Eligibility for K-1 Fiance(e) visas

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What Must I Do To Be Eligible For a K-1 Visa?


  • You must intend to marry in the US within 90 days of arrival

  • One spouse must currently be a US citizen; a permanent resident is not eligible to bring a fiance to the US on a K-1 fiance(e) visa.
    • US citizenship is determined by birth in the US, by naturalization, or by deriving citizenship by being the child of a US citizen parent, born outside the US.

  • You must have met your fiance(e) in person within the last two years
    • An exception to this rule is provided in the situation where the customs of one or both of the parties do not allow personal meetings prior to marriage. Proof of these customs or practices must be provided

  • You must be legally able to marry:
    • This means that you have never been married before or that if you have been married before that you are legally divorced, that your previous marriage has been legally annulled or that your previous spouse is deceased.
      • Current Federal law does not currently recognize same sex marriage.
    • We would be happy to discuss your particular situation with you in a free conference call.  For a direct line to an experienced visa attorney please call Toll Free to 866-585-5843