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And proper English chocolate. I've come to learn, through one of his masterpieces, that OP doesn't like Hersheys (can you blame them?)

So I had a somehow similar situation. Just to add to some context to mine: We moved from WV to OH in August 2021. I even filed my ROC with my new address, got official USCIS notices, etc. I also filed AR-11 for change of address. Come February 2023 I applied for N400 and they sent me to WV for my biometrics. Meanwhile, I have an ASC that's not even 20' away from my home. My original appointment was Febr 23rd. I just took a walk in on Feb 4th in my ASC, and not only did they allow me to do biometrics, but they also explained to me the following: During the pandemic, some ASC or field offices were closed, and they routed those cases to nearby offices. Even though their offices are fully operational now, USCIS headquarters hasn't picked up on this and they still send applicants to far away places. It might be your case. Your parents might not be able to do a walk in, though, since it's an interview. I'm just trying to provide you with a possible explanation. I called USCIS prior to attempting a walk- in and the lady said "no, don't attempt a walk in, we will get you scheduled for one in the next 30 days". I am glad I didnt listen to her, as they never called me and I am already a USC. So whatever you do, do not reschedule!

Not working on a regular basis does not mean he doesn’t have to report. Has he talked to a CPA?

Go with Hacking. Do not let them win.

What was the reason for not filing?

Pues es que tiene que ser un error. Vos anda lo mismo a la cita, no sea cosa que esté abierta… pero dudo mucho !

He doesn't need to live with you. Actually him being in the US is better because, for the spousal visa, he would have to prove he's living in the US. With a K1, you also have to adjust your status later on. And while you adjust status you will not be able to leave the US or work. Are you ready to be "locked in" for 6-12 months?

I was in your exact same spot last summer. Only difference being I was in Columbus. I purchased my tickets July 7th to fly on the 16th and I kept my trip short (two weeks). On my 40th birthday, July 12th, I found out I was scheduled for my N400 interview, which was on August 29th. So roughly about 45ish days, give or take. It all worked out perfectly.

The person you talked to is awfully wrong and you shouldn't be taking any more immigration advice from them. This person suggested to do biometrics while she's in the US. Do they think biometrics is just a walk-in you can do any day? Nope. The biometric appointment set up by USCIS once you submit the AOS package. And once you submit the package, she can't leave the US because her process will be deemed abandoned. I STRONGLY suggest you and your fiancee both sign up for an account here, and read about the process.

Did you mean DV? If so, no, you don't need to interrupt the other petition. The two of them can coexist. Additionally, have you though of getting married and filing for a spousal visa instead? Paging @Crazy Cat about pros and cons of each.

Your list looks very comprehensive to me. I included ALL bank statements from for the previous two years. Don't be me. It was an overkill. Just do quarterly bank statements and you will be fine.

I think maybe there's a misunderstanding. You will need proof of domicile in the US. Bank accounts, retirement accounts, health insurance, do not prove that. A lease/ property title does. A driver's license with a US address might help too. A job contract does. The CO might request to see evidence that you are either already living in the US, or that you have solid, concrete plans to move by a certain date. It is also advisable that you move either before or with your spouse (do not have the beneficiary come first on their own)

That's not enough. You have to prove that you are either living or planning to live in the US. The reason why is because they want to avoid giving residency to people that will just visit from time to time. Also, filing taxes is your obligation as a USC. It has nothing to do with living in the US. A lease, a library card, open and active bank accounts are things you should have if you plan on living in the US. When you do plan on moving to the US?

I do not know the answers to your questions, but I do know that for the I-130 you will, at some point, need to show them that you're either living or intend to live in the US. Have you considered using this opportunity to do so?

Mine took about two weeks. But you just sent it on a holiday, so it might take longer.

Online updates are BS. As long as your case is straightforward, there is nothing you can do right now.

Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it imho

Start by going to the county's courthouse of where the incidents happened. Also, if you paid them online, see if there's a webpage you can access to get the records. Or maybe see if you kept receipts on your email.

Columbus, Ohio Interview August 30th. Oath ceremony notification: the next day Oath ceremony: Sept 19th.

You will also have to prove domicile in the US later on, so chances are you have to come earlier than your family and get a lease, open a bank account, get a drivers license, etc. All thing that prove that you are living in the US. Also, you either come before or together with your husband and kids (they can't come before you)

Here you go:

Why wouldn't the person be able to bring it? Do they owe taxes? I made a post about my interview experience with the civics test. I will see if I can find it. It's not speaking and writing. It's reading and writing. They ask you to read aloud a question, and then you have to write the answer they tell you to.

Zero issues. And that was not the only information I had to correct.

I have seen so many of these cases whereby the total marriages are wrong (myself included!) that I am thinking it might be a glitch in the system. Two options: either you proceed online and clarify at the interview (I did that, but that's because I didn't realize this mistake until the day prior to the interview) or you file by paper.

I came twice... Once around 2,5 hrs in and the other some time later...