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  1. SalishSea
    I only mentioned the I-751 cost increase because if you were to marry and pursue the CR-1 instead, chances are she would enter the US with an immigrant visa after your two year wedding anniversary, and she would automatically get a ten year green card, thereby avoiding removal of conditions (ROC). Having her adjust status now and stay means you will undergo the removal of conditions process in several years.
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    Normally it could affect both her residency and eligibility for naturalization, but there may be exceptions for military contractors. @Mike E, @Crazy Cat, do you know?
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    That’s good. The total cost for removing conditions on a green card will be going from $680 to $1195 soon. Also, you will want to make sure she understands that without the work permit, she cannot even work online/remotely.
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    Might want to explain to them that they have no path to adjust status and stay in the US while visiting. People are often confused about immigration laws.
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    Mine was lazily cobbled together. @Rocio0010 has a very thorough list of what she sent, maybe she can post it here.
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    Sorry, what I mean is: The work permit and travel authorization while the green card (taking up to two years) is pending, can take many months. She won’t be able to leave to ‘tie up loose ends’ like she could if you properly petitioned her for an immigrant visa. There are disadvantages to jumping the queue by adjusting on an ESTA. Also worth noting- do you have an eligible joint sponsor, or can you afford to sponsor her? Immigration is very spendy.
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    My husband did, but that was some time ago. Auckland is usually a very efficient and well- run US consulate. I would just communicate your plans to them, and see what they say. Best luck!
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    Is she good with not being able to travel or work for 8 months or so?
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    London is not a difficult embassy, and the UK is low fraud. The only connection to the “two years” for a K-1 is the meeting requirement. That’s it. Extra visits after filing/before interview can be helpful or even highly recommended, depending on consulate. But for London, you really need not worry. You’ve spent loads more time together in person than most K-1 couples.
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    I thought they wanted to be sponsored for immigrant visas. But now you’re saying they just want to visit. So which is it?
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    Your info is incorrect- K-1s are taking closer to two years, as are CR-1 spousal visas. Your fiancé is unlikely to get a B2 visa with a previous denial and an American fiancé. Not everyone is able to live with their partner overseas while waiting, so you’ve got a definite advantage there. Get used to waiting. US immigration is a multi-step (i.e. not just visas) process, and overall processing times have slowed greatly. The wait time is an opportunity for you to do your due diligence and read and learn as much as you can about the process. It’s worth it, and can help you avoid pitfalls that lead to delays and extra expenses.
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    That visa is obsolete. He will get an IR-2 visa via consular processing. If he is in BC, I believe he could do the medical in Surrey, but yes, he would have to fly to Montreal for the interview, as that is where all US immigrant interviews are done.
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    Approximately two years as things stand now. The additional wait time for a green card can be up to two years also. Wait times for EAD/AP are less - up to 8 months. In terms of future processing times, that is anyone's speculation. Those of us who have been on VJ for years have seen the petition processing times vary greatly. I've seen from 3 months to the current 15.5 months.
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    You seem pretty set, despite the feedback you’ve received in this thread from senior members. Feel free to call, but USCIS does not give out that type of advice. In the end, it’s entirely up to you.
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    So you were arrested? If so, you will need to disclose that and provide all related court/arrest documentation. You’ve posted in the K-1 section, but you’re married so you won’t be eligible for that visa. Perhaps a mod will move this post. Is your spouse a USC? If so, has she/he petitioned you yet?
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    What is a 'peace bond'? Never heard of that.
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    It is consulate-specific.
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    It will not impact the K-1, but imho it will be a waste of $160 Unless his ties to home have changed for the better since the previous denials, he won't be getting one.
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    We have not received anything. Like Olduser, filed Nov/Dec 2021 and received the 24 month extension letter, which had already replaced the 18 month.
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    Current paystubs are the most important evidence. Evidence of having filed federal income taxes in past years is also good, even if she was self employed/business owner with net losses or zero income. @pushbrk will be able to help with specifics.
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    I thought you meant that she is self employed and does not have an employer. Sorry.
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    They will have to show a preponderance of evidence that they have no interest in living in the US by way of showing very strong ties to home. All we know from your post is that they have a strong tie to the US - your wife. With that, their chances are low.
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    How would you show evidence that she is employed, without W-2s? Always be completely honest about all things immigration.
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    For Philippines, the wait time for those categories is very long. Your brother can try to find an employer who wants to petition him for a work visa, however: with the recent spate of widespread layoffs in the tech sector (at Microsoft and other companies), it is less likely than it was a year or two ago.
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    It posted a future date?
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