Salt Lake City K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa Lawyer

Helping You & Your Loved One in Utah

K-1 visas allow an immigrant to enter the United States with the purpose of marrying a U.S. citizen within 90 days of arrival. Once married, the K-1 recipient can submit an adjustment of status application to obtain a green card (lawful permanent residence). At Monument Immigration, we strive to help our clients with any application issues they have. Our K-1 fiancé(e) visa attorney in Salt Lake City is here to help. We also offer services from our offices in Las Vegas and Cottonwood Heights.

Call (801) 609-3659 or contact our K-1 fiancee visa attorney in Salt Lake City online to learn more.

Determining K-1 Eligibility

Why choose a fiancé(e) visa over a spouse visa? A fiancé(e) visa is faster and more efficient than consular processing once you are married. It also gives your spouse an opportunity to come to the United States before getting married, which in many cases is preferable.

What qualifies someone for a K-1 fiancé(e) visa?

• Be engaged to a U.S. citizen
• Never have resided unlawfully in the U.S.
• Have met their fiancé(e) at least once within the last two years
• Currently reside outside the United States

In addition, the K-1 applicant’s fiancé(e) must not have a criminal history involving sex crimes.

If you or your fiancé(e) don’t meet one or more of these requirements, it could still be possible to obtain a K-1 visa. However, your case should be evaluated by an immigration lawyer to give you the best chance at success. After submitting your application, the government usually takes about nine months to process your information.

How to Apply for a K-1 Visa

Here’s a detailed overview of the process:

• File Form I-129F: The U.S. citizen sponsor starts the process by filing Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e), with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This form establishes the relationship and intent to marry.
• USCIS Review: USCIS reviews the petition and supporting documents. If authorized, the petition is forwarded to the National Visa Center (NVC) for further processing.
• NVC Processing: The NVC assigns a case number and forwards the petition to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the foreign fiancé(e)’s country.
• Fiancé(e) Visa Interview: The foreign fiancé(e) attends a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. They must provide various documents, including a valid passport, birth certificate, police certificates, medical examination results, evidence of the relationship, and proof of financial support.
• Visa Issuance: If the visa is approved, the foreign fiancé(e) obtains a K-1 visa in their passport, allowing them to travel to the United States.
• Enter the U.S. and Marry: The foreign fiancé(e) must enter the U.S. within six months of the visa issuance. The couple will need to marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e)’s entry.
• Adjustment of Status: After marriage, the foreign partner can apply for adjustment of status by filing Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, to become a lawful permanent resident.