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For abuse waiver, You mostly need few documents at least (common): Police reports (events description), Medical papers/Discharge letters (injury description), Psychiatrist evaluation (if available), evidences of abuse and a demonstration with time line, one more thing may add value: Couple counseling records showing you tried to work things out. PLUS - You have to provide genuine intent of marriage too. So gather the evidences of PRE marriage that shows you guys were in love, evidences how the marriage happened. Then add cohabitation and good faith evidences like joint lease, bills, assets (home, car etc), joint LOANS, joint bank statements, pictures, 3-4 affidavits from friends and close family members describing your good marriage and how it ended up abusive relationship. You will be good to go. If he threatens you, take place in a shelter. You can add that powerful document but it has to be associated with proof of threats. I think all these together can end up in a decent case and you should be fine.

Hello folks, I applied for N400 a week ago and received notice of filing and also Biometrics reuse. So I am assuming I don't have to go for biometrics. I have few questions if some of you can help with some insights. 1. I provided all my traffic citations info with date, disposition and reason. I saw I had 8 traffic citations (speeding) and all of them are closed/disposed. But does it really look bad 8 citations in 9 years? Will it cause any issue? Also I had a misdemeanor from 2015 which got dismissed with no conviction in 2016. My all traffic citations were between 2015-2021. I did not get any problem in last 3 years. Any idea how these can impact? And do I have to take any certified papers of all these citations during interview? 2. The another is my employment situation. I filed in one state and will move to another state after a month. I will still have my home in current state until May 2025 because I will be working mostly 3 weeks in other state and 1 week in current state. Do I have to change address? Will it be an issue if I keep getting all correspondence in present address while I will be working part of month in another state? I will be renting a room over there temporarily. If I get an interview notice while I will be there I can fly for a day if required. One more reason I am trying to avoid address change disruption because the filing area has 4 months time line where the other area is 7 months. Any helpful insight appreciated.

Hello folks: Finally I ended a journey with a positive note after 6 years! I am so thankful to this community for all inputs I had. Here I want to share something which may help some of you in future who are on same boat. My situation: Entered as F1 student 2015, Got married to USC in 2015, Received CPR in August 2016, Separated in May 2017, Divorced filed by USC July 2017 and divorce Finalized October 2017. Applied ROC with waiver April 2018, Interview got scheduled October 2024 and Approved on 11/01/2024. My story briefly: Met ex in school and we both were students, we had a damn relationship! I call it damn because it was something unmatched and we got married after 3 months of date!! I could not even buy her a ring of $50 and I had to return some products at Walmart to come up with marriage court fee! None of our family members were even at marriage except for 3 friends!! But we had tons of love to each other and seriously it was serious. But soon when I moved to a different city to pursue better job and school, my marriage started getting shaky and started melting down. I tried a lot, really a lot but she gave up as my financial situation was not very easy one. Ended up with divorce after 23 months!!! Documents I submitted: My sworn detailed statements, divorce decree, marriage certificate, Joint tax, Joint lease, Joint electric and water bill, 4 joint car ownerships, 3 joint car loans, 2 joint bank accounts, 1 her employer's sponsored joint credit card, our many pictures, 4 sworn affidavits, our cell phone family plan, letters and cards, and marriage counseling certificates. Evidences and Documents.. Evidences and Documents... Evidences and Documents..... That's it! USCIS does not go and live with you guys; but they are well trained and seriously well trained to find the flags. Guess what? I even won the case where my ex submitted sworn affidavits along with her brother that this marriage is not good and legit. Officer slightly asked me and I replied that she went AOS interview 2 times and why was the marriage good then? Why it turned bad after 2 years and divorce? Why I have a sworn affidavit from her prior divorce? The officer went silent. I literally threw 2 years of chats in a separate folder and asked him to go through all messages if he had time and see what means love. He did not check it even. If you loved your spouse for real, it will be easily visible and you can be confident that you will get approved. But again one thing- Evidences and Documents.. Evidences and Documents... Evidences and Documents..... if you are divorced. One thing for sure: If you were in love and genuine, your confidence will be through roof as mine was. Here are some people say USCIS does not look anything if they think fraud. USCIS can think many things but you can get easily approved at immigration court because the judge will check and justify everything; not will just THINK. If you were in for real love and I say it again REAL LOVE and that's why got married, no one can beat you down. Stay up and be strong, stay confident- You will win. Good luck to all of you who are in same situation; my 7 years of stress and research helped me to learn a lot. To all folks here: Thanks again and Good luck!

