United States · Family Visas

K-3 spouse visa — current utility review

A non-immigrant visa designed to shorten separation between a foreign spouse and a US citizen while an immigrant petition (Form I-130) is pending.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Spouses of US citizens with pending I-130 petitions.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Legally married to a US citizen
  • Pending Form I-130 filed by the US citizen spouse
  • File Form I-129F
Process

How the process works

  1. File Form I-130, then file Form I-129F free of charge
  2. If I-130 approves first, case automatically converts to CR-1/IR-1 immigrant visa
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • I-130 receipt notice, marriage certificate, Form I-129F
Good to know

What to keep in mind

USCIS now processes Form I-130 and Form I-129F simultaneously, so most applicants proceed directly with the CR-1/IR-1 immigrant visa.

Official source: USCIS — K-3/K-4 Nonimmigrant Visas. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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