Adjust status on ESTA?

[smp17]

Hi

So, in the past 12 months, I have read a few cases of couples doing the above and the interviewing officer has not asked about entrance intentions. My I-130 has been approved (2nd notice I-797), and we are thinking about picking up in the US even though it is being sent to NVC and should then be processed in London.

Should we do this? How long does it take to hear the decision in the US?

Thanks

[azblk]

Hi

So, in the past 12 months, I have read a few cases of couples doing the above and the interviewing officer has not asked about entrance intentions. My I-130 has been approved (2nd notice I-797), and we are thinking about picking up in the US even though it is being sent to NVC and should then be processed in London.

Should we do this? How long does it take to hear the decision in the US?

Thanks

It is against the law to enter/move to the US with the intention of adjusting status. If you successfully enter the country however you can adjust status. If the CBP suspects you intend to adjust status while here on a non immigrant visa or visa waiver, chances are they will not let you into the country.

[smp17]

It is against the law to enter/move to the US with the intention of adjusting status. If you successfully enter the country however you can adjust status. If the CBP suspects you intend to adjust status while here on a non immigrant visa or visa waiver, chances are they will not let you into the country.

Thanks for your input here. Now, you say that if I enter the country successfully then I can adjust status...what do you mean by this? Do you mean if I am granted entry using the ESTA or what?

Thanks

[boogiewoogie]

Thanks for your input here. Now, you say that if I enter the country successfully then I can adjust status...what do you mean by this? Do you mean if I am granted entry using the ESTA or what?

Thanks

thats what he's saying yes, if you make it in you can apply for AOS