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In Topic: Marriage In Usa On 10 Yr Visa
2011-05-31 08:27:52
tripplejjj, on 2011-05-30 20:14:11, said:
I completely agree with Mac. The down side in all of this is on her. If the marriage or the "Adjustment of Status" don't go according to plans, then she pretty much just kiss her 10 year-tourist visa good-bye.
As part of the "Adjustment of Status" and immigrant visa, you two need to provide "evidence of relationship" among other things. I strongly recommend that you take a look at the applications and see what are the required supporting documents in order to get her the "Adjustment of Status" and more importantly, an immigrant visa. The normal process takes about six months from the time you file a petition to her getting a green card. It usually takes much longer when you don't have all the required documents (such as police reports) that the US Immigration asked for.
I reside in Thailand and recently file a petition for my wife with the US Embassy on 27 April 2011. Just yesterday, we received a letter from the US Immigration that approved my petition. We have all the required documentations except for a police report. As I understand it, it takes about a month to get the report. The medical report took one day for my wife. Typically, it takes another two months before getting an appointment for an interview with the US Embassy. After that, an immigrant visa is issued withing one week.
Anyway, best wishes.
PS: She would not be allowed to work under a tourist visa. In her case, before she is allowed to work, she needs to be a permanent resident status with a tax ID or a social security number.
As part of the "Adjustment of Status" and immigrant visa, you two need to provide "evidence of relationship" among other things. I strongly recommend that you take a look at the applications and see what are the required supporting documents in order to get her the "Adjustment of Status" and more importantly, an immigrant visa. The normal process takes about six months from the time you file a petition to her getting a green card. It usually takes much longer when you don't have all the required documents (such as police reports) that the US Immigration asked for.
I reside in Thailand and recently file a petition for my wife with the US Embassy on 27 April 2011. Just yesterday, we received a letter from the US Immigration that approved my petition. We have all the required documentations except for a police report. As I understand it, it takes about a month to get the report. The medical report took one day for my wife. Typically, it takes another two months before getting an appointment for an interview with the US Embassy. After that, an immigrant visa is issued withing one week.
Anyway, best wishes.
PS: She would not be allowed to work under a tourist visa. In her case, before she is allowed to work, she needs to be a permanent resident status with a tax ID or a social security number.
thank you all for taking the time to respond. It seems complicated and I surely would not to mess up her current visa. Maybe just best to hire attorney to sort this out. Thanks again
In Topic: American Arrested In Thailand For Linking To A Website From His Blog
2011-05-27 18:57:38
Cheops, on 2011-05-27 13:50:26, said:
Nisa, on 2011-05-27 13:28:26, said:
I feel for the American .. assuming this story is true. I assume if it is the actual facts will come out and it will make headlines in the US if he is actually an American citizen and being held with no bail for what amounts to a banned internet link that wouldn't even work in Thailand since it is banned.
However, this is Thailand. People are idiots if they visit another country and expect the the laws are the same as their own country or that they will be excused from obeying the laws because they are not the same as their homeland. The US has a very well known saying in court, "Ignorance of the law is NO excuse". But even if you visit Thailand and are unaware of the seriousness of this well known law then you deserve what you get.
I for one have no issue with the law in question. His Majesty is a father figure to so many Thais and has been for so long that some Thais have have died of old age never knowing another King let alone anyone with such devotion and love for all Thai people and The Kingdom of Thailand. Although His Majesty has publicly stated he is not above criticism and regularly pardons those convicted of these types of crimes, it is a law I understand and respect Thais for embracing and enforcing when appropriate.
But yes, Thailand needs to reevaluate some of its censorship laws in my opinion but not when it comes to this issue. How awfully sad if one day it became like England has become were the Queen and her family serve as tabloid fodder and late night spoofs overshadowing any news of what they give to their country. In fact, in England, I'm not even sure they (England's Royals) are able to do much now except to try and protect the royal image from all the gossip, paparazzi and unethical reporters.
However, this is Thailand. People are idiots if they visit another country and expect the the laws are the same as their own country or that they will be excused from obeying the laws because they are not the same as their homeland. The US has a very well known saying in court, "Ignorance of the law is NO excuse". But even if you visit Thailand and are unaware of the seriousness of this well known law then you deserve what you get.
I for one have no issue with the law in question. His Majesty is a father figure to so many Thais and has been for so long that some Thais have have died of old age never knowing another King let alone anyone with such devotion and love for all Thai people and The Kingdom of Thailand. Although His Majesty has publicly stated he is not above criticism and regularly pardons those convicted of these types of crimes, it is a law I understand and respect Thais for embracing and enforcing when appropriate.
But yes, Thailand needs to reevaluate some of its censorship laws in my opinion but not when it comes to this issue. How awfully sad if one day it became like England has become were the Queen and her family serve as tabloid fodder and late night spoofs overshadowing any news of what they give to their country. In fact, in England, I'm not even sure they (England's Royals) are able to do much now except to try and protect the royal image from all the gossip, paparazzi and unethical reporters.
Did anybody READ the story? The story says he is a Thai. Sure he has gained American nationality, but it's not like we are talking about an American expat or tourist here: "Joe is a 54 year old resident of Nakhon Ratchasima Province. He is Thai by birth but has lived in Colarado, America for 30 years."
Anyway, if you are running a forum you really need to watch it closely and moderate when needed.
ditto...your comments. He is a Thai who happened to get his us citizenship. A far cry from someone born and raised in usa who is named Joe Smith1
In Topic: B30Mn Coke Bust At Phuket Airport
2011-05-12 16:37:28
jimbeam1, on 2011-05-12 16:29:31, said:
rhiekel, on 2011-05-12 09:50:50, said:
Lt Col Prawit Engchuan of Phuket City Police said officers were tipped off by an unnamed informant that a large drug shipment from South America was expected to move through the airport.
Here is a tip for the police. If they are sitting in their office and an anonymous tip comes in saying a drug shipment is coming in on a certain plane on a certain person , you can rest assured that the bulk of the shipment is with some one else, not the idiot mule that was simply a give away. So next time they get a tip, the police should tear apart the luggage of EVERY ONE on the plane, then maybe they will find the real shipment.
Here is a tip for the police. If they are sitting in their office and an anonymous tip comes in saying a drug shipment is coming in on a certain plane on a certain person , you can rest assured that the bulk of the shipment is with some one else, not the idiot mule that was simply a give away. So next time they get a tip, the police should tear apart the luggage of EVERY ONE on the plane, then maybe they will find the real shipment.
jb1
wonder if he will be as lucky.
In Topic: B30Mn Coke Bust At Phuket Airport
2011-05-12 13:06:13
Lammbock, on 2011-05-12 12:23:58, said:
Poor sucker. Such a penalty would be out of question in Europe or the US.
looking forward to seeing this guy in the future on the popular show " Locked up Abroad "
