Visits to U.S. after the I-129F is filed

[ramzis51 0]

I read from someone that it is inadvisable for the foreign fiance to visit the U.S. after the I-129F is filed. It was stated that the port of entry security are a lot more suspicious of the fiance not returning to his/her country. Is this true? Wouldn't proof of return airline tickets be convincing? Or do you all think it is better for the U.S. citizen to make the visits out of the U.S. after the I-129F is filed? Or shouldn't I worry about this?

[DA BOMB 1]

I too am interested in this question. When the foreign fiance's passport is read..is the K1 info zapped to the guard and they automatically know a k1 is filed?

[estochick 0]

Hi,

I think it depends. I, too, read about it. But went to see my fiance after he had filed the petition. I had no trouble what so ever entering. My POE was Chicago O'Hare. The guy simply asked me a few questions, was very nice about it. Among other quetions he asked me if we were gonna get married on this trip....which the answer was no I was honest about everything. No trouble.

However, I DO suggest taking with you some documentation showing that you will definitely have to go back: statement from your employer expecting you back at work at a certain date, real estate..stuff like that. Honestly, I had nothing else but a letter from my employer...and I didn't even have to use it

Good luck!

[jlvr 1]

I too am interested in this question. When the foreign fiance's passport is read..is the K1 info zapped to the guard and they automatically know a k1 is filed?

That's an interesting question. I would assume that they have to do some sort of clearance and in that process they would see that a K1 has been filed. Actually, I've read that when applying for other types of visas you are asked whether you are in a fiancee relationship with a USC. If you lie and say no, then it catches up later. But I don't know how they would know that if you entered on a tourist or visitor's visa.

It's my understanding, though, that the immigration officer has discretion over whether you are allowed entry or not and that it's possible that you will have to turn around and get back on the next flight going home. I've also seen posts that say the fiancee was allowed entry, though. I guess it's a matter of whether you're willing to take the risk of wasting the plane fare.

[ramzis51 0]

Hi,

I think it depends. I, too, read about it. But went to see my fiance after he had filed the petition. I had no trouble what so ever entering. My POE was Chicago O'Hare. The guy simply asked me a few questions, was very nice about it. Among other quetions he asked me if we were gonna get married on this trip....which the answer was no I was honest about everything. No trouble.

However, I DO suggest taking with you some documentation showing that you will definitely have to go back: statement from your employer expecting you back at work at a certain date, real estate..stuff like that. Honestly, I had nothing else but a letter from my employer...and I didn't even have to use it

Good luck!

Thanks---this helps a lot.

[Ngoc-Anh 1]

Postings about visiting the US after filing for K1 is very different on here.

Mostly it is said that it is not recommended, because the chances are there, that you will be send back at the POE which is not a big deal but it might causes problems during the interview where you have to explain the situation.

And also it is more difficult to get an tourist visa after filing K1. Nor sure if your fiance(e) needs a tourist visa or if she can travel without (VWP)

[DA BOMB 1]

Postings about visiting the US after filing for K1 is very different on here.

Mostly it is said that it is not recommended, because the chances are there, that you will be send back at the POE which is not a big deal but it might causes problems during the interview where you have to explain the situation.

And also it is more difficult to get an tourist visa after filing K1. Nor sure if your fiance(e) needs a tourist visa or if she can travel without (VWP)

What situation is to be explained at the interview? I dont understand. If the visitor returns to their home country were any laws broken? I can understand if the POE guard gets suspicious but I dont understand why the interview would be affected. Im still trying to figure out if the guard comes right out and asks.."Do you have a pending K1 petition?" What if there was an instance where the visitor WASNT visiting the USC ...would they still have problems because of the K1? Sorry...the coffee just shot straight to my brain and its in hypermode. TIA peeps.

[Ngoc-Anh 1]

Postings about visiting the US after filing for K1 is very different on here.

Mostly it is said that it is not recommended, because the chances are there, that you will be send back at the POE which is not a big deal but it might causes problems during the interview where you have to explain the situation.

And also it is more difficult to get an tourist visa after filing K1. Nor sure if your fiance(e) needs a tourist visa or if she can travel without (VWP)

What situation is to be explained at the interview? I dont understand. If the visitor returns to their home country were any laws broken? I can understand if the POE guard gets suspicious but I dont understand why the interview would be affected. Im still trying to figure out if the guard comes right out and asks.."Do you have a pending K1 petition?" What if there was an instance where the visitor WASNT visiting the USC ...would they still have problems because of the K1? Sorry...the coffee just shot straight to my brain and its in hypermode. TIA peeps.

I was told that at the interview they might ask you why you travelled to the US though it is not allowed (I was planning on visiting my fiance but after all the postings I was so scared that I did not). Anyhow, I was told by a member (do not recall her/his name) that it is not allowed to visit the States.

Like I said, the postings referring to this issue is really different and unfortunately controvers. I guess it is up to everyone to make their own decision to try or not.

Sorry if I do not post something you are someone else would like to read but I just try to help by posting stuff that I have learned on here or somewhere else.

