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Trending Immigration DiscussionsTopic Popularity Poster #1 How to schedule an appointment - 
Dashinka#2 TAM-Adjudications E-mail
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GeoNassif#3 I 751 sent in error from uscis after 2 year marriage arrival date
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BlakePeru#4 This Minor Passport Error Could End Your Vacation - 
TBoneTX
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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 DiscussionsThis Minor Passport Error Could End Your Vacation
11:12 pm yesterday
TBoneTX
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1 RepliesThe recommendation to order your U.S. Passport book with the extra pages (at no extra charge) is highly sensible.
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This Minor Passport Error Could End Your VacationWhen it comes to international travel, remembering to pack your passport can feel like half the battle. But the reality is that there are plenty of ways your passport can trip you up abroad and one of the most common is usually learned the hard way.
I'm talking about blank pages. Or, more accurately, not having enough of them.
Just as many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your return date, they also mandate a minimum number of blank pages for entry stamps and visas. According to [...]continues:
https://www.insidehook.com/travel/minor-overlooked-passport-error
TAM-Adjudications E-mail
11:37 am yesterday
GeoNassif
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4 RepliesHello,
I have received this E-mail from "TAM-Adjudications@uscis.dhs.gov" both before and after my interview was done asking requesting to upload additional documents that I may see as evidence of our relationship. Before the interview, I have opted not to upload anything and just let the officer take from us what he needs, but he never asked us for any documents.
Is there any reason why I am getting again this after my interview was done 2 months ago? Do I need to upload additional documents? I am confused. Is this like an automated message or something?
Thank you in advance!
How to schedule an appointment
8:50 am yesterday
Dashinka
Read 150 Times
9 RepliesA little venting here, so apologies. The last time I worked with the SSA, we could walk in, but now apparently an appointment must be scheduled. How does one navigate the SSA website, or phone system and actually get an appointment? The website constantly just refers me to do it online, and the phone system is also horrendous. I feel for those that are not on the internet.
I 751 sent in error from uscis after 2 year marriage arrival date
7:11 am yesterday
BlakePeru
Read 149 Times
2 RepliesYesterday, my wife received a reminder letter from USCIS to file her i 751. I am confused as if she needs to. At the time of the interview we were married less than two years, but we waited until after two years for her arrival to the us. Also, zero previous tourist visits to the us. When she arrived to the us, the official marked ir1 visa, but only after I reminded the officer about the two year marriage rule. When the green card arrived in the mail, it was a 2 year cr1. We filed a i90 and later arrived a 10 year ir1 green card in the mail. Then, yesterday the reminder letter from uscis for 1751 arrived. I am very confused why the letter arrived when we already filed an i90 and have a 10 year ir1 green card in hand. Should we call uscis? Or ignore the letter?
NVC application withdrawal
5:01 pm yesterday
mister-love
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3 RepliesHello Everyone,
I submitted in inquiry to withdraw a marriage application at the NVC,when i log in to the NVC to check the application, i am getting this message:
Your petition has been returned to USCIS for administrative action and is no longer at the NVC. Further inquiries should be directed to the USCIS by telephone at 1-800-375 5283, or via the internet at www.uscis.gov.
Any idea what this mean and what will happen next?
Is the application already withdrawithdrawn or they sent it back to USCIS to withdraw it??
ty so much


