Should I file for -129f K3 visa anyway?

[art646 3]

Hi guys,

This is all so confusing. I'm wondering, should I file for K3 Visa

anyway after I receive NOA1, or K3 is definitely out of the question?

Thanks a lot!!

[canadian_wife 1,822]

Based from experience when we filed 2 years ago. They approved the I-129F and I-130 on the same day. However, those who petitioned for an I-129F were approved 6-8 weeks AFTER those who petitioned just for an I-130.

The 2 petitions have been approved on the same day for years now. The only difference is NVC will close the I129F when it reaches their offices

The K-3 has no benefit to you any longer and, if you ask me, slows up your case substantially

Stick with the I-130. If there are children involved, file separate I-130s for them.

To me, it will save time, money, and is the superior visa

Good luck

[alex646 0]

Based from experience when we filed 2 years ago. They approved the I-129F and I-130 on the same day. However, those who petitioned for an I-129F were approved 6-8 weeks AFTER those who petitioned just for an I-130.

The 2 petitions have been approved on the same day for years now. The only difference is NVC will close the I129F when it reaches their offices

The K-3 has no benefit to you any longer and, if you ask me, slows up your case substantially

Stick with the I-130. If there are children involved, file separate I-130s for them.

To me, it will save time, money, and is the superior visa

Good luck

Thanks a lot!!

[Darnell 8,478]

Some light reading?

Comparison on K-3 vs CR-1 - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/204324-wondering-if-i-made-a-mistake-marrying-in-us/page__view__findpost__p__3060767

K-3 administratively closed - http://www.visajourney.com/news/2010/02/07/department-of-state-to-close-k-3-visas-if-i-129f-and-i-130-petitions-approved-and-received-together/

ya, click the links, have a read?

[Dakine 26]

Hi guys,

This is all so confusing. I'm wondering, should I file for K3 Visa

anyway after I receive NOA1, or K3 is definitely out of the question?

Thanks a lot!!

Just a few reasons why to go with the CR-1. If you are eligible for a IR-1 then you would be nuts going with a K3!

The K3 has to adjust status which cost $1010 + $131 visas application fee.

Have to go thru the cost and hassles of getting a I-693 also.

K3 normally has to do biometrics and have a AOS interview. Time off from work cost the petitioner. PLUS the hassles of submitting the paperwork and going for the interview. Tain’t fun.. Especially if denied or questioned. Ever done a Stokes interview?

That’s the second interview if they are in doubt of your relationship.

Also a possibility of being deported. Yeah doesn’t happen much but it happens.

K3 has to wait about 90 days after they file to get EAD or GC so they can get SSN and be able to work.

CR-1 can work as soon as they get the GC and SS card in the mail. Normally with 6 weeks.

Can’t do a LOT of things without SSN. Like work or get a drivers license in some states.

Some K visas don’t get GC for a LONG time.

If petitioner goes belly up before you get GC you stand a chance of being deported.

If the petitioner loses his/her job after the interview you don’t have to worry about getting a co sponsor to adjust status!

CR-1 cost about $470

Get their GC and SS card in the mail within 6 weeks of arrival.

No biometrics , dealing with civil surgeons, AOS interviews, going to SSA for SS card.

I’m sure I’ve missed a few things.

Bottomline is anyone that goes with the K3 the way things are now are masochist!

Yeah I did but at that time K3s were a LOT faster. That’s not the case anymore.

[Aya820 33]

I found this page in VJ that helped us to decide. I don't know the date this was posted, so the prices may be incorrect.

Visa comparison

[art646 3]

Thanks guys! I got it.

Just can't wait to get my wife here!