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Nobody can tell you for sure if it will affect the waiving of your interview, but everybody will tell you that honesty is the best policy when it comes to dealing with entry to the US. Disclosing the J1 visa on your DS160 is therefore the best course of action.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but if your I-20 expired you have a 60 day grace period to leave. You are no longer authorized to remain in the US if your I-20 is expired. Failing to leave within 60 days means you will be unlawfully present in the US.

I am in a period of authorized stay and have my driver's license - it depends on the state.

It depends on the state you are in if you can get it. For example, I was able to get my license with a recent I-94,my K1 visa and the NOA for my I-485. Other states require an EAD or green card. Check the traffic statutes for your state to find the right answer for your situation.

There have been more reports lately of the physical NOA1 taking a longer time than usual.

Hi, I can't answer all your questions but I will try to inform you to the best of my ability. -Filing EAD for SSN: Since your daughter already lost out on an incentive worth 400 dollars per month (that's a possible 4800 per year!) I'd say the cost of requesting an EAD to get an SSN would have been justified by that alone. By not having filed the EAD before you already lost out on a lot of financial gain. -Considering expected times from visajourneys statistics: Visajourney's statistics are a useful estimate, but far from accurate or guaranteed. It is also wise to stick to the estimate that was given when you submitted your documents. It's better to keep an eye on the USCIS processing times to see if your case is really taking too long. -Considering medical: Your medical files were in the envelopes you gave to CBP during your entry on your K1 visa. There is also a document you should've gotten called the DS-3025. If that document says that vaccinations were 'properly completed' you should be fine for now. USCIS might ask you for a new medical examination through an RFE. If so, you will have to get an examination from a civil surgeon (or at least let them fill in a vaccination sheet verifying you have all your vaccinations) and the vast majority of them will charge you a lot of money for that. That's why your doctor asked for $350. She might still ask you that when you bring a Walmart receipt of getting the vaccine there. -At what point will they ask for them (medical records): Your guess is as good as mine. You don't know until you hear from them. They might not need them at all. It's a matter of waiting. -Is there a way to skip the flu vaccine: it's only necessary when it's flu season. So it depends on your timing. Good luck!

Yes, I am now keenly aware of that fact. I shouldn’t have posted a response as my statement made absolutely zero sense as it was wrong. I apologize.

I used CEAC to follow the transfer of my case, that's what I referred to. But yes, I shouldn't have assumed.

Yes, I did not pay attention, and assumed it would be similar for K1 and CR1, as in my experience with K1 only I as the beneficiary dealt with it. That was a mistake :). My previous statement is indeed incorrect.

The beneficiary deals with CEAC.

You have a long way to go and much more paperwork ahead of you. If you just filed your petition in the US it will be a while before your fiancé will get his visa. read everything about I-485, I-765, I-131 to get up to speed about the steps after your fiance has arrived in the US.

Very good suggestions so far :). Thanks everybody!

I have been in the US for about five months now - and I love being with my partner. However, the wait for a work permit is starting to drag. I picked up hobbies (crochet, cross-stitching), have been studying Spanish, volunteer when possible and keep the house in order. However, I am still bored out of my mind. So I wondered: How did you all fill the lengthy period of waiting for your EAD/AOS to come through?

I can confirm that at Orange County you can get certified copies (any number) on the spot at the courthouse.

No need, health department will contact you if necessary. It should have no impact on the AOS. They have the I-693 (it was in the packet your fiance had to hand over at the border) and if their DS-3025 was properly completed you are good to go (for the medical part).