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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCan you guys believe this?!?!
Are you 100% sure about that? That is a big deal if it's true.
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-02-07 09:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresForcibly switched to CR-1 need some info
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QUOTE (calamitka @ Feb 18 2008, 07:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ColombianoGringo @ Feb 19 2008, 01:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I noticed you got an RFE from NVC.

Actually it might be a "false" RFE.
When NVC has reviewed I-864, automated system tels is RFE but really they waiting for DS 230 packet to enter the system. I ask my husband to send another DS230 because I made mistake. I left blank spot in q.20. I will call tomorrow.


Calamitka-
Did you get a letter asking for your DS230 before you had a chance to send it in? If so I was wondering if you responded to the letter? I received one and just sent in the DS230 with my supporting documents. It doesn't seem like I needed to answer the request for the DS230 since I was sending it in anyway. (Does my question make sense?) Thanks.

Well the thing is we are using James' shortcut so the next day after form DS230 was GENERATED my husband sent everything. He hasn't received actual letter asking for forms as of today (02.21).
We learned about RFE by automated systemon 02.16. I called on tuesday and I've been told after I-864 was completed, they "mising" DS230 packet and RFE letter was sent on 02.15. So it was "false" RFE, we had not have chance sent it by then. Just like you.
Yesterday DS230 entered into system(per operator) and I'm waiting for saturday update to hear this.
OK. My answer is like a maze but do you feel I have kind of answered for your question?


Yes, I understand. I am going to check with the NVC about my DS230, but was curious if the same thing had happened to others. good luck!
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-02-22 09:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresForcibly switched to CR-1 need some info
QUOTE (calamitka @ Feb 18 2008, 07:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ColombianoGringo @ Feb 19 2008, 01:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I noticed you got an RFE from NVC.

Actually it might be a "false" RFE.
When NVC has reviewed I-864, automated system tels is RFE but really they waiting for DS 230 packet to enter the system. I ask my husband to send another DS230 because I made mistake. I left blank spot in q.20. I will call tomorrow.


Calamitka-
Did you get a letter asking for your DS230 before you had a chance to send it in? If so I was wondering if you responded to the letter? I received one and just sent in the DS230 with my supporting documents. It doesn't seem like I needed to answer the request for the DS230 since I was sending it in anyway. (Does my question make sense?) Thanks.
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-02-21 17:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230
QUOTE (Alex1986 @ Mar 6 2008, 09:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well i have sent of my ds-230 packet to NVC realizing that in questions 20 & 22 i did not answer the questions completely. I am thinking that i will get an RFE just for that, so Im going to send another one in just so i dont get that RFE message in IVR. I know that RFE's take more time for completion of the case. Let me know what you guys think?? Any advice.


Ha - this is very coincidental. I was "RFE'd" last week for exactly that. I did NOT put "present" down in line 20. Anyway, I sent back a new DS230 just this morning. I cannot believe they want a completely new form for lack of one word.
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-03-06 10:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurestaxes
QUOTE (sgr @ Mar 3 2008, 12:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I got married in november 2007 in india.My wife is not working there and she is in india.I filed for I-130 in 1/08.Waiting for NOA2 ..And preparing for next step.I also applied for k3 visa received noa1.

First of all How do I file taxes for 2007? married jointly or filing seperately or single?

If so what should I do? Do i need to produlce any documents knowing time is limited for filing taxes.

Do I need to produce 2007 taxes for affidavit of support if receive NOA2 before 4/15/08

What are my BEST OPTIONS WITHOUT ANY TROUBLE FROM USCIS......

