Getting a K-1 Visa fastest?

[TempunAlex 7]

Hey guys,

 

I'm new here and I've been reading through the forum for some input from individuals on going the K-1 route. 

 

My fiance and I are just about ready to file for the K-1 this coming week. We're just wanting to make sure this would be the fastest route to be together. We've been seeing through several apps and facebook groups that this is the case as the processing backlog is almost null with cases from as early as December 2021 already being processed. We want to be together as quickly as possible and the financial aspect would not be a factor for me since I own a company here in South America and make passive income. I would be easily able to support and maintain us for 2 whole years if needed. I also know that if I bring my driver's license I can trade it in for an international driver's license once within the US so driving is not another issue for me. 

 

I'm just asking for some input from people since they keep claiming IR-1 and CR-1 are the way to go, our only issue is that we cannot get married as she cannot travel due to work and having 2 small children (Which I am dying to live with and yes we've met already in person, have lots of proof etc).

 

Would greatly appreciate some input from you guys, 

 

Thank you!

[SalishSea 17,809]

3 minutes ago, TempunAlex said:

Hey guys,

 

I'm new here and I've been reading through the forum for some input from individuals on going the K-1 route. 

 

My fiance and I are just about ready to file for the K-1 this coming week. We're just wanting to make sure this would be the fastest route to be together. We've been seeing through several apps and facebook groups that this is the case as the processing backlog is almost null with cases from as early as December 2021 already being processed. We want to be together as quickly as possible and the financial aspect would not be a factor for me since I own a company here in South America and make passive income. I would be easily able to support and maintain us for 2 whole years if needed. I also know that if I bring my driver's license I can trade it in for an international driver's license once within the US so driving is not another issue for me. 

 

I'm just asking for some input from people since they keep claiming IR-1 and CR-1 are the way to go, our only issue is that we cannot get married as she cannot travel due to work and having 2 small children (Which I am dying to live with and yes we've met already in person, have lots of proof etc).

 

Would greatly appreciate some input from you guys, 

 

Thank you!

It is no longer "fastest" overall, and the AOS process for K-1s is a big negative.

 

Most of us who did a K-1 even when the petition process was only 6 months (vs current 13 months) would have chosen a CR-1 in retrospect.

 

"Fast" is not a reasonable criterion for choosing a visa in 2022.

 

 

[MarJhi 958]

4 minutes ago, TempunAlex said:

We've been seeing through several apps and facebook groups that this is the case as the processing backlog is almost null with cases from as early as December 2021 already being processed.

Well I would tell you that you probably need to disregard anything you see on those apps and facebook groups. We got our NOA1 356 days ago and we are expecting to wait another 2 months minimum to receive the NOA2. 

 

Tamp down your expectations or you will be very disappointed.

[TempunAlex 7]

1 minute ago, MarJhi said:

Well I would tell you that you probably need to disregard anything you see on those apps and facebook groups. We got our NOA1 356 days ago and we are expecting to wait another 2 months minimum to receive the NOA2. 

 

Tamp down your expectations or you will be very disappointed.

Oh but we share our timelines as well as screenshots of NOA1 to NOA2 on our groups and subreddits. I do know that the philippines has longer wait times since you guys have a huge amount of applications versus countries that have way less applications like mine or even countries like Peru etc. I am not having insane expactations, I know it can take up to 13 months or so, just trying to figure out apart from the "Having a greencard upon entry" and "financial struggel" what else makes filing for an IR-1/CR-1 better than a K-1.

[MarJhi 958]

1 minute ago, TempunAlex said:

I do know that the philippines has longer wait times since you guys have a huge amount of applications versus countries that have way less applications like mine or even countries like Peru etc

All things being equal, meaning all of your information is in order and correct, the processing time between NOA1 and NOA2 has nothing to do with what country the beneficiary is from.

[SalishSea 17,809]

5 minutes ago, TempunAlex said:

Oh but we share our timelines as well as screenshots of NOA1 to NOA2 on our groups and subreddits. I do know that the philippines has longer wait times since you guys have a huge amount of applications versus countries that have way less applications like mine or even countries like Peru etc. I am not having insane expactations, I know it can take up to 13 months or so, just trying to figure out apart from the "Having a greencard upon entry" and "financial struggel" what else makes filing for an IR-1/CR-1 better than a K-1.

Length of time for K-1 petition approval is not country-dependent.

 

The wait for a green card, and the inability to travel or work after arrival are a big deal to most people.  

1 minute ago, MarJhi said:

All things being equal, meaning all of your information is in order and correct, the processing time between NOA1 and NOA2 has nothing to do with what country the beneficiary is from.

Exactly.

[Timona 4,207]

If you want to be together ASAP, stay with her in her country and file a K-1 or CR-1 and wait for it to be adjudicated.

 

I'd advise CR-1. 

