Can married couples file K1 visa?

[geowrian 22,335]

"Nonimmigrant Visa for a Fianc(é)e" seems to pretty clearly answer the question.

[payxibka 10,044]

For Lagos,  spousal Visa had a greater chance of success 

[nastra30 1,967]

3 minutes ago, Arewa said:

Yeah, i know 😊, about the time everyone in love wants to be with their fiance/ spouse, but we can never beat the system, we just do whatever is right at the right time.  Thank you 😘

You have the right attitude because you are doing your homework. Wish you all best plus enjoy your marriage to fullest regardless of time you'll spend apart frequently.

Edited April 4, 2019 by nastra30

[Arewa 146]

Just now, millefleur said:

You can only pursue a CR-1 at this point. The spousal visa takes longer but in many ways it is the better visa. No hassle with adjusting status, can work/travel as soon as you enter the US (this also saves money on further filing fees), so it's not all doom and gloom. You will have to wait longer but it'll be worth it...so try to focus on the positives.

We have been waiting 12 to 15 months isn't bad, like you said i will be positive minded.  😘

[millefleur 5,034]

**Moved from K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures to  IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures; OP is already married therefore only qualifies to file for the spousal visa**

Edited April 4, 2019 by millefleur

[Arewa 146]

3 minutes ago, payxibka said:

For Lagos,  spousal Visa had a greater chance of success 

That's great

[Arewa 146]

3 minutes ago, nastra30 said:

You have the right attitude because you are doing your homework. Wish you all best plus enjoy your marriage to fullest regardless of time you'll spend apart frequently.

Thank you darling😘 will share my testimony someday soon. 🙏

[nastra30 1,967]

4 minutes ago, Arewa said:

We have been waiting 12 to 15 months isn't bad, like you said i will be positive minded.  😘

Awesome; my spouse has her interview this month making it 13 months total for us. But we traveled to 3 countries together and I visited her at home 2 times. So stay optimistic. The end will justify the means. 

Edited April 4, 2019 by nastra30

[Arewa 146]

Just now, nastra30 said:

Awesome; my spouse has her interview this month making it 13 months total for us. But we traveled to 3 countries together and I visited her at home 2 times. So stay optimistic.

Awwwwww, all the best to her. Happy for you guys... we will just do more of traveling too,  so to while away time and it doesn't look like forever.  Thank you for your time. 

[carmel34 3,507]

Even if you had asked your question about which visa to apply for before you got married, when a K-1 was still an option, most would have recommended that you get married first, then apply for a CR-1 spousal visa anyway.  There's lots of misinformation out there about the K-1 being "faster," but these myths are based on stories from many, many years ago when K-1 was quick.  Nowadays it is taking nearly as long for K-1 as for CR-1 (a year or more), then when you add on to the K-1 journey the additional weeks or months to get married, get a marriage certificate, apply for AOS/EAD/AP, not able to work or leave the country for 6 months, and the higher cost, it is rare to see anyone recommend K-1.   You don't have the choice now and in the end it will be the better result anyway.  So count yourself lucky and congratulations on your recent marriage!

[Arewa 146]

13 minutes ago, carmel34 said:

Even if you had asked your question about which visa to apply for before you got married, when a K-1 was still an option, most would have recommended that you get married first, then apply for a CR-1 spousal visa anyway.  There's lots of misinformation out there about the K-1 being "faster," but these myths are based on stories from many, many years ago when K-1 was quick.  Nowadays it is taking nearly as long for K-1 as for CR-1 (a year or more), then when you add on to the K-1 journey the additional weeks or months to get married, get a marriage certificate, apply for AOS/EAD/AP, not able to work or leave the country for 6 months, and the higher cost, it is rare to see anyone recommend K-1.   You don't have the choice now and in the end it will be the better result anyway.  So count yourself lucky and congratulations on your recent marriage!

This is so helpful.  I appreciate it.  💓

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@Arewa

 

I want to Welcome you to the forum and to personally say thank you for being receptive and respectful to both the valued members of the forum and our country's immigration policies.

 

To be honest, your first post was a little concerning, but it became apparent that you simply were not fully aware of the K1 process and its requirements. So many times we have seen people ask question that seem to circumvent immigration rules. We are often unsure if the person is coming here with their questions to see if they can get away with what they are planning, or simply confused of the process. And then there are the few who seem to go through the process fraudulently with complete selfishness and disregard to our country's laws. It is refreshing to have someone like you to respect and accept the process and appreciate the help that the others on this site has taken the time to offer.

 

This will be a long journey, no doubt. The majority of us here have endured it so we are here to help guide you. The journey will be long and hard and will try you at times. We have all sung the song of wanting to be with their loved one(s). Although it may seem that you still have a long way to go, if your replies to this thread are any indication of your personality .... you will be just fine.

 

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13 hours ago, Arewa said:

Lol.... i know right... just wanted to be sure, heard/read about people who were married and successful went through the process.  Don't want to be mislead that's why. Thank you for the light

People successfully rob banks. Doesn’t mean it’s legal. 

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14 hours ago, Arewa said:

Myself and my newly husband (U.S citizen ) just did our traditional and court marriage here in Nigeria.  But we want a quick process (K 1 visa) . My question is : he can file a K1 visa right, doesn't necessarily mean it's just for finances?  Thanks 

Good Luck in your journey. It’s a long one!