Thanks

Please help me helpsmilie.gif helpsmilie.gif


I was married in 2007 as well. This year, I filed as single for tax year 2007. On the advice of my accountant, I will file an amended return - as married - later in the year when my wife obtains her visa and moves to the US.
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-03-03 17:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresImmigration nightmare stories on NPR today
The lawyer who represented the immigrant widows in the class-actionlawsuite nearly wept while discussing the cases.
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-04-01 12:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresImmigration nightmare stories on NPR today
It actually aired on "This American Life". You can find info on that episode here

http://www.thislife....spx?episode=353
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-04-01 09:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview date
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Puravida4verMaleCosta Rica2008-04-14 16:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVermont Center I-130
QUOTE (sharif @ Oct 5 2007, 11:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Vermont center didn't process I-130 and N-400 for a month now. I am looking at the other centers they are all moving a head and they are behind a month or five weeks but vermont still showing processing July for 4 months now. Anybody knows what is the problem are they covering more regions than the other centers

app-I130 jul 27 and nothing...
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-08 02:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresvsc Has had my money order for 91 days ... help
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QUOTE (japanlover @ Oct 26 2007, 10:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
mailed my I 130 july 27 to VCS..then I called after 90 days they put a trace on it. I was tyold some one personaly would look for my case...greaaate so gave me a ref num and told me to wait a little more ....so i did two days later i called and a very honest phone person told me that they cant do the search with out then having have had imput my imfo and having had giving me a RECEIPT num.....so any advice please help helpsmilie.gif helpsmilie.gif


I had this happen to me in 2004. I contacted my local Congress office for the area I lived in and someone in her office was able to contact the service center and talk to someone. They found out my paperwork was just siting on someones desk and not taken to my case worker. Try doing the same trust me they will help you because they want your votes. I even got a call on Christmas Eve telling me what they found.

i live in dc who do i talk to ...there is no congress person....mayor or?


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mailed my I 130 july 27 to VCS..then I called after 90 days they put a trace on it. I was tyold some one personaly would look for my case...greaaate so gave me a ref num and told me to wait a little more ....so i did two days later i called and a very honest phone person told me that they cant do the search with out then having have had imput my imfo and having had giving me a RECEIPT num.....so any advice please help helpsmilie.gif helpsmilie.gif


If you have sent a money order, you could check to see if it has been cashed. You could call the customer service of the money order company and give the money order number they will be able to tell that. (hope you made copy of it)
If you sent a personal check you could check it by checking your bank account. they usually say that in the back of check you could see your case number.
In my case, I called them and gave my full name and alien number then they gave me the receipt number.
since it's been 90 days now they should have cashed.

no not cashed did the money order thing at the post office i call every day....
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-27 02:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresvsc Has had my money order for 91 days ... help
mailed my I 130 july 27 to VCS..then I called after 90 days they put a trace on it. I was tyold some one personaly would look for my case...greaaate so gave me a ref num and told me to wait a little more ....so i did two days later i called and a very honest phone person told me that they cant do the search with out then having have had imput my imfo and having had giving me a RECEIPT num.....so any advice please help helpsmilie.gif helpsmilie.gif
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-27 00:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVSC I130 - Any receipt notices, for filings in last week of July before 30th?
QUOTE (mgk @ Aug 21 2007, 11:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I130 petition

Hi,

Anyone got their receipt notices or checks cashed with filing date between July 20th and July 28th?

Thanks for sharing your information

Cheers

Ganesh

sent july 27 VSC anth nothing no NOA1 ...hey do you get the NOA 1 thru regular mail?
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-08 02:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI130 approved and approval notice mailed today!
QUOTE (mgk @ Nov 8 2007, 09:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thank you all!

Hi sunshine18 - nope didn't do anything...

you are sooooooo cool im still waiting on my first notice along with sunshine 18 .....sunshine got my maile?
twoloveMaleJapan2007-11-10 01:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 Delay
QUOTE (Germanchick2502 @ Oct 13 2007, 05:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
USCIS VSC received our I-130 package on 08/03/2007. Nothing so far and as of yesterday and the new update on the receipt notices VSC is still stuck on 7/29. So, still no movement. 4th week in a row and I don't see them moving anytime soon. This is starting to become very frustrating.

hey can you let me know when you get your Noa 1 cuz i havent recieved mine yet either and we filed around the same time ...olso do you know of any other people that are on the 3 month waiting for NOA 1 to come in
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-18 10:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOVER DUE NOA 1
QUOTE (Marlita @ Dec 16 2007, 07:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wow vbtbmrt, thats crazy that the USCIS site never updated you and you are in NVC right now. It could be a good thing for the rest of us though. Meaning that maybe oneday we'll just up and get an NOA2 like a week after our cashed check cause they are so backlogged with receipting.

