QUESTION
If my wife sent me i130, can I enter the embassy in Egypt to have a tourist visa? Or this may effects on my case?
Asked on Apr 21st, 2013 on Immigration - New York
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I wonder if I can take a tourist visa to see my wife because I miss her. If I get refused the visa, will this affect my other application?
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You can apply for a tourist visa but it is not likely to be granted if you have a pending I-130 on your behalf. However, applying for the tourist visa is not going to affect the I-130. Please let me know if you have any additional questions or how I can be of further assistance to you in this matter.
Answered on Apr 23rd, 2013 at 9:00 PM
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Normally, it is more difficult to get a visitor visa to enter the United States if you have a pending I-130 from a spouse because the consulate will automatically assume that you do not have the requisite intention to return to your home country after your trip.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 9:20 PM
You probably will have a hard time showing that you are just a tourist and not an immigrant because of I 130.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 9:11 PM
Bruce A. Coane
There is no law against that, as long as the Embassy is convinced you'll return to Egypt after your visit.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 9:11 PM