Apply for (B-2) tourist visa while waiting for K-1

[Hypnos 6,576]

9/11 happened to those days, unfortunately.

You have nothing to lose (other than the money) by trying, but I wouldn't hold my breath for a B-2 approval.

[P A U L 14]

oh yea...forgot about 9/11 for a selfish second.. :|

wait so, we lose $160 whether we get the visa or not? balogney!

[steelwood 0]

I don't think that it would affect your k-1 but from what you are saying, she doesn't have enough ties to convince anyone that she intends on returning. I mean why would she. What is she leaving behind to return too. That's the option that they start from. Just ask yourself "Why would she or what is the reason she would want to return" Based on what you have said, my option is "none".

[Alfia & John 10]

I am going to take the opposite track to the others. I agree she will be denied but I also feel it is worth the investment. The journey is difficult, we all suffer with the separation and sometimes, hope is all we have to tied us over till the next day. Yes, for those that are together now, it is much easier to have hindsight and say-use the money to make life better for her when she arrives. For those of us currently waiting, the pain of separation can cause us to look for shortcuts. Provided the shortcuts are legal, I believe it is worth the effort to try.

I wish you the best of luck in your decision and her possible acceptance of visitor visa. Whatever the decision, during the wait there will be a glimmer of hope, even with a denial, you will still have the K1 in the works so the disappointment will not be tramatic.

Edited February 25, 2013 by moosescape

[P A U L 14]

She opted to not apply for tourist visa. She has since moved to Moscow and found a part time job.

[vbtwo 54]

oh yea...forgot about 9/11 for a selfish second.. :|

wait so, we lose $160 whether we get the visa or not? balogney!

Yes, the $160 is a fee for the application and a pleasant chat with an officer at the embassy. And in addition, if you're lucky, you get a visa for no additional cost! Isn't it a great deal?