Nmk1

Hi, all.

So we spoke to an extremely nice USCIS officer. She told us we were denied for not appearing at our interview, and we'd need to re-file with a $630 fee. However, several days later, they called back, and explained they'd made a mistake by not letting me reschedule when I'd submitted a letter. I guess with the election, mail was delayed, and they hadn't recieved it. We have another interview scheduled December 30th, no re filing fee charges! ???

So shoutout to everyone who tried to scare me/others.

Really?

https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/find-uscis-office/if-you-feel-sick-please-consider-canceling-and-rescheduling-your-uscis-appointment

Thank you. I'm getting so many "oh you're SOL," responses and its unhelpful. I don't need your opinions, I need to know what to do.

Either way, my infopass appountnent is this Monday, and several uscis officers and 2 attorneys have told me all I can do is wait until then.

Make an Infopass appointment and explain in-person.

I did. It's not until the 21st though.

it's better to consult with a lawyer but i want you to know that USCIS has some sucky ### rules and they don't listen to anyone, once they decide something it goes their way. but you should consult with a lawyer. how many days does he have ?

We have a lawyer. I'll call her Monday. It says he has 30 days to reopen the case. I called the uscis number and even they said it would be fine. Is it a chance they just sent this and will send another one???? I feel sick. We have a baby. Him being deported would ruin our lives.

you should tell them that the Officer told you that it would be no problem.

I included that in the letter.

Husband and I had to reschedule green card interview because he was sick. I went into the uscis office, and they assured me it was no problem at all. They told me to send in a letter. I did a few days later, as well as set up an interview for info pass in a few weeks, however, he just received a denial letter saying he needs to leave the country.

What do I do, please help.

Exactly. People jump down my throat here when I'm just scared. And ignorant. Apologies. Thanks for the kind words.

People are seeking help here to do things right. Calm down on the attitude. She is stressed because they have use the wrong digits as SSN. She is obviously on the right track to fix their issues and she is receptive to all help so far. So please be kind. Thanks

Stressful because I don't want to screw up his chance at having a job, and I was misinformed. I already said I'll

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Why is it stressful? Everyone needs an SSN to work. It's pretty simple, really. Just get one. That's it.

Don't use numbers that aren't SSN and try to pass it off as an SSN. How did that seem like a good idea?

Get the SSN. Tell the employer that there was confusion and give them the real SSN. Done.

Stressful because I don't want to screw up his chance at having a job, and I was misinformed. I already said I'll get the number Monday.

quote name="GeorgeH" post="8328978" timestamp="1475361064"]

Why is it stressful? Everyone needs an SSN to work. It's pretty simple, really. Just get one. That's it.

Don't use numbers that aren't SSN and try to pass it off as an SSN. How did that seem like a good idea?

Get the SSN. Tell the employer that there was confusion and give them the real SSN. Done.

This is so stressful. He's been using the 9 digit number on the ID card as his ssn. Do you sense this could cause a major problem? We will be getting him a real number on Monday. He's scheduled to begin work Tuesday.

Do you think the employer will have a problem with us applying for one the day before he's due to work?

Thanks everyone. Another question- does he need a social security number to work?

My husband got a job, however, they're asking for his Drivers License/State or government issued ID #. We are both confused on where to find that on his work permit card (form I-766) as he does not have a drivers license or California ID card. Can anyone help???

Hey Nmk1,

our story is kinda similar... except the baby part.

We got engaged back in 2013 and filed for k1 in August 2013. Our I-129f petition was approved in September 2013 but we (actually she) decided that its too early and long relationship does not work out.

We kept in touch and began dating again beginning 2015. She came to Germany, I visited her in the US in September 2015. I actually planned to just visit her in December - but she proposed and we decided to stay and adjust.

The interview startet with "so you applied for fiance visa in 2013 and now came on a WT - explain me this" - we were honest and told about the break up. He asked why did you break up - why did you get back together? why do you now know he is the right one.

He liked the answers and we got approved.

I don't think that you need a to hire an attorney - being honest and you will be fine.

Thank you! I've already finished paying the attorney so I'll keep her around. But like you said, I'm sure honest answers will get me further ahead. Did they ask anything about intention of you staying or when you two decided to marry?

The 90 days doesn't apply to the VWP.

Good luck Nmk1. Hopefully it's smooth sailing for you both.

I appreciate that, thank you. Thanks to everyone for the help.

OP,

To reiterate your timeline...

• You filed for a K1 visa 2 years ago.
• You and your fiance broke up and never used the K1 visa.
• Your ex-fiance entered the US under VWP.
• You and your ex-fiance got back together and married and now is having a baby.
• He is currently looking to adjust status.

