No one can help you determine which process option is best for you. You have a better understanding of your situation than anyone else, so only you can make that determination. Take a look at the pros and cons of AOS vs CP on the AOS Process Spreadsheet and make your own decision.
I read the AOS spreadsheet and it is the route I chose for myself (F1 student). I think I will also complete DS-260 even if it is optional. My case number is EU21xxx. Is there any advantage to completing DS-260 now compared to, let's say, 2 months before my number becomes current? I don't want to take any risk in case it somehow does not make the cut. I am also a little worried about the impact of filling it out on my NIV status before I graduate (December 2023).
The only personal benefit of filing out the DS260 now is you’ll get your 2NL early compared to waiting until about two months before your CN becomes current. Getting the 2NL provides what I think of as “a nice to have feeling” it is really not a big deal if one doesn’t have it. Overall, DS260 submission is beneficial to KCC as it provides them with better insights into the number of selectees planning on proceeding with their selection.Hello Mom, thank you for the resources. You're doing a great job informing us clueless selectees every year.
The tax documents of whose derivative you are as a F2 status holder (that is your spouse who has the F1 from whom you derive your F2 status). The need for the I-134 depends on your spouse’s financial capability in this case I guess since you’re currently not eligible to work, in general however, having the I-134 is highly recommended.
1. It shouldn’t be a problem as long as you’re able to demonstrate your marriage is genuine and not entered into solely for GC purposes.
my spouse is a fully funded PhD student (f1 visa holder) and her university income cover all the cost of our family of two, in this situation is she eligible to fill an i134 for us (as a f1 visa holder)?
Get someone else, not your spouse, to provide you with a I-134 which will cover both you and your spouse if you want to present a strong case upfront.
We have no one in the US who can support us about I-134, is the loss of i-134 seriously dangerous for our case?
If you’re unable to present an I-134, go with whatever financial documents you have, keep your fingers crossed, and hope for the best.
I cannot speak to the legality of the status you’ll be admitted in via CBP one nor can I discuss your eligibility to process AOS at this point as you’re not currently based in the US.
1. We currently do not know the total number of selectees DV2024, so it is currently hard to hazard a guess as to if your CN is on the high side or not. If your CN is AF00059xxx, that means you’re in the 59,000 range compared to AF000059xx which is in the 5,900 range. AF00059xxx (AF59xxx) will most certainly not be among the first batch of CNs that will become current at the start of the FY.
U4U is eligible to file for AOS. I’m sorry I cannot tell you which option gives you the best shot at getting a GC, you understand your position better than I do. That is a decision you’ll need to make in your own.
Thank you so much for taking the time and all your help.