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I still have a lot of questions. About the Visa Stamp, what is it? Is it different from the Visa Printed inside my passport? Is it different from Visa Foil? Cause the lady staff from the clerk office said, that its not it. Even stating that my VISA has a line across it and they wouldn't accept that. I've already looked and it shows that the visa they were looking is the one already printed inside my passport. Please enlighten me on this.

That's where the Adjustment of Status takes place, tho I've also learned that K1 visa has an intention to live permanently in US. That's why it's confusing. Can I also just provide them a certified copy of our marriage? We got married recently, and it's difficult to request an original one because we kinda lived far away from the courthouse.

Thank you for answering, AI answer's different. Thank you so much.

What should I answer with this question? "Have you ever applied for an immigrant visa to obtain permanent resident status at a U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate abroad?" Is it a yes or no? I answered no, because the k1 visa is a non-immigrant visa and I didn't apply for it, my husband did. Am I right?

Thank you so much for your help. This proof of residency process is really overwhelming—just one document, yet it feels like a mountain to climb. And it’s not even the end of it! Getting this sorted is just the first domino… next comes applying for a driver’s license, then opening a bank account. It’s all connected, and every step depends on the last. Thank you so much for your help. This proof of residency process is really overwhelming—just one document, yet it feels like a mountain to climb. And it’s not even the end of it! Getting this sorted is just the first domino… next comes applying for a driver’s license, then opening a bank account. It’s all connected, and every step depends on the last.

We weren’t made aware that I had the option to choose a preferred name instead of using my maiden name or my married name. As it stands, the document only reflects my complete maiden name, my husband’s complete name, and the date our marriage was registered

Should I include a separate cover letter for each form to explain its purpose, or is it sufficient to provide one general cover letter on the first page that addresses all the documents in the packet?

Absolutely—it’s a clear yes. Although the CR-1 visa process takes more time, once you arrive in the U.S. with it, you're immediately eligible to apply for a job.

Also, I wanted to ask if the DS-3025 form from St. Luke’s Medical can be accepted in place of Form I-693. The DS-3025 I have is valid until November 2025—do you know if USCIS will accept it for my Adjustment of Status? We’re doing the AOS filing ourselves, and honestly, these forms are driving me crazy. I’ve been researching nonstop, but the more I read, the more confused I get. It’s really frustrating. I’d truly appreciate your help in making sure we file everything correctly. Thank you so much in advance!

We were hoping to obtain a Social Security Number so I can open a bank account and apply for a driver’s license. However, the issue of proving residency is making the process more difficult—even just getting the SSN feels like a challenge. From what I’ve read, the Social Security Administration doesn’t officially require proof of residency for the application, but it seems they might still ask for it depending on the situation. I just want to be fully prepared in case they do.

Our marriage certificate doesn't reflect my married name, it only reflects my maiden name and my husband's name.

Last week, we visited the government office to request a Declaration of Domicile, since none of my current IDs reflect his address and none of the utility bills are under our names. However, I was informed that they require a U.S. visa stamp in my passport. The K-1 visa I presented was rejected because it had a line drawn through it. I tried to explain that the visa was single-entry and had already served its purpose, so it couldn’t be reused. I even offered my I-94 Arrival/Departure Record as supporting documentation, but they refused to review it. They said the issue had been escalated to their supervisor, who also deemed it unacceptable. Because the staff member assisting us didn’t have a passport herself, she couldn’t verify the information in mine. As a result, they directed me to another building to have my signature verified and notarized. They also mentioned that having a Florida driver’s license or state ID would make the process much easier—but to obtain those IDs, I first need to provide proof of residency, which is exactly what I was trying to establish through the Declaration of Domicile.

Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate some guidance on the Adjustment of Status (AOS) process. My husband and I got married this past July 2025, and we’re now preparing to file Forms I-485 and I-765. I have a few questions: 1. Can I use my married name and new signature when submitting these forms, or should I stick with my maiden name for now? 2. We have an appointment with the SSA this Thursday. Since my Philippine passport (the only valid ID I currently have) still reflects my maiden name, should I use that name for the SSA records, or is it okay to use my married name? 3. We plan to file the AOS after the SSA appointment — is that timing alright? 4. Lastly, my husband lives with his grandmother and mother, but none of the utility bills are under his name. Should we include a separate document or affidavit to confirm that we share residence with his family? I’ve been doing a lot of research, but the more I read, the more questions I seem to have. Thank you all in advance for your help and insights!