The numbers tell us denials are increasing . Recent reports from the US Department of State don’t give very reassuring immigration statistics. Unfortunately, it looks like the denials rates are increasing for the K-1 visa. It’s quite probable that the recent turn […]

New I-129F form  Recent changes to the Petition for an Alien Petition (I-129F) means the filing processes changes somewhat. Here’s my LIVE webinar where I’ve discussed the changes.   The I-129F form expired yesterday (edition 12/23/16). A new one is […]

Presentation is critical in your K-1 interview . Presenting yourself properly is crucial to your K-1 visa interview success. The interview is the final and most important step in the fiance(e) visa process. . . When you’re finally in front […]

Fiance Visa denials and ineligibility . There are typically three (3) categories of denials possible during your Fiance visa process. We’ll discuss them below in detail, and what you need to know about them. Fiance visa interview denials can be one […]

I-129f Petitioner with Criminal Records . US citizens with certain criminal records need to comply with some requirements in order to file the I-129F for their K1 Fiance(e). Having a criminal background is not an automatic denial. . . Under […]

Previous immigration violations or status in the US (Fiance K1 visa) . One of the “admissibility” criteria of a Fiance k1 visa is to have a dependable and trustworthy immigration record. Past overstays, deportations, bars, etc. are problematic or Red […]

No commonality – a “Red Flag” in Fiance K1 visa case . Having very little in common is a huge “Red Flag” for couples seeking a Fiance k1 visa. It undoubtedly raises suspicion among interviewers as to what your true […]

I-129F Petition RFE (Fiance K1 visa) . Surprised to receive a “Request for Evidence” (RFE) notice from the USCIS? After filing a I-129F Petition for K1 visa, you must answer if you receive a “Request for evidence” (RFE) letter in the mail. Don’t […]

Fiance(e) K1 Visa Proof of relationship A bona fide relationship is required for successful approval of the Fiance(e) K1 visa.  What is a “bona fide relationship”? Why is it required? During the Fiance(e) K1 visa interview, you are required to […]

I-129F Proof of In-person meeting . Provide documented evidence that you met your fiance(e) within the last 2 years to be eligible for the I-129F petition. . Proving that you and your fiance(e) have met (face to face) in the last […]