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The answer is the same as it was yesterday when you asked.
 
 

Consider yourself lucky you did not have any issues.
You'll get a permanent one.

10 year card if you have been married for 2 years or more on the day the Green Card is approved.

Thank you very much for your comment I hope I have the same luck as the others
 Merry Christmas

We can be in communication to see our how we fill out this new public charge form

Hello! I am unsure of where to put this question so I will put it here! Please move if necessary. 
 
I arrived in St. Augustine Florida on a K1 visa in late September. When I went to apply for my SSN, the employee taking my application said when I get married and change my last name, I have 90 days from my marriage date to change my Canadian (home country) passport to my married name and bring it back to the SS office for updating. This is the first I had heard of this timeline. Most people say they apply for their AOS with their married name then go back to the office when they get their EAD with the new name. 
 
Any insight here? Changing my passport internationally, as most of you know, is a huge pain and I was hoping to do that one last. I'd been researching the SS process a ton so it was just odd to hear completely brand new instructions. Thanks!

help needed 😩

I applied for my SSN name change shortly after getting married and only provided my marriage certificate and the actual SSN card with my maiden name on it (this is per SSA personnel's advise). I am located in Pensacola, Florida, by the way. 
 
Personally, I wouldn't want anything changed on my passport while in the middle of AOS but a recent Philippine embassy outreach encouraged me to do it (because of the convenience) and they assured that I will have my old and new passport back in 6 weeks and that's plenty of time before my AOS interview. So that solved my dilemma about messing with my passport.
 
Anyways, I haven't heard of that timeframe on changing passport name. That felt unnatural because SSA should not have a say on what name is on your passport. If you were granted the SSN in your maiden name, then the marriage certificate should suffice. 
 
Just my two cents. 

I feel the need to add to this, if you all don't mind.
It is highly recommended that anyone who is coming in on a K1 visa to apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) before their marriage.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) Agents are easily confused by the K1 Visa, and may (wrongfully) assume that now that you're married, you're no longer a K1 visa holder, and no longer qualify for a SSN. It is best to apply for a SSN in the name which is on the immigrant's I-94 and passport to avoid this potential headache and several trips back & forth.
With the I-94 going electronic, there is also no need to wait anymore. Their systems are updated instantly the moment of Point of Entry (PoE).
When we applied for my husband's SSN we waited 4 weeks to hear from them about the issuance, and got a letter in the mail informing us it is being mailed and will arrive within 2 weeks, so I would also advise people to anticipate a 4-6 week wait, until it's in your hands.

Good information, dburnt. I've moved this to the Social Security Numbers forum. I'll see about getting it pinned so it remains visible at the top of the thread.

The easiest way is to apply as soon as you arrive. 

Hi guys.. due to my procrastination ( yep, my bad ), I applied for an SSN last week ( I-94 expires Dec 8 ) and of course I got their “ manual verification “ letter .. my questions are:
 
1. on my AED form page 2 Part 2 question 14 ( do you want SSA to issue you a Social Security card? ) I am leaning towards a No since I already applied for one, although I know it will be rejected due to a nearly expired I-94.
 
2. If I do choose No, should I include the manual verification letter that SSA gave me? Would it have any impact at all?
 
3. if I choose Yes, would it mess up my initial application ?
 
appreciate your thoughts guys thanks.. and yeah, I’ve already beaten myself up for not applying SSN at least a month before I-94 expiration 😒😞

It is always recommended to get it before you get married in the maiden name. Once you have that it is very easy to get it changed once you have the marriage certificate 

I am holding a K1 visa, got married about 2 months ago, applied my SSN about 3 weeks ago. However, I have received a letter saying the SSA cannot issue a SSN to me because 
 
"The DHS is unable to verify the immigrant document you submitted as evidence of your lawful alien status" 
 
What does that even mean? The documents I submitted were K1 visa and valid I-94.
 
Can anyone please give me some advise what I should do now?

😁🤗

The new rule is currently blocked by the courts. Old rule still in place until further notice.

@CaliNY You should also file a copy of your marriage certificate with the two other forms I-131 and the I-765. I know the VJ example does not say this but this is a wise move as people have gotten a RFE for sending in only one copy. Remember the two forms are processed separately from the I-485 and could thus net you a RFE for not attaching a marriage certificate if for nothing else to support the name change. Also your application must be postmarked BEFORE or on October 14th to avoid the expanded changes and the new I-944 form.

AOS Checklist
Cover Letter listing Table of Contents (Check Payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security - $1,225.00)  
Form I-485 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)
Form G-1145  Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page  Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp  Copy of NOA2 Approval letter (from K1 process)  I-94  Copy of beneficiary's Birth Certificate  translation of birth certificate Certified copy of Marriage License  Passport Photos (2) name written on the back  Copy of DS-3025   
Form I-864 (completed and signed by USC) (goes with form I-485)
Proof of USC's citizenship (copy of birth certificate, copy of passport bio page, or other) 2018, 2017 (optional), and 2016 (optional) Tax Return (with W-2) or Transcripts Employment Verification letter (updated one - not the one used during K1 process)  Paystubs (last 3 months)   
Form I-765 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)
Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page  Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp  I-94  Passport Photos (2) name written on the back  Copy of NOA2 (from K1 process)   
Form I-131 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)
Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page  Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp  I-94  Passport Photos (2) name written on the back  Copy of NOA2 (from K1 process  
Bookmarking this for myself. I hope to file before October 15!

thank you and I hope very soon that you give us good news about you

don't worry the wait will be long but everything will be fine, don't lose faith soon you and your partner will be together

Its cheaper in their country usually..
 
but if your like me where you have insurance that you can use for your wife immediatly.. probably wait.
 
but check with your insurance.  I have a HSA with mine i can use for immidiate relatives (kids/wife).

Do it before you enter! Much easier in my opinion and possibly cheaper.

If you know that you need new vaccines for sure then do it before the medical in your country. Most likely it is much cheaper...
In the US you need to find an USCIS approved doctor + vaccination.
I paid $180 for a MMR + preparing the I-693 last year

Easier to do it before or at your visa medical 

depends on the consulate.
 
some allow it, a few do not.