Purple_Lilac

Thanks again everyone, your comments have been very helpful. When I entered the U.S., I didn't plan on staying, just marrying my Love. But after doing some research online, I read that I would have to leave the States immediately after marrying my Love to apply for a K-3/Cr-1 Visa and that I wouldn't be able to see him during the whole process. That information scared me so what did I do? I joined this site to seek advice and help. I'm glad I did because now I see that what I read is false and I can finally breathe more easily. I am now working on getting a CR-1 Visa.

"Start the CR-1 process now and when your 6 month stay legally allowed is up, return to Canada and allow the rest of the process to take place. In the meantime you can work on establishing the bona-fides of the marriage so you will have an easy approval. Good luck." - Kathryn41

I will do just that, thank you!

"I know you don't want to be apart from your husband, but please take the CR-1 advice, file for the petition, stay as long as you can, and come back to visit during the process." - Casprd

Many thanks! I was only scared about not being able to see my husband throughout the entire CR-1 process. I'm glad I'll still be able to. I wish everyone were able to with their SO.

"People come to the US on tourist visas all the time to marry, and it doesn't make any difference whether they come here to marry another foreigner or a US citizen. What matters are the actions they take AFTER the marriage has occurred." - Little_My

Thanks for your comment! I'm glad I didn't do anything wrong by marrying my Love. I will be going back home when I need to. I'm just glad I don't have to leave now.

"But she did not get asked "are you going to get married?" and then say "I am going to visit my boyfriend". She was asked what the purpose of her visit was, and answered truthfully." - Penguin_ie

Thank you very much for all your comments! P.S. I love your default picture - awwww

"Hope everything works out quickly for you - good luck. Come join us in the Canadian Forum - we have plenty of down home info!" - Udella&Wiz

Thank you for your kind words!

"I don't want to sound harsh here, but no one on here wants to be away from their fiance(e), or spouse for that long, but we are doing it because it's the process that we're required to follow, and we want to be with our loved one forever when the time comes." - Russand Jie

It's ok to vent! I don't mind it at all. But just so you know, I wasn't implying that those away from their soul mates don't have true love. Sorry you took what I wrote the wrong way. I hope you get to be with your Love soon - I wish you both the best in life!

TAKE CARE EVERYONE AND THANKS AGAIN XOXO

Thanks everyone! After doing a lot of research, reading all of your comments, and speaking with my husband, I know what we must do. I don't want to break any law and I definitely don't want to risk being separated from my husband for a long, long time. CR-1 seems like a good route to take, and I'm glad I'll still be able to see my husband throughout the process. When I first posted I thought I wouldn't be able to see him for 6+ months which scared me and upset me. I feel better about our situation now and I have a good feeling that everything will work out in the end. Good luck to everyone trying to get their Green Card.

William33: I understand, thank you. I've been doing quite a bit of reading and CR-1 seems to be the route I need to take. I'll be sure to do things the right way, I'm sure it'll be well worth it in the end. Being away from my Love is hard, so hopefully I'll still be able to visit him throughout this process. If not, I guess he can always come see me? I'll keep my fingers crossed and hope for the best. I just don't want to be apart for 6 months + without seeing him.

nane1104: It sucks that these "higher powers" get to decide whether or not I can be with my husband. I know that a lot of people get married for all the wrongs reasons but I didn't. I just want to be with my Love. It doesn't matter where we are on this planet, as long as we're together, I'm happy. I hate how long and stressful this process is. I wish I could just skip to the AOS step but I'm scared to get in trouble.

CC90: I'm afraid we can't afford a lawyer. I'll keep researching online for now, and ask for advice I guess.

ceadsearc: Thank you so much! All this time I thought I had to go back home right away in order to apply for a CR-1 Visa. It makes me feel better knowing that I can do it here (as long as I leave before my 6 months are up). I'll be sure to read more about the whole CR-1 process.

ceadsearc: No, I still have over 5 months left, but I read that while applying for a K-3 or Cr-1 Visa that I must return to Canada while everything is being processed. Did I read wrong?

Anh map: If I'm truthful (which I'd rather be), would I really stand a chance? (or not likely?)

Penguin_ie: No, they did not ask me. I just told them I was visiting my boyfriend.

siasimba: No Visa. At this point I'm just confused, I really don't want to leave my husband but I also don't want to break the law. I married him because I love him dearly. I don't plan on ever leaving him. What we have is true love. The only reason I don't want to take the CR-1 route is because I don't want to be away from him for over 6 months... that's a long time to be apart from the one you love most in this world

I need opinions, advice, ideas, reassurance, anything! I entered the US (from Canada) with intentions of marrying the love of my life. I didn't mention that to the border officer (obviously) in fear of being denied entry. A couple of weeks after entering the States, I married my darling (happiest day of my life!) and though I know I'm not legally allowed to stay, I do not wish to leave my husband's side ... I don't want to go back home and apply for a K-3 Visa or a CR-1 Visa. I just want to apply for AOS so that I can stay with my husband. Please help me.

P.S. I know I'd have to lie and risk being deported.