K-1 Fiancé Visa Lawyer in Austin, TX
Your Life Together Starts Now. We’ll Handle the Paperwork.
Planning a wedding is exciting, but navigating the U.S. immigration system can be stressful. You’ve found your partner; now let us help you bring them home. Since 2008, the team at Nanthaveth & Associates has helped countless couples in Texas reunite through the K-1 fiancé visa process. We manage the legal complexities so you can focus on your future together.
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Our Clients’ Wins: From Long Distance to a Life Together
K-1 Fiancé Visa
From Application to “I Do”
We helped Maria bring her fiancé from Mexico with a K-1 visa. Within a year, they were happily married and building a life together in Austin.
H-1B Visa
Turning a Job Offer Into a U.S. Career
When Raj was offered a tech role in Texas, our team secured his H-1B visa in weeks. Now he’s thriving in his dream job.
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A Family Reunited in Houston
We guided the Nguyen family through consular processing and adjustment of status. In just over 12 months, parents and children were living together again in their new home.
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What Is a K-1 Fiancé Visa?
The K-1 visa, or fiancé(e) visa, is a special travel document that allows the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States for one purpose: to get married. Once your fiancé(e) arrives, you have a strict, non-extendable window of 90 days to marry.
For many couples, the K-1 visa is the preferred route over marrying abroad and filing a spousal petition. Here are the advantages this path offers:
- Start your life together sooner: The K-1 process is often significantly faster than the spousal visa process, allowing you to reunite in the United States earlier.
- Navigate the final steps together: After arriving and getting married, your spouse can apply for a Green Card from within the United States.
- Plan your dream U.S. wedding: The visa allows you to have your wedding in the United States, surrounded by friends and family.
While these benefits are powerful, they are not guaranteed. The K-1 process is unforgiving of errors, and a single mistake can erase the time advantage and lead to heartbreaking delays. At Nanthaveth & Associates, our role is to ensure your application is perfect the first time.
We meticulously manage every step of the K-1 and subsequent Green Card process, protecting your timeline and allowing you to focus on the joy of starting your life together.
The K-1 Visa Process, Simplified by Our K-1 Visa Attorneys
The path from "yes" to "welcome home" involves multiple government agencies and strict deadlines. Our experienced team manages this entire journey for you.
Step 1: The I-129F Petition
As a U.S. citizen, you begin by filing the I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e), with USCIS. We compile a comprehensive package of evidence to establish the authenticity of your relationship from day one.
Step 2: National Visa Center (NVC) Processing
Once USCIS approves the petition, the case is transferred to the NVC. We monitor this transfer and work to ensure the case is promptly forwarded to the correct U.S. embassy or consulate in your fiancé(e)’s home country.
Step 3: The Consular Interview
This is the most crucial stage for your fiancé(e). We thoroughly prepare them for the interview, ensuring they have all the correct documentation and are confident in answering the consular officer’s questions.
Step 4: Visa Issuance and Arrival in the U.S.
Upon approval, your fiancé(e) will receive their K-1 visa and can travel to the United States. We provide guidance on port of entry procedures to ensure a smooth arrival.
Step 5: Marriage and Adjustment of Status
After you marry within the 90-day window, we immediately begin preparing the I-485 application to adjust your new spouse’s status to lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
Are you in need of help from an Immigration Attorney?
Don't hesitate to contact Nanthaveth & Associates. We have helped many people in the same situation as you. Contact us today for a consultation.
Are you in need of help from an Immigration Attorney?
Don't hesitate to contact Nanthaveth & Associates. We have helped many people in the same situation as you. Contact us today for a consultation.
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Our Austin-based team proudly supports employers and professionals across Texas and nationwide — immigration law is federal, so our experience crosses borders.
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Our Office
11211 Taylor Draper Lane Suite 107 Austin, TX 78759
Tel: (512) 371-9000
Hours:
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions About the K-1 Fiancé Visa
Can my fiancé(e)’s children come to the U.S., too?
Yes. Your fiancé(e)’s unmarried children under the age of 21 may be eligible to come with them under a derivative K-2 visa.
Can my fiancé(e) work in the U.S. on a K-1 visa?
After arriving, your fiancé(e) can apply for work authorization (an employment authorization document), which is valid for the 90-day period they are in the U.S. on their K-1 visa.
What happens if we don’t get married within 90 days?
Your fiancé(e) must leave the United States immediately. The K-1 visa cannot be extended, and overstaying will result in a violation of U.S. immigration law and potential deportation.
I am a green card holder, not a U.S. citizen. Can I petition for my fiancé(e)?
No. Only U.S. citizens are eligible to petition for a fiancé(e) with a K-1 visa. Lawful permanent residents must marry their partner first and then file a petition for a spouse.
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