmental especially towards someone or something you have no clue about. It's just pathetic. I honestly regret sharing my concern here I wish I could simply remove it. If I knew how many people are just plain bitter and have nothing better to do then teach others how to live. I'm done.

[Transborderwife 4,666]

It indeed is, the bad part is to be imposed that experience. None needs that. None has right to be judgmental especially towards someone or something you have no clue about. It's just pathetic. I honestly regret sharing my concern here I wish I could simply remove it. If I knew how many people are just plain bitter and have nothing better to do then teach others how to live. I'm done.

Nobody is bitter just simply giving you the harsh realities of the immigration experience. If you want to walk away, then just walk away. JFH tried to give you advice on an alternative suggesting filing asap, this was met with a snappy answer. People are trying to help but dry bluntness is usually the spirit of VJ especially for those of us who have been here for a while and seen it all.

I'm not bitter about my experience one bit. What happened sucks but if anything it's been able to help other people in the situation. There's people on here who are far worse off than me spending years apart from their spouses. Years. There are consulates that are so incredibly corrupt in their approval/denial process that it can ruin even the strongest of relationships.

People are simply trying to offer you the best advice possible in the situation and what to be aware of so that you don't come back later and say "why didn't I know this?"

[Unlockable 7,306]

You guys are making my morning.

Anyway, the OP hasn't even started the immigration process yet. But the best advice given regarding immigration is sacrifices have to be made whether time, money, or separation or a combination of any or all.

Edited June 9, 2016 by NuestraUnion

[Jasmine&Roni 33]

It indeed is, the bad part is to be imposed that experience. None needs that. None has right to be judgmental especially towards someone or something you have no clue about. It's just pathetic. I honestly regret sharing my concern here I wish I could simply remove it. If I knew how many people are just plain bitter and have nothing better to do then teach others how to live. I'm done.

I don't think it has to deal so much with "bitterness". It's just they're trying to tell you or give their advice on how the situation normally goes. You can take it with a grain of salt. You don't have to accept their advice or opinion. They're only trying to be helpful. However, if you don't want this thread open anymore I do believe there's a way to close it.

[Lavender7 32]

I don't think it has to deal so much with "bitterness". It's just they're trying to tell you or give their advice on how the situation normally goes. You can take it with a grain of salt. You don't have to accept their advice or opinion. They're only trying to be helpful. However, if you don't want this thread open anymore I do believe there's a way to close it.

Please share it with me , I would greatly appreciate that : )

You guys are making my morning.

Anyway, the OP hasn't even started the immigration process yet. But the best advice given regarding immigration is sacrifices have to be made whether time, money, or separation or a combination of any or all.

[Transborderwife 4,666]

Please share it with me , I would greatly appreciate that : )

I told you a few posts up. You report it to a mod to close it:

[jwcir12016 32]

It indeed is, the bad part is to be imposed that experience. None needs that. None has right to be judgmental especially towards someone or something you have no clue about. It's just pathetic. I honestly regret sharing my concern here I wish I could simply remove it. If I knew how many people are just plain bitter and have nothing better to do then teach others how to live. I'm done.

People answered your expedite question, and they also informed you of a solution to the problems your husband is having which may include separation. Separation is a harsh but very realistic part of immigration for more reasons then just a country wanting domicile established in the US. It also has to do with a partnership that is marriage and having to handle financial responsbilities and setting up your new life in the US. Maybe that isn't your problem and congrats! But is the reality of many on this site, so as much as this site offers answers to questions, others give the truth whether you like to hear it or not, and it also provides a means of support for all going through the same long and exhausting experience. This is an open forum, be prepared to get all sides of the story, that also helps to give you a larger pictures of what you are in for on your immigration journey. Good luck, and be kind.

[Lavender7 32]

People answered your expedite question, and they also informed you of a solution to the problems your husband is having which may include separation. Separation is a harsh but very realistic part of immigration for more reasons then just a country wanting domicile established in the US. It also has to do with a partnership that is marriage and having to handle financial responsbilities and setting up your new life in the US. Maybe that isn't your problem and congrats! But is the reality of many on this site, so as much as this site offers answers to questions, others give the truth whether you like to hear it or not, and it also provides a means of support for all going through the same long and exhausting experience. This is an open forum, be prepared to get all sides of the story, that also helps to give you a larger pictures of what you are in for on your immigration journey. Good luck, and be kind.

Separation is not solution of our problems but much in a contrary but it doesn't matter really I'm not getting into this anymore here. It's rather annoying how some are trying to impose me wrong not even knowing me or anything. Trust me, I understand all about sacrifices and financial responsibilities and we are doing our best and I couldn't be happier:) We will be where we want in no time as long as we are together nothing is impossible : ) So now somebody please help me to close this thread ? Thanks

Edited June 9, 2016 by Lavender7

[Transborderwife 4,666]

Separation is not solution of our problems but much in a contrary but it doesn't matter really I'm not getting into this anymore here. It's rather annoying how some are trying to impose me wrong not even knowing me or anything. Trust me, I understand all about sacrifices and financial responsibilities and we are doing our best and I couldn't be happier:) We will be where we want in no time as long as we are together nothing is impossible : ) So now somebody please help me to close this thread ? Thanks

Third time. Report the thread and ask a mod to close