Immigration Suspension Executive Order - MEGA THREAD

[Sweetdreaming 397]

4 minutes ago, Ela S. said:

Because it might be over before my visa expires.

fair enough, the chances of it not being extended in circa 60 days are very slim imo, i dont see how most will be back to work by then and unemployment will still be high unfortunately.

Edited April 22, 2020 by skjourney

[Sweetdreaming 397]

11 minutes ago, buzorgi said:

Spouse is USC, should we file my AOS now? Or wait on more details?

 

Also any idea if this will effect AP and EAD?

yes, USCIS is open - apply sooner the better. It seems likely the worst case you`ll be delayed with the suspension, but most reports have said spouses wouldnt be affected. Apply for the AP and EAD too.

[apellica 80]

8 minutes ago, nykolos said:

 

But it's not all for nothing, you have a visa and if it needs to be re-issued they'll re-issue it,  Having confidence in the system is what you got you to this point, don't give up on it now..

 

 

I don't have a problem with it being re-issued.  However, we will have to pay the visa fee and medical checkup fee all over again.  Plus, she needs to pay for a hotel stay and flight to get to the hospital.  The delay is one thing, but the money is another

 

Hoping for a positive outcome still....trying anyway.

[Andres1987 13]

2 minutes ago, apellica said:

I don't have a problem with it being re-issued.  However, we will have to pay the visa fee and medical checkup fee all over again.  Plus, she needs to pay for a hotel stay and flight to get to the hospital.  The delay is one thing, but the money is another

 

Hoping for a positive outcome still....trying anyway.

It's definitely harrowing, I'll update you today on my Embassy trip what they advise, they said to bring money in hand but if they waive it all the better.

[judyann811 39]

I mean, what is even the point of a K1 visa if when it comes to the crunch, if you're not a 'spouse' already, you're left out in the cold?? Its not as if it's a flippant tourist visa and we get married and adjust from there. We apply and wait out the process legally as an engaged couple planning to wed.

 

I know we dont have any clarification on the EO just yet but nowhere in any article that anyone has posted has mentioned the word 'fiance', and the EU/UK travel ban left us out of that too.

 

Edited April 22, 2020 by judyann811
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[mandsophia 160]

27 minutes ago, skjourney said:

“It has to be cleared legally,” Conway told reporters. “I know he’s itching to sign it, but it’s a matter of when it’s ready,” she said.

 

hopefully this means everything has got scaled back to keep it legal.

Hope so too. I feel for those who cannot activate their visas but hopefully this delay at least scales back what he wanted to do. The conflicting reports had begun to worry me, some saying family visas are exempt, some saying its ONLY for family visas etc.

 

[DelilahBrz 48]

10 minutes ago, judyann811 said:

I mean, what is even the point of a K1 visa if when it comes to the crunch, if you're not a 'spouse' already, you're left out in the cold?? Its not as if it's a flippant tourist visa and we get married and adjust from there. We apply and wait out the process legally as an engaged couple planning to wed.

 

I know we dont have any clarification on the EO just yet but nowhere in any article that anyone has posted has mentioned the word 'fiance', and the EU/UK travel ban left us out of that too.

 

I think the k1 is safe because it is a non-immigrant visa.... however adjusting status might get hairy. 
 

are you in the US? 

Edited April 22, 2020 by DelilahBrz

[Crazy Cat 41,984]

6 minutes ago, mandsophia said:

Hope so too. I feel for those who cannot activate their visas but hopefully this delay at least scales back what he wanted to do. The conflicting reports had begun to worry me, some saying family visas are exempt, some saying its ONLY for family visas etc.

 

The President of the United States has a great deal of authority when it comes to non-citizens entering the US......anything you see in the media before actually reading the EO is their spin and opinion only....not always based on fact.....everyone should just wait for the actual document.

Edited April 22, 2020 by Lucky Cat

[DGF 730]

6 minutes ago, mandsophia said:

some saying its ONLY for family visas etc.

That'd be rich. A ban to protect jobs that doesn't ban any work visas! Very doubtful that would be the case, but I'm on the fence if family visas will be exempt or not. If they are, I expect this "second order" will be to tighten the exemptions to potentially just spouses and their minor children.

[Dmitry07 52]

Whats the best way to enter US right now given travel suspended from Europe and Asia?

[judyann811 39]

8 minutes ago, DelilahBrz said:

I think the k1 is safe because it is a non-immigrant visa.... however adjusting status might get hairy. 
 

are you in the US? 

No unfortunately, I am in the UK. I have my K1 in hand, was supposed to travel on the 8th Apr and it expires on the 9th Jun. I had just come to terms with the idea of having to get it reissued as advised by the embassy here if it expires, but then this wonderful announcement has sent us (and everyone) into a state of panic 😔

 

It's always such a grey area with K1s in the technicality of it being non immigrant and immigrant, that's why I'm additionally confused! 

[mandsophia 160]

Just now, DGF said:

That'd be rich. A ban to protect jobs that doesn't ban any work visas! Very doubtful that would be the case, but I'm on the fence if family visas will be exempt or not. If they are, I expect this "second order" will be to tighten the exemptions to potentially just spouses and their minor children.

I saw a new outlet report it this morning, I forget who it was lol. That employer visas are exempt but family are blocked. It would be absurd but would I really be surprised? No. In a normal world. I assume only employer based greencards will be put on hold 

[Cyberfx1024 7,980]

2 minutes ago, mandsophia said:

I saw a new outlet report it this morning, I forget who it was lol. That employer visas are exempt but family are blocked. It would be absurd but would I really be surprised? No. In a normal world. I assume only employer based greencards will be put on hold 

But the thing is that they are putting their spin on things in order to get views or clickbait. Until it comes out then we won't know anything

[Crazy Cat 41,984]

1 minute ago, Jorgedig said:

A bluff?  I doubt that.  Trump has been quite transparent about his position on immigration, both legal and illegal.

100% correct.  This is no bluff.......What is your opinion on the exemption for medical workers?  I thought there were a lot of Nurses being furloughed.....

[stringpuller 74]

8 minutes ago, mandsophia said:

I saw a new outlet report it this morning, I forget who it was lol. That employer visas are exempt but family are blocked. It would be absurd but would I really be surprised? No. In a normal world. I assume only employer based greencards will be put on hold 

I hope so. I cant think for the life of me he would exclude immediate family considering he is married to an immigrant. But what do i know.