ninth_lady

Checked the USCIS website this morning and we finally have our NOA2! Now onto NVC.

The document sent to you said a joint tax return would be helpful, not mandatory. It is just a list of suggested items you can bring in as proof of a bona fide marriage.

Any update from potomac service centre guys?

Nothing yet, unfortunately.

Getting married in the US should not hurt your chances.

I checked out the Embassy page for you and both of you can attend the interview, though I am unsure if having both of you there is absolutely necessary. If it makes you feel any better it would seem that people have an easy and smooth time at the interview.

This is excellent information! Thanks for sharing it with us.

Thank you for all the responses everyone...

Well, does joining the military make your chances of obtaining a SC or a TSC higher? Or, is it the same as any other company that would sponsor you to obtain one?

It all depends on which branch you enter and what rate you choose as to whether you would receive a clearance at all. Being from a country in the Middle East, I'm sorry to say, will make it pretty difficult for you to enter certain rates within the military (although not impossible).

Also I should note that when being investigated for a security clearance, they will investigate your spouse as well.

I really wish I could help you, but have you considered placing an add on Craigslist? =)

I'm late to the party but hello everyone! My fiance (soon to be husband - we're going for the CR-1) is Italian and I am half American, half British. Have any of you guys gotten the CR-1 through the Naples Consulate? Fortunately I live just outside of Naples and he lives in the city proper so we don't have to travel far like some of you.

Since your intent was not to get married, then yes, you two can get married and file to change your status.

Congratulations and a very happy birthday to you!

Sound advice.