File for divorce if the marriage is not working out. She can remove condition on her own if you guys had a real marriage by providing evidences. Holding marriage to HELP her will trigger immigration fraud and that will cause trouble for both of you.

Just in case if someone is interested in my time line of I751:

Hi! Thanks for all the input and guidance. My case got approved. All praise to God. 😊

Folks, Case got APPROVED!!! 🥲😍

Hello: I had my I 751 divorce waiver interview around 10AM today and at 3.30PM I received case update text and I was checking online the status. What it is saying I am just lost. I had 20 mins long interview and also my lawyer was there. Is it NOID or NTA? I am severely lost. Please help if anyone understands this.

Folks, good morning to all. I had my interview today. It was not very rough as I was prepared for or tough. I went with my lawyer and we both had our files. After an hour or so waiting, the interview officer called me. I went with lawyer and he introduced himself. He asked me to take oath. Then we sat and he asked for interview notice and green card copy, also driving license copy. I mentioned my address change in DL , so he fixed it in system. He asked my full name, ex-spouse name, date of divorce, checked if I had divorce decree. Asked what evidences we provided and we mentioned joint tax, joint lease, bills, bank statements, 4 vehicles, 3 motor loans, marriage counseling etc. He was taking notes I believe. Asked how we met and who proposed whom and how. Then he said "okay you will receive your decision if case get approved, I have everything needed to review". He asked if I had any question, I said no. I asked if he had any question and feel to know anything if he needed. He said he did not think so. My lawyer said if he could ask few questions just to take as testimony. Then he was like kind of NOT NEED TYPE MODE but asked how long you guys dated and asked why so early got married (like 4 months). I explained that we had a fantastic relationship and it was very well shared, cared, and it was a bucket of love, affection, care, attention etc. He asked how the marriage ended and who filed for divorce. I said my ex filed and went to answer how it ended. The officer said no need to explain actually since you guys are divorced and we have divorce decree. He said you and your lawyer will receive a decision once made. I thanked officer for being nice and respectful, also thanked him for chance to have conversation.He took copy of DL and GC, we were waiting outside. He came and returned the DL/GC. I thanked him again and said it was pleasure meeting him. He smiled and said thanks for coming. Now I am shattering again in stress why did not he ask many questions to understand the marriage situation or he already made up his mind prior our entrance. My lawyer said it went well and not to worry about any spouse complaint because the tone of officer was not negative. But the officer did not say anything about approval or confirmation of a decision. Any idea how long I have to wait for a decision? And is it a red flag that he did not ask some common questions?

Folks, good morning to all. I had my interview today. It was not very rough as I was prepared for or tough. I went with my lawyer and we both had our files. After an hour or so waiting, the interview officer called me. I went with lawyer and he introduced himself. He asked me to take oath. Then we sat and he asked for interview notice and green card copy, also driving license copy. I mentioned my address change in DL , so he fixed it in system. He asked my full name, ex-spouse name, date of divorce, checked if I had divorce decree. Asked what evidences we provided and we mentioned joint tax, joint lease, bills, bank statements, 4 vehicles, 3 motor loans, marriage counseling etc. He was taking notes I believe. Asked how we met and who proposed whom and how. Then he said "okay you will receive your decision if case get approved, I have everything needed to review". He asked if I had any question, I said no. I asked if he had any question and feel to know anything if he needed. He said he did not think so. My lawyer said if he could ask few questions just to take as testimony. Then he was like kind of NOT NEED TYPE MODE but asked how long you guys dated and asked why so early got married (like 4 months). I explained that we had a fantastic relationship and it was very well shared, cared, and it was a bucket of love, affection, care, attention etc. He asked how the marriage ended and who filed for divorce. I said my ex filed and went to answer how it ended. The officer said no need to explain actually since you guys are divorced and we have divorce decree. He said you and your lawyer will receive a decision once made. I thanked officer for being nice and respectful, also thanked him for chance to have conversation.He took copy of DL and GC, we were waiting outside. He came and returned the DL/GC. I thanked him again and said it was pleasure meeting him. He smiled and said thanks for coming. Now I am shattering again in stress why did not he ask many questions to understand the marriage situation or he already made up his mind prior our entrance. My lawyer said it went well and not to worry about any spouse complaint because the tone of officer was not negative. But the officer did not say anything about approval or confirmation of a decision. Any idea how long I have to wait for a decision? And is it a red flag that he did not ask some common questions?

