Green Card Lottery and other US Visas

I am approaching a move to Belgium so a partner and I can live our lives there together. I have looked into several possible ways, but I'm seeking advice and I have questions. I have secured decent funds. I have about $6,000 with more before I plan to depart which is scheduled for December 12th. I have a passport that will remain active for many years. My partner's family is extremely supportive and is offering me a place to stay as well as help eith enrolment. I cannot qualify for cohabitation currently. It seems best that I try to enroll in schooling there and obtain a student visa. I have been learning Dutch for about 95 days. I'd have to study courses in English. I have not studdied post-secondary education yet. I've started applications and tomorrow I'll ask for my high school transcripts. I'm afraid of being denied on a visa application. I'm also afraid that it may he improper that I move there and apply for the visa afterwards. The Belgian embassi

Exact question: "Three or more arrests or convictions, not from a single act, for crimes relating to a controlled substance or alcohol?" There were two incidents where I was arrested for drugs. These arrests resulted in two misdemeanor convictions. Does 2 arrests + 2 misdemeanor convictions = 4? Seems like it's asking about three or more incidents. submitted by /u/Tripl3b3am [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qk2s4v/k1_visa_three_or_more_arrests_or_convictions/

My kids’ Indian passports are about to expire. We are currently in US. Their i-485 is under process. I see that Embassy needs valid immigration papers. Can I file for renewal or wait till they get GC. My wife and I already have GC so not sure if my kids’ current status is considered valid anymore. submitted by /u/rkpandey20 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qk0vyt/passport_renewal_for_kids/

Hey guys, have a question for a document required for the forms mentioned above, I’m doing the process for my mom to get her green card. My question is regarding birth certificate from another country. My mom birth certificate states she was born in a town in peru called, example: Huánuco However in my birth certificate, it states she was born, example San Martin. How much is this of an issues for her application? submitted by /u/bzeva9658 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qk2gn4/i485_and_i430_question/

A friend of ours adjusted status from a non immigrant visa years ago after meeting someone (J1, B1, then got married and decided to stay on one of the visits and adjusted and is now LPR for several years). Her parents want to visit via an ESTA now that borders are reopening. Will this end up posing an issue? Would you recommend they apply for a visitor visa (even though their country of origin is on the ESTA list) for the opportunity to show more ties to their home country (two homes, a business, etc..)? submitted by /u/GNU_Yorker [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qk29he/esta_visitor_after_their_daughter_adjusted_status/

hey guys, so many of you may already know democrats are trying to change the registry date to 2010. I was hoping somebody could help me with a question I have. if this change would pass, could somebody who went to elementary school for the 2009-2010 school year be eligible if they left the country for the summer of 2010 and came back in less than 2 months? I noticed the current registry date have the word "continuosly" and on the criteria to become a citizen, it says continuosly means to not have left the country for more than 6 months as a green card holder. I know this is two different things, but I was hoping it could apply the same thing to the registry. I left the country with my tourist visa up to day, and came back with visa too but overstayed it. thanks submitted by /u/ricaxrdo [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qk11nz/registry_date/

I am open to people who have done it legally, illegally and everything in between. I am a musician and traveler and interested in relocating to the USA. Specifically, Minneapolis, Chicago, LA, Nashville or NOLA. I'm a Canadian citizen, male, 30 years old. Have experience teaching music, substitute teaching, mentoring disadvantaged youth, being a bar musician among other things. ​ Thanks for any pointers or just straight up good stories. submitted by /u/Forgetful________ [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qk0yyl/looking_for_stories_from_people_who_have/

Hi guys: My wife’s green card expired back in June, 2021, i read that I should apply for removal of CR before 90 days of expiry. What will happen? submitted by /u/shakespear94 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjz2dk/conditional_resident_after_gc_expiring/

Anyone having birth certificate affidavit for green card purposes???I dont have my last name in the birth certificate. submitted by /u/jaba777 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjvsv1/affidavit_for_birth_certificate/

Hi everyone. I'm a UK citizen and I have travelled to the states 3 or 4 times on an ESTA. Once in 2018, once in 2019 and once in 2020. Its worth mentioning that I travelled in Feb 2020 for 3 weeks but was stuck until May because of covid. I am aware that there is a 90 day cycle for visiting. I'm not sure if this classes as overstaying. (ETA: I had to stay until May - the airlines kept delaying my flights, I could not be repatriated, I had no money to book elsewhere, airportd were locked down here etc etc. Basically saying, I would have left after the three weeks had that been an option. My return tickets were booked.) (ETA: DECEMBER 2019 I was there 12 days FEB TO MAY 2020, I was there for 62. That doesn't go over the 90 days, so maybe it's not overstaying?) I also applied for a spousal visa. My ex husband is American. I got as far as rhe medical and interview stage. My interview was approved pending the medical. As I have mental health issues (specifically bipolar),

