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Visiting the US while I-130 is processing from Canada

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Hi Everyone! My I-130 is in processing, and I was invited to a wedding in the US. Am I able to fly over for the weekend for the wedding while my I-130 is in processing? And if so, is there a form or something that I need to fill out as a visitor from Canada?

 

Also, my US husband and I are currently living in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and will be attending together.

 

Thank you for your help!

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The I-130 process, in itself, does not prohibit your visiting the US.  All entries into the US by other than any non-citizen, it at the discretion of the CBP officer.

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

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Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

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In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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10 minutes ago, missileman said:

The I-130 process, in itself, does not prohibit your visiting the US.  All entries into the US by other than any non-citizen, it at the discretion of the CBP officer.

Thank you for your reply. So I do not require additional paperwork? I am used to being able to travel for weekends to the US, and am unfamiliar with the hurdles the i-130 brings.

 

I did see that I should bring my lease agreement, etc to show ties to Canada if requested.

Crazy Cat Grand Master

Crazy Cat   42,035

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Just now, mkimimi said:

Thank you for your reply. So I do not require additional paperwork? I am used to being able to travel for weekends to the US, and am unfamiliar with the hurdles the i-130 brings.

 

I did see that I should bring my lease agreement, etc to show ties to Canada if requested.

Evidence to show that you will return to Canada is a good idea since you have established immigrant intent....good luck in your journeys.

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

debbiedoo Experienced

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you can come here. my fiance does it every other week. having a pending petition does not prohibit visiting.

 

take proof of ties to canada. also in your case since you are coming for a wedding, bring the invitation with you in case they ask. I can tell you my fiance rarely has many questions when he crosses other than where are you going and how long will you be there.

i 485, 130, EAD and AP

04/09/2019    NOA1 received/check cashed i 485 and 130 (direct adjustment)

11/7/2019      Interview- Norfolk

11/10/2019    APPROVED (notification rec'd 11/10, approval dated 11/8)

DONE FOR TWO YEARS!!! ;)

 

Filed everything ourselves with no RFE's or delays.

 

CR1 for Child under 21 (20 at time of filing)- Filed by LPR Spouse for his son

4/4/20     Mailed packet

4/12/20   NOA1 rec'd

10/14/21 (havent heard anything... when do i start to get worried?)

9/15/22 APPROVED! Now to wait for NVC and interview....

 

ROC

10/14/21 Mailed to AZ PO Box. Let the waiting begin. Again.

10/16/21 Received at PO Box

10/19/21 Received Text NOA1

10/23/21 Received Mailed NOA1

 

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44 minutes ago, debbiedoo said:

you can come here. my fiance does it every other week. having a pending petition does not prohibit visiting.

 

take proof of ties to canada. also in your case since you are coming for a wedding, bring the invitation with you in case they ask. I can tell you my fiance rarely has many questions when he crosses other than where are you going and how long will you be there.

Thank you. Good idea!

debbiedoo Experienced

debbiedoo   2,339

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1 minute ago, mkimimi said:

Thank you. Good idea!

If you are flying, youll also have a return ticket booked as proof, too :)

i 485, 130, EAD and AP

04/09/2019    NOA1 received/check cashed i 485 and 130 (direct adjustment)

11/7/2019      Interview- Norfolk

11/10/2019    APPROVED (notification rec'd 11/10, approval dated 11/8)

DONE FOR TWO YEARS!!! ;)

 

Filed everything ourselves with no RFE's or delays.

 

CR1 for Child under 21 (20 at time of filing)- Filed by LPR Spouse for his son

4/4/20     Mailed packet

4/12/20   NOA1 rec'd

10/14/21 (havent heard anything... when do i start to get worried?)

9/15/22 APPROVED! Now to wait for NVC and interview....

 

ROC

10/14/21 Mailed to AZ PO Box. Let the waiting begin. Again.

10/16/21 Received at PO Box

10/19/21 Received Text NOA1

10/23/21 Received Mailed NOA1

 

 
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