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25 minutes ago, vgomezcoll said:

Hey! We are filling up the form with my girlfriend, she is from TX and I’m from Argentina. The thing is that I lived for 2 years in the US while I was studying over there with an F1 visa, so the question is, should we add the different dorms where I lived at to my (beneficiary) address history?? 

Yes. Instructions are quite clear 

13 minutes ago, jerondasonko said:

it's an cashier check sorry not a money order I was told the check is still valid because no case was created or filed yet so im wondering should i submit the stamp cashier check with another one for the difference to cover the new filing fee since my cashier check is for the old fee 

I suppose it would work but they probably prefer one check. I would see about getting replacement from the bank as it hasn't been cashed. In the future just write personal checks as it is easier to track and write a replacement if necessary 

56 minutes ago, RIchard83 said:

Hi - I have a valid ESTA and travelled to the US from the UK last summer for a 4 week holiday, whilst in the early stages of the IR1 application. At that time we were told travel was fine providing we had proof of UK residence - i.e. mortgage statement. This year we are planning on the same trip in June but are at the DQ stage and waiting for Interview appointment at the London Embassy. Does anyone know if I can still travel on my ESTA if we cannot get an appointment before we are planning on going? All the information I have seen suggests that I do not travel until everything is all approved. 

 

Thanks in advance

You can travel. Each entry is at the discretion of US CBP 

28 minutes ago, jerondasonko said:

Thanks, So i can resend the 1st money order that they stamped and just get a second money order for the difference to cover the new fee will they accept two money orders to cover the cost?

I would get a new money order or cashier check. Or submit a personal check. That way it's easier to track 

1 hour ago, leignot said:

 

Even though there's more evidence needed? It seems like the 3 year applications may be under more scrutiny. 

I think since you have been a Green Card holder for enough time it might be easier under 5 years rule but if there are no issues with your relationship then apply under 3 years. Be done with uscis 😁

8 minutes ago, leignot said:

 

Several trips but only a few days at a time. Still happily married.

I say go ahead and apply under 3 years rule. 

9 minutes ago, leignot said:

 

Several trips but only a few days at a time. Still happily married.

Go for 3 years rule don't think it would matter since you have been a Green Card holder for enough time 

25 minutes ago, leignot said:

I am a current GC holder by marriage. I received my GC in 2015, and ROC in 2018. I am finally getting around to applying for citizenship. I have started an application on the USCIS website, and I selected 3 year rule since I received my GC through marriage. But looking through this forum it seems like I can choose between the 3 and 5 year rules. Is one better/easier than the other? My application is not submitted yet, but I've already uploaded evidence for our marriage. Would it look suspicious if I changed it to a 5 year and deleted my uploads?  

Any trips outside the US for more than 6 months? Are you still married or divorced?

28 minutes ago, Elderflower3623 said:

Hello, we recently received an update on our I-129F case saying the following " your case was sent to the Department of State for visa processing. You can find general information on Consular Processing by visiting our website at www.uscis.gov . The website will provide information on what to do next, who to contact, and how to inform us of any changes in your situation or address."

 

So what does this actually mean, is it approved? Hence it is sent for visa processing? We thought it would say one of the three Approved/Rejected or Denial. 

Isn't it suppose to be sent to NVC? 

What are we to do next? and what should we expect in the next coming weeks/months? 

 

Thank you~ 

 

Please update your timelines. If you got NOA2 the petition was approved and sent the petition for processing at nvc who will in turn forward the case to the embassy. Start bugging the nvc for the case number in a couple of weeks so you can schedule interview and medical. 

2 hours ago, ToNhi said:

Hi, 

I am currently in the midst of compiling evidence to bring to the future consulate interview and was wondering what the top pieces of evidence are for the Ho Chi Minh City Consulate/Embassy. I know the Consulate Officer usually only has about ~5 minutes to review everything prior to interviewing, and I only included photographs (non-dated) and proof of meeting (scanned passport pages), flight itineraries (2 trips made so far), scanned copies of boarding passes in my I-129F packet, and plan to bring more evidence to the future interview. I also plan to make one more trip sometime by the end of this year/Tet next year before the interview. 

