The K1 fiance visa is the most effective method for bringing an alien fiance to the United States. A U.S. citizen may bring their fiance to the U.S. by filing a petition with the USCIS. When the fiance arrives in the U.S., he/she is allowed to stay in the U.S. for ninety days. Within this ninety day period the fiance must marry the U.S. citizen petitioner. Once they are married, the alien fiance can apply for green card to become a permanent resident.
There are two important requirements in order to obtain a K-1 fiance visa:
The U.S. citizen and alien fiance must have met in person within two years of filing the petition. (A waiver may be obtained to overcome the two year meeting requirement; however, waivers are rarely granted
Both parties must be legally able to marry, meaning all divorces must be finalized prior to filing the K1 visa petition.
Application Procedures
The K1 visa is a two step process. First, the U.S. Citizen files the K-1 Visa Petition on behalf of his/her fiancé with the appropriate USCIS Service Center. Once it is approved, the alien fiance has to undergo a visa interview at the consulate of his/her residence.
Once USCIS approves the petition, the approval and petition will be forwarded to the consulate where the fiance resides. Each consulate’s processing procedures vary; however, they usually always contact the alien fiance regarding their visa processing procedures, instructions regarding the medical examination and visa fees and a list of required documents. Some consulates have instructions on their websites and call in numbers for the alien to get started on the K-1 visa processing in advance.
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