MexiGringa

I am going to ask, again, why we have a waiver forum when questions about waivers are inevitably met with righteous indignation and, worse, misinformation. If you have a forum for waivers on inadmissibility you are going to get questions from people who are ineligible for visas for many reasons, chief among them unlawful presence. There is a legal process for overcoming this and we should be able to give the OP decent--and correct--advice on how to go about this process. If we cannot, this forum is BS and should be closed.

To the OP: There is no bar incurred for the EWI. Rather the EWI means he can not legalize from within the US. It is the unlawful presence for more than one year that incurs a 10 year bar, triggered when he leaves the country. This is a waivable bar. Furthermore, CDJ is a particularly easy Consulate to go through for two reasons. Firstly, it has a very high approval rate for waivers. Secondly, it is currently the only Consulate with a pilot program which means they will adjudicate your waiver at your visa interview. This is huge as it saves what for many Consulates is a very long wait for waiver adjudication. So, your SO should go to the interview with his I-601 in hand. Go to www.immigrate2us.net and research what it takes to put together a decent waiver packet. There is a lot of valuable information there.

Good luck.

PRAISE THE LORD!!!!! SOMEBODY READ MY POST!!!! Thank you for your post. Another nice person gave me that website and that was MORE THAN LOADED with helpful information and WONDERFUL people not biased against my situation. All I ever came here for was that. Thank you again

And why would I answer to you Charles???? Who the flip are you and why are you posting here???? Has it anything to do with you, or is your life so pathetic that you have nothing better to do. Seriously, people like you just make me ill...

I am convinced you are not only far from being lucid, but you are also quite insane.

thanks for the laugh, now go look in the mirror. oh, wait, who the BLEEP was talking to you anyways?? nothing better to do, right. i figured.

unlike the other billions of illegal Mexicans who HAD to cross illegal for MANY reasons.

And what reason would that be? To break the law?

billions? and HAD to cross? was someone pointing a gun and forcing them to cross the border?

it's IGNORANT people such as you that make this world a horrible place.

yup, i can see you dug deep for a real answer.

And why would I answer to you Charles???? Who the flip are you and why are you posting here???? Has it anything to do with you, or is your life so pathetic that you have nothing better to do. Seriously, people like you just make me ill...

no way for this person to adjust status... so back home she/he goes.

I second... not much sympathy. It has taken some of our member s YEARS to get their significant others here.

mis-information. There is 100% a way for them to adjust their status. just because they came illegally, DOES NOT mean they cannot become legal. The US Citizen needs to Petition on their behalf an I-130 and then apply for the waiver. I can give out names of HUNDREDS of illegals that are now legal. It's a long expensive process, but that is so horrible for you to say there is "NO WAY, so back home he/she goes" you are obviously mis-informed.

Whatever reason anyone has for entering this country illegally is immaterial. It happened and that is all that USCIS will care about. Getting upset and insulting people who give you advice that isn't all rainbows and unicorns won't get you anywhere.

It's not that people don't know why people immigrate here illegally from Mexico, or whether or not in their minds they have a 'valid' reason, it's that it is a crime. Trust me, I know the situation for most in Mexico and it's not pretty but that doesn't justify breaking US laws IMO.

For example, the police will still arrest someone for stealing, even if it was to feed or clothe their family. Unfortunately breaking the law has consequences, for whatever reason (good bad or indifferent) it may be.

This will unfortunately create a difficult situation for you and your husband and you will need a waiver. There are many couples on this site who wish to immigrate the right way and undergo extreme hardship and separation through this process. There are others who have legitimate relationships and have their visas denied only to spend more and more money and time going through the process more than once.

Just as you wish for people to sympathize with you, the sympathy goes both ways.

Hope I shed some light on the subject

In the middle of a financial crisis where the local state and federal governments are in serious deficits, where we are cutting programs in our schools, where thousands and thousands are unemployed, illegal immigrants are working and living in the US and not paying taxes.

