Hello, I'm new here, have researched DCF, and have some questions regarding my situation. I currently reside in Mexico, the state of Jalisco (I have a work permit) while working in the same state. I also recently got married on a trip to the US and was offered a job which I'm currently doing remo...
What Is DCF? Direct Consular Filing (DCF) is the unofficial term for filing an I-130 petition via a Consulate overseas, rather than through the US Service Center. While not everyone will qualify to do so, this process can expedite the speed in which a beneficiary can enter the United States and b...
DCF China 07/15/2018: Married 10/22/2018: Filed I-130 @ Guangzhou Embassy 11/06/2018: Received Emailed Notice of Additional Processing Requirements and Interview from the embassy 11/27/2018: Received Mailed Notice of Additional Processing Requirements and Interview from the embassy 11/28/2018: Interview at the Embassy 12/15/2018: We were informed by letter from the embassy that based on how we ...
Direct Consular Filing (DCF) is the colloquial term for filing an Immediate Relative (spouse, child, parent) petition I-130 overseas, rather than through the US Service Center.
Attempting to switch from an existing I130 to DCF could be very risky. As you mentioned, you would have to cancel the exiting I130 first, then hope the Consulate accepts a DCF filing. They may with your job repatriation requirements, but they will be able to see your I130 was recently canceled and may view it as an end-around attempt.
Expedite processing of I-130 in case of job offer or relocation By doraemon in Direct Consular Filing (DCF) General Discussion