Planning Your Future Together: Fiancé Visa vs. Marriage Green Card


Planning Your Future Together: Fiancé Visa Vs. Marriage Green Card

Many couples assume that the K-1 fiancé visa is always the fastest or easiest path to living together in the United States, but the right option depends on a variety of factors unique to each relationship. In this session, Immigration Attorney Jioselin Juarez-Contreras, Executive Director Carmen Lopez, and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez explained who qualifies for a K-1 fiancé visa and K-3/K-4 visas, what happens after a fiancé enters the U.S. on a K-1 visa, and when a marriage-based green card may be the better choice. They also discussed key differences in processing times, work authorization, and international travel, as well as common mistakes couples should avoid throughout the immigration process. Whether you are engaged, recently married, or exploring your immigration options, this session will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions about your future together.

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