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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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    N 400 interview completed, but did not give me an approval.
    11:17 am today

    VA_filer2018

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    Hi Guys,

    I had my Naturalization interview on 11/10/25 at Norfolk office. After interview completed officer gave me interview result paper, which states I have passed my English test and US history and government test, but on second section it says they can not make decisions on your case at this moment. Officer told me because I recently moved to she has to transfer my file to the other office and they will make final decision.

    The officer made me sign oath of allegiance electronically.

    when I searched online it says office won t make sign the oath of allegiance if the N400 is not approved.

    can you please share your thoughts regarding this situation.



     
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    i-751 - Question #14 Conditional Residence
    11:16 am today

    Kawika & Michelle



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    Does this question refer to when the green card expires or is it in regards to the previous question:

    13. If the marriage through which you gained conditional residence has ended, provide the date it ended (date of divorce or date of death) (mm/dd/yyyy)

    Thanks!



     
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    Processing Times
    11:11 am today

    Kawika & Michelle



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    Silly question...we are preparing our i-751 & looking at the current processing times...it is roughly 26-29 months. What happens to the green card holder during that time? The green card will expire before the end of the current projected processing times...are they still legal to stay in the country? Do they receive some type of temporary card while the i-751 is being processed?

    Thanks!



     
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    November filers?
    9:43 am today

    SquirtySplashy

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    Hey just wondering is there a forum space for November filers as of yet?

    and does anyone know where the November forms filed are going to? like which centre most likely?



     
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    US Spouse Visa: Both working Overseas in different countries
    4:30 am today

    KandV1226



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    My husband and i got married last December 2024. He is a US citizen who s currently working overseas (Oceania), he has been working overseas since 2019 from different countries while i am a Filipino citizen who s currently working in Middle East. We got married online, met twice after the marriage. He owns a house in US where his ex partner and kids are currently living in. We are planning to move in the US together and stay at his sister s house temporarily to establish smooth transition and build a relationship with his kids. What can you advise us to help us have a better case of approval process for our US spouse visa application



     
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