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How early do I start preparing for Ds260 & I864
JD2 replied to yuyul's topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures
Go ahead and get ready. I remember when I did my wife's process, the limiting step was the PCC. I wish I had told her to get it earlier since it is valid for 2 years (or was when we did it). That way we could have submitted everything on the very first day rather than waiting for her PCC to come in the mail. What's wrong with filing an extension? I did an extension and it was fine. You just submit a copy of your IRS Form 4868 and the previous year's transcript. I submitted the previous 3 years just to be safe. -
USA to UK immigration website like this one?
JD2 replied to hakkikt's topic in Emigrating Outside the US
I'm a dual citizen of US and UK by birth. My wife came from India to US on a CR-1. We thought of getting her a re-entry permit and going to live in the UK for a few years. But, we held off until she's a US citizen and not sure if we will at all now. But, I found several Facebook groups to be very helpful. There are things that are easier and things that are harder compared to US immigration. It's also much faster and you can pay for premium processing. Search for Facebook groups and you'll find a wealth of knowledge and people quick to help. -
I only meant that as a side benefit. I think affidavits can be helpful if they come off as genuine and corroborate other evidence. At our I-751 interview, the officer focused most of her time on our affidavit from our interior designer, asking us about various projects we did at our house. It wasn't in a probing way but in a curious way and she told us about things she has done to her house.
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I really liked our Affidavits. I enjoyed reading my friends, family and associates writing about us. It was very touching and I kept copies of them all. You should put out a request and see what you get back. Some of your friends/family may be really good writers; you never know. Also, I tried to focus on affidavits that would corroborate other evidence. e.g. an affidavit of someone who is also in photos with you and spouse. or, I included an affidavit from our interior designer and she described the projects we did at our residence, that corroborated that we actually lived together at our address and it matched the address listed on both of our driver's licenses.
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What to bring for document check in
JD2 replied to Jackhouser18's topic in Bringing Family Members of US Citizens to America
I would take originals and copies of everything submitted to NVC. It'd be really unfortunate if you show up to an interview and you don't get the visa because of a document missing. If you can't find the I-864, make an updated one. With up to date financials and tax transcripts. -
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I get that but she wants to do it for several reasons including filing for parents.
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Does undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy for a stage 2 brain tumor qualify for a N-648 approval? English is the immigrant's first language but worried about side effects of the treatments and disease itself affecting the ability to pass the test. The tumor is near the speech area of the brain which is why they could not operate.
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So all the spouse visa beneficiaries who come with their kids, the USC separately petitions for their new stepchildren?
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Maybe a dumb question: could the husband have been a derivative on the IR-5? I know it's too late now but just curious
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Reddit user posted 1 year visa timeline
JD2 replied to Buddy Lee's topic in K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports
I filed a I-129F for a K-3 for my spouse. Our I-130 was approved in 2 months and our CR-1 was in hand within a year (filed I-130 in Jan got visa in Dec.). This was in 2021 in the middle of covid. In India. My cousins who married before Covid waited 1.5 years for their wives. My brother had similar results as me and he filed a month after me (although his wife from UK so not as impressive). Now, the interesting part IMO is our I-751s were freakishly fast too. So was it the K-3? or is it just something else about certain cases like maybe all the background check items are coincidentally completely clear so the officers are able to quickly approve? -
I just found this: "My immigrant visa expired before I was able to travel to the United States. What should I do? You should contact the Immigrant Visa Unit of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate that issued your visa. You do not need to file a new petition with USCIS, but you may need to submit a new application (DS-260) and pay another immigrant visa application processing fee. In addition, you may need to submit new supporting documents, such as a new medical examination and police certificate. Please be prepared to return your unused, expired visa and visa package (if applicable). Requests to reissue or replace visas are considered on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants are required to re-establish their eligibility; there is no guarantee that you will receive a new visa." https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/national-visa-center/immigrant-visas-processing-general-faqs.html#NQ
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Let's say the IR-1 expires, what is the process? Would the I-130 still be good?
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I would apply for a re-entry permit as well. You can pick up the re-entry permit in home country. You just have to do biometrics in the USA before you leave. I think you'll need roughly a month in USA.
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What is the best process for me?
JD2 replied to blackviking's topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures
I was going to suggest consular processing but the wait times for Accra are more than 2 years just for an interview after DQ. You are in a tough spot. I usually suggest consular processing but in your case AOS may be better but you better get all your ducks in a row and submit a really strong case. Make sure you have proof you intended to go back on your visitor visa, proof you attended that conference, return tickets, your life back home, etc. -
N400 (3yr route) and Maritial Union Question
JD2 replied to shefuk1's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
I was referring to the other person but also in the OPs case, the petitioner moved. So they were apart and had different addresses. -
N400 (3yr route) and Maritial Union Question
JD2 replied to shefuk1's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
I don't think short trips like that would break marital union. Your residence is still your home address. -
N400 (3yr route) and Maritial Union Question
JD2 replied to shefuk1's topic in US Citizenship General Discussion
I'm eager for my spouse to apply too. But we are going to wait. We have no time lived together before arriving on CR-1 so you're in a better position than us. But, is 90 days worth a potential denial? -
If you need a joint account, open one, but it won't matter much. I opened one with my wife when she only had a B1/B2. Many banks allow it without an SSN and you may even have an ITIN so it should be easier for you. I really prefer paper filing. It's just easier for me to print stuff out rather than format PDFs.
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I think you should follow the instructions. So yes, file the AR-11 better late than never.
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Lots of gen pop are building multi-gen houses now due to cost of child care and elder care. No longer weird.