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G+D   0

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Hey guys,

I'm new here and a little confused... :help: I'm so happy I found this forum and I want to thank you all for the helpful information!

Me (Bulgarian) and my fiance (American) just got engaged and we realize how long and painful the whole process of applying for visa, work permit and the immigration is going to be. And the only think we want is to be together... :luv: We've been a couple for almost 4 years and I don't want to stay apart just because of some bureaucracy rules!

I'm working in NJ until December 2007 on J1 visa. We got engaged and we're planing to get married in December or January. I have got so many questions though...

Since I'm staying in the USA for another 3-4 months is it possible for me to get some of these documents (visa, EAD or residence permission) within this period?

Where do you think is the best place to get married? In my home country or in USA? Should we get the marriage license and he can file for a K3 visa for me in the USA? But when we go the Bulgaria to have a nice ceremony are they going to let me come back here?

What is the quickest way for me the get EAD if I have already a SSN? I'm applying for a job now and I hope will be allowed to work starting at the end of my internship (in January or February...). What's the way?

I'll greatly appreciate any infos, tips and advice for my case! Thanks in advance!

2003-12-11 Met in Germany

2006-12-01 Arrived on J-1

2007-12-01 Got Married

2008-01-14 Sent I-130+AOS+AP+EAD application

2008-01-15 The application delivered (signed for by J MORONES)

2008-02-14 Checks cashed

2008-02-16 NOA1 received (I-130+AOS+AP+EAD), receipt date 02/12/08

2008-03-01 rejected the renewal of my driver's license based on the NOA's (can't drive any more...)

2008-03-04 Biometrics for I-485 and I-765

2008-03-05 RFE in mail (Birth Certificate needs to be in both languages)

2008-03-06 sent back RFE with a copy of the birth certificate and the translation

2008-03-15 Response to request for evidence received, and case processing has resumed.

2008-04-03 AP approved (Status: Approval notice sent)

2008-04-04 EAD approved (Status: Card production ordered)

2008-04-14 AP received

2008-04-14 Appointment letter received (scheduled for 05/22/08)

2008-04-15 EAD received

2008-05-22 Green card approved!!!!

2008-05-30 Green card is here

2010-04-05 Sent I-751 application to the Vermont Service Center

2010-04-07 The application delivered

2010-04-08 NOA1

2010-04-12 NOA1 received including the extension for 1 year

2010-05-24 Biometrics appointment

2010-06-30 Card production ordered :)

... waiting for the card

Scott & Lai Mentor

Scott & Lai   12

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Welcome to VJ, and congratulations! First thing would be to check the Guides and Visa FAQ at the top of the page. Most questions are answered there.

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Hello...welcome to VJ. I also suggest reading the Guides, along with Search for the answers to any questions you might have. They are valuable sources of information.

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Mags Grand Master

Mags   112

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The OP is currently over here on an F1 visa, the guides on here do not necessarily cover everything that she needs to know.

For non K1/2 visa holders, when applying for your Adjustment of Status, you will be required to obtain an Appendix A. Supplemental Form To I-693 (a.k.a. I-693A) to submit with your package.

The form looks like this:

http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dq/pdf/ti-03/appdx-a_693vacc.pdf

You will be asked to bring the vaccination worksheet copy you received from your civil surgeon abroad (DS-3025, http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dq/dsforms/3025.htm ) to your appointment with your civil surgeon in the United States so they can transfer your information onto the new supplemental form and place it in a sealed envelope which you DO NOT open..

To find a civil surgeon in your area please click here:

http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00048f3d6a1RCRD

Prices vary from surgeon to surgeon so you may want to call around and find the cheapest rate. Also, your price may change if you need any updated shots at your appointment (updated shots are required to adjust status). You do not need the whole medical done again though some surgeons may say you do.

From the USCIS website:

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Nancy2015 Proficient

Nancy2015   2

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Russia
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Hey guys,

I'm new here and a little confused... :help: I'm so happy I found this forum and I want to thank you all for the helpful information!

Me (Bulgarian) and my fiance (American) just got engaged and we realize how long and painful the whole process of applying for visa, work permit and the immigration is going to be. And the only think we want is to be together... :luv: We've been a couple for almost 4 years and I don't want to stay apart just because of some bureaucracy rules!