We had a Dinh Hon (engagement party) so I think I will bring loose photos of that, we traveled to Thailand after our Dinh Hon/Engagement (tour package itinerary), and we have a TON of chat messages and call logs with one another on Facebook Messenger and on Zalo (Vietnamese messaging app). I'm Vietnamese-American and my Fiancee doesn't speak a lick of English, so will she have a hard time with the CO? If our messages to one another are primary in Vietnamese, should I also provide English Translations as well (not sure if they would need to be certified translations). I am not entirely sure what other proofs of relationship will be good to bring along to the future interview. 

Thank you so much! 

- Tony 

You may already be considered married in the view of the embassy rendering the k1 void. Not sure of this particular embassy but others have considered an engagement party as already married. 

1 hour ago, kbsdk said:

Hey All!

 

We just got our NOA2 approval (woo!). I do have a question about later on steps. My fiancee is unable to stay in the country after our 90 days (ailing relative that needs care in home country), is it still possible to file for Adjustment of Status and have her wait in her home country rather than in the US? Otherwise would we just have to file for the marriage green card? I ask because the processing times are so much shorter with the former. Hopefully this isn't too dumb of a question.

Thank you!

 

 

You must be present in the US to file and remain in the US until advance parole is approved. If you were to marry now then the K1 is void 

8 minutes ago, EstambulPR said:

NO! I would not do that to you guys.🤪

Ok very good. Wow very good news regarding the processing speed. 

1 hour ago, EstambulPR said:

I wanted to share this for those of you that have been asking "how long until x...". Our AOS package had a priority date of 2/22/24 and we received an RFE a few days later, on 2/29. I sent the RFE response (an entirely new Affidavit of Support package) on 3/12 and afterwards checked the online account for updates on a daily basis. Even this afternoon (4/1) I checked and it only changed the status of step 2 (biometrics) as completed for the I-765 EAD and the I-485, but not for the I-131 AP application, but nothing showed "complete."  Also, the estimated time for EAD completion was at 2 weeks, which has been the same since 3 weeks ago.

 

Well, TODAY 4/1, USPS dropped an envelope from the NBC with a I-797 approving the EAD. All in under a month -with the RFE delay.

 

I must say I am impressed.

 

Technically, USCIS approved my wife's EAD in TWO weeks since they had to wait for my RFE response for the remainder two weeks to continue the process. WOW.

 

Anyway, keep up the hope.

 

Cheers. Saludos. çok Yaşa.

April fools? 😁

2 minutes ago, Korede Temi said:

Yes, we are both okay with that and we will navigate that when the time comes. 
 

Thank you. 

Ok. Also the petitioner must make enough to sponsor you. Also please complete your timeline

3 minutes ago, Korede Temi said:

I’m a student in Finland. I will complete my studies this year. 

Hopefully you are comfortable with not being able to work or travel outside the US until you get your employment authorization and advance parole 

20 minutes ago, Korede Temi said:

Hey everyone, I’m a Nigerian guy (30) currently living in Finland, and my fiancee is a US citizen (27). We crossed paths at the Italy airport back in August 2023 during layovers, and the connection was instant. She admired my dedication and ambition, plus the fact that her father is Nigerian made it even more special to her. Since that day, we’ve been talking non-stop, falling deeper in love with each passing day.

I proposed when she visited me in November 2023, and it was a beautiful moment.
 

She filed for the K-1 visa in December 2023. Now, I’m wondering if the relatively short duration of our relationship before getting engaged could affect our visa process. Also, does anyone know how long it typically takes to get the K-1 visa approved? By the way, we recently had an amazing trip to Paris together this month! 

 

Thank you.

It's about 1.5 to 2 years to complete the process. Strongly suggest you spend more time in person. 

Additionally others recommend going the spouse visa process instead. Cue crazy cat with the comparisons. 

1 minute ago, TonyMacaroni said:

So I mailed the package today with the return receipt service. But how is the return receipt part going to work with USCIS since the mail goes to their P.O. box? As I understand, they'll simply receive a notice in their box that certified mail is waiting for them at the post office. Will they even bother to go to the post office to receive the mail and sign the delivery confirmation? I'm afraid they'll simply ignore this kind of mail. 

They have to pick up their mail. You can relax for now. It's postmarked for today and the receipt you have confirms that 

46 minutes ago, PIRuby said:

 I was told if I did not get a call by April 3, that would mean it is neg and to then go on April 8 for my immunizations and psyc.  Has anyone had the results of no phone call and then followed with other stuff?  Also, how long does layover in USA need to be to do our immigration?

What airport are you arriving at? You must clear immigration and collect checked baggage before exit the customs area 

17 minutes ago, aa1979 said:

Even in the background questions at the end of the application? She still does not mention it in that section?

