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K1 Visa Attorney
Navigating the intricacies of the K1 Fiancé Visa process can be challenging and overwhelming for couples planning to start their lives together in the United States. At the law firm of Abogada Ashley Immigration, Inc., our dedicated lawyer and her team are committed to providing expert guidance and personalized support throughout the application process.
With years of experience and a proven track record, we strive to make your journey toward obtaining a K1 visa seamless and stress-free, ensuring you and your future spouse can focus on your love story and building a life together.
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What is a Fiancé Visa?
A K1 Fiancé Visa is a nonimmigrant visa for foreign nationals engaged to US citizens. This visa allows the foreign national to enter the United States lawfully based on the engagement for the purpose of marrying their U.S. citizen partner in the United States and then obtaining lawful permanent residency. It facilitates the transition to permanent residency for the foreign fiancé(e) after the marriage.
Don’t navigate the complex K1 Fiancé Visa process alone; let our experienced K1 Fiancé Visa Lawyer at Abogada Ashley Immigration, Inc. guide you every step. Contact our office today to ensure a smooth and stress-free path toward uniting with your loved one in the United States.
K1 Fiancé Visa Requirements
Specific requirements must be met by the U.S. citizen and their foreign fiancé. The primary qualifications for petitioning the U.S. government for a K-1 Fiancé Visa include the following:
- In-person meeting within the last two years (with limited exceptions)
- Both parties free to marry
- Financial support
- No major criminal history
- U.S. citizenship for petitioning fiance
It is important to note that the foreign fiancé cannot petition for the K-1 visa themselves. The U.S. citizen must initiate the process and petition the government on their fiancé’s behalf.
Applying for a K1 Fiancé Visa
To obtain a K1 Fiancé Visa, the U.S. citizen (Petitioner) must file a Petition for Alien Fiancé (Form I-129F) with the USCIS. This petition should be sent to the appropriate USCIS Service Center based on the U.S. citizen’s geographic residence. This petition must first be approved by USCIS before the case is forwarded to the National Visa Center, and eventually the consulate or embassy in your fiance’s native country, for processing and interview scheduling. Once approved, the I-129F petition will be valid for a certain period of time.
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Fiancé Visa Wait Times
Fiancé Visa Wait Times typically involves several steps, and the duration of each can vary. Here’s a general overview of the K-1 Fiancé Visa process timeline:
- Receipt Notice & Case Number: It takes 1 to 3 weeks for USCIS to issue a receipt notice and case number.
- USCIS Application Processing: The processing time for the I-129F petition by USCIS varies but can be anywhere from 5 to 17 months depending on the location where it is processed.
- National Visa Center (NVC) Approval: USCIS transfers your approved I-129F petition to the NVC which is where you then need to submit additional applications and supporting documents.
- Fiancé Visa Forms Completion: Our team works on completing the necessary forms for the NVC and providing the correct supporting documentation. Eventually the NVC will “documentarily qualify” your case and forward it to the U.S. embassy or consulate in your fiance’s home country.
- U.S. Embassy Interview Scheduling: The U.S. embassy or consulate eventually contacts your fiancé to schedule an immigration interview. The current K-1 visa issuance fee must typically be paid before the interview. How long it takes to get an interview depends on many factors, including how busy the embassy or consulate is in your fiance’s home country.
- Medical Exam Appointment: Your fiancé must schedule a medical exam with a qualified doctor after receiving the interview notice. It's best to schedule the medical exam as soon as possible to avoid delays.
The overall wait time for a K-1 Fiancé Visa may be affected by various factors throughout the process. If the I-129F petition is expiring before the interview has been scheduled at the embassy or consulate, it is possible to have it extended.
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