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    #1 F2B from unmarried son to married then divorced
    Permanent Resident Family Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 2145 blank avatar hayam
    #2 Health care
    Moving Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 1008 Rod6844
    #3 Request for updates
    IR1/CR1 Visa Progress Reports    		 - popularity rating: 256 blank avatar Kaskil Ibrahim
    #4 Citizenship
    Citizenship Discussion    		 new popularity rating: 44 loveisall
    #5 i864a Question, under "Part 3" - does where the join sponsor check matter?
    IR1/CR1 Visa Discussion    		 - popularity rating: 33 blank avatar BeefedRamen

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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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    Citizenship
    5:07 pm today

    loveisall



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    I finally did it. Today, I officially became a U.S. citizen.

    The journey wasn t easy. I went through a difficult marriage, faced painful decisions, and carried a lot of fear about my future. There were moments when I felt overwhelmed and unsure of what would happen next.

    My citizenship interview went smoothly, and now I can proudly say:

    I am a U.S. citizen.

    I m grateful for this members of this group that help me with some of my questions thank you



     
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    i864a Question, under "Part 3" - does where the join sponsor check matter?
    4:37 pm today

    BeefedRamen

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    Hi.

    For the i864A, is it necessary for my joint sponsor (my mother) to have the correct employment status checked under Part 3?


    She's retired, but she insists on putting "housewife" even though her husband died a few years ago.


    She refuses to check "retired" because she's ashamed of her last job as working in a supermarket. The last time she worked was back in 2007.

    What should I do in this situation? Does it matter for the Embassy Interview?



     
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    Request for updates
    3:46 pm today

    Kaskil Ibrahim

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    I am requesting the updates about when should i expect an appointment letter for the Ambassy/consulate after my application has become DQ this November 2025.



     
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    F2B from unmarried son to married then divorced
    7:57 am today

    hayam

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    My mom filed for my brother on 01/2017 by green card and he got married on 2018 then divorced I think 2019 or 2020. My mom got citizens on 9/2024

    On 11/18/25 we got message from NVC to go online and pay fee and send all documents. We paid for AOS and IV packet then I'm afraid should my brother state he is "SINGLE" or "DIVORCED then send divorce document?!!

    We notified them that my mom got citizens this week and wants the case to stay under F2B and are looking for her citizens document which I haven't sent yet.

    Please help if someone had same case and still got approved.



     
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    Health care
    8:31 pm yesterday

    Rod6844



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    I'm having problems finding my fiance health insurance here in the US, either its temporary insurance, which doesn't include prescriptions and wellness.

    But comprehensive insurance plans require you to have a social security number.

    How does one overcome this?



     
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      Josh B K  »  Cesarr

      Hello @Cesarr. I hope you are doing well. I wanted to check with you to ask if you've received any news from the NVC? Some people with DQ dates in October have started to receive appointments. Did you receive a message? 
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      Josh B K  »  AndreaJR

      Buenas Tardes, @AndreaJR. Quise preguntarte si recibiste una cita? Ví en facebook que algunas con DQ fechas en octubre ya han recibido un mensaje asignando su cita. 

      Tienes noticies? 
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      Thank you for your kind response. Please do you have an idea on how long it takes the USCIS to make a decision to the noir response
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      JeanneAdil  »  Oluchi 1

      you received a NOIR NOT NOID
      you do include the notice when you send your evidence back
       
      you will need to submit it according to the letter you receive
      with actual proof that each and every issue the CO came up with is mistaken
       
      Example:  actual proof is sending dated messages that prove your case -not just saying "we talked of that" or "we did that"
       
      proof of all visits are boarding passes not itinerary 
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      like big age difference
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