The K-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows the fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen to enter the country in order to get married. The K-1 visa is also sometimes referred to as the “fiancé visa.” If you are granted a K-1 visa, you will be allowed to stay in the United States for a period of 90 days. Within that time frame, you must get married to your U.S. citizen fiancé(e). Once you are married, you can then apply for permanent residence (a Green Card).
How to Apply for a K-1 Visa
There are two ways to apply for a K-1 visa: through consulate processing or through adjustment of status.
Consulate processing is when you file your petition with the US Department of State. If the petition is approved, you will be contacted by the nearest US consulate to schedule an interview. During the interview, you will need to provide proof of your relationship and evidence that you plan to marry within 90 days of your arrival in the US.
If you are already in the US on a different type of visa, you can file for a K-1 visa through adjustment of status. This means that you will file your petition with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If your petition is approved, you will be contacted by the USCIS to schedule an interview. During the interview, you will need to provide proof of your relationship
K-1 Visa Requirements
The K-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows fiance(e)s of U.S. citizens to enter the United States in order to get married. If you are a U.S. citizen who is engaged to be married to a foreign national, you can petition for a K-1 visa for your fiance(e).
In order to petition for a K-1 visa, you must meet the following requirements:
– You must be a U.S. citizen
– You must be engaged to be married to a foreign national
– You must be able to show that you have met your fiance(e) in person within the last two years
– You must be able to show that you have a bona fide intention to marry your fiance(e)
The K-1 Visa Interview
The K-1 visa interview is an important part of the process for obtaining a K-1 visa to enter the United States. The interview is conducted by a U.S. consular officer at the U.S. embassy or consulate where you will apply for your visa.
During the interview, the consular officer will ask you a variety of questions about your relationship with your fiancé(e) and your plans for the future. They will also review your supporting documents to ensure that you meet all of the requirements for the K-1 visa.
While the K-1 visa interview may seem daunting, there is no need to worry. If you are prepared and have all of your documents in order, the interview will go smoothly. Just remember to be honest and keep your cool, and you will be on your way to the United States.
After the K-1 Visa is Granted
After the K-1 visa is granted, the next step is for the foreign fiance to travel to the United States. The K-1 visa allows the foreign fiance to stay in the United States for up to 90 days, during which time the two people must get married. If the marriage does not take place within that 90-day period, the foreign fiancé(e) will have to return to their home country.
Once the marriage has taken place, the foreign spouse can then apply for a green card, which will allow them to live and work in the United States permanently. The process of applying for a green card can take several months, so it’s important to be patient and to work with a qualified immigration attorney who can help guide you through the process.
