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Dive into our comprehensive FAQ section to find detailed responses to common questions about our services
Your questions answered
Your questions answered
Your questions answered
Dive into our comprehensive FAQ section to find detailed responses to common questions about our services
Dive into our comprehensive FAQ section to find detailed responses to common questions about our services
Dive into our comprehensive FAQ section to find detailed responses to common questions about our services
K-1 / Fiancé visa
What is a Fiancé(e) or K-1 visa?
The K-1 visa, also known as a fiancé(e) visa, allows the fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States to get married within 90 days of arrival.
What is a Fiancé(e) or K-1 visa?
What is a Fiancé(e) or K-1 visa?
Who is eligible for a K-1 visa?
To be eligible for a K-1 visa, both the petitioner (U.S. citizen) and the beneficiary (fiancé(e)) must be legally free to marry and intend to marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e)'s arrival in the U.S. They must have met in person at least once within the two years preceding the filing of the petition, unless an exemption applies.
Who is eligible for a K-1 visa?
Who is eligible for a K-1 visa?
How do I apply for a K-1 visa?
The U.S. citizen petitioner must file Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e), with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Once approved, the beneficiary applies for the K-1 visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
How do I apply for a K-1 visa?
How do I apply for a K-1 visa?
What documents are required for the K-1 visa application?
Required documents include Form I-129F, proof of the petitioner’s U.S. citizenship, evidence of a genuine relationship, proof of having met in person within the last two years, and various personal documents of the beneficiary. During consular processing, additional documents may be required, such as police certificates and medical examinations.
What documents are required for the K-1 visa application?
What documents are required for the K-1 visa application?
How long does the K-1 visa process take?
The processing time for a K-1 visa can vary, but it typically takes around 6 to 9 months from the filing of the petition to the visa issuance.
How long does the K-1 visa process take?
How long does the K-1 visa process take?
Can my children accompany me on a K-1 visa?
Can my children accompany me on a K-1 visa?
Can my children accompany me on a K-1 visa?
What happens after we get married on a K-1 visa?
What happens after we get married on a K-1 visa?
What happens after we get married on a K-1 visa?
Can I work in the U.S. on a K-1 visa?
K-1 visa holders are not authorized to work upon arrival in the U.S. After you marry and file Form I-485 for adjustment of status, you can apply for work authorization concurrently.
Can I work in the U.S. on a K-1 visa?
Can I work in the U.S. on a K-1 visa?
Marriage based Green Card
What is a marriage-based green card?
A marriage-based green card allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to live and work permanently in the United States.
What is a marriage-based green card?
What is a marriage-based green card?
Who is eligible for a marriage-based green card?
To be eligible, the marriage must be legally valid, and the spouse seeking the green card must meet the eligibility requirements, including not being barred from entering the U.S. due to past immigration violations or criminal history.
Who is eligible for a marriage-based green card?
Who is eligible for a marriage-based green card?
How do I apply for a marriage-based green card if I am already in the U.S.?
If you are in the U.S., you can file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, along with Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, concurrently. This is known as adjustment of status.
How do I apply for a marriage-based green card if I am already in the U.S.?
How do I apply for a marriage-based green card if I am already in the U.S.?
How do I apply for a marriage-based green card if my spouse is abroad?
If your spouse is abroad, you will file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. Once approved, the petition is sent to the National Visa Center (NVC), and your spouse will apply for an immigrant visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. This process is known as consular processing.
How do I apply for a marriage-based green card if my spouse is abroad?
How do I apply for a marriage-based green card if my spouse is abroad?
What documents are required for the marriage-based green card application?
Required documents include Form I-130, proof of the petitioner’s U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status, proof of a bona fide marriage (e.g., photos, joint bank accounts, lease agreements), and personal documents of the beneficiary. During consular processing, additional documents may be required, such as police certificates and medical examinations.
What documents are required for the marriage-based green card application?
What documents are required for the marriage-based green card application?
How long does the marriage-based green card process take?
The processing time varies based on the sponsor's status. If the sponsor is a U.S. citizen, adjustment of status within the U.S. typically takes 10 to 23 months, while consular processing takes 11 to 15 months. If the sponsor is a green card holder, both adjustment of status within the U.S. and consular processing can take 30 to 40 months.
How long does the marriage-based green card process take?
How long does the marriage-based green card process take?
Can I work while my marriage-based green card application is pending?
Yes, if you are in the U.S. and have filed Form I-485, you can apply for a work permit (Employment Authorization Document) by filing Form I-765 along with your green card application. This allows you to work while your application is being processed.
Can I work while my marriage-based green card application is pending?
Can I work while my marriage-based green card application is pending?
How much money do I need to make to sponsor a green card?
The sponsor (U.S. citizen or green card holder) must meet the income requirements set by the U.S. government to demonstrate they can financially support the intending immigrant. Generally, the sponsor must have an income that is at least 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for their household size. For example, in 2024, for a household of two, the minimum income requirement is approximately $25,550. The exact amount can vary based on household size and location. Sponsors can also use assets to meet the income requirement.
How much money do I need to make to sponsor a green card?
How much money do I need to make to sponsor a green card?
What is the difference between a conditional and permanent green card?
If you have been married for less than two years at the time of your green card approval, you will receive a conditional green card, valid for two years. You must file Form I-751 to remove conditions and receive a permanent green card before the conditional card expires.
What is the difference between a conditional and permanent green card?
What is the difference between a conditional and permanent green card?
Can my children get green cards based on my marriage to a U.S. citizen?
No, children cannot be automatically included in a parent's marriage-based green card application. Each child must have their own petition. If you are a U.S. citizen, you can file separate Form I-130 petitions for each stepchild. If you are a permanent resident, you can file petitions for your children, but they will have to wait for a visa to become available.
Can my children get green cards based on my marriage to a U.S. citizen?
Can my children get green cards based on my marriage to a U.S. citizen?
Can my spouse work immediately after arriving in the U.S. with a marriage-based green card?
Yes, once your spouse enters the U.S. with an immigrant visa and is admitted as a permanent resident, they will receive a green card and be authorized to work immediately.
Can my spouse work immediately after arriving in the U.S. with a marriage-based green card?
Can my spouse work immediately after arriving in the U.S. with a marriage-based green card?
What if I need to travel outside the U.S. while my green card application is pending?
If you are in the U.S. and have filed for adjustment of status, you should apply for advance parole (Form I-131) to re-enter the U.S. while your green card application is pending. If you are abroad and have received an immigrant visa, you can travel to the U.S. to be admitted as a permanent resident.
