Marriage Visa Guide for F1 Visa Students in the USA
Overview
There are many foreign students who come to the U.S., study and while they are studying meet a US citizen and want to eventually get married.
If you understand the different marriage visas and their requirements in relation to the F1 student visa requirements you can safely continue your schooling and obtain your Green card.
Options: Getting Married
F1 Visa to Adjustment of Status
If you are a student on an F1 visa and marry a U.S. citizen you are able to file your adjustment of status. Before you file your application you want to ensure you qualify for the adjustment of status and meet the requirements.
Each situation is different, so you also want to ensure you do not have any red flags that can cause your Adjustment of Status to be delayed or denied. Contact us at support@tnvisaexpert.com to verify you do not have any red flags that will disqualify you from the Adjustment of Status.
Once you have determined you qualify for the Adjustment of Status you can begin your Adjustment of Status application.
F1 Visa to Adjustment of Status Common Problems
Here are some common problems that F1 Visa students experience that can cause their Adjustment of Status application to be delayed or denied.
Your F1 Visa has expired (out of status), you are in the U.S. and you want to get married.
You leave the country after your Adjustment of Status has been filed but before you receive the Travel Authorization.
Attempting to enter the U.S. on an F1 visa with an intent to marry and file Adjustment of Status.
For these problem situations, if your application is prepared correctly, in many instances you can still qualify to obtain your adjustment of status. Contact us at support@tnvisaexpert.com to determine if you can still qualify.
Options: Getting Engaged
F1 Visa to K1 Fiance Visa
If you are a student on an F1 visa and you are engaged to a U.S. citizen you may be eligible to file your K1 fiancé visa. Before filing your application, verify you meet the K1 visa requirements by taking the free qualification quiz.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jacob Sapochnick
Author Jacob Sapochnick serves as the Managing Partner/CEO of a prominent law firm that focuses on immigration law. Boasting an extensive legal background spanning over a decade, he adeptly merges his enthusiasm for law with cutting-edge technology to aid clients worldwide in their journey to immigrate to the United States.