Hi there,
My wife and I got married in March 2021 and filed for the I130 in May 2021. We were both living in Canada at the time.
My wife has now bought a house in the US and is moving back to be closer to her family in the hope that I can join her soon.
In the meantime, it is my understanding that I can visit her for a maximum of 6 months per year which I intend to do multiple 3-weeks stay. I have a well paid job in Canada so I believe I will be able to show I have no intent of staying in the US.
I am wondering whether letting USCIS know that my wife (who filed the I130) has now moved back to the US will in any way speed up the process? Do petitioners living in the US have any priority over those living abroad?
Also, is there any way to spend more time in the United States with my wife while waiting for the I130 to be processed? Other than a B2 visitor visa?
Any information would help.
Thanks again