So, if you feel others are insensitive, take a look at your side of things and come to an understanding - it goes both ways.

Thank you, but please note that I never onced asked for anyone to sympathize with me. I was looking for others in a situation similar to mine that could offer info about their waiver process and interview. Nothing more, but I respect the fact everyone has an opinion, but I was brought up not to give mine unless it was asked for. And just a note, my Husband has paid taxes for the last 11 years, another ingnorant assumption to think he didn't pay taxes because of his status.....

OP you're burning bridges w/ ppl that are trying to help you. And it sounds like you need all the help you can get. Alot of the ppl you have engaged with in arguing with are pretty knowlegable ppl you are marginalizing yourself from. You have entered a forum in which most if not all ppl here are trying to immigrate legally. The USCIS is not going to give out hugs to you, so think of this as "boot camp". Ppl come across harsh, and sometimes crass becasue this is the nature of the beast.

Think of it like this. You fall overboard on a boat, you are struggling to swim. Someone come's in the water to save you. Chances are the person saving you is gonna not going to exchange formalities and pleasantries. It's gonna be more like "Hey you! take the effin life jacket or you're gonna drown" type responce.

Thank you Chris, now how are you knowledgeable in my situation? Did my origional or any of my posts ask for *hugs*? And I'm burning what bridges?? seriously, this is all getting funnier and funnier by the post.

Second, since he entered without inspection more than 20 years ago,

He has been here illegally since 1998 and we have been together since 2006.

I read 1988. My bad.... only been illegal one decade

Only been illegal one decade......as if you are CHICA perfect and did everything in your life "the right way".....Question for you...Have you a clue how my husband came to this Country or better yet, why? Or have you walked a mile in his or my shoes to post a ###### brazen comment like that....How many Mexicans ARE legal in the US? And DUH, the point is we are FOLLOWING THE RULES AND LAWS TO CORRECT HIS SITUATION AND LIVE LEGALLY, but you must have already known that, since you know everything.....

How old are you? 12?

I am not perfect by any means, but I sleep at night like a baby, having not one worry about my status in this country. I am legal and have always been legal.

I do not know -or care- how your husband -or anyone's husband- comes and remains here illegally for 11 years. All I care -and told you- is that it will be a very hard road for you both. And also that if gives people like me, Mexican citizens with nothing to hide, a terrible reputation thanks to folks who "cross over". So not one iota of sympathy.

And you might want to rethink the use of ANGRY CAPS, as it just causes much more hilarity and will only contribute to you becoming more alienated from the VJ members who can help you. You guys are in a sh1tty situation of your own making, so be angry at yourselves, not at anyone else.

Yes, why in fact, I am 12.... Good guess, and good for you for being legal and always being so, SO am I!! Like I said, you are perfect and had the perfect life unlike the other billions of illegal Mexicans who HAD to cross illegal for MANY reasons. Pity for you for having a bad rep... I know the road ahead will be rough and long and I haven't a reason to be angry at myself or my Husband. Our situation isn't at all sh1tty and I sleep like a baby as well. And if you are legal, and always have been, why would perfect, legal you be on VJ???

Whatever reason anyone has for entering this country illegally is immaterial. It happened and that is all that USCIS will care about. Getting upset and insulting people who give you advice that isn't all rainbows and unicorns won't get you anywhere. You can keep looking for people who will validate, or you can get real and ask questions about the tough road ahead. There are plenty of people on this board who are very knowledgeable, but be forewarned, not all advice will be pleasant to your ears.

I never got upset with someone on here that offered me advice. I got upset with the ignorant people who posted on here to JUDGE. This got nobody anywhere. If there were such knowledgable people, such as yourself, why aren't there any posts with info about situations similar to mine??? And I am to be forewarned by YOU that nothing will be pleasant to my ears???? Hello??? One person on here Ms. B was the ONLY one that had any info about Juarez. Seriously, unless you have something that pertains to my origional post, why in heavens name would you waste your time posting on here?? Have you nothing better to do??? I don't need anything validated, thank you.

unlike the other billions of illegal Mexicans who HAD to cross illegal for MANY reasons.

