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    PSA: If entering the USA 2 years after marriage, kindly remind the immigration officer of this
    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).
    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!
    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?
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    Abandoned AOS and now regret it
    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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    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.
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    Household Size
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    My spouse (the one applying for Adjustment of Status) and I live with my parents. They do not sponsor her. I put only myself on the Affidavit of Support because I support her and am her sole sponsor. On the household size for the I-485, I put 2 (me and her). We have an interview next week and I'm wondering if I should have put 4 instead on household size to account for my parents as well. Do I need to correct it to 4, and if so, how would I do that?



     
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    Friend from Russia - USA visa interview in December QUESTIONS
    7:05 am today

    thewildeguys



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    Hello all,

    My friend has her interview in Bucharest Romania on December 30th. Our plan was for her to visit me in Atlanta in early January.

    She found an agency and "supposedly" they helped her fill out the forms. But she sent me this and now I am concerned:

    Travel Information
    The List of Purposes of Trip to the U.S.
    Purpose of Trip to the U.S. (1): TEMP. BUSINESS OR PLEASURE VISITOR (B)
    Specify: BUSINESS OR TOURISM (TEMPORARY VISITOR)

    (B1/B2)
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    Provide a complete itinerary for your travel to the U.S.:
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    Date of Departure from U.S.: 12 MAY 2026
    Address where you will stay in the U.S.: 133 GREENWICH ST
    City, State, Postal/Zip Code: NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10006

    I have no idea why they put New York. Are the listed Specific travel plans "set in stone" or does the officer know this is a guess/approximation? There is no reason for her to go to NY.

    Thanks for any advice.....

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    State Department Adds $1 Entry Fee for Diversity Visa Applicants
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    Additional evidence I-485 and I-130
    9:08 pm yesterday

    Garko86

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    Hello

    I submitted the I-130 for my spouse's F2A visa in April, with the evidence of bona fide marriage we had at the time.

    My spouse then submitted the I-485 adjustment of status in September, with a significant amount of additional evidence of bona fide marriage.

    Will that additional evidence submitted in Sep automatically get considered by USCIS for the I130 approval?

    If not, what's the best way to add that to the existing I130? Should I print and mail to USCIS with a cover letter explaining this is additional evidence for an existing I130?

    Thanks so much



     
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    No Records of Vaccines from 30–40 Years Ago (Though I Received Them)
    9:02 pm yesterday

    spider1988



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    Let me first explain my situation. I am 42 years old and originally from another country. For Form I-693, I was told I need four vaccines (Hepatitis B, MMR, Polio, and Tdap). I know I received these vaccines back home 30 40 years ago, but I have no records. I even asked my parents, and they said that at that time paperwork for vaccinations was not typically provided.

    Is there a way to verify through a blood test whether I already have immunity from these vaccines? If not, does that mean I will need to take all of these vaccines again? Also, I am not sure whether it is safe to take these vaccines twice, and to be honest, I am not a fan of shots.

    I m sure many people my age who came from other countries and received their shots 30 40 years ago might not have the paperwork. Could you please share how you handled this situation?



     
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