K1 Visa income requirement

[Purigorotta8 3]

I've been researching the K1 process a lot recently as I want to petition for my fiancé very soon. I meet basic requirements; a U.S. Citizen, not married, met each other, no criminal history.... And I'm not worried too much about income but rather how I will present in the petition. I haven't filed income tax for the past two years because I didn't work, I was a full time nursing student and completing externship. I've completed my schooling (no debt) and was recently hired at a hospital few weeks ago. That being said, I've very recently started to have income again that's projected around $55k to $60k annual earning. I'm a bit confused about how to present this. I have a comfortable amount in my checking and savings, will that suffice for financial requirement?

 

On another quick note, I intend to submit my I-129F form soon. I've read the checklist on VJ but I'm asking for reassurance; In regards to evidence of meeting each other such as boarding passes, hotel receipts, photos together, messenger conversations, are these to be included in the I-129F envelope or after I received the NOA2?  Thanks

[powerpuff 6,753]

You do not need to submit any documents pertaining to your financial situation with I-129F. You need to do that when your fiancé has an interview at the consulate at the end of the K-1 process.

You have to include evidence of meeting in the past 2 years WITH the I-129F petition. Otherwise you won’t get NOA2.

 

Please read the guides here on VJ very carefully. Read it a few times. It is a very clear document. It says very clearly what your fiancé will need to present at the consulate to show your (petitioner’s) income in the section “What to send to your fiance once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2)”.

 

 

Edited February 27, 2021 by powerpuff

[Purigorotta8 3]

7 minutes ago, powerpuff said:

You do not need to submit any documents pertaining to your financial situation with I-129F. You need to do that when your fiancé has an interview at the consulate at the end of the K-1 process.

You have to include evidence of meeting in the past 2 years WITH the I-129F petition. Otherwise you won’t get NOA2.

 

Please read the guides here on VJ very carefully. Read it a few times. It is a very clear document. It says very clearly what your fiancé will need to present at the consulate to show your (petitioner’s) income in the section “What to send to your fiance once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2)”.

 

 

My concern is, what if I haven't yet accrued the $21,000 minimum income threshold by the time NOA2 comes? I suppose co-sponsor from a sibling is an option, but I'd rather do this completely myself.

[powerpuff 6,753]

8 minutes ago, Purigorotta8 said:

My concern is, what if I haven't yet accrued the $21,000 minimum income threshold by the time NOA2 comes? I suppose co-sponsor from a sibling is an option, but I'd rather do this completely myself.

That is something you will have to face later in the process. Why worry about something that is in a distant future and that you have no control over right now while filing the petition? I understand you do not want to use a co-sponsor but when push comes to shove, you won’t really have a choice right? 
 

On a side note, if finances are of concern, a spousal visa (CR-1/IR-1) is a cheaper option than K-1. Don’t forget that after your fiancé comes to the US, the adjustment of status application will come out to about $1200 not including the biometrics fee. And you will again need to show that your income is sufficient. 
 

 

Edited February 27, 2021 by powerpuff

[Purigorotta8 3]

59 minutes ago, powerpuff said:

That is something you will have to face later in the process. Why worry about something that is in a distant future and that you have no control over right now while filing the petition? I understand you do not want to use a co-sponsor but when push comes to shove, you won’t really have a choice right? 
 

On a side note, if finances are of concern, a spousal visa (CR-1/IR-1) is a cheaper option than K-1. Don’t forget that after your fiancé comes to the US, the adjustment of status application will come out to about $1200 not including the biometrics fee. And you will again need to show that your income is sufficient. 
 

 

Finances isn't a big concern, I can deal with the proof of income in due time. I believe the CR-1/IR-1 process is longer, plus we have to already be married. Vietnam is completely closed off to non-citizens, so I can't even propose in person like intended. Since we're not married yet, the K1 fiance visa is the best option to get my girlfriend/fiance here to the US with me.