I am a UK citizen who recently had a 90 day stay in the US from July to October under the visa waiver program; my wife who is a US citizen applied for a visa to move to the UK with me whilst I was there and that is where we are now living and beginning our married life together. My wife's mother lives alone and because I have some time off at Christmas from my studies we were thinking about going to spend the holidays with her, we would be there for approximately 32 days and then return home. I understand this may be an issue as I would have only been out of the US for 2 and a half months before trying to return. What I am wondering is if my wife having a UK visa along with my studies be sufficient proof to immigration that I am not going to overstay? We would be going through pre-departure immigration at Dublin airport as I live in Northern Ireland. ​ Thank you in advance! submitted by /u/j_blues [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments

My family of 4 (2 children, spouse and me) - all are Canadian citizens. I work in Tech and spouse in Climate Sustainability. What is our fastest path to US citizenship? submitted by /u/d3ya5t [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjx76s/canadian_citizens_to_us_citizens/

According to their website, the chart still states that nowhere in Mexico is providing the interviews needed in order to get a US B1 tourist visa if you are a new applicant. However, the page hasn't been updated since June, and I am hearing that some offices have started giving the interviews again. Does anyone know? submitted by /u/LA021993 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjwo4w/us_tourist_b1_visa_application_are_they_currently/

My fiance (from Argentina) and I applied for the K1 visa process, and we received our NOA2. He still hasn't registered for an interview yet. Due to a family death, we decided that we would postpone our wedding in the US. Is it possible to wait a few months or a year and not jeopardize our paperwork? Would the process still be the same, but we would just hold off on registering for an interview date? Please, if anyone has any idea, we would be so grateful! submitted by /u/Sweetsun345 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjvrn6/k1_visa_postponed/

If a person entered the US legally but overstayed the visa (by several years), and wants to return to country of origin, how can they do it? The complicated part is the original out of country passport was eaten by the dog. submitted by /u/Fresh_Instance_7982 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjv2dz/how_to_get_back_to_country_of_origin_from_usa/

A friend of a friend was a US resident since she was a child, but she was originally adopted from Canada. Never became a US citizen, and moved back to Canada less than 5 years ago after working for 30+ years of working in the US. Shes now wondering if she'll qualify for social security benefits. Anyone know? submitted by /u/Purpledoors3 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjuj43/us_resident_canadian_citizen/

Hi everyone. I'm applying for a new US passport (old one was issued while I was a minor) and the consulate asked to bring age-progression photos. I have a few questions to ask and will appreciate your responses: 1. What age ranges should be reflected in the photos? I have a collection of photographs from my toddler years up until age 8 or thereabout. Will these be enough I can present additional photos, but these are from my social media accounts. Can I print them on paper and present them along with the regular images? submitted by /u/Such-Pangolin-6355 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjt0hy/questions_about_ageprogression_photos/

Husband applied for green card as sponsor for his dad. At the time of filing, over two years ago, he was active duty military. Now, he has been unemployed for over 7 months and would not qualify as a sponsor. Will his employment come up in the interview? If not, will it not being accurate cause denial? submitted by /u/Fresh_Instance_7982 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjsxo3/i184_not_accurate_before_interview_will_this_be/

I applied for naturalization (Form N-400) on Oct 1 2020 from Long Island, NY. My biometrics was in Jan 2021. What’s been the average wait times for everyone whose gotten their interview. A friend of mine who applied in NYC said it was a year from applying to her ceremony. submitted by /u/apatanio [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjqxd6/average_wait_times/

Hi all, Is it possible to travel outside of the US with a pending I-485 for short family visits of 1-2 weeks? Would be quite expensive if I had to pay the $600 every time, especially since the processing time seems to be 16 months...even for immediate relatives. submitted by /u/Smoove95 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjo5n7/travel_outside_of_us_with_pending_i485_and_e2_visa/

Currently I have been working remotely with a US company for a few months. I am considering my options to come to the US for meetings and contract negotiations. I currently have a B1/B2 Visa and I may want to visit once or twice a month for specific meetings and contract negotiations. No longer than 2-5 day stays at a time. How frequently can I make short trips of this nature while staying within the guidelines of the B1 business visa? I am considering once or twice a month (for 2-5 days at most) at a time, for a few months. If that is possible is that something that can be done for 1-2 years if so long? I do not imagine I will need to do this for that long but I am curious as to what is permitted. submitted by /u/Miss_Development_47 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjmx15/will_i_be_overusing_my_b1_visa_for_very_short_but/

Hey yall. So I completed my bachelors degree from Arizona State University. (Senior year online). Almost a year ago, my US f1 visa was cancelled on Port of Entry due to involvement in off campus employment. I did re-apply since I was not barred from applying again but I received a refusal from the embassy under 214(b) after administrative processing. I had to stay in my home country so I started a job here since I could not see any possible chances considering my situation. A few days ago, my employer discussed an opportunity for a master's program from USA to which I was skeptical at first, but since the employer has agreed to sponsor me for tuition and residence provided I return back to Pakistan to rejoin the company. I decided to apply for graduate programs (USC marshall, Columbia, and UCLA) since I graduated magna cum laude and have a GRE score of 326. My question is, should I have any hopes for a visa for masters or is it just a lost cause? The only circumstances that have

