I-130 information
Feb 23rd 2021, 11:07 am
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Re: I-130 information
The 18-20 month timeframe is pretty unlikely to happen. Even if he did look at a student visa, he'd have to string several statuses together (think going from a student visa to a work visa) in order to be in the US for as long as you would need for him to get to the processing of either of the ones mentioned above without spending at least some time outside of the US.
It does not seem likely to me.
It does not seem likely to me.
Feb 23rd 2021, 5:36 pm
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Re: I-130 information
It is a common error for people to extrapolate future processing from the vis cutoff dates. For example, the March 2021 F2B cutoff is 22July2015. All this is saying is that people who filed nearly six years ago will be eligible for visa issuance next month. This is NOT the same as saying it will take six years for a petition filed today to come current. It can be shorter or it can become longer.
It should be noted that COVID has put a huge crimp on visa issuance and concomitant usage of visa numbers. I surmise this has affected the visa bulletin.
As an analogy, lawyers are taught that, in drafting wills, the “speaks” as of the date of death. So, clients will provide their desires and the lawyer will have to add “what if” questions.
About the only thing that is certain is that there should be no delay in filing.
Another point to consider, what happens if son wants to marry? The automatic revocation or conversion provisions must be considered.
Over my four decades of practice, I had seen many “only if” situations. I see one here already - if step mom had filed before junior had turned 21. It is not uncommon for student to obtain immigrant status in US followed by return abroad to complete studies. That is allowed.
Also, there is no mention of junior’s place of birth.
Feb 24th 2021, 1:13 am
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Re: I-130 information
Unfortunately, it is difficult to predict how long a particular petition can take to become current.
It is a common error for people to extrapolate future processing from the vis cutoff dates. For example, the March 2021 F2B cutoff is 22July2015. All this is saying is that people who filed nearly six years ago will be eligible for visa issuance next month. This is NOT the same as saying it will take six years for a petition filed today to come current. It can be shorter or it can become longer.
It should be noted that COVID has put a huge crimp on visa issuance and concomitant usage of visa numbers. I surmise this has affected the visa bulletin.
As an analogy, lawyers are taught that, in drafting wills, the “speaks” as of the date of death. So, clients will provide their desires and the lawyer will have to add “what if” questions.
About the only thing that is certain is that there should be no delay in filing.
Another point to consider, what happens if son wants to marry? The automatic revocation or conversion provisions must be considered.
Over my four decades of practice, I had seen many “only if” situations. I see one here already - if step mom had filed before junior had turned 21. It is not uncommon for student to obtain immigrant status in US followed by return abroad to complete studies. That is allowed.
Also, there is no mention of junior’s place of birth.
It is a common error for people to extrapolate future processing from the vis cutoff dates. For example, the March 2021 F2B cutoff is 22July2015. All this is saying is that people who filed nearly six years ago will be eligible for visa issuance next month. This is NOT the same as saying it will take six years for a petition filed today to come current. It can be shorter or it can become longer.
It should be noted that COVID has put a huge crimp on visa issuance and concomitant usage of visa numbers. I surmise this has affected the visa bulletin.
As an analogy, lawyers are taught that, in drafting wills, the “speaks” as of the date of death. So, clients will provide their desires and the lawyer will have to add “what if” questions.
About the only thing that is certain is that there should be no delay in filing.
Another point to consider, what happens if son wants to marry? The automatic revocation or conversion provisions must be considered.
Over my four decades of practice, I had seen many “only if” situations. I see one here already - if step mom had filed before junior had turned 21. It is not uncommon for student to obtain immigrant status in US followed by return abroad to complete studies. That is allowed.
Also, there is no mention of junior’s place of birth.
1) given the possible length of time this would take I haven’t ruled out the possibility of progressing my personal life such as marriage and family. If the I-130 is already submitted what would I have to do to rectify the situation if I were to settle down?
2) what do you mean by a visa application becoming current?
Also I should mention that I was born, and still live, in the United Kingdom. I’m studying a 4 year Masters in Mathematics degree here in the UK.
Feb 24th 2021, 4:00 am
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Re: I-130 information
FOUR year Masters? Is that part-time?
If you are planning to settle in the US long-term, I would recommend pursuing your graduate studies in the US. It's not all sky-high fees, especially when it comes to grad school. There are many ways to make it work, with scholarships, assistantships, etc.
