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Hi,
This is for my sister for whom an alliance with a boy who is a US Citizen is being considered. I have read some of the posts and general information on immihelp. My key questions are:-
a) It seems like the K-3 visa is a faster route than consular processing. Is there any "catch" associated with K-3 visa that is not there with consular processing?
b) I understand that K-3 visa application can be made once I-130 receipt is available. How much time does it take to get I-130 receipt after filing for it and how much time does it take to get a K-3 visa? Is it just like filing for any other visa at the consulate in India?
c) I believe if you enter the US on a non immigrant visa within 2 years of marriage and file for I-485 after the I-130 is approved, you will have conditions attached to the green card that have to be removed within 90 days of the 2 year mark. Generally is it a big hassle to remove these "conditions" or is it just a formality for folks that have everything in order?
Overall, I am leaning towards advising my sister to use the K-3 route since I don't see any specific advantages of doing consular processing. I would appreciate any pointers in this regard.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Regards,
Balakrishnan
This is for my sister for whom an alliance with a boy who is a US Citizen is being considered. I have read some of the posts and general information on immihelp. My key questions are:-
a) It seems like the K-3 visa is a faster route than consular processing. Is there any "catch" associated with K-3 visa that is not there with consular processing?
b) I understand that K-3 visa application can be made once I-130 receipt is available. How much time does it take to get I-130 receipt after filing for it and how much time does it take to get a K-3 visa? Is it just like filing for any other visa at the consulate in India?
c) I believe if you enter the US on a non immigrant visa within 2 years of marriage and file for I-485 after the I-130 is approved, you will have conditions attached to the green card that have to be removed within 90 days of the 2 year mark. Generally is it a big hassle to remove these "conditions" or is it just a formality for folks that have everything in order?
Overall, I am leaning towards advising my sister to use the K-3 route since I don't see any specific advantages of doing consular processing. I would appreciate any pointers in this regard.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Regards,
Balakrishnan
