Is a K-1 Visa Harder to be Approved than a Spousal Visa?

[The Otubo's 0]

I am engaged to a Nigerian and wanted to have our wedding in the states because it is important to me that my family attend my ceremony. My fiance has concerns that the denial rate for K-1 Visa is much higher than that for the spousal visa. Any opinions or advice on this matter is much appreciated. Thank you

[duraaraa 203]

I think the likelihood of approval is not that different between the two visas. The major difference is, you can appeal the refusal of a CR-1, but for a K-1, you generally do not get the opportunity to appeal or have it be reconfirmed.

In Nigeria, there are a lot of denials, because there is a lot of fraud. Find out what about your case could be perceived as a red flag, and front-load your petition to overcome any suspicion.

[True Love at Last 15]

How about you have a small ceremony in Nigeria with his family and then when he gets his spousal visa you have another bigger wedding for your family?

[NikLR 13,227]

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[NikLR 13,227]

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