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You will need that uploaded to NVC via ceac site as well as at the embassy.

As already stated, you are in line and have to wait.

From a couple others in this forum, last scheduled were those who DQed about the start of the 2nd week in December 2020 so you are very close.

Now some facts that are annoyingly depressing. I aggregated some data for visas issued in Lagos for the last 12 months.

In the past 12 months, 04/2021 to 03/2022, visas issued

B1/B2 - 22153

CR1/IR1 - 669

K1 - 256

F1 - 2714

The dropbox process was restarted in February that resulted in big jump (14754 in 02/22 and 03/22 alone) but prior to that, B1/B2 visas were issued at a rate of about 8 times that of CR1/IR1. In the last 2 month, over 150 times more

Even F1 visas were issued at almost 3 times the rate of CR1/IR1 and K1 combined

We can see where the embassy priorities lie. Students and tourists equals money being spent in the US. 

I googled the question and came up with the responses below.

Good luck

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/made-mistake-immigration-form-how-correct-it.html#:~:text=In addition to calling them,with a new signed form.

https://www.uscitizenship.info/blog/how-to-correct-a-mistake-on-an-immigration-form-filed-already-before-uscis-rejects-it/

6 hours ago, marjandchri said:

Filling out our I-134, and do have some questions:

 

1) Is the A number from the NOA 2 (above beneficiary's name) the one to use for I-134?  I've seen some who use it, and some that don't. 

2) The I-134 is sent with her for the interview.  Does it have to be originals, or can be copy?  I know this is asked a lot, and she is checking with the embassy, but thought I would ask from experience. 

3) I have filed an Affidavit of Support before, but I don't remember the exact date (2010'ish).  I want to generalize the date, but not sure if this will hinder?

4) Question 26.a. from I-134, should I put the current beneficiary, or a previous one? 

 

Thank you all in advance; as many of you, we have been waiting a few minutes for this to go 'Ready'.

 

 

1) The A-number is on the NOA2. I think that is the first place you will see that your beneficiary has been given an A-number.

2) A copy works as well as the original

3) Best to contact your previous beneficiary to get a better idea. They closer you are to the correct date the better. I think it helps the CO determine if you are financially responsible for any other person.

4) The previous beneficiary.

your senator or congressman will MAYBE get you additional information but like most of us know, you will find out nothing new.

as already mentioned, get married and file the spousal visa. it is the better route to go.

2 hours ago, Cohan said:

Hi guys! 

happy Easter everyone & hope you’re having good time 🐣

I’m Egyptian/Swedish and I’m living and working Sweden. My girlfriend is American and we wanna apply for K-1 visa even I can move to the states. 
I been to the states 3 times before on vacation and now I’m going to make my fourth visit. But to meet my girlfriend. 
I wanna apply for K-1 visa As Egyptian because my girlfriend and I have plans staying in Egypt in the future sometimes, and I have business over there. I have some questions. 

Can I apply as Egyptian and make the whole process including the interview in USA embassy Sweden ? 

Do I need to have all paper  (Birth certificate, police clearance , evidence of terminated marriage...etc)  From both countries? 

 

I’ve read posts here comparing K-1 visa and CR1 visa, and that CR1 better.  someone said that I can travel easy while K-1 visa I have to stay in the US and can’t travel. 

can I really travel after getting married and wait for the decision in Sweden? 

 

 

thank you so much 

 

You can apply as Egyptian with your country of residence as Sweden for whichever option you guys chose to follow.

As already stayed, applying for either one implies that you plan to migrate to the US.

You will need all the paperwork that for the option you chose fiancé or spousal visa

If you plan to get married and wait for the decision, get married in or outside the US, file the I-130 to be adjudicated in the country of your choosing.

Then wait it out. Up to 2 years at the current speed of things.

You might still be allowed to visit the US but that is up to CBP.

The choice is yours to make.

No income means you don't have a filing obligation but then there is the option to file even when you don't have income.

Due to covid, you might end up getting some money from the stimulus.

If you are eligible for stimulus, and want it, you have to file.

If you had income in 2021, you will have to file taxes, deadline is around the corner. If no income, then state that you have no income.

You might have to get a joint sponsor. No income last year and income just above the cap this year.

FYI filing a non-income tax return might give you some credit from the stimulus.

Several things that you will have to figure out.

If this is your 2 year green card, you will have to file removal of conditions to get your 10 year green card.