To answer your question about whether or not it would raise suspicion, one of the things that sticks out to me is your ex entering the US after the K1. Would seem like he came and stayed instead of going through the K1 process.

When exactly did he enter and when did you two get married during the timeline? This could be the most scrutinized item.

Every time I try and update my timeline, it refuses to save. Not sure what I'm doing incorrectly.

He entered in February. We married 62 days later, before his 90 days were up.

Wondering where the idea of a Stokes interview comes from, is there something on one of the other threads? Nothing on this ones suggest that would happen.

All I see is a an adjustment from VWP.

Do you think it's possible we wouldn't be summoned for one?

Your Adjustment of Status from the VWP will definitely result in an interview, it's automatic. We had ours but it wasn't a stokes interview, just the average one with a pretty stern IO but very straight forward questions.

Because you'd previously filed for a K-1 you might have a little tougher of an interview, but as long as you front loaded your application and provided sufficient evidence I can't see it being a real problem. There are people that have married, not filed for a CR1, visited on the VWP and situations change and adjust. Life happens, it's unfortunate how people on the outside can look in and judge.

It might be worth chasing up on that K-1 petition and make sure it's really dead in the water.

Thank you very much for the sincere answer. I figure being honest is the best policy.

The issue I see is that you once filed for a K1 meaning he was out the country. You broke up and now you are married and expecting and he mercilessly ended up in the US and you are now adjusting status from a ESTA.

Immigration may think you tried to circumvent immigration rules and regulations to jump the queue. So you may have some explanation to do.

Look suspicious like I said before he was out the country now he is in the country. And you are adjusting.

Can I ask you say K1 was approved but you broke up so he never came over on the K1. You withdrew the petition or cancelled or what happened to it?

It expired. My attorney seems to think it won't be an issue that we previously filed, but it still very much worries me.

OP is filing Adjustment of Status from VWP inside US, not spousal visa.

She is confusing people by creating threads all over the place - K1 or CR1/IR1 subforums

Speak for yourself, people are answering my questions so far, and no one seems confused.

Do you mean you filed for Adjustment of Status (to get him a Green Card)? Visas are for entering a country. He's already here. What visa did he enter on?

Sorry, I do mean filed for adjustment of status. He came on ESTA.

***Moved from K1 Process & Procedures to Adjustment of Status from Work, Student, & Tourist Visas forum.***

**Moderator hat off**

To dispatch with the semantics, you are not pursuing a K3 visa, you are adjusting status. Odds are better than 50% that you both will be subjected to a Stokes Interview. At such an interview, the sky is the limit in terms of questions that will be asked, be prepared to address why things didn't work out the first time.

US politics are irrelevant when it comes to determining whether or not a couple is genuine or if they are only they are in the relationship to seek an immigration benefit only.

Those interviews sound so intimidating. ? Poor guy doesn't even care much about citizenship, he just wants to raise his daughter. Regardless, if we are honest about the struggles of long distance being what caused our initial break, do you think they'd understand?

Are you both living in separate countries or are you both in the US? Your profile says "Adjustment of Status (pending) but your post says you intend to pursue a spousal visa.

Obvious to who????????????? The onus is on you and your spouse to present evidence to that supports that, nothing will be obvious to anyone.

So many question marks. I don't know, I don't feel many would agree to having a baby with someone they don't love just to gain citizenship to a country where you have the threat of Donald Trump becoming president, but maybe I'm biase.

We are both living here. Filed for spousal visa with an attorney 2 weeks ago.

Husband and I originally filed for fiancé visa 2 years ago. We got approved, but ended up breaking up. Fast forward two years, we are pregnant and now married, and submitted forms for a k-3 marriage visa.

Do you think it will raise suspicions considering this is the 2nd time we have filed? Obviously, it's bonafide.

Maybe because a lot of the members here are in the US and it's during work hours? Have patience

I had no problem with sharing the thread.

Guys, I recieved a text confirmation today (I guess my attorney is more on top than I give her credit for)

When I recieve my actual receipt in the mail, will it display what center is processing it all?

Thanks.

Is it required to attach additional proof of bona fide relationship? Is it alright if we provide the details as and when asked?

FYI: This question is regarding additional proof ( Letter from 3rd Party, Letter consisting of our story and how we met, Wedding photos, Conversation history etc). We have provided our marriage certificate.

I'm curious as to why you wouldn't provide such evidence? I'm my simple mind,Mir would provide reasonable doubt if it was just the paperwork, no photos, or "human" evidence.

I know someone who was denied for suspected fraud.

What made them think that? Was it actual fraud?