OldUser

Came across few YouTubers saying "loads" and my ear wasn't used to hearing it. Curious whether it's a new trend or something

Which one do you use to describe "many"?

Good point! I was more answering question whether paper or digital W-2 are equal. But if they're not proof of physical presence (I don't specialize in CRBA), then your comment is super valuable for OP

Deports is a wrong word?

Just print it if needed. W-2 is W-2 whether it's in electronic or paper form

Is it because address is too long? If so, this is not unique to Cuba. You can try abbreviations and other suggestions from this thread:

I think inquiries won't help much. Firstly, it would take a while. Secondly, it's not like USCIS will find lost packet. I'd refile ASAP and ensure all forms are latest editions, payment is correct etc.

Which sections?

Which state?

No, it doesn't override. Also, N-400 extension also doesn't extend I-751 extension. Letters only extend physical GC expiration. As of today, I-751 extension letters are 48 months and N-400 extension letters are 24 months. This means, for anybody with pending I-751, their I-751 receipt is much more useful than N-400 receipt when it comes to travel or proving status. N-400 extension letter is useful for somebody who has 6-12 months left on their 10 year GC and they don't want to file I-90.

No it doesn't. But you can ask to convert the case before interview or even at the interview (depends on officer)

You should receive it within next 2-8 weeks. Don't forget, tomorrow is a holiday which can delay things a bit.

This changes things quite drastically! I agree, if OP's I-751 is denied, then new spouse's immigration will be in jeopardy too. I wouldn't feel comfortable with this personally.

She has to get priorities right. If she wants to adjust status, she cannot leave the US until she has advance parole or green card. Leaving the US, reentering and adjusting immediately is immigration fraud.

Instructions are pretty clear: "You must submit two identical color passport-style photographs of yourself and your spouse (if he or she is in the United States) taken within 30 days of filing this petition. " If they're not in the US, photos are not required, as far as I can tell for form I-130 / I-130A. You mentioned some other forms: Hopefully it's just a typo, not some new set of forms I'm not aware of.

As I mentioned, most of the times CBP won't speak to attorney. Constitutional rights are significantly reduced and power is skewed towards CBP when it comes to crossing border.

Sorry I thought you already applied for N-400? Did you apply under general provision or based on marriage to US citizen? Usually general provision (5 year rule) is faster than marriage (3 year rule)

Is there I-751 on file pending? Or just N-400? Tampa is a busy place Update: I see I-751 got approved Did you apply for naturalization under 3 or 5 year rule? If under 3 year rule, why?

The only thing is, immigration attorneys have next to 0 helpfulness when it comes to crossing the border. The attorneys I talked to said CBP hang up on them. The only risk I see for OP is if ban is implemented for Iranian citizens. It was the case before, and even LPRs were denied entry AFAIK, but it didn't last that long due to courts overturning it. It would be fair to say OP's wife may get pulled into secondary and questioned upon entry because of nationality.

No guarantees whatsoever, but your mom is not in the group risk, unless she has 6+ months trip.

Agree with @appleblossom MyProgress estimate does not make any sense. On day of my oath for citizenship, it showed 3 weeks until decision.

That's true. With H-1B though, it's dual intent visa with possibility of employer sponsoring for GC. E-2 and O-1 on the other hand, don't have obvious path to permanent residency AFAIK.

The biggest things to overcome in your case would be marginality requirement and substantial at risk investment. You may need to actually find an attorney in the US to help you build the case for immigration. Again, I personally see any business with under $500K investment as a tough one to get approved, but I live in California where standards of living are pretty high. There's quite a few good videos on YouTube explaining most common denial reasons for E-2 and L-1. They're worth watching.

Firstly, because L-1 and E-2 are non-immigtant visas. Secondly, because even these visas are not given out like candy. You need to have a legitimate business, not set up one to circumvent immigration rules. Having E-2 with minimal investment and yourself only working for it is unlikely going to be approved. If you were on the other hand to start a business with $10 million investment and hire 5-10 people, then your chances of getting E-2 are higher. But not many people have these funds. Imagine hiring even 2-3 software engineers for your business. Salaries are easily $80-100K+ for a fresh graduate dev with minimal experience in many areas. How is your budget of $100-200K going to cover that, even one employee? I came on work visa and there were slightly over 100 employees in the company. And even then some employees getting work visas had to put effort to prove their employer is legit to staff in overseas US consulate.

Can you post redacted version masking name, case number and address? NOA does extend green card by 48 months. If it doesn't say it, it's either not initial NOA or something changed in USCIS processes (unlikely)