K-1 eligibility

U.S. immigration can be complex, especially when it involves joining your fiancé(e), a U.S. citizen, or a lawful permanent resident (LPR). The U.S. Department of State provides two main visa options for fiancé(e)s: the K-1 nonimmigrant and B-2 visitor visas. Understanding the differences and appropriate circumstances for each can make your journey smoother—we discus both the K-1 and B-2 visa options here.