Bringing Your Fiancee to the US

Bringing your fiancé or fiancée to the United States

The K-1 nonimmigrant visa permits an eligible foreign fiancé or fiancée of a US citizen to travel to the United States to marry that citizen within 90 days after arrival. The process generally begins with the US citizen filing Form I-129F. Petition approval is followed by the applicable visa application and screening process.

Marriage does not automatically grant permanent residence or citizenship. After marrying the petitioner, the foreign spouse generally must apply for adjustment of status and satisfy the applicable requirements. Work authorization and travel outside the United States require separate consideration.

Before choosing between a fiancé visa and another family-based route, review eligibility, prior immigration history and practical circumstances. Attorney Ned Ogueri can explain potential options and the documents needed for an individual assessment. No approval or processing time can be guaranteed.