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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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    Argentina medical exam process
    8:57 am today

    racheyB



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    Hi everyone,

    I am sponsoring my Argentine husband from Argentina where we have lived for the past 27 years (so looking forward to joining our kids in the U.S.!)

    The Embassy interview is on September 2, so we are trying to organized the medical exams in August. Can anyone tell me if the lab tests can be done on a walk-in basis? One doctor is saying that we see her in the morning, go to the lab, see her again and it's all finished in one day. This would be great since we live in Bah a Blanca. The other doctor works in the afternoon, so he is suggesting to go to the lab first, but I don't see how this would be possible without having written orders for the lab about which tests they should do.

    Essentially, I am looking for people's experiences with this process in a chronological fashion, particularly for those who had to travel to Buenos Aires to do the exams.

    Thanks everyone and good luck to those going through the same process!



     
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    Interview Embassy for Belarus or Russia
    8:14 am today

    harvardiv

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    Good morning

    I have a question, is it possible to get an interview done in Kazakhstan instead of Poland if my fiance is in Belarus? If so, what is the success rate?

    Thanks!



     
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    Help with immigration of my fiancé
    7:40 am today

    Ealenon



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    Hello all,

    I am a US citizen currently living abroad. I took a gap year from college and I am planning to return next year before the fall semester.

    My fianc is Romanian and is a practicing physiotherapist. He is currently studying for his master's degree. He will graduate next year, around the same time as when I will start school. Our plan was for him to enter the US with a work visa and then later apply for a green card. However, since his line of work is healthcare, the USCIS screening process alone will take much longer than the date we wanted to move together, and then he will have to find a job, get a work visa etc.

    I thought maybe he could enroll in a community college, and then later adjust his status from a student visa to a work visa? Since I am young and have no family in the US, we cannot start the green card process right away since I do not yet have the necessary finances to be a sponsor.

    I'd like any type of advice, thank you!



     
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    Shipping Items
    7:37 am today

    Sarahemmah

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    Just wondering are people shipping their belongings? Im looking into UPS as I need to ship 2 boxes and it seems more reasonable than bringing and 3rd and 4th suitcase. Anyone have any recommendations for sending their personal belongings? Im not sure if I have to be there to receive them or if its ok to put down my fiance as the receiver but Im unsure if thatll cause delays in customs



     
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    Family Based Visa IL wait time - London Embassy
    7:36 am today

    DLT89

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    Hi, my case (F2A) was DQ'd on 1st April 2025 and the PD (Feb '22) became current with the July Visa Bulletin. Looking at the NVC scheduling tool, it appears that ILs should be sent (for family based visas) for those cases DQ's in April. However, it's been a few weeks and it's radio silence....

    Is there anybody out there that's also waiting for interview for a family based visa?



     
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      Hey you OldUser:  Can you help remind me where on VisaJourney we can go an view applicants with similar Visa applications to get a real idea of where we stand in the line?  Or maybe it is easier to go somewhere on the USCIS website??   We applied for my Wife's adult brother some 12 years ago and originally we thought it was going to b a 20 year process....it sounds like it might be a much longer process putting in jeopardy his ability to bring his under 21 year old children along with his wife.   Thanks, Eric
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      need help everyone. thank you!
      1. i am so confused between these two. the first one states I should include my husband’s current annual income and he got a higher annual income now since he got promoted to a new position in the company a week before our wedding.
       
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      2. hubby had jr in our petition but it was omitted on our marriage certificate, for i-864 and i-485 should we continue using our last name with jr?
       
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    • jodijadane

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      I have a question. my i485 was denied because of affidavit wasn't done incorrectly. but my son case still pending. should I refile for him or just myself? when I refile should I add him on the new affidavit even though his case still pending? what's the best way to fill out a i864 with a joint sponsor if my spouse doesn't meet the requirements? Is my son case on Hold till I sort my stuff out? or will it be denied? sorry a lot of questions thanks in advance
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    • Angela & Brendon

      Angela & Brendon

      I have my Citizenship Interview tomorrow and just want to make sure I'm fully prepared. Here's my full list of documents and supporting materials - am I missing anything?
       
      Interview Notice (Form I797-C)
      Green Card (Original + Back to front copy)
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      3 Months of Pay Stubs 
      Proof of Address

      Thanks all! 
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    • AlaMike

      AlaMike

      Well, the Journey is over. My wife became a US citizen on July 1st 2025.
      I want to thank all the people here for the help along the way.
      When we started this, I was just looking for information about the different visa options. And stumbled on to this site.
      Little did I know, that I would actually find a "second" family of friends, helpful resources and people willing to actually help a Newby along the way.
      We did all the paperwork from beginning to end ourselves; and yes some mistakes were made that costs time and money but it was learning experience and I hope that anyone reading our timeline, learns how to avoid them and make the right moves for their journey.
      Special thanks to @Hank who hasn't been online in a couple years but I think was the most informed person here on anything about the Philippines and to all the ones that answered my questions no matter how simple they seemed to be. 
      Although we have made to the end of our rainbow, I will be checking in and hopefully get to use the things I have learned to help others along their Visa Journey.
      Thank You again, 
      Michael and Angelica
       
       
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