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    #1 fiance is from phillipines but lives in malta
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    #2 Part 5.a in the N400 - how to answer? When spouse became a citizen
    Citizenship Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 300 blank avatar Mpowie
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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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    When are you able to check CEAC portal for status?
    12:20 pm today

    Doodlebeatle

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    We received 797 approving k-1 and then email from NVC saying the case was sent to the Italian embassy. Yet we are still not able to check our status in the CEAC portal, in either the Non immigrant section or immigrant section (as recommended here). How long does it take until we can see? Beneficiary has just done DS-160 but now we are freaking out that we did it too early. The NVC letter had conflicting information. Do we schedule the interview or wait?

    thank you kindly.



     
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    Interview Scheduled
    11:36 am today

    JessnTrev



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    Good Morning

    I finally after 5 years got my I-797C letter scheduled my interview in December in Detroit. Back in August this year my husband filed for divorce. I have an immigration attorney who will he attending the interview with me. Honestly I am so scared. I need some advice and a run through of anyone's stories/suggestions and what questions I can be expected to be asked. Also a list of things for me to bring. Not completley familiar with working my way around this website so I am looking for some guidance in the right direction. Much appreciated and please be kind. Thank you.



     
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    Date of birth update
    4:39 am today

    Mhery



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    Its been almost 2 months since the update and decision has not been made yet, does anyone know how long it takes to get NOA2. I didn't even request the update.

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    I-864EZ, Part 3 Item Number 5 Alien Registration Number (A-Number)
    4:08 am today

    Trent and Rose



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    The I-130 Approval Letter Beneficiary Box wth Roses full name has an "A" followed by 9 numbers. Is this her Alien Registration Number (A-Number).

    Grok says:
    (This appears in the beneficiary field, likely a temporary or internal reference number used in the system for tracking, but not an A-Number or USCIS Online Account Number.)

    ChatGPT says:

    Yes based on the approval notice you posted, Rose DOES have an Alien Registration Number (A-number).

    Stupid AI's can't agree. So is that her A Number on the I-130 Approval letter in the Beneficiary Box?



     
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    I-864EZ, Part 3 Item Number 2 Immigrant Mailing Address.
    3:53 am today

    Trent and Rose



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    We are currently traveling Asia together after living in Palawan for 2 years. Should we use Rose's family address in the Philippines or my US address? The US address is more secure for receiving mail, but we don't want to imply that Rose is already in the US. Thank you



     
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      Josh B K  »  Cesarr

      Hello @Cesarr. I hope you are doing well. I wanted to check with you to ask if you've received any news from the NVC? Some people with DQ dates in October have started to receive appointments. Did you receive a message? 
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      Buenas Tardes, @AndreaJR. Quise preguntarte si recibiste una cita? Ví en facebook que algunas con DQ fechas en octubre ya han recibido un mensaje asignando su cita. 

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      you received a NOIR NOT NOID
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