chances on coming back after deportation?

[Daniel G 2]

7 minutes ago, geowrian said:

Alcohol abuse is a form of substance abuse.

They will generally request a psych eval to determine if there is an ongoing substance abuse issue - namely to determine if there is a risk to yourself or others. Given how recent the DUI was, this is probably on the table.

Any steps taken to address a possible issue (rehab, AA, etc.) would likely be factors in that decision.

I understand. Im not a drinker. It was just a one time thing.

thank you so much for answering all my questions. do you have any other tips you suggest?

[carmel34 3,646]

18 hours ago, Daniel G said:

I understand. Im not a drinker. It was just a one time thing.

thank you so much for answering all my questions. do you have any other tips you suggest?

My advice is to talk all this through with your girlfriend, the US citizen.  She needs to know the details of your DUI, your ten-year bar from entering the US, anything else from your past that she doesn't already know, that it may take 2-3 years, that there is no guarantee of success at the end of a long and very expensive visa process.  She should be part of your decision process, since she has children and cannot leave the US to live with you, so if, after the very long wait to be together, you are denied a visa to enter the US.  Then what will she do?  If you are married at that point, would she file for divorce?  These are serious, emotional, and life-changing decisions so make them together.  In addition, she is the one who will file the spousal visa or fiance visa petition on your behalf, so for her to be familiar with the process, costs, length of time, possible risk of denial at the end, etc. is very important.  Long distance relationships are difficult to maintain.  I know, my husband and I lived very far apart for two years and it is frustrating and expensive to visit each other.  Both of you need to know all of this before going down this road if you decide to try to make it work.  Good luck!

[Daniel G 2]

2 hours ago, carmel34 said:

My advice is to talk all this through with your girlfriend, the US citizen.  She needs to know the details of your DUI, your ten-year bar from entering the US, anything else from your past that she doesn't already know, that it may take 2-3 years, that there is no guarantee of success at the end of a long and very expensive visa process.  She should be part of your decision process, since she has children and cannot leave the US to live with you, so if, after the very long wait to be together, you are denied a visa to enter the US.  Then what will she do?  If you are married at that point, would she file for divorce?  These are serious, emotional, and life-changing decisions so make them together.  In addition, she is the one who will file the spousal visa or fiance visa petition on your behalf, so for her to be familiar with the process, costs, length of time, possible risk of denial at the end, etc. is very important.  Long distance relationships are difficult to maintain.  I know, my husband and I lived very far apart for two years and it is frustrating and expensive to visit each other.  Both of you need to know all of this before going down this road if you decide to try to make it work.  Good luck!

you tare the best. thank you so much for taking the time to replay. god bless you ans your husband. 

[geowrian 22,337]

On 4/17/2020 at 3:42 PM, Daniel G said:

I understand. Im not a drinker. It was just a one time thing.

thank you so much for answering all my questions. do you have any other tips you suggest?

No accusation from me. haha I'm just saying a recent DUI would probably be a factor in their consideration.

As for tips, the best I can say is always be upfront and honest, especially with your SO. Research. Once you understand the process, a lot of anxiety seems to fade away.

Ask questions as needed.

Best wishes!

Edited April 18, 2020 by geowrian

[Daniel G 2]

On 4/18/2020 at 10:28 AM, carmel34 said:

My advice is to talk all this through with your girlfriend, the US citizen.  She needs to know the details of your DUI, your ten-year bar from entering the US, anything else from your past that she doesn't already know, that it may take 2-3 years, that there is no guarantee of success at the end of a long and very expensive visa process.  She should be part of your decision process, since she has children and cannot leave the US to live with you, so if, after the very long wait to be together, you are denied a visa to enter the US.  Then what will she do?  If you are married at that point, would she file for divorce?  These are serious, emotional, and life-changing decisions so make them together.  In addition, she is the one who will file the spousal visa or fiance visa petition on your behalf, so for her to be familiar with the process, costs, length of time, possible risk of denial at the end, etc. is very important.  Long distance relationships are difficult to maintain.  I know, my husband and I lived very far apart for two years and it is frustrating and expensive to visit each other.  Both of you need to know all of this before going down this road if you decide to try to make it work.  Good luck!

do you feel I have a good chance here from your experience?