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    US Citizenship Progress Reports    		 - popularity rating: 1855 Drowned Pirate
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    IR1/CR1 Visa Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 1170 blank avatar Grace Zambrano
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    PSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this

    PSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this

    spicynujac posted a topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures,

    When we last entered the US, our immigration officer said "Oh, hmm I wonder if I could go ahead and change you an IR-1."  The agent right next to him said "Yes, you can do that" and he acted surprised. His comments made it pretty clear he was going to erroneously issue us a CR-1 and he seemed to not even know he could change the visa status until his coworker advised him (THANK GOODNESS she overheard!).  I don't know how onerous the process is to correct such an oversight but I'm glad we didn't have to find out!
     
    Just wanted to pass this along in the hopes it saves someone from any problems with the wrong stamp being placed in the passport, as I've read about here before....  I would kindly remind the officer "We married >2 years ago.  We can enter with an IR-1 visa now right?"
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     Traveled to Canada for 20 days after entering the U.S. on a K-1 visa (June 1–22). Seeking reentry under Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR).

    Traveled to Canada for 20 days after entering the U.S. on a K-1 visa (June 1–22). Seeking reentry under Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR).

    Dovahkiinali0605 posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures,

    I entered the U.S. on a K-1 visa on June 1st and left for Canada on June 2nd, remaining here for 20 days. I am now attempting to return to the U.S. through Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) using Automatic Visa Revalidation (AVR). My K-1 visa is expired, but my I-94 is still valid. Am I ok?
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     Wrong USCIS application form filed by my lawyer!

    Wrong USCIS application form filed by my lawyer!

    narayan333 posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports,

    Hello, so my wife came in k-1 visa to USA and we got married and all. We filled for work permit and green card together but while doing that my lawyer filed for I-130 no idea why. Will that application make my process for work permit and green card slow? If so how do I withdrawal that application? My lawyer isn’t helpful at all. I need some help…
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     Seeking advice for Thai/US couple - What US visa path to take?

    Seeking advice for Thai/US couple - What US visa path to take?

    PeachyTocker posted a topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures,

    My gf and I live in Thailand but spend 2-4months in the US per year. Once/if we have children age 5+, the time split would become vice versa. We have no plans to live full-time in the United States in the next 5 years, but I visit my family and friends 2-3x per year for 2-3 weeks at a time. I would love it if she can join me for those trips and experience that part of my life. What options do we have -- US visa wise, maybe a tourist or fiance visa later? Other?
     
     
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     Abandoned AOS and now regret it

    Abandoned AOS and now regret it

    Mariammaria posted a topic in Adjustment of Status Case Filing and Progress Reports,

    Please be nice, I know I made a mistake... But got my K1 approved and arrived in the US June 25, 2024 and applied for AOS February 25, 2025 -- then left the US (abandoned my AOS). Will I be banned for re-entry to the US -- even under a spouse visa?
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     US Citizen with Foreign Fiancé: When and How to Get Married?

    US Citizen with Foreign Fiancé: When and How to Get Married?

    gandalf1989 posted a topic in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures,

    I'm currently living and working in the United States. My fiancé currently lives in Japan. We have been dating for about 6 months, and we have met in person several times, but we are not yet married.
    My fiancé will be visiting me in the United States on a tourist visa some time in March or April and staying for about 3 months. I want to file for a fiance/spouse visa asap -- what's next?
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    Renew Green Card or Apply for Citizenship?
    11:00 am today

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    Hello everybody! This site was a huge help to me years ago when bringing my wife over from India on a K1 visa and adjusting status to permanent residence/green card. Her 10 year green card is going to expire in 2029, and I am trying to decide what to do, as to renewing it or adjusting to citizenship. We have good reasons for keeping her on a green card, because myself and our kids have OCI cards (basically indian version of a green card) because of her citizenship in India. that makes travel very easy for us, and doing things over there, etc. Will they be keen on a green card renewal? or will they not prefer that, because they rather everybody adjust to citizenship if they are living permanently?

    I am not too sure what all is required of the citizenship application/test. Her english is still not that great, nor reading and comprehending. I heard they ask history questions as well? which she wouldnt know anything about either, at this time. So based on this information, what would you all suggest? Could we get away with 1 more renewal before needing to adjust to citizenship, or does that need to be done this time around?

    Thank you all so much for the help!



     
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    I 485 for asylum
    10:52 am today

    isa18

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    Hello everyone! I would like to know if anyone here has applied for adjustment of status based on asylum and if you did so on your own? We are a family of three: my husband (a derivative on my application), my son (a derivative on my application), and myself. We are trying to handle this process on our own, and I would love to know if anyone else has been in this same situation.



     
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    I130 spousal visa lawyer area Orlando florida
    4:51 am today

    Grace Zambrano

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    Hello, my husband will start the spousal visa process soon. He is in orlando florida and will be sponsoring me from canada. Any good lawyers available to expedite this process? I heard waiting period is around 18-24 months. That's way too long. Please advise



     
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    I 751
    5:21 pm yesterday

    Layali lola

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    I reported my ex husband to uscis for marriage fraud and I have evidence of that ! I want to know if he will get his 10 years green card because now he hired an immigration lawyer. Thank you



     
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    N400 interview, received rfe
    2:53 pm yesterday

    Drowned Pirate



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    Had my interview last week for my n400. RFE received due to dates in previous address lived. got confused with the dates. Is this a denial?



     
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