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This is good information… It is true, after USCIS stage everything is embassy specific. So, this is great information for anyone considering K1 vs CR1 if they are based out of Italy.

Interview location is based on the beneficiary’s address noted on I129F and I130… I didn’t say you CANT transfer a K1 I said it can be very difficult and add months to the process: The thread you linked had some success stories but also some stories with issues: Here are the instructions for changing embassies spousal and k1: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/national-visa-center/immigrant-visas-processing-general-faqs.html#ivp13 You are free to choose K1 or CR1 but if you’re asking which is QUICKER… changing consulates will add time to the process. Here is an example of a timeline for transferring a K1: K1 case transfer timeline: July 23 2021 the petition was approved December 12 2021 interview… (132 days) K1 no transfer August 20 2021 petition approved November 3 2021 interview. (76 days)

There are three stages: USCIS about 13 months NVC: looks to be about a week or so After DQ: depends on the embassy and that can be 2 months to 18 months (maybe more) Where will your partner interview? Join this thread. You can keep up with people who filed during the same month as you.

Are you able to see her and marry her before she moves? Like I mentioned if you want to file before she moves. Changing embassies for the spousal visa is fairly easy (you request a change at NVC when the petition is approved). But, if you won't be seeing her until after she moves then you will have to wait until then to file. So, spousal in this case would be faster than K1.

That’s an angle you could take to show you never gave up US residency…and your should get his passport ASAP im thinking about the rules applied to US military spouses and overseas workers who qualify for expedited citizenship… im talking about this: https://www.state.gov/global-community-liaison-office/naturalization-of-foreign-born-spouses/guidelines-for-expeditious-naturalization/ @Family do you think my idea has any merit?

@MelOe URGH im so sorry my suggestion isn’t a fix. I had an issue with my degree in an other country where they were hung up on wording so I know the frustration. Will check to see if I can find another method. But hopefully someone smart reviews your case and allows you to practice. I know vets are really needed here in the States so you would think they would be bending over backwards to get you practicing.

Filing the K3 could result in 3 actions 1.) nothing (worst case scenario) 2.) K3 approval- better case- spouse comes over to the US and adjusts status 3.) approval of i130- best case scenario People file the I129F as a way to nudge I130 approval. So, I see that as the cheapest way to get some sort of action on your case. It will take a few days for I129F to hit the desk of someone so if I130 is approved in the interim the K3 will be administratively closed

Okay… so be aware if you file the I129F before she moves back to Argentina it will be very difficult and add months to the process for her to move to the interview to Argentina. It might not actually happen and then.. She will have to have her K1 visa interview in Switzerland. ETA if you partner is planning to move to a different country. Spousal visa will be quicker in the long run…

One or two paystubs… and then upload a copy of your work offer…

Chat to your partner again. ask her what questions was she asked? Has she ever been to the U.S.? Has she been petitioned by someone else before? how did you meet? Getting married and filing spousal visa is your best bet for success… and then of course a lot of continued time together…

Who is your stepson? Did you marry your partner already? And why was your brother there? Where were you at the time?

Being together quicker but not knowing when you’ll be able to work, drive, or leave the country (in case of emergency back home) vs being in the US a month or two later with working permission, ability to open a bank account, ability to drive and ability to leave is a decision the beneficiary needs to make for themselves. There can be delays between approval at USCIS to moving to the NVC/ embassy for both visa types. But, only the spousal visa allows you to delay the process if you need it (doesn’t happen often but it happens often enough). The question I would ask is: Where do you live in the U.S.? And what is the experience for K1 visa holders when they move there? What documentation do you they need to drive? Do you need to drive online Lon that city/town? How will your partner keep themselves while they can’t work:drive AND can you afford the additional $3000 for AOS after the enter? Or would you rather pay all the immigration costs BEFORE they enter the U.S.?

Speak to your partner about what happened in the interview. You might overcome the ineligibility through marriage but without knowing the reasons just filing another case might not solve your issues. Was your partner able to show them proof you visited every 3 months?

They didn’t give reasons?

Do you have the notice in English?

It is a pity they are denying your case because the adjudicator doesn't know what the official document is supposed to look like and went by the translation. This doesn't happen often but it does happen often enough. I don't know if you need to get a Korean lawyer. Easiest fix would be go online and evidence the documents your provided are the documents requested. Here is a link to guidance provided by US Embassy Korea. It has a translation sample. I would maybe re-translate the document in this format if you are going to submit another AOS petition. I'm not sure how you want to proceed... but you need to tell the lawyer you have the correct documents you just need to translate it to USCIS's standards. Another poster had a similar issue: USCIS didn't like the translation.

Looks like they’re requiring updated COVID vaccines now. COVID vaccine seems to be like the flu vaccine. something you have to get once a year. I don’t think it’s going away anytime soon. On the CDC link, it states that: For the purposes of the immigration medical examination only, applicants who have not received a COVID-19 vaccine dose in the 12 months prior to the date of the exam are considered due for a dose. quote from here:

DR allows the petitioner to be at the interview. When answering a question or correcting another poster try to be mindful of the specifics. Dont answer GENERALLY when a poster has given their interview location. So, @Chelle1994 you can fly to DR if you want to go to the interview. I know I appreciated my husband being at my side when I had to interview for my IR1 visa.

File a K3/ I129F… they are still being issued and in cases with delays… might work might not work but it’s cheaper than the WOM.

Are you showing them your actual degrees and transcripts or Have you got your transcripts “translated” with a service like World Education Services? It shows what the equivalent degree is in the U.S. For example, I got a 3 year degree with an optional year in SA. That optional year is coded as graduate school not undergraduate by WES (even though it’s undergraduate in my home country). This might be the solution you are looking for…

@Verrou always comes with the good inside scoop!!

Any updates @LisaG?

You are doing so much good for your friend. Thank you for helping her out.

Which country is your wife from and what was your reason for the request? This information could be really helpful for others who might not have a consulate and are experiencing long waits…

@magicant how did your friend move to the US? What type of visa? The first thing you should do is ask her to show you the passport she came to the US on… and her current green card. Also what is the extension letter she has? Did she move to the U.S. on a tourist visa and she is finally applying for status OR did she move to the U.S. with a K1 visa, a K3 visa (rare but possible), or an immigrant visa CR1 or IR1. Once you find out this information we can help you and your friend further.