Advance Parole to travel to Canada

[Kacey8361 87]

Just now, geowrian said:

The ability to leave was never in question.

The ability to leave under emergency circumstances and not have my application scrapped was. That was my initial query - not the million other assumptions that were made. 

[Villanelle 4,122]

It really is interesting to see how other countries do immigration compared to the US system! Seeing how it is there it does make sense the OP considered spousal immigration first but it seems she worked it all out and properly went with the K visa.

 

@Kacey8361 Can you please explain what you posted in more detail? Who approved you to leave? The consulate? CBP? Is CBP letting you enter as a tourist? Have you entered yet? Its not very helpful to others to just have an update that says it worked out with out any details of exactly what happened. 

[Boiler 46,336]

Why do you need approval to leave?

[Kacey8361 87]

58 minutes ago, Boiler said:

Why do you need approval to leave?

Without approval, I ran the risk of my K-1 visa and application being forfeited. The K-1 Visa is only valid for a “one-time entry”. This is outlined clearly once your K-1 is approved and issued. Just so happened that my ex-husband/father of my children had a stroke the day before we entered the US. I had to consult directly with USCIS to be granted permission to leave the US and return to Canada to bring my kids to see their father (his future is very unstable at this point). I did not want to run the risk of having to start over - we can all appreciate how much time and effort goes into the K-1 process. 
 

@Villanelle I had to speak some “higher-ups” at USCIS  and put my unique scenario into writing (email). Also, send copies of everything via email as well. 
 

I think they also had to consult with CBP and Montreal. Not even exactly sure what took place behind the scenes. wish I knew who was all involved as I feel personally indebted to them for going the extra mile to allow me such a privilege. I understand wholly that this type of thing is not taken lightly and not given to every person. 
 

I am truly truly thankful. 
 

with all that being said, I would like to remind others that this site it a site for advice, direction, and often hope. I was saddened to see so many people so quick to say “not a chance” and such, rather than give advice. This is an unfortunate scenario, not one I would wish on anyone. I was not coming her for permission but rather to find those that had the ability to understand, guide, and offer some help. I was astonished at many of the responses from others, and then those who took it upon themselves to draw assumptions.  It has lessened my faith in my peers on this site and has certainly ‘cheapened’ the experience. I only hope that for anyone going through my unfortunate circumstances will find this thread and be offered a ray of Hope. Also, as a reminder - if something so urgent and important does occur, to report directly to USCIS rather than take words offered here as gospel. 
 

where there’s a will, there’s a way. And while the whole Visa process seems daunting and almost autonomous - there are real people that stand behind these policies and process these applications that are willing to listen and understand! Again, much gratitude for them, for the process, and for those that are here to truly help. 
 

cheers. 

[Kacey8361 87]

On 12/7/2019 at 8:59 PM, Villanelle said:

Looking at that it would seem they used common law marriage to get him residency there. Unless I am missing something... It still doesnt rub me right though for them to claim to be in a common law marriage for CA immigration and to claim to be single to US immigration. 

In Canada we were allowed to remain as common law when my partner moved there from the USA. 100% legit and legal. No marriage necessary. In the US you are not allowed to immigrate based on Common law status. Whether that rubs you the right way or not - we have been 100% truthful and legit through this entire process and in the end does not matter how it makes you feel. 

Edited December 9, 2019 by Kacey8361
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[Boiler 46,336]

So permission to leave was permission to return.

 

So you are not getting married in this period, K1 is reaffirmed and you will re enter on a K1 and marry.

[SalishSea 18,236]

1 hour ago, Kacey8361 said:

I was astonished at many of the responses from others, and then those who took it upon themselves to draw assumptions. 

People naturally draw assumptions when you present incomplete stories, as your posting history suggested.

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