Cost involved for UK to US K-1

[rhiana 0]

Hi Everyone,

My boyfriend is in the U.K. and we were planning that I would start the K-1 process for him to come to the states so we could get married, but he's wondering how much it will cost on his end for physical exams, backround checks etc. Does anyone have any idea how much he should set aside for the expenses?

Thanks in advance,

Rhiana

[Gingerpants 8]

I-129f Petition fee = $455

Medical Exam Fee = $350 (200 pounds)

Consulate interview fee = $350

(This is just for the K-1, once you're married you'll need to adjust status which will also cost money.)

Edited August 26, 2010 by Gingerpants

[Tracy67 1]

Also, the Police Certificate is 35 Pounds for the regular 7 - 10 day service - more for a faster delivery. If there are any Court Records, those are about 60 Pounds each to get certified copies... Oh, and don't forget the courier service for the Visa -- can't remember exactly on that, but it's listed on the Embassy website.

Good Luck!

[Y&E 12]

Including visits to see each other, moving costs and AOS we'll have spent about £10,000 once this is finished.

[Anh map 2,098]

Here is a list of fees for a K1 from petition filing through Removal of conditions (as of mid May 2010). They are spread out over 2.5 - 3 years.

K1 Fiance(e) Visa

K1 US Government Filing and Visa Fees

When Paid Agency and Purpose

Amount

Month 1 *Dept. of Homeland Security, USCIS - Petition Filing Fee $455.00

Month 3-6 Dept. of State Visa Application Fee (paid abroad) $350.00

Month 6-12 Dept. of Homeland Security, USCIS - Adjust Status Fee $1,010.00

Month 27-32 Homeland Security, USCIS - Removal of Conditions Fee $545.00

Total Immigration Fees To Permanent Resident Status $2,360.00

They don't include the medical exam, postage/shipping, or travel.

Edited August 27, 2010 by Anh map

[rhiana 0]

Thanks Everyone!

That doesn't sound too bad... although free would be much better -lol.

Rhiana