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Trending Immigration DiscussionsTopic Popularity Poster #1 After N-400 Biometrics is scheduled, can we walk-in in advance like the I-485 biometrics?
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PSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this
spicynujac posted a topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures,
When we last entered the US, our immigration officer said "Oh, hmm I wonder if I could go ahead and change you an IR-1." The agent right next to him said "Yes, you can do that" and he acted surprised. His comments made it pretty clear he was going to erroneously issue us a CR-1 and he seemed to not even know he could change the visa status until his coworker advised him (THANK GOODNESS she overheard!). I don't know how onerous the process is to correct such an oversight but I'm glad we didn't have to find out!
Just wanted to pass this along in the hopes it saves someone from any problems with the wrong stamp being placed in the passport, as I've read about here before.... I would kindly remind the officer "We married >2 years ago. We can enter with an IR-1 visa now right?"-
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Traveled to Canada for 20 days after entering the U.S. on a K-1 visa (June 1–22). Seeking reentry under Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR).
Dovahkiinali0605 posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures,
I entered the U.S. on a K-1 visa on June 1st and left for Canada on June 2nd, remaining here for 20 days. I am now attempting to return to the U.S. through Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) using Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR). My K-1 visa is expired, but my I-94 is still valid. Am I ok?-
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Wrong USCIS application form filed by my lawyer!
narayan333 posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports,
Hello, so my wife came in k-1 visa to USA and we got married and all. We filled for work permit and green card together but while doing that my lawyer filed for I-130 no idea why. Will that application make my process for work permit and green card slow? If so how do I withdrawal that application? My lawyer isn’t helpful at all. I need some help…-
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Seeking advice for Thai/US couple - What US visa path to take?
PeachyTocker posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures,
My gf and I live in Thailand but spend 2-4months in the US per year. Once/if we have children age 5+, the time split would become vice versa. We have no plans to live full-time in the United States in the next 5 years, but I visit my family and friends 2-3x per year for 2-3 weeks at a time. I would love it if she can join me for those trips and experience that part of my life. What options do we have -- US visa wise, maybe a tourist or fiance visa later? Other?
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Abandoned AOS and now regret it
Mariammaria posted a topic in Adjustment of Status Case Filing and Progress Reports,
Please be nice, I know I made a mistake... But got my K1 approved and arrived in the US June 25, 2024 and applied for AOS February 25, 2025 -- then left the US (abandoned my AOS). Will I be banned for re-entry to the US -- even under a spouse visa?-
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US Citizen with Foreign Fiancé: When and How to Get Married?
gandalf1989 posted a topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures,
I'm currently living and working in the United States. My fiancé currently lives in Japan. We have been dating for about 6 months, and we have met in person several times, but we are not yet married.
My fiancé will be visiting me in the United States on a tourist visa some time in March or April and staying for about 3 months. I want to file for a fiance/spouse visa asap -- what's next?-
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Recent Immigration DiscussionsI-130 Petition for my Sister in Germany 
11:08 am today
R&OC
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2 RepliesDear all,
My sister and I have discussed a possible I-130 sponsorship. My guesstimate is that this will take about 10 years or am I overly optimistic?
Dual nationals 11:02 am today
Lizzy112233
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1 RepliesHi. Is anyone here a dual national of a country that isn't on the paused list? Did you reopen your DS260 after your interview letter to change your travel document? Did they issue you the visa? What was your embassy? Thanks.
After N-400 Biometrics is scheduled, can we walk-in in advance like the I-485 biometrics? 8:17 pm yesterday
EatBulaga
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2 RepliesAfter submitting the N-400, we got our "Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled".
When we got the I-485 biometrics appointment, the notice said the ASC (Application Support Center) was not accepting walk-in visits.
After reading many I-485 biometrics posts that walk-in ahead of schedule were successful, we took the chance and proceeded with an early walk-in ahead of our biometrics scheduled appointment.
https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/786775-july-2022-aos-filers/page/4/#findComment-10722883
Has any N-400 with biometrics appointment tried to walk-in in advance and succeeded? Thanks.
CEAC - I864 Financials for IR1 Spouse Visa Question 12:34 am yesterday
jiggaman97
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7 RepliesHello Everyone! I hope you are all doing well.
The petitioner is sponsoring the beneficiary for an IR1 spousal visa (Islamabad, Pakistan) and is currently at the CEAC stage. The case was approved this month. Since tax filings are due in April and the sponsor is able to upload documents now, I am hearing that the petitioner should upload financial documents/information for 2024, 2023, and 2022, and then provide 2025 financials as additional documents once April arrives. Is this correct - or should the order be 2025, 2024, 2023 - much appreciated!
IR with a stepchild 10:17 pm yesterday
MrsChizi
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3 RepliesI am thinking about filing a spousal visa. However my future husband has a daughter should we file for her too or bring him first then our daughter which would be faster?
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