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K1 Interview while listed on Lagos' Marriage Registry

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Angelica_Chinedu   0

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Hello,

Will my husband get in trouble if the CO people discovers our names are registered to get married in Lagos, when he's having an interview for K1 VISA to marry me in the States? The purpose of getting registered in Lagos is that the Nigerian Embassy are very difficult to please from what I hear and if his interview fails, we can pursue our arrangements while I'm there with him in Lagos.

When the question comes up, he will simply explain, "I wanted to cover all basis just in case my K1 VISA gets denied". They should understand that, right?

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I think it is ok, as long as you aren't actually married.


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souleymon Community Regular

souleymon   27

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Its wrong to have ur names listed.i doubt CO knowing abt it.

Approval of K 1 visa requires u to get married in the states and no other place.dont get scared,just hope for a smooth interview

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I think your fiance will be setting himself up for a mind blowing denial if he ever uses the "I wanted to cover all basis just in case my K1 VISA gets denied" line with a Consular Officer in Lagos. I do not also think it is wise move to register your name in a marriage registry while your K-1 interview is coming up. I would advice that you keep an open mind and pray for the best.

Good luck to you.

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patient2010   93

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I have been pondering this question too.....I just dont think it will be a good look for u guys. The two of you need to have faith in the K1....goodluck with whatever decision you make about the registry :)

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Feb. 14, 2011 received hard copy of NOA for AOS, EAD& AP

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Angelica_Chinedu Apprentice

Angelica_Chinedu   0

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I have been pondering this question too.....I just dont think it will be a good look for u guys. The two of you need to have faith in the K1....goodluck with whatever decision you make about the registry :)

I was thinking that too. Yeah, I think we will just rely on the K-1. But if it fails, then we'll cross that bridge at that time. Ekele dili gï. :)

I think your fiance will be setting himself up for a mind blowing denial if he ever uses the "I wanted to cover all basis just in case my K1 VISA gets denied" line with a Consular Officer in Lagos. I do not also think it is wise move to register your name in a marriage registry while your K-1 interview is coming up. I would advice that you keep an open mind and pray for the best.

Good luck to you.

Yes, ekele dili gï. :)

Its wrong to have ur names listed.i doubt CO knowing abt it.

Approval of K 1 visa requires u to get married in the states and no other place.dont get scared,just hope for a smooth interview

I realize that now. Thanks! :)

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nadineus   0

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I was thinking that too. Yeah, I think we will just rely on the K-1. But if it fails, then we'll cross that bridge at that time. Ekele dili gï. :)

Yes, ekele dili gï. :)

I realize that now. Thanks! :)

i suggest u simply have faith in ur k1.....goodluck

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NigeriaorBust   4,087

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Hello,

Will my husband get in trouble if the CO people discovers our names are registered to get married in Lagos, when he's having an interview for K1 VISA to marry me in the States? The purpose of getting registered in Lagos is that the Nigerian Embassy are very difficult to please from what I hear and if his interview fails, we can pursue our arrangements while I'm there with him in Lagos.

When the question comes up, he will simply explain, "I wanted to cover all basis just in case my K1 VISA gets denied". They should understand that, right?

Would it be possible to frame your trip so that if things went bad you would be able to post at the resigtry afterwards and then marry?

This will not be over quickly. You will not enjoy this.

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