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  1. SalishSea
    You are the USC petitioner, correct? I am not a lawyer, but my observation is that the petitioner’s criminal background MUST be disclosed, and that unless the crimes involve AWA type offenses, it generally is not a barrier to petitioning someone. USCIS is more concerned with the type of behaviors/crimes that could hurt a beneficiary or their minor child. Be honest in all your dealings with USCIS, and consult a lawyer if you feel you need to. You will want to get copies of your criminal records and all court records. You can also order an FBI background check on yourself. Transparency and disclosing everything up front is the way to go.
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    I think you misunderstand this process. It is discretionary to the consulate, and based on the totality of circumstances, not just on numbers on paper. Apparently they think your beneficiary is likely to become a public charge. Your options are: joint sponsor or qualifying income.
  3. SalishSea
    There was some evidence this one weird trick worked, but that was several years ago. It no longer seems to have that effect. OP, the K3 is likely to be paired with your I-130 and administratively closed.
  4. SalishSea
    Yes, for the I-134 I wouldn't expect any issues. However, keep in mind that you will soon be submitting the I-864 for AOS, and the new administration may well implement additional public charge requirements, like they did previously.
  5. SalishSea
    Huh? What is that going to accomplish?
  6. SalishSea
    You're not worried about another muslim ban?
  7. SalishSea
    How do you figure that? Maybe you don't realize that the clock only starts when the GC is issued, which could be a year after arrival to the US?
  8. SalishSea
    Unfortunately not. Also - derivative beneficiaries are not allowed for that type of petition. Are you aware that you and your children will not be allowed to immigrate with him?
  9. SalishSea
    Correct. However, a certified copy (i.e. original) is often required for the consular interview, so it is wise to make sure the beneficiary has certified copies.
  10. SalishSea
    With either option, it’s unlikely to happen in 2025, due to backlogs and other factors. Still, the CR-1 is the superior choice. citizenship would be many years away. The issue of whether dual citizenship is allowed lies with your country, not the US.
  11. SalishSea
    Nope. USC spouse must either already be in the US, or travel with the immigrant. Green card is for living in the US- if you are living and working elsewhere, you risk losing it.
  12. SalishSea
    Because the vast majority of Canadians do not need a visa to enter the US.
  13. SalishSea
    I would guess that she will need to get her passport updated prior to being eligible to apply for GE. I can't imagine they would accept mismatched documents.
  14. SalishSea
    There isn't really a time limit on that, but if you reapply immediately with the same situation, expect another denial.
  15. SalishSea
    You're commenting on a thread from a year ago.
  16. SalishSea
    You can be denied at either the application adjudication phase, or at the interview. Ultimately, it is up to the interviewing officer. I agree with Olduser, that if your timeline is borderline, it would be better to just wait.
  17. SalishSea
    Have you filed to adjust status?
  18. SalishSea
    An unused expired visa will not be reissued. OP needs to start over.
  19. SalishSea
    You quoted me, but I did not write what was quoted.
  20. SalishSea
    Correct. Having an additional citizenship won’t automatically improve chances. Applicants will still be evaluated based on likelihood of not returning home like they’re supposed to.
  21. SalishSea
    Yes, nothing has changed in that regard, not sure where you got the idea it had changed. The I-864 is used later when adjusting status in the US.
  22. SalishSea
    You’ll have to be prepared to show that you did not abandon your lawful permanent residence status. This can be done with tax records, driver’s license records, evidence of maintaining a home/job in the US etc.
  23. SalishSea
    Bring your spouse regardless. The letter may not specify.
  24. SalishSea
    I have never heard of a spouse being denied entry into a USCIS field office building. Are you maybe thinking of consulates?
  25. SalishSea
    The forms have not changed in at least the last ten years. Why not just submit them and see?
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