What is the difference between a K1 and K2 visa?
The K-1 visa is also known as the fiancé visa and is awarded to those who are entering the U.S. to legally marry a U.S. citizen. The K-2 visa is for children of the K-1 visa holders who wish to accompany their parent to the United States.
How much is K2 visa fee?
The K-2 has several costs attached to it including: The I-129F filing fee of $535. A possible biometrics fee of $85. A possible fee from the embassy of $265.
Is it better to get a K1 or K3 visa?
K1 Fiance Visas are generally preferred (over the Marriage Visa and K3 Marriage Visa) as the visa of choice for engaged international couples as they are considered the easiest, quickest, and least expensive route.
How long does K1 visa interview take?
10 to 30 minutes
The K1 fiancé visa interview lasts anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes on an average. The interview may take place in a separate room, if space permits, or at a window.
How long does a K2 visa take?
around 4 to 6 months
It usually takes around 4 to 6 months for the US Embassy to process K2 visa. The validity of a K2 visa is 90 days within which the applicant must file a petition for immigration (permanent resident status). K2 visa holders are allowed to go for studies as well as gain lawful employment in the United States.
What happens after the K-1 visa is approved?
Once requirements are met and the K-1 visa is approved, the sponsored fiancé is given a total of six months from the date of approval of the initial I-129F form to travel to the United States. Upon arrival, the couple must get married within 90 days, or the sponsored fiancé will lose their K-1 status.
How should I dress for a K-1 visa interview?
Review your I-129F packet and your I-134 because they’re most important. Dress appropriately. Be presentable – There is no dress code. You’re free to dress casually.
What should I bring to K1 visa interview?
K-1 Visa Interview Checklist: What to Take to Your Interview DS-160 Confirmation. Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé. Form I-797, Notice of Action (petition approval notice) A photocopy of the USCIS letter than approved the I-129F petition. Valid passport. Medical Examination. Form I-134, Affidavit of Support. Passport-style photos. Birth certificate. Divorce or death certificate of any previous spouse.
Is it mandatory to get engaged for K1 visa?
You must be officially engaged to a US citizen before you can file for the I-129F petition (and K1 visa down the road). Here’s the good news… no ceremony or engagement ring is required. All that needs to be done is have a talk about getting engaged and then consider yourself engaged!
How many K1 visas can I apply for?
In general, it is best to only apply for one K1 visa. Not only will you have found last love and a lasting relationship, U.S. immigration officials can be suspicious of people who apply for more than one K1 visa. However, it is possible to apply for multiple K1 visas.
Can you get married without a K1 visa?
The short answer is yes, you can come here and get married without needing a K1. The long answer, you say you need to return to the UK after marriage, but then will come to the US shortly after. There is no shortly after in immigration.