💍 The K-1 fiancé(e) visa allows a U.S. citizen to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the United States to marry within 90 days of arrival. This visa is essential for couples planning marriage but living apart.
This article explains eligibility, application steps, and how BorderlessLawyers guides you through the process.
Eligibility Criteria
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Petitioner must be a U.S. citizen
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Both parties must be legally free to marry
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Intent to marry within 90 days of fiancé(e) entering the U.S.
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Proof of having met in person within the last 2 years (with some exceptions)
Application Process
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File Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) with USCIS
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Upon approval, petition sent to National Visa Center (NVC)
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Visa applicant completes DS-160 and attends consular interview
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If approved, fiancé(e) enters U.S. on K-1 visa
After Arrival in the U.S.
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Couple must marry within 90 days
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Fiancé(e) applies for Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) to become a permanent resident
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Work and travel authorization can be applied for during this period
How BorderlessLawyers Helps
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Preparing and filing petition forms and supporting evidence
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Guidance for consular interview preparation
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Advising on marriage and adjustment of status process
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Handling complex cases, waivers, and delays
FAQs
Q: Can I travel outside the U.S. while adjustment of status is pending?
Advance parole is required; otherwise, travel can cause abandonment of the application.
Q: What if we don’t marry within 90 days?
The fiancé(e) must leave the U.S., or risk unlawful presence.
Q: Can children be included?
Children under 21 can apply for K-2 visas to accompany the fiancé(e).
Unite with Your Fiancé(e) in the U.S. Seamlessly
BorderlessLawyers provides compassionate and expert guidance for couples navigating the K-1 visa journey.