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I485 temporary visit to US vs Consular processing

canwan

Full Member
Dec 28, 2014
21
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Hi, I am new here and currently in Canada and waiting for my US employer sponsored I140 to be approved. My goal is to file I485 asap after the I140 is approved. My options are to leave for the US temporarily and file the 485 and come back to Canada (to satisfy another year of residency requirement) or go for consulate processing. My questions are:

1. Does anyone know if the Montreal consulate is even conducting employment interviews for consular processing. I got no information online but their website says that they are considering some limited cases but seems they are very very backed up. Do I have a change to get an interview within 6-9 months from now. Any help will be appreciated.
2. Can I go to the US for a few weeks, file the 485 and come back. Please note that I work for a large US company but on Canadian payroll (Canadian branch).

Any help will be much appreciated!
 

nvap23

Star Member
Apr 19, 2020
54
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Hello Canwan:
Do you have any update regarding your Consular processing?
I am in a similar situation with my I140 being approved anytime soon and my PERM Priority date being current.
I am wondering if it makes sense for me to move to US for I485 Adjustment of Status or Consular processing.