Jump to content

Lemonslice

Members
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    5,169

  • Joined

  • Days Won

    3

 Content Type 

Everything posted by Lemonslice

  1. Lemonslice
    I understand what you are saying, but they probably have communication from all of your requests over the years, and will wonder "what is urgent now?" Right or wrong, you will have to convince them. Best of luck to you and your family.
  2. Lemonslice
    I think they might be wondering why you did not return to the USA for treatments in the past two years. As much as they can expedite, it is still longer than a flight back home. You might have to pick up and leave before your spouse, if it is a life and death situation.
  3. Lemonslice
    That's also what I'd suggest. However, since most people know very little about immigration, I would also make it clear to her what it might be a now or never situation - even visiting will probably be off the table.
  4. Lemonslice
    "Our first concern is that there doesn't seem to be a way for him to get a police certificate from Libya, as from everything I've read he would need to physically present in Libya which he can not do due to his status. Has anyone in a similar situation successfully used to feature on the application to explain why a police certificate can not be obtained?" You can state why it is not available and refer them to the reciprocity schedule for Libya. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Visa-Reciprocity-and-Civil-Documents-by-Country.html
  5. Lemonslice
    If I remember correctly, you have to enter the US with, or before, your goods. You have a set period of time to import all of it under the exemption, and the goods have to be "used" (you are supposed to bring what you were using already, not buy brand new furniture to export). You should find all of the rules on the cbp.gov website. This is a good start: https://www.help.cbp.gov/s/article/Article-1392?language=en_US ; then, the shipping company will also have their own forms. Just make it clear that it is your personal effects and refer them to the cbp website if needed.
  6. Lemonslice
    The documents you will need are listed under each section on this page: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-5-collect-financial-evidence-and-other-supporting-documents/step-7-collect-civil-documents.html Then, to find which version of the documents/instructions to order them, you can look up the the reciprocity schedule (for each country): https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Visa-Reciprocity-and-Civil-Documents-by-Country.html
  7. Lemonslice
    Some states require PTO to be paid out at the end of employment. See: https://www.paycor.com/resource-center/articles/pto-payout-laws-by-state/ , the answer might be there. I have no idea about the pay being recorded as vacations before or after her EAD ends. I am sure there has to be a definition somewhere. However, it is possible to have some income and not be allowed to work. For example, if she collected rent from leasing out an apartment, or a pension from a previous employer. So income =/= work. Just not sure about vacations with a (current?) employer.
  8. Lemonslice
    Once you have the visas, you might want to come back with dates and departing/destination airports. Some members are great at finding the best deals on flights.
  9. Lemonslice

    15 years!

    Lemonslice replied to Lemonslice's topic in Off Topic

    Mon accent est un peu différent Picked up some yummy Indian food. Had a great beer for dessert. Nothing complicated.
  10. Lemonslice
    https://www.visajourney.com/timeline/profile.php?id=487646
  11. Lemonslice

    15 years!

    Lemonslice replied to Lemonslice's topic in Off Topic

    Complicated tax situation with my employer is factor #1. Might happen once I retire, but we're moving overseas for our old days. I'll reevaluate then.
  12. Lemonslice

    15 years!

    Lemonslice posted a topic in Off Topic

    Celebrating my 15 years as a permanent resident today!
  13. Lemonslice
    You will need to look up the reciprocity schedule for each country/document you want to submit. See: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Visa-Reciprocity-and-Civil-Documents-by-Country.html
  14. Lemonslice
    If your girlfriend (fiancée?) intends to spend more than 30 days in the US, look up the new requirement to register with USCIS. Otherwise, if you look at the history of your posts, you will find answers that are still valid. Final note, please, please, do not trust ChatGPT or other AI. Especially not for anything important. Ok to generate an overview, but go to the source (CBP, USCIS,IRS, etc.) and double triple check what is actually the accurate information in your situation. The guides here on VJ are also a good start on all the steps you will have to complete (again, do not trust blindly and go back to the actual form instructions).
  15. Lemonslice
    He has to cooperate somewhat. The airline will not take an unwilling passenger. The "send him back" says it all though. Wishing him the best of luck.
  16. Lemonslice
    All immigrant visas interviews are ultimately done in Montreal. You might want to search for recent DCF experiences in Canada, but they are not common (something about asking Mexico to approve first? It's blurry in my memory). This is the thread I had in mind .... DCF or not, you might want to get ready to show intent to relocate to the US, as they might want to see evidence at the interview.
  17. Lemonslice
    It will depend on the volume of people landing at the same time. Follow the direction of airport staff directing the crowd. After reaching the border agent, the immigrant visa holder will be directed to secondary (where you can usually tag along, unless it's crazy crowded). "Questioned by border agents", well... I've been questioned everytime I enter the US, but it's usually quick and easy. When I immigrated, a couple extra questions about the goods I was importing. Don't stress too much, most people find entry anticlimactic, after the whole process and interview at the consulate/embassy. Best of luck!
  18. Lemonslice
    Please fill your profile and It would answer most of the questions people asked... Link to your profile Link to timeline
  19. Lemonslice
    Different financial institutions will have different requirements to open a joint account. We opened ours while I was a visitor, before I got my visa. You can also add each other as beneficiaries on bank, investment/retirement, and insurance accounts. Don't forget about wills and living wills. Valuable evidence, and useful to have in general.
  20. Lemonslice
    Why is DMV requiring the marriage certificate? Which documents are already in her married name? Passport, LPR card?
  21. Lemonslice
    I misread. As @Boiler stated, I do not think you will find official statistics. Hopefully, someone with personal experience will come by.
  22. Lemonslice
    Others will be able to help you with your question, but I wanted to say that if you are already living together, you might be interested in getting married online (Utah offers that option). The spousal visa is often a better option. Best of luck!
  23. Lemonslice
    À
  24. Lemonslice
    If I remember correctly, FBAR fines for non disclosure are also heavy $$$$$$ I agree that many people could switch to self filing after the first year/first year without a change in situation, by following what was done by the expert. Just don't forget FBAR. Good tax professionals can also advise on how to plan for the year(s) to come. I absolutely do not mind paying my fair share of taxes, but there is no reason to pay extra ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
  25. Lemonslice
    Many CPAs cost about the same as HR Block (only to file taxes), must have been a very fancy one to offset your whole credit.
×
×
  • Create New...