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What is the priority date for K-1 visa?

What is the priority date for K-1 visa?

A Priority Date is the date when the USCIS approves the establishment of an immigration application. For family-based immigrant visas, a priority date is the date the petition was filed with USCIS. It is listed on the receipt notice.

Can a non US citizen get a K1 visa?

K1 visa denied boarding at… Discussion on the US immigration procedure to obtain a IR1 or CR1 Spouse Visa for a non US Citizen (living overseas) married to a US Citizen. IR2 and CR2 Visas for children of a foreign spouse are also discussed.

What is the priority date for an Amerasian visa?

For family-sponsored immigrants, the priority date is the date that the Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, or in certain instances the Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow (er), or Special Immigrant, is properly filed with USCIS.

When is the final action date for a visa?

Please refer to the Visa Bulletin page for final action dates established during the current fiscal year or the archive section on that same page for past Visa Bulletins.

When is the most recent date to apply for a visa?

The Visa Bulletin provides the most recent date for when a visa number is available for the different categories and countries for family-sponsored, employment-based, and diversity (lottery) visas. A visa must be available before you can take one of the final steps in the process of becoming a lawful permanent resident.

Can a fiance get a US visa on a K-1 visa?

If DOS issues a K-1 nonimmigrant visa, your fiancé (e) travels to the United States and seeks admission at a port of entry while the K-1 nonimmigrant visa is valid. As with any visa, a K-1 nonimmigrant visa does not guarantee admission to the United States.

How long does a K-1 nonimmigrant visa last?

If the consular officer grants the K-1 nonimmigrant visa, it is valid for up to 6 months for a single entry. If the consular officer does not find the relationship to be bona fide, DOS will not issue a K-1 nonimmigrant visa and instead will return the Form I-129F to USCIS.

Do you need work authorization for a K-1 visa?

Yes, but 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 U.S..

What’s the correct terminology for a K-1 visa?

The correct terminology is “ fiancée” for a woman who is engaged to be married or fiancé for man. For simplicity, we use “fiancé” to mean either a male or female engaged partner. Is the K-1 Visa Right for Me?