Fiance Visa
Fiance Visa
The K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa lets U.S. citizens bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the United States to get married within 90-days. We handle all the paperwork, catch errors before immigration does, and guide you to approval.
At a Glance
Save Money
Up to 80% less than traditional legal fees.
Save Time
Fast 24-hour turnaround and streamlined process.
Peace of Mind
Unlimited support and 10+ years of immigration
expertise.
6-10 Months
Processing Time
$500
Per Service
Fiance Visa
The K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa lets U.S. citizens bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the United States to get married within 90-days. We handle all the paperwork, catch errors before immigration does, and guide you to approval.
At a Glance
Save Money
Up to 80% less than traditional legal fees ($3,000+).
Save Time
Fast 24-hour turnaround and streamlined process.
Peace of Mind
Unlimited support and 10+ years of immigration expertise.
6-10 Months
Processing Time
$500
Per Service
Fiance Visa
The K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa lets U.S. citizens bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the United States to get married within 90-days. We handle all the paperwork, catch errors before immigration does, and guide you to approval.
At a Glance
Save Money
Up to 80% less than traditional legal fees ($3,000+).
Save Time
Fast 24-hour turnaround and streamlined process.
Peace of Mind
Unlimited support and 10+ years of immigration
expertise.
6-10 Months
Processing Time
$500
Per Service
Who Can File For a Fiance Visa?
Who Can File For a Fiance Visa?
Who Can File For a Fiance Visa?
U.S. citizens can petition for their foreign fiancé(e) if they meet these requirements.
Who qualifies
You're a U.S. citizen who wants to bring your foreign fiancé(e) to the U.S. to get married.
- Green card holders cannot file. Green card holders can't use this path.
- You must be legally free to marry — if either of you was married before, documentation of the divorce or death of the prior spouse is required.
- You must have met in person within the last 2 years. Exceptions exist for strict cultural or religious customs, or extreme hardship.
- Once your fiancé(e) arrives in the U.S., you must marry within 90 days.
- Your fiancé(e)'s unmarried children under 21 can typically accompany or follow them on a separate K-2 visa.
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-129F | Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) | $675 |
Processing time
I-129F processing typically takes 7 to 14 months. After approval, the case moves to the National Visa Center and then to the embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)'s home country.
What happens after filing
- 1Receipt NoticeUSCIS issues a receipt notice.
- 2ReviewYour case is reviewed and adjudicated.
- 3TransferIf approved, your case transfers to the National Visa Center, then to the U.S. embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)'s country.
- 4Medical & InterviewYour fiancé(e) completes a medical exam and attends a visa interview.
- 5Travel & MarryOnce the K-1 visa is issued, your fiancé(e) can travel to the U.S. and must marry you within 90 days of arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
Who qualifies
You're a U.S. citizen who wants to bring your foreign fiancé(e) to the U.S. to get married.
- Green card holders cannot file. Green card holders can't use this path.
- You must be legally free to marry — if either of you was married before, documentation of the divorce or death of the prior spouse is required.
- You must have met in person within the last 2 years. Exceptions exist for strict cultural or religious customs, or extreme hardship.
- Once your fiancé(e) arrives in the U.S., you must marry within 90 days.
- Your fiancé(e)'s unmarried children under 21 can typically accompany or follow them on a separate K-2 visa.
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-129F | Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) | $675 |
Processing time
I-129F processing typically takes 7 to 14 months. After approval, the case moves to the National Visa Center and then to the embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)'s home country.
What happens after filing
- 1Receipt NoticeUSCIS issues a receipt notice.
- 2ReviewYour case is reviewed and adjudicated.
- 3TransferIf approved, your case transfers to the National Visa Center, then to the U.S. embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)'s country.
- 4Medical & InterviewYour fiancé(e) completes a medical exam and attends a visa interview.
- 5Travel & MarryOnce the K-1 visa is issued, your fiancé(e) can travel to the U.S. and must marry you within 90 days of arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
Who qualifies
You're a U.S. citizen who wants to bring your foreign fiancé(e) to the U.S. to get married.
- Green card holders cannot file. Green card holders can't use this path.
- You must be legally free to marry — if either of you was married before, documentation of the divorce or death of the prior spouse is required.
- You must have met in person within the last 2 years. Exceptions exist for strict cultural or religious customs, or extreme hardship.
- Once your fiancé(e) arrives in the U.S., you must marry within 90 days.
- Your fiancé(e)'s unmarried children under 21 can typically accompany or follow them on a separate K-2 visa.
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-129F | Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) | $675 |
Processing time
I-129F processing typically takes 7 to 14 months. After approval, the case moves to the National Visa Center and then to the embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)'s home country.
What happens after filing
- 1Receipt NoticeUSCIS issues a receipt notice.
- 2ReviewYour case is reviewed and adjudicated.
- 3TransferIf approved, your case transfers to the National Visa Center, then to the U.S. embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)'s country.
- 4Medical & InterviewYour fiancé(e) completes a medical exam and attends a visa interview.
- 5Travel & MarryOnce the K-1 visa is issued, your fiancé(e) can travel to the U.S. and must marry you within 90 days of arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
General Eligibility
General Eligibility
General Eligibility
Review these requirements carefully to ensure you qualify.
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You must be a U.S. citizen (green card holders cannot file).
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You and your fiancé(e) met in person within the past 2 years.
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You both intend to marry within 90-days of arrival in the U.S.
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You're both legally free to marry (all prior marriages ended).
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You can provide evidence of a genuine, ongoing relationship.
Important Notice: Meeting these eligibility requirements does not guarantee approval. It's important to provide complete and accurate information throughout your application.
Whats Included
Whats Included
Whats Included
We handle the paperwork
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The whole application package is completed by Elara
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Passport photo included
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Expert review before submission
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We ship your application
You get a team
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Your own Immigration Expert
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Access to us after filing
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Unlimited questions and support
One flat fee. No surprises.
Ready to get started
Ready to get started
Ready to get started
We'll handle your entire application from start to finish — so you can focus on what matters most.
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005