For couples ready to start their life together in the U.S.

Bring Your Fiancé(e) Home With a K-1 Visa

Flat-fee K-1 visa petition and consular processing guidance
Personalized support for couples navigating international engagement and immigration
Bilingual legal services to keep love—and paperwork—clear and stress-free

Don’t let distance or delays stand in the way of your future—call today at 516-208-2060 to bring your fiancé home.

When Love Spans Borders, the Process Shouldn’t Feel Impossible

Falling in love is easy—immigration paperwork isn’t. Between complex forms, consular interviews, and long wait times, it’s easy to feel lost in the system.

The K-1 fiancé(e) visa gives engaged couples a path to build their life together in the U.S., but the process must be handled with precision to avoid delays or denials.

At Dinits Immigration Law, we make that path clear. We help you prepare every form, collect the right evidence, and navigate the consulate interview with confidence.

With over 20 years of experience, we bring clarity, compassion, and peace of mind to couples reuniting across borders.

Call us today at 516-208-2060 and take the first step toward your life together.

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Your Love Story, Protected by the Right Legal Guidance

Your relationship deserves the chance to grow without fear of separation. The K-1 visa lets your fiancé(e) enter the U.S. legally so you can marry and begin your new life here.

Guidance From Petition to Wedding Day

We handle everything from the initial filing to the final interview—so you can focus on your relationship, not the red tape.

Bilingual Support Every Step of the Way

Our team works fluently in English and Spanish, ensuring that every form and conversation is clear and accurate.

Preparation for Next Steps After Marriage

Once your fiancé(e) arrives, we guide you through the adjustment of status process to secure their green card.

Call 516-208-2060 today to begin your journey together.

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Why Couples Trust Dinits Immigration Law

1. Decades of Immigration Law Experience

With more than 20 years in family-based immigration, Attorney Michelle Dinits has helped countless couples successfully complete the K-1 process.

2. Compassionate, Relationship-Focused Guidance

We know this process is personal. You’ll always be treated with respect, empathy, and confidentiality.

3. Attention to Every Detail

From evidence of your relationship to consular documentation, we ensure your application is thorough and accurate.

4. Consular Interview Preparation

We prepare you and your fiancé(e) for interviews abroad, including what questions to expect and how to respond confidently.

5. Support Beyond the Visa

After marriage, we assist with adjustment of status, green cards, and long-term immigration planning for your family’s future.

Call 516-208-2060 now to start your K-1 visa application.

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Can the K1 Visa Help You?

Are you part of an engaged couple where one partner is a U.S. citizen and the other lives abroad?

We can help in situations such as:

Couples planning to marry within 90 days of their fiancé(e)’s arrival in the U.S.
Fiancé(e)s living abroad who need guidance through the consular process
Applicants needing help proving a bona fide relationship or meeting documentation standards
Couples managing embassy delays or communication barriers

Call us now at 516-208-2060 to take the next step toward uniting your family.

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Life After the K-1 Visa

Once your fiancé(e) arrives and you’re married, the next step is adjustment of status—a green card application that turns temporary permission into permanent stability.

With our guidance, you can transition smoothly from visa approval to lawful permanent residency without worry.

Call 516-208-2060 to begin your process today.

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How We Make It Happen

We make the K-1 process simple and stress-free with complete guidance and bilingual support.

1. Full Eligibility Review:

We confirm that you meet all USCIS and consular requirements.

2. Petition Preparation and Filing:

We complete and submit Form I-129F accurately and on time.

3. Relationship Evidence Organization:

We help gather and present proof of your genuine relationship.

4. Consular Interview Preparation:

We coach your fiancé(e) on what to expect abroad.

5. Ongoing Communication:

We track your petition and keep you updated at every stage.

6. Post-Marriage Adjustment Support:

We assist with the transition to a green card.

Call 516-208-2060 to take the next step together.

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How It Works

We keep your love story moving forward—step by step.

Step 1: Schedule your consultation (virtual or in-person).

Step 2: We review your relationship details and prepare your I-129F petition.

Step 3: After USCIS approval, we guide your fiancé(e) through the consular interview and entry to the U.S.

Step 4: Once married, we help with the green card process.

Your love deserves a clear path home.

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Frequently Asked Questions About K-1 Fiancé(e) Visas

Who can apply for a K-1 visa?

Only U.S. citizens can file a petition for a foreign fiancé(e) to come to the United States on a K-1 visa. Lawful permanent residents (green card holders) are not eligible to file this type of petition.

The process begins with filing Form I-129F with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The petition must prove that both partners are legally free to marry, have met in person at least once within the last two years (unless granted a cultural or hardship waiver), and intend to marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e)’s arrival.

Once USCIS approves the petition, it is forwarded to the National Visa Center (NVC) and then to the appropriate U.S. consulate abroad for visa processing.

Call 516-208-2060 to check your eligibility.

How long does the K-1 process take?

The total processing time for a K-1 visa varies depending on where you live and which consulate is handling the case. On average, it takes about 8 to 12 months from the date USCIS receives your petition to the date the visa is issued.

Timelines depend on USCIS workload, background checks, the speed of the NVC’s document transfer, and the interview appointment availability at the U.S. embassy or consulate.

After the visa is issued, your fiancé(e) can travel to the United States, marry you within 90 days, and then apply for Adjustment of Status to obtain a green card.

Call 516-208-2060 for a personalized timeline.

Do we have to marry in the U.S.?

Yes. A K-1 visa allows your fiancé(e) to enter the United States solely for the purpose of marriage to you, the U.S. citizen petitioner. The marriage must take place within 90 days of entry.

The visa cannot be used for travel or marriage abroad, and it cannot be converted to any other visa category if the wedding does not occur.

Once the marriage takes place, the foreign spouse may remain in the U.S. and apply for a green card through Adjustment of Status.

Call 516-208-2060 for guidance on the next steps after marriage.

What happens if we don’t marry within 90 days?

If the marriage does not occur within 90 days of your fiancé(e)’s arrival, the K-1 visa automatically expires.

Your fiancé(e) must then leave the United States or risk falling out of legal status, which could lead to removal proceedings or affect future immigration eligibility. In rare cases where unexpected circumstances prevent timely marriage, legal options may exist, but they are limited.

It’s critical to address any delays immediately to preserve your fiancé(e)’s lawful status and avoid complications with USCIS or the Department of Homeland Security.

Call 516-208-2060 to find out more about the legal deadline.

Can my fiancé(e) work after arriving in the U.S.?

Yes, but work authorization is not automatic. Your fiancé(e) must apply for a work permit (Employment Authorization Document, or EAD) after entering the United States.

The first work permit can be requested immediately upon arrival using Form I-765, though it is typically valid only for the 90-day K-1 period. After marriage and while waiting for green card approval, your spouse can apply for a new, extended EAD as part of the Adjustment of Status package.

Once the green card is approved, no separate work authorization is required. Proper timing of these applications ensures there are no gaps in work eligibility.

Call 516-208-2060 to learn how to apply.

Love Has No Borders—And Neither Should You

The K-1 visa is more than paperwork; it’s the beginning of your shared future.

Dinits Immigration Law helps couples unite across borders with clear guidance, compassion, and care—because every love story deserves a happy ending.

Call 516-208-2060 today and take the first step toward bringing your fiancé(e) home.

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