How long to receive K-1 after consulate interview?

[lasiyo 14]

My fiancee has interview at the consulate in Paris on April 24th, and we're trying to figure out flight plans for her to come. We've seen some different answers from 7 days to a month to receive the K-1 Visa. I understand it depends on a lot of factors, but we're looking to book a changeable flight on May 11th. Is that soon? Whats the average time to receive the K-1 Visa after the interview?

[Dashinka 23,274]

Always advised to not book anything until the visa is in hand.

 

Good Luck!

[Thunderbolt 162]

I also wouldn't recommend booking anything before the visa is issued. What if they need some document which was accidentally lost or forgotten? 

[NorthByNorthwest 216]

2 hours ago, lasiyo said:

My fiancee has interview at the consulate in Paris on April 24th, and we're trying to figure out flight plans for her to come. We've seen some different answers from 7 days to a month to receive the K-1 Visa. I understand it depends on a lot of factors, but we're looking to book a changeable flight on May 11th. Is that soon? Whats the average time to receive the K-1 Visa after the interview?

 

Everyone has different circumstances - if everything is in order she could have the visa the next day or weeks later if something is missing.

Keep in mind that changeable tickets might not charge you a fee for changing, but you would still be on the hook for fare differences. If that's not of any concern, by all means go ahead and book a ticket, if not waiting until she has the visa in hand is obviously the safe option.

[Tomjenny 0]

I booked refundable tickets for different dates. As the dates get close, I cancel that ticket. Cheaper to book in advance. Always buy refundable tickets doing this.