wolfgirl07

Thank you very much for the reply! I'm confused how long you need to be married for before you can file a DCF (as we currently are not married).

It feels like there is a bit less info on the DCF, which I suppose is making me a bit more nervous about it!

Good to know the USC can move back before it is completely processed.

I need to be back in the states by July, so we have some time but not loads.

Hi all,

Thank you in advance very much for your help!

I am an American citizen who has lived and been employed in the UK for the past 3 years (I have a UK passport in addition to my US passport). I am returning back to America this summer. My fiance and I are unsure what is the best visa to get. Should we

1. Get married in the UK in January and then file for DCF (how quick is this in London? I have tried ringing the embassy to get guidance on how long you need to be married before filing, but cannot get through to anyone)

or

2. File for a K1 visa, and get married in the US?

I don't want to risk getting married in the UK and have the DCF not work, and then being unable to file for a K1, and have my fiance stuck in the UK for ages while we try and get a K3.

Any guidance is hugely appreciated - I'm finding this all quite overwhelming!