ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
United KingdomWhat are/were your wedding plans?

We got married first with a very small civil ceremony in the USA (celebrant & witnesses only) and will have a larger event this August.


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-07-13 07:36:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC take to put in computer?
took 2 weeks in our case :star:
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-01-28 21:31:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresKeeping my Canadian job

Thanks for all your help guys! We just visited a Detroit attorney who told us that we should get married civilly and then apply for the IR1/CR1 immediately afterwards. This would mean getting married in October in the USA. He says that I shouldn't have an issue crossing the border when I want to visit my (future) husband or shop. Any thoughts??



Thanks for all your help guys. Looks like we'll be tying the knot sooner than I thought, in October rather than in January, but the important thing is that we're going to be able to live together. I know that I'm luckier than most as I can see my fiance three times a week (we're an hour apart) but it will be just so good to not worry about visas.
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-06-06 09:29:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresKeeping my Canadian job
Thanks for all your help guys! We just visited a Detroit attorney who told us that we should get married civilly and then apply for the IR1/CR1 immediately afterwards. This would mean getting married in October in the USA. He says that I shouldn't have an issue crossing the border when I want to visit my (future) husband or shop. Any thoughts??
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-06-04 17:44:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresKeeping my Canadian job

As others have posted, the K3 visa is virtually unobtainable now. The petitions are tied together by USCIS and usually received by the NVC at the same time. Per NVC policy, the K3 path is administratively closed when they have an approved I-130 on station when an I-129F that was filed to start the K3 process is received.



Thanks for the info. Can the paperwork be done without a lawyer? Thx.
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-05-24 08:38:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresKeeping my Canadian job

I think the CR1 would be a better option. You get a green card right away. You have to adjust status from a K3 and there is a period of time you cannot cross.

Won't the CR1 mean that I won't be able to re-enter the USA while the papers are going through?
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-05-23 19:27:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresKeeping my Canadian job
I know I can't file for a K3 without being married but we plan to get married and then file
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-05-23 19:02:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresKeeping my Canadian job
I've not seen the topic so here goes:
I'm a Canadian resident. I'm getting my Canadian citizenship in 4 months. My fiance is an American who lives in the USA. I live in Windsor, ON and he lives in Detroit MI. We see each about three times a week and would like to get married in 2013. After reviewing the options I think that the best visa option is the K3, but here's the thing. I want to keep my job in Windsor. That would entail traveling back and forth from Detroit to Windsor 6 days a week. The trip takes about an hour without traffic. My question is, can I travel back and forth when the K3 is going through? Thanks so much guys!!!
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-05-23 18:44:00
CanadaChanging my name?
My fiance and I will be getting married on the 20th of August and will be filing for a CR1 at the end of August. He thinks that I shouldn't assume his name but that I should wait until our application goes through and then change my name on my green card when I receive it. I think that it doesn't matter. Who is right?

PS I plan to assume his name. I'll be Rose Smythe King.
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-08-09 09:42:00
Canada2012 Canadian Applicants Thread
My husband and I met on Match.com We talked online for about 2 weeks and then decided to meet for coffee. I live in Windsor and he lives in Detroit so we're about 1 hour away from each other by car. We dated for 3.5 years and got married last year. We filed last year and are now in the middle of the NVC maze :whistle:
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-02-19 14:54:00
CanadaOnline DS 260 'error message' HELP!!

Hi everyone,

I'm currently filling out the DS260 online but when I reach a certain point, I get an error message saying 'try again later'. It doesn't save the page I was working on. It's happened 4 times today. I'm so frustrated! Anyone else have this problem? If so, how did you deal with it?
Thanks!!!


here's the message:
You have encountered an application error. Please try again later.
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-03-15 11:22:00
CanadaOnline DS 260 'error message' HELP!!
Hi everyone,

I'm currently filling out the DS260 online but when I reach a certain point, I get an error message saying 'try again later'. It doesn't save the page I was working on. It's happened 4 times today. I'm so frustrated! Anyone else have this problem? If so, how did you deal with it?
Thanks!!!
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-03-15 11:17:00
CanadaCase Complete!!!
I had to wait for my police certificate from the other countries I lived in and NVC couldn't figure out whether I lived in the US or not and needed an adjustment :bonk: Those 2 things slowed up our application process a bit.
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-04-12 06:02:00
CanadaCase Complete!!!
Great!!! Merci beaucoup!!!
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-04-11 09:32:00
CanadaCase Complete!!!

Congrats! Posted Image

Your case is now put into queue for an interview date to be scheduled. Once it's been scheduled, you'll receive the interview letter by email. Once you have that, then you can schedule a medical.

So I receive the interview date, then I get to schedule the medical? Sorry for being so obtuse but I'm too excited to think clearly :rofl:
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-04-11 09:11:00
CanadaCase Complete!!!
We have a Case Completed email from NVC today. Yeh!!! :dance: What happens next?
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-04-11 08:51:00
CanadaInterview date at last!!!
We've got an interview date, May 23rd in Montreal :dance: :dance: :dance: Still have to schedule the medical in Toronto. Any advice from those who've had medicals in TO? Thanks :thumbs:
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-04-12 17:17:00
CanadaMedical in Toronto today
I had the medical in Toronto today. Drove from Windsor (about 3.5 hrs) and back so I didn't have to take a day off work ( I work afternoons). I'm beat!! Will post review soon. :blink:
Rose13FemaleCanada2013-04-16 14:59:00
CanadaCR1 interview May 23rd, 2013

My interview is on May 23rd, 2013.  Anyone else on that date?