Ok this might be a doozy. Got married, changed me name after the fact (ie didn’t change on the marriage certificate) through local court system. My GC has the new married name, but not a US citizen yet so still have my home country passport. My home country won’t recognize my married name because it was changed through US court. So as a compromise, the ID page on my passport still has maiden name but the next page is an endorsement that says “this person also goes by [married name]” For traveling to Mexico, would it be enough to have my green card, my passport, and a certified copy of the name change court order? What should the name on my airline ticket be? (Going to apply for citizenship ASAP so I can leave this name headache behind, btw) submitted by /u/cherry_chocolate92 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjfhfp/traveling_with_married_name_on_gc_and_maiden_name/

Hello there, My boyfriend will be visiting me here in the US in Germany (we are currently long distance). He's obviously German, and I am a US green card holder (my nationality is Indian). When we get married in November, would the marriage be recognized in Germany, since the marriage is taking place in the US? Also, how would this affect tax returns and stuff? I am thinking of getting a job soon, so would the marriage affect filing taxes on my income here? He doesn't have a regular job, and runs a woodworking business in Germany. Another question I have is if he will get a green card through marriage. One more note I'd like to add is that the German embassy in my city (Seattle, WA) is not functional currently, and the only other embassy I can go to is in San Francisco which sucks, but hopefully I don't have to go to the embassy to get married lol. Thank you, and my apologies if this is the wrong place for a question of this nature. submitted by /u/coerced__

I'm a 19yo Romanian who wants live and work in the United States and I want to know if there is a way I can do it. I tried to see if my grandmother in law could take me, since she has citizenship but it seems like she can't and I tried with going on a greencard site early this month and a few days ago I was called by a Florida number, and the guy asked me some of the same questions I gave on the site. He asked me if I'm married or have a criminal record and stuff, and after that we began to not understand each other that well and the. last thing was something along the lines of "are you expecting a mail from the government" and I was like "I don't know for sure how this works" then after a bit of more talk he said he wishes me luck with my visa and I don't really know what that really means for me or for the possibility of me getting to USA.. All I want is to go live and work there and I don't really have anyone that can help me like family

My spouse (LPR on 2-year GC) suggested going through all of the photos we're sending as evidence of our marriage and labeling everyone digitally. Do you think USCIS would appreciate this or be annoyed by it? submitted by /u/GNU_Yorker [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjb7ro/removal_of_conditions_digitally_labeling_everyone/

I had a H1-B transfer with I-797A notice of action. Attached was a new I-94 departure record. On the back of the I797-A it reads that I need to turn in this I-94 to CBP before I depart United States. I'm flying out to Canada and a bit confused about the steps. Do I before going through airport security look for CBP office and turn it in? Or do I turn it in to the Canadian border services agency? Or on the I94 website it says I can even turn it in to the commercial airline? Upon exiting the United States the traveler should surrender the previously issued paper Form I-94 to the commercial carrier or to CBP upon departure. submitted by /u/throwaway248u1982471 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qjar2e/where_to_turn_in_paper_i94/

The landscape for healthcare seems super intimidating. Medicare, Medicaid, and different versions of each. Seems like one is only for people paid tax for 10years and other has 5year waiting and minimum age 65. Is MNsure (Obamacare) the only option left? submitted by /u/joshhazel1 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qja2d6/bringing_parents_to_us_age_60_and_65_wondering/

If someone who currently maintains their F-1 status uses the EAD associated with pending I-485 (marriage to an LPR), would they lose their F-1 status or maintain both? submitted by /u/Sad_Hyena_2505 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj9tt5/f1_with_marriagebased_ead/

This might be a stupid question but I can't find the answer anywhere. We are currently in the USA on single entry J1/J2 visas issued via the national interest exemption. We want to travel back to our home country for a family event. Is it correct that we would need to travel back to our home country, and only then could we apply for a whole new visa before we would be able to reenter the USA? Can the J1 holder leave the country for the event and leave the J2s in the USA? Would each person need a new visa in this situation? I can't get my head around this process. Thank you in advance for any advice. submitted by /u/AppleRhubarbCrumble [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj98kk/single_entry_j12_visas_and_reentry/

Dear all, I have the US F1 student visa on my passport. Unfortunately, I have a small stain right above my head in the visa picture that happened without realizing that the stain was actually on the other page of the visa, but it got on the visa page itself when I folded the passport. Will this affect me by any chance when I travel to the US? Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/L3Gende [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj8va2/little_stain_on_my_visa/

My husband, a US citizen, applied for a green card sponsoring his Venezuelan father who overstayed his US visa by 8 years. My husband has not been employed for 7 months now and our relationship with his father has deteriorated to total toxicity. I do not want to sponsor his father as the only working adult in the family. Is there a way to change his documents to TPS? Is there a way to revoke I-130 and get our money back? submitted by /u/gya12345 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj858x/way_to_change_i130_to_tps/

I am planning a motorcycle trip from the US to Baja CA, Mexico. I am still waiting on the title for a brand new motorcycle to arrive in the mail. I'm wondering if I will be turned away at the border without this document. submitted by /u/iHeartCoolStuff [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj78mo/will_they_check_for_my_vehicle_title_at_the/

