The petitioner is a U.S. citizen. The parties are legally married for 2 years or more. U.S. citizen and foreign spouse have a bona-fide marital relationship. U.S. citizen can demonstrate ability to financially support foreign spouse. Foreign spouse has not committed certain crimes.
Fiance Visa
What if a fiancé(e) entered the United States on a visa waiver?
If the fiancé(e) is currently in the United States and entered on a visa waiver, it is possible that they could remain and file an application to adjust status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). A review of the facts of the fiancé(e)’s specific situation is required to make… Read More
What if a fiancé(e) entered the United States on a visa waiver and overstayed?
If the fiancé(e) is currently in the United States and entered on a visa waiver and overstayed, it is possible that they could remain and file an application to adjust status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). A review of the facts of the fiancé(e)’s specific situation is required… Read More
What if a fiancé(e) entered the United States illegally without a visa waiver?
If the fiancé(e) is currently in the United States and entered illegally without a visa, it is probable that they could not file an application to adjust their status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). Rather, they would most likely be required to return to their home country to… Read More
What is a CR-1 visa?
The CR-1 visa (also known as a conditional resident visa) is issued by the United States embassy or consulate in the foreign spouse’s home country for the purpose of allowing the spouse to legally enter as a resident and live permanently in the United States. The CR-1 visa is issued to a foreign spouse who… Read More
What is a CR-2 visa?
The CR-2 visa (also known as a conditional resident visa) is issued by the United States embassy or consulate in the spouse’s home country for the purpose of allowing the spouse’s minor (under 21 and unmarried) children to legally enter as a resident and live permanently in the United States. After entry into the United… Read More
What are the requirements for a CR-1 visa?
The petitioner is a U.S. citizen. The parties are legally married for fewer than 2 years. U.S. citizen and spouse have a bona-fide marital relationship. U.S. citizen can demonstrate ability to financially support spouse. Spouse has not committed certain crimes.
Is it preferable to obtain a K-1 visa or a CR-1 visa?
Since no marriage is required – assuming that all requirements are met – the K-1 visa process can be started immediately. Further, the K-1 visa does not require the submission of an application to the NVC. As such, generally, the processing time for a K-1 visa is shorter than that for a CR-1 visa. This… Read More
Who is an immediate relative?
A spouse, child (unmarried person under 21 years of age) or parent (if U.S. citizen is at least 21 years old) of a U.S. citizen is considered an immediate relative. There are no limits on the number of immigrant visas or residence cards issued to immediate relatives.
What is an IR-1 visa?
A visa (also known as an immediate relative visa) issued by the United States embassy or consulate in the foreign relative’s home country for the purpose of allowing the spouse, child (under 21 and unmarried) or parent of a U.S. citizen to legally enter as a resident and live permanently in the United States. With… Read More
