mam521

You answered the question about the Jay Treaty. It's unfortunate that that doesn't quite work! It's a conundrum you'll ultimately have to decide on. If you go the K1 route, you won't be able to travel to Canada or work until your application is approved. It is more costly, as you say. Are you prepared to be 100% dependent on your partner and unable to visit "home" until your paperwork is through? New baby usually means you want to share with your family. If you choose the CR1, the advantage for you having the baby in Canada is you're familiar with the medical system and likely have some supports, be it family or friends. I understand baby's dad wants to be involved and the costs aren't fun, but at least you can claim EI in Canada and have your healthcare looked after while you wait. When you do enter the US, you'll be able to work and travel freely. There is legislation in Canada that is in the works to allow second generation to claim citizenship, but as of right now, it's not. If you have the baby in Canada, the baby's children will (without the legislation change) be allowed to claim citizenship. Yep, its far into the future, but it's a consideration none the less. Good luck!

You're repatriating. Shouldn't be any issues.

If you've activated your visa, you can move your things. Uhaul is probably your easiest bet. We rented a one way trailer from Calgary to Houston and got er dun. It was about $700CAD

Considering finances are a bit of a concern for you guys, I would strongly consider the CR1. K1 requires adjustment of status and removal of conditions, both of which add to the overall cost. In addition, it used to be free to file for work authorization when adjusting that status, but USCIS changed that on April 1, so it's a cost and a wait. I always advocate for people to start their lives together on as equal a footing as possible. Being 100% reliant on your partner from the moment you arrive until your EAD is issued is very difficult, especially for people who are used to a certain amount of autonomy. New country, new people, new friends...it's nice to be able to do some things on your own while contributing to the relationship. Just my 2 cents. Best of luck!

It's funny that Italians live in the home of Catholicism, but have a rather different interpretation of "the rules" to what many North Americans perceive them to be. I realize Christianity spans the gammut, so I am referring specifically to Catholicism but I think religion in general is interpreted in a far more reaching way in the US, especially. Anyone fully understand why Angela is so mad at MAIIIIKEL for moving his interview? You'd think she'd have a clue since she sponsored him but seems that she's left it all up to him! Seems Kobe wasn't super honest when he and Em got together...

I don't disagree...interview letters seem to be slow and scarce of late! I didn't realize the African consulates are running parallel to Montreal with so few!

When you get a US passport, the Department of State will recognize the children as citizens. USCIS does not. When you file the N-600, USCIS recognize the children as citizens. It's a bit strange, but ultimately, it's USCIS that has to recognize their citizenship for it to be "complete".

I-131 (AP) (optional as long as you don't want to leave the US before AOS is approved) $630

If you can score a Litter Robot 3 for a good deal (they do come up on Marketplace but you have to POUNCE on them), well worth it. We also have a Meowant box since Monty joined the household. It's not too bad, but it's still not the LR3. I had 2 Smart Scoops in the past (similar to the nature's miracle one). The first one was ok, the second wasn't the same quality. Still better than manual scooping of the ole kitty sand though!

Boys smell funny. That's why. 🤣

This thread has (very unfortunately) been dying out somewhat. People have not been requesting to be added to the tracking sheet so it's all gone quite quiet but there doesn't seem to have been many family based OR employment based interviews and many people are still stuck in DS5535 purgatory in Montreal. Sad state of affairs!!!

But is she going to want to put that new degree to use? She won't be allowed to work until her work authorization is issued, IF you file for it (it's an additional fee). K1's have become monumentally more expensive with all of the follow up requirements (AOS, ROC). Food for thought.

The unfortunate reality of immigration is it's not speedy. Far from it, in fact! It requires a lot of patience. But, when you remember it's a privilege and you think about how little time it actually is on the larger scale, it's an easier pill to swallow. Hang tight! You'll get there!

For clarification sake, you filled out the DS-260 and it was approved on March 25, 2024?

I love to sleep under a pile of blankets and he sleeps with essentially the sheet and maybe a blanket. Bring on 21°C and my duvet! LOL

DQ is the date your case was considered complete and you were put into the queue for an interview.

If you don't have it, you will be issued a RFE and that could take even longer.

Something was changed regarding the beneficiary's name. Maybe the first and last name were transposed? Maybe you sent a request? Regardless, something pertaining to their name was updated in the system.

Please fill out your timeline: https://www.visajourney.com/timeline/profile.php?id=470412 Until you provide more information, no one can assist, unfortunately.

^^^This. I was in the US for over 5 years, never had an intention to return to Canada and ended up having to return to Canada. Having my Canadian credit record in check made things monumentally easier. You have the option of a backup plan. If things go wobbly in the US, you and your partner have the back up of going to the UK. Always keep your options open. It's a relatively minor inconvenience to file the FBAR and it's only if you have more than $10K USD in that foreign account.

Oh my goodness...THIS!!!

Why does the health of a relationship depend on whether or not you sleep in the same bed? I think it's silly. If you are content sleeping apart, go for it. If you prefer to be together, have at er. I'd go so far as to say that if your sleep is jeopardized, your relationship is far more likely to be challenged than if you contentedly earn a good night's sleep solo! My grandparents slept in separate rooms for exactly the reasons listed above - snoring competitions and unrestful sleep. My grandfather was a firefighter and worked shift work, too, so it was just easier for him to be tucked away in his own quiet quarters. At the end of the day, gotta do what's best for you and your relationship, end of story!

Are you wanting to visit or move back permanently? That's the first and most important question.

Kyle is so cringy. He's a man ####### who doesn't have enough game to actually have a girlfriend. "Donating through sex" is not "donating" from an innocent point of view like he's trying to swing it! Ani should give up and run away. Adriano's parents have it straight - love is love and some people don't feel like they need a formal religion, despite having grown up in that environment, to succeed. Alex is trying to change Adriano by wanting him to conform. She's never going to be happy with him and he's always going to want to wander and do what he does. Best to break it off now.

A TB test issued by any source other than the civil surgeon for the purpose of immigration will not be considered. I wouldn't waste your time and money unless you think you have TB and require treatment to meet admissibility requirements.