What after marriage on K1 visa?

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6 minutes ago, Amor_eterno said:

Ohh.. Can't I get SSN number right now?

Probably not. With SSA offices being very slow due to COVID, it would take several weeks at which point your I-94 would be expired. 
 

27 minutes ago, Amor_eterno said:

Will I be able to travel within US when 90 days expire but before I get the some kind of answer from government?

I would say you can but it’s always best to travel with NOA1 from filing I-485. That way if you’re stopped by immigration authorities, you won’t encounter problems. 

[HRQX 4,145]

Also, note a SSN can be requested on the following forms:

• I-485; see page 2: https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-485.pdf (It's a recent development: https://www.uscis.gov/news/news-releases/uscis-expands-partnership-with-social-security-administration)
• I-765; see page 2: https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-765.pdf

[flicks1998 1,044]

Someone reported that there is a new option when you are applying for AOS you can check a box that you also want to apply for a SSN. Its a very recent change and is in some other section of this site. I’ll need to search for it as the person posting it didn’t start a new thread. 
 

Edit. Just saw @HRQXpost. 

Edited August 16, 2021 by flicks1998

[HRQX 4,145]

2 minutes ago, flicks1998 said:

I’ll need to search for it as the person posting it didn’t start a new thread. 

See my post above yours for the link ^^

[Amor_eterno 1]

1 hour ago, HRQX said:

See my post above yours for the link ^^

Thank you! You are very helpful. Anyone has an approximate information how long it would take for NOA1 to be received after sending paperwork for AOS? 

[HRQX 4,145]

2 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

Anyone has an approximate information how long it would take for NOA1 to be received after sending paperwork for AOS? 

Some have recently reported 2 to 4 weeks for NOA1:

 

An example of the optional cover letters:

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[Street Number and Name]

[City, State ZIP]

 

[Month Day, Year]

 

USCIS

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

 

RE: I-485, Application to Adjust Status

Applicant: [Applicant's Full Name]

A-Number: [A-Number]

 

To Whom It May Concern:

 

I’m filing my Employment Authorization (I-765) and Advance Parole Document (I-131) applications concurrently with this I-485 request.

 

I am enclosing the following documents in support of my application for Adjustment of Status:

1. Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status
2. Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
3. Filing and biometric services fees of $1225 in the form of a personal check payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security
4. Copy of my birth certificate, translation, and certificate of translation
5. Copy of my passport's biographic page and entry stamps
6. Copy of my K-1 visa
7. Copy of the I-129F approval notice
8. Electronic I-94 copy
9. Copy of my marriage certificate
10. Copy of my DS-3025, Vaccination Documentation Worksheet
11. Two identical passport-style color photographs
12. Form I-864, Affidavit of Support (include a bullet list below outlining the supporting documents)

I am requesting that your office promptly approve my request for Adjustment of Status. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at (000) 000-0000. Thank you for the time taken in this case.

 

Sincerely,

[Applicant's Full Name]

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[Street Number and Name]

[City, State ZIP]

 

[Month Day, Year]

 

 

 

 

USCIS

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

 

 

RE: I-765, Application for Employment Authorization

Applicant: [Applicant's Full Name]

A-Number: [A-Number]

 

 

To Whom It May Concern:

 

I’m filing my Adjustment of Status (I-485) and Advance Parole Document (I-131) applications concurrently with this request for an Employment Authorization Document (I-765). I’m filing the I-485 after July 29, 2007, and paying a one-time filing fee. Therefore, as an Adjustment of Status applicant, I am not required to pay additional USCIS fees for this I-765 request.

 

I am enclosing the following documents in support of my application for Employment Authorization:

1. Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization
2. Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
3. Copy of my birth certificate, translation, and certificate of translation
4. Copy of my passport's biographic page and entry stamps
5. Copy of my K-1 visa
6. Copy of the I-129F approval notice
7. Electronic I-94 copy
8. Copy of my marriage certificate
9. Two identical passport-style color photographs

I am requesting that your office promptly approve my request for an Employment Authorization Document. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at (000) 000-0000. Thank you for the time taken in this case.

 

Sincerely,

[Applicant's Full Name]

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[Street Number and Name]

[City, State ZIP]

 

[Month Day, Year]

 

 

 

 

USCIS

P.O. Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

 

 

RE: I-131, Application for Travel Document

Applicant: [Applicant's Full Name]

A-Number: [A-Number]

 

 

To Whom It May Concern:

 

I’m filing my Adjustment of Status (I-485) and Employment Authorization (I-765) applications concurrently with this request for an Advance Parole Document (I-131). I’m filing the I-485 after July 29, 2007, and paying a one-time filing fee. Therefore, as an Adjustment of Status applicant, I am not required to pay additional USCIS fees for this I-131 request.

