Individuals who are married to United States citizens but reside abroad are eligible to receive temporary visas to enter the United States and subsequently file for permanent residence through an Adjustment of Status application. Spouses of United States citizens may apply for K-3 visas after filing and receiving a receipt notice for an Immigrant Petition (I-130). Although a spouse of a United States citizen may elect to wait outside the United States until the I-130 Immigrant Petition is approved, the K-3 provides an alternative and often more rapid solution for those spouses who wish to enter the United States while the I-130 is pending and who are not otherwise able to do so. The child of a K-3 may be eligible for a K-4 visa. However, the child will not be able to obtain permanent residence unless the United States citizen step-parent files a separate I-130 on his or her behalf.
The Bae Law Group works with clients to determine the most expeditious and convenient method of entry for spouses of United States citizens. The K-3 Visa may be only one of several options for those married to United States citizens. Because multiple options may exist for a couple, our firm meets and educates clients regarding the obstacles and processing times involved in these applications so that they make informed decisions on their immigration planning.
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