Nonimmigrant K-1 — Fiancé(e)Verified 2026-04-19USA Fiancé(e) Visa (K-1) — Informational
The K-1 visa allows the foreign fiancé(e) of a US citizen to enter the US to marry within 90 days. After marrying, the K-1 holder applies for Adjustment of Status (AOS) to get a Green Card. Children under 21 get K-2. Petition-based — US citizen files I-129F with USCIS first.
Complex — requires I-129F petition + AOS after marriage. Best handled by a US immigration attorney with fiancé visa experience.
Processing
I-129F + NVC + Consulate — typically 8-12 months total
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days (to marry); then adjust status to Green Card
Starting Fee
$185
Apply At
6 VFS centres
Who Can Apply
- Foreign fiancé(e) of US citizen (not PR / Green Card holder)
- Both parties have met in person in last 2 years (with exceptions)
- Both legally free to marry
- Intent to marry within 90 days of entering the US
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| B-1/B-2 Business/Tourist visa | $185 |
| F-1 / M-1 Student visa | $185 |
| J-1 Exchange Visitor | $185 |
| H/L/O/P/Q Work visas | $205 |
| R-1 Religious Worker visa | $205 |
| C/D Transit/Crewmember visa | $185 |
| I Journalist/Media | $185 |
| K-1 Fiancé(e) | $265 |
| E Treaty Trader/Investor | $315 |
All US nonimmigrant visa (MRV) fees are set in USD by the Department of State and paid online in India via usvisascheduling.com. The INR amount depends on exchange rate on payment day. Additional costs: SEVIS fee for F/M/J visas (paid to ICE separately), VFS document delivery charges, photograph, and any USCIS petition fees (for work visas — usually paid by employer). MRV fees are non-refundable regardless of interview outcome. Plus USCIS I-129F filing fee ($535) paid by US citizen petitioner. Total journey (I-129F → K-1 → AOS → Green Card) costs $3,000+ across fees.
Documents Required
Overview — for informational reference only
- !I-129F Approval Notice from USCIS
Filed by US citizen petitioner.
- !Evidence of meeting in person within last 2 years
Photos, travel records, joint bookings.
- !Evidence of genuine relationship
Communication history, future plans, meeting photos, statutory statements from family/friends.
- !US citizen petitioner's status evidence (birth certificate / naturalisation certificate)
- !US citizen's financial ability evidence (I-134 Affidavit of Support)
Must meet 125% of federal poverty guideline.
- !Police certificates from all countries resided 6+ months since age 16
- !Medical exam from US-approved Indian panel physician
- !Both parties legally free to marry
Divorce decrees, death certificates of previous spouses, if applicable.
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
US citizen files I-129F with USCIS
Includes evidence of relationship + meeting + intent to marry.
USCIS approves → forwards to NVC (National Visa Centre)
NVC processes and sends case to US Embassy/Consulate in Delhi.
Fiancé(e) completes DS-160 + medical + police checks
Consular phase.
Interview at US Embassy
Focus: genuine relationship, intent to marry, admissibility.
Visa approved → enter US within 6 months
Marry US citizen within 90 days.
Apply for Adjustment of Status (AOS)
File I-485 to get Green Card. Can work after receiving EAD.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
DS-160 — Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application
Mandatory online form for ALL US nonimmigrant visa applicants. Complete, submit, and print the confirmation page (with barcode) BEFORE booking your appointment.
US Embassy India — Official Visa Information
Official information on US visa services in India — covers all categories, updates, and notices.
USTravelDocs India — Appointment Scheduling & Fees
Where Indian applicants pay MRV fee, schedule VAC (biometrics) + Consulate (interview) appointments, and track passport return.
SEVIS Fee Payment (I-901) — for F/M/J visas
Required for student and exchange visa applicants BEFORE the visa interview. Keep the receipt.
USCIS — Petition-based Work Visa Information
For H-1B, L-1, O-1, etc — the employer files I-129 petition with USCIS first; approval notice (I-797) is required at visa interview.
VFS Application Centres
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does K-1 take?+
K-1 vs CR-1 spouse visa?+
Can I work on K-1?+
Why doesn't SureshotVisa process US work visas?+
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other United States visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other United States Visa Types
USA Tourist Visa (B-2 — Tourism / Visit Family)
Non-immigrant visa for Indian citizens visiting the US for tourism, leisure, medical, or to see family/friends. Typically 10-year multiple-entry. $185.
USA Business Visa (B-1 — Business Visitor)
Non-immigrant visa for Indian professionals doing business activities in the US — meetings, conferences, negotiations, consulting. $185. Usually combined B-1/B-2.
USA Student Visa (F-1 — Academic Student)
Full-time study visa for Indian students at US universities/colleges. Requires I-20 from SEVP-certified school + SEVIS fee + funds evidence. $185 visa fee.
USA Exchange Visitor Visa (J-1) — Informational
For participants in State-Department-approved exchange programs — research scholars, interns, trainees, au pairs, summer work travel, physicians. Sponsor-driven.
USA H-1B Work Visa (Speciality Occupation) — Informational
Petition-based work visa for Indian professionals with US job offers in specialty occupations requiring bachelor's+. Annual lottery, 65,000 cap + 20,000 US master's. $205.
USA L-1 Intra-Company Transfer Visa — Informational
For Indian managers/executives (L-1A) or specialised-knowledge employees (L-1B) transferring to a US branch/subsidiary of their employer. No annual cap. $205.
USA O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa — Informational
For individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, athletics, or film. Petition-based, no cap. Stringent standards.
USA P Visa (Athletes, Entertainers, Artists) — Informational
For internationally recognised athletes, entertainers, artists, or performers entering the US for specific events/competitions. P-1, P-2, P-3 sub-categories.
Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global United States website and Embassy of United States. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.