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MommyKoalaBear   0

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My fiance and I were approved for our K1 Visa in December of this year and I must use it by June or it is no longer valid. I am a Canadian citizen and he is American. The only reason I haven't moved to him yet, is I was planning to stay here in Canada as long as possible to save as much money as possible towards our wedding. But I recently had a close family member pass away and had to use most of my savings towards paying off a remaining debt they had. Now I'm almost back at square 1, financially, and would like a little more time to save some money so we're not struggling once I move. Has anyone requested such an extension or does anyone know if it's possible? I'd appreciate any help anyone has to give. Thank you so much!

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Angela M. Rising Star

Angela M.   2

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I'm sorry to hear about your loss :(

In regards to your question, I believe you cannot get an extension on your visa. Once the 6 months are up that is it.

(If this is incorrect please correct me)

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payxibka   10,044

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My fiance and I were approved for our K1 Visa in December of this year and I must use it by June or it is no longer valid. I am a Canadian citizen and he is American. The only reason I haven't moved to him yet, is I was planning to stay here in Canada as long as possible to save as much money as possible towards our wedding. But I recently had a close family member pass away and had to use most of my savings towards paying off a remaining debt they had. Now I'm almost back at square 1, financially, and would like a little more time to save some money so we're not struggling once I move. Has anyone requested such an extension or does anyone know if it's possible? I'd appreciate any help anyone has to give. Thank you so much!

It is up to the discretion of the consulate, so you only need to ask them, they may indeed help you

YMMV

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If you go outside of the 6 months, you will have to obtain a new visa.

You should just get married. One cannot always start married life in a perfect financial position, especially when immigration issues surround relationship. You might save up the money and another emergency come along. This is life, and at this point, and after your previous months of waiting, then why not get married, if its just a small thing, you can have big wedding later.

Marriage is more than a day but for a lifetime.

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My fiance and I were approved for our K1 Visa in December of this year and I must use it by June or it is no longer valid. I am a Canadian citizen and he is American. The only reason I haven't moved to him yet, is I was planning to stay here in Canada as long as possible to save as much money as possible towards our wedding. But I recently had a close family member pass away and had to use most of my savings towards paying off a remaining debt they had. Now I'm almost back at square 1, financially, and would like a little more time to save some money so we're not struggling once I move. Has anyone requested such an extension or does anyone know if it's possible? I'd appreciate any help anyone has to give. Thank you so much!

Email the Embassy and ask.

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pushbrk   12,106

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My fiance and I were approved for our K1 Visa in December of this year and I must use it by June or it is no longer valid. I am a Canadian citizen and he is American. The only reason I haven't moved to him yet, is I was planning to stay here in Canada as long as possible to save as much money as possible towards our wedding. But I recently had a close family member pass away and had to use most of my savings towards paying off a remaining debt they had. Now I'm almost back at square 1, financially, and would like a little more time to save some money so we're not struggling once I move. Has anyone requested such an extension or does anyone know if it's possible? I'd appreciate any help anyone has to give. Thank you so much!

They won't extend the visa. If they do anything, they will reissue it. You can ask. The worst they can do is say no. Don't hold your breath on this.

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