What is Form I-129F?
Filing Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé, is the first step for a foreign national fiancé to come to the United States for the purpose of marriage and permanently immigrating. In general, eligibility to file the I-129F petition requires that you and your fiancé:
Can a K-3 visa holder file an I-129F?
Eligibility to file the I-129F petition requires that there by a pending Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. The U.S. citizen petition will need to submit evidence that he or she has filed Form I-130 with USCIS. The K-3 visa permits the foreign national spouse to travel to the United States and file Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status.
Can I Marry my fiance and file I-129F?
In general, eligibility to file the I-129F petition requires that you and your fiancé: Are legally free to marry and intend to marry within 90 days of your fiancé’s admission to the United States; and Have met each other in person within the two years immediately before you file the petition, unless you establish that either:
Is my ex wife’s maiden name on my I-129F?
It doesn’t say whether this is his/her maiden name or after-marriage name. I-129F Instructions don’t indicate, either. In addition, what if your ex has reverted to her/his original (maiden) name after divorcing you?
What makes a great I-129F packet?
A GREAT I-129F packet shows the government that you’re serious about approval. For a solid approval (like what you read above) you focus on… And you avoid denials or delays because of mistakes, red flags, or not enough proof.
How long does it take for USCIS to review Form I-129F?
The initial I-129F petition forms review takes several months. It’s when the USCIS adjudicates your I-129F petition, confirms eligibility, inspects your evidence of relationship, does a background check, etc. . During this time, the USCIS may ask you questions for any missing/required evidence.
How to fill out multiple Filer waiver for I-129F?
Depending on when and how many petitions you’ve filed, you may have to request a multiple filer waiver. Fill out your previous I-129F petition, the dates, and outcome (“approved, denied” etc). Question 48 – 49 – ask if you have young children under the age of 18 regardless of where they live or if they’ve been adopted. If yes, write their ages.