AlistairL

So what are the actual steps and typical waiting times for gaining an immigrant visa?

I'm just curious to what actually happens each step of the way.

Thanks

Noorah101

You should to let us know your complete story each time you have a question, so we don't have to look up your old posts to remember, please.

You and your USC wife are both living in the UK, correct? And your wife has lived there in some kind of permanent status for more than 6 months, correct?

If so, read this link for the details you're looking for:

http://britishexpats.com/wiki/DCF_I-130_Filed_In_London

After reading, come on back with any questions, but if you start a new thread, make sure everyone knows you are doing DCF.

Thanks,
Rene

AlistairL

OK thanks.

My wife is on a spousal visa and has been for 16 months. She isn't considered a permanent resident.

Not sure if this makes a difference.

Noorah101

Being there on her spousal visa is enough to be able to file the I-130 in the UK, as far as I know.

If, for whatever reason, they do not accept it there in the UK, they will return everything to you and ask you to file in the USA. If that's the case, the process is a little different and will take about 8 to 10 months.

But I think she'll be OK filing in the UK.

Rene

Rete

Please read the link for DFC in London at the start of the forum.