Japanlover, I hope things turn around for you soon. Thats crazy that you have been waiting so long. I do hope the check is cashed. heart.gif

yes thank you well we will see what happens ... i might try to cancel that app and send an other or worst or best case senerio ill move to another land to be with the woman i love ... thank you guys one love j
twoloveMaleJapan2007-12-19 02:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOVER DUE NOA 1
HEY ANYBODY FILE IN JULY OR AUGUST THAT DONT HAVE A NOA1 FROM I-130 YET PLEASE POST HERE......


JAPANLOVER....07-27-07....PENDING
twoloveMaleJapan2007-12-16 03:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescase status after NOA1
QUOTE (inkypinky @ Jan 24 2008, 04:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I recevied my NOA1 on janaury 4th i still cant see the status of case , is it normal? do u have any idea when does uscis updates it?

it says on there updated imfo that it can take 3-4 weeks...
twoloveMaleJapan2008-01-25 01:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOnline Case Status
QUOTE (sharif @ Jan 16 2008, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
don't worry guys. I think everything will be fine. I didn't see my case online until last night and found that my case was approved. I think USCIS finished work on july and now they are working on august

not finished yet im a julyer applyer
twoloveMaleJapan2008-01-25 01:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOnline Case Status
QUOTE (sharif @ Jan 16 2008, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
don't worry guys. I think everything will be fine. I didn't see my case online until last night and found that my case was approved. I think USCIS finished work on july and now they are working on august

not finished yet im a julyer applyer
twoloveMaleJapan2008-01-25 01:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOnline Case Status
QUOTE (odeoaldorf @ Jan 10 2008, 06:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
3W, I rec'd 130 NOA1 in late Dec 07. The EAC# still shows "fail" when I try to access case on line...even if it shows up, eventually, we'll probably be staring at nothing for a while...

yup I too fail online....kinda sucks couse i waited for 5 monthes for my first noa 1....
twoloveMaleJapan2008-01-25 01:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurespending nvc wile in the US as visitors
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QUOTE (twolove @ Mar 26 2008, 12:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can my spouse adjust astatus in the US wile awaiting NVC disition in forign country. Or can she finish the interveiw part wile she is here on visit. say she came over on the visa waiver program. please help

Did you marry while she was here in the US? Do you currently have a petition being processed by the NVC? I assume you have USCIS approval since you said the NVC is processing? If this is the case then she will have to return to her country for the interview. If you were married abroad and she traveled her while you are married there is no way she can adjust status here, she will have to return for the interview, get her visa and then adjust status if it is the K3 you petitioned for. If it is the CR1 she will get her greencard after her interview and she returns to the US.

After seeing your timeline, yes she has to return to here country for the interview, make sure she does not overstay her I-94.

yes we married here ...can she still come visit..?
twoloveMaleJapan2008-03-26 14:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurespending nvc wile in the US as visitors
Can my spouse adjust astatus in the US wile awaiting NVC disition in forign country. Or can she finish the interveiw part wile she is here on visit. say she came over on the visa waiver program. please help
twoloveMaleJapan2008-03-26 12:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresapplying for Japanese spouse visa while wifes visa is pending.
QUOTE (Amastar @ Mar 26 2008, 11:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I was wondering if anyone had any experience with this.
Right now Wife's I-130 visa is still pending but I was thinking about applying for a spouse visa to live and work in Japan for a year or two until her visa is completed. Once she gets her visa we move back to America. I hear in Japan I could get a Spouse visa within a matter of months.

Is that possible or does that just screw everything up because I need to show I can support her with my job?

i dont have any info for you but my wife is also jappanese and have pondered moving there for a couple of years my self. Any info you can send my way would be great. thanx and good luck .ho na na
twoloveMaleJapan2008-03-26 12:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
if i wanted to protested where whould i go ..?


QUOTE (SusieK @ Dec 14 2007, 06:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (dodson01 @ Dec 13 2007, 10:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Another question to ask ourselves is this:

If they are not sending our I-130's to the Chicago lockbox for data entry and they are holding these petitions are California and Vermont to processing just a receipt notice, how long will it take them to catch up?