 

I am enclosing the following documents in support of my application for Advance Parole:

1. Form I-131, Application for Travel Document
2. Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
3. Copy of my birth certificate, translation, and certificate of translation
4. Copy of my passport's biographic page and entry stamps
5. Copy of my K-1 visa
6. Copy of the I-129F approval notice
7. Electronic I-94 copy
8. Copy of my marriage certificate
9. Two identical passport-style color photographs

I am requesting that your office promptly approve my request for an Advance Parole Document. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at (000) 000-0000. Thank you for the time taken in this case.

 

Sincerely,

[Applicant's Full Name]

 

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10 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

This post says it's best to apply for SSN after marriage

https://tingenwilliams.com/2015/can-i-get-a-social-security-number-with-a-fiance-visa/2403/

That post is wrong.....There is a lot of misinformation out there.  Fortunately, you are now here, the very best source for ACCURATE immigration information!!   Good luck.

Edited August 16, 2021 by Crazy Cat

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5 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

Thank you! You are very helpful. Anyone has an approximate information how long it would take for NOA1 to be received after sending paperwork for AOS? 

We filed July 26. Got NOA paperwork Aug. 6 in the mail. 

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11 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

We thought to apply after marriage to have new surname on social security number. I entered US in the end of June and got married couple days ago. 

Totally understandable, but after the marriage you could have gone back to social security office and they would've updated the card with the new name on it.  Congrats on the marriage!

Edited August 16, 2021 by Ed&Midori1031

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12 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

Hello! We got married legally while on K1 visa and what would be next steps to do? When and how should we get social security number? Thank you ♥

The next step is to apply for Adjustment of Status.  Theres a guide here on this website which will help you, and of course plenty of supporters here who can help as well. 

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6 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

Thank you! You are very helpful. Anyone has an approximate information how long it would take for NOA1 to be received after sending paperwork for AOS? 

So I got married quite quickly after arriving and was still waiting for an appointment (at the time it was taking 4 weeks for me to get an appointment with the SSN office when I got here in January.) 

 

I had talked to the SSN employee and they had indicated it wouldn't matter if I used my married name.  Unfortunately I listened to them and my gut said I shouldn't have. I gave my married name (this was before I filed or AOS). It resulted in a name mismatch and I never did get my SSN early and had to apply for it with my AOS package. 

 

I applied for my AOS in April and I'm still waiting on any movement with my EAD but I have had my biometrics done and my I-485 status has been changed to "case ready to schedule for interview". I am hoping to see some movement on my EAD in the next month or two. 

 

hope that kinda helps with some timeline info and not to trust the SSN employees saying " you can use your married name, it doesn't matter" 😂

Edited August 16, 2021 by ashley_ann

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With Social Security still on lock down coupled with poor response via telephone interviews  getting an SSN can be complicated.   Try to make appointment with Social Security, then have in hand your passport, and marriage certificate.  With this you may get a card issued in the name appearing on the passport and i-94 documentation.  There has been some recent changes to this requirement by the Biden Administration but with Social Security Offices still playing  "hidey-hidey" sometimes things don''t go well.  We got the card and  number but still trying to get a card issued under her married name.

[TurtleMoss 17]

15 hours ago, Amor_eterno said:

Ohh.. Can't I get SSN number right now? As I understand next we need to fill out and send I-485 form for adjustment of status? Will I be able to travel within US when 90 days expire but before I get the some kind of answer from government?

The easiest and best way would have been to enter the US, apply for a SSN under your maiden name, get married, take your marriage cert back to the SSN office and change it to your married name. That's what I did in 2016.

 

You can travel within the US. The NOA-1 is your proof of authorized stay during the process. If you want to travel, take your NOA-1 with you as proof and your passport and marriage certificate, as there will be a name difference between your passport and NOA1 if you decide to fill out AOS with your married name. 

 

Do not travel outside of the US until you have been approved for your AP (I-131) or receive your GC. Leaving the country early will result in the abandonment of your AOS petition. 

Edited August 16, 2021 by TurtleMoss

[Amor_eterno 1]

Thanks everybody for advices how many passport style photographs should I include? Is 2 enough if I also file I-765 and I-131 together with AOS? Or how many should we?

 

Here is confusing info:

https://www.visatutor.com/k-1-visa-adjustment-of-status-checklist-with-preparation-guide/

Passport style photographs – 2 inch by 2 inch, 2 for each applicant, more if you include the I-765 or I-131.

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3 minutes ago, Amor_eterno said:

Thanks everybody for advices how many passport style photographs should I include? Is 2 enough if I also file I-765 and I-131 together with AOS? Or how many should we?

 

Here is confusing info:

https://www.visatutor.com/k-1-visa-adjustment-of-status-checklist-with-preparation-guide/

Passport style photographs – 2 inch by 2 inch, 2 for each applicant, more if you include the I-765 or I-131.

2 for each form so 6 in total.