CR1 vs K1

[MyUKLove 0]

Now that I figured out I can't do the DCF, the options are K1 or K3 or CR1 (incl in K3). Well, I'm looking at these possibilities. Originally, when we thought we could file a DCF, we planned on marrying in Aug and filing the DCF. I'm not a resident of the UK, so that's not an option. If we still marry when he "visits" in August, we can: 1.) file the CR1 right after we marry right? and 2.) He can stay for as long as his visitor's visa says (i.e. 3 months) then 3.) He must return to the UK until the CR1 is approved. Is this all correct? and what's the NVC? Is it a processing center that's faster than others? What we're worried about in all cases is the work status. He wanted to be able to work right away but he's also very worried about us being away from each other so long, which all of these visas seem to promise. So, after reading the guides and looking at time lines, I'm still very confused and trust all your experience more. Please can you answer my above questions and let me know whether the K1 (so we don't marry yet) or the CR1 ( we go ahead and marry and file in August) is best?

Thanks!

PS another question he has is: During the CR1 or any process can I come stay (as a visitor) with him in the UK while we wait?

[pushbrk 12,898]

Now that I figured out I can't do the DCF, the options are K1 or K3 or CR1 (incl in K3). Well, I'm looking at these possibilities. Originally, when we thought we could file a DCF, we planned on marrying in Aug and filing the DCF. I'm not a resident of the UK, so that's not an option. If we still marry when he "visits" in August, we can: 1.) file the CR1 right after we marry right? and 2.) He can stay for as long as his visitor's visa says (i.e. 3 months) then 3.) He must return to the UK until the CR1 is approved. Is this all correct? and what's the NVC? Is it a processing center that's faster than others? What we're worried about in all cases is the work status. He wanted to be able to work right away but he's also very worried about us being away from each other so long, which all of these visas seem to promise. So, after reading the guides and looking at time lines, I'm still very confused and trust all your experience more. Please can you answer my above questions and let me know whether the K1 (so we don't marry yet) or the CR1 ( we go ahead and marry and file in August) is best?

Thanks!

PS another question he has is: During the CR1 or any process can I come stay (as a visitor) with him in the UK while we wait?

Yes, you can file a petition for your spouse, as soon as you are married and they can remain in the US as long as they are given leave to remain.

Time to start studying the guides here to learn the process and terminology.

[Credzba 0]

If we still marry when he "visits" in August, we can: 1.) file the CR1 right after we marry right? and 2.) He can stay for as long as his visitor's visa says (i.e. 3 months) then 3.) He must return to the UK until the CR1 is approved. Is this all correct?

Yes all correct.

and what's the NVC?

NVC is the National Visa Center, not a faster anything.

They process visa application, no matter which center you send your original petition to.

If you think about the process, it has 3 parts.

1) you petition the government to let your spouse apply for a visa.

2) Your spouse applies for a visa

3) Interview medical etc. takes place and visa is granted.

1 = USCIS

2 = NVC

3 = US consulate in foreign country

It isn't exactly that way, but it is a reasonable way to think about it.

What we're worried about in all cases is the work status. He wanted to be able to work right away but he's also very worried about us being away from each other so long, which all of these visas seem to promise. So, after reading the guides and looking at time lines, I'm still very confused and trust all your experience more. Please can you answer my above questions and let me know whether the K1 (so we don't marry yet) or the CR1 ( we go ahead and marry and file in August) is best?

This is a decision that everyone struggles with.

K1 is absolutely the fastest way to be together in the USA.

downside:

You must marry in USA within 90 days of arrival.

You must still pay for AOS after you marry.

Social security number and work permit are a bit more difficult than the CR/1.

CR/1 is probably 3-4 months longer than the K1 visa

upside:

ss# within weeks, and ability to work on entry.

You can get married anywhere you want.

Thats short answers to your questions. The forums, guides etc. have longer answers.

PS another question he has is: During the CR1 or any process can I come stay (as a visitor) with him in the UK while we wait?

You as the american citizen can travel anywhere you can get a visa. no limitations are placed on you.

Your spouse however may be refused entry to the USA if he tries to come visit you in USA while K/CR visa is processing.

[MyUKLove 0]

Thank you so much. That helps a lot! We have started to fill out the K1. Just wish we hadn't waited a month. :S

If we still marry when he "visits" in August, we can: 1.) file the CR1 right after we marry right? and 2.) He can stay for as long as his visitor's visa says (i.e. 3 months) then 3.) He must return to the UK until the CR1 is approved. Is this all correct?

