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  1. smilingstone
    Doesn't sound like you need a lawyer at all.
  2.    mam521 reacted to a post in a topic: TURKISH FIANCEE OF AMERICAN CITIZEN AND K-1 APPLICATION WITH IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY
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  4. smilingstone
    How long have you been together? How did you meet, and how many times have you met in person? Is there a large age gap? Do both of your families know and are accepting of your relationship? These are just a few questions to establish if your relationship has any red flags. Most couples do not require a lawyer to complete this process and do it all themselves. Many times, lawyers will actually cause problems in your application by filling out forms incorrectly or not responding to RFEs properly or promptly. There is plenty of information available online to find out what the process entails. You and your fiance should both educate yourselves on this in advance of applying so you are fully aware of the financial and time implications.
  5.    Crazy Cat reacted to a post in a topic: Questions regarding name change
  6. smilingstone
    In my experience, it was easy to get SSN before marriage, but I wasn't able to do the name change on the SSN after marriage before getting my EAD.
  7. smilingstone
    My thought is, does the store name even indicate that it sells cannabis? Beneficiaries have to list employment history, but I do wonder how thorough they are in looking into this info. As a K1, I wouldn't think employment history bares much scrutiny, and it's more so for forming an overall impression on your character? Only my guess though. From what I read though, it seems they care more about people entering the US who currently work in the industry. Any accounts I came across of people being refused were because they were here to visit cannabis farms for business. I think it's hard to say if you'll face difficulty. On the one hand, it was a legal job in that country, on the other hand I can see a US official labelling it as drug trafficking.
  8. smilingstone
    From what I've seen on here, they will interview you but you will be refused and left to wait out the ban.
  9.    smilingstone reacted to a post in a topic: Finally a (Conditional) Lawful Permanent Resident! K-1 Visa to LPR
  10. smilingstone
    Even for a 2 week trip I went loaded with employment contract, lease agreement, bank statement, etc. I was asked one time who I was visiting (fiancé at time) and then about my employment. I was let in but if I wasn't able to evidence strong ties to my home country, it may have been another story. You really need to show a reason to return. If it's not a job, what else is there? Do you rent or own property? Do you have any pets registered at a local vet? Any big events, like a wedding, you're invited to attend? Some things might seem weak, but it's better than nothing. You kind of need to go assuming you will be refused, so how can you convince them otherwise? No hard rule on money. I was never asked about it, but for 2 weeks I'd take about 600 USD cash and have some credit cards. I believe it can look suspect if you try to enter with a large amount of money. It might look like you are going to be funding a life, not tourism. Youve already done a fairly long trip, so if it were me, especially if you are engaged with K1 or spousal on the horizon, I would be changing it to a shorter trip. Either 30 days again, or less. Also a very good point about your partner going to EU to see you instead.
  11.    appleblossom reacted to a post in a topic: ESTA help with minor criminal conviction
  12. smilingstone
    In theory, the expiry date could pass before USCIS even open your packet, so it isn't anything to worry about. They will do their own checks. Now I think about it, I only learnt about the expiry date a few months ago, so likely submitted outdated I94 at some point in my own journey. Woops!
  13. smilingstone
    Do you get the opportunity to disclose on an ESTA application? I can't recall from when I did it, or maybe it comes after submitting and they want more info? If not, though, I just think it would be a shame to say yes to a question that arguably does not apply, as I have a hunch answering yes to certain questions results in automatic denial without human review. Just my opinion though, based on my own experience and interpretation of the question. Some would say I was wrong for doing so, some would see no issue. As @appleblossom advised, if OP wants to be really covered, they should consult a lawyer.
  14. smilingstone
    Agreed. Wording is rather specific on ESTA application. Myself, I had previous shoplifting charge, did not answer yes to that question as the shoplifting did not result in any damage to property, serious or not, government or not. Had no issues getting ESTA and using it for multiple trips. K1 and AOS, however, are different and ask if you have been convicted of any crime, at any time, anywhere. Obviously for this the answer would be YES. To OP, I wouldn't worry about it. On visa applications (not ESTA) you have ample opportunity to explain your conviction. Being detailed and emphasising that it was unpaid public transport. I would even disclose the amount, which is what, 2 or 3 quid? USCIS isn't going to care about that, but what they will care about is if you don't disclose it when you need to.
  15.    OldUser reacted to a post in a topic: Officer approved the visa at the interview but now it says refused- Almaty Consulate
  16.    smilingstone reacted to a post in a topic: ESTA help with minor criminal conviction
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  21.    mam521 reacted to a post in a topic: Officer approved the visa at the interview but now it says refused- Almaty Consulate
  22. smilingstone
    Refused doesn't mean denied. They're just doing additional checks. No knowing how long it will take.
  23. smilingstone
    You need to obtain an address yourself. Are you going to arrive on a DV without a place to live?
  24. smilingstone
    K1s typically schedule things themselves.
  25. smilingstone
    There is no visa that will take less than 6 months to obtain AND allow you to stay for 9+ months.
  26.    smilingstone reacted to a post in a topic: Withdraw k1 application and submit marriage visa application
  27. smilingstone
    I'd say 100% given that you provided your husbands passport and not your FIL's.
  28. smilingstone
    It can depend on visa type. For some they will schedule your interview, for others they won't. As for the packet, sometimes they don't arrive in good time, if at all. Probably best to figure out what the next steps are yourself, knowing your visa category, and go from there. If you are able to schedule things yourself, there's no harm in doing so.
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