Howdy y'all! We're in a long term relationship and wanting to continue our lives together in the States. We're trying to figure our best gameplan here for my fiance and I to: Get married. Get her Green Card. We have a visit this coming January, and as I understand it we should avoid being married on a tourist/visitation visa as that would complicate a future K1. After the visit, we plan to start the K1 process. Was wondering if anyone has any experience in saving time legally here, we're not wanting to risk anything here as steep the waiting times seem to be. I understand some countries like Germany allow marriage to be filed without one party being present if the other has power of attorney. Would it be wise to do that for the sake of having the k1 fee waived or is there a hitch I'm not seeing in that? Thank you all very much for your time, help, and advice! submitted by /u/TheBearWitchProject [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/i

I went to the US on an H2B visa in 2017. Before my season ended, I extended my visa for another 6 months to work for a different company. My employer who filed my visa extension, never gave me my extension approval notice (I-797A). I contacted my employer for a copy of that document, as I've applied for a new H2B visa and I need a copy of all previous visas and visa extensions for my visa appointment, which is in 2 weeks. I have a friend who I worked with in the US, who's current colleague also apparently lost her I-797A of her extension a few years back. She also applied for a new H2B visa 2 years back without her lost I-797A and her visa was approved. A few of my friends, who all went for their visas last year got asked for all their previous visas and I-797 of all their previous visa extensions. So my visa appointment is in 2 weeks and what do I do when the consulate officer asks me for my I-797 of my visa extension? And what's the chances that he will deny my visa be

I applied again this year but did some digging in advance on what there is to be done in case you win (wishful thinking) and found out you are supposed to declare past employment history in the ds-260 form, the thing is I'm from a non EU country and I've worked 3 times in Italy, while I made sure not to overstay my visa (one of the times on a student visa as I was studying there), I wasn't exactly supposed to be able to work in Italy. The jobs were relatively simple (1 time dishwasher and twice receptionist), they pay you below minimal wage hence they don't hire locals (win/win), make up some fake internship papers and have your cost of living covered (housing and some times food too)So I'm worried if this affects my chances of qualification and if the uscis cares enough to look into this submitted by /u/Frosty_Viper [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj4iwm/dv_lottery_question/

Hello, i am 24yo trying to immigrate from Algeria to previously mentioned countries I have some family members in both countries, but said relatives asked me to do my own research before they can help me with the procedures. I am a master degree graduate in Civil laws and responsibility, i speak Arabic /French /English fluently, and some Spanish here and there. My question to you is, where do i start, where and how do i get the information i need, i am genuinely clueless and any form of advice would massively help me Thank you submitted by /u/Rapiof2 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj4cdv/immigration_to_belgiumgermany/

Hi everyone! I’m the beneficiary and about to have my interview soon. I’m an international student living in Germany. I’m wondering if it is a red flag that my fiancé had a foreigner ex before? That was actually the whole reason why we met. They met online, he got ticket to visit her, but broke up a month before his trip, he decided to go anyway and we met. The ex is German, though. Please lmk if this is not the right place to ask. Appreciate any help! submitted by /u/Ok_Coffee_404 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj2a0p/k1_visa_red_flag/

Little about my situation: Family of four (one more on the way); Myself and all children are US citizens with passports; We are applying for a spouse visa for my wife (only non-US citizen in our family); Currently on the documents review stage. In august we submitted all documents for my wife’s greencard; we just got a response a couple days ago and a couple documents need adjusting and there was a request for evidence as to the petitioner’s (me) domicile. Since we are living together as a family, I am obviously not domiciled in the USA and I only now better understand the weight of that issue. But as far as I can tell, we are really only a few months out from my wife getting an interview at the embassy (assuming of course the documents get approved). My wife currently has a valid tourist visa that she has traveled on before since our i-130 got approved and since the question of domicile has come up we were thinking of moving to the USA, found a place to live (i.e. re-establi

This is what we've submitted and we would like to know from others, if maybe this is enough Evidence of meeting in person: First trip pictures together (12) with description Receipts from flights and Airbnb flight itinerary and confirmation Airbnb reservation info Second trip pictures (14) with descriptions Receipts of 2 Airbnb's (we were on 2 different cities) Receipts of Flights and bus tickets flight itinerary and confirmation Airbnb reservation info Ongoing Relationship phone call logs (15 pics) chat messages (10 pics) mailed gifts pics receipts of mailed gifts upcoming trip flight and Airbnb info and receipts letters mailed Thank you submitted by /u/thatmexguy [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj2clu/will_this_be_enough_evidence_for_k1/

My brother has been in the house for a month (he arrived in the US last month after his visa is approved), and I think he gets frustrated because he can't apply for jobs, open a bank account or even get a permit without his physical green card. Is this a normal situation or could there possibly other documentation he can use? submitted by /u/thriftyberry [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qj2b9r/waiting_for_green_card_to_arrive_family_petition/

