What is this service?
The K‑1 visa allows the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen to travel to the United States to marry that citizen within 90 days of admission.
The process starts with Form I‑129F filed with USCIS. After approval, the case continues through the National Visa Center (NVC) and the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate.
Eligible children of the fiancé(e) can apply for K‑2 visas.
Who is this service for?
- U.S. citizens who want to marry their foreign fiancé(e) in the United States.
- Couples who are legally free to marry.
- Couples who genuinely intend to marry within 90 days after entering on a K‑1 visa.
- Couples who met in person during the two years before filing the petition, unless USCIS grants an exception.
Important: Permanent residents cannot apply for a K‑1 visa for their fiancé(e).
What if we have not met in person?
Generally, the couple must have met in person at least once during the two years before filing Form I‑129F.
USCIS may grant limited exceptions when meeting in person would cause extreme hardship to the U.S. citizen, or when meeting would violate strict and long-established customs of the fiancé(e)'s culture.
Note: An online relationship or video calls do not automatically replace the in-person meeting requirement.
Can I include my fiancé(e)'s children?
Unmarried children under 21 who meet the requirements can apply for K‑2 visas.
- They must be correctly listed on the I‑129F petition.
- Each child needs their own consular visa application.
- Each K‑2 applicant pays their own consular fee.
- Children must follow the applicable entry rules and deadlines.
- After the marriage, each child must apply for their own adjustment of status, when applicable.
Important: For adjustment of status, there may be additional requirements related to age and to the stepchild relationship being created before age 18.
How does the process work?
- Petition with USCISThe citizen files Form I‑129F and the required evidence.
- National Visa Center (NVC)After approval, USCIS sends the case on for consular processing.
- Embassy or consulateThe beneficiary completes the DS‑160, gathers documents, has the medical exam, and attends the interview.
- Entry and marriageIf the visa is issued and the beneficiary is admitted to the United States, they must marry the petitioning citizen within 90 days.
- Green Card applicationAfter the marriage, they can apply for adjustment of status with Form I‑485 and other applicable forms.
Approval of the petition does not guarantee the visa, admission to the country, or permanent residence.
What does our service include?
- Preparation of Form I‑129F.
- Organizing evidence of the relationship and of your in-person meeting.
- Review of identity, citizenship, and marital status documents.
- Including the information of children eligible for K‑2 visas.
- Certified translations of the required documents.
- Preparation of your application package and filing instructions.
- Document assistance with RFEs, as set out in your contract.
Consular processing, the DS-160, interview preparation, and the later adjustment of status are separate stages; whether they are included depends on the service you hire.
Main documents
- Proof of the petitioner's U.S. citizenship.
- Identity documents for both of you.
- Passport-style photos according to current instructions.
- Divorce decrees, annulments, or death certificates from prior marriages, when applicable.
- Evidence of your in-person meeting during the previous two years.
- Evidence of the relationship: photos, trips, communications, and other documents.
- Statements of intent to marry within 90 days.
- Information and documents for children applying for K‑2 visas, when applicable.
- Certified translations of any documents that are not in English.
- Additional evidence required by USCIS based on the petitioner's and beneficiary's history.
After you hire us, we will email you the questionnaire and the complete list of documents. Please do not send documents through the form on this page.
What happens after we marry?
Marrying the petitioning citizen does not automatically grant a Green Card.
Generally, the foreign spouse must file Form I‑485 to apply for permanent residence and meet the corresponding requirements.
They can also apply for employment authorization and a travel permit when eligible.
Important: The K‑1 visa cannot be extended beyond 90 days. Employment and travel authorization are not automatic.
Costs
Our fees
Government filing fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| I-129F | $675 (paper filing only) |
| K‑1 consular application | $265 |
| K‑2 consular application | $265 per applicant |
| Medical exam | Varies |
| Later adjustment of status | Additional USCIS fee |
The I‑129F fee for certain K‑3 cases based on an I‑130 is $0. Government fees are not included in our fees and may change.
USCIS fees per the official fee schedule (Form G-1055, edition 10/26/26). Fees may change: we confirm them before filing. uscis.gov/g-1055 (opens in a new tab)
Government fees are paid separately and are not included in our fees.
How to get started
- Fill out the request form.
- Receive the service information, the contract, and the questionnaire by email.
- Review and sign the contract before making any payment. Then send the required documents so we can begin preparing your forms.
Ge Chanfon Services LLC provides document preparation and administrative assistance services. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. Approval of any application is decided by the appropriate government agency.