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If you plan to marry someone from another country or want to settle down with a US citizen, then applying for a K1 visa is essential for starting your life together in the U.S. However, the visa process can be intimidating as many details, documents, and steps are involved. Getting a K1 visa is life-changing, and you’ll need the most knowledgeable and experienced K1 visa lawyer by your side to ensure the application goes through successfully with the least amount of hiccups possible.
If you’re considering applying for a K1 visa, you don’t have to handle the process alone. Our marriage visa attorneys at Rozas Immigration have extensive experience in immigration law and can help guide you through the entire K1 visa process from start to finish. You can feel confident our team will address every question and concern with the care and attention you deserve. Contact us at Rozas Immigration to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards starting your new life with your loved one.
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K-1 Visa Requirements
Understanding the requirements is a crucial first step to starting the K-1 visa application process. The following are some of the requirements that you need to meet to be eligible for the K-1 visa:
- Be an unmarried U.S. citizen
- Provide evidence that your relationship is genuine and not solely for the purpose of obtaining a visa, including photos, messages, and other documentation that demonstrate your commitment to each other
- Have met your fiance in person at least once within the last two years
- Intend to get married within 90 days of their arrival in the U.S.
- Meet the income requirements for the K-1 visa or find a joint sponsor who can help you meet them
It is important to note that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recognizes same-sex relationships, which makes them eligible for the same benefits and protections under immigration law as opposite-sex couples. Even if same-sex relationships are not legal in the fiance’s home country, you can still qualify for the K-1 visa and undergo the same process as opposite-sex couples.
The I-129F Form
First, you must file the I-129F form, a Petition for the Alien Fiance, to USCIS to prove the authenticity of your relationship. Evidence such as messages, pictures, and proof of visits are required to support your claim, along with proof of US citizenship. After filing the I-129F form, you’ll receive a receipt notice from the USCIS, and they may request additional information if needed. Once they approve your form submission, you’ll receive an approval notice.
The DS-160 Form
Also known as the K-1 visa application, your sponsored fiance will complete this form and provide several documents, such as their birth certificate, valid passport, police check, and a medical evaluation form received from a State Department-approved physician.
The Visa Interview
After completing the DS-160 form, your sponsored fiance will attend a visa interview at the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate in their home country. This interview can be the most nerve-wracking part of the process, but it’s essential for getting approval for the K-1 visa. If the officer needs more information, they may request it from your fiance directly. Generally, the decision is made on the same day of the interview or shortly afterward.
Once your sponsored fiance gets approval for the K-1 visa, they can travel to the United States within six months of the initial I-129F form approval. However, you need to get married within 90 days of their arrival. After the wedding, you can apply for a marriage-based green card with sponsorship from the partner who sponsored your K-1 fiance visa.
What is a K1 Fiance Visa?
A K-1 visa, otherwise known as a fiance visa, is a special type of visa created for engaged partners of U.S. citizens to come and stay in the United States. As long as the couple marries within 90 days, the newlywed spouse can apply for permanent residency, also known as a “green card.” This visa is the best option for couples who don’t want to wait on the immigration process to complete before starting their married life together in the United States.
The K1 Visa Process
Applying for a K1 visa may seem daunting, but it’s necessary if you’re looking to start your new life with your fiance in the United States. Several steps are involved, starting with filing the I-129F form, then moving on to the DS-160 form, and lastly, attending an interview with the U.S. embassy. While there may not be many steps involved, each one requires a lot of attention to detail, and it is crucial that you fully understand what each step entails to start your new life with your partner in the United States.
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