I'm working in NJ until December 2007 on J1 visa. We got engaged and we're planing to get married in December or January. I have got so many questions though...

Since I'm staying in the USA for another 3-4 months is it possible for me to get some of these documents (visa, EAD or residence permission) within this period?

Where do you think is the best place to get married? In my home country or in USA? Should we get the marriage license and he can file for a K3 visa for me in the USA? But when we go the Bulgaria to have a nice ceremony are they going to let me come back here?

What is the quickest way for me the get EAD if I have already a SSN? I'm applying for a job now and I hope will be allowed to work starting at the end of my internship (in January or February...). What's the way?

I'll greatly appreciate any infos, tips and advice for my case! Thanks in advance!

Welcome to VJ!

Make sure your J1 doesn't have a 2-year HRR. If it doesn't, then read the I-130 guide:

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Fandango Grand Master

Fandango   1,440

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Welcome :)

I'd look into marrying now and adjusting status. The crux is whether you had immigrant intent at the POE into America. If you came in not intending to marry, then this might be the fastest and most hassle free way to handle this sitch.

Look into it! Or anyone here correct me if I'm wrong?

G+D Newbie

G+D   0

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Filed: Lift. Cond. (apr) Country: Bulgaria
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thanks for all the answers!

You are right I think if we get married now and start the process while I am still in the USA it would be the best.

My J1 expires in December and I am allowed to stay one more month after that. If we file I-130, I-485 etc. am I going to be legal to stay until I get an approval/ green card even if my visa expires? I know it takes about 6 months to get it and my visa is valid for 4 more months only. What's your status while you are waiting for the approval/interview etc.?

When can I apply for EAD? Can I do this right after we file the petition or I need to wait for some answers (NOA1,2 ?? )?

I can easily prove that I didn't have immigrant intent when I arrived last year. I've been to the USA before to work and to visit and I always went back to Europe, we were actually living there for a while. I can proof all this with pictures, documents and so on.

Thanks again for you answers!

2003-12-11 Met in Germany

2006-12-01 Arrived on J-1

2007-12-01 Got Married

2008-01-14 Sent I-130+AOS+AP+EAD application

2008-01-15 The application delivered (signed for by J MORONES)

2008-02-14 Checks cashed

2008-02-16 NOA1 received (I-130+AOS+AP+EAD), receipt date 02/12/08

2008-03-01 rejected the renewal of my driver's license based on the NOA's (can't drive any more...)

2008-03-04 Biometrics for I-485 and I-765

2008-03-05 RFE in mail (Birth Certificate needs to be in both languages)

2008-03-06 sent back RFE with a copy of the birth certificate and the translation

2008-03-15 Response to request for evidence received, and case processing has resumed.

2008-04-03 AP approved (Status: Approval notice sent)

2008-04-04 EAD approved (Status: Card production ordered)

2008-04-14 AP received

2008-04-14 Appointment letter received (scheduled for 05/22/08)

2008-04-15 EAD received

2008-05-22 Green card approved!!!!

2008-05-30 Green card is here

2010-04-05 Sent I-751 application to the Vermont Service Center

2010-04-07 The application delivered

2010-04-08 NOA1

2010-04-12 NOA1 received including the extension for 1 year

2010-05-24 Biometrics appointment

2010-06-30 Card production ordered :)

... waiting for the card

Jason-Sasha Proficient

Jason-Sasha   1

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Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Russia
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I don't think you would have any problems with marrying before your visa expires (as long as your intent was not to stay) and adjusting your status. I have a 2 friends who married women from other countries while they were here working. Neither of them had any problems. But I'm not an expert. Good luck and welcome.

