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shukulatanana
Mar 26, 2013, 07:37 PM
I have a b2 tourist visa and my mother has the green card. She filed the I 130 form for me 2 years ago and I got the petition approval after one month (that is its in process). I am still waiting for the interview. Is it possible for me to adjust my status from a tourist to a green card holder after I enter the u.s? In other words can I file the I 485 form for adjustment of status?
newacct
Mar 26, 2013, 09:48 PM
No, you cannot enter on a tourist visa with intent to file for AOS while there. You should complete the process at your local U.S. consulate.
lawanwadee
Mar 27, 2013, 02:30 AM
No, you can't file I-485 in US, consular processing only.
shukulatanana
Apr 8, 2013, 09:22 AM
Can I file for adjustment of status to permanent residency if I have B1/B2 visa? Knowing that the I130 petition was accepted already and I am waiting for an interview to be scheduled.
newacct
Apr 8, 2013, 12:33 PM
You cannot intend to enter the U.S. on B1/B2 and adjust status.
shukulatanana
Apr 12, 2013, 09:03 AM
How long does the consular processing take for the I130 petition? I mean how much time it takes the immigration office to schedule the interview?
lawanwadee
Apr 12, 2013, 06:24 PM
How long does the consular processing take for the I130 petition? I mean how much time it takes the immigration office to schedule the interview?
It depends on what category you're in, and the country.