Lil bear

Context. After the K1 holder arrives and marries, they just adjust status requiring a the sponsor to have a higher income than reworded for the sponsorship of a K1. Experience reveals many K1 sponsors don’t do research into the follow on required.. and find themselves struggling to post for the AOS process. This diy site and the v experienced members such as @ Boiler .. are simply trying to reduce “next step” surprises.

Which browser are you using. Try using a different one

Problem with A is that at point of entry there isn’t going to be anything a lawyer can do to sway the mind of the CBP officer. The lawyer can reassure you forever that you are following legal options but you’re still at the mercy of the CBP officer

There is always a huge difference in just how each agent assesses each case at each entry. Technically you have done everything correctly .. but it is always the case that the individual officer makes the decision. Yes you added to the situation by not having the NOA with you. You have been warned, and your record unfortunately flagged , that you “may” be considered non resident because of your travel. There is no specific time period documented that would avoid this but the overall appearance as assessed by the officer who may or may not even listen to your explanation You may be wise to look at plan B .. move to the US asap and have your spouse meet the GC resident requirements here while waiting for the accreditation to be finalised. If you need 2 incomes, the GC holder can work .. get a job .. even if it’s not in the specialised area of expertise. When we moved to the US for the second time in 2016, I worked as a house cleaner. I am an optometrist of 40+ years, and a registered ( in Aust) professional clinical counsellor with 15 years experience .. So i understand the big problems with international professional transfer .. but if living in the US is important, dont throw away the GC for unnecessary delays

🤪 Always !!

Yes spouses have been granted a B2 .. usually where it is v clear that the USC has very strong longer term ties to the overseas country. But no one can say how one particular application.. yours.. will be assessed.

I digitized everything. Have kept some originals that cannot be replaced .. But yes it’s hard to shred all that isn’t it !!!

Then you will have to wait until you get it back. No issues

Yes. And give a better rate. They make their money off the internet they earn on holding the funds for 24 hours

I used OFX for $$ transfers. Far better rate than banks and can be fee free Need a US Bank to receive the $$ but it can be someone elses .. spouse/fiancé etc.

If the CBP officer was concerned about this indicating immigration intent, they would have refused you entry then.

Moved to “AOS from visitor visa” as this correctly reflects OPs current stage Organizer hat off *** Yes, your situation will raise some questions for the interviewing officer. Try to not take it personally. Even if the “red flags” are not real in your case, the IO will approach approval with caution and this will require robust questioning. Be well prepared, well documented, answer simply and honestly, don't offer what isn't asked for, stay calm and respectful.

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Try accessing using a different browser .. or try tomorrow. It looks like it is an issue at their end

Case status site is not always up to date. Your I130 has been approved c and the application is now with the NVC for processing. You will get an email from the NVC soon.

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Advise the interviewing officer of the update

My comment stands… from personal experience. You can decide if you prepare a joint sponsor in case it is required.. or if you are going to the interview as is.

This is a generic FE that is sent to any petitioner where the income is borderline or where the petitioner is self employed or using assets. You are advised to get a joint sponsor lined up.. All the paperwork filled out and in the beneficiary’s hands for the interview. The final decision lies with the interviewing officer.. And if they request a joint sponsor and you haven’t got things in hand, it will delay the process. Better safe v than sorry

SRC. The application processing center not the card production location

It may be worth considering always doing a 2 stage trip.. on 2 separate bookings.. the first to get out of China.. The second to fly to the US on the VWP using their German passports

Moved to AOS from K 1 and K3 forum as this reflects the OPs current process

The decision to grant her a visitor visa is primarily based on the interviewing officer assessment of her ties to her home country and her likelihood to overstay Unfortunately providing the information you have suggested is mostly likely going to weaken her apparent ties to her home country .. by demonstrating strong ties to US family.. and also increased the IO concern that she would overstay in order to support you. So my thoughts are .. don’t provide that documentation.

When entering the US make sure you update your address for the GC with the CBP officer. This is the correct process. Not sure how linked the address on the account is with the process for mailing out the GC

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