[Crazy Cat 44,594]

2 hours ago, Purigorotta8 said:

Finances isn't a big concern, I can deal with the proof of income in due time. I believe the CR-1/IR-1 process is longer, plus we have to already be married. Vietnam is completely closed off to non-citizens, so I can't even propose in person like intended. Since we're not married yet, the K1 fiance visa is the best option to get my girlfriend/fiance here to the US with me.

When the proper time comes, your CURRENT annual income will be king.....not past tax returns.  You can calculate your CURRENT annual income as follows:

CURRENT pay period income X number of pay periods per year = CURRENT annual income.

Example:  If your CURRENT  (most recent) monthly gross income is $5,000, your current annual income would be $5,000 X 12 = $60,000.

 

[SalishSea 18,467]

9 hours ago, Purigorotta8 said:

I've been researching the K1 process a lot recently as I want to petition for my fiancé very soon. I meet basic requirements; a U.S. Citizen, not married, met each other, no criminal history.... And I'm not worried too much about income but rather how I will present in the petition. I haven't filed income tax for the past two years because I didn't work, I was a full time nursing student and completing externship. I've completed my schooling (no debt) and was recently hired at a hospital few weeks ago. That being said, I've very recently started to have income again that's projected around $55k to $60k annual earning. I'm a bit confused about how to present this. I have a comfortable amount in my checking and savings, will that suffice for financial requirement?

 

On another quick note, I intend to submit my I-129F form soon. I've read the checklist on VJ but I'm asking for reassurance; In regards to evidence of meeting each other such as boarding passes, hotel receipts, photos together, messenger conversations, are these to be included in the I-129F envelope or after I received the NOA2?  Thanks   Please educate yourself prior to submitting the petition.  It is clear you need to do further reading and research.  I suggest you look at the USCIS instructions/checklist that accompanies the I-129F.

 

[S&L2020 3]

9 hours ago, Purigorotta8 said:

I've been researching the K1 process a lot recently as I want to petition for my fiancé very soon. I meet basic requirements; a U.S. Citizen, not married, met each other, no criminal history.... And I'm not worried too much about income but rather how I will present in the petition. I haven't filed income tax for the past two years because I didn't work, I was a full time nursing student and completing externship. I've completed my schooling (no debt) and was recently hired at a hospital few weeks ago. That being said, I've very recently started to have income again that's projected around $55k to $60k annual earning. I'm a bit confused about how to present this. I have a comfortable amount in my checking and savings, will that suffice for financial requirement?

 

On another quick note, I intend to submit my I-129F form soon. I've read the checklist on VJ but I'm asking for reassurance; In regards to evidence of meeting each other such as boarding passes, hotel receipts, photos together, messenger conversations, are these to be included in the I-129F envelope or after I received the NOA2?  Thanks

During the K1 process I do not believe that is going to be a huge concern because there aren't many questions pertaining to your finances. The only question that comes to mine is you agreeing to be financially responsible for your beneficiary. The finances will become a bigger question once they are in the states and you apply for I-485 AOS (adjust of status) and complete the I-864 (Affidavit of Support) and by that time you should be good based off of what you stated. Just my thoughts on the matter.

Edited February 27, 2021 by S&L2020

[laylalex 7,301]

9 hours ago, Purigorotta8 said:

My concern is, what if I haven't yet accrued the $21,000 minimum income threshold by the time NOA2 comes? I suppose co-sponsor from a sibling is an option, but I'd rather do this completely myself.

It doesn't matter whether or not you have earned $21k by the time your NOA2 comes. It is, as others have pointed out above, how much your annual income is. If you are hired for a job where your annual income is $60k, that's what's relevant, not whether you have made $21k yet in the year. Imagine a hypothetical situation where a person graduates from college and walks right into a job at an investment bank earning $100k a year. After a couple of months, they haven't made close to $21k (gross), but they have a great job and are financially secure. Why would their fiance be turned down at interview?

Edited February 27, 2021 by laylalex
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