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want2gringo comments on Marry in US vs. Colombia????

Really? UTC, alcpa + Boomer are all telling me to marry in Colombia? All sound advice, but I think the K-1 route is still the best? Her family has already given their blessing, but "I" wanted to do a ceremony for them in Colombia. They want her to marry in the US legally, as they also understand that is the best way to go. We will be careful to not have the ceremony in be recognized as anything leagal and therefore avoid and legal problems. I agree, waiting 6,8, or 12 months is a monetary amount of time when you are going to spend a lifetime with the person you love. Thanks for all of the responses and I will let you know what happens! Stay tuned...

want2gringo comments on Marry in US vs. Colombia????

I understand nothing is a gurantee with the INS. I also understand that for a 24 year old, single, poor Paisa to get a tourist Visa is nearly impossible? I think it's about a 5% chance of getting approved? Ideally, I want her to come over on a tourist Visa, but I just don't think it's realistic. I have done extensive research and agree that marrying in the US is the way to go! Thanks for your two cents, it is totally appreciated!! :)

want2gringo comments on Marry in US vs. Colombia????

Faster? Better? Good point! However, speed is a factor when you and the person you love are apart from each other for long periods of time. I think by the time you have decided to enter into matramony with a person from another country, you understand ALL of the circumstances. We are planning to have a ceremony in Colombia, so her friends and family will be there, followed by a private ceremony in the US. We weren't really considering cost in the equation...it's just not that important! What is important is that we are together ASAP, because we miss each other!!!

want2gringo comments on SMS via email to Comcel

RECIPIENT sorry for the typo, it "recipient" :)

want2gringo comments on SMS via email to Comcel

Comcel website Go to the Comcel website and you can send from there. www.comcel.com Someone mentioned the reciecient gets charged, but I know it's not much. I send text messages everyday to my novia and she has a prepago plan. It does not use up much of her credits? If you send from your phone in the US, there is usually a hefty fee YOUR carrier will charge. Good luck!

want2gringo comments on Marry in US vs. Colombia????

Thanks, but... I have done more research and have found the K-1 route to be fastest, as well as less hassle. (If there is such a thing?) I also spoke with finaceevisas.com, there are quite helpful and appear to be rather experienced. In addition, they are AFFORDABLE. There is a good chance I will be using them, as they guarantee an approval with their reasonable fee. Thanks for the responses!!