Fiance(e) K-1 Visa Flowchart 2019
Sometimes the simplest things are the hardest to figure out.
There was one time, I found myself asking, “am I supposed to be getting a letter in the mail right now?”
Funny enough, this came at a time when I was so knee deep in research of the fiance visa process that I could’ve wrote a book on it.
Yet, I didn’t know something so simple.
So, clearly things can get confusing to keep track. But instead of guessing what the next steps are, follow something that makes it simple.
Below you’ll find my K-1 visa flowchart for 2019. It’s got simple steps laid out visually on a sheet. You can download it instantly.
K-1 Visa Flowchart
Download this flowchart to your computer
Steps 1-3
Are where you prepare and send your I-129F to the USCIS. They review it and send you an approval notice (hopefully).
Step 4
Is where the NVC processes your case. They review it and forward it to the US consulate overseas.
Step 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Are where you prepare for and undergo the K visa interview
Steps 10, 11
Are where you are approved and enter the US.
The best feature, is that you’ll find a helpful timeline underneath. This helps you compare yourself with other people’s timeline.
So, I suggest you quickly print this out and save it (or download the k-1 flowchart) it’s a good diagram to keep handy.
Click to share this flowchart with your fiance or friends on Facebook or Twitter
The next step
Now, if you have a good grasp of the overall process, take a look at a more detailed step-by-step guide, K-1 Visa process guide. There is also a useful checklist to help you keep track of your K-1 Visa petition process.
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Is it possible to change the country / consulate for 1 interview after we have submitted the application?
Hello S,
what application are you referring to? the I-129F or are you asking about approval with NVC? or the application with the DS-160?
-Prem
Hi Prem,
You did a great job by putting all the information based on your experience. I hope your doing good. I am a bit stressed out about few questions which every you tube video says different things. how many forms are required in the process of after me and my partner get engaged. Since he is a US citizen and his income requirements are not matching with 125 FPL guidelines. So, we have decided to use joint sponsor, Its his mom and they both live in the same household and i wont be living in the same house after i arrive at USA. why do we have to file I-134 and not I-186 form ? please help me out
Brinda,
For the I-129F petition, you do not need to submit the I-134. Only once you go for the K visa interview, then you will bring along the I-134
https://www.visatutor.com/k-1-fiancee-visa-affidavit-support-form-134/
The I-864 is not required for fiance visa applicants during the visa process. You only need the I-134.
However, after you enter the US and apply for permanent residency (i.e. green card) that’s when you use the I-864.
-Prem
Hey Prem,
Hope you are doing well. I wanted to ask, the packet my petitioner mails to USCIS and if approved, do the USCIS send the same packet to the US embassy in fiances country? US embassy in fiance country will have that packet in advance if i go for the interview?
Hello Phew,
Yes, most US Embassies receive the physical packet that the petitioner has prepared after it has been approved by the USCIS. Many countries digitize it and send it electronically. In either case, the officer will have the full I-129F available to them in advance of the interview. In fact, that’s the entire concept behind trying to “front load” your petition.
-Prem
I have completed most of the paperwork. However i need help in reviewing the paperwork for form and correctness.
Thank you,
Edward B
Ed,
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-Prem