22 Jun 05 - We met in a tiny bar in Williamsburg, Va. (spent all summer together)

27 May 06 - Sasha comes back for a 2nd glorious summer (spent 8 months apart)

01 Jan 07 - Jason travels to Moscow for 2 weeks with Sasha

27 May 07 - Jason again travels to Moscow for 2 weeks of perfection

14 July 07 - I-129F and all related documents sent to VSC

16 July 07 - I-129F delivered to VSC and signed for by P. Novak

20 July 07 - NOA1 issued / receipt number assigned

27 Sep 07 - Jason travels to Moscow to be with Sasha for 2 weeks

28 Nov 07 - NOA2 issued...TOUCHED!...then...APPROVED!!!

01 Dec 07 - NVC receives/assigns case #

04 Dec 07 - NVC sends case to U.S. Embassy Moscow

26 Dec 07 - Jason visits Sasha in Russia for the 4th and final time of 2007 :)

22 Feb 08 - Moscow Interview! (APPROVED!!!)..Yay!

24 Mar 08 - Sasha and Jason reunite in the U.S. :)

31 May 08 - Married

29 Dec 08- Alexander is born

11 Jan 10 - AOS / AP / EAD package sent

19 Jan 10 - AOS NOA1 / AP NOA1 / EAD NOA1

08 Feb 10 - AOS case transferred to CSC

16 Mar 10 - AP received

16 Mar 10 - AOS approved

19 Mar 10 - EAD received

22 Mar 10 - GC received

Sand Experienced

Sand   5

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Hello And Welcome to Visa Journey :thumbs:

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My N-400 timeline, I hope it will help - Local Office (Chula Vista Field Office - San Diego)

10/01/2010: Application was sent.

10/04/2010: Application was received.

10/06/2010: Email received "Application has been received" & Noticed Date.

10/07/2010: "Touch"

10/08/2010: "Touch" & Check was Cashed

10/09/2010: NOA1 Received via mail.

10/22/2010: Status Changed Online "Request for evidence" It was for Biometrics.

10/25/2010: Request for evidence recieved "Biometrics Notice".

11/18/2010: Biometrics date ==> 11:00AM. Biometrics was taken On time.

12/03/2010: "Yellow Letter" Received.

12/06/2010: "Touch" Case Moved to "Testing and Interview".

12/08/2010: Interview Letter received via mail.

01/13/2011: Interview Date. Done, " Thanks To ALLAH, I Passed the Test.

01/18/2011: Oath Letter was Sent.

01/20/2011: Oath Letter Recieved via mail.

01/28/2011: Oath Date. ==> Done, I am a U.S. Citizen

01/31/2011: Applied for a U.S. Passport Book, And, U.S. Passport Card.

02/25/2011: Passport Book's Received.

02/26/2011: Passport Card's Received.

02/28/2011: Certificate Of Naturalization's Returned.

Game Over.

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AUBGER   0

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Filed: Lift. Cond. (apr) Country: Moldova
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Hey there

Welcome to VJ.

I've been studying in Bulgaria for 4 years. It's a very nice country.

I don't know what advice to give you but I know several cases when people for married while on a J-1 visa (PLEASE MAKE SURE NONE OF YOUR VISAS HAS A 2 YEARS RULE!!!! I have that on my very first visa and now i'm stuck home waiting for the time to pass. If I was in the states married, I wouldn't have had a chance of getting my status in the US adjusted). If you don't have that, I know there is a way to stay with no problems but I do think you would not be able to travel until getting Advance Parole and your AOS..

Good luck

Removal of conditions...

JJWashington Proficient

JJWashington   0

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Nigeria
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Hello and welcome to VJ

K-1 Visa Journey

03/10/2007 - Sent I-129F to NSC

06/05/2007 - Approved

06/25/2007 - NVC Case Number received

07/05/2007 - Fiance received Packets 3 and 4

09/06/2007 - INTERVIEW----- APPROVED

09/13/2007 - VISA IN HAND

09/14/2007 - POE AT JFK

10/26/2007 - Wedding

01/17/2008 - Email from CRIS that I-129 was approved!

AOS Journey

10/28/2007 - AOS mailed to Chicago via Federal Express

10/29/2007 - AOS received at Chicago

11/05/2007 - NOA for I-131, I-485, I-765

12/28/2007 - Biometrics

12/29/2007 - Case appeared on USCIS website

12/31/2007 - EAD Card Production Ordered; AP Approved

01/10/2008 - AP Received in mail

01/12/2008 - EAD Card Recieved in mail

07/24/2008 - AOS Interview

07/30/2008 -Card Production Ordered

08/11/2008 - GREEN CARD RECIEVED

04/30/2010 - ROC mailed to CA via USPS Express Mail

08/10/2010 - EAD Card Production Ordered; AOS Approved

04/24/2011 - Mailed N-400

05/12/2011 - Received I-797C

06/08/2011 - Biometrics

07/25/2011 - N-400 Interview

07/25/2011 - Oath Ceremony

MY HUSBAND IS A US CITIZEN!!!

 

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