In love and wondering what visa to apply for...

[mlugo 0]

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

[^KK^ 3]

Once you file K-1, you shouldn't enter the US. It's only 6 months...okay I know it long time for lovers...but it's worth the wait.

Look around on this site for more stories about coming after filing but before approval.

[scandal 951]

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

You could get married in Mexico and then file for a spousal visa (either K3 or CR1). If you are able to get a visitor's visa while you are waiting, you will be able to come to the US to visit. However your chances of getting a visitor's visa will be very slim since you will be perceived as having immigrant intent at that point. If you are able to show significant ties to Mexico (job, house, etc.) that would indicate your return, you may be able to convince them. I think it will be much easier for your husband to visit you in Mexico during that interval.

Direct consular filing will only apply if your future husband lives in Mexico for a substantial period of time. This does not seem to be the case? Does your boyfriend live in Mexico or the US?

The K1 will require that you NOT marry now, and you MUST marry in the US after you receive the visa and move to the US. During the waiting interval, a similar situation will apply regarding visitor visa. It's unlikely you would get one, since you are waiting for a K1 and hence have established immigrant intent.

Good luck, and welcome to VJ!

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

Here are the factors you should consider. Are you working now? Do you need to work when you arrive ASAP? Then get married in Mexico and apply for the CR-1. It takes a little longer, during which time you can visit, but when you arrive you have your green card and are ready to go to work, if that is a factor, and you can keep your job in Mexico until then.

If working right away is not an issue, then the K-1 will get you here faster...but it will be 3-6 months after you file AOS until you work, and you must get married to file AOS. We didn't delay and my wife had her green card 4 months after arrival. Also during this time you will not be able to travel outside the USA and return.

You will not be eligible for DCF unless your USC spouse has lived in Mexico for 6 months prior to applying. DCF is better for USCs who are outside the country for extended periods, like work assignments or military.

So those are the factors, k-1 is faster but you are only "half done" when you arrive and restricted until you finish AOS. CR-1 takes longer but you are finished when you arrive and can work and travel immediately. The CR-1 works out being cheaper also, by about $500 or so. In my opinion, the decision should not be about cost or speed, but what works best for you. Read the guides for details.

And during the process, there is NO restriction to visiting the USA, however, be sure to bring evidence you will be returning to Mexico. A letter from an employer granting a leave is best, home ownership papers or rental lease is good also. Round trip tickets if flying, etc. There IS a possibility they could deny entry into the USA during the process. There are some threads here describing what other people have done and how to go about travel during the process.

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

You could get married in Mexico and then file for a spousal visa (either K3 or CR1). If you are able to get a visitor's visa while you are waiting, you will be able to come to the US to visit. However your chances of getting a visitor's visa will be very slim since you will be perceived as having immigrant intent at that point. If you are able to show significant ties to Mexico (job, house, etc.) that would indicate your return, you may be able to convince them. I think it will be much easier for your husband to visit you in Mexico during that interval.

Direct consular filing will only apply if your future husband lives in Mexico for a substantial period of time. This does not seem to be the case? Does your boyfriend live in Mexico or the US?

The K1 will require that you NOT marry now, and you MUST marry in the US after you receive the visa and move to the US. During the waiting interval, a similar situation will apply regarding visitor visa. It's unlikely you would get one, since you are waiting for a K1 and hence have established immigrant intent.

Good luck, and welcome to VJ!

Why would a Mexican national need a visitor visa? Mexicans can freely travel to the USA with a passport, no different than Canadians.

[DaleandPat 0]

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

If you have not found this page at this site here is the link http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...page=compare#k3

There may be more paperwork with the K3 than the K1. According to the California Service Center both takes 5 months now. I met someone in the Philippines and I am going with the K1. Everyone tells me it is less hastle than the K3. I thought that a Mexican can visit the USA without a visa and vise versa. If this is true you can still visit while you wait.

[MrsBocanegra 3]

Why would a Mexican national need a visitor visa? Mexicans can freely travel to the USA with a passport, no different than Canadians.

It is completely different for Mexicans. Mexicans MUST get a visitor’s visa in order to travel to the USA. I wish it was as easy as the Canadians, but it isn’t. My soon to be father-in-law has tried six times to get a visitor’s visa and each time has been denied for not having enough ties in Mexico. His proof included 4 properties, a job as a principal, wife and kids in Mexico, bank accounts, and one of the times he applied he held a seat in the local political office and was STILL denied. It can be super tough to get a visitor’s visa.

Mlugo,

I was in the same situation I couldn’t decide between a K-1 or CR-1. It honestly just depends on your personal situation. I ended up moving to Mexico and filed for a K-1. I really didn’t want to be apart from my SO and I was in a good spot to pick up and move. So far it is working out well. While we wait for K-1 to be approved we are together and I am experiencing a new culture. What part of Mexico does your SO live in?

