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So here's the thing... green cards are for living in the US. Your general plan here is to have him come to you. Okay, you can certainly do that with a spousal visa process if you marry. But then you want to go to Ireland and live there, and well, the big issue I see is that you need to finish ONE immigration process (it's going to take conservatively with no hiccups.. 5ish-6ish years) before beginning another (otherwise you forfeit the process you went through), and that's going to take a lot of time. You'll also need to ensure understanding of Irish immigration law before beginning on that side of things and once going to Ireland you'll need to ensure that you understand tax obligations on worldwide income as dual citizens.
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Can my UK girlfriend and I get married and file for an AOS while she's in the US on an ESTA? We don't want to risk her getting banned or anything along those lines. So would it be safer to just to go ahead with the IR-1 process?
yuna628 replied to RedUKFriend's topic in Adjustment of Status Case Filing and Progress Reports
I think the question is really what is the biggest priority for you two? If it is working as soon as possible, then it would seem that, though lengthy, a CR1 is going to be the best option, especially if she's there now and you can marry and then she can return home. Of course some don't like the idea of being married and then being apart again for some time. Over the next four years we will be entering a period of some uncertainty when it comes to immigration policies. Me and my husband went the K1 way, and the times are long now. Looking back, though we had significant savings, it was still not enough for the length of time it took. The adjustment process (even with an EAD) was even longer and it will be worse now, and employers weren't interested unless they saw a green card anyway. The process worked for us, but I wouldn't recommend it to others these days unless very specific situations. These days it makes sense to go with a CR1. -
President Trump Executive Order
yuna628 replied to KMG's topic in Current Events and Hot Social Topics
It's amazing how much work my husband can get done at home, and then when he goes to the office cannot because people refuse to shut up and the computer systems are so old they barely function. Half of the time the rest of the employees are just standing around doing nothing but chatting loudly, then go take extended lunches, and then by that time are leaving to pick up the kids. Complete waste of time. And yes, he can see when they are slacking off at home too, but for the most part there is far more productivity. It's a healthier environment overall being home - home cooked lunches instead of fast food that we can eat together on lunch break, no commuting, and even when it's bad weather you're still able to work. I don't know why people think it will somehow speed up the USCIS. We know the reasons why they are slow, and they were slow well before remote work was a thing. -
Yes, you can visit!
yuna628 replied to Michele and Adam's topic in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures
An ESTA is not a visa, it is a background check authorization, that if passed, allows you to get on a plane. The VWP is what allows someone from certain countries to visit the US, visa free for up to 90 days. It is extremely unwise to stay the maximum allowed time, as you run the risk of overstaying. It is also extremely unwise to continue to make such lengthy repeated visits, without giving the same or larger amount of time spent in your home country. VWP is an important privilege that can be revoked if abused or if an officer feels you are abusing it. There were times when my then fiancé would visit me twice a year. Once in spring and again in fall or winter. These visits were obviously separated by many many months in-between and never anywhere close to the allowed cutoff date. -
None of this matters. You may not like the honest answers given on this forum, but they are the truth of the matter. You have a felony. You do not have any legal right to stay in the US and quite frankly, the fact you are admitting on this forum that you might lie or misrepresent in an attempt to re-enter shows you have learned nothing about being convicted and/or admitting to a felony in the first place. There are consequences to actions. You have no chances to return. Focus on having a life in your own country.
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Haha, I'd fit some of that list and know a few that might do so too, but I must say perhaps it is better to find a lady who is not able to consume said god awful diet, but perhaps home cook some Real Food ™. Though we should not undervalue a decent tuna salad sandwich, the true way to win a man's heart is not via tuna glop but through a happy satisfied stomach of foody delights. 😏
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TB if there is one thing I've learned about some women, especially knowing what my husband's friend has gone through, take note of red flags. I feel that JC's reaction is a bit of an odd one, it speaks of immaturity, un-needed drama, and jealousy. They may not be the person for you. 911 again yesterday...another fall and more injuries, god I am sick of this. Starting to know the EMTs by name by now. Hospital kicked him out again, and left him in a concerning state. Getting the nurses to come is an absolute pain. Tomorrow is the anniversary of first meeting my husband over 20 years ago now. What a blessing that man is.
