How soon after receiving CR-1 do you have to go to the States?

[bakphx1 789]

If you aren't in a hurry, wait until a year after marriage, then file.  Once you've been married 2 years you get an IR1, which saves having to do the AOS after two years. 

[D+K 0]

11 minutes ago, bakphx1 said:

If you aren't in a hurry, wait until a year after marriage, then file.  Once you've been married 2 years you get an IR1, which saves having to do the AOS after two years. 

Thanks for the suggestion - this only worries me regarding proof of domicile when it's time to apply and I've been living in a different country for over 2 years... is this a concern?

 

I am also worried about proving financial stability because I will not have US income. Will a co-sponsor cover this issue completely?

[bakphx1 789]

2 minutes ago, D+K said:

Thanks for the suggestion - this only worries me regarding proof of domicile when it's time to apply and I've been living in a different country for over 2 years... is this a concern?

 

I am also worried about proving financial stability because I will not have US income. Will a co-sponsor cover this issue completely?

It's hard to say without knowing your circumstances. When you decide to move maybe based on getting a job which may qualify you then or if you sell property or have savings it may be enough to qualify as a sponsor. A lot of that just depends on when you move, what will be the deciding factor? If your husband is able to land a job ahead of time he may be able to show proof of employment.