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    #1 Divorce while Adjustment of Status is in-process?
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    #3 petitinor got laid off after receving interview letter need a help please
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    PSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this
    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).
    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!
    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?
    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
    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?
    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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    Marriage Certificate needed? 5-year rule
    10:56 am today

    mrfer

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    Hi everyone! Both of my parents are applying for the N-400s under the general rule (I, US citizen, was their petitioner). They've been LPR for 9 years.

    They got married in their home country and can't find their marriage certificate, will it be required in the application? We've got tax transcripts (but from what I've read they don't even need to submit that).


    Any help/guidance would be greatly appreciated!



     
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    Register your appointment online
    6:42 am today

    srkicarinho

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    Good day Team,

    I've got my appointment letter from NVC, for November.

    I'm trying to register my appointment online as its written bellow.

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    Then clicked Register and it brings me to https://www.ustraveldocs.com

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    I choose An Immigrant Visa, and after i signed up on Visa Login.

    And I arrived at the bellow page.

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    Now, what's confusing is that in the Notes an instructions is written DS-160 and I'm registering for IR1 visa. Is this a mistake or?

    Now, when i go to Start Application it ask me following.

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    Ill fill out the form and submit it, but i just wanted to know is this all i have to do?

    Thanks a lot really excited about the interview and finally living with my wife.

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    Question regarding the K1-FTP in regards to a changed consul
    6:34 am today

    Maxwell Stutler

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    Hello, my Fiance is currently awaiting her new scheduled interview on October 23rd in Almaty Kazakhstan. She has a new medical appointment on October 20th. Originally, she was supposed to be in Warsaw Poland but was denied her Schenghen visas and was accepted a transfer to Almaty. The only question we have is her K1-FTP still says Warsaw Poland on it. She has a new interview date and a completed Ds-160 through Kazakhstan. I have reached out to my lawyers and to the NVC inquiry form to see if we can get another one if needed.


    Has anybody experienced another embassy accepting the original K1-FTP in regards to a transfer case? Thank you all for your time.



     
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    What should I do with my STEM-OPT and employer when i485 is accepted (without the card)?
    9:00 pm yesterday

    ssey

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    As the title says, when my I-485 is accepted by USCIS, am I no longer considered to be in F-1 status?

    I assume I should inform my school, but what about my employer?

    Do I need to submit the STEM OPT validation form (the one we file every six months) one last time with my employer?

    Any advice would be appreciated during this transition.



     
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    I-864 Affidavit Of Support Form Question - Regarding Household Size
    7:01 pm yesterday

    jiggaman97

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    Hello,

    I hope you are all doing well. I m the petitioner filing for my spouse (the beneficiary) and have reached the NVC stage, where I need to upload financial documents, including Form I-864.

    In Part 5 Sponsor s Household Size, the form asks:
    If you have sponsored any other persons on Form I-864 or Form I-864EZ who are now lawful permanent residents and you are still obligated to support, enter the number here. (NOTE: Enter 0 if you already counted these persons in Item Number 1.)

    I have a couple of questions related to this:
    1. What does obligated to support mean in this context?
    I joint-sponsored two applicants in the past 2 3 years. Should I count them here, or not? They are financially in a good position and do not require my assistance anymore. They are not yet US Citizens.

    2. My income is around $130,000 annually (based in NJ,USA).
    One friend I joint sponsored his wife and he listed 3 children; the other friend, only sponsored his wife.
    Will my income (according to the NVC) be sufficient to sponsor my spouse on my own, or will I need a joint sponsor?


    Please advise when most convenient, your guys's assistance is truly appreciated!



     
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