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We once went through a leak that ruined the septic system, took months to fix, and cost about 8k. Had to replace the water lines and the whole septic system/drain fields and then all the lawn. We've had subsequent issues every few years, but bought a protection policy through the water company. They fix it now at no cost to us, provided they don't send out complete idiots. Christmas has been crazy. A two week stay for my dad in the hospital (him refusing to go again followed by me saying you're going whether you like it or not) and once again they save his life with no realization or appreciation of it on his part (those nurses did everything for him!). They dump him out of the hospital on Christmas-Eve-eve and a new bodily reality for him that certain functions aren't going to work anymore. Nurses start home visiting again today but he is weak and doesn't want to move. Christmas everyone came to see him and open gifts, but he fell asleep during much of it. My best gift was a sling that I can strap my dog into, giving me the ability to walk and do things hands-free.
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The problem is with the broad language of the lawsuit and the court decision. As it stands, even though a K1 has come legally, the government really doesn't do the best job in giving a K1 some sort of 'special status' while they are adjusting. If there was some kind of rapid system that got a K1 an EAD immediately, perhaps, but as it stands there's not a lot one can do until they have the documents that give them status. A K1 is always in a sort of limbo mode until EAD or GC. This is why doing things such as getting an SSN can be a struggle at certain offices unaware of their own policy, or getting an ID through the state can be problematic. This broad language catches out DACA, illegal immigrants adjusting, those "grey-area" immigrants that are adjusting status after a visit to sudden marriage or emergency marriage, and yes even a K1. It also is catching out other perfectly legal immigrants adjusting status as the website mentions. There isn't any distinction between legal and illegal here, any more than there is between legally grey. That is unfortunate. K1s can obtain coverage in any other state not mentioned. The only other option is to get the EAD, get on an employer's or spouse's other means of insurance, or.. well, move to a different state.
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My husband loves drones, unfortunately he hasn't been able to properly fly one for years, because TFRs are nearly always constant. And the way things are now it's likely some idiot would freak out about it and try to cause harm. The way we see it is, the vast majority of these are easily disproven as standard, private, or military aircraft. Other cases are bad camerawork, and a few other more amusing ones are very clearly celestial in nature. Then there are a few that I think are people trying to be funny in creating hoaxes or just feeding off of attention and mass delusion. It's with great frustration that radar, drone, and aircraft/military enthusiasts online are banging their heads at the stupid claims going on. There have been many pilots complaining about being struck by lasers just this week, eventually someone is going to get really hurt. Another percentage I think are likely government drone/crafts testing a product they've had on hand for about ten years. Something has caused some urgency to test them.
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Because you live in one of the states involved in the current court case, yes you would be unable to be eligible. However does your spouse have an EAD? Because an EAD would be a qualifying document granting you status in eligibility for coverage. If not, then your options are few - namely you would need to purchase coverage out of pocket for a plan from an insurer directly until such time as a GC would grant status or the results of the case are favorable.
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I've heard that the articles of clothing he was wearing and then a change of clothing were particularly expensive items. And I've also heard that the lady at the hostel was flirting with him. I thought that odd that she would flirt with this guy upon first casual meeting with him dressed in this way unless something was particular about him. Does he have an accent perhaps? Was on a bus from GA to NYC but had a fake ID from NJ. How did he buy the gun? Why choose to stay in a hostel? Wouldn't you risk being exposed to a lot of people? Have also heard the wife was secretly estranged from the victim.
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Last month I got my mammogram. I thought it seemed to go well, though it was a little painful. What was strange is that it took a long time to get the results. A letter never showed up so I called, eventually something showed up in a portal. Part of my mammogram had been messed up and needed to be redone, but the rest was ambiguous and not great? They'd seen something and the radiologist wasn't sure what it was. No one would discuss the results with me, just that it was described as a mass that could be cancerous. I was devastated. I needed a redo so then had to chase the doctor to send new orders about it - she said it was urgent to get this redone and wanted another test about the mass. I call radiology again and am transferred over and over, they tell me it would be two months to the next available. I could not wait that long. They tell me my only option then is to go two hours away to a hospital breast cancer center. So that is where I was yesterday, my husband waiting nervously in the hallway. There were many women there in varying states of sadness. The tech was very kind for multiple tests and the doctor reviewed everything immediately. They could not really explain why I was required to come back in, as it was their opinion that the findings of a mass are benign. Get a redo in another year. When I came out of the exam room, my husband was shaking with happiness. The stress of not knowing what this lump was had taken it's toll on us both this month, especially with everything going on with my family. I have a family history of cancer, including breast cancer, so I very much encourage everyone to get checked.
