If you are a green card holder, there are several things to consider when immigrating a foreign spouse. Your petition to immigrate your spouse will normally be intentionally delayed because you are not yet a U.S. citizen. U.S. citizens can immigrate immediate relative spouses (or fiances) “right away”. Right away is not as quick as you […]
IMBRA Disclosures at Time of 1st Contact
My dating service posts IMBRA regulations, but I’ve moved past “chat stage” and would like to exchange phone numbers. What is best way to proceed without violating any law? Question My dating service posts IMBRA regulations, but I’ve moved past “chat stage” and would like to exchange phone numbers. What is best way to proceed […]
The B Visa Trap: B Visitor Visa for Dating an American
Often, couples who are in a dating relationship will have the foreigner apply for a visitor visa to the U.S. They know that mentioning the dating relationship as part of the application process can trigger a B visa denial, so they choose to keep the relationship a secret, a dangerous move. When processing on an […]
Marriage by Proxy
My Fiancee and myself plan to get married in Indonesia in about 6 months. Would getting a marriage by proxy now enable us to start the CR or K3 marriage visa before then? Question My Fiancee and myself plan to get married in Indonesia in about 6 months. Would getting a marriage by proxy now […]
K1 Fiance Visa or CR Marriage Visa – Which Is Better?
I have read both pros and cons about a CR-1 visa vs. a K-1 visa. What is your opinion? And why is one better than the other? Question I am about to go and marry this fine lady (leaving May 13th) – I have read both pros and cons about a CR-1 visa vs. a […]