jerryadams

My I-94 was issued since 2009 when I came into the country. My wife and I got married within one month and we filed for AOS and work authorization. My work authorization was approved in 2010 and in 2011 while my AOS was pending. My wife with-drew her sponsorship without my knowledge in 2011 October and I just found out like in Jan/Feb this year. So, how does the I-94 comes into play here.

Please, I have no idea so I am asking for some pointers. Thanks again.

In my case, I was a beneficiary and never saw it coming, my wife pulled the plug from under me. Before I came here, I had a great job, great benefits and family. Not only did I have to endure winter but I had to do crappy jobs just to survive. Just when I thought things were looking good, got a decent job, supported and loved my wife; she started making so many financial demands, temper tantrums, etc. I felt I was living to take care of her and the threat of "I will send you back" if you don't do ABC or D was always there. It was like I was living in prison or walking on egg shells and for what - a piece of paper?

@ralphlaw,

Thank you so much for your practical advice, it means a lot. I am trying to pick up my life and trying to figure out what next to do. I appreciate you and thank you again.

Thanks again. All this is so complicated.

Thank you all for all the information. It was really helpful

Thanks for the encouragement guys, it means a lot.

I verified with the USCIS and it was denied but I am not in any removal proceedings. So, it appears I have two options:

1. Patch things up with my wife and pray that she doesn't do it again or go crazy on me

2. Count my loses and go back home

Cheated? Dude, I loved my wife. I did everything for her, paid all the bills and took care of her. We were still together even after she withdrew it and never told me. Everything was fine until I re-applied to renew my EAD and found out that it was denied. I asked why she did it and she said I made her mad because she had asked me for some money and I told her I didn't have it. That is what hurt me the most. My wife has a very violent temper and you can't tell what she will do next or what you may or may not do that will upset her. I have done everything I know and now this.

My concern is even if we patch things up how do I know that she may not do this again. I am just looking for answers and options and it appears I don't have much

Thanks guys. Your advice and suggestions are really helpful and will help me make a decision.

I was married for two years and did file AOS but from what it seems, everyone is saying I am out of luck.

You are right mate - so very right. Thanks again.

Wow,

So due to no fault of mine and nothing I have done wrong; I am the one that has to deal with all the problems. I never knew the K1 is so restrictive. I appreciate all the responses, it's a real eye opener.

Thanks for the link.

The link http://www.visapro.com/S/ErrorOccured.asp provided by Nijabound is not working. Can you provide the correct web link so I can read what you are talking about

Does this mean an employer can't sponsor a work visa even while I am in the US? Or say if I win the DV lottery?

Hi Guys, thanks for your responses. Here is the edited letter I received from the USCIS as to why my case was denied. Here is the snippet of the letter I received from USCIS dated Jan 2012 after I called them and told them I didn't get any notice.

NOTICE OF DECISION

Your Application to Register Permanent residence or Adjust Status (Form I-485) pursuant to section 245 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) is denied for reasons stated in the attached decision.

PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Service records indicate that you filed your Application for Permanent Residence (Form I-485) in 2009. You based your application on an approved Petition for Alien Fiance filed on behalf by your spouse.

APPLICABLE LAW & DECISION

INA 213A(a) of the Act states in part:

INA 245 of the Act states in part:

INA 212(a) of the Act:

CONCLUSION:

The record shows that petitioner, (Spouse Name) filed an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) on your behalf. On Oct, 2011, your wife notified this service by mail that she was withdrawing the Form I-864 that she filed on your behalf. Therefore, you are not eligible for AOS under INA 245(a)(2), because you are inadmissible as an alien who is likely to become a public charge pursuant to INA 212(a)(4)© because the affidavit of support that was filed on your behalf by (Spouse Name) was withdrawn.

In view of the foregoing, your application for status as a permanent resident must be and hereby is denied.

As to why it took two years to decide on the case, I do not know. Their reasons where they were doing background checks. Hiring an immigration lawyer may be a good thing but since this is an immigration forum with people that have gone through similar experience or know of something closely related, I wanted some advice so I don't throw money down the drain.

Thank you, it answers my question.

Thanks Guys,

I really appreciate all your input and advice. Thank you and God bless you.

The reply from the USCIS about the denial said it was denied because she with-drew it and that I may become a public charge (whatever that means). So, I really don't know my status right now. I didn't come to the States seeking immigration benefits, I never claimed my wife abused me even though she was a violent person.

My question to this forum is what are my choices if any. I appreciate your input and advice so far.

@NigeriaorBust: Thanks for your input, you said that the law is written that one can't adjust status based on another petition. Can you provide additional details i.e. web links, documents. Thanks again.

No, my AOS/I-485 was pending before she withdrew it. No, I didn't have a green-card as it was pending before she with-drew it.

Hi Everyone,

I came across this site by chance and I have been reading several posts. Some good, some bad. I am writing because I am in a predicament and will appreciate any help/advice I can get now so I can know what to do.

I came to the US on a K1 visa in 2009 and got married to my wife who is a US citizen within 30 days. We applied for the I-765 & I-485. My I-765 was approved in a few months and my AOS was pending. We stayed in a small city in MI and started building our lives together. It was difficult adjusting to the weather and finding a job. I discovered my wife had an anger problem, she screamed, shouted and threw things at me. I stayed because I believe we could work things out.

To cut the long story short, my wife with-drew the AOS petition without my knowledge in late 2011. When I re-applied to renew my EAD, it was denied because she with-drew the petition. I loved my wife, took care of her and did everything to make her happy. I asked her why she with-drew it and she said that she was angry at me one time and wasn't thinking straight. I felt so hurt and disappointed. At the moment, we are getting a divorce because it has broken the trust in our relationship.

I am writing to ask what my options are: I confirmed from the immigration and the petition was withdrawn. I am not in removal proceedings but I want to be sure what my options are. I came in legally, got married, took care of my wife, paid my taxes and have done everything right until this. I will appreciate any advice at this point. Thanks