Mexico K1 Steps and Procedures

[BLamb 0]

All,

For any of you with a Fiancee in Mexico and are unsure of the procedures on what to expect I thought I would post the Forms/Procedures you might expect when applying for a K1-VISA in Mexico. Currently, Mexico has been changing the way you apply for a K1-VISA and each one of you will still need wait for your specific case and see what the Consulate asks of you. But in the meantime here is a little sample of what has happened so far.

First, you must apply to the USCIS this will cost you around $455 USD. You will receive a letter in the USPS mail with a copy of the I-797 form once approved.(See attached)

Second, you will receive another letter in the mail from the USCIS telling you that they have sent your information to the NVC (National VISA Center). (Please see the attached as to what This form will look like)

Third, you will then need to wait the appropriate time for the Consulate in Juarez to send your Fiancee in Mexico an invitation to begin making her appointment for her interview there at the Consulate in Juarez.(Please see the attached letter they will mail)

As of March 1 2011 before going to your interview you will need to setup an interview to have your Fiancee fingerprints taken. ** This must be done before the interview *** You can schedule your interview for your fingerprints and VISA interview at the same website http://mexico.usvisa-info.com/

Finally, before going into your VISA appointment you must also pay the $350 USD online at http://mexico.usvisa-info.com/ or by calling a 703-439-2313. Also, you will need to get a Medical Exam done at one of two places in Juarez across the street from the Consulate before going to your interview. This will cost you around $135 USD.

Well that's all I have to offer right now. Please if I have forgotten something please let me know... I hope this will make a few of you a little less stressed.

http://ciudadjuarez.usconsulate.gov/fianceforms.html

[BLamb 0]

I couldn't attached the last letter that you receive from the Consulate cuz it looks like I ran out of space in this thread.... Please refer to this letter to see the appropriate forms that will need to be filled out when you get it or by visiting this website http://ciudadjuarez.usconsulate.gov/fianceforms.html.... Thanks.

[Matt :) 1]

The website has had issues since its all new so you can also pay & schedule the ASC & visa interview, and DHL to send the visa to all by phone 703-439-2313, and they will email you everything.

[koekiemonsterjr 0]

Hello,

I joined this site today because I have just that, a fiancee in Mexico. My fiancee lives in Puebla which is very near to Mexico City. Would you happen to know if it's required for her to go to Juarez? We're both worried about ever visiting or going through the north of Mexico.

Also, Thank You VERY much for the info!!!

Edited April 6, 2011 by koekiemonsterjr

[koekiemonsterjr 0]

Hello,

I joined this site today because I have just that, a fiancee in Mexico. My fiancee lives in Puebla which is very near to Mexico City. Would you happen to know if it's required for her to go to Juarez? We're both worried about ever visiting or going through the north of Mexico.

Also, Thank You VERY much for the info!!!

I just saw that you were from Juarez and am not sure how to edit my post. I'm thinking she'll be able to go near here, since she's pretty close to Mexico City. But still, thanks for your info!

[amtank 1]

All,

For any of you with a Fiancee in Mexico and are unsure of the procedures on what to expect I thought I would post the Forms/Procedures you might expect when applying for a K1-VISA in Mexico. Currently, Mexico has been changing the way you apply for a K1-VISA and each one of you will still need wait for your specific case and see what the Consulate asks of you. But in the meantime here is a little sample of what has happened so far.

First, you must apply to the USCIS this will cost you around $455 USD. You will receive a letter in the USPS mail with a copy of the I-797 form once approved.(See attached)

The Filing Fee is $340 now, has been that way since, I forget exactly, the beginning of the year or before.