K1, sexuality concern

[RedAndBelle2019 1]

Hi everyone. I apologize for the title, I just didn't know how else to word it out. 

My question/concern is, I am in a same sex relationship with my fiancé, and im not really sure if there might be any issues because of that with the entire process of the visa. I know in the USA same sex marriage is now legal, but where I am from, you can only register the same sex partnership and not get married. Not sure what I am trying to ask, but if anyone has a similar situation, maybe you can give some advice, or input on it? I'd appreciate it. Also I wish everyone lots of success with your visas

[Knome 245]

18 minutes ago, RedAndBelle2019 said:

Hi everyone. I apologize for the title, I just didn't know how else to word it out. 

My question/concern is, I am in a same sex relationship with my fiancé, and im not really sure if there might be any issues because of that with the entire process of the visa. I know in the USA same sex marriage is now legal, but where I am from, you can only register the same sex partnership and not get married. Not sure what I am trying to ask, but if anyone has a similar situation, maybe you can give some advice, or input on it? I'd appreciate it. Also I wish everyone lots of success with your visas

Hi,

we are same sex couple too, my fiance is from US and the country where I come from, even having same sex relationship was considered as a crime until oct 2018( thanks to God for new judgement which was passed this year and made same sex relationship legal but still we cant marry as marriage is still not legalized) 

we filed our K1 petition on march 19th this year and every thing went smoothly and we got our case approved on Nov 1st (i.e. NOA2), we are waiting for our NVC case no. now and then interview. It really doesn't matter if you are in same sex relationship or not as your country's US embassy will be following US protocols and rules ...there were few other same sex couple from my country who got approved before and there are many other same sex couples as well in here .

All i can say is dnt worry and prepare your I129 F petition in as detail as possible.

If you need any help or you have any questions...i wud be happy to help you out   Good luck!!

[Cyberfx1024 7,978]

1 hour ago, RedAndBelle2019 said:

Hi everyone. I apologize for the title, I just didn't know how else to word it out. 

My question/concern is, I am in a same sex relationship with my fiancé, and im not really sure if there might be any issues because of that with the entire process of the visa. I know in the USA same sex marriage is now legal, but where I am from, you can only register the same sex partnership and not get married. Not sure what I am trying to ask, but if anyone has a similar situation, maybe you can give some advice, or input on it? I'd appreciate it. Also I wish everyone lots of success with your visas

This is actually a pretty common question on here so don't worry at all. The COs at the embassy are well versed with local laws and customs. Just be honest and truthful at the embassy and you will be fine. It does not matter if it's illegal in your country because in the USA it is Legal and you will have no problems getting a Visa. 

 

 

What country are you from?

[Crazy Cat 39,335]

For a K-1, there is no issue.....The US consulates operate under US law regarding visas.  If, on the other hand, you opt for a CR-1 spousal visa, you must be legally married beforehand.......good luck.

[RedAndBelle2019 1]

1 hour ago, Cyberfx1024 said:

What country are you from?

I'm from Slovenia. 

And thank you for the answer.  We are going for the K1 visa

[Crazy Cat 39,335]

3 minutes ago, RedAndBelle2019 said:

I'm from Slovenia. 

And thank you for the answer.  We are going for the K1 visa

If you haven't applied yet, I would like to offer my analysis of K-1 vs CR-1.  Every couple has their own priorities, but everyone should make an informed decision.  Good luck in your journey.

K-1

More expensive than CR-1    
Requires Adjustment of Status after marriage (expensive and requires a lot of paperwork)    
Spouse can not leave the US until she/he receives approved Advance Parole (approx 5-6 months)    
Spouse can not work until she/he receives EAD (approx 5-6 months)    
Some people have had problems with driver licenses, Social Security cards, leases, bank account during this period    
Spouse will not receive Green Card for many months after Adjustment of Status is filed.

 

CR-1    
Less expensive than K-1    
No Adjustment of Status  (I-485, I-131, I-765) required.    
Spouse can immediately travel outside the US    
Spouse is authorized to work immediately upon arrival.    
Spouse receives Social Security Card and Green Card within 2 or 3 weeks after entering the US    
Opening a bank account, getting a driver's license, etc. are very easily accomplished with GC, SS card, and passport.
Spouse has legal permanent Resident status IMMEDIATELY upon entry to US. 

My Final Analysis:  If you can marry your fiance outside the US, CR-1 is a much, much better option