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Hi all,

 

I was hoping someone can provide guidance on my current situation.

 

I have a K1 visa issued (it’s currently in my passport) to enter the US. Unfortunately, me and my American fiancé have parted ways and we’ll no longer be marrying within the 90 days of my entry to the U.S.

 

To make things complicated, I have a work trip next week to the U.S. with a return flight booked. My main concern is that I’m going to have a hard time with CBP entering.

 

My previous ESTA is still valid until late 2025. I have contacted the Embassy to make them aware of the situation but doubt I will hear back by my flight next week. Please can someone provide any guidance on this unique situation? Mainly on these areas:

 

- Can I just enter on my valid ESTA and communicate to CBP to revoke the K1?

- Should I apply for a new ESTA?

- Should I just enter on the K1 and just not marry and go home after my trip?

 

Thanks  in advance!


 

 

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1 hour ago, Jonny01 said:

- Can I just enter on my valid ESTA and communicate to CBP to revoke the K1?

Another vote for this.  I would not attempt to enter via the K-1 if you have no intent to marry. 

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Yes, you can visit on  your ESTA. Just make it abundantly clear that you are doing so throughout your whole journey during check-in at the airport (do not check-in online), at the gate and especially at CBP. They shouldn't let you enter on K1 without you handing over your packet, but just be safe and explain the situation. Bring evidence of ties to your home country to prove you don't have immigrant intent. 

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1 hour ago, Jonny01 said:

To make things complicated, I have a work trip next week to the U.S. with a return flight booked. My main concern is that I’m going to have a hard time with CBP entering.

 

My previous ESTA is still valid until late 2025. I have contacted the Embassy to make them aware of the situation but doubt I will hear back by my flight next week. Please can someone provide any guidance on this unique situation? 

 

Check an extra time that your ESTA is still valid.

 

1 hour ago, Jonny01 said:

- Can I just enter on my valid ESTA and communicate to CBP to revoke the K1?

 

As the others suggested, this is the best option. Just make sure you have plenty of time at PoE in your itinerary since you may well end up in secondary inspection and waiting in line for that can wreck any tight connection you may have.

 

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6 hours ago, Jonny01 said:

Hi all,

 

I was hoping someone can provide guidance on my current situation.

 

I have a K1 visa issued (it’s currently in my passport) to enter the US. Unfortunately, me and my American fiancé have parted ways and we’ll no longer be marrying within the 90 days of my entry to the U.S.

 

To make things complicated, I have a work trip next week to the U.S. with a return flight booked. My main concern is that I’m going to have a hard time with CBP entering.

 

My previous ESTA is still valid until late 2025. I have contacted the Embassy to make them aware of the situation but doubt I will hear back by my flight next week. Please can someone provide any guidance on this unique situation? Mainly on these areas:

 

- Can I just enter on my valid ESTA and communicate to CBP to revoke the K1?

- Should I apply for a new ESTA?

- Should I just enter on the K1 and just not marry and go home after my trip?

 

Thanks  in advance!


 

 

Are you sure that ESTA is still valid?

 

Entering in the K-1 in your current circumstances would be  visa fraud.   Don’t do.

 
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