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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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    Were any of you requested a joint sponsor during the interview by the mere fact that...?
    10:40 am today

    BeefedRamen

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    Hi!

    For the CR1 interview, were any of you refused and requested a joint sponsor by the mere fact that the sole petitioner did not make enough, even though the petitioner made around $10,000 over the poverty guideline?

    For example, the poverty guideline is $26,437, but he/she every year made $36000 per year for the past four years?



     
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    Can't see 'Profile' section on USCIS account – address update issue
    9:31 am today

    RobpalermoFR

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    Hi everyone,

    I created my USCIS account. I entered country with cr1 visa and my green card has not been mailed yet.

    I recently moved, so I submitted a change of address through my USCIS online account. But I never got a confirmation email, and under the "Submissions" tab, it says You have no submissions.

    I ve seen some people here mention checking your "Profile" section, but I don t see anything labeled Profile in my account just My Account and Settings.

    Does anyone know how I can verify if my address update went through? Should I contact USCIS support? Or is there something I need to enable to see more options?

    I'll add a screenshot of what I see in my account in case it's helpful.
    Thanks in advance for any help

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    N-400 August 2025 Filers
    2:45 am today

    violetveela



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    Hello, I searched the forum for this topic but couldn t find any so decided to create one.

    Filed online - 8/3/25

    Receipt notice online - 8/3/25

    Biometrics reuse online - 8/3/25

    Receipt notice (NOA) mailed arrived - 8/6/25

    3 year rule, marriage based, 90 days early. I-751 is still processing and letter requesting combo interview included in application.



     
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    F4 visa
    12:04 am today

    St3phsm07

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    Usc who petitioned siblings 20 years ago and now received welcome letter from Nvc this week. My sister original i130 did not have her child at the time, child is now 14 and will not have be registered for processing fee. How do we add derivative child to my sister case ds260 will ask biological children and he will be registered but how will he have his visa at the same time as my sister and spouse?

    ive read on other threads about dq date changing but not sure if that would be an issue with this case. Could some one please guide me through this? Greatly appreciated!



     
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    BIOMETRIC appointment for immigartion visa at Mumbai Consulate INDIA
    10:31 pm yesterday

    praying

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    Hello has anyone tried to get biometrics appointment at mumbai consulate recently? I am trying to register my parents at the ustraveldocs website ( as per instructions) as a new registration to set up biometrics appointment, however I get an error message that "your personal details match a profile which is already in the database". I am unable to proceed further? Has anyone faced this issue. Any help is appreciated. two years back, they had renewed their visitor visa and had got a biometrics done. could that be the reason why i am unable to login?


     
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