I-130 Question about CR1(merged)

[Incrediblestan 19]

Here is my situation. My wife is Canadian and still residing in Hamilton, Ontario. I'm the petitioner trying to bring her to America. I'm still here in New York. There is a question on the I-130 petiton saying

 

"The beneficiary will not apply for adjustment of status in the United States, but he or she will apply for an immigrant visa abroad at the U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate in:"

 

And then it ask, city, province and country. Should I put the closest U.S Embassy to where she lives, which is in Toronto, or does this not apply? 

[HRQX 4,145]

10 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

"The beneficiary will not apply for adjustment of status in the United States, but he or she will apply for an immigrant visa abroad at the U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate in:"

Montreal, Quebec, Canada: https://ca.usembassy.gov/visas/family-immigration/

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In Canada, immigrant visas are processed at the U.S. Consulate General in Montreal.

 

Edited May 26, 2019 by HRQX

[Incrediblestan 19]

27 minutes ago, HRQX said:

Montreal, Quebec, Canada: https://ca.usembassy.gov/visas/family-immigration/

 

Thank you. I did not realize that they are ONLY processed in Montreal. This means she will have to visit Montreal at some point in time to complete the visa process correct?

[Pitaya 2,576]

2 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

Thank you. I did not realize that they are ONLY processed in Montreal. This means she will have to visit Montreal at some point in time to complete the visa process correct?

Oui  

[HRQX 4,145]

12 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

This means she will have to visit Montreal at some point in time to complete the visa process correct?

Yup, for the visa interview: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Supplements/Supplements_by_Post/MTL-Montreal.html

12 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

I did not realize that they are ONLY processed in Montreal.

At least she is relatively close. In contrast, applicants from Vancouver tend to fly to Montreal instead of drive, etc.

Edited May 26, 2019 by HRQX

[Incrediblestan 19]

3 minutes ago, HRQX said:

Yup, for the visa interview.

At least she is relatively close. In contrast, applicants from Vancouver tend to fly to Montreal instead of drive, etc.

Yes, I was thinking this exact thing. She also has always wanted to visit Montreal, never got the chance in her life, so it is a win/win I suppose. Better brush up on some Francais....thank you

[Pitaya 2,576]

They also used to process visas at the Vancouver BC consulate. However, that ceased a few years ago.

[HRQX 4,145]

55 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

My wife is Canadian and still residing in Hamilton, Ontario.

At least the closest options for the medical are just an hour drive away: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Supplements/Supplements_by_Post/MTL-Montreal.html

• Scarborough, ON
• Toronto, ON
• Vaughan, ON

[Incrediblestan 19]

Another quick question. For those who don't know I'm the beneficiary for my Canadian wife. I understand that different countries have different processing times for whatever reason. Any idea how long it may be assuming everything for my CR1 is approved on the first time go? Also what are some good ideas to prove our relationship is bona fide? I'm currently active duty military so I have added her to my insurance with documents showing she is currently covered under Tricare and Insurance claims for if I die during active duty. I have pictures of our wedding with her mother and father in the pics and also pics of when she visited my family for Christmas. So we have pictures together with both our families in them. I have flight itineraries, credit card statements from kays jewelers for her engagement ring. My wife still has letters from when I went to basic training back in 2010 that I want to make photocopies of and use. Can anyone think of anything else that might help out?

[HRQX 4,145]

15 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

For those who don't know I'm the beneficiary for my Canadian wife.

petitioner

15 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

Any idea how long it may be assuming everything for my CR1 is approved on the first time go?

About 13-15 months for non-military.

15 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

I'm currently active duty military

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Q. How can I expedite my Petition for Alien Relative (Form I-130) to bring my spouse to the United States? Is there any way she/he can enter the United States while the petition is being processed?

A. Citizens of the United States, who are serving in the military and have a pending Petition for Alien Relative (Form I-130) on behalf of their spouse, may e-mail or telephone the USCIS military assistance team and ask for expedited processing of that petition.

https://www.uscis.gov/military/military-help-line

Edited May 26, 2019 by HRQX

[NikLR 13,220]

15 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

Another quick question. For those who don't know I'm the beneficiary for my Canadian wife. I understand that different countries have different processing times for whatever reason. Any idea how long it may be assuming everything for my CR1 is approved on the first time go? Also what are some good ideas to prove our relationship is bona fide? I'm currently active duty military so I have added her to my insurance with documents showing she is currently covered under Tricare and Insurance claims for if I die during active duty. I have pictures of our wedding with her mother and father in the pics and also pics of when she visited my family for Christmas. So we have pictures together with both our families in them. I have flight itineraries, credit card statements from kays jewelers for her engagement ring. My wife still has letters from when I went to basic training back in 2010 that I want to make photocopies of and use. Can anyone think of anything else that might help out?

Unlike Canada the US immigration doesn't have different processing times for countries, it's merely how backlogged a particular consulate or embassy is.  Montreal is pretty backlogged and it can take 2-8 months for an interview.  Normally 2 months after case complete at the NVC but recently has been as long as 8 months. 

 

Canada requires very little evidence and is a pretty easy consulate for Canadian born citizens. It can be a little more difficult for those who are born or have connections to high fraud countries obviously (like Pakistan for example.)

 

Your list of evidence sounds fine.

 

Please keep all your IR1/CR1 questions to one thread.  

[Crazy Cat 39,227]

23 minutes ago, Incrediblestan said:

Another quick question. For those who don't know I'm the beneficiary for my Canadian wife. I understand that different countries have different processing times for whatever reason. Any idea how long it may be assuming everything for my CR1 is approved on the first time go? Also what are some good ideas to prove our relationship is bona fide? I'm currently active duty military so I have added her to my insurance with documents showing she is currently covered under Tricare and Insurance claims for if I die during active duty. I have pictures of our wedding with her mother and father in the pics and also pics of when she visited my family for Christmas. So we have pictures together with both our families in them. I have flight itineraries, credit card statements from kays jewelers for her engagement ring. My wife still has letters from when I went to basic training back in 2010 that I want to make photocopies of and use. Can anyone think of anything else that might help out?

I think your listed evidence along with your marriage certificate is sufficient for this stage.......as a military spouse, she should be able to collect more good evidence for later immigration stages....Good Luck.

[Incrediblestan 19]

5 minutes ago, NikLR said:

Unlike Canada the US immigration doesn't have different processing times for countries, it's merely how backlogged a particular consulate or embassy is.  Montreal is pretty backlogged and it can take 2-8 months for an interview.  Normally 2 months after case complete at the NVC but recently has been as long as 8 months. 

 

Canada requires very little evidence and is a pretty easy consulate for Canadian born citizens. It can be a little more difficult for those who are born or have connections to high fraud countries obviously (like Pakistan for example.)

 

Your list of evidence sounds fine.

 

Please keep all your IR1/CR1 questions to one thread.  

Well do. Thanks for the speedy information.

[Going through 5,668]

Best of luck to you with your filing!  As mentioned, your evidence sounds good and Canada is one of the easier consulates to go through.  

Not sure how long you've been married, but tax filings showing her as your spouse is also beneficial as you move along with her immigration process.

Edited May 26, 2019 by Going through

[Incrediblestan 19]

1 minute ago, Going through said:

Best of luck to you with your filing!  As mentioned, your evidence sounds good and Canada is one of the easier consulates to go through.  

Not sure how long you've been married, but tax filings showing her as your spouse is also beneficial.

We are coming up on our first anniversary which is July 12th. So coming up on a year. Yes I know I said I went to basic training in 2010 and we know each other. hahah. Our story dates back to America Online Days......but thank you for your good luck wishes.