AOS or Consular Processing

NYCdreams

Registered Users (C)
Hi there,

I currently have an O1 visa but have not utilised it. And am still residing in Sydney Australia and not entered the USA under the O1 since its start date of the visa last year.

I read that it's easier to apply for the green card through the consulate rather than doing an AOS in USA. It will take less time that way.

My question is, do I just apply as if i'm not using the O1 currently, or do i have to do an AOS through the consulate?

The O1 is valid until August 2013. However I'm wanting to apply and get all this done ASAP.

Thanks.
 
To qualify for an O-1 visa, the beneficiary must demonstrate extraordinary ability by sustained national or international acclaim and must be coming temporarily to the United States to continue work in the area of extraordinary ability.
 
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