Max1gk

tell him to cook his own damned food then

The wait for the green card is killing me too. We even want to buy a house and everything is approved subject to my green card Can wait for my green card so i can process everything and move into my new house.....
Hurry Up USCIS I want to boost your property market LOL !!!!!!!!!

If you were to change the law specifically prohibiting Adjustment of Status from VWP/B1/B2; you would have to go further than that. It is possible to adjust status if you are here illegally as long as you marry an American. It would require a broad change in policy meaning unless you were here on specific visas(student, work), you would be forced to go back to your home country and then apply no matter what the circumstances. I think the problem is there are enough situations where it is reasonable and humane to allow the non-citizen to adjust status within the US; situations where USC kids or other hardships are involved. The problem is the present system is unfair to some. Changing the law just makes it unfair to others. It wouldn't really solve the issue.
I also think it would just increase the number of people here illegally with no avenue to legal status. I am not sure that is in anyone's best interests.
And I was lucky, I was able to apply DCF so I spent zero time away from wife while doing everything as the system was intended. I recognize the time apart stinks.

None the less. Adjusting from status from VWP still seems really shady. I have a hard time imagining there are that many VWP who "suddenly" decide to get married here who had no intention of doing so in the first place. Does it happen? Sure. Often, not a chance.

I agree....end all adjustments of status from B2...this would reduce spurious marriages, reduce illegal employment and also possibly give more people a fighting chance to get a tourist visa...the only visa that is specifically designed for a COS is the K1 (yes, a few years ago, also the K3, which is hardly used anymore).there are far too many 'mind changers' (many of whom have posted the details of their astonishing and 'never intended to' changes of mind/purpose on this site (a change that probably occurred moments after baggage claim).
We should also eliminate 98% of extensions of tourist status...sorry, but few people have the resources to 'hang out' in this country for a year (let alone 6 months) without resorting to unauthorized work.

LMFAO so true about the Republicans

LMFAO so true about the Republicans

As science develops and people learn facts about life and the Universe, institutionalized religion -- which is belief in ancient stories -- will continue to decline.
One far day from now the only religious people will be fundamentalists who believe that HE created the Earth 5,000 years ago and that humans and dinosaurs lived happily together here. In the U.S. these people are known as Republicans today. Eventually they will share their destiny with the Neanderthals.

My God man, put yourself in her shoes. Would you want to travel to a foreign country with NO money? Send her $50 or even a $100 so she can at least have something to eat at the airport or on the plane. This will also give her peace of mind if she has to try to phone you if there is a delay and needs to hear your reassuring voice.

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A transfer is not an approval and its months after the transfer that you would hear an approval or an interview notice.
You may want to read up a bit more on the process so as to better help people when you post.

Hi everyone,
I'm posting the cover letters I used for my AOS package. I used the following threads as a reference:
1) Life after K1 POE
2) AOS..the aussie way
I hope this can help everyone else in the same situation
AOS cover letter sample.pdf
AP cover letter sample.pdf
EAD cover letter sample.pdf

I don't understand why someone would NOT want to be a US citizen if they could be. What is the downside? You can still be a Malaysian citizen also and have the travel benefits of US citizen PLUS being able to file for visas for their intended spouse. I don't get it. It isn't about being offended or because I think the US is such a wonderful place, but seriously...why not? What is the bad thing about it?

You don't want citizenship, you do not want to fly in and out, but you want to be married and live here permanently, and you do not want to wait a long time?
Nice dream. Next lifetime maybe.
There is no "interim visa" that allows you to live here. IF you have a tourist you can go back and forth and spend no more than 180 days per year in the US.

