How to Get a Fiancé (K-1) Visa in Salt Lake City and Surrounding Areas

fiancé visa in Salt Lake City

If you’re investigating how to arrange a fiancé (K-1) visa in Utah, you may feel overwhelmed by the wealth of confusing and contradictory information available online, or you just might have simple questions that need straightforward answers.

The process for obtaining a fiancé visa doesn’t have to be overwhelming, time-consuming or even expensive if you have an excellent legal advocate on your side, handling the details and guiding you through every step of the process.

Buhler Thomas Law, P. C. specializes in helping clients obtain the proper authorization for their future spouse to legally enter the country. Our streamlined approach and in-depth experience allow us to assist you as quickly and affordably as possible, so that you can look forward to your future.

The K-1 Visa for a Fiancé Who Is Not a Citizen

The K-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa, designed to open the door for non-citizens (foreign nationals) to enter the country legally, for the purpose of marrying a U.S. citizen. A primary requirement, therefore, is that once your fiancé is in the country you must complete your marriage within 90 days of entry.  You can obtain a fiancé visa for a same-sex partners.

An additional requirement is you must have met your fiancé in person at least once in the past two years. Although you may request a waiver for this requirement if it would cause extreme hardship or violate your religious principles.

Securing a fiancé visa is typically preferable to applying abroad for a marriage green card through the consular process.

Once you’re married through a fiancé visa, your new spouse can apply for a marriage green card in the U.S.  We can also help with this.

Do You Need a Lawyer for a Fiancé Visa?

One of the most common questions we hear is, “do I have to have a lawyer to get a fiancé visa in Utah?”

The bottom line is that you are not required to have an attorney to apply for a K-1 fiancé visa. Many applicants, however, find the process extremely complex and time-consuming to navigate. If you don’t complete every step in accordance with the regulations, you could find yourself in an endless loop of frustration without making any progress.

Getting help can be reasonable and effective, if you choose the right visa attorney in Salt Lake City or vicinity.

Find Help for Getting Your Fiancé Visa

Buhler Thomas Law works exclusively with immigration issues, putting our wealth of experience and highly specialized knowledge to work for our clients.

We take a unique approach to our work, pursuing your immigration goals with highly personalized and targeted legal strategies. We focus on practical solutions to every scenario and design our approach around your specific challenges and objectives.

We understand that you have a profound and personal interest in clearing the path for your wedding. Rest assured that we will work diligently to help you realize your dreams for the future.

Contact us now to learn more about how we can assist you in obtaining a K-1 fiancé visa in Salt Lake City or anywhere in the northern Utah area.

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