Change Status from B1/B2 to O1-A visa [edited title]

[SalishSea 17,981]

14 minutes ago, Family said:

I believe this cart is pulled by same employer and attorney ( that filed the I-140 in que for consular process)…and OP was advised to enter as Canadian visitor.,.and on entry same employer/attorney would do concurrent I-129 ( premium processing) AND I -of course with the simultaneous I-539 to change status…and I-485 as soon as approved ..timing of the essence 
 

OP is wanting re-assurance that IF that falls through, his I-140 won’t be jeopardized as back up…because he IS NOT currently in the US and would indeed need to enter with stated …of “ visit” ..and silent reality of “ my employer’s attorney said I can come and premium process an O and I-485..

 

But , I could be wrong.

 

But…..that would be lying to CBP about intent…..

[Leeching Spouse 87]

26 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

But…..that would be lying to CBP about intent…..

Agree. It is probably easier to ride the coattails of our spouses.

[TBoneTX 45,663]

Thread title has been edited as OP requested.

Multiple bickering and TOS-violating posts have been removed.

OP, suggesting that others not post is a very clear TOS violation.  Knock it off.

Furthermore, all accusatory bickering stops now, or accounts will be suspended.

Finally, the OP and another participant have abused the "report" function, an action that also warrants suspension.

 

Thanks for your immediate attention and compliance.

 

VJ Moderation

Edited July 19, 2022 by TBoneTX

[Leeching Spouse 87]

Hi everyone, thank you for your help in clarifying my options. My I-129 for O1A visa was just approved.

 

1) How long does it typically take for the physical I-797 copy to arrive at my lawyers and employer?

 

2) Can I get the O1A visa stamp at a Port of Entry along the Mexico-US border (rather than the Canadian-US border)? I am a Canadian citizen.

Edited October 15, 2022 by Leeching Spouse