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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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    What does 907 mean in MSC receipt number - EB2 India I-485
    5:28 am today

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    Hi everyone,

    I am trying to understand the breakdown of my USCIS receipt number: MSC2290755803

    Based on what I have read, the standard breakdown is:

    • MSC = National Benefits Center
    • 22 = Fiscal Year 2022
    • 907 = Computer workday (??)
    • 55803 = Sequential case number

    My confusion is around the "907" FY2022 only has approximately 260 working days (Oct 1, 2021 to Sep 30, 2022), so 907 clearly cannot represent a workday in the traditional sense.

    Does anyone know what the "907" actually represents for MSC cases specifically? Is NBC/lockbox using a different numbering system than other service centers?

    For context: my I-485 was filed on September 21, 2022 (EB-2 India, priority date September 9, 2013). The case is now current as of April 2026 and I am actively waiting for final adjudication.

    Thanks in advance!



     
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    Widow of US citizen
    11:55 pm yesterday

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    I am new on this page.. i have some questions as my friend is going for interview in-few weeks as widow of us citizen.. she is very nervous.. any tips?



     
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    Is there any fees after the interview?
    9:11 pm yesterday

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    Hello!

    my husband s interview is coming up. We are wondering if there is any fees after the interview like sending the visa back, God willing he s approved, or does he need to pick it up at the embassy?

    thank you!



     
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    N-400 April 2026
    9:08 pm yesterday

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    Finally!

    Thankful to be here on the final leg of my immigration journey Filed I-751 in March 2025, apart from biometrics, nothing since.

    Anyone else?



     
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    Clarification Needed
    8:09 pm yesterday

    cirenebrown

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    Just want to make sure we are good on our end. The couple got married within 90 days of the fianc arriving in the US and then filed the adjustment application before the visa in the

    im Spouses visa expiration date shon on the passport. So now we just have to wait for USCIS to mail us the acknowledgment of recipient and that allows the immigrant to stay in the country while they process the application right? Just making sure because their status feels so uncertain at this time. Any insights or advice is welcome. Also we were not able to file online had to mail a physical package so can t follow online for updates. I m we did send the package priority and got confirmation of delivery and the money for fees was debited from The account.



     
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