K-1 Fiance(e) of a U.S. Citizen
The K-1 visa allows the foreign citizen fiancé(e) of a citizen of the United States to enter the United States to marry the US citizen fiancée within 90 days of entry. After marrying the US citizen, the foreign national can apply for an adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident.
The foreign citizen fiancé(e) can obtain permanent residency only by marrying the US fiancé(e) petitioner. The marriage must take place within the 90-day period. If this does not happen, the foreign national fiancé(e) must return to the country of origin. The foreign citizen fiancé(e) cannot obtain permanent residency through adjustment of status by marrying a US citizen other than the US citizen fiancé(e) petitioner.
K-2 Child of a K-1
The minor children of a K-1 visa holder are eligible to receive K-2 visas to accompany the K-1 parent.
K-3 Spouse of a U.s. Citizen Awaiting Immigrant Visa Availability
The K-3 visa allows the foreign citizen spouse of a United States citizen to enter the United States and oursue the application to become a lawful permanent resident in the United States. The K-3 visa allows the spouses to be together within a shorter period of time.
K-4 Child of a K-3
Eligible children of K-3 visa holders may receive K-4 visas.
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