K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa Help — Petition, Evidence & Interview Prep
Overview
The K-1 visa lets the fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen enter the United States to marry within 90 days and then apply for a green card (adjustment of status). The U.S. citizen files Form I-129F to begin. K-1 cases turn on proving a genuine relationship and that both partners are free to marry. Genius Getaway supports the petition, the relationship evidence, and the consular interview stage.
Who Qualifies
- The petitioner is a U.S. citizen (permanent residents cannot file a K-1; they use the spousal route instead).
- Both partners are legally free to marry.
- You genuinely intend to marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e) entering the U.S.
- You have generally met in person within the last two years (a waiver may be available for extreme hardship or established custom).
Documents We Help Prepare
- Form I-129F
- Proof of the petitioner's U.S. citizenship
- Evidence of a genuine relationship (photos, communication history, travel records, proof you met)
- Proof both parties are free to marry (divorce or death certificates for any prior marriages)
- Passports and the beneficiary's DS-160
- Required medical examination
- Police certificates
- Affidavit of financial support (Form I-134) and the petitioner's financial evidence
Step-by-Step Process
- 1
Petitioner files Form I-129F with relationship evidence
- 2
USCIS approves the petition
- 3
Case moves through the National Visa Center to the U.S. embassy
- 4
Beneficiary completes the DS-160, medical exam, and consular interview
- 5
K-1 visa issued; the fiancé(e) enters the U.S.
- 6
Marry within 90 days, then file Form I-485 to adjust status to a green card
Timelines & Fees
K-1 timelines span multiple stages (USCIS, then consular) and commonly run from several months to over a year depending on workloads. Government fees apply at more than one stage. After marriage, adjustment of status is a separate process we can guide. Government filing and visa fees are set by USCIS and the U.S. Department of State and change periodically — confirm current amounts at uscis.gov and travel.state.gov. Our service fee is separate and quoted upfront before you begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
K-1 fiancé visa or CR-1 spouse visa — which is better?
If you're not yet married, K-1 brings your partner sooner but requires a separate, paid adjustment-of-status step after marriage. If you marry first, the CR-1 arrives as a green card. We help you compare timing and cost for your situation.
What if we haven't met in person?
The rule generally requires meeting within the last two years. Waivers exist for extreme hardship or where in-person meeting violates long-standing custom, but they must be documented carefully.
Can my fiancé(e)'s children come too?
Yes — unmarried children under 21 can typically accompany on K-2 visas. We include them in the petition.
What happens after we marry?
You file Form I-485 to adjust status to a green card. The K-1 holder can also apply for work authorization during that process.
Can the fiancé(e) work after arriving?
They can apply for work authorization, though many wait to file it together with the adjustment-of-status package.
What if we don't marry within 90 days?
The K-1 status cannot be extended and the visitor is expected to depart. It's important to plan the timeline realistically before filing.
Ready to Get Started?
Book a consultation and let Genius Getaway prepare your I-129F petition, relationship evidence, and interview preparation to bring your fiancé(e) to the U.S.
Important Disclaimer
- We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with USCIS or the U.S. Department of State.
- We do not guarantee visa approval — all decisions are made solely by the relevant government authorities.
- We provide document preparation, review, and application support only, and do not provide legal advice.