UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
Apr 14th 2019, 6:39 pm
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UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
Hello!
Recently married couple residing in the UK looking for a change of scenery and a US green card.
A question regarding the application process as my wife has lived over here for nine years now and no longer has a home back in the states. We know we will most likely need an affidavit of support, but will this negate the need for having a job and housing before we arrive? Can we apply for my green card and affidavit of support and then move without having a job/house waiting?
Would be good to hear from anyone who’s gone through a similar experience! Thanks in advance!
Recently married couple residing in the UK looking for a change of scenery and a US green card.
A question regarding the application process as my wife has lived over here for nine years now and no longer has a home back in the states. We know we will most likely need an affidavit of support, but will this negate the need for having a job and housing before we arrive? Can we apply for my green card and affidavit of support and then move without having a job/house waiting?
Would be good to hear from anyone who’s gone through a similar experience! Thanks in advance!
Apr 14th 2019, 6:52 pm
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
Hello, and Welcome to BE!
A question regarding the application process as my wife has lived over here for nine years now and no longer has a home back in the states. We know we will most likely need an affidavit of support,...
...but will this negate the need for having a job and housing before we arrive?
Can we apply for my green card and affidavit of support and then move without having a job/house waiting?
Rene
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Apr 14th 2019, 7:57 pm
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
Suggest she looks into British citizenship if she hasn't got it already .
Apr 15th 2019, 10:30 am
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
USC Spouse will need to provide intent to domicile in the US
Apr 15th 2019, 12:12 pm
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
The issue of proving intent to return to the US is normally not a problem with the US Embassy in London. They are one of the few that don't ask for this proof. If she feels more comfortable having proof, she can sign up with an employment agency or a real estate agent.
If she has not been paying her US taxes in the years she has been in the UK, she needs to file the back taxes asap.
If she has not been paying her US taxes in the years she has been in the UK, she needs to file the back taxes asap.
Apr 15th 2019, 12:14 pm
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Also, please note:
Direct Consulate Filing will be ending soon. If you are intent on moving to the US, she needs to file the I-130 quickly in order to take advantage of this faster way to help you obtain an IR-1 visa.
Direct Consulate Filing will be ending soon. If you are intent on moving to the US, she needs to file the I-130 quickly in order to take advantage of this faster way to help you obtain an IR-1 visa.
Apr 15th 2019, 1:05 pm
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
After nine years of married life, do you not have enough accumulated assets to self-sponsor using assets? Say, equity in your home, plus vehicles to sell, and/or any other non-pension savings?
May 14th 2019, 7:29 pm
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
Thanks for the responses, very helpful so far.
May 14th 2019, 7:31 pm
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When does Direct Consulate filing end or how can we find out? We have the I-130 form filled out and ready to go.
May 14th 2019, 10:26 pm
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Re: UK & US citizens living in UK looking to move to US
I don't think there's an official date. Go ahead and submit your I-130.
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May 15th 2019, 10:49 am
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I would advise that you get your application in ASAP.
May 15th 2019, 12:23 pm
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ok thanks, we’re just in the process of getting he last few documents together and should be getting the application in within the next week or so.