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Community SpotlightPSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this
spicynujac posted a topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures,
When we last entered the US, our immigration officer said "Oh, hmm I wonder if I could go ahead and change you an IR-1." The agent right next to him said "Yes, you can do that" and he acted surprised. His comments made it pretty clear he was going to erroneously issue us a CR-1 and he seemed to not even know he could change the visa status until his coworker advised him (THANK GOODNESS she overheard!). I don't know how onerous the process is to correct such an oversight but I'm glad we didn't have to find out!
Just wanted to pass this along in the hopes it saves someone from any problems with the wrong stamp being placed in the passport, as I've read about here before.... I would kindly remind the officer "We married >2 years ago. We can enter with an IR-1 visa now right?"- 19 replies
Traveled to Canada for 20 days after entering the U.S. on a K-1 visa (June 1–22). Seeking reentry under Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR).
Dovahkiinali0605 posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures,
I entered the U.S. on a K-1 visa on June 1st and left for Canada on June 2nd, remaining here for 20 days. I am now attempting to return to the U.S. through Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) using Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR). My K-1 visa is expired, but my I-94 is still valid. Am I ok?-
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Wrong USCIS application form filed by my lawyer!
narayan333 posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports,
Hello, so my wife came in k-1 visa to USA and we got married and all. We filled for work permit and green card together but while doing that my lawyer filed for I-130 no idea why. Will that application make my process for work permit and green card slow? If so how do I withdrawal that application? My lawyer isn’t helpful at all. I need some help…-
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Seeking advice for Thai/US couple - What US visa path to take?
PeachyTocker posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures,
My gf and I live in Thailand but spend 2-4months in the US per year. Once/if we have children age 5+, the time split would become vice versa. We have no plans to live full-time in the United States in the next 5 years, but I visit my family and friends 2-3x per year for 2-3 weeks at a time. I would love it if she can join me for those trips and experience that part of my life. What options do we have -- US visa wise, maybe a tourist or fiance visa later? Other?
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Abandoned AOS and now regret it
Mariammaria posted a topic in Adjustment of Status Case Filing and Progress Reports,
Please be nice, I know I made a mistake... But got my K1 approved and arrived in the US June 25, 2024 and applied for AOS February 25, 2025 -- then left the US (abandoned my AOS). Will I be banned for re-entry to the US -- even under a spouse visa?-
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US Citizen with Foreign Fiancé: When and How to Get Married?
gandalf1989 posted a topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures,
I'm currently living and working in the United States. My fiancé currently lives in Japan. We have been dating for about 6 months, and we have met in person several times, but we are not yet married.
My fiancé will be visiting me in the United States on a tourist visa some time in March or April and staying for about 3 months. I want to file for a fiance/spouse visa asap -- what's next?-
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Recent Immigration DiscussionsI130 online form 3:33 pm today
Kary mielitz
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1 RepliesOnline form only some of the boxes won t let me put N/A does it matter if I leave them blank ? I 130
I-130 signature 3:25 pm today
Philippine Troy
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1 RepliesOn the I-130 form online only Do need a ink signature at the end or is it ok to just type my name in the box.
DS-160 Passport Issuing Country Mistake 3:00 pm today
Mays91
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1 RepliesHi,
My fianc e is a K-1 applicant in Manila. She already finished her medical and VAC biometrics, but we just noticed her DS-160 has an error.
In the Passport Country/Authority Issued field, she put United Arab Emirates. Her passport is actually a Philippine passport issued at the Philippine Consulate in Dubai. All other details (number, name, dates, etc.) are correct.
Should we:
- Leave it as is and explain at the interview, or
- Submit a new DS-160 with the correct info and bring both confirmation pages?
Will the Embassy be able to use the new DS-160 at the interview even though VAC was already done with the old one?
Thanks for your help
Sponsoring my child to come to the US 1:50 pm today
Sonata Arctica
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4 RepliesIn July of 2024, I filed an I-130 for my son to move to the US. We just got an approval for the I-130 and the case has been sent to the NVC for processing. He lives in Canada with my ex-wife.
One of the things to submit is the I-864 (AoS). I am married with my wife here in the US. My confusion is about which I-864 to file AND what supporting documents to share. Here is our situation:
On my own, I make well over the required income. My wife and I both work and we file our taxes jointly. The question is, do I file I-864EZ or I-864? It seems that the EZ form will work for me, but then then does my wife also need to file an I-864A, since we jointly file our taxes? And what documents should we submit? I have IRS return transcripts for 3 years, and I also have my and my wife's W2s for the last year. Do we submit the I864 and I864A along with only one year's IRS transcript or do we also submit our 2024 tax return (1040) with the W2s for both me and her? The confusion is about transcripts vs tax return and whether W2s and 1099s are to be submitted or not. I am happy to submit all of them, but not sure if giving too much information can result in the app being denied or delayed.
Any help as to what form(s) to submit as Affidavit of Support and what documents to submit with them is greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
NVC Auto Expedite? 1:30 pm today
Newcitizen
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2 RepliesHello everyone,
F2A applicant received 2 emails from NVC this morning. 1 stating that his expedite request was approved and his case has been forwarded to the US embassy.
2nd email stated "Our records indicate you will turn 21 years old in 120 days or less. When you turn 21, you may become ineligible to immigrate under the F22 visa classification. To ensure you can immigrate before this happens, the National Visa Center sent your petition to the U.S. Embassy for expedited processing. The Embassy will contact you soon "
He never requested any expedite though. His PD will be current October 1st 2025.
Is this normal?