New to the forum and need some information

utopiacowboy says on Aug 14, 2006, 16:27:

The three month temporary visa that you are describing is called a K-1 fiance visa. It is good for 90 days during which time she is supposed to marry you. Thanks to IMBRA you have a limited number of people you can sponsor on a K-1. So if you don't marry her and you want to bring in some other chica later you may not be able to. Personally I think fiancee visas should be eliminated completely.

Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult.

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illmaticquilla says on Aug 15, 2006, 08:23:

ok... How can I start applying for the K-1 visa, does it take long? and is it a hassle? Im leaving in October and wanted to know by that time would I at least be finished with the paper work?? I appreciate the help cowboy thanks.

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David in Idaho says on Aug 16, 2006, 01:47:

Yeah Cowboy! Just because the K-1 doesn't fit your life, don't you think it can be a good thing for others? I'm sure a hell of a lot of folks on this site feel that way! Raise your hand if you got your honey home on a K-1?

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famsearch says on Aug 16, 2006, 02:18:

we went the straight 130 route, all the way through. they shouldn't eliminate the 129, just put it back to where it was, for people who are planning on getting married here, and use the 130 for those getting married overseas.
dan

dan

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illmaticquilla says on Aug 16, 2006, 08:09:

couple more questions... But would it be better to marry her in Colombia or in Miami? Im sorry guys if im asking some basic questions about this, im a newbie and just needed some help. All I want is to do is find the easiest way to bring her over to Miami.

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FredGarvin says on Aug 16, 2006, 09:42:

ill,Personally, NOTHING ill,

Personally, NOTHING that has come "easy" to me is valued more than those things I have put maximum effort and patience into in order to achieve. This same concept has been applied to my wife's and my visa process from the outset, and has allowed us to approach the entire time period with less stress/strain on our relationship.

With that said, you will both have to accept the fact that the road which leads to your spouse's entry into the U.S. can be a long one. Depending on the complexity of your case, you might be able to:

1. Obtain an approved I-130 in 2-4 months (maybe less in some cases)
2. Obtain an approved I-129F in 2-4 months
3. Obtain an interview appointment in 1-2 months after Packet 3 is recieved.
4. You will definitely be able to pick up the visa the day after a successful interview.

I gotta tell you, this is a great site to get some very good info and general comments on the visa process. But if you are looking for the whole picture, including details (such as downloading and filling out the correct applications) then I recommend you head on over to VisaJourney.com --- there are simply a TON of tools you can use to gauge how long the visa process will take (check out the "Guides" section first!). Looking at the "TimeLine" section would have given you your answer without even posting your question here ---- not suggesting you shouldn't post here, but there is PRECISELY the info you are looking for at visajourney....

For some personal comments on your posting....

Where to get married?

That should be a question you and your fiancee should be discussing. The pertinent questions/thoughts might be:

Married in the U.S. ---

1. Will your fiancee's family be able to attend?
2. If not, is that important to her?
3. Cost for ceremony and travel.

Married in Col ---

1. Your family, with USA passports definitely HAVE the ability to travel to Colombia.
2. Will they WANT to travel to Colombia? If not, how will YOU feel?
3. Cost for ceremony.

My personal experience is that we decided to marry in Colombia. Originally, this was because we believed that the K3 visa was a very good option (however, the IMBRA laws seriously affected our timeline). The cost of the ceremony was quite inexpensive compared to having it in the U.S., HOWEVER! We are still planning on a reception (again) once we are together here in Florida --- so, the cost might even be more after 2 receptions....

Finally -- the family issue.... Essentially, my own family was simply scared to travel to Colombia. I was understanding of that and did not push the issue, and I had already knew that it was unlikely they would make the trip -- so it just wasn't that big of a deal to me. But YOU might want to consider this situation!

Anyway -- good luck to you and your fiancee. And please do your homework and INCLUDE your fiancee in the ENTIRE process, do whatever it takes to help her understand the timelines, the costs, and every little twist that you might be subjected to.

Take Care,

FG

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David in Idaho says on Aug 16, 2006, 11:57:

ill... pay close attention to every word of above post I was about to respond to your situation, but I see that Fred has done an absolutely perfect job and honestly, I think his post should be saved and put somewhere permanent for all newbies to read as soon as they get started.

My fiancée and I in the same boat Fred was in and we're making the same decisions for what appear to be the same reasons. The only difference is that I'm lucky to have about ten brave friends and family members who are actually going to make the trip and attend my wedding this December. But like Fred, I'm also going to have a party when I get her here, for all the folks who couldn't go.

Anyhow, awesome post Fred. It is correspondence like this that justifies putting up with all the "other stuff."

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giddy says on Aug 18, 2006, 16:20:

Options Hi you guys,

I was pulling my hair trying to figure out how I can bring my fiancee to come here on December when I ran into your website. This is great, thanks for your ministry. After almost 5 years of courting, we decided to get engaged couple days ago and plan to get married in December. She lives in the Pacific somewhere. From what I heard and read from your website, it is nearly impossible for us to get married on that month (4 months from now). We sure appreciate if you would evaluate the following scenarios whether they are possible in order to achieve the December goal.
1. She comes here with a tourist visa. We get married here then she goes back overseas. In the meantime, I file I130.
1. We meet in Canada, get married there, then she goes back overseas and I file I130. Thank you for your help.

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FredGarvin says on Aug 19, 2006, 09:27:

That was nice. I appreciate it, David...

FG

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utopiacowboy says on Aug 19, 2006, 12:40:

We did the K-3 My wife was here in a little less than 6 months.

Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult.

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