any couples living between the US and UK?

[jessndave 0]

hello,

I am at three months since sending my k1 visa app, and am now awaiting the noa2. My scottish fiance is following me to the us while I have a work opportunity lasting one year, but I think we would like to return to the UK relatively soon afterward. I will go in January and wait for him to get approved, but I became concerned it may look bad in the interview if he says he really only wants to stay the year or up to two. And then of course we will need to process our marriage in the UK so I can come live with him. It now appears he may not even get his AOS and ability to work until just before we start heading back! are there any couples living between both countries? well just looking for some insight/advice. none of this seems worth it for just a year in the USA, but we want to be together!

thanks, jessica

[Ryan H 3,812]

Moved from IR-1/CR-1 Process & Procedures to UK regional forum; OP is not on spousal visa path and is asking if there are other couples in a similar situation.

[LeftCoastLady 441]

If he plans to come here on the K-1 while you're working, you should look ahead and think about the returning to the UK process. Be sure to read through the "Before you permanently move to the US" thread. As he's the British citizen, he'll need to ensure he has enough to support you.

hello,

I am at three months since sending my k1 visa app, and am now awaiting the noa2. My scottish fiance is following me to the us while I have a work opportunity lasting one year, but I think we would like to return to the UK relatively soon afterward. I will go in January and wait for him to get approved, but I became concerned it may look bad in the interview if he says he really only wants to stay the year or up to two. And then of course we will need to process our marriage in the UK so I can come live with him. It now appears he may not even get his AOS and ability to work until just before we start heading back! are there any couples living between both countries? well just looking for some insight/advice. none of this seems worth it for just a year in the USA, but we want to be together!

thanks, jessica

[TracyTN 237]

hello,

I am at three months since sending my k1 visa app, and am now awaiting the noa2. My scottish fiance is following me to the us while I have a work opportunity lasting one year, but I think we would like to return to the UK relatively soon afterward. I will go in January and wait for him to get approved, but I became concerned it may look bad in the interview if he says he really only wants to stay the year or up to two. And then of course we will need to process our marriage in the UK so I can come live with him. It now appears he may not even get his AOS and ability to work until just before we start heading back! are there any couples living between both countries? well just looking for some insight/advice. none of this seems worth it for just a year in the USA, but we want to be together!

thanks, jessica

He doesn't have to reveal his intentions unless he is specifically asked at interview (in which case, don't lie). It does seem like a bit of a waste of a K1 visa if you're not going to stay in the US past a year. There are implications if he gets his green card, you all move back to the UK and then eventually want to come back to the US - you'll have to start the process all over again since it's likely he won't be able to maintain his US permanent residency while being back in the UK. Just wanted to make sure you were aware.

Also as was mentioned above, you better research the new rules to bring a spouse into the UK. They are tougher now (income/$ based, cannot use a cosponsor) and it may put a dent in your plans. Here's the thread to read:

http://www.visajourn...move-to-the-us/

Edited October 11, 2012 by TracyTN

[Rebecca Jo 1,962]

Please read the link in my signature. It might help you think through things a bit more clearly.