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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?
    • 32 replies
     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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    Do I need to contact a lawyer prior to getting married?
    8:31 pm today

    creekbug



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    Hello, I am a US citizen from Missouri engaged to a Canadian citizen from Ontario. We plan on getting married in the US in October, but have not made any solid plans because we are just unsure if we need to contact a lawyer. Can we just get married in the US, keep doing long distance and save up for 1-2 years, and then hire a lawyer and start the process? (I know this has the potential to take years and years, but we just do not have the finances to start the process now). Either way is there anything else we need to know?



     
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    I-864 Income Question
    7:22 pm today

    kiaradv



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    Hi there,

    We are in the process of bringing my in-laws (2) and we are about to file the I-864.

    My question is: We are a family of 4 and the income minimum is about 40k. How much income is needed for both of my in-laws? Do I need to double it? 80k?



     
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    K1 Fiance Visa Interview March 26th
    4:48 pm today

    cheeseparatha

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    Hi All,

    We had our visa interview at the Beirut embassy back in March 26 2025, the interview went well and the officer mentioned everything looked great, then refused the visa under 221g and issued a DS5535 on the spot. Fast forward a couple months, they requested proof of ongoing relationship, which we supplied. and now 4 months since the interview we are still refused under 221g. I feel emotionally drained ,exhausted, tired, and I don't know what to do moving forward. Should we just wait? Transfer our case to another embassy? File a WOM?

    Does anyone know if anyone has been issued a K1 or CR1 visa coming from Beirut in the last 6-7 months? Sorry for complaining, I'm trying my best to stay as positive as possible but this process just constantly gets dragged on and the instability of Lebanon doesn't help at all. Anyways, any words of comfort, advice, success stories? Anything!



     
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    Curious. Have any of you been Documentarily Qualified even when...
    4:04 pm today

    BeefedRamen

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    Curious. Have any of you been Documentarily Qualified for spouses even when...

    1. Your total income (according to the 1040) for all three years is only barely half of the i864 Poverty Guideline.

    2. You have no joint sponsors.

    3. Your annual income is around $10,000 above the Poverty Guideline (ie. $35000), and you have sufficient proof of this?

    4. Your assets are insufficient.



     
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    I-94 may expire before 485 Receipt Notice - reason to be concerned?
    2:04 pm today

    rks_emelander

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    What is the current normal timeline for receiving the 485 Receipt Notice now? We are filing for my wife (K-1 entry) next week and her I-94 expires in about 4 weeks (Aug 21) from now. Would there be any reason to be concerned if we don t get the receipt notice before then?
    We d also like for her to fly domestically in early September, but the receipt notice is needed for that, correct?


     
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