QUESTION
What are odds to get an F-1 while I have an I130 petition?
Asked on Jun 30th, 2015 on Immigration - Illinois
More details to this question:
My F1 visa interview will be held in 2 weeks. I have already B1/B2 visa for 2 years, still valid for 8 more years. My US citizen brother filed an I-130 2 years ago. I want to obtain a master degree with 1-2 year work experience (STEM Degree), afterwards I will definitely come here. My wife will stay in my home country during my absence, so I think I prove my non-immigrant intend.
2 ANSWERS
The chances are not very good but not impossible. 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 Jul 02nd, 2015 at 7:09 PM
Your wife is not the issue. The issue is whether you can overcome the legal presumption that you don't intend to immigrate for the purposes of the visit. I strongly recommend a teleconference with a competent immigration and visa attorney. Good luck.
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2015 at 9:27 AM