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My parents received their green card in September 2023. They visit me every six months and typically stay outside the U.S. for less than six months. My first question is: if they travel to Canada or Mexico for a week, would that be acceptable, or could it affect their naturalization process? I am planning to apply for their naturalization in September 2028.

My second question is: what happens if they leave the United States earlier than six months and then return less than six months.

Thank you so much in advance.

I'm curious how often this happens. As a petitioner and derived citizen (got USC as a child from parent that naturalized), I didn't know my A-Number when submitting my I-129F so I left that field blank. I had no issues in the process, but I did notice later on, that the officer who reviewed the application, handwrote my A-Number on the form. So I guess they looked up my info in their system and found the A-Number (possibly also verifying citizenship)? Looking back, I guess I'm lucky I didn't receive a RFE.

Hello all,

I am the K1 petitioner/now sponsor and we have our interview coming up soon. In the meantime, I have an appointment to change my last name to my spouses with the social security office. Given that I used my maiden name on the petition / I-485 / I-864, could this cause any issues for our interview or later, removal of conditions? Any personal experience appreciated

Can any one explain to me if I an American can move to Canada and work there. What is the process for me to do that.

I'm just curious how people are explaining your overseas situation when you're applying for jobs in the States? During the interview, do you mention you'll need a start date in a few months, or it might be delayed more due to immigration? Do you wait until you get the offer letter, then say "by the way...I have this complication"?

I can't apply for DCF until earliest Oct 1 (because of needing to meet certain immigration requirements) with estimated start date of Dec or Jan so I thought it might be a little early for me to apply now, but I saw a good opportunity and went for it. The company was really nice but told me to check back closer to 1-1.5 months prior to desired start date, which probably would not work for me having to deal with Montreal consulate (which I've heard takes longer than others). Just looking for advice to form my strategy.