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Hello, I am now outside USA, I have reviewed the spreadsheets for AOS and wonder why there is no people on b1/b2 visa. Isn't it possible to enter US on tourist visa to get the benefit of AOS process (faster time compared to overseas which are still closed mostly)? Why don't dv-2021 and dv-2022 winners go to USA to get GC?
 
mantler said:
Hello, I am now outside USA, I have reviewed the spreadsheets for AOS and wonder why there is no people on b1/b2 visa. Isn't it possible to enter US on tourist visa to get the benefit of AOS process (faster time compared to overseas which are still closed mostly)? Why don't dv-2021 and dv-2022 winners go to USA to get GC?
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You can't apply for a non-immigrant visa just to enter the US with the intention to immigrate.
 
raphael1899 said:
You can't apply for a non-immigrant visa just to enter the US with the intention to immigrate.
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Why only to immigrate? Maybe I want to see the place where I plan to live? will the officer see the lottery results and deny my visa? maybe F1 could work for me if I get into 1y certificate program
 
mantler said:
Hello, I am now outside USA, I have reviewed the spreadsheets for AOS and wonder why there is no people on b1/b2 visa. Isn't it possible to enter US on tourist visa to get the benefit of AOS process (faster time compared to overseas which are still closed mostly)? Why don't dv-2021 and dv-2022 winners go to USA to get GC?
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Because immigrant intent is not permitted when entering on a tourist visa. Section 214b of the INA (immigration act).
 
I heard intents can change in 60 days, why can't it work? Well I got the point - that it can look suspicious and it is illegal. thanks
 
Did anyone get the receipt for the money cashed on April 27 for the DV processing fee? Mine was cashed on April 27 and I have not got it yet.
 
I just realized that I was unaware of filling the form on which they will stamp and send it back to me as a receipt. However, I send the payment with all the information. In this case, do I need to send a new form, or its okay? Thank you so much.
 
HEM_NEPAL said:
Did anyone get the receipt for the money cashed on April 27 for the DV processing fee? Mine was cashed on April 27 and I have not got it yet.
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Mine was cashed on April 21st and it’s not here yet, according to KCC I should get it before Sunday but I’m not sure that’s going to happen
 
HEM_NEPAL said:
I just realized that I was unaware of filling the form on which they will stamp and send it back to me as a receipt. However, I send the payment with all the information. In this case, do I need to send a new form, or its okay? Thank you so much.
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Send an email to KCC. They can email you your receipt.
 
DV21M said:
Mine was cashed on April 21st and it’s not here yet, according to KCC I should get it before Sunday but I’m not sure that’s going to happen
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Thank you so much for the information. Let's let know each other once it is received. BTW how did you contact KCC, I did not receive a response for an Email I sent two weeks ago.
 
As we are still waiting for our interview to be scheduled with the Brooklyn Field Office, we are now realizing (from timelines) this may be as far as late August. Unfortunately there is a wedding abroad on August 29th that we would like to attend.

Details
My wife (Primary Applicant) is on an E-3 visa. It has expired, though I-94 is still valid. LCA is valid.

Questions
1: Is Advance Parole suitable for this situation? Is it too late to get it issued anyway? (Not sure on processing time)
2: Will she be able to continue her work when returning as Parolee? (This assumes interview worst-case of September)
3: I am on H1-B. Am I correct that I do not need Advance Parole to travel?
4: Is filing fee $0 due to pending I-485?

Any other thoughts very welcome. Thanks
 
misterpaul said:
As we are still waiting for our interview to be scheduled with the Brooklyn Field Office, we are now realizing (from timelines) this may be as far as late August. Unfortunately there is a wedding abroad on August 29th that we would like to attend.

Details
My wife (Primary Applicant) is on an E-3 visa. It has expired, though I-94 is still valid. LCA is valid.

Questions
1: Is Advance Parole suitable for this situation? Is it too late to get it issued anyway? (Not sure on processing time)
2: Will she be able to continue her work when returning as Parolee? (This assumes interview worst-case of September)
3: I am on H1-B. Am I correct that I do not need Advance Parole to travel?
4: Is filing fee $0 due to pending I-485?

Any other thoughts very welcome. Thanks
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I can't answer your other questions, but in terms of processing time, my lawyer filed I-131 back in December with my I-485 and it has not been processed yet. My interview for AOS is this Friday. You can check on USCIS's website the processing time for that form at your FO, but I don't think you will get AP by August.
 
misterpaul said:
As we are still waiting for our interview to be scheduled with the Brooklyn Field Office, we are now realizing (from timelines) this may be as far as late August. Unfortunately there is a wedding abroad on August 29th that we would like to attend.

Details
My wife (Primary Applicant) is on an E-3 visa. It has expired, though I-94 is still valid. LCA is valid.

Questions
1: Is Advance Parole suitable for this situation? Is it too late to get it issued anyway? (Not sure on processing time)
2: Will she be able to continue her work when returning as Parolee? (This assumes interview worst-case of September)
3: I am on H1-B. Am I correct that I do not need Advance Parole to travel?
4: Is filing fee $0 due to pending I-485?

Any other thoughts very welcome. Thanks
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Yes, she could have used the Advance Parole to re-enter but it's too late to apply now. Having an H1B you don't need it.
 
While filling I485, In the attached, what should I choose for my wife who was entered with F2 visa. Is my selection correct?
 

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HEM_NEPAL said:
I just realized that I was unaware of filling the form on which they will stamp and send it back to me as a receipt. However, I send the payment with all the information. In this case, do I need to send a new form, or its okay? Thank you so much
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Could you please clarify what do you mean here, which form? "the form on which they will stamp and send it back to me as a receipt".

I just did this:
1) Filled the form from the site, printed and put it in the envelope (mail)
2) Included postal money order receipt (USPS for 330$) with DV Case number
3) Included another SASE envelope in my original envelope

What did I miss?

I didn`t include money order customer`s receipt and USPS check with tracking numbers and information how much I paid.

@Sm1smom will appreciate your opinion on this, because if I didn't include anything I should urgently send one more DV payment fee.

Thank you!
 
Generous said:
Could you please clarify what do you mean here, which form? "the form on which they will stamp and send it back to me as a receipt".

I just did this:
1) Filled the form from the site, printed and put it in the envelope (mail)
2) Included postal money order receipt (USPS for 330$) with DV Case number
3) Included another SASE envelope in my original envelope

What did I miss?

I didn`t include money order customer`s receipt and USPS check with tracking numbers and information how much I paid.

@Sm1smom will appreciate your opinion on this, because if I didn't include anything I should urgently send one more DV payment fee.

Thank you!
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OP is talking about the form you mentioned in (1). KCC will stamp that and send it back to you. That's your receipt. You did not miss anything.
 
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