Half an Orange

On 4/12/2025 at 4:28 PM, Ontarkie said:

you mentioned getting the HepB shot. Did he get any part of the HepB vaccine for his medical? if you are waiting to start the AOS because he needs the next shot, check his vaccine transcript to see what the medical says. If it is complete you do not need to wait and see a CS. 

Yes, thanks to everyone's help I realize now he got all of his requirements in. I truly thought we had to get the next does before we could proceed. Now I know! Thank you guys so much!

On 4/12/2025 at 4:47 PM, Edward and Jaycel said:

 

The question is, on his DS-3025 form he should have received from the immigrant medical provider, was he provided a blanket waiver code for the Hep-B vaccine for "Insufficient time to complete series" (Blanket Waiver Legend "B") and on the back of the form was the box checked that says, "K Visa applicant voluntarily completed vaccine requirements" ? If so, he does not need a new medical exam from a civil surgeon.

I'm looking right now and his DS3025 does indeed have a "B" marked on both his Hep B and Td vaccine. Also it's checked next to "K1 applicant voluntarily completed vaccination requirements" So that means he doesn't need the I-693 at all? I simply include the DS-3025 with his application and leave it at that? I'm so frustrated with myself that I thought we had to put in the wait to get in to see his Dr for his completed vaccine. But luckily we can get it sent in much sooner now! Thank you SO MUCH for your help!

3 minutes ago, Edward and Jaycel said:

 

The question is, on his DS-3025 form he should have received from the immigrant medical provider, was he provided a blanket waiver code for the Hep-B vaccine for "Insufficient time to complete series" (Blanket Waiver Legend "B") and on the back of the form was the box checked that says, "K Visa applicant voluntarily completed vaccine requirements" ? If so, he does not need a new medical exam from a civil surgeon.

I seem to remember it mentioning something about him voluntarily completing the requirements but I'm going to have to check when I get home. Even if he doesn't need a new medical exam, the civil surgeon will still have to fill out the vaccination portion though, correct?

4 minutes ago, Ontarkie said:

you mentioned getting the HepB shot. Did he get any part of the HepB vaccine for his medical? if you are waiting to start the AOS because he needs the next shot, check his vaccine transcript to see what the medical says. If it is complete you do not need to wait and see a CS. 

That accounts for some of the wait, unfortunately. He got the first part of his Hep B series in the UK and was told to get the rest here. However, he couldn't get the same brand that they used in the UK and we checked a lot of places. So the doctor recommended he start the process over. Instead of paying $400 out-of-pocket for the series we were able to get it through his insurance. To make a long story short, we had to wait to get in to see his doctor then wait another month to have his last shot (which he will be receiving on April 14th). Then, aside from having the civil surgeon complete their part, everything is ready to be filed.

1 minute ago, Crazy Cat said:

Great.  Be aware that it could take a month or more just to get evidence that he has submitted a proper I-485.  Good Luck.

Understood. We will work as quickly as we can! Thank you very much.

5 minutes ago, Crazy Cat said:

I would submit a proper I-485 as soon as possible.  This administration isn't playing around.  Your spouse is deportable right now.  There is no benefit in a delay.  He cannot get a Green Card, he cannot apply to work legally, and he cannot start the clock for citizenship until he is a legal resident.

A simple interaction with any law enforcement could create a catastrophe. 

I understand and we are very aware that this is a possibility. We are working on getting it done as fast as we can. Thank you.

35 minutes ago, Edward and Jaycel said:

Since he entered on a valid visa which included biometrics at the embassy interview stage and likely at his Port of Entry inspection, he is considered registered

This was our thought too but we wanted to hear people's thoughts here. Thank you.

12 minutes ago, Dashinka said:

I would focus on getting your AOS package in ASAP.  I don’t think that ruling applies here, that would be more for those that entered the U.S. without inspection.

 

Good Luck!

We were hoping that was the case. We should be able to get the AOS application in within the next two to four weeks. We just wanted to make sure that our AOS chances wouldn't be ruined because we hadn't registered between now and then if it was required.

My husband came to America in October 2024 on a K1 visa. We married in November. He went "Out of Status" in January and we are working on applying for his Adjustment of Status. We weren't able to file before January but have most of the application complete aside from the I-693 because we have to get his HepB shot and see a civil surgeon.

This may be a silly question but I'm just hoping for a bit of reassurance because we're very anxious. A federal judge is allowing the current administration to move forward with a requirement for illegal immigrants to register with the federal government and carry documentation. We're both worried that his "Out of Status" classification means that he is here illegally and will be required to register.

I'm hoping you all might be able to explain how this works and where my husband would fall into it, if at all. And of course, we're working on getting his AOS application completed ASAP!

Thank you so much for any help you might be able to give us.

1 hour ago, ScarletWitch6x said:

I think you can probably schedule your interview for whenever then and try and get the medical completed at least 5 days before  I think Visamedicals has been good about fitting people in!

I'm glad to hear that! I'm hoping we won't have to schedule them too far out! 

@ScarletWitch6x @summer4042 

Here is the letter he received. Sorry the edges are a little blurry 

5 minutes ago, ScarletWitch6x said:

Nothing yet and no case number from the NVC quite yet. We got our NOA2 on June 10th!

 

Did the embassy set the appointment for you? Do you know roughly when they are setting appointments for?

 

I am SO excited for you!!  

I hope they get to your case soon. It's nerve-wracking having to wait. 

The embassy didn't schedule his appointment. The letter stated that he should attend his medical exam first /then/ make an appointment for the interview. That's not how I have understood it to be done from other people here on VJ but those were the instructions in the letter.