I totally agree. Specially it depends on attorney too how he/she will act. I met some aggressive attorneys (like focused, determined for success and does not give up) who really made me feel confident. I was reading some articles about rude and disturbing behavior of USCIS officers. Hope my case and interview go smooth and I get fair chance to represent myself, evidences and everything honestly.

Hello, I spoke with 3 different attorneys for legal counsel regarding my case this week. During conversation, we covered the I 751 waiver interview, case documents, defenses and steps if negative outcome happens, and what to expect in the interview etc. To be honest, there is no set piece of interview setup and it really depends on officer I believe. All the lawyers said that the provided documents look good and since the marriage was real, so they expect me to answer the questions quickly and concisely. None of the attorneys had any idea how to defend spouse complaints if comes up during interview. One lawyer said that it might be possible they completely ignored whatever she said and another lawyer said since I did not receive any RFE or NOID so I can face some questions based on her complaints. But he added that since there was no arrest or family violence etc, so I would get chance to rebut if there is any false claim from ex. Another attorney said she gave you an affidavit and it was dated prior divorce, so why USCIS would look what she said after divorce? Also a layer mentioned that sometimes USCIS field officers can be rude in questioning or sometimes they may lack proper knowledge because they can be newly hired people with few weeks of training who do not have deeper and cleaner understanding of family immigration laws and cases. We had conversation over defenses and one lawyer said I can ask judge to review if they issue NTA and judges are more knowledgable in assessing the case comparing to USCIS field officers. Another lawyer said it takes 6-12 months to get to a judge if they a NTA is issued. Also he mentioned USCIS may issue RFE or NOID if they need more evidence or answer to something that can't be addressed during interview; she did not suggest filing another I751 immediately. Another lawyer said we can have a full packet of another I751 ready so that we can submit another 751 immediately. I am little confused which option to take. All of them sounded confident to win the case based on evidence if the interview goes well. These times are really nerve breaking. I am now potentially thinking if I should go interview on own and face the interview. Honestly it will be me who will answer everything; the attorney will just keep sitting next to me and watching I believe.

It is very unfortunate; I know. I have an affidavit from my ex-wife prior filing her divorce and way more prior to her complaints (I am not sure if she complained or even if it was properly heard to be honest). Also I went through our emails this weekend and found an email that she sent a year after divorce where she was communicating about an IRS matter from our marriage time and also said sorry for her behave of that time and some meaningless apologies. I also recovered some of our correspondence recently where they show we shared love, care and also how the downfall started and marriage ended. If all these do not make sense, then I do not know how another of my I-751 filing (in negative consequence of this one) will help or increase. Also I heard you can only file I-751 if USCIS does not issue NTA. I am not certain.

To myself, we did not have children. I won't be able to pay back car and educational loans if I have to move out. Also professionally all achievements and certifications will go under water because they won't have any value in my country. Extreme hardship to minor or dependent senior citizens are top in that category but it can be applicable to applicant as well based on factors. The question is how much acceptable that will be. Let's see what happens first. I pray to God to send me in right direction where I will find peace.

I just want to add one more thing- We both even went for marriage counseling and to multiple counselors and multiple times 2 months prior her filing divorce. I have so many proofs that I tried to save marriage and tried to work on that. Even during divorce, I had to go to therapist and take medication for depression. I did not file those papers though. I just did not want to look her bad in my application. If USCIS completely ignores all these evidences just on her statement/complaints then it will not be at least a fair evaluation of my marriage and case. I just want to add one more thing- We both even went for marriage counseling and to multiple counselors and multiple times 2 months prior her filing divorce. I have so many proofs that I tried to save marriage and tried to work on that. Even during divorce, I had to go to therapist and take medication for depression. I did not file those papers though. I just did not want to look her bad in my application. If USCIS completely ignores all these evidences just on her statement/complaints then it will not be at least a fair evaluation of my marriage and case.

I agree with you that it gets more difficult to get approved 2nd time. I filed with good faith marriage waiver and if any negative outcome, then may be I have to file with Extreme hardship waiver. I am not sure how that can span out but honestly if USCIS fairly evaluates my statements and listens my side they can easily find the facts that this was a good marriage but ended in divorce with rising differences. I was reading some sources about extreme hardship waiver qualifiers where I saw dependent minor kids or senior citizens can be factor. I do not have kids. But also there it said if you owe money to US Govt. I owe student loans to US education board and also my job is in USA with all USA licenses which are not valid in other countries. I can be in difficult situation financially and professionally if I leave. Also all those happened after I received CPR and I am in CPR for almost 8 years.