Hi everyone,
I thought I would share my experience to others so that it will hopefully help you guys as well. I know that the k1 process is stressful and getting the visa is a true victory. Sadly though, the stress will not end there because after POE there is another journey, but it will be better because you get to experience it with your loved one. I know a lot of people here have already successfully accomplished AOS so feel free to chime in and comment as well.
First and foremost, read up on the following:
VJ Link to AOS for k1/k2
Vanessa and Tony's guide
Here is what I did from POE onwards..
1. POE
Don’t forget to bring the brown envelope from the embassy and hand it to the immigration officer, together with your i-94. Make sure all details on the i-94 are written legibly and correctly. Also, do not leave the airport without checking if all the details on your i-94 is correct (Your name, alien number, date of stamp etc) and DO NOT LOSE YOUR I-94.
2. GET A MARRIAGE LICENSE
Check your state laws for the requirements to get married.. Go to your local town clerk to get the license. Some may need a SSN, some won't. So you can interchange #2 and #3.
3. GET A SSN
K1 visa holders are allowed to get a SSN as long as they still have a valid i-94. It is recommended to go 10-14 days upon entry so that by then you should already be registered in the database. Now I have been told that there are some SSA who are clueless about k1 visa holders and refuse to give them the SSN until you have your green card. This is FALSE, and if this happens, ask for higher management and demand for it, because you are entitled to one.
Things to bring: Passport, I-94, NSO Birth Cert, SSN Form (you can get one there). If you go when you are already married, bring your MC.
Proof that k1 can apply for SSN
SSN Form
It should arrive in 1-2 weeks.
4. FIND A CIVIL SURGEON
Only if your DS-3025 is marked “incomplete” is a I-693 required to be completed. If it is marked as such (incomplete) you are required to complete certain portions of the I-693 and have a Civil Surgeon certify the form (and seal it in an evelope). Specifically, you will complete Part 1 (Information about you) of the I-693 and provide both the form and your DS-3025 (if you have it, proving your vaccination history) and any proof of required vaccinations that were completed prior to entering the US. If you do not have a copy of your DS-3025 you will need to provide sufficient evidence of your vaccination history to the Civil Surgeon (talk to the civil surgeon’s office to discuss what vaccination records they accept as proof). If you do not have proof of your vaccination history the Civil Surgeon may insist on re-administering all the required vaccinations prior to completing the I-693. Once the Civil Surgeon has has verified that all required vaccinations have been performed, they will complete form I-693 Part 2 (the vaccination section) and Part 5 (the Civil Surgeon’s Certification). They will then seal the form in an envelope and return it to you.
So this part is a little confusing because I have all the complete age-appropriate vaccines, and yet some people claim to have gotten RFEs for not having their I-693 transcribed so we decided that were gonna do it anyway to avoid any complications The trick here is to call around and find a civil surgeon who will not require you to do another medical, because your medical exam should still be valid for a whole year!
5. GET MARRIED AND GET THE (certified) MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE
The marriage certificate is important for AOS, so make sure you grab copies of it!
FILING FOR AOS:
AOS DOCUMENTS
1. Cover letter
In the checklist above it is recommended that you include a Cover Page with your application. While this is optional, filing a cover page will help the USCIS understand what benefit you are applying for and specifically what items you have included in your package. Again, make sure the cover page includes:
– the applicants contact information (name, address, phone number)
– A description of the benefit you are applying for ( Family Based Adjustment of Status Application)
– A table of contents listing the major items in your package (i.e. I-485 and evidence, I-765, I-131, etc)
– A line with the applicants signature and date
2. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
3. Payment in the amount of $1,070.00 payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (personal cheque)
4. I-485 – Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, signed & dated
5. Copy of birth certificate
6. Photocopy of passport biographical details page
7. Copy of K1 visa in passport
8. Photocopy of USA entry stamp dated
9. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
10. I-693 Filled up by Civil Surgeon (Bring DS-3205 and Vaccination Records)
11. G-325A – Biographic Information, including residence and employment attachments
11. I-864 – Affidavit of Support (TIM) +tax returns, employment letter, bank statement, pay stubs and proof of citizenship
12. I-864 – Affidavit of Support (Co-Sponsor) + Most recent tax returns and proof of citizenship
13. Copy of I-797 – Notice of Action, Approval of K1 petition, dated ##### (front & back) - AKA K1 NOA2
14. Copy of Marriage certificate, dated ##### (front & back)
15. Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)
EAD DOCUMENTS
Cover letter
1. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
2. I-765 – Application for Employment Authorisation
3. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
4. Photocopy of passport biographical details page
5. Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)
6. Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)
AP DOCUMENTS
Cover letter (EXPLANATION FOR ELIGIBILITY)
1. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
2. I-131 – Application for Travel Document (Advanced Parole)
3. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
4. Copy of K1 visa (to show present status)
5. Photocopy of passport biographical details page
6. Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)
File at:
USCIS
P.O. Box 805887
Chicago, IL 60680-4120
For courier/express delivery:
USCIS
Attn: FBAS
131 South Dearborn – 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60603-5517
PAYMENT
Personal checks must be pre-printed with the name of the bank and the account holder. Also, the account holder’s address and phone number must be pre-printed, typed or written in ink on the check. All checks must be typed or written in ink.
1. Write the date you are filling out the check including: day, month and year.
2. On the “Pay to the Order of” line write: “U.S. Department of Homeland Security.”
3. Write in numbers the exact dollar amount of the fee for the service you are requesting. In the example, the amount is “$595.00.”
4. Spell out the exact dollar amount of the fee for the service you are requesting. The “cents” portion of the amount should be written as a fraction over 100. In this example, the amount is “Five hundred ninety-five and 00/100.”
5. Write a brief description of the purpose of your payment. In this example, it is “N-400 application fee.”
6. Sign the check using your legal signature.
IMPORTANT!
Make TWO copies of the entire package before you send it in. This includes the money orders too. You want to have a perfect replica of the package you are sending in. All Forms that you submit must be originals with original signatures. Supporting Evidence that you submit may be photocopies. Retain ALL original supporting Evidence since the USCIS has the right to check them by issuing an RFE (Request For Evidence). If you receive an RFE, follow the direction exactly, and make two copies of what you sent back. During any future interviews the USCIS may also want to examine the original supporting evidence.
Once you send it in, here is what to expect.
You will receive a NOA1 for all 3 applications, followed by a biometrics appointment. After that you either get an interview date or you get transferred to CSC and you'll be approved with no interview. But don't worry, I heard that the interview is not hard at all, so don't feel bad if you get one!
That's all, hope this helps my fellow kababayans and goodluck! Here's to hoping you have a happy life in the US, and have a smooth and RFE-free AOS journey!

