K1 Timing: before or during visit?

[columba_livia 0]

Hi all,

My girlfriend (Swiss) and I (American), intend to file for a K1 visa in the next few months, but we're wondering when we should do so. She's going to be coming on vwp starting in late August, and we're worried that she won't be able to enter the country if we start the process now. Is it possible to wait until she enters the country, and then file for the K1 when she arrives? Does it even make sense to worry about this?

Thanks!

Jack

[GandK 168]

Start as soon as possible. You will regret not doing so down the road.

She can visit during the process. We filed when I was visiting and then I visited again during the process.

[LeftCoastLady 441]

Hi all,

My girlfriend (Swiss) and I (American), intend to file for a K1 visa in the next few months, but we're wondering when we should do so. She's going to be coming on vwp starting in late August, and we're worried that she won't be able to enter the country if we start the process now. Is it possible to wait until she enters the country, and then file for the K1 when she arrives? Does it even make sense to worry about this?

Thanks!

Jack

If it's possible, it would be easier to start the petition process while she's there with you. Otherwise, she would have to mail you the G-325a, letter of intent and U.S. passport-sized photos for the petition package.

You can read the pinned thread above called "Yes, you can visit" to get insight on those couples who have visited after filing. Good luck!