jasonofape

That was my understanding too.

Different consulates have different requirements regarding the vaccination issue for K1. For example, I have read that in the Philippines, you are going to get all of required vaccines. No discussion. Additionally, I have read in Mexico, that some rarely get any prior to issuance of K1. Regardless of that fact, once you marry and file adjustment of status, the vaccinations will be required. So, all you are doing is buying a little time with that thought process.

Xanax made a good point about the fact that immigration is a privilege and not a right. With that privilege comes the requirements of vaccinations. Until the law changes, and I don't see that happening anytime soon, it is something that must be dealt with.

If the laws and requirements of the United States do not set well with anyone, then maybe the US isn't for them. We are a highly regulated society and that isn't going to change anytime soon. Whether that is good or bad another topic of discussion.

Do you think the embassy will question me about leaving one kid behind and I just want to go to the US only?

My kids are 20 and 17. The younger one enjoys her school life and kind of wants to finish her high school before coming to the US. She is very independent and I heard it takes about 6 months to bring the underage kid to the US by CR1 (please correct me if I'm wrong). She still have one and a half year to finish high school. I should have enough time.

I'm concern about how the embassy look at us changing the number of the petition of kids. Anyone have experience or knows about it..please help.

Sure they will ask. And you will have an answer. Plus, maybe the one who is finishing high school just may appreciate finishing with her classmates. I dunno... Just saying.

Read through this carefully... I-407

Edit: Please note that it's Friday night, Gowon misses Gowoner most terribly and is mildly imbibed on Fosters (damn Aussies and their oil cans).

As a frequent visitor of the land down under, Aussies do not drink Foster's as they think it is hideous.

Foster's in America is not true blue, not fair dinkum. It's fake.

Try a Kooinda Pale Ale.

OP.. It indeed will not be easy to get a tourist visa, not impossible, just not likely. But it will not affect your K1 process if denied either.

Your lawyer does not know income tax laws for sure. Was there a domicile issue that ever came up?

Here is a link to look at http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/International-Taxpayers/U.S.-Citizens-and-Resident-Aliens-Abroad---Filing-Requirements

I laughed so hard when I saw this. My fiance broke up with me when he didn't get the visa. I decided to move on with my life and find someone closer to my own age. I want to be prepared should this new relationship lead to something more. I am making plans for my retirement in 4 years. I hope to share my life with someone after I retire.

Well glad I could give you a laugh. As I said, I was giving you the benefit of the doubt. I still will do the same.

As critical as Que Saudade was, I think his intent was to give you an honest perspective as to how USCIS would perceive your case. I agree with what he said. If USCIS thinks you are nothing more than a portal for a green card, you will never get approved.

There are other countries out there. Your choice in men happen to be in a country where the consulate is very difficult and cases end up in Admin Processing. Add on top of that your past history of unable to show bonafide relation. I would say that most couples when denied K1 for lack of bonafide relation turn around and get married and file CR1. That shows the determination of a couple dedicated to the relationship.

It is painfully clear that your previous fiancé only wanted you for your ability to get him a green card. If he truly loved you..... you guys would still be together. He is one of the reasons Turkey is difficult. There is no guarantee that your new beau is of the same caliber. But, if you are determined, and it appears you are, go visit him, then visit again and get to know him, then when your window of opportunity arises, get married and file CR1. This immigration process is not easy at all in the best of situations. When you add complications, it gets plum crazy.

Just my 2 cents worth.

what I am sure about that when they register you as a PR, they omit all the previous overstay

This is true as long as you are in the US when they approve it. Absolutely... I think that has been pointed out quite clearly.

and the ban issue is applied when somebody has been issued an AP

Or not issued AP

and he/she has an overstay, not a GC.

If the person leaves prior to the approval of the GC... The ban is triggered the moment of departure from US soil.

If the green card has been approved, then you are right with thinking that it is no problem. That is the question everyone has been saying that the OP will have to wait and see.

For I-134 it is enough, especially if you make over the 125% guideline.

For I-864, when you adjust status, it is a different story.

WOW... I hate these situations. It seems no matter what you do, it isn't going to be good.

Maybe have a sensitive talk with your wife and explain how this is viewed in this country. That she should just be slightly more careful about this.