A student visa would not only get you into the country quickly, but the qualification would help you start to establish a life here. Also, some of the best graduate math programs in the world are in the US, plus a large number of really good ones (it's not just the icing on top). So it would be a substantial "pro" on the career side as well. I hear that many places are even dropping the dreaded GRE requirement, which cuts some of the hassle of applying.
If you are planning to settle in the US long-term, I would recommend pursuing your graduate studies in the US. It's not all sky-high fees, especially when it comes to grad school. There are many ways to make it work, with scholarships, assistantships, etc.
A student visa would not only get you into the country quickly, but the qualification would help you start to establish a life here. Also, some of the best graduate math programs in the world are in the US, plus a large number of really good ones (it's not just the icing on top). So it would be a substantial "pro" on the career side as well. I hear that many places are even dropping the dreaded GRE requirement, which cuts some of the hassle of applying.
Feb 24th 2021, 4:57 am
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Re: I-130 information
hi, I have a couple questions.
1) given the possible length of time this would take I haven’t ruled out the possibility of progressing my personal life such as marriage and family. If the I-130 is already submitted what would I have to do to rectify the situation if I were to settle down?
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1) given the possible length of time this would take I haven’t ruled out the possibility of progressing my personal life such as marriage and family. If the I-130 is already submitted what would I have to do to rectify the situation if I were to settle down?
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Where did this suddenly come from? Are you intending to quickly find an American to marry?
You're not completing your degree until August 2022 are you ...?
Feb 24th 2021, 8:43 am
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Re: I-130 information
hi, I have a couple questions.
1) given the possible length of time this would take I haven’t ruled out the possibility of progressing my personal life such as marriage and family. If the I-130 is already submitted what would I have to do to rectify the situation if I were to settle down?
2) what do you mean by a visa application becoming current?
Also I should mention that I was born, and still live, in the United Kingdom. I’m studying a 4 year Masters in Mathematics degree here in the UK.
1) given the possible length of time this would take I haven’t ruled out the possibility of progressing my personal life such as marriage and family. If the I-130 is already submitted what would I have to do to rectify the situation if I were to settle down?
2) what do you mean by a visa application becoming current?
Also I should mention that I was born, and still live, in the United Kingdom. I’m studying a 4 year Masters in Mathematics degree here in the UK.
By 'becoming current' it essentially means that you get to the front of the queue and a visa number becomes available for you. You need to keep an eye on the visa bulletin (https://travel.state.gov/content/tra...uary-2021.html), as you can see from this, for your category (F2B) they are current processing apps from July 2015 - but as said above, that queue could get shorter or longer, it's really only to give you an idea.
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Feb 24th 2021, 8:51 am
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and yes I’m completing my degree in August 2022.
Feb 24th 2021, 10:46 am
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Re: I-130 information
unfortunately on such a big time frame life may get in the way and the possibility of settling down outside of the US is a possibility that cannot be ruled out.
Feb 24th 2021, 1:31 pm
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Re: I-130 information
Bidens Immigration proposals include a V visa that would allow you to come and wait and work until your PD is current.
Whether tit will pass in another issue.
Whether tit will pass in another issue.
Feb 24th 2021, 3:35 pm
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FOUR year Masters? Is that part-time?
If you are planning to settle in the US long-term, I would recommend pursuing your graduate studies in the US. It's not all sky-high fees, especially when it comes to grad school. There are many ways to make it work, with scholarships, assistantships, etc.
A student visa would not only get you into the country quickly, but the qualification would help you start to establish a life here. Also, some of the best graduate math programs in the world are in the US, plus a large number of really good ones (it's not just the icing on top). So it would be a substantial "pro" on the career side as well. I hear that many places are even dropping the dreaded GRE requirement, which cuts some of the hassle of applying.
If you are planning to settle in the US long-term, I would recommend pursuing your graduate studies in the US. It's not all sky-high fees, especially when it comes to grad school. There are many ways to make it work, with scholarships, assistantships, etc.
A student visa would not only get you into the country quickly, but the qualification would help you start to establish a life here. Also, some of the best graduate math programs in the world are in the US, plus a large number of really good ones (it's not just the icing on top). So it would be a substantial "pro" on the career side as well. I hear that many places are even dropping the dreaded GRE requirement, which cuts some of the hassle of applying.