And what reason would that be? To break the law?

Wow, yet another INGNORANT person...God help you...

unlike the other billions of illegal Mexicans who HAD to cross illegal for MANY reasons.

And what reason would that be? To break the law?

billions? and HAD to cross? was someone pointing a gun and forcing them to cross the border?

it's IGNORANT people such as you that make this world a horrible place.

Hello,

I am brand new to this site and don't even know if I am posting correctly!!

Anyhoo, I am the Petitioner on my Mexican husbands behalf. I filed the I-130 in June 2009 and we received his Interview appt on November 27, 2009. We have one way tickets to El Paso leaving the 18th. His Interview is the 23rd. I have been told MANY different things and am soooo CONFUSED. I was told by some that as his Wife and Petetioner that I was required to go and now others have said that I do not. He has been here illegally since 1998 and we have been together since 2006. We have one child together and another on the way. My Husband doesn't feel comfortable traveling alone thru checkpoints and has no idea which papers are which in all our mounds of paperwork. I figured sending him alone would be like sending him to swim with sharks!! Can anyone give me any insight or help?? We are expecting him to have to stay behing in Mexico for up to a year or possibly more since he entered illegally, but does anyone really know from their personal experience? We have been told so many different things and have done everything on our own without a Lawyers help. Like what happens at the Interview? After the Interview? What is the waiver for? Does he need to make an appt for one, or do they tell him that in Juarez? I am just so worried and feel like we are entering the unknown...ANY help would be greatly appreciated..

Thank you

I came to this website and posted this HOPING to connect with other people in SIMILAR situations such as mine. I did NOT expect people to pass judgement and post their opinions about Illegal Mexicans not having a right to be here because they broke the law. I asked for other peoples knowledge, answers from experiences and nothing else. Forgive me for having an attitude towards people who throw stones from glass houses and think their situation is high and mighty because they are doing something in a way that they THINK is the right or legal way. Not one of you knows how or why my Husband came to be in this Country, YOU all assumed that because he was ILLEGAL, that he came here that way. Judging us without knowing all the facts..but it's funny that everyone posting is from Countries where Immigration is COMPLETLY DIFFERENT. I agree laws should not be broken, and if they are there should obviously be consequences. However, I do believe that people should be given second chances and the right to make amends. And people forget that it's our own Immigrations laws and Government that let illegal passage happen every day. And if it were so easy for Mexicans or any others to obtain Visa's so easily and lawfully, don't you think more would have them and not cross illegally? I never came here for a "p1ssing match", but feel I have every right to defend myself and others I know. I came here seeking advice, not assumptions or judgments, but obviously I came to the wrong place. Thank you for those of you who did not judge and offered your opinions and thoughts. I wish you all the best of luck in your situations. And if there are people out there, like other Mexicans that have been thru a similar process, I would love to hear your stories. I was never looking for sympathy, so for one to assume that is ridiculous. Maybe my origional post should be re-read. I asked about the Juarez Interview and Waiver Interview process and if you aren't familiar with those, then I don't see why you are here posting comments. That would be why I'm not in another forum commenting on something I know nothing about.....

Second, since he entered without inspection more than 20 years ago,

He has been here illegally since 1998 and we have been together since 2006.

I read 1988. My bad.... only been illegal one decade

Only been illegal one decade......as if you are CHICA perfect and did everything in your life "the right way".....Question for you...Have you a clue how my husband came to this Country or better yet, why? Or have you walked a mile in his or my shoes to post a ###### brazen comment like that....How many Mexicans ARE legal in the US? And DUH, the point is we are FOLLOWING THE RULES AND LAWS TO CORRECT HIS SITUATION AND LIVE LEGALLY, but you must have already known that, since you know everything.....

How old are you? 12?

I am not perfect by any means, but I sleep at night like a baby, having not one worry about my status in this country. I am legal and have always been legal.

