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MichaelMechieME2#2 751 Divorce waiver, remarried, do I refile?
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MoonstoneSpeak#3 Medication prescriptions when moving
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Turquoise#4 No criminal record but do I need a Canadian criminal record check, if yes how do I get it?
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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?"- 20 replies
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!
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?
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
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?
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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Recent Immigration DiscussionsMedication prescriptions when moving
5:09 am today
Turquoise
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2 RepliesHello!
I was wondering if anyone has had experience taking prescriptions to the airport when you move?
I read that if you take your medication that is meant for longer than 3 months, then you need a prescription.
My question is - did you have them translated in English? Because I asked if it s possible to get the prescriptions in English and there isn t an option like that in my country.. the doctor said that it really doesn t matter anyway because all the pills are labeled in Latin too. But I don t know if that s enough because the usage etc. isn t in english..
But yeah! Just wanted to ask about your experience!
No criminal record but do I need a Canadian criminal record check, if yes how do I get it?
3:07 am today
m.rose
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1 RepliesI lived in Canada for 2 years (2016 2018) and I m now applying for the K1 visa. I m unsure whether I need to provide a Canadian criminal record check or if getting just the NZ one will be enough.
I tried to google but I'm quite confused about how to get it. Has anyone been in a similar situation?
CBP link shows different I-94?
1:41 am today
Hearts4MyLover
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1 RepliesHi y all,
Yesterday I finally got reunited with my fianc (yay!) The poe was Washington DC, while the process smooth and calm (especially since there was really no line)
But here comes the issue, while I was waiting for my connecting flight I checked CBP link to make sure my I-94 was entered. Which it was but it showed December 3 instead of March 3. My stamp in the passport definitely shows 3/3/2026.
So my fianc and I decided to visit the closest Deferred Inspection Site since they only accept visits. While we were gathering the evidence we went to the website instead of the CBP link app. Where we found out that on the website it does show the correct I-94 entry date.
We are still going tomorrow to make sure there will arise no issues, but I was just wondering if anyone else dealt with this before?
Thanks!
How do I reschedule immigrant visa interviewfor Lagos, nigeria?
3:19 pm yesterday
Aishat919
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4 RepliesHi everyone, does anyone know the correct email address to contact the Lagos consulate to request a change to an immigrant visa appointment due to medical reasons? I messaged them over a month ago to these two emails with no response. LagosIV@state.gov and Nigeria@usvisaappt.com. I also sent a case inquiry with NVC and haven t heard back either. Website given to reschedule doesn't work either.
751 Divorce waiver, remarried, do I refile?
11:54 am yesterday
MoonstoneSpeak
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3 RepliesHello, can t really find this anywhere.
Got my 2yr GC 03/2023, expired 03/2025. Divorce finalized 06/2023. I have a solid set of proof for the marriage. Filed 751 01/2025. I still haven t heard anything.
Lost GC, got 551 stamp.
My question is that I recently got married to a USC and do I refile and restart AOS again based on this new marriage? or do I wait until I hear back re: 751?


