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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 DiscussionsRescheduling oath ceremony in new state?
9:57 am today
PeterSiM
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1 RepliesI passed my N400 interview (based on 3-year rule) on January 28th in Portland, Oregon. I mentioned it to the officer that I will be moving out of state in the middle of February due to work and they told me to change my address once that happens. Today I received my oath ceremony for March 20th in Astoria, OR (not even Portland) and I am moving on February 15th to Pennsylvania.
I will be changing my address on that day. Do I need to call the number listed on the oath ceremony to reschedule the ceremony now or do I wait until I moved and changed my address? Can/should I fly back to do the oath ceremony in Oregon or do you have to be naturalized based on your current address?
N-400 Portland, OR filers
8:39 pm yesterday
EKT
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2 RepliesCurious if anyone else is has an N-400 processing (or recently completed) at the Portland, OR FO and would like to share updates to help pass the time!
My husband filed under the 3-year rule on October 10, 2025 and completed biometrics in November. Waiting for our next update.
N400, 3 year rule - Getting ready to file
8:18 pm yesterday
Pat2021
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7 RepliesHi VisaJourney community, it's been a while!
I am getting ready to file my N400 under the 3 year rule and have a few questions about it.- For proof of living with my wife, what is the best document to submit?
- We have a mortgage together, so would a recent mortgage statement suffice, or do I need to provide the deed?
- I received a speeding ticket, that was later dismissed. Now I've read that I need to declare this on the application and provide proof its been dismissed.
- I assume the mailed decision, form TR-215 is sufficient as proof?
- Is there a good flash card set for the new 2025 civics questions?
- On Amazon I can only find the previous 2008 questions and I read that mobile apps are deceiving as they are multiple-choice and the actual test is not.
- Is there any need to study for the English exam if I am fully fluent?
- Does my wife attend the interview with me?
- If so, is there anything she needs to prepare for?
- Are there any further fees after the interview that I need to bear in mind, i.e. passport issuance or anything like that?
Thank you in advance!
By mistake, I wrote wrong date of birth (split topic)
7:24 pm yesterday
Kamaljit Kaur
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3 RepliesOn 1/29/2006 at 10:00 PM, sheila526 said:Hi. I petition for my brother long time ago. By mistake, I wrote wrong date of birth. I need to write 9 but wrote 6. I just checked when I got letter in the mail. I want to know how to correct this mistake. Help please. Thank you.
Have USCIS skipped our petition?
6:42 pm yesterday
Joe Bear
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1 RepliesI was looking at the stats for the 10 day period (5 days either side) of our petition approval date (Dec 1). Each of the weekdays, both before and after have had the majority of petitions sent to NVC, however Dec 1 approvals have zero sent. I understand that our petition has not been singled out as everybody with Dec 1 approval is still waiting to be sent to DOS but the majority of DEC 2 and 3 have already been sent. It s like USCIS just skipped over a whole days petitions
Am I overthinking this?


