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Although they still take over a year to process, fianc\u00e9 visas are a quicker way than the green card process for a fianc\u00e9 of a United States citizen to facilitate their immigration to the United States faster and obtain a work permit while living with their spouse in the United States while they await their green card processing. The fianc\u00e9 visa first requires that the United States citizen and their foreign fianc\u00e9 have the intention to marry and they must agree to do so within ninety days of the foreign fianc\u00e9 entering the United States on the fianc\u00e9 visa. There is also a requirement that they have physically met within two years of filing the application and as with any family sponsorship it is important to document the genuine and bona fide nature of the relationship through photographs, affidavits from friends and family, as well as all evidence of correspondence.<\/p>\n
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Although times vary through United States Citizenship and Immigration Services as well as the Consulates which conduct visa interviews, a fianc\u00e9 visa is generally quicker than applying for a green card through a spouse from abroad.<\/p>\n
Once inside the United States the fianc\u00e9 is required to file an adjustment of status application to a green card and initiate the process of becoming a permanent resident within ninety days. Proof of the marriage will be required at that time.<\/p>\n
Specific requirements include:<\/p>\n
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The visa interview takes place at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate in the sponsored fianc\u00e9\u2019s home country, usually about 2-3 months after the embassy\u2019s initial notice to the beneficiary. The interviewing officer will typically make a decision on the case either the same day of the interview or shortly afterward. If they need additional evidence, they will request that it be submitted directly to the U.S. consulate.<\/p>\n
Once requirements are met and the K-1 visa is approved, the sponsored fianc\u00e9 is given a total of six months from the date of approval of the initial I-129F form to travel to the United States. Upon arrival, the couple must get married within 90 days, or the sponsored fianc\u00e9 will lose their K-1 status. If the couple decides not to get married, the sponsored partner will not be eligible to remain in the United States and is required to leave the country.<\/p>\n
You will need to apply for work authorization by filing Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization) before you can work. Like the K-1 visa, this employment authorization is only valid for 90 days, starting from the day you arrived in the United States. If you choose to apply for permanent residency after you arrive, and file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status), you can include Form I-765 with your application. This would grant you work authorization for one year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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The firm was extremely helpful in all aspects. Definitely appreciated having experts guiding me and handling the application with all of the important details to get a successful result. Thanks again!<\/p>\n
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