The K-1 fiancé(e) visa interview is one of the final steps before a foreign fiancé(e) can travel to the United States and marry his/her U.S. citizen petitioner. If your K-1 fiancé(e) visa is refused following the interview, what should you do next? The answer depends on why the consular officer
When you are a parent with plans to immigrate to the United States, one of the most important questions may be whether your child can come with you. The answer depends on many factors such as the visa category, your child’s age, his/her marital status, and your relationship to the
Applying for a U.S. visa based on marriage, commonly known as a Spousal visa, requires more than showing that you are legally married. The U.S. government must also be satisfied that you entered into the marriage in good faith and not primarily to obtain an immigration benefit. For couples living
Marriage to a U.S. Citizen does not automatically grant a Vietnamese spouse the right to live permanently in the United States. Before a Vietnamese spouse can immigrate to the United States, the U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (“Petitioner”) must first establish the marital relationship, complete the required documentation and
For many American and Vietnamese couples looking to immigrate to the United States, a major question is whether they should apply for a K-1 fiancé(é) visa or a CR-1 spousal visa. While both lead to lawful permanent residence status (“Green Card”), they work very differently. A K-1 fiancé(e) visa allows
When researching U.S. family visa application options to the U.S., some couples may inquire on what the K-3 visa is and whether it is the fastest U.S. visa for family members based on marriage. Defining the K-3 Visa A K-3 visa is a non-immigrant visa issued to a foreign spouse
The F4 visa allows U.S. citizens 21 or older to sponsor their brothers and sisters for a U.S. green card. Because annual visa numbers are capped and demand is high, F4 has the longest waiting times in the family-based immigration system. As of October 2026, most countries face approximately 15
A common question asked by potential clients is: “Do I need an immigration lawyer to file a K-1 visa for my Vietnamese fiancé/fiancée?” While the short answer is no, having an immigration lawyer represent you and your fiancé through the K-1 visa process has significant advantages. The Benefit of a
Whether to get married in the United States or Vietnam is one of the most consequential decisions a Vietnamese-American couple will make, because where you marry determines which U.S. immigration visa path is available to you, how long you will be separated, and what rights your spouse has upon arrival
With the return of the Trump administration in 2025, many couples are asking the critical question: “Are K-1 Fiancé(e) visas (hereinafter “fianc(é)”) affected by Trump’s new immigration policies?” While there is currently no outright ban on K-1 fianc(é) visas, applicants should be prepared for significant changes in processing, increased
What does domicile mean for the I-864 Affidavit of Support? Domicile means the place where you have your principal residence in the United States and intend to keep it for the foreseeable future. It is a mandatory requirement for anyone filing Form I-864 as a sponsor. A U.S. citizen or
Quick Comparison: K-3 vs CR-1/IR-1 K-3 Visa CR-1/IR-1 Visa Visa type Nonimmigrant Immigrant Who qualifies Spouse of a U.S. citizen Spouse of a U.S. citizen (IR-1) or LPR (CR-1) Primary forms I-130 + I-129F I-130 Status upon entry Nonimmigrant; must file AOS after arriving Immigrant immediately; becomes LPR at port
Quick Summary: Form I-129F Question Answer What is Form I-129F? Petition for Alien Fiance filed with USCIS to obtain a K-1 fiancé(e) visa Who can file Form I-129F? Only U.S. citizens aged 21 or older (lawful permanent residents cannot file) Filing fee? $675 paid to the U.S. Department of Homeland
A Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relatives, is filed with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) to establish a qualifying family relationship between a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (Green Card Holder) and a foreign national immediate relative (“Beneficiary”) . Submitting the Form I-130 is the first step
U.S. citizens living abroad who need to sponsor a spouse or family member for a green card normally file Form I-130 with USCIS, a process that can take 12 to 18 months or longer. However, under certain exceptional circumstances, U.S. citizens residing abroad may file the I-130 directly at the
Quick Summary: K-1 Fiance Visa Question Answer What is the K-1 visa? A nonimmigrant visa for the foreign national fiance of a U.S. citizen Who can sponsor it? Only U.S. citizens (not lawful permanent residents) Primary form? Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiance In-person meeting requirement? Both parties must have
Quick Summary: K-1 Interview at the HCMC Consulate Question Answer Where is the interview held? U.S. Consulate General in HCMC, 4 Le Duan Street, District 1 Who attends the interview? The Vietnamese fiance only; the U.S. petitioner does not attend What language is the interview conducted in? Vietnamese or English;
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