[DA BOMB 1]

Postings about visiting the US after filing for K1 is very different on here.

Mostly it is said that it is not recommended, because the chances are there, that you will be send back at the POE which is not a big deal but it might causes problems during the interview where you have to explain the situation.

And also it is more difficult to get an tourist visa after filing K1. Nor sure if your fiance(e) needs a tourist visa or if she can travel without (VWP)

What situation is to be explained at the interview? I dont understand. If the visitor returns to their home country were any laws broken? I can understand if the POE guard gets suspicious but I dont understand why the interview would be affected. Im still trying to figure out if the guard comes right out and asks.."Do you have a pending K1 petition?" What if there was an instance where the visitor WASNT visiting the USC ...would they still have problems because of the K1? Sorry...the coffee just shot straight to my brain and its in hypermode. TIA peeps.

I was told that at the interview they might ask you why you travelled to the US though it is not allowed (I was planning on visiting my fiance but after all the postings I was so scared that I did not). Anyhow, I was told by a member (do not recall her/his name) that it is not allowed to visit the States.

Like I said, the postings referring to this issue is really different and unfortunately controvers. I guess it is up to everyone to make their own decision to try or not.

Sorry if I do not post something you are someone else would like to read but I just try to help by posting stuff that I have learned on here or somewhere else.

Whoa there...I'm not condemning your answer I'm just searching for some concrete proof of this. Im waiting for someone with a link or something to show up. I've scoured the USCIS and DHS sites and cant find the answer.

[E&K 0]

I think it has more to do with the question on the visa application you need to fill in for the interview asking if you have ever been denied entry to the US.

If you got to the POE and they didn't let you into the US you'd have to report it in this form (in my case was one of the items on Q.38 on the DS-156 "Have you ever been refused admission to the U.S"). They may not say or ask anything about it, but you need to report it anyway.

BTW, I came several times to the US during the 8 months my K1 was pending and had no problems at POE.

[DA BOMB 1]

I think it has more to do with the question on the visa application you need to fill in for the interview asking if you have ever been denied entry to the US.

If you got to the POE and they didn't let you into the US you'd have to report it in this form (in my case was one of the items on Q.38 on the DS-156 "Have you ever been refused admission to the U.S"). They may not say or ask anything about it, but you need to report it anyway.

BTW, I came several times to the US during the 8 months my K1 was pending and had no problems at POE.

Awesome..did they ever ask you if you had a K1 in process? Or did they just not say anything?

[Udella&Wiz 325]

My fiancee is visiting now and she didn't have any problems at POE at all. They just ask her when she had to be back at work. I think as long as you have proof that you are going back it is OK. Of course it may be slightly more lax since it is the US and Canada.

Edited March 2, 2007 by Udella&Wiz

[E&K 0]

I think it has more to do with the question on the visa application you need to fill in for the interview asking if you have ever been denied entry to the US.

If you got to the POE and they didn't let you into the US you'd have to report it in this form (in my case was one of the items on Q.38 on the DS-156 "Have you ever been refused admission to the U.S"). They may not say or ask anything about it, but you need to report it anyway.

BTW, I came several times to the US during the 8 months my K1 was pending and had no problems at POE.

Awesome..did they ever ask you if you had a K1 in process? Or did they just not say anything?

Nope, no questions at all. And one of those times my fiance was standing right next to me while the officer was processing my I-94 He just asked "what's the story with him?" and I just said it was a long one but that I'd tell it to him if he wanted to hear it, he just smiled and said no more. I had letters from work and pay checks with me just in case though.

[DA BOMB 1]

I think it has more to do with the question on the visa application you need to fill in for the interview asking if you have ever been denied entry to the US.

If you got to the POE and they didn't let you into the US you'd have to report it in this form (in my case was one of the items on Q.38 on the DS-156 "Have you ever been refused admission to the U.S"). They may not say or ask anything about it, but you need to report it anyway.

BTW, I came several times to the US during the 8 months my K1 was pending and had no problems at POE.

Awesome..did they ever ask you if you had a K1 in process? Or did they just not say anything?

Nope, no questions at all. And one of those times my fiance was standing right next to me while the officer was processing my I-94 He just asked "what's the story with him?" and I just said it was a long one but that I'd tell it to him if he wanted to hear it, he just smiled and said no more. I had letters from work and pay checks with me just in case though.

So the K1 info isnt zapped to the border patrol. Good news! Thanks for your info..looks like my guy will be here for the birth of his baby

[Teddy406 0]

Postings about visiting the US after filing for K1 is very different on here.

Mostly it is said that it is not recommended, because the chances are there, that you will be send back at the POE which is not a big deal but it might causes problems during the interview where you have to explain the situation.

And also it is more difficult to get an tourist visa after filing K1. Nor sure if your fiance(e) needs a tourist visa or if she can travel without (VWP)

We rang up USCIS to ask them and they said specifically said "no"

Im not sayign it cant be done, but it wasnt worth the risk. Absence also has definately made the heart grow fonder!