Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	APPROVED!!!	FABULOUS! Very happy for you both! Congrats	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-05 10:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	How long did you wait to file for the IR-1/CR-1 after getting married?	We filed our I-130 3 years and 1 month after we were married.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-06 17:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CR-1 travel in and out of the US	I just read a thread on here yesterday that kind of ties into this, it was about someone traveling back and forth between the US and Canada. Basically, what was said is that as long as your visa has been processed at POE you are ok to travel back and forth. Can someone please confirm this.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-08 10:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CR-1 travel in and out of the US	As far as I'm aware, there should be no problem with your husband traveling to the UK and re-entering the US with his visa. If you look at the fine print on the visa I'm sure it says something about "upon endorsement serves as a temporary residence permit for 1 year".	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-08 09:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	am i the only one	San Diego, I've lived there, is pretty safe as such things go. I'm not sure I'd be that worried in Oakland, however Oakland can be pretty bloody rough. The firearms thing is a very European (or maybe just non-US?) way of looking at it. The good news is that your odds of getting shot, while slightly higher in San Diego than some other random places, is still really really low. Far lower than the media may make one think. Like I said, I wouldn't be even slightly concerned with that. I completely understand your anxiety about guns, I think most Europeans inherently feel that way. My mother and father-in-law are petrified of the gun thing with GH moving to the US. EDIT: WRONG QUOTE! Meant that for Laure&Colin Edited by Mrs GH, 08 December 2011 - 04:07 PM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-08 16:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	am i the only one	Social security is never free. I live in France where we're supposedly lucky with our healthcare system, and I don't complain about it. But to have that, I must witness 21% of my gross income fly away to retirement, health, unemployment organisations before it hits my bank account. Everybody pays to be insured, except for a tiny fraction of people who really can't, and they are NOT where the deficit comes from. What I find unacceptable in a system of private healthcare companies, is that after you've paid for years, they deny your rights for any ridiculous reason they can find. I lived in another country that had a US like system and it happened to me a few times. I was very, very pissed. As for unemployment benefits: in my country where unemployed people are supposed to be happy, they do end. And finding a job is way harder than in the US! So I think your idea of a "welfare" society is not really accurate. OP's not in France, he's in the UK-- where I've seen people better off being on the dole than working. Bottom line is: if he really likes the way of life in the UK then, being totally honest, he probably won't have an easy time adjusting to life in the US.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-08 10:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	am i the only one	Is your wife living in the UK with you just now? If not she should think about moving there.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-07 19:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Medical in London	I'm sure you can fill out the medical form you need in the waiting room and you should be fine with your LND case number. With regards to the vaccination records, my husband had got some of them (you records are destroyed on the NHS once you turn 25 we were told) from our GP and I remember thinking they didn't look terribly 'official' but they seemed to be fine for the medical. Did you start the course of your MMR jabs?	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-09 06:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Approval in 79 days from I-130 NOA1 date.	Congrats!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-08 10:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	HELP VISA NEWBIE	Are you saying he entered on a work visa last June? Could you furnish us with a little more information please Edited by Mrs GH, 07 December 2011 - 10:10 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-07 10:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	i-864	That looks correct to me.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-09 15:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CAN YOU GUYS TELL ME IF THIS AFFIDAVIT IS GOOD TO GO?	Ohhh, like you're just using it as a template? Well if that's the case then I would just take out that last part. If I'm kind of understanding things right whoever put that example up put in that last part to be cheeky and catch people out (maybe?). Anyway, you are clearly NOT circumventing immigration laws if you have petitioned/are petitioning for an I-130. Edited by Mrs GH, 09 December 2011 - 09:24 PM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-09 21:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CAN YOU GUYS TELL ME IF THIS AFFIDAVIT IS GOOD TO GO?	