Hi, Long story short, I met someone ~ 1.5 years ago, we've been talking lots. We want to start a life together. They're currently in Venezuela. I've been doing some research, and it looks like the easiest way to get them into the country would be through Refugee given the country of origin and the issues going on there. They know basic English, each day they're learning more. Immersion would help immensely with that. They have been to school for a few different things, Engineering, and have worked in Seniors care, healthcare as well, and computer science. Not sure if that makes any difference. It would also just be them coming. Family might consider it in the far future(like 4+ years), but not at all right now or any time soon.
I think the first question I have, is. How do they get here first? Do they just apply for a visitors or tourist visa and then fly over? Or is there another way to get into the country as a Refugee, a document that lets them travel without a visa? I'm more than willing to buy the ticket for them. Are they free to travel within the country after doing so?
The next few questions are, Is it likely that they would be sent back? How long does this take? They're able to stay in the country while their refugee claim is being processed? I would be willing to house them, does this make a difference in the refugee claim being accepted, or accepted faster? Does the Government help out at all with funding? Starting a new life is expensive, and a bit of help with the initial bills and things like buying glasses for them would be much appreciated. I read that help is sometimes given.
Am I to be a sponsorship in this instance? I live a very frugal life, without much expenses and have more than enough money for us to live off of after I've paid bills each month. Though the level might be too low for them to consider it enough? I bring home about 1750 a month, and my expenses are about 1100 including groceries. More than enough to add another person for a while given the lifestyle till they can catch their feet.
Honestly, this is a first for me and them, so if anyone has useful information on anything that I've asked here, or anything that you'd consider important to know, it would be greatly appreciated. I know there are other routes available for immigration, this is just one. If there's a better option open, I'm willing to consider it too. Just given the issues in Venezuela, this might be the right option.
Just trying to figure out the first steps that should be taken. The goal is to obviously live together. So if this whole refugee thing won't let that happen anytime soon, then that's exactly why I'm asking here.
Thanks for your time!
I think the first question I have, is. How do they get here first? Do they just apply for a visitors or tourist visa and then fly over? Or is there another way to get into the country as a Refugee, a document that lets them travel without a visa? I'm more than willing to buy the ticket for them. Are they free to travel within the country after doing so?
The next few questions are, Is it likely that they would be sent back? How long does this take? They're able to stay in the country while their refugee claim is being processed? I would be willing to house them, does this make a difference in the refugee claim being accepted, or accepted faster? Does the Government help out at all with funding? Starting a new life is expensive, and a bit of help with the initial bills and things like buying glasses for them would be much appreciated. I read that help is sometimes given.
Am I to be a sponsorship in this instance? I live a very frugal life, without much expenses and have more than enough money for us to live off of after I've paid bills each month. Though the level might be too low for them to consider it enough? I bring home about 1750 a month, and my expenses are about 1100 including groceries. More than enough to add another person for a while given the lifestyle till they can catch their feet.
Honestly, this is a first for me and them, so if anyone has useful information on anything that I've asked here, or anything that you'd consider important to know, it would be greatly appreciated. I know there are other routes available for immigration, this is just one. If there's a better option open, I'm willing to consider it too. Just given the issues in Venezuela, this might be the right option.
Just trying to figure out the first steps that should be taken. The goal is to obviously live together. So if this whole refugee thing won't let that happen anytime soon, then that's exactly why I'm asking here.
Thanks for your time!
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