Hello all. I moved here in the US when I was 17, few days later before I turn 18. I was petitioned by my father. My father became a U.S. Citizen before I turned 18 and the law was if he petitioned me before I turn 18, I am automatically a citizen. However, when we were at the immigration department in LAX Intl airport, one of the consulate said I can’t be a citizen and I will have to wait 5 years to apply. He didn’t explain or said anything to us. We were also in a rush because we had to catch our connecting flight. When we arrived to our final destination, my dad immediately filed for my Citizenship, along with my SSN, and I also received my Green card. When we received the paperwork for my Citizenship, it was denied saying that we did not have enough proof of evidence. I am 25 now and I spoke to an immigration lawyer earlier this year and she told me that I am a citizen and I should just apply for a passport. However, I want to be sure and do the right thing. Any suggestions? Shoul

I need help from anyone who has applied recently to the Federal Skilled Worker under the Express Entry to Canada. To those that has done the Provincial Nomination Program for all provinces and successfully got PR after that, can you DM me? I have a couple of questions. submitted by /u/chimichangapancakes [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qiyn19/need_help_regarding_pnp_for_canada_immigration/

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I am an American citizen and my wife is Taiwanese. We will be immigrating to the US next year and we are trying to explore some different job possibilities for her. She has a bachelor's degree in Business Management from a Taiwanese University and her work experience has been mostly Assistant and Reception jobs at International Corporations in Taiwan. However, she is not incredibly interested in staying with that career path. Her English language ability in speaking and writing is high intermediate. Her Speaking level is especially good. Also a native Mandarin speaker. We are wondering what kind of jobs immigrants in her position are able to find. Will it be very difficult to find jobs that are not labor or service industry jobs? She has interest in possibly doing something related to social media marketing, life enrichment/event coordination for elderly homes or health and wellness related jobs. Anything specifically related to Chinese and English language ability would be anot

Me and my wife been married for 3+ yr and got a kid together, this year we have filled for the form I-130 together. A month ago we had a bad argument that split us. During this time did some things that I didnt know she was capable of personally which made me confront her and tell her that Ik about everything and I would never get back together. Immediately after that she proceeded to ask me about the case number,knowing her I know that she is canceling it without thinking about my son and the fact that my visa expired mid process. Is there a way for me to adjust my status in order to stay with my kid if my intuition is right? Like can I even get deported if she does cancel it? Im just stressed out and looking for solutions cuz my kid is all that matters in this whole mess. submitted by /u/IDontReallyCare__ [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qijpti/what_happens_if_the_petitioner_withdraws_the_form/

I have recently met a friend of my kid who was brought to the US in 2009 at the age of 10 on a tourist visa, and who has been living here ever since. As far as I can tell, DACA doesn't apply to him since he arrived after 2007. Are there any options for getting some protections or the ability to work legally? He's currently in College, and I would like to help him if possible, but I have no experience with this. Thanks for any advice! submitted by /u/bl0bster [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qil5k3/options_for_undocumented_person_brought_to_the_us/

Does the employee or the lawyer have to do anything if the employee is moving to a different team within the same organization? Or can they just wait for the combo card to arrive before making any changes to the filed petition? submitted by /u/zetret [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qikjq6/employee_getting_moved_to_different_team_with/

Is this allowed? Thanks! submitted by /u/zetret [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qikij8/traveling_outside_the_usa_with_i485_i131_and_i765/

Asking for a friend. So she’s been married for 7 years and has been with him total of 13-14 years. They also have a 12 year old kid. Their marriage has been going down hill and she mentioned she wanted a divorce, she also naturalized couple months ago and her husband said that he can file to denaturalize her. Is that even possible? submitted by /u/em1_k20 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qikduo/divorce_after_couple_months_of_being_a/

I sent my documents to NVC following approval of my I-140. As a proof of residency in Canada where I am to interview for the visa,I sent my confirmation of permanent residence ( COPR). Could have sent my PR card but it has about 3 months validity at this time and the requirement for identity documents is 6 months validity. The letter from NVC states that landed immigrant documentation is sufficient. My attorney has raised an inquiry as he believes this should suffice too. Any one with similar experience ? submitted by /u/Journeyman_2020 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qikaay/nvc_residency_documentation_for_canadian_pr/

I'm looking pay for advice on retaining or giving my green card. Hoping that someone has a positive experience with a firm. Google had not been helpful. Thanks! submitted by /u/avent606 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qik904/recommendations_for_us_immigration_lawyers/

I got an appointment on Dec 2nd 2021 in Vancouver. I just worry will they cancel it? Anyone get the B visa recently in Canada？ submitted by /u/jeremyda123 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qijb4r/any_one_get_us_b_visa_in_canada_recently/

According to the November 2021 visa bulletin, my category (F1-adult children of US citizens) is stuck on Dec 1, 2014 since 3 months. Am I seeing it right or missing something? My priority date is Oct 15, 2015 and this is starting to bother me. Because if the category isn’t moving ahead at all, I’m not going to get an interview even by the end of 2022. I’ve already submitted my documents and paid the fees on the website in august and haven’t heard back from them either yet. submitted by /u/l00t9 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qij0ax/f1_visa_category_final_action_date_stuck_on_dec_1/

Hi, I'm trying to get my uk licence switched over. I've been To the Dmv, passed the written teat and got my learner permit. Does anyone know if I now can just take a test or if I have to take lesson. I've been driving for 20 years + Thanks submitted by /u/Lornbar [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qiilr7/uk_driver_trying_to_get_us_licence_in_nyc/