I do not know -or care- how your husband -or anyone's husband- comes and remains here illegally for 11 years. All I care -and told you- is that it will be a very hard road for you both. And also that if gives people like me, Mexican citizens with nothing to hide, a terrible reputation thanks to folks who "cross over". So not one iota of sympathy.

And you might want to rethink the use of ANGRY CAPS, as it just causes much more hilarity and will only contribute to you becoming more alienated from the VJ members who can help you. You guys are in a sh1tty situation of your own making, so be angry at yourselves, not at anyone else.

Yes, why in fact, I am 12.... Good guess, and good for you for being legal and always being so, SO am I!! Like I said, you are perfect and had the perfect life unlike the other billions of illegal Mexicans who HAD to cross illegal for MANY reasons. Pity for you for having a bad rep... I know the road ahead will be rough and long and I haven't a reason to be angry at myself or my Husband. Our situation isn't at all sh1tty and I sleep like a baby as well. And if you are legal, and always have been, why would perfect, legal you be on VJ???

Goodie, then prepare your waiver. If you know the answers, why ask the question?

Wow, what a ###### with a stick up her ####....you never read my post with intentions to answer a question, you just jumped to judge. Whatever..judge all you want..must be a perfect world you live in..

Second, since he entered without inspection more than 20 years ago,

He has been here illegally since 1998 and we have been together since 2006.

I read 1988. My bad.... only been illegal one decade

Only been illegal one decade......as if you are CHICA perfect and did everything in your life "the right way".....Question for you...Have you a clue how my husband came to this Country or better yet, why? Or have you walked a mile in his or my shoes to post a ###### brazen comment like that....How many Mexicans ARE legal in the US? And DUH, the point is we are FOLLOWING THE RULES AND LAWS TO CORRECT HIS SITUATION AND LIVE LEGALLY, but you must have already known that, since you know everything.....

Hello,

I am brand new to this site and don't even know if I am posting correctly!!

Anyhoo, I am the Petitioner on my Mexican husbands behalf. I filed the I-130 in June 2009 and we received his Interview appt on November 27, 2009. We have one way tickets to El Paso leaving the 18th. His Interview is the 23rd. I have been told MANY different things and am soooo CONFUSED. I was told by some that as his Wife and Petetioner that I was required to go and now others have said that I do not. He has been here illegally since 1998 and we have been together since 2006. We have one child together and another on the way. My Husband doesn't feel comfortable traveling alone thru checkpoints and has no idea which papers are which in all our mounds of paperwork. I figured sending him alone would be like sending him to swim with sharks!! Can anyone give me any insight or help?? We are expecting him to have to stay behing in Mexico for up to a year or possibly more since he entered illegally, but does anyone really know from their personal experience? We have been told so many different things and have done everything on our own without a Lawyers help. Like what happens at the Interview? After the Interview? What is the waiver for? Does he need to make an appt for one, or do they tell him that in Juarez? I am just so worried and feel like we are entering the unknown...ANY help would be greatly appreciated..

Thank you

I just returned from Juarez with my SO. You as the Petitioner are not allowed in, but I went for moral support and believe me they need it. I personally do not have experience with the Waiver process, but I here this website is great immigrate2us.net. Many people have found lots of information on that website I hope it helps. Once you are in Juarez there are plenty of people going through the same experience as you so don't be afraid to ask them for advice. I am sorry I don't have more answer for you regarding the Waiver process, but if you have questions about Juarez please feel free to ask.

Thank you for being one of the 2 NICEST people on here I am definatly there for the moral support and to visit my extened family over the Holidays. I will check out the website you mentioned..thanks again

Correcting myself: there will be a 10 year ban for more than 1 year illegal presence. If the husband has had more than 1 EWI instances, the ban would be a lifetime ban. More precisely, here's the deal:

• When an alien enters the US as an EWI one time and stays in the US more than 1 year, he faces a ban of 10 years. This ban is generally waiveable immediately with an I-601 waiver. The law that describes this is INI 212(a) (9)(B).

