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1 minute ago, Timona said:

Apples and oranges...Basically,  one doesn't affect the other 

Okay cool! Good to know. Thanks!

Hi, quick question! I’m currently holding a permanent residency in Canada and my card expires in 2years. I’m in the process of adjustment of status here in US. I’m wondering if I need to cancel my Canadian permanent residency to get the green card or just wait for the Canadian PR expires? I’m just not sure if having a permanent residency in a different country will affect getting the green card here in US or it doesn’t really matter. 

Thank you!

Hi, is there a difference between I-797 and I-797C? We only received the I-797C from my K1 visa petition. Just wondering since the instructions for AOS app asks for the I-797 which we didn't receive. Can I submit the I-797C for my AOS?

Should we write two checks separately for filing fee and biometrics fee or we can just add up the fees together in one check?

1 hour ago, NicoleM said:

Is your current SSN in the name you want to use? If its in your maiden name and you want change your last name (which is done by applying for AOS in married name), check yes and they will send you a new SSN card in married name. 
 

or did you already get SSN in married name? I was under the impression that you can't do that until EAD approval, which is done in married name if you applied for it with your married name, but maybe i'm mistaken

I applied and got my SSN after I got married. So the name on my SSN is already my married name. And yes, you may apply for SSN before EAD gets approved

23 hours ago, NicoleM said:

If you changed your last name via AOS i believe you check yes so they will send you a new card (same number) but SSN will have your married name. That's my understanding at least (mine is still pending) but I also already have SSN, but in maiden name

I applied for SSN after we got married so I guess i’ll check “no”?

4 minutes ago, Letspaintcookies said:

You pick no since you don't want them to issue you a card.

okay thank you for the clarification!😁

5 minutes ago, ineedadisplayname said:

Enter your SSN in 13b and check no for 14

thank you! 😁 just wanted to make sure I check the right box 

Hi everyone! Does anyone know what should I pick on number 14? I already got my SSN so should I choose "No" or leave it blank?

1 minute ago, rveenhof said:

It only took a week?! Wow that’s crazy! I got a 221g and I’m on week 5 of waiting. 😓

Oh, no! I waited about a month too from when I got the 221 g letter. Sorry to hear that! Hope it comes sooner!

47 minutes ago, rveenhof said:

Have you heard back yet?!

Yes! I got my visa after more than one week after posting this

8 hours ago, Pitaya said:

Also fill-out and print SS-5 prior to going to the SSA office. https://www.ssa.gov/forms/

 

Consider reviewing the VJ K1 Flowchart, https://www.visajourney.com/content/k1flow/ . The timeline is not accurate, but the scheme of events is still useful.

 

Good luck on your immigration journey.

Thanks so much for this!

Thank you everyone!

When is the best time to apply for SSN? Can i apply after a week of landing to the US?

We finally got our visa! Just wondering if there's any other legal documents that I should bring than my passport with the k1 visa and k1 visa packet when I fly to the US?

4 hours ago, Sunfl0wer said:

I am in your same situation so would love to know when you hear anything! Thank you!

Sorry about that  it's really so frustrating! Checked my visa status and the case was last updated on Oct 22 under administrative processing. I hope to hear from them very soon! Will keep you posted 

On 10/20/2019 at 8:26 PM, Greenbaum said:

No one can say for sure. Follow the progress on ceac.state.gov and use your DS=160 confirmation number for faster searching. When your status changes to non=immigrant from immigrant you are getting close. AND, yes sending the passport is a good sign. More patience.

Thank you! Hope to hear back from them soon

Hi, 

I had my k1 visa interview in Montreal on Oct 2, 2019. I received a 221 g letter from the consular officer and was asked to send them a fingerprint-based Canadian police certificate for purpose of immigration based on privacy act and my passport. I sent them those documents on Oct 17 and they received it on Oct 18, 2019.

Does anyone know how long it takes for them to process this kind of case? Also is there a high chance that i will get the visa after they process our case since they asked for my passport?

Please and thank you!