In need of advice

[mz.t 1]

Hello, I am in need of some advice. I am an American citizan and my fiance is Nigerian. We are trying to find the best and quickest way to be together, (to get him to the United States). I have heard that the fiance visa takes 6 months and if we got married abroad that it would take even longer for him to get here?? I would like to know what has worked for somebody? Or what would be the best option?

Additional info:

I am 26 and he is 24

I met him personally two times in 2011, we have been together almost a year.

We communicate everyday through facebook, skype and cell phones.

I'm also unemployed and desparately looking for a job (recent graduate)

I would appreciate any advice

Thanks,

[Almost done 0]

Hello 'mz.t'

I was also in a dilemma, thinking of the best option to bring in my spouse (As a fiancee or after marriage).

I went with I-130 and it was approved exactly 5months and I am currently at the NVC stage. I don't know how long that will take. Will keep you posted. Its not 6months yet, but things have been going on well and when my spouse arrives, he will have a green card, that's why I chose this process, he can work immediately.

Am sure others with more knowledge on the difference btw I-29F and I-130 will reply you.

[mz.t 1]

Thanks for ur response it was very helpful!!

[feli114 65]

A fiance visa will probably get him here faster, but he would not be able to work until he adjusts status. As far as your not being employed, you would need a cosponsor for either visa. Good luck to you.

[NigeriaorBust 4,087]

CR1 petition will get then here with a Green card on arrival, not more money until removal of conditions.

K1 your will need to file AOS then ROC 2 years , wait until AOS or EAD to work.

K1 if it fails you can immedaitely try again , either another K1 or a CR1

CR1 if it fails your hands are tied until it is reviewed.

( usually those options don't make a difference if you are going through Lagos with red flags they are a factor )

[Nigerian Queen 16]

Yes I agree with all. The only way it good moved quicker is it be expedited, but you have to have a reason for it to get approved along with proof.

[MAO36 30]

Hello!

Every scenario varies, as their is no rhyme or reason concerning how and why some cases move through more swiftly. What I will do is give you some statistics on myself and the friends I know who went over to Lagos. I had 5 women who I personally know bring their fiance' or Husabnds over to the states. The 3 who chose the Fiance visa route had their significant others over here within 6 months. For those of us who chose to marry abroad, including myself, waiting well over a year. Again, there are a lot of other factors involved. Do you want to have to adjust status when he gets here, while waiting for his ability to work, drive etc. This can be a serious strain on the relationship but again some have survived it, or would you rather wait a bit longer for him to come over as your Husband on the CR1 and within a few weeks time, he'll start receiving his conditional green card, can get his SS card and begin to look for employment. It has to be your decision. If I had to do it over again, I would have chosen the fiance visa to give us time to adapt to one another before getting married and also I cheated the children out of seeing their Mom get married. Just my thoughts. They still bring this up today.

I hope this helps!