The main issue regarding studying in the United States is the fees involved. Myself and my family are unable to pay for the prices that the universities put on their degrees. I’m unsure about funding options because each university is different.
What is the GRE requirement?
Many thanks
Feb 24th 2021, 3:36 pm
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many thanks
Feb 24th 2021, 4:28 pm
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Re: I-130 information
Google is your friend:
Graduate schools often require students to take admission tests. The GRE (Graduate Record Exam) is the most commonly required test. ... It is possible to find a high quality distance learning program that does not require the GRE or a related admission test.
"For top grad schools, competitive applicants are scoring in the highest percentiles (90th or better) on the verbal and quantitative sections and scoring 5-6 on the analytical writing section," she wrote in an email.Jul 16, 2018
Graduate schools often require students to take admission tests. The GRE (Graduate Record Exam) is the most commonly required test. ... It is possible to find a high quality distance learning program that does not require the GRE or a related admission test.
Online Master's Programs No GRE: Schools That Waive Entry Exams
and"For top grad schools, competitive applicants are scoring in the highest percentiles (90th or better) on the verbal and quantitative sections and scoring 5-6 on the analytical writing section," she wrote in an email.Jul 16, 2018
What Is a Good GRE Score for Graduate School Admissions ...
Feb 24th 2021, 10:00 pm
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Re: I-130 information
Unfortunately, it is difficult to predict how long a particular petition can take to become current.
It is a common error for people to extrapolate future processing from the vis cutoff dates. For example, the March 2021 F2B cutoff is 22July2015. All this is saying is that people who filed nearly six years ago will be eligible for visa issuance next month. This is NOT the same as saying it will take six years for a petition filed today to come current. It can be shorter or it can become longer.
It should be noted that COVID has put a huge crimp on visa issuance and concomitant usage of visa numbers. I surmise this has affected the visa bulletin.
As an analogy, lawyers are taught that, in drafting wills, the “speaks” as of the date of death. So, clients will provide their desires and the lawyer will have to add “what if” questions.
About the only thing that is certain is that there should be no delay in filing.
Another point to consider, what happens if son wants to marry? The automatic revocation or conversion provisions must be considered.
Over my four decades of practice, I had seen many “only if” situations. I see one here already - if step mom had filed before junior had turned 21. It is not uncommon for student to obtain immigrant status in US followed by return abroad to complete studies. That is allowed.
Also, there is no mention of junior’s place of birth.
It is a common error for people to extrapolate future processing from the vis cutoff dates. For example, the March 2021 F2B cutoff is 22July2015. All this is saying is that people who filed nearly six years ago will be eligible for visa issuance next month. This is NOT the same as saying it will take six years for a petition filed today to come current. It can be shorter or it can become longer.
It should be noted that COVID has put a huge crimp on visa issuance and concomitant usage of visa numbers. I surmise this has affected the visa bulletin.
As an analogy, lawyers are taught that, in drafting wills, the “speaks” as of the date of death. So, clients will provide their desires and the lawyer will have to add “what if” questions.
About the only thing that is certain is that there should be no delay in filing.
Another point to consider, what happens if son wants to marry? The automatic revocation or conversion provisions must be considered.
Over my four decades of practice, I had seen many “only if” situations. I see one here already - if step mom had filed before junior had turned 21. It is not uncommon for student to obtain immigrant status in US followed by return abroad to complete studies. That is allowed.
Also, there is no mention of junior’s place of birth.
Feb 24th 2021, 10:31 pm
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Re: I-130 information
Please note that although Mr. Folinsky is an attorney, he is not your attorney nor does it answer questions from these forums privately or publicly.
As I noted earlier, Google is your friend. Here is the link to the page regarding I=817
https://www.uscis.gov/i-817
I feel that taking his advice, either yourself or your father and stepmother should have an one time consultation with a well versed immigration attorney specializing in family/relative visas.
As I noted earlier, Google is your friend. Here is the link to the page regarding I=817
https://www.uscis.gov/i-817
I feel that taking his advice, either yourself or your father and stepmother should have an one time consultation with a well versed immigration attorney specializing in family/relative visas.