Visiting Spouse in the U.S.

[movemethere 0]

Hi Everyone!

This is my first post on Visa Journey and I have to say I am very glad that I found this website. I have a question about going down to visit my husband in the states. I have already visited him once at the beginning of august but the trip was only for a couple weeks and this time I would like to go longer. I want to go down for 8 weeks but I do not know if that seems like too long and if they will let me through the border. My other option is to go down for 3 weeks and then come back to Canada and then make another trip a month later. Any advice? I think I have sufficient documentation to show I have ties back to Canada either way and at this time I am just waiting for an interview date for Montreal which I have noticed from this site that so are quite a few other people. Thanks in advance!

[Paul H 4]

I would think that showing them the interview letter and your ties would be enough to satisfy them that you will be returning.

[Flames9_RN 358]

Hi Everyone!

This is my first post on Visa Journey and I have to say I am very glad that I found this website. I have a question about going down to visit my husband in the states. I have already visited him once at the beginning of august but the trip was only for a couple weeks and this time I would like to go longer. I want to go down for 8 weeks but I do not know if that seems like too long and if they will let me through the border. My other option is to go down for 3 weeks and then come back to Canada and then make another trip a month later. Any advice? I think I have sufficient documentation to show I have ties back to Canada either way and at this time I am just waiting for an interview date for Montreal which I have noticed from this site that so are quite a few other people. Thanks in advance!

Welcome to VJ!! Yours is probably the #1 asked question here on the CDN forum! If you use the search engine, you will find a lot of responses. My 2 cents is found below in my signature! 1 should bring as much ties as possible to Canada to prove that you will be returning. Immigration paperwork is a great 1, return airfare, letter from employer stating they expect u back on such a date, utility bills, etc etc! What it all boils down to is the POE officer!! You could have the worlds best evidence, and he can still deny you entry, which does not affect ur visa process (as long as you did not lie--Never lie!!!) Most have no problems at all visiting. I traveled to DC from NS just about every month, never had a problem!

Welcome to VJ and best of luck

[Udella&Wiz 325]

What he said...don't lie,answer all questions honestly and come prepared with proof that you are returning to Canada.

Edited September 7, 2011 by Udella&Wiz

[neiks 19]

I think you should be fine. You have to satisfy that you have obligations, responsiblities and a life to return to in Canada. Sounds like you have the proof, plus you are indeed going through the legal immigration process. So, unless you have all your worldly belongings with you at the time you try to enter you should be fine. But, just remember you may still be pulled in for some secondary questioning, just stay calm and present your intentions and facts clearly and truthfully.