Canceling K-1 visa process -- applying for CR-1 in future

[garebear397 55]

So could be in a tricky situation soon. My fiance and I's K-1 visa process is going well, we have our interview lined up and everything. Unfortunately her Dad might be having some serious health concerns soon -- so I might end up moving to her country (Chile) instead and getting married (would be for several years). 

 

I just want to know anyone's thoughts and experiences with cancelling a K-1 visa process and then later down the road applying for the CR-1 (or other spouse visas). I especially want to know if it would hurt our spouse visa chances at all. 

 

Thanks! 

 

 

 

 

[s + j 71]

I have heard that it doesn't affect future applications. It'll probably be brought up so just be honest

[garebear397 55]

Just now, s + j said:

I have heard that it doesn't affect future applications. It'll probably be brought up so just be honest

Sure I would definitely assume they would ask about it. But I figured its as good of a reason as any. Its not like we broke up and then re-decided to get married. Thanks! 

[llaz 232]

Hello! I do not believe that canceling your K1 would hurt your chances at getting a spousal visa in the future.

My fiancee is also from Chile. Can I ask you a question off topic? Did the embassy send you the packet and interview date through email? I've heard interview dates are being scheduled for about a month out from the date that the embassy receives the case. We are hoping to get an interview asap, I've heard of some people calling and getting their interview bumped up to a closer date. 

Best of luck to you and your fiancee in Chile!

[garebear397 55]

14 hours ago, llaz said:

Hello! I do not believe that canceling your K1 would hurt your chances at getting a spousal visa in the future.

My fiancee is also from Chile. Can I ask you a question off topic? Did the embassy send you the packet and interview date through email? I've heard interview dates are being scheduled for about a month out from the date that the embassy receives the case. We are hoping to get an interview asap, I've heard of some people calling and getting their interview bumped up to a closer date. 

Best of luck to you and your fiancee in Chile!

Thanks! 

 

Yes I got the Packet 3 through email. I actually emailed the contact email on this page: https://cl.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/ when the NVC status checker said that our case was ready at the embassy. I emailed asking what our next steps would be (with case number etc.) and they emailed me back the package three and with an interview date. Yeah our interview date was 1.5 months from when they told us (July 14). I had not heard the thing about calling to get an earlier date -- honestly I didn't have much luck when I called the general phone line. I have had more luck with the email -- I have sent them questions and they have answered promptly (usually same day). But it doesn't hurt to try and call and/or email to see if you can get in earlier. 

 

Good luck!