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The U.S. citizen petitioner files Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e), with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This form establishes the intention to marry within 90 days of the foreign fiancé(e)’s entry into the United States.
Upon receiving the petition, USCIS reviews the form and supporting documents. If the petition is approved, USCIS forwards it to the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate in the fiancé(e)’s home country.
The fiancé(e) applies for the K-1 visa at the U.S. embassy or consulate. This process involves completing Form DS-160, providing required documentation (including proof of relationship and medical examination), and attending an interview.
The fiancé(e) attends a visa interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate. The consular officer reviews the application, asks questions about the relationship, and determines eligibility for the visa.
If approved, the fiancé(e) receives the K-1 visa in their passport. They must enter the United States within the validity period of the visa, typically within six months of issuance.
Upon arrival in the United States, the fiancé(e) presents the visa to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer at the port of entry. They are admitted into the country and have 90 days to marry the U.S. citizen petitioner.
After marriage, the fiancé(e) applies for adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) using Form I-485. This process involves additional forms, documentation, and a biometrics appointment.
If the marriage is less than two years old at the time of adjustment of status, the fiancé(e) receives conditional permanent residence. They must file Form I-751 to remove the conditions within the 90-day period before the expiration of the conditional green card.
Upon approval of the Form I-751 or if the marriage is more than two years old at the time of adjustment of status, the fiancé(e) becomes a lawful permanent resident and receives a 10-year green card.
The Green Card process refers to the process of obtaining lawful permanent residence in the United States.
Have you been a permanent resident for 5 years? Or a permanent resident married to a U.S. citizen for 3 years?
The K-1 visa, is a nonimmigrant visa that allows a foreign national fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States for the purpose of getting married.
Before applying for Adjustment of Status (AOS), ensure you meet the eligibility requirements.
Consular processing allows individuals to apply for immigrant visas while residing outside the United States.