I think you need more information from the friend. But the instructions are quite clear 

29 minutes ago, aa1979 said:

Hi, this question is for a friend of mine who intends to get engaged and file for I-129f. 

 

She is in her 40's right now, and she had a problem with not having insurance while driving when she was so young and immature. She thinks she was around 18 (does not remember if she was younger or older than 18). She is doing very well at this point and has a very good stable job.   She barely recalls that she had to pay a fine for this matter.  She does not remember if she was arrested because of this issue (possible?). 

 

Could this have any impact on her application?  Or would they view this as that she was young and immature? Should she mention it in the petition? What if she was arrested at the time for this issue for less than a day or something until she saw the judge the next day to pay the fine?

Any traffic fines under 500 dollars does not have to be mentioned unless it's drug or alcohol related. Ask your friend if it shows up on driving record. Sounds like it was handled in traffic court. 

Not necessary to send another package. You mentioned it was delivered 

2 minutes ago, TonyMacaroni said:

 

Precisely what I'm trying to do! The fee difference is significant. By the way, do you know if USPS "postmarks" the package the moment it receives it from the customer? So if I come in and send it on the 29th, will it be postmarked with the same date?

The post mark is the day you hand it off to the clerk at the window at post office. Obviously send certified mail return receipt. Retain slip showing post mark. 

19 minutes ago, TonyMacaroni said:

I'm on a K1 visa. Am I missing anything? Do I need to include USC's divorce decrees and marriage licenses from the previous marriages? This is my first marriage.

 

So far in the package are:

• Form I-485
• Proof of relationship compilation file (pictures, remittances, chat and call logs, etc.)
• Form I-864
• Last year's tax return
• Last year's tax transcript
• Last year's W2s
• This year's pay stubs
• Employment verification letter
• USC's birth certificate photocopy
• USC's passport bio page photocopy
• Form I-765
• Form G-1145
• Copy of the vaccination worksheet from the exam overseas
• Copy of my passport's bio page
• Copy of the stamps in my passport
• AOS + biometrics fee payment
• Cover letter
• Copy of the I-129F NOA 2 (approval)
• Copy of the I-94
• Copy of my birth certificate with translation
• Certified copy of our marriage license
• 2 passport-style photos

Better file and have shipment postmarked before April 1st or you will have to pay higher fees. Also effective April 1st separate payments are required for 485, 765, 131.

24 minutes ago, Lorca1 said:

hi, thanks for you quick reply.

Yes I plan on becoming a citizen. I have also just start up some long term volunteering work which looks promising and likely to turn into paid work from july. 

 

Do you have any idea regarding when the year starts (is it rolling on when i was issues my greencard) and if it's 6months within a year or total for the 2 years my green card is valid for

I don't think it's a rolling year. Each trip is treated separately but the total days outside the US factors when applying for citizenship. As I understand it any time spent longer than a year causes concern when coming back to the US. Also you mentioned you have a 2 year card so something to keep in mind because you don't want to miss any potential interview for removing your condition 

13 minutes ago, Lorca1 said:

HI all. 

 

I got my green card issued on may 1st 2023 and it expires on May 1st 2025. 

 

I need your help clearing some things up. 

 

Due to weddings, funerals, honeymoon and other family plans i will be spending 6months 3weeks outside of the US between July 2023 and July 2024. 

 

1 - the 6 months in a year thing.... my greencard is valid for 2 years. Can I be out for 6 months within each year or 6 months total between may 2023- may 2025?

 

2. If I can be out for 6 months within a year and then another 6 months when does that year start and restart? I'm assuming my year starts and reboots in May but have read different things. For example I spent 4.5months out between May 2023- May 2024 so would my trip this summer count as a new batch meaning i'd only be spending 7 weeks out of the year out?

 

As I have a remote job from the uk and we don't own property in the states I've read that being out of the country for more than 6months in a year (again, not sure if thats a rolling year or from when my greencard was issued) without the proof could be risky. 

 

Any help and advice would be apprecaited and sorry if the questions don't make much sense, been trying to figure this otu for hours.

 

 

There is no hard and fast answers. Just remember the green card is for living and working in the US. With a travel pattern you have described an argument could be made by cbp that you have failed to establish the USA as your residence. Are you planning to apply for citizenship? 

Another thing to consider is are you from a visa waiver country? If you are you can make additional trips. Are you comfortable forgoing your earnings?