Hello I was wondering if any Canadians have any helpful experience with the k-1 visa medical exam preferably if you are closer to Toronto. I'm curious about the cost. Also how the interview process was for you and how long it took from start to finish from the process I know it will be a little different for everyone but a ball park range of time would be cool. I've talked to 2 lawyers about this process and one said 7-8 months and one said more like 1-1.5 years. submitted by /u/sotiredsosleepy [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qihpeo/k1_visa_medical_exam_canada/

Hi all, I am currently using my OPT and working for a company in the US. I have to return to my home country next week as my mom is not doing well so will be working remotely abroad - I know my OPT status will not be affected, but does anyone know if I can still be paid into my US account while working in my home country? Thanks! submitted by /u/F2ESC [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qifvox/working_abroad_being_paid_into_us_account/

Heya everyone I am planning on coming back to the USA (right now I am in Italy) Now... My worry is do I need to be fully vaccinated or is the 24h test enough? Because in Italy they don't have the third dose ready :/ Thank you so much! submitted by /u/Yuuyuumint [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qifugb/do_i_need_to_be_fully_vaccinated_to_come_back_to/

So, I can't seem to find any specific information about when I'm supposed to do this. Our case was just received by the embassy two days ago and we are still waiting for the instruction letter. I'm assuming they will send it to us within a week. How much time do we have to respond to packet 3 and when should we file the DS-160? Could somebody walk us through this part of the process? The embassy is Belgrade, Serbia if that helps at all submitted by /u/mellow_yellow___ [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qidppl/when_to_file_ds160_for_k1_visa/

Hello y'all. I know someone who is trying to apply for the DV Lottery and she has a younger brother (younger than 21 still) that she cares for because he is cognitively disabled. The father is alive, the mom is not, and the father doesn't care for them anyway, the older sister is the primary caregiver for the child but does not have any legal rights to him. Can I still enter him as a dependent under her entry application or will it automatically be rejected? If it would be rejected, is there any way around it or any other immigration application that would work for this situation? Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/Bored_of_this_shit [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qid8op/dv_lottery_dependent_question/

I’ll be traveling on an Emirates flight from EWR to Dubai. The flight has a 2-hour stop in Athens (Greece) but there is no aircraft change. So, since I won’t be leaving the aircraft, do I still need a Transit VISA for Greece? I currently hold an Indian passport with a US VISA. submitted by /u/mishra39 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qicq1v/transit_visa_athens/

Hi, I wanted to check if one needs to file Form AR-11 for change in address once you become permanent resident. I completely forgot about this form when changed apartment last year😬 submitted by /u/TukTuk007 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qic6rp/change_of_address_as_permanent_resident/

I recently received a summon for jury duty. I think they might have my information from the DMV. But the thing is , I selected not to vote on the DMV sheet so I am not sure what to do and why they have my information for the jury duty summon. Have you experience this before? submitted by /u/ASking12367 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qibs18/jury_duty/

Ok, I was expecting to help someone to come to US but one my friends who is working as immigration agent said it would be better to write an sponsor to the person I am sending invitation to come to US. I am totally clueless on sending invitation of like that. (Can anyone please send me sample of such letter?) Personally, I came with my parents in EDV visa. And I want invite my 30 year old guy friend from Nepal to visit US. Most of the immigration consultancy are saying it's almost impossible to invite people of such age to US. So, I really need your help guys on preparing the list of supporting document for his B1/B2 visa. On the other hand, I am going to ask for petition or some advocacy letter with my mayor and congress women from my states to help on his visa. I was wondering of asking there signature upon his advocacy letter that can be presented at the time of his visa interview. Do you think that would work out ? What are the things I should prepare to invite someone fr

Hi there, I’m filling out my I-864 affidavit to sponsor my wife. There is a section that asks for the last 3 years of taxes that I filed. I did not file taxes in 2018 because I was unemployed and didn’t earn any income for that year only, but I am over the 125% poverty requirement on my 2020 tax return. Am I required to check the box that states “I was not required to file taxes”? Or is that only for the most recent tax year? Thanks in advance for any input! submitted by /u/Darthsteve09 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qi9qvy/i864_tax_question/

I’m interested in knowing about the potential downsides of applying for the DV-2023 lottery. To provide some context, I have completed a masters degree in the United States while on a J-1 visa with a two-year home residency requirement. I will be completing the home residency obligation in July 2023. I’m also interested in getting another master’s degree in the United States on the academic year that starts in August 2023. I intend to pursue another master’s regardless whether I win the DV-2023 or I go through the F-1 visa route. I believe an additional masters will be of value to my skillset. However, I am at a crossroads at this point. The questions I have are: Can I set in motion the process for the (DV) visa while I am completing the two year rule? Will applying for a Diversity Visa adversely affect my chances of obtaining an F-1 visa after completing the two year rule? If I don't get the (DV) visa, can the DV application be interpreted as intent of immigration, and do

