K2 - child of foreign women.. guide?

[SmallTownPA 72]

I looked over the guide and did not see any K2 (I think that is what I want) for getting a visa for the child of a fiance.

Right now we are still dating and talking.. I have not filed any papers... as she asked me about her child (less than 5 years old).

Where should I start??

Thanks to all!!

Edited November 5, 2014 by SmallTownPA

[Pitaya 2,577]

I looked over the guide and did not see any K2 (I think that is what I want) for getting a visa for the child of a fiance.

Right now we are still dating and talking.. I have not filed any papers... as she asked me about her child (less than 5 years old).

Where should I start??

Thanks to all!!

Welcome to the forum. Start by reading the Form I-129F instructions and the VJ K1 Guide:

http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/form/i-129finstr.pdf

http://www.visajourney.com/content/k1guide

At the beginning of the K1/K2 process, insert the child's information where requested in the Form I-129F. That is about it at the beginning of the process. There will be much more necessary later on in the consulate/embassy phase of the process. Read up on that at the DOS Nonimmigrant K1 Visa FAQs:

http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/english/immigrate/types/family/fiance-k-1.html

Good luck on your immigration journey.

[SmallTownPA 72]

Please check is I understand this:

YES I will be paying for two VISA.... one for mom and one for kid at the time I submit the K-1 forms.

NO Does the child have to travel with mother?

YES I *think* as long as the child is less than 21 or not married they can come to the USA at any time?

UNKNOWN The K-2 visa will allow free travel to/from the US to visit the father? Or must the child stay in the US until some sort of adjustment of status is done??

YES Can I just apply for a K-1 for mom and then after things have settled down do the K-2 for the child?

Has anyone done a K-2 child visa that can help with my questions??

Edited November 5, 2014 by SmallTownPA

[d3adc0d3 186]

Your fiance(e) will need to have sole custody or the permission of the biological father to bring her child to the US.

To apply for a K2 along with a K1, initally you'd put the child's name on the I-129F as well as include their birth certificate.

Once it reaches embassy stage your fiance(e) will need to provide additional information. Do a search via the Google Site Search (only searches VJ), to see what you can dig up in the forums. Don't forget to check the dates on the posts and keep in mind that processes change; so look for more up to date posts.

[d3adc0d3 186]

Those guides did not answer my questions (or I did not understand them completely).

1. I will be paying for two VISA.... one for mom and one for kid at the time I submit the K-1 forms.

2. Does the child have to travel with mother?

3. I *think* as long as the child is less than 21 or not married they can come to the USA at any time?

4. The K-2 visa will allow free travel to/from the US to visit the father? Or must the child stay in the US until some sort of adjustment of status is done??

5. Can I just apply for a K-1 for mom and then after things have settled down do the K-2 for the child?

Has anyone done a K-2 child visa that can help with my questions??

1. You do not have to pay for two I-129F petitions. However if your petition is approved, you will have to pay two visa processing fees at the time of the interview in the consulate/embassy.
2. I don't know, but they would need to travel prior to the expiration of their visa either way.
3. If I am not mistaken, this does not apply to the visa validity, it applies to the child's eligibility to qualify for the visa.
4. The child must adjust their status, along with your fiance, this process can take up to a year.
5. You would apply for a Following-toJoin rather than a K2. A K2 is strictly whilst filing alongside a K1.

Edited November 5, 2014 by d3adc0d3

[Pitaya 2,577]

Please check is I understand this:

YES I will be paying for two VISA.... one for mom and one for kid at the time I submit the K-1 forms. As I mentioned in my other previous posting. Put the child's name where requested in the initial I-129F visa petition form. Later on, at the interview phase (embassy/consulate) of the process there will be required forms and fees for both the mom and the child, refer to the DOS FAQs link previously provided for specifics.

NO Does the child have to travel with mother? See the DOS FAQs link previously provided for specifics.

YES I *think* as long as the child is less than 21 or not married they can come to the USA at any time? See the DOS FAQs link previously provided for specifics.

