Meg&Andrew

57 minutes ago, Eric-Pris said:

Are you sure that confessing to visa fraud (albeit outside of the US) is the smartest thing to do?  To me, it says something about his character.

 

 

What exactly is the Fraud?  He is coming in on a business visa to help with his sisters business, along with visiting his family. I don't see that he is committing fraud. If we are comitting fraud in any way, please let me know. We aren't trying to hide, or misrepresent any facts. Especially to the POE officer.  My main worry was if it would be an issue for him to travel to another country on a business visa, while residing in the US and still having to go through ROC. 

OK just want to make sure we won't have any issues returning. Thank you. 

Hi everyone! My husband and I are soon flying to Bahrain for a trip to see his parents. This is our first time seeing his family since he left to come to the US. Also, their first time meeting their only grandchild as well. We can't go to Saudi , so this was the only place we can go. Unfortunately my husband isn't a US citizen yet, and has a Philippines passport. For this reason he can't get a visors visa to Bahrain like my son and I can. His sister owns a business in Bahrain and was able to get him a business visa to come there. It was quite expensive and she had to put down around 3000 BD (about 7900 USD) that is refundable as long as he leaves when he is supposed to.  He is an accountant, so she plans on having him do some work while we are there. Just looking at the books and helping any way he can. He won't be compensated for any of it. My question is will we receive any scrutiny for him having a business visa traveling there? We intend to be 100% honest with POE officers in letting them know this was the only way he could see his family, and that he does plan on helping with the business while we are there. Any advice would be appreciated. 

1 minute ago, Boiler said:

I do not know what will happen, no harm trying and finding out, just pointing out the negatives mentioned. Active military seems a plus.

 

I do know this has nothing to do with Trump, same issues applied under Obama.

Wasn't trying to imply anything to do with trump. Just tightening up on immigration. 

You never know until you try. No one here can say you won't get a tourist visa. It's up to the CO. While you dont have strong ties, you have more than some others I've seen approved. Then again that was before Trump. Either way, you dont know until you try. Also, I don't see what the big deal is about the fact that you don't want to go to the USA right now. It's your life, your marriage. Whatever works for you.  

I'm confused as to why you didn't go to him in the first place. You say it's because you didn't want to live with his parents, but you must've known he lived with his parents prior to your flight coming to the US. Not to mention, you didn't even give it a chance. I know if I loved my husband, and wanted to be with him, I couldn't imagine letting something like that stop us from being together. At least trying. As far as the visa coming here with your parents and sister, well that takes a lot of time. Not nearly as fast as coming on a IR1 or CR1. You need an immigration attorney. One that is knowledgeable in immigration.  

My husband is Filipino and we went through the embassy in Riyadh.  If you have any questions about the embassy message me. We had a great experience as far as the interview goes, but not so good with the embassy before hand. They lost our case and we had a terrible time contacting them.  They don't want to answer emails. Hopefully their communication has gotten better since. 

4 hours ago, abum said:

but which MENA country has VWP/ESTA ?

https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/

 That doesn't mean that he/she doesn't have dual citizenship. Or even could have ties to MENA countries 

Sounds to me like this may be the issue. 

OP travels to US on ESTA no issues

OP files k1 visa

OP continues to visit fiance until case  is approved by USCIS 

OP tries to comes to US and is denied Esta based on the fact that they believe there's intent 

OP applies for B2

B2 put into AP because OP is from a MENA country 

OP goes to k1 interview and put into AP for same reason as B2 

If youre coming here for emotional support, unfortunately you're not going to get it at VJ. With that being said, hire an attorney and get a divorce. 

49 minutes ago, Credo said:

My friends husband is incarcerated. They met when he was on probation and he promised heaven and earth to change and not to go back to prison. He violated his parole and now back to prison. We were planning on filing for my AOS before his arrest. Is there a way forward for my immigration. Can he file  AOS while in prison? My brother in law can be a joint sponsor.  Can my friend attend interview without her husband? their marriage is about six month, should she wait till she is married for two years to adjust , is there any hope for her cos she not working and living with my sister in law.  she doesnt  have money for lawyers and all. What is the best thing to do. 