I would like to know if I should apply for citizenship in matters of continuance residence, I was 18 years old when admitted to the U.S. as a Legal Permanent Resident on Sep, 2019 through the D.V. program, my trips outside the U.S. (to home country) were for the purpose of school as I was already in college when I immigrated, they can be summed as: - 1.3 months in the US. - 8 months OUTSIDE (COVID-FLIGHT < 6months CANCELLED FOLLOWING PR. TRUMP EU-TRAVEL-BAN), returned with a repatriation flight arranged by the U.S.Embassy. - 6 months in the U.S. - 8 months OUTISDE (PARENTS SUPPORT COVID + SCHOOL + FAMILY MEMBERS DEATH) -- NOW --- - 1 year in the U.S. - 4 months OUTSIDE (SCHOOL) (APPLYING FOR A REENTRY PERMIT? ) - 1 month (Inside) - 3.5 months OUTSIDE (SCHOOL) - 4.5 months INSIDE - 3.5 months OUTSIDE (SCHOOL) - 1 month INSIDE. - 2.5 months OUTSIDE (SCHOOL) [SCHOOL FINISHED] - COME BACK DEFINITELY Given the scenario, I would reach about 33 months of physical presence

Hello, I petitioned a K-1 visa in November 2020. It was approved by USCIS in July 2021. I was told K-1 visas are always done in ciudad Juárez, but mine stated Mexico City. I spoke to an NVC call center representative and they told me because of how backed up they were Mexico City decided to help. Can anyone else confirm this? Is there anyways to see average processing times for the Mexico City consulate on K-1 visas? Anything helps submitted by /u/tridican [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhv27p/k1_visas_in_mexico_now_in_mexico_city/

Hi everyone, any help or guidance is greatly appreciated: I, US citizen, am dating this lady, she came on a tourist visa and overstayed it, way longer than 180 days. We are getting serious and talking about getting married. What am I looking at? Will she have to self-deport and wait for the process in her country? Where do I start? What route is better (type of application, etc)? Should I seek legal counsel? Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/cubalibresNcigars [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhudbt/marrying_someone_that_has_overstayed_her_visa/

Hey all, I initially submitted all supporting documents for spouse visa back in August and finally got a response requesting resubmission of certain documents. Does resubmission of corrected documents “reset” the clock and i need to wait another 70 something days to get a response or will the review take much quicker now? (Assuming I get the docs resubmitted in a timely manner). Thanks! submitted by /u/ItWouldBeGrand [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhsg7d/resubmitting_corrected_documents_to_uscistimeline/

Hey, everyone. We're about to apply very soon and I'd love to have things cleared up. I am the foreign fiancee in this situation. It says my fiance has to include things such as copies of my passport, sworn statements from each of us, proof of meeting up etc, for his petition. Does that mean I have to send him physical copies by mail, or will scanned PDFs suffice? I am worried about the specifics, so I want to make sure things are done correctly. Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/spacebound32 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhseyb/k1_visa_application/

Not sure if i will be able to qualify eb2 as an actuary. Currently on my way to become ASA, which is a professional designation from a professional body. Eb2 mention about this requirement, but not sure if this is enough to qualify as one. Any thoughts? Appreciate your help! submitted by /u/Edric_Kun [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhuoyy/anyone_familiar_with_eb2_requirementsactuary/

Hi all so i applied for my i485 last month eb3 with current date. I just checked my account and the fees for for the filing of i485 and i765 have been processed. Does this mean anything? I haven't even received a notice for the application yet. I'm excited but im not sure if i should be yet. Thanks in advance. submitted by /u/spradhan46 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhuni1/applied_for_i485_employment_based_about_a_month/

Anyone here receive any updates regarding their interview in Montreal? It says on the Consulate website that K1 visa processing has returned to normal, but after reviewing the backlog excel spreadsheet it appears as if the consulate hasn’t taken any cases from the NVC this month. Anyone have any insight as to what may be happening? My NOA2 is April 27, and my case has been sitting at the NVC since May 12. I’ve also been reviewing Visa Journey, but was wondering if anyone here has a similar timeline? submitted by /u/thatsapaddlin31 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhtpst/k1_visa_montreal/

(Background) I am US citizen and fiancé is Brazilian. She has one year of school left and is done at the end of 2022. We are thinking about doing either a K1 fiancé or a CR1. For either option we would submit in February/March of 2022. I am going to visit her again in January, and would get married if we decide CR1 is our option. We have all the documentation prepared for a K1. (Question 1) I see that K1 visas are taking much longer than normal times, is the CR1 also taking extreme times or is it the same? Which would be better for someone who is just looking to get their fiancé/spouse to US around the beginning of 2023 or end of 2022? (Question 2) Also if approved early on either how long does the fiancé have to organize their affairs? I have red 6 months from date of Visa Approval but keep in mind about Medical. submitted by /u/Rondackss [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhtmse/k1_visa_vs_cr1/

My mom is a citizen of Bangladesh and applied for a Canadian visa 6 months ago online. She is currently visiting me in the US. Is there a way for her to receive/ collect (I’m not sure how it works, if it’s a paper that is mailed to her?) her visa in the US when it is approved without having to go back to Bangladesh, so she can travel to Canada from the US directly? Or should we withdraw her current application and reapply in the US for a quicker processing time? The goal is to not have her go back to Bangladesh at all so she can go to Canada from the US directly. She is able to stay in the US with me till February. submitted by /u/soomanyydetailss [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhtejw/how_to_receive_canadian_visa_while_in_us/