Andrea

[JimVaPhuong 4,863]

Why would a Mexican national need a visitor visa? Mexicans can freely travel to the USA with a passport, no different than Canadians.

I don't think Mexico is treated the same as Canada. I think a visa is still required.

http://mexico.usembassy.gov/eng/evisas_tourist.html

[scandal 951]

You could get married in Mexico and then file for a spousal visa (either K3 or CR1). If you are able to get a visitor's visa while you are waiting, you will be able to come to the US to visit. However your chances of getting a visitor's visa will be very slim since you will be perceived as having immigrant intent at that point. If you are able to show significant ties to Mexico (job, house, etc.) that would indicate your return, you may be able to convince them. I think it will be much easier for your husband to visit you in Mexico during that interval.

Why would a Mexican national need a visitor visa? Mexicans can freely travel to the USA with a passport, no different than Canadians.

I think you're wrong about that Gary.

http://mexico.usembassy.gov/eng/evisas.html

Today, as in the past, most travelers to the U.S. must obtain a visa.

[웃 910]

You could get married in Mexico and then file for a spousal visa (either K3 or CR1). If you are able to get a visitor's visa while you are waiting, you will be able to come to the US to visit. However your chances of getting a visitor's visa will be very slim since you will be perceived as having immigrant intent at that point. If you are able to show significant ties to Mexico (job, house, etc.) that would indicate your return, you may be able to convince them. I think it will be much easier for your husband to visit you in Mexico during that interval.

Why would a Mexican national need a visitor visa? Mexicans can freely travel to the USA with a passport, no different than Canadians.

I think you're wrong about that Gary.

http://mexico.usembassy.gov/eng/evisas.html

Today, as in the past, most travelers to the U.S. must obtain a visa.

Definitely wrong about that, especially with the enormous (Mexican) illegal immigration problem! My wife was denied two times on two occasions the B2 visitor visa. Not only do you need a visa to enter the US from Mexico; it is incredibly difficult to obtain. I went twice to the US embassy in Mexico City and watched a good 1 out of 20 people come out with tears in their eyes from being denied. Just a guess, but probably 15 out of 20 get denied.

...If Mexicans didn't need a visa to cross the border then half of that country would be missing.

[CA dreamer 3]

pity on mexico far from god and near the usa:) this word i think was said by the Mexican president

if you are in a hurry to get your partner file for k1

if you plan for marriage so go the cr1 route better than k3 and read the guides also.

best of luck

[Nik+Heather 121]

Don't forget the costs.

The K1 is much more expensive than the CR-1 visa, not only in straight up dollars, but in the lost work time involved. You'll have to assess your own financial situation as well.

[R de la R 2]

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

If you have not found this page at this site here is the link http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...page=compare#k3

There may be more paperwork with the K3 than the K1. According to the California Service Center both takes 5 months now. I met someone in the Philippines and I am going with the K1. Everyone tells me it is less hastle than the K3. I thought that a Mexican can visit the USA without a visa and vise versa. If this is true you can still visit while you wait.

According to the California Service Center both takes 5 months now, in theory.

[R de la R 2]

Hi, this is a wonderful Web site! My boyfriend and I found it and are learning all about our options and requirements to get married soon. He is American and I am Mexican. We're considering the ramifications of getting married in Mexico, applying for the Spouse Visa, then I as a Mexican resident with a US Tourist Visa, 'visiting' my husband using that while we wait for the Spouse Visa. Can someone be kind enough to tell us if that's the way we should proceed? What is the best option for us - the Spouse Visa or the Fiancee Visa? Or, could we apply for the Direct Consular Filing?

Thanks! Blessings

mlugo

If you have not found this page at this site here is the link http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...page=compare#k3

There may be more paperwork with the K3 than the K1. According to the California Service Center both takes 5 months now. I met someone in the Philippines and I am going with the K1. Everyone tells me it is less hastle than the K3. I thought that a Mexican can visit the USA without a visa and vise versa. If this is true you can still visit while you wait.

According to the California Service Center both takes 5 months now, in theory.

I don't have the chance now but If I would have the chance I would go for a CR-1

[Chica Yeyé 41]

Why would a Mexican national need a visitor visa? Mexicans can freely travel to the USA with a passport, no different than Canadians.

WRONG. Mexican citizens need a visa to visit the US. Your information is incorrect.

[Zee Bee 61]

Once you file K-1, you shouldn't enter the US. It's only 6 months...okay I know it long time for lovers...but it's worth the wait.

Look around on this site for more stories about coming after filing but before approval.

If she can prove ties to Mexico there is no reason why she cannot visit while the K1 is pending. Many people do it.