Can I apply for both K3 and CR1?

[ikaruga 1]

Hi all. We just got married and our plans were to apply for the CR1 visa.

However, my brother-in-law tells me that we should apply for both the K3 and CR1 visa -- whichever comes first. This sounds like an interesting option but can I do this?

If so, how much more money will I spend if I apply for the K3 as well?

[pushbrk 13,636]

Hi all. We just got married and our plans were to apply for the CR1 visa.

However, my brother-in-law tells me that we should apply for both the K3 and CR1 visa -- whichever comes first. This sounds like an interesting option but can I do this?

If so, how much more money will I spend if I apply for the K3 as well?

Until October 2006 filing both and taking the winner was standard procedure. However, since the processing procedures changed in October, 2006, USCIS approves both petitions the same day. This makes the K3 all but obsolete. Yes, really.

[sunshine77 0]

After applying for the CR1 first, (petition I 130). You can then apply for the k3 (I 129f). Use your NOA1 from the CR1 and send in the K3 petition to the service center where the cr1 is pending. The K3 has no other fees if you applied for the cr1. USCIS will automatically waive the K3 fees.

go for the CR1 if they approve both at the same time. saves alot of money down the road when thinking about adjusting status with K3.

good luck on your journey.