If Chicago is going to start processing receipt notices for applications received after December 3rd, why should these guys get their applications in the system before us? That is certainly not fair and I will really be pissed and mad at this.

I have been waited since August 14 and if the Chicago Lockbox is going to be faster, then so be it. But I do not think it is wise nor fair to have applications just mailed in December put ahead of our receipt notices.


I totally agree and would comment but the marshmellows one still has me chuckling here at 5:55am in the morning, omg too funny.....at least we can find a moment of sanity or humor in this gigantic mess. What I dont understand and maybe someone can answer for me since I do not see any law ( whatever they are now with USCIS) that states that getting your fiance here for a wedding late next year is more important to process than getting your spouse here. Dont take this wrong, but all we are LOOKING FOR IS A RECEIPT!!!!!!!!!!! mad.gif

My complaint today is going to be a follow up letter to my Congressman, and since I do not have a receipt number, I am just pointing out to him these issues, its like getting married to someone from afar is a huge slap in the face. Someone said to me recently, USA is anti immigration right now, except if its illegal. Somewhere in that sentence an oxymoron has been created but it goes along with Jumbo Shrimp, IT DOES EXIST.

Again, use whatever resources you have to deal with this issue, if you are comfortable in waiting it out for a few more weeks, and try to enjoy the holidays without your mate, then do so. If you are so confused as most of us, then research or if you are super pissed off like a few of us, then do take matters into your own hands and fire off a letter to Senator, Congress person or even your local deli. I will tell you this........you do get alot of frustration out of the system by doing it.

Again, none of us are of the same make up, and for that we are so unique......I will applaud each members action here as long as it helps them through this first god awful step.

Cheers all and post later after coffee-

twoloveMaleJapan2007-12-16 02:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
QUOTE (biazo @ Oct 22 2007, 02:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We sent our I-130 Petitions on July 26 and they got it on the 27th...
Still nothing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am so frustrated!!\
It will be 90 days this wednesday..
awful!!!!
My husband called them and tried to find out whats going on. They promised to reply but didnt!! of course....
Dont know what to do now.. Call them again?

when you call on the 90th day and they ask you if you received your mail yet say yes and or they will make you wait one more date ... any late july early august filers have their cheks cashed ..?
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-24 11:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
QUOTE (Marlita @ Oct 22 2007, 03:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (biazo @ Oct 22 2007, 11:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We sent our I-130 Petitions on July 26 and they got it on the 27th...
Still nothing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am so frustrated!!\
It will be 90 days this wednesday..
awful!!!!
My husband called them and tried to find out whats going on. They promised to reply but didnt!! of course....
Dont know what to do now.. Call them again?

Biazo,

What Service center are you going through. Has your check at least been cancelled? 90 days of NO info is crazy. I just filed last week and I would hate to think I have to wait til mid January just to get some sort of info. I might just lose my mind then.

i filled july 27 and nothing i was told to wait 91 days please keep in touch and let me know if you get any thing thks
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-24 11:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
QUOTE (miamiwife @ Sep 19 2007, 08:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I sent my I-130 on August 8 to TSC and have received nothing. Waiting. It is horrible. Everyday I hope something will happen.

please keep in touch im on the same boat app I 130 jul 27 and nothing...nada just waiting 90 days till i can inquire about it...
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-24 11:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhen Long Process causes stress Due to NVC
QUOTE (Ereshkigal @ Aug 25 2007, 07:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It is very frustrating to deal with day in and day out. When you see other couples who are together it makes you even more sad. You just have to try and keep your head up no matter what. I will never take my husband for granted after he is finally here with me.

