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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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     Expired K-1 visa and have not started adjustment of status

    Expired K-1 visa and have not started adjustment of status

    Saved by Grace2 posted a topic in Adjustment of Status (Green Card) from K1 and K3 Family Based Visas,

    A relative of mine came to this country 13 years ago using a K-1 visa and after 90 days she got married to her now husband... but her American husband didn't start her adjustment of status. Would she face deportation?
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     N400: Admitted to Weed during Green Card (was it a crime I was not arrested for?)

    N400: Admitted to Weed during Green Card (was it a crime I was not arrested for?)

    Left Over posted a topic in US Citizenship General Discussion,

    To start, marijuana is illegal in my country of origin. When I was applying for my green card I admitted to trying marijuana when I was in my 20's (I'm 49 now). I got my green card and have lived in the US for 5 years. I'm in the process of applying for citizenship. What answer should I give to the question: "Have you EVER committed, agreed to commit, asked someone else to commit, helped commit, or tried to commit a crime or offense for which you were NOT arrested? Yes or No" given that I admitted to past marijuana use during the GC process?
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    Anyone has similar situation?
    9:34 pm yesterday

    chi4

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    I am a US citizen. Married 4 yrs ago . Has a daughter and wife living outside united . Filed i130 for my wife and daughter . USCIS says the application is approved for both. My daughter is still minor. I am having another child in a month's time outside united states who's was not included in the already i130 that just got approved

    Question 1. What next as the application has been approved? What do I have to do ?

    Question 2. Is my unborn baby a US citizen or do I have to file another i130 for the baby?

    3. How long before USCIS send an approved application to NVC in the designated country where the beneficiary resides?

    Thanks for your help



     
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    Documents to Prepare for Citizenship Interview
    8:59 pm yesterday

    Angela & Brendon



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    I have my Citizenship Interview tomorrow and just want to make sure I'm fully prepared. Here's my full list of documents and supporting materials - am I missing anything?

    Interview Notice (Form I797-C)
    Green Card (Original + Back to front copy)

    Tennessee issued Driver's License

    Current + expired passports

    Copy of N-400 application and supporting documents

    Marriage Certificate

    Our daughter's birth certificate

    Tax Returns (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)

    My i-94 wouldn't load for some reason, so I compiled all my travel outside of the US since I entered on my K1 visa back in 2021

    Employment History summary

    Employment verification letter from my work

    3 Months of Pay Stubs

    Proof of Address


    Thanks all!



     
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    Missed K1 Visa Document Review
    8:46 pm yesterday

    kyliebeth



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    My fianc mistakenly missed the document review that immediately followed his medical appointment.
    Should he still attend his interview or does he need to reschedule? Has anyone else had experience with this?


    Any and all insight would be much appreciated!



     
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    N-400 July 2025 Filers
    7:47 pm yesterday

    Happy1982

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    Hey everyone!

    Looks like I might be the first person here filing an N-400 application for July 2025! I'm planning to submit my application online in the next few days under the 3-year rule, but I'd love to hear from others who are also filing this month about their experiences and timelines.

    I have a trip coming up in September 2025, and I'm trying to figure out whether I should submit my application before or after I travel. My main concern is getting scheduled for an interview while I'm out of the country. Do you think it's realistic that I'd get an interview scheduled within the next two months, or does the process usually take longer?

    A couple of specific questions:

    • Is anyone else filing through the Miami, FL office?
    • Is anyone applying under VAWA?

    Thanks so much! Looking forward to hearing from you all and sharing this journey together.



     
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    Guam as POE
    7:46 pm yesterday

    DinaBill

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    Not wanting to get in any more trouble, I'll just say Dina got her Certificate.

    Looking at insane air prices now. Cheapest take you to S. Korea or Japan first. Dina veto'ed that and I

    agree. PAL is easiest but very expensive. Happy medium is MNL/GUM/HNL. Almost $500 less than PAL.

    Guam would become her POE. Has anyone heard good/bad about going thru there?? Also there is a 3 hr layover.

    I am assuming that is more than enough time to get thru immigration and to next gate? I can't imagine at 430am

    there would be much of an immigration line.



     
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    • Angela & Brendon

      Angela & Brendon

      I have my Citizenship Interview tomorrow and just want to make sure I'm fully prepared. Here's my full list of documents and supporting materials - am I missing anything?
       
      Interview Notice (Form I797-C)
      Green Card (Original + Back to front copy)
      Tennessee issued Driver's License 
      Current + expired passports
      Copy of N-400 application and supporting documents
      Marriage Certificate 
      Our daughter's birth certificate 
      Tax Returns (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
      My i-94 wouldn't load for some reason, so I compiled all my travel outside of the US since I entered on my K1 visa back in 2021
      Employment History summary
      Employment verification letter from my work 
      3 Months of Pay Stubs 
      Proof of Address

      Thanks all! 
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    • AlaMike

      AlaMike

      Well, the Journey is over. My wife became a US citizen on July 1st 2025.
      I want to thank all the people here for the help along the way.
      When we started this, I was just looking for information about the different visa options. And stumbled on to this site.
      Little did I know, that I would actually find a "second" family of friends, helpful resources and people willing to actually help a Newby along the way.
      We did all the paperwork from beginning to end ourselves; and yes some mistakes were made that costs time and money but it was learning experience and I hope that anyone reading our timeline, learns how to avoid them and make the right moves for their journey.
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    • lakyly

      lakyly

      Hi everyone,
      I’ve already received my NOA2 and have been waiting for my case number for about 2 months now.
      I’m planning to submit a public inquiry to the NVC, but I’m wondering:
       
      1. is it okay if the beneficiary submits the public inquiry to ask Case Number, or does it have to be the petitioner?
       
      2. how long does it usually take to receive the case number after submitting the public inquiry?
       
      Thanks in advance for your help
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    • SamTheAussie

      SamTheAussie

      Hello all,
       
      just a quick (and may be a silly one) question on time line for case status with USCIS.
       
      when you see “Estimated time until your case decision:” is updated; how you interpret the months shows? E.g., if “Estimated time until your case decision:“ shows 11 months, does it mean that 11 months are from the original receipt date? Or is it from the day the status was updated?
       
      Thanks in advance!
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    • MADE24

      MADE24

      Hello everyone I really need help right now my case is in US consulate Montreal but was placed on administrative processing but I’m back in my home country Nigeria and I’ve been having difficulty communicating with them in regards to the transfer of my case 
      if anyone knows their mobile number and email address for Immigrant cases please let me know 
      thank you for your assistance in advance.
       
       
      and another thing it’s been about two years since I went for my last interview and was refused based on the fact that I had outgrown my category and was told to wait 
      while transferring to another consulate do I need to also contact and NVC and notify them about it and does it affect my case in anyway.
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