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Slippers can be fussy and expensive when you need something particular. Dearfoams wide fit might work (they also have other options)? https://www.dearfoams.com/womens-rachel-velour-closed-back/26660-00498-L.html https://www.dearfoams.com/womens-fireside-by-dearfoams-mel-genuine-shearling-moccasin/75095-00020-10.html There is also the minnetonka company. https://www.minnetonkamoccasin.com/women/collections/extended-sizes?srsltid=AfmBOor6lDAwnPsc-C8Ijn6RuK87TgXUPpvZEcrDPkfglL4yCcRP4HUF My dad needs stable shoes he can get on quickly, so those Sketchers slide-on work for him.
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Your GF needs to decide what she wants and if she's willing to strive to make major changes in her life. Co-sponsors are generally going to be friends or family willing to go through the process. Do they want to be on the hook for you if the relationship fails? Some embassies aren't very keen on co-sponsors either and you have not provided us with any of that information. Does the GF have friends or family willing? A private legal document between a cosponsor and you have no bearing to the government either. Is the GF willing to wait until she finishes school and gets a job to sponsor you herself? What are YOUR qualifications and job prospects in the US? Are you prepared to wait a very long time before being able to work? Do you know what you both will do about health insurance? The cost of living? Of travel? For a wedding? Living arrangements? Any obligations you may have abroad?
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Sorry for the Fallopian chat. 😉 One thing I've learned that substituting other fruits in place of bananas and you'll cut down on a lot of sugar. Berries, peaches, plums, apples. Got an instapot or crockpot? There's a really good low sodium turkey chili recipe my dad even likes. You can also find low sodium baked beans now. My dad is limited to red meat only once a week so I have to try and make sure things like chicken and ground turkey are palatable without salt. No more hungry-mans for him either. For a while I would make him low fat tuna/salmon salad or chicken salad; the secret there would be lite mayo cut with no fat plain greek yogurt and lemon (you can also toss in grapes or red onion).
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My PCOS is well... difficult and it caused a spiral of problems for years. Typically they want you on BC, and I failed every one due to side effects or just not having any impact, then they'd ask me to confirm I wasn't pregnant for the 100th time and the humiliating despair knowing I wasn't just to satisfy their 'record keeping'. They gave me a choice of IUD or hysterectomy. I didn't want to sign away my chances (slim I still know) of kids in the future like that even as debilitating as the symptoms are so the doctor suggested metformin and diet which keep some of the symptoms in control so far, though now the cholesterol has just gone up. The A1C and my weight improves but nothing else. I'll check them out, thanks.
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I had a terrible doctor visit this month... I'm pre-diabetic, and obviously with PCOS keeping that in check is important. Keto initially seemed like a good solution for a diet and I tried that for a time happily, then they told me that keto was causing more harm because it's too much fat and cholesterol. This last time the doctor left me with no suggestion other than just stop eating half the healthy things I already eat and eat things I don't want to eat that have artificial sweeteners. I told them I already don't eat red meat, milk, rarely drink alcohol, and my dairy is limited to no fat yogurt and occasional low fat cheese, what am I supposed to do? They threatened statins... and I'm not in the mood for that. This time I'm trying Mediterranean diet, no idea if that will be successful. Them saying reducing stress is hilarious. Crossing fingers my mammogram was okay. I tried to convince my mom to get it done with me and she chickened out. The husband was like "i'll go with you babe!"... and I looked at him funny, but thought why not? So I took my husband along out of his curiosity. He was kind of horrified and kept asking if it was hurting, but I was amused. Don't think he'll go again. 😄
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I remember you! Welcome back. File, become a citizen, and enjoy it. My husband got his citizenship last year, and we just traveled back and forth. Process was stupid easy and being a dual citizen took so much hassle out of traveling.
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Hospital kicked him out back home over the weekend. Yesterday an urgent call from ID... it's MRSA. They gave him the wrong medications too. If doesn't improve on new medications he's got to go back. I wanted to take him back right there and then, he refuses. The rest of the day was spent with me in PPE and soaking/scrubbing everything in bleach. I don't see this going well..