United States

Fiancé(e) Visa (K-1)

Visa allowing a foreign fiancé(e) of a US citizen to enter the US to marry within 90 days and then adjust status.

Validity

Single entry; 90 days in the US to marry

Processing Time

10 – 16 months from petition to visa

Pathway

Marry within 90 days, then file I-485 for adjustment to LPR

Section 01

Eligibility

Core criteria an applicant must meet to file under this category.

Petitioner is a US citizen
Both parties legally free to marry
In-person meeting within the 2 years prior to filing (waivers in narrow cases)
Genuine intent to marry within 90 days of entry

Section 02

Income Requirements

Financial Threshold

Petitioner must meet 100% of the federal poverty guidelines for Form I-134 at the visa interview, and 125% on I-864 at adjustment.

Other Qualifications

Documents & Conditions

Supporting requirements typically reviewed before and during the application.

Evidence of a bona fide relationship — communications, visits, photos, statements
Medical exam by a panel physician abroad
Police certificates from countries of residence
Consular interview at the US embassy abroad

ImportantEligibility criteria, financial thresholds, and processing times are set by the relevant immigration authorities and change periodically. The figures shown are current general guidance only and do not constitute legal advice. We confirm exact requirements for your case during consultation.