How soon can you travel after marriage?

[Ovi 0]

Hello,

I am just trying to do a little planning ahead of time. I was wondering, after my fiancee is aproved for the K-1 visa, she comes to the US and we get married, how long after that is she alowed to leave the country and come back without any troubles. I see that the green card can take up to a year in Vermont.

I will apply for the EAD asap.

Thanks.

[Otto 83]

Once married - file for AOS (at same time, file for EAD and AP - advance parole). AP will allow re-entry to the US - typically AP takes 30-60 days (for non-emergency AP).

[Minya's wife 25]

Once married - file for AOS (at same time, file for EAD and AP - advance parole). AP will allow re-entry to the US - typically AP takes 30-60 days (for non-emergency AP).

AP = Form I-131 (Application for Travel Document - AP) You apply for it at the same time as you apply for the green-card (I-485). You'll fill out 3 petitions at that time; the I-485 (the AOS), the I-131 (Travel Document) and the I-765 (Employment Authorization).

The I-131 and I-765 are optional, and are covered int he cost of the AOS, but a very good idea to fill out and send off....both the EAD and the AP will take on average two months to be approved, while the green-card can sometimes take longer to be approved. If you have the EAD you can work while you wait for the green-card, and if you have the AP, you can travel while your AOS is pending.

Look through the applicable Guide, for more information.

[Slightly Bonkers 0]

Personally I think 60-90 days is a better estimate for the AP and EAD.

[Ovi 0]

Hey guys,

thank you so much for your help. You are awesome!