FIANCE VISA (K1)
For a U.S. citizen (USC) planning to marry an alien, the "K1" visa (Fiance / Fiancee Visa) is the ideal option. The K1 visa is a single entry non-immigrant (temporary) visa which allows the alien fiancee to visit the US for 90 days for the specific purpose of marrying the USC petitioner. If the marriage does not happen within this 90 day period the alien fiancée must return home. Extensions of time are not granted. However, once the marriage has taken place in the US, the alien fiancee (now the spouse of the USC) can obtain conditional permanent residence by filing I-485 with the USCIS. Subsequently an application can be filed for removal of conditions and ultimately an application for citizenship is filed. NOTE : A K1 visitor may file for a marriage based greencard only through the USC who petitioned for the K1 visa.Why Choose Fiancee Visa Lawyer Manju Patil?
Being an immigrant herself & having personally gone through the intricate immigration procedures, Attorney Manju Patil is proficient in preparing & filing accurate spouse Visa petitions. Over the period of last 7 years, Lawyer Manju Patil has helped numerous immigrants acquire Spouse Visa/Greencards through both employment as well as family sponsored category. Here are some of the highlights about Attorney Manju Patil.
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For a quick response and diligent service, Fill out the form or call Attorney Manju Patil at 213 805 2265 to find out how the Fiancee Visa Attorney Manju Patil can help you getting your Fiancee Visa.Eligibility :
To qualify for a K1 visa, the following eligibility criteria must be met :
- The petitioner must be a U. S. citizen ("USC");
- The USC and the alien fiancee must have met during the preceding two years;
- Both the USC and the alien fiancee must be legally free to marry;
- Both the USC and the alien fiancee must have a genuine intention to marry within 90 days of the alien fiancee's arrival in the US.
PROCESS :
Procuring a K1 visa is a two step process :
- The USC must complete and file a petition with the USCIS. This would require the USC and the alien fiancee to file various documents and forms to show that they meet all the eligibility criteria. Once the petition is approved, the Department of State's National Visa Center will complete a background check on the fiancee. The file is sent to the appropriate US Consulate in the alien fiance's home country.
- The U.S. Consulate will contact the alien fiancee for required information and to set up an interview appointment. Meanwhile the alien fiancee will be required to complete medical examination. At the interview if all documentation and medical reports are found to be in order and the interview proceeds smoothly the alien fiancee will be granted a K1 visa.
CHILDREN OF ALIEN FIANCE(E) :
The unmarried minor children (i.e. those under the age of 21 years) of a K1 beneficiary derive "K2" non-immigrant visa status from the parent if they are named in the petition. A separate petition for the children is not required if such children accompany the alien fiancee parent or follow the alien fiancee parent to the US within one year from the date of issuance of the K1 visa.
HOW CAN WE HELP ?- Provide an estimate of costs involved (i.e. filing fees, attorney fees & costs);
- Provide a checklist of documents required for applying for the K1 visa;
- Prepare the petition (i.e. application) for K1 visa along with all necessary attachments & supplements;
- Submit the application to USCIS and co-ordinate until initial decision in the case is made by USCIS;
- Intimate you on receipt of approval of your petition(Attorney engagement ends at this point);
- Provide you a copy of all papers filed.
- As a courtesy, advise on preparing for the consulate interview;
- As a courtesy, advise on steps to be taken after arrival of the fiance in the US;