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True or False
The Affidavit of Support must be included with the initial CR-1 filing sent to the USCIS.
False.
It will be needed at the NVC stage.
Which fee is paid first with a CR-1 visa?
USCIS filing fee of $675
**Derivative Child will pay the same amount unless the Sponsor is a Green Card Holder
How many times in my life can I file for a spousal visa?
There is no limit for a US citizen to sponsor a Spousal Visa.
True or False
You can use your personal doctor for your medical exam if you get prior approval from the U.S. embassy.
False.
There are designated medical institutions that the US government specifies where the beneficiary can undergo such a medical exam.
True or False
Both the employment authorization document and the travel document will be issued at the same time when the spouse enters the U.S.
False.
Foreign national spouse will receive their green card 2-4 weeks from their arrival to the United States.
True or False:
A child included in a spousal visa petition with an LPR sponsor needs to pay a $675 USCIS filing fee.
FALSE
True or False
After entering the USA on a CR-1 visa, you have 90 days to file the Adjustment of Status
False.
CR1 Visa already comes with a green card.
The foreign spouse beneficiary will complete this (online) application form at the NVC Stage
DS-260 ; Online Immigrant Visa Application
This is the primary form the U.S. citizen petitioner must file to begin the CR1 visa process.
Form I-130; Petition for Alien Relative
What does 'CR' in 'CR1'
Conditional Resident
What are the fees associated with filing for a spousal visa with BL as a green card holder petitioning for my spouse and 2 kids?
Give me the breakdown for the premium package.
BL Fees:
- Spouse: $1,149
- Child added: 450 x 2
Government cost:
- USCIS filing fee: $675 for main spouse
- NVC Fee: $445 x 3
- Green card Fee: $325 x 3
- Medical Examination: $200 - $500 x 3
I haven't filed my taxes for this year; can I start the CR-1 spousal visa application?
Generally, Yes, since the financial documents will be required at the NVC stage so the US Citizen sponsor can still be able to file their tax or have a JHS.
I am a green card holder petitioning for a spousal visa application; can I apply for naturalization with a pending spousal visa application? Will it affect my spousal visa application?
Generally, green card holders who petition for a spousal visa can also apply for U.S. citizenship. This does not affect any ongoing immigrant visa application; however, once the naturalization application is approved and the sponsor's status is updated to U.S. citizen, the spousal visa timeline will be adjusted to align with that of a U.S. citizen sponsor.
My wife is already in the USA on a student visa. What type of petition or application do we need to get her green card?
Generally if the foreign national is already in the United States, the foreign national can apply for the Adjustment of Status to get a green card without the need to leave the country.
True or False
The beneficiary of the spousal visa will immediately receive their green card upon the approval of their application.
FALSE.
The foreign beneficiary will receive the green card through the mail within 1-4 weeks upon arrival in the country.
When filing Form I-130, one of the initial pieces of evidence to prove family relationship (spouse) is...
Marriage Certificate
What's the difference between a K-1 visa and a CR-1 visa application in terms of the status of the petitioner?
The Petitioner for the CR1 Spousal Visa application can be a US Citizen and green card holder; while the K1 Visa petitioner must be a US Citizen.
What is the determining factor for receiving either a CR-1 or IR-1 visa?
Can they choose which application to file?
Length of the marriage.
And No, The consular officer at the U.S. embassy or consulate in the foreign spouse's country reviews the application, assesses the authenticity of the marriage, and determines if the applicant meets all the requirements for an IR-1 visa.
Whats the difference between the CR1 and IR1 Visa?
If the couple have been married for less than two years, the foreign national spouse might get a CR-1 visa (conditional resident); receive a 2 year Green Card , and if the couple have been married for two years or more, the foreign national spouse might get an IR-1 visa (immediate relative) and receive a 10 year green card
Once I receive my CR-1 visa, how long do I have to enter the United States?
A foreign national spouse with an approved immigrant visa generally has 6 months (180 days) to enter the United States.
What does it mean to be the sponsor and beneficiary in U.S. immigration?
The sponsor is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who petitions for a foreign national, and the beneficiary is the foreign national seeking immigration benefits.
I filed a K-1 visa 12 months ago that didn't work out. I have just married somebody new. Can I file a spousal visa right away, or do I have to wait 90 days before I process the application?
Generally, the applicant can file right away but must disclose the previous filing.
Can I file for a spousal visa for my wife even if I am currently living in my spouse's originating country (for 3 years now)?
Generally, sponsors for a spousal visa can petition for their spouse's immigrant visa application while they're outside the country, provided that the sponsor can provide their proof of domicile, meaning they have significant ties to the United States; they must either live in the United States or prove they plan to return to the United States with their foreign spouse.
My 9 year old daughter and I will be petitioned for a spousal visa application with Boundless; can you give me a breakdown of all the fees for your premium service?
BL Fees:
Main beneficiary: $1,149
9 year old Child added: $450
Government cost:
USCIS filing fee: $675 each beneficiary
NVC Fees: $445 each beneficiary
Green card Fee: $325 each beneficiary
Enumerate all the forms to use in filing for the CR1 Spousal Visa.
FORM I-130 (Petition for an Alien Relative)
DS-260 (Online Immigrant Visa Application)
FORM I-864 (Affidavit of Support)
FORM I-551 - (Green Card)