Yes all correct.

and what's the NVC?

NVC is the National Visa Center, not a faster anything.

They process visa application, no matter which center you send your original petition to.

If you think about the process, it has 3 parts.

1) you petition the government to let your spouse apply for a visa.

2) Your spouse applies for a visa

3) Interview medical etc. takes place and visa is granted.

1 = USCIS

2 = NVC

3 = US consulate in foreign country

It isn't exactly that way, but it is a reasonable way to think about it.

What we're worried about in all cases is the work status. He wanted to be able to work right away but he's also very worried about us being away from each other so long, which all of these visas seem to promise. So, after reading the guides and looking at time lines, I'm still very confused and trust all your experience more. Please can you answer my above questions and let me know whether the K1 (so we don't marry yet) or the CR1 ( we go ahead and marry and file in August) is best?

This is a decision that everyone struggles with.

K1 is absolutely the fastest way to be together in the USA.

downside:

You must marry in USA within 90 days of arrival.

You must still pay for AOS after you marry.

Social security number and work permit are a bit more difficult than the CR/1.

CR/1 is probably 3-4 months longer than the K1 visa

upside:

ss# within weeks, and ability to work on entry.

You can get married anywhere you want.

Thats short answers to your questions. The forums, guides etc. have longer answers.

PS another question he has is: During the CR1 or any process can I come stay (as a visitor) with him in the UK while we wait?

You as the american citizen can travel anywhere you can get a visa. no limitations are placed on you.

Your spouse however may be refused entry to the USA if he tries to come visit you in USA while K/CR visa is processing.

Yes, actually I have been through all the guides several times. But somehow I missed stuff. I am glad I made the call to UCSIS and I have the advantage that my brother is on here too with his fiance. Thanks again.

Aleisha

Now that I figured out I can't do the DCF, the options are K1 or K3 or CR1 (incl in K3). Well, I'm looking at these possibilities. Originally, when we thought we could file a DCF, we planned on marrying in Aug and filing the DCF. I'm not a resident of the UK, so that's not an option. If we still marry when he "visits" in August, we can: 1.) file the CR1 right after we marry right? and 2.) He can stay for as long as his visitor's visa says (i.e. 3 months) then 3.) He must return to the UK until the CR1 is approved. Is this all correct? and what's the NVC? Is it a processing center that's faster than others? What we're worried about in all cases is the work status. He wanted to be able to work right away but he's also very worried about us being away from each other so long, which all of these visas seem to promise. So, after reading the guides and looking at time lines, I'm still very confused and trust all your experience more. Please can you answer my above questions and let me know whether the K1 (so we don't marry yet) or the CR1 ( we go ahead and marry and file in August) is best?

Thanks!

PS another question he has is: During the CR1 or any process can I come stay (as a visitor) with him in the UK while we wait?

Yes, you can file a petition for your spouse, as soon as you are married and they can remain in the US as long as they are given leave to remain.

Time to start studying the guides here to learn the process and terminology.

[MyUKLove 0]

Now that I figured out I can't do the DCF, the options are K1 or K3 or CR1 (incl in K3). Well, I'm looking at these possibilities. Originally, when we thought we could file a DCF, we planned on marrying in Aug and filing the DCF. I'm not a resident of the UK, so that's not an option. If we still marry when he "visits" in August, we can: 1.) file the CR1 right after we marry right? and 2.) He can stay for as long as his visitor's visa says (i.e. 3 months) then 3.) He must return to the UK until the CR1 is approved. Is this all correct? and what's the NVC? Is it a processing center that's faster than others? What we're worried about in all cases is the work status. He wanted to be able to work right away but he's also very worried about us being away from each other so long, which all of these visas seem to promise. So, after reading the guides and looking at time lines, I'm still very confused and trust all your experience more. Please can you answer my above questions and let me know whether the K1 (so we don't marry yet) or the CR1 ( we go ahead and marry and file in August) is best?

Thanks!

PS another question he has is: During the CR1 or any process can I come stay (as a visitor) with him in the UK while we wait?

Yes, you can file a petition for your spouse, as soon as you are married and they can remain in the US as long as they are given leave to remain.

Time to start studying the guides here to learn the process and terminology.

Yes, actually I have been through all the guides several times. But somehow I missed stuff. I am glad I made the call to UCSIS and I have the advantage that my brother is on here too with his fiance. Thanks again.

Aleisha