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Would anyone know if it is possible for me to travel to Hong Kong? The plan is to go to HK for a quick trip, then return to the Philippines before we leave for the US.

 

My visa has been issued.

 

Thanks in advance!

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Yes, you can. You are not required to immediately travel to the US after visa issuing, all that's required is that you enter the US before the expiration date. Similarly, once you enter the US and activate your permanent residency, you can still travel and visit anywhere you like out of the country.

Our CR1 Journey:

 

USCIS Stage:

  • Feb 14 2019: NOA1 (NSC)
  • July 31 2019: I129f NOA1
  • Sep 19 2019: I129f NOA2 (Denied - 50 days from NOA1)
  • Sep 19 2019: I130 NOA2 (Approved - 217 days from NOA1)

 

NVC Stage:

  • Sep 27 2019: Sent to Department of State
  • Oct 31 2019: Case number received (34 days since sent)
  • Nov 1 2019: IV & AOS fees received & paid
  • Nov 14 2019: IV & AOS submitted
  • Dec 18 2019: All docs accepted, but one additional doc requested (5 weeks from submission)
  • Dec 18 2019: Requested doc submitted
  • Feb 19 2020: Documentarily Qualified (9 weeks from 2nd submission, 14 weeks from first submission)

 

Interview Stage:

  • Mar 11 2020: Interview letter received
  • Apr 1 2020: Interview date
  • Mar 17 2020: Interview cancelled due to COVID-19
  • August 3 2020: Rescheduled letter received, new appointment August 25 2020
  • August 25 2020: Visa approved at interview! (558 days from NOA1)
  • September 10 2020: Embassy received passport in mail
  • September 15 2020: Passport with visa in hand

 

October 11 2020: Arrived in US!

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4 hours ago, oceanjam said:

Would anyone know if it is possible for me to travel to Hong Kong? The plan is to go to HK for a quick trip, then return to the Philippines before we leave for the US.

 

My visa has been issued.

 

Thanks in advance!

There is no issue with you travelling to other countries before you go to the USA. This is actually pretty common for Filipino K1 visa holders since it is a lot easier to travel to other ASEAN countries before going to the USA. Have fun

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4 hours ago, oceanjam said:

Would anyone know if it is possible for me to travel to Hong Kong? The plan is to go to HK for a quick trip, then return to the Philippines before we leave for the US.

 

My visa has been issued.

 

Thanks in advance!

Having a Visa in your passport does not restrict your life or travel plans.  Having the Visa simply means you have permission to present yourself to the port of entry prior to its expiration 

YMMV

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