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It is not very clear, to me, as to what the changes are.

That has always been the case. An I-130 is a petition......An I-485 is an application. I see no mention of a policy change removing "authorized stay". https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual/volume-7-part-b-chapter-3#S-E [^ 17] See INA 212(a)(9)(B) and INA 212(a)(9)(C). Those in a period of stay authorized are protected from accruing unlawful presence. For example, an alien whose adjustment of status application is pending is in a period of stay authorized and does not accrue unlawful presence. However, although an alien is in a period of stay authorized, it may be that the alien is in unlawful status. See Section E, Effect of a Pending Application or Petition [7 USCIS-PM B.3(E)].

That isn't very clear as to what it really means. "Petitioners and alien beneficiaries should be aware that a family-based petition accords no immigration status nor does it bar removal.” That sounds like I-130s.....which have never conferred any protection.

Link? If that is true (I haven't seen it), that means the Att General or DHS Secretary has changed the policy which grants authorized stay until adjudication of the I-485. What about a K-1? An immediate relative of a US citizen would have to dodge deportation until the Green Card was approved.

I believe Kansas is one of those states affected by the December 2024 ruling involving DACA and some other status holders. I think awaiting AOS is one of them (if I understand it correctly). Those affected are not eligible for Marketplace . Expert consultation recommended.

I have been here on VJ for more than 9 years. I have seen a significant number of K-1 couples say they should have gone the CR-1 route. I have not seen any spousal visa couples say they regret having done so. Choosing which option is such an important decision. Every couple has their own priorities, and everyone should be as fully informed as possible about both options, imho.

It could require multiple waivers.

If this is before a K-1 visa is issued, I wouldn't allow any formal dress, wedding dress, cake, or anything which appeared to be a marriage ceremony. I would also be very selective of any pictures used as evidence of meeting or continued relationship. For a K-1, the average time from submission of the I-129f to visa interview is a year (as reported by other VJ members). The beauty of the CR-1 is that you can officially marry anywhere in the world, then have all the celebrations you want afterwards. Right now, the average time from starting the CR-1 process to visa interview is 20 months as reported by other Visa Journey members. Upon entry into the US the foreign spouse becomes a Green Card holder and can work and/or travel outside the US immediately. With a K-1, it could easily take a year to obtain a Green Card after entry into the US. The day a person becomes a Green card holder, starts the clock for US citizenship.

Keep in mind that visiting each other is allowed during the process (at the discretion of CBP, of course).

Welcome to the forums. Visa Journey is the best place for accurate immigration info. We are here to help. With the increased scrutiny of all visas right now, I would avoid any ceremony which could be subjectively interpreted as a wedding prior to the official marriage inside the US. "Too married for a K-1" is a real thing. Realistically, you could travel back to France for a celebration 3 to 6 months (possibly a little longer) after applying for advance parole (I-131) and Adjustment of Status. It would be terrible to get to the interview stage before finding out. Personally, I wouldn't take the risk. The US immigration system requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money. Visa Journey can help with some of those. Of course, another option is the spousal visa.

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To clarify, the question I referred to was "Can I use my married name and new signature when submitting these forms,". USCIS allows any combination of names on the marriage certificate. Many, many people change their last name based on the marriage certificate.

USCIS says you can use ANY combination of the names on the marriage certificate. For example, if Mary Smith marries John Doe, Mary can us any of the following on USCIS paperwork: Mary Smith Mary Doe Mary Smith Doe Mary-Smith-Doe

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OK. ..Better.... I can connect now without a VPN. I seem to be experiencing very, very slow page loading on VJ. That has been the case all day even with a VPN. Visa Journey is the only site that has slowed down. I appreciate your attention.

1. Yes. 2. 1040X can be filed electronically for last 2 years. 3. There is no need to submit proof...unless you are audited. List the changed income and changed filing status on the 1040X. W-2s are restricted to US employee income. In my case, we simply submit a spreadsheet to our CPA every year which shows the source and converted income based on exchange rate.

No. If that was the case, you wouldn't have to carry your marriage certificate to tie the Green Card (new name) to the passport (old name). Right now, you should carry your marriage certificate to connect the dots between your Green Card and your passport. Nothing is required regarding your Green Card after renewing a passport.

Another vote for yes. If you went to an interview, you applied for a visa.

1. It usually depends on several factors....If there is a tax treaty between the US and your wife's home country, it is probably worth amending. Just remember her income will include all world-wide income regardless of where the income was earned. 2. File a 1040X. It is not difficult. 3. You list it as her income. You must list it in US Dollars using the IRS average exchange rate (her country) for the tax year.

That is not true in all cases. Our immigration officer gave me the option of staying in the room when wife naturalized. You could contact USCIS and report that you are not im marital union. He is subject to later de-naturalization at any time. Stay safe and seek happiness for yourself.