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I guess the rules remained the same, just are being enforced now. I think it's totally fair. Skipping required I-90 and still being granted N-600 seems strange.

Here is few similar threads. I don't think they got expedites: So realistically, moving to Europe or other part of Ukraine is a much better plan than hoping for an expedite to be granted. Even if expedite is granted somehow, it wouldn't solve safety situation. It's not like USA is going to send helicopter to rescue you from warzone. Just leave to safety whenever you can.

Give it a try. Typically there should be hardship for US citizen due to health issues for expedite to be considered. Safety first. As far as I know, Ukrainians can get away from war by going to Europe.

What would be your reason for expedite, @Mariia-02? Like one lawyer likes to say "Why should your case be processed faster than others"?

Just so you know, it will take many years before son can come. Check F3 category in Visa Bulletin: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2026/visa-bulletin-for-october-2025.html

Let's explore this option. @umpalumpa809 when did you naturalize and how long did you live in the US?

This would have been possible if she had GC and lived with you

Congrats with approval! Many see the status you saw earlier when nothing happens, but in your case it masked the approval

This means the case status is lagging behind. If approval letter is there, then case is approved

Doesn't mean much. It's an automated status.

https://www.loc.gov/everyday-mysteries/motor-vehicles-aeronautics-astronautics/item/who-invented-the-automobile/ "There are many different types of automobiles – steam, electric, and gasoline – as well as countless styles. Exactly who invented the automobile is a matter of opinion. Earlier accounts often gave credit to Karl Benz, from Germany, for creating the first true automobile in 1885/1886. However, our knowledge of the invention of the true automobile continues to evolve. The story of the invention of the automobile has become enriched with various other figures who played a part in its history." So in the eyes of the US, first automobile was created in the US. And there's countless examples of different interpretations by different countries. For example, one of the aviation pioneers Sikorsky is claimed to be American by US (lived and worked in the US), Ukrainian by Ukraine (born in Kiev, capital of modern Ukraine) and Russian by Russia (born in Russian Empire technically)

They lived at place B as far as I know. Just because on paper they never left place A, doesn't make it OK to hide the fact they lived at place B

This is typically a red flag. I wouldn't highlight it.

Congratulations! 1) Not very up to date, but core things remain the same 3) Online filing is more convenient 4) P-1 should not affect immigrant petition 5) Not required. You need proof of ongoing relationship. Property in both names is a good evidence of bonafide marriage.

Congrats

@Pink salt is your wife much older than you?

Thanks for sharing, this may not be obvious to some in similar situation.

Agreed, this is hard to see as valid marriage for immigration purposes. Even if OP starts meeting more frequently, it would look weird having 10 year gap of not seeing each other, with visits ramping up before filing new immigration paperwork. I'm skeptical any immigration benefit can be obtained through this relationship. Explanations like "busy life, COVID" don't look compelling at all. COVID was 5, nearly 6 years ago now. I'd argue POTUS is way busier than any of us are, and still manages to spend time with his wife. Is it that impossible to see each other once a year, even once in two years? It doesn't look like marriage was a priority for the past 10 years.

ACH. Complete and sign form G-1650 for that

That's right, 90 day early window only applies to anniversary of Resident Since date, but not to marital union or spouse being US citizen requirements.

Didn't do it, just brought evidence to interview, but was never asked for extra. You can upload to I-751, N-400 or both. It doesn't hurt. Most likely, I-751 needs extra marital evidence more than N-400. N-400 may need other evidence - confirmation of paying taxes, outcomes of any speeding tickets etc

Congratultions and thank you for sharing your experience. Don't forget to update status with SSA.

Go with most conservative approach and you won't be wrong.

You're overthinking. You're employed, but not performing any work. That's not different from somebody coming to the US for vacation. Also, even if you did work, that would be forgiven as you will be married to US citizen.