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    #1 Losing right to be a derivative?
    Permanent Resident Family Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 870 Pigletrma
    #2 I-134
    K1 Visa Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 655 Xgwint1014
    #3 Loss of employment before interview
    IR1/CR1 Visa Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 400 blank avatar Rose927
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    US Citizen Family Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 320 Anitacharlesgy

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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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    F4 i130
    2:13 am today

    Anitacharlesgy



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    Filed in July 2016. May 2024 upgrade to els when is approval



     
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    Loss of employment before interview
    1:17 am today

    Rose927

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    I lost my job yesterday and my husband's consulate interview is on May 29th. I've taken this as an opportunity to visit my husband to help him prepare and get ready to move to the US after his interview. Do we need to update the NVC or consulate about the change in income?

    We already have a co sponsor who is well above the poverty guidelines and have shown they have the income to support my husband if needed when we submitted the AOS. I guess I just want to see if anyone has any advice or similar experiences. I'd hate for my husband to be rejected at the interview because of me.



     
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    I-134
    8:11 pm yesterday

    Xgwint1014



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    I have a co sponsor for the I-134 for my fianc . Co sponsor didn t file taxes in 2024 due to being sick and just started on their 2025, which probably won t be submitted until after the interview due to filling for an extension.

    I have 2023 tax return, 1099 for 2024 and 2025 since it s self employment, and bank statements.

    Would this be enough for the K1 visa interview for an approval?



     
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    Losing right to be a derivative?
    12:53 pm yesterday

    Pigletrma



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    My stepdaughter applied under my wife who was a permanent resident at the time. Stepdaughter was an adult , unmarried (F2b) She had a young daughter at the time that was included as a derivative. A year later, she had another daughter who has not been added as of yet. 4 years later my wife became a citizen. Is it possible for my stepdaughter to move forward as F1 without losing the right for her daughters to be included as beneficiaries? Or, does she need to ask that her status revert to f2b?



     
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    London Embassy UK Direct Consular Filing (DCF) in 2026
    5:58 am yesterday

    LoveBetweenUs



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    Hi all,

    I am looking for experiences from those who have been accepted or are in the process of DCF filing through the London Embassy.

    I believe that my husband and I qualify for this under military emergency. The website does not say anything specific about what constitutes a military emergency though.

    Has anyone successfully processed an application for this reason?

    It also appears from my research that the petitioner is required to attend in person but how is this meant to work if the petitioner is dealing with a military emergency?

    I have also read payment has to come from the Petitioner's credit/debit card, but again he is not able to do this due to military emergency...

    Any insights appreciated.

    Thank you



     
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      Good Afternoon all... Can anybody point me in the right direction... I am a New Yorker (US citizen) I  filed my I-130 for my  Dominican spouse in Dec. 2025. We are now expecting. How does this change my application... Or what changes do I need to make/take. The baby is due around November 2026.  By then my wife will probably still be waiting for the  NVC interview. How would I then add a child to my application if I already sent it in? Can I at all get my child a US Passport or because they will be born abroad have the citizenship of that country DR. Please be easy with your responses and not rude. This is a learning process for me.
       
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