2 minutes ago, summer4042 said:

@trisha_h That’s wonderful and makes me feel very hopeful! Was this letter recieved in the mail? We haven’t gotten anything yet, but the mail hasn’t come yet. I’m praying we will hear back very soon! I’m happy for you both!

Yes, he got a letter in the post. It was just very simple with instructions on the next steps. I hope you get yours soon! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you!

3 hours ago, summer4042 said:

@ScarletWitch6x @trisha_h Have yall had any updates? 

My fiance just got his letter from the London embassy today! He's going to schedule his medical on Monday. It was just over 8 weeks from our NOA2 to getting this letter. Have you heard anything yet?

@ScarletWitch6xTHank you SO much for this. I'm in the exact same position it seems as @summer4042, waiting for the NVC to send our petition to London. Got my NOA2 on May 13th and my case was finally marked as ready on June 24th. I've been really stressed and unsure and this reassured me that everything is going normally. Hoping my fiance will get his embassy letter in the coming week!

Just now, Crazy Cat said:

You can't use a USCIS receipt number for CEAC.  You must use the DOS case number from NVC. 

I see. I suspected that was the case but gave it a try anyway. Unfortunately I don't have a case number from them yet. I'll fill out the public enquiry form from above and try to be patient!

8 minutes ago, appleblossom said:

 

Have you tried putting that number in to immigrant rather than non-immigrant?

 

But for NVC, use the enquiry form - https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/ask-nvc.html

 

Good luck. 

Just tried putting the USCIS receipt # in the immigrant visa search and it said "Your search did not return any data." 

I will go ahead and fill out the NVC form. Thanks so much for the link!

Two weeks ago I got the NOA2 for my I-129F application. I just tried to call the NVC (phone # on this site is given as 603 334-0700) to see if they had received my application. Unfortunately they have closed this line down. 

The recorded message sent me to nvc.state.gov. On that website there is an announcement that says this

"Answers to many common questions can be found using our self-service tools. Please log into https://ceac.state.gov for your most current case status and for a list of any documents you are required to submit."

When I use that link, I assumed I could find what I needed under "Check my Visa application status" under "Non-immigrant" Unfortunately the only case number I have is the USCIS receipt Number (WAC***) but that appears to be wrong. 

I'm not really sure what to do at this point so if someone could point me in the right direction it would be much appreciated!

I'm still fairly new to all of this, but if there is one thing I've learned from everyone here on VJ, it's to be completely honest. As far as I know you're not doing anything illegal and it's how you make your living, so there's no way to avoid it. I think your best bet is to be completely open and honest about it, and if someone is uncomfortable about the images, that's on them! Good luck!!

From what I've seen in the forums here that's a pretty typical wait time. Every case is different. If you're truly worried you could call the USCIS Customer Service line but at only 10 days I suspect they're going to tell you just to be patient. Unfortunately, things move slowly with immigration. Sorry, I wish I could put your mind at ease! Good luck!

K1 guide gives a 2-3 week wait time. It can take longer though from what I've seen in the forums. 

You'll get it! Don't panic. You're still well within the time frame for it! Let me know when it does arrive though! 

I did get a text. I sent my application on February 6th, they received it in TX on the 8th and I got a text notification on the 13th. I just received the actual receipt of it in the mail yesterday (Feb. 20th)

Now that I think about it, Monday was a holiday so offices were probably closed!

2 minutes ago, millie1991 said:

Yes, filled out the G-1445 and attached to the front so hoped to get a text - have seen lots of people who sent theirs after us and already have a text so I’m starting to get pretty panicked. 

Try not to compare your case to others! Easier said than done, I know. But it'll only add to your stress. You'll get your notice just give it a bit more time!

It can take anywhere from 2 to 3 weeks to get the NOA1. I've seen some folks here on VJ take a bit longer. You were able to verify it arrived so that's good! Now you just have to wait. I know it's stressful! I'm just starting the process myself!

Did you fill out the G-1145 (E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance - link below!) and attach it to the front of your application? They'll send you a text and/or email once they've received it. If you didn't, don't worry, you'll get the NOA1 through the mail, it'll just take a bit longer!

https://www.uscis.gov/g-1145

37 minutes ago, Crazy Cat said:

The processing times are pretty close.

 

Every couple has their own priorities, and each couple must decide which visa is better for their situation.

K-1 
  More expensive than CR-1
  Requires Adjustment of Status after marriage (expensive and requires a lot of paperwork)
  Spouse can not leave the US until she/he receives approved Advance Parole (approx 3-8 months) 
  Spouse can not work until she/he receives EAD (approx 3-8 months) 
  Some people have had problems with driver licenses, Social Security cards, leases, bank account during this period 
  Spouse will not receive Green Card for many months after Adjustment of Status is filed.
  A K-1 might be a better choice when 18-21 year old children are immigrating also
  In some situations, marriage can affect certain Home country benefits, making a K-1 a better choice 
  A denied K-1 is sent back to USCIS to expire
  K-1 entrant cannot file for citizenship until after having Green Card for 3 years.
  Once an I-129F has been approved, delaying the case is difficult to impossible if the need arises.

CR-1/IR-1
  Less expensive than K-1 
  No Adjustment of Status(I-485, I-131, I-765) required. 
  Spouse can immediately travel outside the US 
  Spouse is authorized to work immediately upon arrival. 
  Spouse receives Social Security Card and Green Card within 2 or 3 weeks after entering the US 
  Opening a bank account, getting a driver's license, etc. are very easily accomplished with GC, SS card, and passport.
  Spouse has legal permanent Resident status IMMEDIATELY upon entry to US.
  The clock for citizenship filing starts immediately upon entry to the US.
  A CR-1/IR-1 case can be delayed indefinitely at NVC if the need arises. 
   

 

That's true! Thank you for listing the pros and cons as well!