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    PSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this

    PSA: 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?"
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     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).

    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!

    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?

    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

    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?

    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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    Reentry Permit Filing: Do I Need to Stay Until Biometrics?
    10:42 pm yesterday

    Beeptweet



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    I ll be traveling to the U.S. on my immigrant visa for the first time, but because of work and study commitments I can t relocate permanently yet. My plan is to go for about 3 weeks in mid-November, file the reentry permit, and return once I receive the confirmation of application received.

    If USCIS later schedules biometrics, I can travel back again for that appointment. I already had biometrics taken at the Embassy during my visa interview two months ago, so I m not sure if they ll require me again.

    Is this the correct process? And would 3 weeks of leave be sufficient for the initial filing?



     
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    Reddit user posted 1 year visa timeline
    5:06 pm yesterday

    Buddy Lee

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    not sure if this is against the rules but found this post the other day. user had submitted june of 2024 and completed their visa in a year using the k3 method. May not be valid any longer but thought i'd share my finding to the community.



     
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    N-400 online filing - 5 year rule document
    4:56 pm yesterday

    igoyougoduke



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    I will be filing my n-400 soon and was wondering what documents do i need to upload. I have travelled here and there but nothing more than 2-3 weeks outside usa so no issues on the travel aspect

    Below is the list i i have

    1) copy of green card

    2) Speeding ticket i got like 10 years ago. it was a Court Dismissal as the officer did not remember why he wrote the ticket. I will be uploading the ticket and Court dismissal document

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    CR1 - Spouse Visa of US Citizen
    4:47 pm yesterday

    VISAUSERMRG

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    Hello,

    My Spouse I-130 petition filled on 30-Dec-2023, I-130 approved in April 2025, her CR1 Visa interview is now scheduled for Nov-2025 in Mumbai, India Consulate by NVC.

    Could you please let me know if we need to schedule the Biometrics separately before the Visa interview? Also, can you please guide on what questions will be asked during the interview process?

    Is it better if I also join with her during the interview process in Mumbai, India?

    Thank you for your guidance!



     
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    Any August 2024 I-130 Nebraska (IOE) filers here?
    1:45 pm yesterday

    KukusWife



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    Hello everyone,

    I filed my I-130 (spousal) on August 12, 2024, with Nebraska Service Center (IOE). I wanted to check in are there any other August 2024 Nebraska/IOE filers here? Have you seen any approvals yet?

    Would love to compare timelines and stay encouraged together while we wait.



     
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