UNKNOWN The K-2 visa will allow free travel to/from the US to visit the father? Or must the child stay in the US until some sort of adjustment of status is done?? No international travel for the (former) K1 or K2 is allowed until Adjustment of Status (AOS) process is underway. They must either have an Advanced Parole (AP) document or Green Card (GC- Form I-551), and their valid foreign passport for international travel.

YES Can I just apply for a K-1 for mom and then after things have settled down do the K-2 for the child? You must start by putting the child's name where requested in the initial I-129F visa petition form. See the DOS FAQs link previously provided for specifics about embassy/consulate phase of K2 visa process.

Has anyone done a K-2 child visa that can help with my questions?? See below.

I successfully petitioned for my wife (former K-1) and stepson (former K-2) from China. I do have hands-on experience in this particular process. Check out our timeline. Please read the information I previously provided for you.

Good luck on your immigration journey.

[TBoneTX 45,288]

OP, read the links provided.

[baron555 934]

I looked over the guide and did not see any K2 (I think that is what I want) for getting a visa for the child of a fiance.

Right now we are still dating and talking.. I have not filed any papers... as she asked me about her child (less than 5 years old).

Where should I start??

Thanks to all!!

Easy peasy.

You list ALL children on the 129f form.

Then prior to the interview, you list only those you wish to receive a K-2 visa, and whether they are To Join the beneficiary or To Follow.

[baron555 934]

The K-2 visa will allow free travel to/from the US to visit the father? Or must the child stay in the US until some sort of adjustment of status is done??

Others have weighed in on the AOS and AP or GC requirement to leave the US and be allowed back in (anyone can leave the US at any time, no permission or document required....but to get back in, then you need the mentioned).

There's one more spin to all this.....many Embassies / Countries will require a notarized document from the father giving his permission for the child to permanently reside in the US and to travel back to the old country and then return again to the US. Check with your Embassy if this is required. Many do require it and many fathers are reluctant to sign this. It is highly suggested you obtain this document, if required, PRIOR to filing an visa petition....it can be a show-stopper.

[SmallTownPA 72]

Is there a guide to all the codes being tossed around?

I read the links.. I guess I am looking for more than just a few extra words.. like an explination to clarify things.

Will keep reading... but really the codes/abbreivations are really confusing for a new person.

[Pitaya 2,577]

Is there a guide to all the codes being tossed around?

I read the links.. I guess I am looking for more than just a few extra words.. like an explination to clarify things.

Will keep reading... but really the codes/abbreivations are really confusing for a new person.

Like I said in my first post:

Welcome to the forum.

We all started where you are at this do-it-yourself forum. Yes, the terms/codes/abbreviations can be confusing and daunting. We all felt the same way. That is why reading and becoming acquainted with the process is important to you.

Good luck on your immigration journey.

[SmallTownPA 72]

Well Mr or Mrs A&B hows about you just ignore my posts I do not find your posts informative or helpfull.

[d3adc0d3 186]

Well Mr or Mrs A&B hows about you just ignore my posts I do not find your posts informative or helpfull.

They are trying to help you. VJ has a ton of guides and helpful resources with links to the official USCIS/Government pages which contain more detailed explanations. No one will hold your hand here; If you're unsure of what something means, ask straight up, but your best bet is to read, and if you're confused read again 5 more times. We've all been there, and we do understand how confusing the immigration process is, however you need to teach yourself as we all have done so.

Don't bite the hand that feeds, or no one will want to help you later on down the road. Just because you got an answer you dislike doesn't mean it's a bad answer.

[baron555 934]

There's a listing of the acronyms we use....can't seem to find it.

[d3adc0d3 186]

There's a listing of the acronyms we use....can't seem to find it.

Glossary: http://www.visajourney.com/content/us-immigration-glossary

Abbreviations/Acronyms: http://www.visajourney.com/content/us-immigration-abbreviations

Edited November 5, 2014 by d3adc0d3