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  1. Lemonslice
    Understand that it might be months without being allowed to work. Even part time entry level work would be better than zero income. She might want to reach out to your local career center (look up state name and "career centers"). The local library is also a good resource for job search support. Best of luck.
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    You might try to expedite the EAD, but it's still not an instant process. I hope you have a nice savings cushion. Alternatively, your American spouse is allowed to work.
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    Not fun and extra wait, but better than dealing with ICE later because someone feels you shouldn't have been approved. Will be cleaner that way.
  4. Lemonslice
    Please fill your timeline. https://www.visajourney.com/timeline/profile.php?id=495006
  5. Lemonslice
    I think the current administration sees it as a feature, not a bug.
  6. Lemonslice
    I expect many will simply decide to not visit, and many others will not disclose everything.
  7. Lemonslice
    The exact documents required are listed on the reciprocity schedule for each country. See: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Visa-Reciprocity-and-Civil-Documents-by-Country.html
  8. Lemonslice
    Marry and add her to your insurance - that is usually the easiest (and cheapest) option.
  9. Lemonslice
    Why not get a state ID?
  10. Lemonslice
    If your parents are not able to travel to South Africa, you might want to look at Caribbean/Central America countries where your spouse is able to travel without a visa. Another option, however probably too late for this year's Holidays, is to get a visa to Canada and meet in Montreal. Shorter drive for them. Best of luck to you and your family.
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    It is on you to make sure you are eligible for what you are requesting - NVC has no way of knowing if you are legally residing in another country. I understand you do not want to be separated, so go with your priorities. If getting the visa fast is your priority, have her relocate first. If you do not mind longer wait, then show what you have now, and accept possible delays/later separation if she needs to relocate. No magic trick. Look up this thread for more ideas of steps possible to demonstrate her intent to reestablish domicile:
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    K1 is a weird choice for anyone with tight finances. What's your plan B if your brother doesn't agree? Your spouse being out of status isn't a comfortable position to be in. Please try to find a solution (increase your income) asap. Wishing you guys the best of luck.
  13. Lemonslice
    Please fill in your timeline: https://www.visajourney.com/timeline/profile.php?id=491647
  14. Lemonslice
    Here's the link to your timeline: https://www.visajourney.com/timeline/profile.php?id=493315
  15. Lemonslice
    Well, answer what you want, as long as it's the truth.
  16. Lemonslice
    Citizens are able to live wherever they want. Permanent resident have to live in the US, unless they get a reentry permit (and other rare circumstances).
  17. Lemonslice
    You can phrase it in a positive way: "I want to have the rights to travel freely for longer period of times. I also want a real permanent status that will not need to be renewed and scrutinized every ten years. I will be happy to renew my American passport instead!"
  18. Lemonslice
    Exactly. There's nothing authenticating a W2. They're printed on regular paper. No way to know if it's the one printed on the employer's printer, the pay processing company, your home printer, or the local library. It's all good.
  19. Lemonslice
    Not something comfortable in the current political climate.
  20. Lemonslice
    I filled it online and do not remember having to provide that much (I certainly did not provide pictures, they simply messaged me that they would reuse the one on file/biometric was waived); Easiest/fastest thing ever for me as I got my new card in a few days. Follow @TBoneTX advice and do not overthink it. Simply follow the instructions. Wishing you a fast renewal.
  21. Lemonslice
    Immigration is already time consuming, that's one of the reasons why I opted to keep my maiden name. Socially, you're free to use any name you want, unless it's to do fraudulent activities. You can introduce yourself as whatever you want/the number of people who will see your IDs is limited. ETA: the Canadian consulate in NYC would know if they can update your passport to the name(s) on your marriage certificate. That's another place to inquire/they are aware of how things are done locally. Not a perfect solution, but seems easier than the birth certificate change.
  22. Lemonslice
    Depends on the province also. Québec does not allow spouses to change their last name when getting married. However, OP is probably from another province, or they'd know this already.
  23. Lemonslice
    Many things might ask for SSN, but it's not necessary required. For example, you could designate a foreigner as a beneficiary of your life insurance/financial accounts/pension, and they might never live in the US/get a SSN. You're still able to designate who you want to get the money.
  24. Lemonslice
    Yes, depends on the exact dates of visa being issued, and entry in the US. 90 days might not be there yet if they entered in the first months of 2024... Wishing OP the best of luck.
  25. Lemonslice
    When is your card expiring? Make it easy and hop on a flight BEFORE it expires.
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