You might ask that question directly at USCIS or maybe to the local consulate in your country,give them your generalities as well......they will "help" you in the most proper way.........................................

As a man talking to another man... run fast and leave this marriage. I feel that this is only the beginning and there's alot more to this behavior that you probably had not yet found out...

You might ask that question directly at USCIS or maybe to the local consulate in your country,give them your generalities as well......they will "help" you in the most proper way.........................................

You might ask that question directly at USCIS or maybe to the local consulate in your country,give them your generalities as well......they will "help" you in the most proper way.........................................

In the olde days, quite a few people got married for a Green Card only. They did their business transaction, the interview, and then split. A change in immigration law changed all of that when the "conditional" 2-year Green Card was introduced.
Now the couple has to file for Removal of Conditions 2 years after getting the first Green Card. Evidence of co-mingling of life and finances has to be submitted. The couple really has to live together, file taxes together, join their bank accounts, amend their lease or mortgage, life insurance, health insurance, and take photos of vacations and family festivities they attend together. Women can fake orgasms, men can fake interest, but faking a happy life together for two years without being cleaned our financially or becoming the target of blackmailing is pretty difficult to fake. For that reason, fake marriages have almost disappeared from the immigration landscape.

Are you really asking this question?
*sniff* *sniff* I smell fraud
We don't marry for green cards here, we marry for love

I understand that when you're looking at a hot sports car or a hot young girl, you can sometimes make a quick decision out of the spur of the moment, like buying that Lamborghini on credit or marrying the smoking hot chick from the Copacabana.
If the car or the chick doesn't perform as desired, it helps to have purchased a "money back guarantee." On the same token is "having a child by accident" to be seen. Having a child is not an accident. It happens if you don't use birth control or fail to pull out in time. That's not an accident, that's extremely irresponsible, as the outcomes does not only effect you, but two more people. So it appears to me that you show a pattern of making irrational decisions in the spur of the moment without using much or the capacity the Almighty himself has given you so generously.
my thoughts to you therefore: think, think first, and think carefully, before you make any further decisions that can have a life-changing effect.

Congratulations in here too!

Congratulations!! Let me know if you need help with AOS! Just did one myself - no RFE, 2.5 months GC in hand!

Wait, what the...? you have to deal with your ex, for you to take your fiancee home?? Buddy, I sense more threads coming lol
Did she pass CFO? and what you gonna do if they don't deliver the visa in time for your expected POE?
Anyway, congrats again.