OK first, calm down. There's nothing wrong with laughing a little. Secondly, you plainly said "We were planning on filing for my AOS before his arrest. Is there a way forward for my immigration" Hence the confusion. 

What visa is your friend here on?  

If I'm reading it right,  I think that the OPs joint sponsor is currently in Prison?  Either that or the man in prison has a couple of wives? Or maybe shes posting like its a friend, and got confused. Not to worry, no wine here and I'm just as lost. Lol 

19 minutes ago, usmsbow said:

 

Being a foreign worker in Saudi Arabia is about as close to the opposite of being a public sector worker in the EU as you can get in regards to legal employment. Just saying.

 

 

Did you read the end of my post or just what you wanted?  I said "sometimes it's not always as black and white as just being able to get on a plane and leave" My entire point of sharing my side. All countries are different. Not everyone can just leave. 

I know my husband couldn't just quit his job and get on a plane. In Saudi if you leave like that (without notice),  or with an debts (he had to pay off all credits and credit cards) they can bar you from ever entering the country once again. His entire family lives in Saudi, so he has to be able to go back if needed. We did not want to risk him being banned from ever getting to enter again.  Sometimes it's not always as black and white as just being able to get on a plane and leave. 

3 minutes ago, MrCIA said:

Maybe you can help me understand why the CR-1 preference over a K3? We are a well established couple and time is of the essence.

No need to answer as @Nitas_man answered correctly.  

However if you do decide to continue to pursue the k1 I would advise you not to offer any information unless you are asked. Including photos. That goes for anyone during an interview. Only answer the questions being asked and do not add additional information. 

10 minutes ago, MrCIA said:

Sorry to hear. If you don't mind me asking, how did they become aware of said photo?

 

I'm teeter-tottering on if I should continue to pursue the K1 knowing that we have to be honest and that may lead to a denial. We are only weeks away from out NOA2 so worst case it sets us back a month or two on the CR1.

 

Good point. There is one piece of evidence that could cause suspicion. To what extent to they vet social media? I.e. should I expect a FB friend request for the embassy? Can the compel us to share our social media accounts?

 

Its not a hard decision to make. If you're married you file the CR1, if not then continue the k1. How difficult is that? Your lack of will to provide any info on the type of ceremony makes it almost impossible to help you. 

English in the main forums please 

I have 4 kids, and was the sole provider at the time I met my husband. I managed to find a way to go see him.  It would have to be physically impossible for you to meet your fiance' or you'd have to prove something like religious or cultural reasons for the waiver (even those reasons are usually denied)! We all have faced hardships trying to meet our loved ones. Besides do you really think it's smart to marry someone you've never met in person?  

Waiting until the last day to marry is very risky.  You never know what kind of circumstances could arise, so I would not recommend doing this. I'd give myself more time than  that. Unless you want to possibly risk not being to AOS from the k1 and filing an I-130 instead. Which means lots of more fees and waiting times. 

What country did you interview From?  

4 minutes ago, Anatti87 said:

Update: Check was returned as insufficient funds. I already received NOA1 and Bio appt. letter. I don't know what to do? Should I call and see? Should I send them another check? I have searched but nothing new or very much helpful. I need advice from someone who has been through this.

I don't have a lot of information for you because I haven't been through this myself. I have to say I'm suprised you received your NOA1 and bio app letter. I would think they would of denied due to lack of funds, but even the other posts I've read on this aren't very clear. Some say that USCIS will try to process the payment once more. Are you aware if they've tried a second time?  Maybe @geowrian can help provide some insight? Here are some other threads I've found similar to yours. 

Okayyyyy now things are coming together. You mean she brings up divorce from a former spouse of hers. Although this entire time she has been telling you,  and immigration she is a widow. Am I getting this right? 

2 minutes ago, extremerecluse said:

I love her so much. I would gladly take a bullet for her!!!

That's understandable, but what's going on exactly? We can't help if we don't know whats really going on. We need more details. Are you looking for help immigration wise, or just reaching out for someone to talk to? 

Yes you do 

11 hours ago, C-ma'am said:

I tried to catch up but it was impossible! lol Hello all! Finally, a bit of fall weather in DC!

 

The same in Tennessee. It's a bit chilly today, and tomorrow. But right back to the 80's by the end of the week. I wish the fall weather would stick around.