did not file i-485 with i-130, do i now have to wait for i-130 approval??

[H.Ball]

I hope someone can help me figure this out!

My Husband filed i-130 Petition for Alien relative with all the relevant documents and we have received a receipt and conformation that the petition is in process. However we did not file i-485 at the same time, not realizing we could concurrent...

[me.sarde]

I am married to US citizen. Currently filing all the forms and wondering if I am eligible for concurrent filing, even though I do not have an immigrant visa number, I only have my f-1 (student visa) number.
Thank you in advance