United Staes citizens with foreign national fiances can help them become U.S. citizens through K-1 visas. If you have a foreign national fiance, please continue reading and speak with our knowledgeable Nassau County immigration attorneys today to learn more about K-1 visas and how our firm can help you through the process ahead. Here are some of the questions you may have:
How do I know if I qualify for a K-1 visa?
If you are a U.S. citizen, you may petition for your foreign national fiance to become a U.S. citizen via the K-1 visa. However, you must first file a Form I-129F, prove that you plan on marrying your fiance within 90 days of his or her arrival, and that you have known your fiance for at least two years before the date of your filing.
What is the K-1 visa process like?
Since through the years, there have been various instances wherein people lie about their marriage to gain citizenship in the United States, there are various hurdles that you may have to jump through to obtain the K-1 visa. Because of this, you will have to prove the validity of your relationship via correspondences, photographs, and any other evidence you can provide that would indicate you are, in fact, in a legitimate relationship.
That being said, once your I-129F petition is approved, your fiance will most likely have to attend interviews, undergo a background check, take various medical exams, and more, before USCIS issues him or her a K-1 visa. Furthermore, if your fiance has ever been convicted of a certain serious crime, there is a very good chance he or she may be denied entry. You must ensure you attend all scheduled appointments, complete all the necessary applications timely, and more, throughout this process. If you do not, it may jeopardize your fiance’s ability to stay in the U.S. This is one of the reasons why you need an experienced Nassau County immigration attorney on your side.
As long as the K-1 visa is approved and your fiance comes to the U.S., you will have to get married within 90 days. Once you are married, your spouse can then file the adjustment of status application and eventually become a United States citizen. If you do not marry within 90 days, your fiance will have to leave the country, so you must ensure you do so timely.
Contact our experienced Nassau County firm
The Nassau County Immigration Law Group understands how complicated, and sometimes overwhelming the immigration process can be. Fortunately, our firm has helped individuals just like you earn their path to citizenship. If you are someone looking to become a U.S. citizen or need help with any other immigration-related matter, we are the firm for you. Simply contact the Nassau County Immigration Law Group to learn more about how we can help.