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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?"- 20 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 DiscussionsWife with Green Card is traveling to Iran for 3 weeks -- Good Idea?
10:08 pm today
mcpt35
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2 RepliesHello,
My wife is traveling to her home country of Iran for three weeks and then returning to the US. Any issues she should expect when returning?
Thanks!
Back After 10 Years, & a Controlling Russian Wife [split topic]
6:42 pm today
Nick_Moscow
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3 RepliesAny of you oldies but goodies still around? Haven't logged in or posted for ten years, which incidentally is right around when our first kid was born

After having finished TWO of the new "90's/2000's" TV shows, Lixariye and Comeback, I am wondering if I'm not being forgiving/understanding enough with my Russkyi wifey
. She seems to have HUGE control issues yet always twists things around to make it seem like *I am being unreasonable! It seems like the controlling behavior is over-the-top but after being reminded (in these two shows) of the HELL that the nineties were for so many kids who were in their formative years, now I'm wondering if it is ME who is phucking things up by not being compassionate enough!
Do y'all's Russkiye (Frmr Svt Union) wives also exhibit over-the-top, unacceptably controlling behavior? What helps you cope with it? How do you separate the excessively controlling behavior from accurate, healthy boundaries from a spouse that you would expect from anyone?
This is a shot in the dark but I wasn't sure where to post this and after logging in for the first time in a decade it was refreshing to see that familiar faces were still actively posting. LMAO after doing a search for 'controlling Russian wives" and finding this thread it was hilarious that I actually REMEMBER these posts!!These Russkiy wives of ours who were 6+ yo for a significant pat of the nineties went through hell-acious turmoil and uncertainty....what goal posts do you notice for when your Russian wife is acting far too controlling!?
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for any/all replies!!!!
Separated with US citizen spouse few months after entry
5:44 pm today
Michael22
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11 RepliesHello VJ. I came here last year and was sent out by my wife(A US citizen). She changed immediately i came into the country. When I complain about her attitude she always gaslight me. The last time I complained and asked her to treat me right because she's the only family I have here, she gaslighted me. The next day she started asking me questions and I refused to answer her and she packed all my belongings and asked me to leave her house. When I asked her reason why she wanted me out, she threatened to shoot if I don't leave. I hurriedly left out of fear and slept outside in the cold because I had nowhere to sleep. To cut story short, few weeks after, she started asking me to return and I declined. Would these whole thing affect my N400/Naturalization?
Consular Processing for an EB-3 Worker
4:24 pm today
Clown
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2 RepliesCan you recommend an attorney who is highly experienced with EB-3 CP cases? Ideally someone proactive, dedicated and really committed to getting results. Thank you!
Legal name change steps after filing
3:14 pm today
katywalla
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1 RepliesHi all, I am a J-1, recently got married and have filed my i130, i485, i131 and i765. When I got married, I changed my last name to match his. My understanding is I need to first update my social security to match the new name, then my drivers license, passsport, DS2019, banks etc. However, I've been adviced to wait on the social security because once I have the greencard I will need another new one to remove the NOT VALID WITHOUT DHS APPROVAL mark. From what I've read, you can't update your drivers license to a new name unless it matches your social security.... So what is the order here?
Thanks in advance!