• When an alien enters the US as an EWI and stays in the US more than 1 year in aggregate, then leaves and enters again or attempts to enter again, he is banned for life. This ban can generally be waived with an I-601 waiver but not until the alien has first spent 10 years outside the US. The law that describes this is INI 212(a) (9)©. There are a few exceptions to this rule- see exceptions to (9) © below.

Yes, he faces a 10 year ban...not new news for us. And he has never left and returned and never been arrested. He has family members that were ILLEGAL for more than 20 years, and they spent less than 4 months in Mexico before receiving their Visas. EVERY SINGLE CASE IS DIFFERENT.

This is from the consulate:

Only visa applicants, the parents of child applicants, and those assisting the elderly or disabled will be allowed into the Consulate compound.

http://ciudadjuarez.usconsulate.gov/step5_iv.html

So it sounds like you, as the USC, will not be allowed into the consulate for the interview. While you can travel with him to the consulate, you will not be allowed in.

At the interview your husband will be asked questions about you and your relationship. His visa will be denied and he will be issued a 10 year ban from the US due to his illegal entry(assumed) and presence (assuming he has no criminal background etc). You will then submit a waiver proving that you will endure extreme hardship if he does not come back to the US and explain why you cannot move to Mexico. This packet is very lengthy and you will likely require a lawyer.

Consult Laural Scott - she is an excellent lawyer and has lots of experience with waivers. Good luck .

Thank you VERY MUCH I appreciate your help. I knew about the waiver and was unsure if he would be given the appointment for one while he is there in Juarez. Some said to call and schedule one prior to leaving and the USCIS website said needing an appointment will be determined at the Visa Interview. I believe it's the I-601 that needs to be filled out, but I'm not positive. And thanks, I will definatly look into consulting with Laurel Scott.

he has to be at interview. if he is here eligial he will not get visa. he has to have police report for the past 12 years he has lived. this is why we all have problems due to this situation you just told.

if you read other threads you will see all that will have to be done by the way? how did u get so far in the process with him not being legal here? and you did not read about police report?

jsut curious. sounds like your trying to get around laws more and find way to make all better.

my suggestion you both move back to mexico live there and prove you are legal before moving forward.

First of all, we are NOT trying to get around ANY laws to make ANYTHING better. We are doing EVERYTHING BY THE BOOK AND LAWS that pertain to OUR situation. He DOES NOT NEED A POLICE CERTIFICATE. If you read the laws for HIS Country of origin, you might have a clue. And as for your question on how did we get this far in the process with him being illegal (or eligial as you spelled it), are you IGNORANT? What would be his point in obtaining a Visa and Citizenship??? And no kidding he has to be at HIS interview...maybe if you could read and spell you would see I was asking for insight, NOT JUDGEMENTS from other people in SIMILAR situations. You obviously haven't a clue....

Hello,

I am brand new to this site and don't even know if I am posting correctly!!

Anyhoo, I am the Petitioner on my Mexican husbands behalf. I filed the I-130 in June 2009 and we received his Interview appt on November 27, 2009. We have one way tickets to El Paso leaving the 18th. His Interview is the 23rd. I have been told MANY different things and am soooo CONFUSED. I was told by some that as his Wife and Petetioner that I was required to go and now others have said that I do not. He has been here illegally since 1998 and we have been together since 2006. We have one child together and another on the way. My Husband doesn't feel comfortable traveling alone thru checkpoints and has no idea which papers are which in all our mounds of paperwork. I figured sending him alone would be like sending him to swim with sharks!! Can anyone give me any insight or help?? We are expecting him to have to stay behing in Mexico for up to a year or possibly more since he entered illegally, but does anyone really know from their personal experience? We have been told so many different things and have done everything on our own without a Lawyers help. Like what happens at the Interview? After the Interview? What is the waiver for? Does he need to make an appt for one, or do they tell him that in Juarez? I am just so worried and feel like we are entering the unknown...ANY help would be greatly appreciated..

Thank you