US Immigration from United Kingdom

Hi All,

I'm really sorry if this was asked before.

I moved to the usa on 9th June on a CR1 visa.

The custom officer did not stamp my passport (I was expected an ink stamp) and told me everything is recorded online. He also told me all the forms are online now. Nothing else.

Does anyone know if this is normal? I am not questionning the authorities protocole, just double checking

The officer gave me his name should I need to contact them if any concern

When I went on holiday in the usa last year on Esta, I remember they did not stamp my passport either and I was surprised about it.

On my visa, it says 'Upon endorsement serves as a temporary I- 551 evidencing permanent residence for 1 year.'

I also paid my immigrant fees on 29th May 2024. I assume my green card is on the way?

Thank you for your help

Hi all!

Its my time to fill out my I-751, it s pretty straightforward but part 5 children section has me a little confused about if I add my step children or not.

My spouse (US citizen from birth) has two children (both US citizens from birth) from prior marriage, I (green card holder) have zero children. Do I add my step kids in part 5 on form I-751 and select that they won t be applying or because they are my step kids I do not add? They both live with us.

Just a little confused on this and have seen conflicting answers in prior threads.

If anyone could shed light on this that would be great.

Thanks in advance!

Hello, is there any chance someone can point me to or help make an Abbreviation Glossary for some of the most used terms on this site? I'm actually willing to do this myself and make this the thread for it, if other seasoned members can help provide the most used terms that float around here for us newbies.

As someone going through the process of a CR-1/IR-1 visa, It took me an embarrassing amount of time to figure out IL means interview letter, and not the state of Illinois.

So:

IL = Interview Letter

DQ = Documentarily Qualified

Any others?

Hi all,

My petition expires at the end of the month but there are currently no slots for me to schedule my interview at the embassy. I keep checking regularly though. How is the petition validated when after it expires? Does the embassy renew it automatically, do they need to be contacted or do I need to bring a letter?

Has anybody been in a similar situation where they have had their visa interview after their petition has expired and if so how long after the expiry date was it? I am anxious and worried about it as there was a delay in receiving my police certificate.

Hope you can help!

Hi Everyone,

I submitted my i751 application with divorce waiver about 2.5 years ago as I was divorced at the time.
I am getting re-married (to a different person) and would like to change my last name.

How do I do this?

Has this affected anyone in the past?
Thanks!