The last thing you want is to be called some sort of awful name. Yet, you want peace with your wife.

Good luck dude.. I think you are gonna need it

Great news. I can't wait to post that!

I dont know if you are aware of how your posts read, but it always comes of as disrespectful and rude. Telling someone they should read the instructions after they have already stated they notice a mistake is not being helpful. Yes obiviously they should have read the instruction but what has been done has been done, OP going back now and reading the instructions isnt going to magically change what was written on the check.

You tell him girl. Even if he didn't tell the OP to read the directions.

I am tired of people being straight forward and to the point, what's the fun in that?

OP good luck and hopefully yours will slip right through the cracks and none of this will matter.

My other thread is a question in the regional discussion specific to marriage in Turkey. It has nothing to do with my returned petition and was listed in the regional discussion so that I may get answers from ladies that married Turkish men.

I will give you the benefit of the doubt, but one has to admit, it really looks strange you are already seeking knowledge about how to get married.

If I just broke it off with my fiancé, I would still be grieving the loss, not asking how to get married in Turkey where I just got denied a K1 and already have another younger guy lined up. It does look suspicious.

Hope you find the happiness you are seeking.

They just approve a few petitions way ahead of schedule to keep their averages down

I approve one petition at 3 months and one petition at 9 months. My average is 6 months

I think Powerpoint would be awesome..!!!!

They could scroll through the show.

That's why we need lasers.

Good Luck.. The work issue will be a problem. The fact he is your new husband will be a problem.

A tourist visa will not work. Plus, you are talking about up to 7 months... That is a long time.

I think we should all go back to strapping a 6 shooter to our leg just like the days of the wild west. No automatics.... just revolvers..

I know what not to bring... Electronic devices are a big no no

Tis best to just tell the truth. No way around the truth. If you lived 2 years in Dominican Republic and it is where you are currently living. Then that is the truth and you tell it. It isn't a debatable issue.

Have you been working the last 2 years? Filing your US Taxes? Even if you work outside of the US, as a US citizen, you are to report your worldwide income and you are suppose to file your taxes, you just may not pay any taxes... 2 different things.

You probably need to be thinking to the future and think about how you are going to pay for everything when you move back.

Your fiance will bot be able to work until EAD is obtained, that can't happen until you file for adjustment of status (another $1070)

Have you clearly thought about the entire process?

These are obviously rhetorical questions and you shouldn't answer. Just food for thought...

Good luck..

Good Luck

@Gowon… what part of your post was not pure speculation on your part. All you did was create other people to chime in on something that created no value other than more VJ drama.

I guess the first link gives us an answer.

REALLY????

If this is that same person,.

Who cares??? If not, then your answer has no place in this thread.

hmmm.. reading those links i guess they are related...

all you have is a guess?? How informative.

Please people, do not get sidetracked by a post that may, or may not, be links to anything related to this person. Do not lower yourselves. This was like a feeding frenzy. Nothing you guys said was in any shape, fashion, or form an attempt to help this person.

K3 is no longer being used.

CR1 is cheaper and has less hassles than K1.

When he comes to see you, then get married and file CR1.

When it is approved, you will be able to get your green card after entering the US. You can work and travel.

With K1, you file for adjustment of status after getting married, then wait for employment authorization and permission to travel cards, and the green card comes about 7 months after filing adjustment of status. (it also costs $1070.00)

Good luck.!

You never said he was allowed to, not sure why the other poster had to point that out.

You obviously did not read what the other poster said. He did not claim she said that he was allowed to. He was pointing out the fact that she used the conjunction "but" which implied an exception.

Of course he can't abuse you, BUT it is you living in his house. The fact that she lives in his house gives the father no right to abuse the OP in any fashion shape or form.

The above reflects current Florida law and personal self-defense has nothing to do with 9/11

Oh OK, I misunderstood your statement about the 5 factors not meaning anything in Fl. Because they do. My statement had nothing to do with waiting until the perp gets to the house and using violent force.

IF, the 5 factors I mentioned are met with credible evidence, the perp will never be allowed into the US thus avoiding the potential of deadly conflict.

Of course, the OP has to prove all of those.