This affidavit is being made by me for the purpose of circumventing immigration laws Umm... I don't quite understand what she means by this? Edited by Mrs GH, 09 December 2011 - 03:20 PM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-09 15:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Almost home!!!! Yay! ;)	I'm sure your card takes roughly 2-4 weeks to come in the post after POE. Here's a good thread on how to quickly obtain your SSN: http://www.visajourn...y-get-your-ssn/ Edited by Mrs GH, 11 December 2011 - 08:40 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-11 08:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Almost home!!!! Yay! ;)	I just read a recent thread on POE (of course I can't find it now). But what a lot of people here were saying is that it's very easy and they don't ask you many questions due to the fact that you would have recently gone through an interview at the embassy. However, I see you were issued your visa in June 2011 and you're just going to the US now. Kind of similar to us, we won't be returning to the US until the beginning of February. I'm not sure, but I'm thinking they might ask why we waited that time to come back to the US? Which is easily explained, but that's one of the only questions I could see a CO really having. Edited by Mrs GH, 07 December 2011 - 09:15 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-07 09:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	POE - flight via Toronto	Well I'm thrilled to be going home and my mom and dad are obviously over the moon to have us back. GH says he's not even a little bit sad to be leaving when I ask him. So it's all good I'm really happy that you'll get the be back together for Christmas!!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-11 14:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	POE - flight via Toronto	Ok kids, it's booked but it's via Calgary... and I have a 3 hour 45 minute layover which I'm hoping will be enough. Great news! Are you feeling a little sad at all to be leaving? I know you're super excited though!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-11 08:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	POE - flight via Toronto	Great news!! This has been a long time coming hasn't it? Best of luck and a good journey You've got to be over the moon, HOME FOR CHRISTMAS!! x	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-09 14:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	how do I know that my co sponsor qualifies?	I cant use my father since he is on benefits. and he doesnt meet the poverty guideline. Im trying to use my brother in law. he has to dependants on his taxes which are my two nieces. but my sister lives in my parents house and receives gov. assistance but my brother in law doesnt. he make 44k a year. but how can i determine if he qualifies just by filling it out? but how can i determine if he qualifies just by filling it out? Does your brother-in-law live alone? So it's just him and his two daughters that make up his household size?	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-12 16:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	how do I know that my co sponsor qualifies?	These are the current poverty guidelines that the sponsor/joint sponsor needs to meet: http://www.uscis.gov...form/i-864p.pdf You need to take in consideration the household size (are all your siblings living at home along with your nieces?). You can also use those other members of the household's income in addition to your father's income to meet those requirements.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-11 14:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	IR/CR?	I had thought "Conditional Relative" because they have to remove conditions after 2 years?	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-12 11:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Filling I-130 question	Hello, I am going to start filling the application for my suppose, I have a lot of questions. first: do I have to fill out all the questions on the I-130? even if they do not apply to my suppose? like (C-11) it ask about previous marriages, she was never married before, so would I need to write "n/a"? or leave it in blank? The other question I have is, we got married in the US last year, but she returned to her home country days after our marriage, where she is right now waiting for the whole process to start, she came with a tourist visa (never over stay) question (C-14) does this apply to her? (She is not here anymore) Thank you You put "n/a" which means "Not Applicable" (which you can also put). If your wife is living in Panama you put "not applicable" for C14.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-30 14:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Filing I-130 - Two Questions	I changed CO to CBP officer in the original sentence because Consular Officers have nothing to do with US border entry procedures, that is the purview of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). I meant "Customs Officer" I have seen it referred to on here as "CO" as well before. Edited by Mrs GH, 31 December 2011 - 06:24 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-31 06:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Filing I-130 - Two Questions	Thanks for the quick replies! Ok, so if I (as a Canadian) can visit the US legally for 6 months in a year, could my husband move to the USA, establish domicle and I could "visit" him for 6 months, file my I-130 and then return to Canada for the remaining wait for my Visa? Could I do this if I file for the I-130 here in Canada or will they disallow a visit to the USA for such a long period based on the fact that I am applying for immigration? I have read about Montreal being tough on proving domocile. My biggest worry, but if my husband has to move first I am prepared for it. If we can show that we have already leased an apartment, opened bank account prior to moving, I am hopeful that will be enough? The CO could refuse you entry if they're not satisfied that you really intend on going back to Canada.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-30 14:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!	Happy New Year! 2012 here we come!