I 130 vs K1

[rockerever]

I am an Indian National; born in Taiwan, residing in India, plan to get married in Thailand to a US Citizen.
What might be the fastest route to enter the US?

• A I130 application as a spouse
• or K1 as a fiancé?

Never been to the US before and processing center might be US consulate in Mumbai, IN. Appreciate your inputs

Thanks

[newacct]

K1 means you have to marry after entering the US. If you plan to get married in Thailand, then you have to get an immigrant visa as a spouse after the marriage.

[rockerever]

Thanks for getting back. We could potentially get married in the US. Question is,

• Is it better to get married in India/Thailand and go to the US as a spouse on the I 130 route?
• Or is it better to apply for a K1 visa and go get married in the US with-in 90 days of arrival?

Trying to assess the time-lines for both and see what the best option might be as per the current scenario.

Thanks