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FROWNcat, yes they didn't check my passport on the way out. I don't think it's a problem if you intend to fly back to your home country. Hope this helps!

A&B - will fill out my timeline when I get a chance. Since I got back I have been on the go constantly, running errands and picking up loose ends. Will make sure my experience helps others too!

Hi guys, thanks so much for your replies. Just got back to my home country a couple days ago and am a little out of it. Will go ahead and renew my passport then. Yayy!! Made copies of my marriage certificate like you guys suggested, fingers crossed the nice people at immigration will just let me on my way without any hassle. Loving_girl, many thanks for your very detailed answer. I will use your tips when renewing!

Anybody?

Hi there! I just got married in September and applied for AOS already along with the EAD/AP. I have undergone the biometrics, and also just received my EAD/AP card. We don't have an interview date yet but I believe we will get one by this week. I need to travel back to my home country very soon and have a couple of questions. If any one has had any experience with these, please do chime in!

1) I am travelling this week with only the AP. I assume this is ok, right?

2) My passport is expiring in May.

a) Can I renew my passport while I am back in my home country? Will it affect my reentry to the US?

--or--

b) Should I wait until after the AOS interview before I renew my passport?

3) If I need to wait until after the AOS interview, should I renew my passport in the US through my consulate, or should I renew it in April when I fly back there again?

Any comments on this would be much appreciated! Thanks!