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F1 student got married with US citizen

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Palina Minalto   0

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Hello there! I'm Polina, a new member here, still figuring out how everything works here. It is very interesting to know your opinion about my situation. I am an F-1 student, who got married with a citizen inside the US. 2 months after marriage, I realized that it is difficult for us to pay for my college and now there is a threat that I will be left without status. We have not yet submitted the documents, we will send them in a few days. How do you think this will affect my case?
Also, I'd be happy to get your advice about the evidence of the reality of marriage. In addition to many photos, we made a joint bank account and I am included in the car insurance. Since there are no joint rent bills or tax returns (now we live with his parents and before we lived with our friend and paid him cash), I have attached receipts for my husband's school and insurance payments for the year. What else do you think I can add to my documents?
Thanks to all of you in advance!

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Crazy Cat Grand Master

Crazy Cat   41,904

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I assume you plan to file for Adjustment of Status rather than a CR-1.  I would certainly file before losing status.  Sounds like you might need a Joint Sponsor.  Has the PRIMARY sponsor (spouse) been paying taxes?  I would have the parents draw up a simple lease to show housing arrangements.

 

 

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In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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Crazy Cat   41,904

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***Moved to Adjustment of Status from WST visas forum***

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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Crazy Cat Grand Master

Crazy Cat   41,904

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46 minutes ago, Palina Minalto said:

2 months after marriage, I realized that it is difficult for us to pay for my college and now there is a threat that I will be left without status.

I would not mention this, in any way, unless asked by the interviewer.   

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"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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