yes i feel the same way i will never take my wife for granted either ......i can only imagin us getting stronger like we steped into the ring with a heavy weight and made it we are the new generation of imigrants...... the colombian japanese conection our family trees are growing and taking turns no one imagined not eaven me ...i love my life ...i could never take the ez way....i miss my wife
twoloveMaleJapan2007-10-31 00:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresYou should receive a notice on your I-130 petition by February 18, 2011
You should receive a notice on your I-130 petition by February 18, 2011. Did anyone else get this e-mail? Date?
Kiki&CokiFemaleNicaragua2011-02-10 19:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCalifornia Service Center To Texas Service Center
Hi everyone. I've been silently following this forum and it has been such a help! I am still waiting for my NOA-2. I received the email from Officer Garza stating that I'll hear something by February 18-but that seems like it is eons away. I'll keep everyone posted.
Kiki&CokiFemaleNicaragua2011-02-10 11:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMy time to dance
:thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs: Congrats!!!!!! :dance: :dance: :dance:
IfeFemaleNigeria2007-06-21 12:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWork authorization: Automatic with IR-1 upon POE?
I have a SSN already, from when I was a student in CA. I keep it right? I filled it in on all the forms.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-14 06:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWork authorization: Automatic with IR-1 upon POE?
Hello, next I'm going for my interview for IR-1 visa. My question is, does one get automatic work authorization when entering the US? Or must I fill out some other forms first. Can I start working right away?? Thanks!
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-14 06:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAccepting employment offer?
Anybody else? If the offer says "I am pleased to offer you a position with our company as ........ ........ ........ beginning Jul 1, 2007 or as soon as possible thereafter, depending on when you receive your immigrant visa to the USA".

Is that wording sufficient?? If we sign that, will I be okay if I show it at interview? Note that I do DCF.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-17 03:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAccepting employment offer?
I'm still in my home country, and so I can't work yet. However, I'd like to sign to make it official. I agree, there should be a clause that states I'll start the employment after receiving the Green Card. (i.e. after arrival)
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-16 11:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAccepting employment offer?
Hello, I have a quick question for any of you who might know more. Am I allowed to sign an employment offer before I get the visa/green card? I have been offered employment in the US but am not sure if I may sign the agreement before I get my visa. I am afraid it's illegal. Or is it just illegal to physically work in the US before GC? Please help! The employer needs my signature ASAP. My interview is next week.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-16 09:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI got approved this morning!
QUOTE (Omizo @ Aug 22 2007, 03:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (vwatts @ Aug 22 2007, 09:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello! I got approved this morning. Got there early - 7:30 am and was finished well before lunch. Thanks to all for your advice. Should get the visa by Friday.


What type of visa did you get approved on? My fiancée will be interviewed in Johannesburg, SA. How is the interviewer? Are they good people? Please give me some advise about getting interviewed at Johannesburg, SA counselor.


Hi, I got the IR-1. My wife is American. The people were very nice and it was a good experience. But be there at 7 am! They let you in at 7:30 but the line grows very quickly.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-24 03:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI got approved this morning!
Hello! I got approved this morning. Got there early - 7:30 am and was finished well before lunch. Thanks to all for your advice. Should get the visa by Friday.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-08-22 08:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPOE and I551 stamp?? Did I get one?
Hi everyone. I arrived at JFK on Wednesday with my brown envelope and IR-1 visa in passport. I had a 5 minute wait and the CBP officer was friendly. He opened the envelope, stamped my passport (page next to visa) with the usual Oval "Admitted" stamp, that said the date. He wrote IR-1 on it and my A-number. My question is: On the visa it says "upon endorsement serves as temporary I-551...." Has my visa been endorsed? Did I need another stamp??

He then directed me to walk all the way down the side of the baggage hall, (looked like a makeshift low barrier thing) to a desk right next to customs. There about 7-8 other immigrants were waiting. There were three friendly ladies who asked for the contents of my envelope and also my passport and asked me to wait. I saw my wife all the way on the other side of the baggage area but she didn't spot me. After 5 minutes I was called and I was asked to write my name on a form through a hole in a plastic stencil, and they took my right index print twice. I think I also signed something and that was it! I could go. Different from what I expected I guess.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-10-12 08:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGreen card went to old address - WHY?
I did the AR-11 after arriving (ie after becoming a peranent resident) AND my wife submitted the I-865 (and received a confirmation).

sorry, I meant to say I filed the AR-11 within 10 days after moving to our new address; both our old and new addresses are in the US.
vwattsMaleSouth Africa2007-12-02 13:18:00