Probably a stupid question...

[JFH 12,190]

I'm new to all this so I apologise if this is a stupid question. My boyfriend (US citizen) has proposed and I obviously said yes. We have decided to wait until after the wedding for me to move to the US and so we will be going down the CR1 route. I think I understand it all having read numerous guides and timelines but one thing I'm not sure about.

After the wedding I will return to the UK. I have read that we will then be separated during the paperwork process. Does this mean no travel at all? I work for an airline and have to travel frequently with work. How long will I be without a passport? Would I be able to travel to other countries during the paperwork process or do I need to look for another job?!?!

Thank you

[N-o-l-a 7,167]

I'm new to all this so I apologise if this is a stupid question. My boyfriend (US citizen) has proposed and I obviously said yes. We have decided to wait until after the wedding for me to move to the US and so we will be going down the CR1 route. I think I understand it all having read numerous guides and timelines but one thing I'm not sure about.

After the wedding I will return to the UK. I have read that we will then be separated during the paperwork process. Does this mean no travel at all? I work for an airline and have to travel frequently with work. How long will I be without a passport? Would I be able to travel to other countries during the paperwork process or do I need to look for another job?!?!

Thank you

You can travel all you want. After your interview the embassy will hold on to your passport for 1-2 weeks. That is it.

[JFH 12,190]

Thank you! That's good to hear.

[Penguin_ie 5,993]

Yep you can travel freely, including with work or on the visa waiver program to the USA.