Hello, thanks for sharing insights. FDNS worked on my profile and application- that is a good possibility if she had submitted complaint/letter. But also know that USCIS has been backlogged for a long time as well; specially with waiver cases. If FDNS worked on my profile, I do not think they would find anything derogatory other than my ex and some family members remarks. The worst thing my ex could say (not true though) I guess either I forced her to marry me or she was naive or she was not ready for marriage or it was a mistake something like that. She might have tried to pour the faults on me to look me bad and her as victim to safely get out of affidavit. She would not say sham because she knew we loved each other which was true. And also she went to first green card interview 2 times. My 1st file got rejected because we both travelled abroad while 485 pending. Then we went for 2nd filing interview. How someone can go 2 times and still complains? One more thing- She gave me an affidavit too around July 2017 during our divorce which I did not attach in my 751 filing because it does not have much info other than her saying it was a love marriage and she is not ready for continuation as I have chosen different path (pursuing higher education and moving to a new city together). I may take it with me during interview but not sure how helpful that will be as she mentioned I had chosen different path. One more thing she may complaint that I was controlling her decisions and choices for education and works etc which was never right. I was participating in our decision and caring on every step as she was my wife so that she could be successful. I can also take the copies of checks (USD 3000 approx) that I paid for her tuition after a year of our divorce when she called me and said she lost her scholarship. If there was no love, I would not be that much serious for her career and school who already left me and I also heard she complained to USCIS too. If these do not prove love to USCIS, then I do not know what to say.

Thanks for sharing this. I would try to go with lawyer. I am going through some USCIS clauses and it says the decision is DISCRETIONARY when applicant is single spouse where marriage ended. So the ball is at their court. If discretionary and USCIS can do whatever, then they should not just keep this option. It does not make sense specially when someone here is already on 8 years as CPR and has established a solid life.

@TBoneTX Your thoughts? Ideas?

I had to wait for divorce decree. I received that in early December 2017 and submitted in April 2018 because I was going through mess and kind of depression after my divorce. But I filed way long time before it was due.

I submitted my file through lawyers. I was wondering if I should go by myself or take a lawyer with me. Not sure what impacts lawyer can make during interview.

Hello: I had my i751 filed with divorce waiver on April 2018 and got notice for interview October 2024. We got married in October 2015, divorced October 2017 and I have been a CPR since August 2016. Our marriage was genuine but ended in divorce on ground of insupportability where she filed for divorce. I am now again extremely worried about possible outcomes. I settled myself in last few years and have been a CPR for 8 years almost. I got several US based financial licenses and working in a reputable firm. I filed my ROC with good evidences of bonafide marriage IMO but still very stressed since I got the interview notice. I did not get any RFE though. I submitted followings with my ROC (briefly): Marriage certificate, Divorce decree, My affidavit explaining our love-marriage-divorce, 3 family and friends affidavits, Joint lease paper, Joint utility bills, Joint bank accounts, Joint car insurance, Joint vehicle ownership, Joint IRS tax filing transcripts, our photos, our communication during marriage and during divorce, proof of several marriage counseling to save marriage, some of our letters which showed our shared love and affections etc. I thought USCIS will see the evidences to make a judgement on our marriage. But things may get complex as I was told by her friend and my ex brother in law that she filed a letter or complaint to get out of the sponsorship (financial). We had verbal arguments during our divorce and she thought I would start living on her if I go broke. Honestly, opposite happened and I helped her even after 1 year of divorce when she was having hard time to pay tuition in her last semester! I am not sure how this can impact (in case if her complaint/letter appears during interview) because my paralegal said USCIS can take her words as Word of God. I have my own student loans, jobs, life and have everything in USA now. I am confident that I can show my love and bonafide marriage but still scared after talking to that paralegal that what if USCIS does not listen to me or see my all evidences. Any advice or opinion on this? In case of negative outcomes, how the situation goes? Do I get chance to appeal? Or Do they allow time to prepare myself for next step? I already submitted everything I had to prove my bonafide marriage, so I may not add anything more. Some people said I provided ample evidences and USCIS knows about grudging spouses. Some said they won't hear anything if she writes a letter and I won't have any ground because we are not married anymore. Please kindly share if any of you have experience or knowledge on my type situation/case.