Reside out of US - file for CR1 Spousal Visa

[TimZol 0]

US citizen with foreign wife, residing out of US (in UAE, with no US address) will both move back to US to reside and work in next few months.

Spouse has 10 year B-2 visa.

 

Thought just travel back to US and wife enter on B-2 visa and later file for status change  - but after research, seems not a good idea.

 

What are viable options in a case like this?

 

Your knowledgeable inputs are appreciated!

[Roel 7,191]

Yep. Cr1 seems like an only option. Entering on the tourist visa with an intent to adjust is a fraud. 

US citizen sponsor need to establish domicile in the US first. Job, address, place to live, etc. And a proof of filed taxes. 

 

The process will take about 12 to 14 months so no chance of moving together in just few months. 

Edited September 9, 2017 by Roel

[pushbrk 12,114]

2 hours ago, TimZol said:

US citizen with foreign wife, residing out of US (in UAE, with no US address) will both move back to US to reside and work in next few months.

Spouse has 10 year B-2 visa.

 

Thought just travel back to US and wife enter on B-2 visa and later file for status change  - but after research, seems not a good idea.

 

What are viable options in a case like this?

 

Your knowledgeable inputs are appreciated!

Given your plans, I would advise an initial consultation with an immigration professional, prior to making your decision.