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-05-02 10:57:00
CanadaApproved!

My husband took 3 days off work to do ALL the driving from Windsor to Montreal and back in 2 days.  The process went exactly as described by previous posters.  Thanks for all of the help everyone!!!  I couldn't have been as calm without your support and advice.goofy.gif


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-05-23 20:47:00
CanadaApproved!

Just drove back from Montreal interview (20 hours of driving in 2 days!).  We're approved!!!dancin5hr.gifdancin5hr.gif


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-05-23 20:37:00
CanadaTo recent CR1 applicants whose file just left NVC...

Shorter.  Have a look at my timeline.


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-05-08 11:30:00
CanadaWaiting for passport!

I got an 'in transit' message.  Apprently Loomis doesn't deliver on weekends.  They will special deliver to major cities on Saturdays but I'm in Windsor (not a major city)cray5ol.gif


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-05-26 19:57:00
CanadaWaiting for passport!

How long is the wait from the 'yes' at the interview to receiving your passport?  Thanks!  I'm getting very anxious.  My interview was on May 23rd.ClockWatch2.gif

 

Embassy: Montreal

Visa: CR/1


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-05-24 14:43:00
CanadaSigning Up for "Loomis" + Earlier Interview Dates?

I don't know about getting an earlier appt date but my LOOMIS confirmation sheet also said "no appointment scheduled"  I think it's because NVC schedules the appt for CR/1 and IR interviews.  I got through just fine.  Good Luck/Bonne Chancegoofy.gif


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-06-06 07:53:00
CanadaCrossing POE

Spouse doesn't have to be with you.  My husband stayed at home to clean!goofy.gif


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-06-27 13:20:00
CanadaGreen card arrives

My green card came in the mail today, almost 5 weeks after POE!!!  I'm happy and relieved because I cross the border for work and the border guards were starting to ask why I didn't have it yet.dancin5hr.gif


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-07-09 09:52:00
CanadaInventory list

I did not and they never even looked at my list anyway!


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-06-26 17:16:00
CanadaI miss Canada a lot lately. I've started hoarding all the Canadiana I can to bring to the U.S. How do you commemorate your homeland?

I'm lucky.  I still work in Canada and live just outside of Detroit.  It's a hour long commute to and from work but I love the fact that I get to go back to Canada 6 days a week. 


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-11-11 20:20:00
CanadaApproved! POE Question

I had the envelope, and a long list of my stuff but they never asked for the list.  I crossed at the Ambassador Bridge, Detroit.


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-11-20 12:29:00
CanadaVisitor's Pass for Americans visiting Canada?

I cross at Windsor 6 days a week, I still work in Canada.  During the application process (my hubby is the USC) I fund that the tunnel agents were more antagonistic.  They always wanted to know why I was taking the tunnel instead of the bridge.  As a green card holder it's easier but I still get a few who are mean.


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-11-20 08:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJust want to say thank you

All the best!


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-11-17 13:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2012 I-130 Filers

congratulations!

Congrats!!! Got approved yesterday myself. NVC here we come!!! :dance:
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-12-28 14:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2012 I-130 Filers

Has anyone who filed in October 2012 still not able to use the My Case status on the USCIS website, even after receiving the paper NOA1?Posted Image



We received the NOA1 email and letter but I still can't access the website with my number either.
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-11-02 06:26:00
PhilippinesOk !!! Why are so Many Filipina's Connecting Up with American Men......???

A better life, a green card, a way to support family, to escape poverty.


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-07-29 21:05:00
PhilippinesMy fiancee character

Don't believe his excuse that it's just "American humor".  My hubby has always been loving and kind.  He does have a quirky sense of humor but he is never cruel to me.  Don't stay with someone who is not kind to you. 


Rose13FemaleCanada2013-12-01 20:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduressample affidavits for proof of bona fide marriage
We drive our own cars to see each other and we don't have any joint bills. Any other ideas?
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-08-06 18:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduressample affidavits for proof of bona fide marriage
The trouble is that Detroit and Windsor are so close that we just phone each other or visit (3 times a week). We don't use Skype or mail each other stuff.
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-08-04 20:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduressample affidavits for proof of bona fide marriage
I live in Canada and my fiance lives in Detroit. We're filing for a CR1 visa after our marriage. The only thing we can use as proof of a bona fide marriage from the list is the affidavit. Are there samples available?

Thanks
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-08-03 18:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhen to do fingerprints?
We will be filing (FINALLY) the I-130. I know that I will have to submit fingerprints at a later date. Is it okay to apply for the finger check before it's asked? The issue is that I have lived in about 4 countries since I was 16 and finger processing might take really long (5-6 mths) in some countries. Do I wait until I'm asked or just submit fingerprint application forms to all 4 countries now? Thanks a bunch!
Rose13FemaleCanada2012-10-16 10:58:00