My bf is in Japan. We're getting married on Guam when he's on leave. After that, we're going back to Japan together. We're not command sponsored, can I still get the sofa stamp? Also, how long will it take for my bf to get command sponsorship approved for me? He's E5, air force.
You and your husband are making a extreme mistake. in case you bypass to Germany with out command sponsorship you will locate very lots of issues -- like no longer having scientific / housing / etc. FWIW, getting command sponsorship isn't all that stressful. It takes some months and he has to boost his excursion from 2 to 3 years. it is as ordinary as getting your visa. do exactly it.
Going to Japan without Command Sponsorship is a very bad idea. First of all you will be staying on a tourist visa and the most time you will get is 90 days. You won't be able to work legally.No you can't get a SOFA stamp until your Command Sponsored. Living in Japan is extremely expensive. Where would you live while awaiting sponsorship ? Evan a fleabag hotel cost upwards of $150 a night and then there is the issue of food. Renting evan a modest house costs $2,500 a month plus figure in at least $400 a month for utilities. Bottom line is unless you have a huge amount of savings, no way will what your planning work out. It will take 1-2 months after your married to complete the requirements for Command Sponsorship.