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-31 21:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Applying for Spouse Visa from UK vs from the States	If you wait to file in May (after your anniversary) you can save yourself some hassle. If approved you will be issued an IR-1 visa which is a 10 year green card upon entry of the US. You also would qualify to file DCF and you should get the visa in about 5 months which would coincide with your moving date. Just an aside-- you will need to get police certificates from both ROI and the UK. Edited by Mrs GH, 06 January 2012 - 10:01 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2012-01-06 10:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Visa Approved	Congratulations!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2012-01-07 13:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	length of time CR-1 process takes	Ok, I've read through this whole thread and it seems to me your BIG question is: once you file your I-130 can your husband stay in the US with you until the interview. The answer is maybe yes, maybe no. He, I believe, will need to go back to Canada before the interview anyway for his medical exam and there is a chance that upon trying to reenter the US he could be refused entry. Also, keep in mind you will most likely need a joint sponsor for a CR-1 visa.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2012-01-02 14:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	1-864 scares the hell out of me	If this document is so troubling to you then maybe you have good reason not to sign it.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2012-01-24 16:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Taxes for foreign residents	My Dad has been taking care of filing my taxes while I have been living in the UK over the past 5 years, but he said that he hasn't included my foreign income and foreign taxes over that time. My parents have agreed to be co-sponsors when we get to the AOS stage, but do you think this oversight on my taxes will matter when they look at my tax returns? Hi there, Are you a USC currently living in the United Kingdom married to a UKC looking to file DCF? If so, then you will probably need your parents to cosponsor your husband for his IR-1/CR-1 visa anyway as you will have to prove your intent to reestablish residency. There will be no Adjustment of Status (AOS) for him if it is IR-1/CR-1. I also lived in Glasgow for just shy of 4 years, I filed all my foreign earnings using the Foreign Earned Income Exemption. They were mostly interested in my Dad's taxes as he was my joint sponsor. If you need anymore help message me Edited by Mrs GH, 26 February 2012 - 12:46 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2012-02-26 00:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	AP - London INterview	Maya, I'm really sorry to read this! Hopefully, as the others have said, it's just a case of the embassy doing a few more checks and he will be all set to reunite with you Try not to get too down (I know that is easier said than done).	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-06 08:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Audit on New Live Trace	Congratulations! Great news.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-11-25 16:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	port of entry... confused	one more question, is the delta airlines very strict with their policy regarding with the size of checked-baggage??? http://www.delta.com...tions/index.jsp That link is the Delta Airlines checked baggage restrictions.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-11-30 09:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	port of entry... confused	You're Point of Entry or "POE" is the very first point where you enter the United States after going through customs. For example, my husband's Point of Entry will be Boston, MA, but we will then have a connecting flight to Buffalo, NY. Good luck and safe travels! Edited by Mrs GH, 30 November 2011 - 05:08 AM.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-11-30 05:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Experimental Drug Use :(	Visa was approved!!!!!!! AWESOME! Congrats!!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-01 07:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Experimental Drug Use :(	Just wanted to say I really do hope everything works out for you both! And I moved to the UK from the US to get married and live-- it's not so bad! The important thing is to be together.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-10-15 18:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Visa Approved - Previous Drug Use	So great everything worked out just fine for you guys!!	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-01 07:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Does he want to have children?	How do you know- never done it?? Hardly any logic there ~ Never jumped off the Empire State building but I know I don't want to. Most people have a pretty good handle on what they are like inwardly. Having kids "because you've never done it" is a dramatic way to learn ... your gut was correct... now you're stuck. I totally agree.	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-07 10:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Does he want to have children?	I'm just wary due to my past with a former partner that hated to be put on the spot about such things. Never mind about the ex, he's old news! From how you've described your boyfriend it seems like he's the kind of guy where you could just come out and ask him	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-07 05:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	POE and flights	Give yourself enough time in between flights to allow for this. I agree with iwaiting, read the reviews for your POE, it might give you a better idea of how long a process it is. It's a busy time of year to fly in general. Here's a thread from a day or two ago which has some good answers: http://www.visajourn..._1#entry5046065	Mrs GH	Female	Scotland	2011-12-10 13:03:00