Any advice on moving to America from the UK

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by SiB86

Thanks Guys i wasnt expecting all these responses after only putting my question up a few days ago. i just wanted to ask about the letter evidence? i hadnt heard anything about personal letters being used in visa's before? do they help? and/or would things like msn logs and emails be any help with such an aplication.

The main requirement is that you've met in person within the last two years -- so make sure the evidence submitted includes that. Logs and emails (just send a selection) will be fine -- the consular officer realizes that this is the contemporary form of communication.

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by SiB86

i will hopefully be able to apply for a work permit when i get the K-1 so i can work in the period between going to America and marrying my partner.

This is a tricky one! The K1 provides work authorization for the first 90 days after entry. However, the only port of entry that actually provides a suitable stamp that satisfies HR departments is JFK -- and then you sometimes have to ask for it. Working for relatives or friends should not be a problem without the stamp (especially since you can apply for a social security number), but some employers will be reluctant to hire.

After the 90 days of your visa are up, so is your work authorization. As soon as you marry, you can apply for an EAD in your AOS package, but there is a delay of up to 3 months before the card actually comes through (there have been recent reports of this becoming quicker). Between the 90 days and receipt of your EAD, you're not actually authorized to work -- though USCIS don't seem interested in punishing infringements.

Afraid it's just one of the many illogical anomalies in the wonders of US immigration.