Applied IR/CR1 in Dec 2020, going to US on B1/B2 soon

[steve-phuket 8]

Hi all, I have a few questions if I may.

 

I applied for a IR/CR1 in Dec 2020, and we are going to US on B1/B2 next month and plan to stay 6 months (we live together in Thailand now). My listed address on  the application was a rental in Thailand. We obviously don't want any more documented sent here since we are moving out so should I change address to a friend in Thailand or to my US address for next 6 months? Can I list my wife's address as a US address?

 

Also what happens assuming I130 approved? I think I get a packet of stuff for the  I-864 form right? I think I can fill that in, in USA right and return it. Then the NVC will send all that to Bangkok I guess.  What if Bangkok calls my wife for an interview while in the US? Can she change location to the US? Can she delay the interview until after she gets back to Thailand in October? Is any of this likely to happen before October anyhow?

 

Thanks for helping, Steve

 

 

[Crazy Cat 39,193]

Visa interviews are never done inside the US. Her consular processing will be done in her home country.  She can reschedule the interview if needed.   However, delaying interviews can cause serious delays.  I hope she is able to demonstrate strong ties to her home country when attempting to enter the US via her B2.  It sounds like she has none. 

You won't get a packet of stuff for the I-864.  You will upload a proper I-864 and supporting documentation.

Edited March 19, 2021 by Lucky Cat

[steve-phuket 8]

ok thanks. i was looking at timelines for bangkok and it looks like there is no chance she will get called for an interview this year anyhow

 

[retheem 553]

17 hours ago, steve-phuket said:

Hi all, I have a few questions if I may.

 

I applied for a IR/CR1 in Dec 2020, and we are going to US on B1/B2 next month and plan to stay 6 months (we live together in Thailand now). My listed address on  the application was a rental in Thailand. We obviously don't want any more documented sent here since we are moving out so should I change address to a friend in Thailand or to my US address for next 6 months? Can I list my wife's address as a US address?

 

Also what happens assuming I130 approved? I think I get a packet of stuff for the  I-864 form right? I think I can fill that in, in USA right and return it. Then the NVC will send all that to Bangkok I guess.  What if Bangkok calls my wife for an interview while in the US? Can she change location to the US? Can she delay the interview until after she gets back to Thailand in October? Is any of this likely to happen before October anyhow?

 

Thanks for helping, Steve

 

 

Any mention of 6 months, that could invalidate your B1/B2 visa. People may not tell you here but it could be misconstrued that you have no ties in your country. What you do with this information is up to you..

Edited March 20, 2021 by retheem

[Crazy Cat 39,193]

9 hours ago, retheem said:

People may not tell you here but it could be misconstrued that you have no ties in your country.

I think the question "Can she change location to the US? " also points to that.  

[SalishSea 16,748]

On 3/19/2021 at 2:43 AM, steve-phuket said:

Hi all, I have a few questions if I may.

 

I applied for a IR/CR1 in Dec 2020, and we are going to US on B1/B2 next month and plan to stay 6 months (we live together in Thailand now). My listed address on  the application was a rental in Thailand. We obviously don't want any more documented sent here since we are moving out so should I change address to a friend in Thailand or to my US address for next 6 months? Can I list my wife's address as a US address?

 

Also what happens assuming I130 approved? I think I get a packet of stuff for the  I-864 form right? I think I can fill that in, in USA right and return it. Then the NVC will send all that to Bangkok I guess.  What if Bangkok calls my wife for an interview while in the US? Can she change location to the US? Can she delay the interview until after she gets back to Thailand in October? Is any of this likely to happen before October anyhow?

 

Thanks for helping, Steve

 

 

Given all this, CBP would rightly assume she's going to enter with the B visa to stay and adjust status in the US.