K3 Spouse Visa
Purpose of K-3 Spouse Visa
The purpose of the K-3 Spouse Visa is to allow spouses (and their children - see K-4 visa) of U.S. citizens who are waiting abroad for approval of the I-130 petition, to enter the United States to complete processing for permanent resident status (under the LIFE Act and Amendments of 2000).
Eligibility Requirements for K-3 Spouse Visa
In general, to qualify for a K-3 Spouse Visa you, the applicant, must:
- be legally married to a U.S. citizen;
- have legally terminated all previous marriages;
- be the beneficiary of a spouse petition filed on your behalf by your U.S. citizen spouse;
- intend to enter the U.S. to await approval of your spouse petition and subsequent adjustment to permanent residence status;
Supporting Documents for a K-3 Spouse Visa
Supporting documents necessary to prove your eligibility for a K-3 Spouse Visa will vary depending on the specifics of your case, but in general should include (but are not limited to):
- a copy of Form I-797, Notice of Action as evidence of your U.S. citizen spouse's filing of the I-130 spouse petition on your behalf;
- evidence of citizenship of U.S. citizen spouse including but not limited to copies of U.S. passport, copies of U.S. birth certificate, etc.;
- evidence of spousal relationship, including but not limited to copies of your marriage certificate, marriage photos, etc.;
- proof of legal termination of all previous marriages;
- evidence that the marriage was entered into in good faith, including but not limited to documentation showing joint ownership of property, common residence, common bank accounts, birth certificates of children, affidavits of third parties, joint tax returns, marriage photos, letters, etc.
The suitability of a K-3 visa for your situation will be evaluated by a professional immigration attorney upon the initiation of your case. If after initial review of your case your attorney determines that there is another visa or immigration category more suitable for your situation, your attorney will advise you of your eligibility for the alternative category and you may elect to proceed accordingly. If your attorney determines that you do not reasonably qualify for any available nonimmigrant or immigrant category, your attorney will advise you of your lack of eligibility and may reserve the right to withdraw from your case. A case initiation fee may apply.
How PowerVisa Can Help
- We thoroughly evaluate your situation to determine the most appropriate eligibility class available to you.
- We provide personalized guidance in gathering supporting documents that will most effectively present your case to the immigration authorities or consulate officer.
- We carefully prepare and review your forms and documents prior to filing so as to minimize any requests for additional evidence or likelihood of rejection.
- We carefully monitor the progress of your case and provide you with 24/7 online access to your case status information.
- We provide personalized guidance and sample questions to thoroughly prepare you for your immigration / visa interview.
- We provide you with ongoing access to your own PowerVisa immigration lawyer for answering any immigration questions or concerns that may arise during the process.
