How long is the validity of the K-1 Visa?

The K-1 Visa will be in effect for ninety (90) days upon your fiance/e’s arrival in the United States, during which you will have to get married or he/ she will have to go back to the Philippines after the validity period of the visa has expired.

If I am divorced, can I still file for a K1 Visa application?

You will still be able to apply for a K-1 visa even if you are divorced as long as you are able to present a copy of your divorce certificate along with other evidence supporting the fact that you are legally able to marry.

Once my fiancé/e is in the United States, would he/ she be able to work?

Your Filipino fiancé/e will only be able to work legally in the USA once he/ she has already applied for a Work Permit through the I-765 form.

I already married my wife in the Philippines. Can we still apply for the K-1 Visa?

You are not eligible to apply for a K-1 Visa anymore but you must file an application for the K-3 Spouse Visa, which would take around 6-8 months to process.

I am a lawful permanent resident of the USA. Can I apply a K-1 Visa for my fiancée?

Only citizens of the United States of America are eligible to file a petition for the K-1 Visa.

Can my fiancée leave the USA during the 90-day validity of the K-1 Visa?

Your fiancée cannot leave the USA until after you get married, and until you apply for an adjustment of status, which is the first step towards becoming a lawful permanent resident of the United States. However, if you wish to leave the country after getting married, you need to apply for advanced parole which may take around 90 days before it can be obtained.

2009 POVERTY GUIDELINES FOR IMMIGRANT VISA PROCESSING (125% of Poverty Line)