I came in after 2001 but before 2005 with my parents and had A2 diplomatic visa status due to my father's job at country of origin's embassy. I am from Africa. I came in as a child age 6 yrs. My parents put down wrong information on paperwork when we were coming to the USA and added 1 year to my age. For example, if I am currently 27, paperwork says I am 28. We overstayed our visa (expired 2008). My i-94 was stamped with D/S. I got daca in 2012 when it first came out and have maintained it with no lapse ever since. I was technically 17 but due to paperwork error, I "officially" received daca at age 18 and 227 days. My employer wants to file Eb3 green card for me. PERM and i140 have already been approved. However, due to unlawful > 180 days, I am subject to 3 year bar. I am subject to 3 year not 10 year because unlawful presence accrues at age 18 and USCIS forgives 180 days or less. So I have 45 or so days unlawful presence counting against me. With current state

I have been living abroad for over ten years—purely independently; no American employer or military or anything like that. I always intended this to be a temporary move, so I still maintain: US mailing address (permanent residence/where I grew up) US drivers license (with above address) US bank accounts (same address as above) everything else I might need. My wife and I have been married for 6+ years (two kids, one on the way). We met and married all while I’ve been abroad. I left the USA in 2010, we married in 2015. We’ve visited the states a few times with her in a tourist passport. I am an American citizen by birth, and my kids are both American citizens. I have submitted all documentation to USCIS for my wife’s spouse immigrant visa and received a note that “petitioner may not be domiciled in the USA, please submit additional evidence.” It only seems now that I may not actually qualify to be “domiciled” in the USA…what do I do? Does the whole process have to start over?

Currently working on TN in the US, but found a new job and starting soon. I’m applying in what I’ve heard is an easy category (attorney). I can choose to either fly to Buffalo (peace bridge) or to YTZ and apply at Newark when I’m back. I’ve heard that Newark is fairly straight forward? What’s your experience? It would be easier for me to do Newark because I won’t have to get a cab to peace Bridge from the airport, etc. On the other hand, in the off chance that the officer finds something wrong with my application, I have to then buy a ticket back to Canada… I used Montreal last time, but there doesn't seem to be an affordable direct flight now, so it's not an option for me. Thank you! submitted by /u/tunnelbot [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhsu3u/tn_visa_poe_choice/

Im a South African over the age of 21. My dad has applied for my green card for the USA. Am I still allowed into the country to visit or will I have to wait for my green card to go back into the country. Someone mentioned it might be duel intent? I dont want to wait another 4 years or so to see my family. submitted by /u/purestofwednesdays [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhpz4v/visit_usa_before_receiving_green_card/

Question is above The ds 160 visa fee submitted by /u/No_Fun_1611 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhneso/where_do_i_pay_ds_160_few_k1_visa_philippines/

I just got all my stuff ready to apply for the DV lottery and realized my passport expired last week. I doubt I’ll be able to get a new passport before the deadline next week. Can I/Should I still apply? I’m so bummed. submitted by /u/emmaisarealgirl [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhmpxo/dv_lottery_passport_requirement/

Hi there. My fiancé plans on visiting me soon to the US as we haven’t seen each other since the country locked down from overseas (Aus) last year. We have a K1 pending, it’s at the embassy but Sydney consulate has been closed since July. Question is, should I be worried they won’t be allowed in the US? Staying here would delay the process more and they need to go back home still to sell vehicles, resign, and basically do all the things one does before they do move. We can provide employment letter? Perhaps a statutory declaration (or a notarized letter) stating they are going back and I have a lawyer 🤷🏼‍♀️ What else should we provide to prove they are going back after their visit? Thanks submitted by /u/Daehlluks8 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhl58e/fiancé_visiting/

I entered the dv lottery today, but in the section where I had to insert my education there were two options I was conflicted about, "university degree" and "some graduate level courses" I am currently in the middle of my masters degree but seeing as I have only completed my bachelors I put university degree in there, should I have chosen some graduate level courses instead and does this disqualify me? submitted by /u/Frosty_Viper [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhksh2/dv_lottery/

Can USC already start with petition for CR1, but the target schedule of wedding is February 2022? submitted by /u/darklooord [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhkb1w/spouse_visa/

Hi all, I hope this is the right place to post this - but my bf is wanting to travel to the US with me in December. He is an EU citizen, and therefore qualifies for ESTA, except that he has a work visa rejection from the US from 2019. He was told that his visa refusal won’t block him from entering the USA after 1 year, but he just received a refusal for the ESTA. Now we are wondering, will he always have to apply for a visa just to visit the US? It feels like a forever penalty just for being rejected from a work visa. I tried calling both the embassy and the ESTA people and they keep sending me to each other -___- curious if anyone else has been in this situation. Thanks! submitted by /u/megastewz [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/immigration/comments/qhj9xj/esta_visa_past_us_work_visa_rejection/