Lewisgirl

8 minutes ago, Pitaya (火龙果) said:

It's not complicated, you can do it yourself. This site is full of folks, like ourselves, that have successfully done it without the need for an attorney. That being said, if you case has any, any types of irregularities or complications, consider lawyering up.  Yes, some embassies/consulates are tougher than others. One big key to success, is to be sure to read and heed the reviews, comments, questions, ideas, advice of others that have, or are going through the same embassy/consulate. The more research the better. Use the VJ Guides, and all of the  other readily available information, there is a lot of it.  It was formulated by folks before you that have successfully walked the same immigration path that you are contemplating starting upon. Look, read, research, then ask questions as needed. 

 

Good luck on your immigration journey. 

Thanks alot

1 minute ago, JFH said:

Your children were born in the US? I assume all associated medical costs have been paid by you? That’s very important and must be done before you plan any immigration.

Yes my 3 kids were born in the US. Yes all associated medical costs were paid and I have all the receipts to show. I renewed my B1/B2 Visa 7months ago and was invited for an interview where all my receipts were checked to confirm i paid for all associated medical cost.

4 minutes ago, USS_Voyager said:

Yes, you’re gonna need to spend a lot of time physically together before you file. Nigeria is a very tough Embassy

Ok thank you

1 minute ago, Roel said:

My advice if you're from Nigeria and planning on filling for k1 after 1 meeting... dont so it. Spend more time together in person, do few meetings, then file. 

Ok thanks alot

Just now, Roel said:

So you haven't met each other yet? Hm. 

 

Well you can file as soon as you want after you meet. 

No we haven't though we met (not physically) about 12 years ago and have been communicating. But there was a pause in communication after I got married 2013 and I also now have 3 US born kids. Divorced last year and we started communicating again this year. Going to see him next month

Is it advisable or compulsory for the petitioner (US citizen) to engage the service of an immigration lawyer to help with the process of the K-1 visa?

I and my fiance have not seen each other but I will be travelling to the US in July with my B1/B2 Visa to see him. How soon after the visit can the petition be filed?