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    #1 USA to UK immigration website like this one?
    		 - popularity rating: 875 hakkikt
    #2 How early do I start preparing for Ds260 & I864
    IR1/CR1 Visa Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 516 blank avatar yuyul
    #3 when to file form DS-160?
    K1 Visa Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 228 GabeJJ
    #4 Passport application confusing
    		 - popularity rating: 182 Babu Frik
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    Green Card Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 176 VNMH

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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?
    • 32 replies
     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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    Passport application confusing
    11:04 pm yesterday

    Babu Frik



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    None of these apply, do I need to provide anything from here?

    They also ask for the A number. Is that needed if already naturalized?

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    About to start my wife's I-485
    10:44 pm yesterday

    VNMH



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    Hi everyone. I and my spouse are about to start preparing her I-485 and her work permit. So far, we have had our joint bank account, her SSN, the exemplified marriage certificate and utility bills together. We got married a month ago. Please give us advice. Thank you so much!



     
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    How early do I start preparing for Ds260 & I864
    5:25 pm yesterday

    yuyul

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    Hello again!

    Just wanted to give a quick update we submitted the I-130 petition (consular processing) on December 24. According to the USCIS site, it looks like we might still have around 10 months to go.

    I m currently on my third visit with my husband and was wondering is it too early to start getting things ready for the DS-260 and I-864?

    If it s not too soon, what should I try to bring back with me from him?

    He s not very tech-savvy, so it ll be tough for him to prepare the paperwork without help. Plus, he s self-employed, which might make things a little more complicated.


    I ve collected more evidence of our marriage like a shared bank statement, a joint credit card, and more recent photos for the second part of the process. But I m not sure what else I should be doing while we wait.

    Would love any advice you can give!



     
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    when to file form DS-160?
    2:56 pm yesterday

    GabeJJ



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    HI everyone, I just confused as to when I am supposed to file form DS-160 for my fiance. As of now, USCIS has approved the petitions and sent it over to the NVC. we are waiting for a letter from the NVC. should I wait until I receive my case number from the NVC or should I go ahead and submit my DS-160 anyway?
    Also, should my fiance (beneficiary) file this form of can I do file it on her behalf?



     
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    USA to UK immigration website like this one?
    1:08 pm yesterday

    hakkikt



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    thank you VJ for all your help previously in getting my wonderful husband to america! we are now, years later, considering moving us both back to his home country UK. is there a website you know of that is similar to Visa Journey for this? or any good resources we may not be aware of? thank you for your time



     
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