US Immigration from Canada

Good Morning,

Does anyone know how long it typically takes once an expedite request has been approved to hear from the consulate for further instruction or an IL? Does NVC DQ it and send right to the consulate or does the consulate DQ it?

Thanks in advance!

Hi all, we're in the F3 category (DQ'd since July 2020) but just noticed our DS-260 on NVC is set to expire on 4/30/2022. What should we do in this case? Is it a good idea to contact NVC or can we assume that a new DS-260 will be required at the time of the interview?

Hi All,

My wife and I will soon be moving from Central Alberta to Cleveland, Ohio now that I have my CR1. I've been looking for the best way to move our 2 bedroom apartment and possibly a truck. Some of the threads on moving I've seen were a bit old, so I thought I would check to see what people have used recently to make a long distance cross border move. I know with gas prices now it will be tricky any way, but thought I would explore options. I have looked into UPack, but we would have to move our belongings to load in Calgary first, so that's an extra step.

Thanks for suggestions and stories of your experience!

Hi there,

Anyone willing to confirm our correct understanding here? AOS interview coming up!

I-693: I filed this as part of the K-1 visa process. Got the medical exam and updated shots in October 2019, in Canada; applied for AOS from here in Michigan in May 2020, so well within one year. As per the I-693 instructions, FAQ no. 3, under such conditions it would appear a new medical exam is not required. I will still be bringing the DS 3025 from the doctor. Do I still need to fill out an I-693 and just leave the doctor's section blank?

Proof of Status as a fianc nonimmigrant: (under "Documentation establishing eligibility for Lawful Permanent Resident Status) - what could this be? Some NOAs from USCIS, the original K-1 application? Asking because they ask for marriage certificates, babies' birth certificates, etc., on a separate line.

Birth certificate: I plan on bringing an original and a copy of my simple birth certificate. I got an RFE after applying for AOS in May of 2020 stating I needed the "long form" birth certificate since it mentioned my parents' names. I obtained a certified copy from Ontario and mailed it directly to USCIS. I have a digital copy of it. I can also request a rush copy from the government of Ontario to obtain another certified copy, but that'd be pricey... in other words, I currently have a digital copy of the long form and the original plus a copy of the short form.

I think that was about it... if anyone is willing to chime in, thanks a million!

I've been waiting for over a month for mine to come and I really just want to be able to submit it already. Does the one I've been given work? Has anyone used it?