To file for naturalization, you will have to be married for at least 3 years to your spouse. See details in the link below.

https://www.uscis.gov/n-400

What is the current status?

I was under the impression that the passport is held during the AP process.

I would still email the embassy because his passport was taken and not stamped after he was notified that it was ready.

Can someone who has gone through this chime in?

have you filed to have it renewed? I think the notice includes an extension if your green card expires in less than a year.

To file for naturalization, it would depend on how you acquired your LPR status.

Something to keep in mind.

The I-130 is used for family so it is a jack of all trade form.

Since this is for your sister, Divorce, marriage and stuff like that does not apply to her

I-134 form is evidence of financial support,

Tax return with W2 or tax transcript shows income. Either one is the supporting document to I-134

So yes I-134 along with its supporting documents are needed at the interview stage.

19 minutes ago, Jordanian Bride said:

I know that's a stupid question, but just to be safe... from what I understand I-864 is king. But if we qualify for I-864EZ, should we use that form alone or accompany it with the I-864?

No need for both. Use I-864EZ if you qualify for it. 

Don't forget to change the address where your green card will be sent.

You don't want it going to his address.

I believe you will be asked if that is where you want your green card to go at the airport

While I don't think 3 to 4 weeks is an issue, if you are worried about time spent outside the country, factor that time in your eligibility date for your comfort.

And you will have that covered.

1 hour ago, Kaylgirl said:

Hello, my fiance are getting ready to submit our I-129F petition. I am aware we must get married upon his entry to the United States. I was under the impression that once we get married he can stay in the US with me. However, I just read that the Adjustment of Status can take 4-6 months so does that mean he has to go back to Australia after marriage? If this is the case I am very worried about wait times to be together.

I am going to be in Australia in August. Should we just get married and do the spousal visa then? Would that be quicker? Anything helps. Thanks.

If he comes in on a K1 visa, you have to get married within 90 days, then file AOS. During that time he gets to stay in the US. See the list of things that follows the k1 option as provided by @Crazy Cat above

7 hours ago, CadeMcNown said:

Yeah we had no idea it was even a risk. We did 89 days actually just to be a little safe with the math. I understand many have applied like us with no issue. I think we just got a bad agent. I would definitely recommend not taking the risk unless you really are in a hurry. We are now delayed by a year trying to save a few months, not to mention the added expenses. Now the consideration is whether to contest at a hearing or apply again. We will contact a lawyer as it seems an uncommon case, and I'm sure they can tell us whether it's worth pursuing.

As has already been stated, a contest will likely take longer then refiling.

There is also the cost depending on if you have a lawyer file it for you.

This is messed up.

I normally usually would have said file about a week inside the 90 window.

Now I think especially for those who travel outside the country, we have to count all those days carefully.

Messed up.

DNA testing is done when requested for by the embassy not before.

I have not heard of USCIS or NVC asking for DNA testing if the beneficiary is outside the country.

Also trying to time immigration process is practically impossible these days

Try a few hours later or the next day.

I would not recommend getting any USCIS forms from anywhere but USCIS forms site.

Forms from other sites might be expired.

I just tries and was able to get to the form.

Try another browser, incognito browsing or a different computer

Greencard number is called "registration number' on the visa that was pasted in your passport if you came in on an I-130

15 minutes ago, Rahuleshaa87 said:

Hello,

I had an issue regarding the expiration of i693 form.This current form expires on 03/31/22.Is there a new version available.I need the form to be submited in april 2022.Would the form expiring on 03/31/22 be valid for submitting in april ?

There is always an overlay in validity of the old version whenever a new form is released. Can't recall the how long the old version is valid after the release of the new one. Am guessing at least 2 to 6 months at least.

Also if a new version is not out, the old one remains valid.

If you are submitting in April, the current form will still be valid.

Checkout i-134 form. it expired 02/28/2021 but that is the most recent version so it is still valid. 

42 minutes ago, Kor2USA said:

Seeing your child 6 months every year might not be possible. How would you support yourself in the US?  (you cannot work there while you visit). 

If you want to have a relationship with your child make sure your name is on the birth certificate. You might want to consult a family lawyer versed in international custody agreements.  

Personally not sure you want to go the custody route especially because you are outside of the country. It will get very expensive and time consuming. This will be about my last option.

All she has to do is move and each time and the process slows down. Worse if she moves to a different state.

Talk to your girlfriend first. If she is open to working something out with you. It will be on nicer terms likely in her favor, without the fights and hopefully a future if you guys are so inclined.