What happens to the I-130 if I get approved for a K-3?

[blakeanddan 6]

To shorten the time that me and my spouse would have to be apart, we are considering for a K-3 visa. We have already received the NOA1 from the USCIS for our I-130 so we could properly file for it. My only question is, if and when I get approved for the K-3 and am granted entry into the US, what happens to the I-130 application. Does it still approved and go through the NVC for processing? Could I wait for permanent residence via that as opposed to adjusting my status once I'm in the US with my K-3? It seems to be much easier and cheaper if that could be the case.

Any light shed on the issue would be great! I'm mainly curious as to what happens to the I-130 application after a K-3 is issued.

[Penguin_ie 5,993]

***** Moving from K1 fiance visa to K3 spousal visa *****

 

You are missunderstanding the process- with the K3, you would still need to go through NVC and a medical and embassy interview, then a second interview to Adjust Status in the USA/

The K3 is outdated; it is extremely unlikely that you get it, and if you do, it would safe a couple of weeks at best, but mean extra paperwork and fees once the spouse arrives.

Edited January 19, 2017 by Penguin_ie