A K-1 visa, or fiancé(e) visa, is a non-immigrant visa allowing a U.S. citizen to bring their foreign fiancé(e) and get married within 90 days of entering the country. It’s a crucial step for couples looking to begin their blissful union within the country.
Part of the k1 visa is a mandatory interview, which can feel overwhelming and intimidating to your foreign fiancé(e). This interview is carried out by USCIS, (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) officials to determine the background, kind of relationship, marriage plans, and future intentions of your fiancé(e). This ensures the visa petition is legitimate.
In this article, we’ll provide you with questions often asked by USCIS officials to help your fiancé(e) prepare, feel confident, and ace the interview.
What is the K1 Fiancé Visa
Before we delve into the likely questions your foreign fiancé(e) should be prepared for, let’s clarify what the K-1 fiancé Visa is and its significance. This type of visa is issued to the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen. Therefore, it’s a nonimmigrant visa granting foreign fiancé(e) a one-way entry to the U.S. under a clause: the U.S. citizen sponsor and fiancé(e) are expected to get married within 90 days of his/her arrival.
Getting a K1 Visa involves several processes, background checks, and reviews. The U.S. citizen sponsor is expected to file Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e). In contrast, the other half from a foreign country files a Form DS-160. After filing the necessary application forms, USCIS will contact you and schedule an interview with your fiancé(e).
Preparing for K1 Visa Interview Questions
Reviewing and studying sample K1 Visa interview questions are excellent practices to help prepare ahead of D-day. Keep in mind, these questions are not designed to trick or deceive you. There is no hidden agenda. Therefore, it’s best to answer the question honestly for a more compelling case, as their primary goal is to authenticate your love with the U.S. citizen sponsor. This way, your story can be coherent without discrepancies which often leads the USCIS officials to question your intention and love relationship with your fiancé(e) (U.S. citizen sponsor).
Common Questions Asked About You and Your Fiancé(e)
- What is your fiancé(e)’s full name?
- What is your date of birth and your fiancé(e)’s?
- How old are you? How old is your fiancé(e)?
- What is your nationality? Where does your fiancé(e) live in the USA?
- Have you ever committed a crime or been arrested?
- Where were you born? Where did your fiancé(e) create most of his/her childhood memories?
- Are you currently working? What do your fiancé(e) do for a living?
- Have you ever traveled outside your country?
- Is this your first time applying for a K1 visa?
- What’s your plan if your K1 visa application is approved?