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Visas for Fiancés and Fiancées in Ohio

United States citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) can bring their spouses to the United States on immigrant visas, such as the IR-1 immediate-relative visa or the F2 family-preference visa, which make it possible for the spouse to obtain a green card and become a permanent resident. If you are engaged, however, then you will have to pursue a different option. The K-1 visa is used to make it possible for the fiancé or fiancée of a U.S. citizen to travel to the United States for the purpose of marrying within 90 days. As soon as you have married, your spouse can apply for adjustment of status in order to obtain LPR status and, eventually, citizenship. If your future spouse has children who are younger than 21 years of age and are not married, then they will most likely be eligible to immigrate with the K-2 visa.

Additional Types of K Visas

U.S. immigration law provides two additional visas in the K category, the K-3 and K-4 non-immigrant visas. They serve as a type of transitional visa, making it possible for U.S. citizens to reunite with their foreign spouses during the wait period for an immigrant visa. When an American citizen marries a foreign national, the couple will often have to wait a considerable period of time before the alien is awarded an immigrant visa and allowed to become a permanent resident. The K-3 visa permits the spouse to enter and remain in the U.S. without having to wait for the immigrant visa. The K-4 visa functions similarly to the K-2, allowing the eligible children of the immigrant spouse to accompany him or her to this country.

At Brown Immigration Law, we understand how important it is for you to be able to bring your fiancé or spouse to live with you in the United States and we will work diligently to help you do so with a minimum of delay and frustration. The complexities of U.S. family immigration law can be overwhelming, and it is in your best interest to work with an immigration lawyer in Ohio who can help you get timely results.

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Commonly Asked Questions

Can children accompany their parent to the U.S. on a K visa?

Yes, children of the K-1 visa holder can accompany their parent to the U.S. using the K-2 visa, provided they are under 21 years of age and not married. Similarly, children of a K-3 visa holder can enter the U.S. with a K-4 visa. These visas allow children to live in the United States with their parent while the parent's immigration process is underway.

How can Brown Immigration Law assist with marriage immigration in Cleveland?

Brown Immigration Law can assist with marriage immigration in Cleveland by navigating the complexities of U.S. family immigration law on behalf of clients. They provide guidance and support throughout the visa application process, aiming to minimize delays and frustration. Their goal is to help clients bring their fiancé or spouse to the U.S. as efficiently as possible.

What steps must be taken after marrying on a K-1 visa in the United States?

After marrying on a K-1 visa in the United States, the next step is for the foreign spouse to apply for an adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident (LPR). This involves filing Form I-485 with USCIS and providing necessary documentation to prove the marriage's validity and the couple's intent to establish a life together in the U.S. The process includes interviews and potentially additional background checks before LPR status is granted.

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