AOS, EAD, and Filing Fees
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AOS, EAD, and Filing Fees
Mack and I plan on filing the I-129 within the next few weeks, and once his K1 is obtained, filing for AOS and EAD right away.
I should first mention that he is from Canada, and I will be petitioning for him, as I am a United States citizen. We will marry and reside in the U.S.
My questions are as follows:
Does he file the AOS and EAD right after we marry?
How long, approx. does AOS and EAD take? (he would like to begin working asap)
Are there any fees besides the initial fee for the I-129, and the medical exam fee at the interview?
Any help is greatly appreciated, we would like to get this started as soon as possible.
-Jessica
I should first mention that he is from Canada, and I will be petitioning for him, as I am a United States citizen. We will marry and reside in the U.S.
My questions are as follows:
Does he file the AOS and EAD right after we marry?
How long, approx. does AOS and EAD take? (he would like to begin working asap)
Are there any fees besides the initial fee for the I-129, and the medical exam fee at the interview?
Any help is greatly appreciated, we would like to get this started as soon as possible.
-Jessica
Last edited by JessInUSA; Aug 22nd 2004 at 8:00 pm.
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Re: AOS, EAD, and Filing Fees
Originally Posted by JessInUSA
Mack and I plan on filing the I-129 within the next few weeks, and once his K1 is obtained, filing for AOS and EAD right away.
I should first mention that he is from Canada, and I will be petitioning for him, as I am a United States citizen. We will marry and reside in the U.S.
My questions are as follows:
Does he file the AOS and EAD right after we marry?
How long, approx. does AOS and EAD take? (he would like to begin working asap)
Are there any fees besides the initial fee for the I-129, and the medical exam fee at the interview?
Any help is greatly appreciated, we would like to get this started as soon as possible.
-Jessica
I should first mention that he is from Canada, and I will be petitioning for him, as I am a United States citizen. We will marry and reside in the U.S.
My questions are as follows:
Does he file the AOS and EAD right after we marry?
How long, approx. does AOS and EAD take? (he would like to begin working asap)
Are there any fees besides the initial fee for the I-129, and the medical exam fee at the interview?
Any help is greatly appreciated, we would like to get this started as soon as possible.
-Jessica
Get yourself acquainted with the FAQ: http://www.visajourney.com/faq/k1faq.htm
~ Jenney
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Re: AOS, EAD, and Filing Fees
Once again Jenney is spot on with giving you the URL for the K-1 FAQ which is now housed courtesy of visajourney.com, a site you are familiar with.
Yes there are other fees. Besides the medical and visa fee itself, there is the fee for the I-129F and possibly a $25 fee to the RCMP for the police clearance. There might also be fees at the medical for any vaccinations Mack is missing. There is also the cost for the mandatory photos.
You can file for AOS and EAD and Advance Parole as soon as you are married and have the certified/registered marriage certificate that has been filed after your wedding. You cannot use the ceremonial certificate given by the officiant on the day of the ceremony.
EAD and AP can take from one month to six months. However, the EAD at maximum will take 90 days because on the 90th day after filing if he does not receive the EAD in the mail after going for biometrics he can go to Philly or Pittsburgh, not sure which office you have to use because I don't know where you live in PA, and demand the interim EAD.
He should apply for a social security card 2 weeks after entering the US. Even with an EAD he cannot work with a SS number.
Rete
Yes there are other fees. Besides the medical and visa fee itself, there is the fee for the I-129F and possibly a $25 fee to the RCMP for the police clearance. There might also be fees at the medical for any vaccinations Mack is missing. There is also the cost for the mandatory photos.
You can file for AOS and EAD and Advance Parole as soon as you are married and have the certified/registered marriage certificate that has been filed after your wedding. You cannot use the ceremonial certificate given by the officiant on the day of the ceremony.
EAD and AP can take from one month to six months. However, the EAD at maximum will take 90 days because on the 90th day after filing if he does not receive the EAD in the mail after going for biometrics he can go to Philly or Pittsburgh, not sure which office you have to use because I don't know where you live in PA, and demand the interim EAD.
He should apply for a social security card 2 weeks after entering the US. Even with an EAD he cannot work with a SS number.
Rete
Originally Posted by JessInUSA
Mack and I plan on filing the I-129 within the next few weeks, and once his K1 is obtained, filing for AOS and EAD right away.
I should first mention that he is from Canada, and I will be petitioning for him, as I am a United States citizen. We will marry and reside in the U.S.
My questions are as follows:
Does he file the AOS and EAD right after we marry?
How long, approx. does AOS and EAD take? (he would like to begin working asap)
Are there any fees besides the initial fee for the I-129, and the medical exam fee at the interview?
Any help is greatly appreciated, we would like to get this started as soon as possible.
-Jessica
I should first mention that he is from Canada, and I will be petitioning for him, as I am a United States citizen. We will marry and reside in the U.S.
My questions are as follows:
Does he file the AOS and EAD right after we marry?
How long, approx. does AOS and EAD take? (he would like to begin working asap)
Are there any fees besides the initial fee for the I-129, and the medical exam fee at the interview?
Any help is greatly appreciated, we would like to get this started as soon as possible.
-Jessica
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Re: AOS, EAD, and Filing Fees
Originally Posted by Rete
He should apply for a social security card 2 weeks after entering the US. Even with an EAD he cannot work with a SS number.
Rete
Rete
Just didn't want anyone to be confused.
Rene
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Re: AOS, EAD, and Filing Fees
Originally Posted by Noorah101
Not to be nitpicky, but just thought I'd point out that Rete means "Even with an EAD he cannot work **without** a SS number."
Just didn't want anyone to be confused.
Rene
Just didn't want anyone to be confused.
Rene
Rete