[TempunAlex 7]

25 minutes ago, Timona said:

If you want to be together ASAP, stay with her in her country and file a K-1 or CR-1 and wait for it to be adjudicated.

 

I'd advise CR-1. 

I am the beneficiary and I explained above the reason we cannot do that. What is the difference between IR-1 and CR-1?

[SalishSea 17,809]

21 minutes ago, TempunAlex said:

I am the beneficiary and I explained above the reason we cannot do that. What is the difference between IR-1 and CR-1?

CR-1 visa leads to a conditional green card, and is given when the marriage is <2 years old.  IR-1 is a 10 year green card, and is given when the marriage is >2 years.

[SalishSea 17,809]

22 minutes ago, TempunAlex said:

I am the beneficiary and I explained above the reason we cannot do that. What is the difference between IR-1 and CR-1?

Strongly suggest you do some reading and researching, including reading the guides here on VJ.  You need more than a basic understanding of how US immigration works in order to succeed.

[Timona 4,207]

43 minutes ago, TempunAlex said:

I am the beneficiary and I explained above the reason we cannot do that. What is the difference between IR-1 and CR-1?

 

Ooo you're beneficiary? 

As I said, if you want ASAP, have her move to S.America and wait for adjudication of your petition. That's the best ASAP response/scenario. 

 

Otherwise, file a petition and wait. 

[Daphne . 1,852]

With the current processing times being relatively close to each other, you can’t really base the decision to go K1 or CR1 on that. 
 

Besides, if she can’t leave the US to get married, the K1 would be the only option for you! 

[JoshandSarah 52]

5 hours ago, Jorgedig said:

It is no longer "fastest" overall, and the AOS process for K-1s is a big negative.

 

Most of us who did a K-1 even when the petition process was only 6 months (vs current 13 months) would have chosen a CR-1 in retrospect.

 

"Fast" is not a reasonable criterion for choosing a visa in 2022.

 

 

I could not agree more with this comment.

Edited July 18, 2022 by JoshandSarah

[Redro 4,611]

5 hours ago, TempunAlex said:

Hey guys,

 

I'm new here and I've been reading through the forum for some input from individuals on going the K-1 route. 

 

My fiance and I are just about ready to file for the K-1 this coming week. We're just wanting to make sure this would be the fastest route to be together. We've been seeing through several apps and facebook groups that this is the case as the processing backlog is almost null with cases from as early as December 2021 already being processed. We want to be together as quickly as possible and the financial aspect would not be a factor for me since I own a company here in South America and make passive income. I would be easily able to support and maintain us for 2 whole years if needed. I also know that if I bring my driver's license I can trade it in for an international driver's license once within the US so driving is not another issue for me. 

 

I'm just asking for some input from people since they keep claiming IR-1 and CR-1 are the way to go, our only issue is that we cannot get married as she cannot travel due to work and having 2 small children (Which I am dying to live with and yes we've met already in person, have lots of proof etc).

 

Would greatly appreciate some input from you guys, 

 

Thank you!

When is the last time you saw her? She was able to travel then but unable to now? How many times have you met and will she be able to travel to see you while the I-129F is pending? 

The CR1/IR1 and K1 timelines for Uruguay haven't been updated for a few years (last interview according to VJ was in 2019 for both categories). 

3 CR1/IR1s issued in May. 4 in April. 3 in March.  Monthly Immigrant Visa &nbsp;Stats

2 K1s were issued in May.None in April. None in March. Monthly Non-Immigrant Visa Stats. 

 

If you really think the K1 will be quicker (especially if your partner cannot visit you for another 6-12 months) I would go the K1 route. You seem convinced this is the best option for you. 

Not sure if Montevideo has K1s as low priority or most US/Uruguay couples decide spousal visa is the better option. 

 

You can always file the I-129F now and if the waiting times increase revisit your decision when you and your partner decide to meet again and reconsider the spousal route. 

 

Good luck! The immigration process (K1 or spousal) is not quick or easy and can really test your relationship. I wish you the best of luck with your decision. 

Edited July 18, 2022 by ROK2USA

[JoshandSarah 52]

5 hours ago, TempunAlex said:

Oh but we share our timelines as well as screenshots of NOA1 to NOA2 on our groups and subreddits. I do know that the philippines has longer wait times since you guys have a huge amount of applications versus countries that have way less applications like mine or even countries like Peru etc. I am not having insane expactations, I know it can take up to 13 months or so, just trying to figure out apart from the "Having a greencard upon entry" and "financial struggel" what else makes filing for an IR-1/CR-1 better than a K-1.

Coming on here thinking you know, after somebody suggested something to you is a big mistake on here. People are taking the time out of their day to guide you. Many people come on here thinking they know what the processing times are and are then very disappointed when they find out their information they've gotten is incorrect. Just letting you know how it usually is. Also something I didn't do for a long time was use the search bar on VJ it's very helpful cause people have usually asked similar questions recently. Have a good day.