i'm canadian and my bf is american....we plan on getting married soon....can i go and stay in the us with the intention of marriage....how much are the filling fees.....how long is the process...can i apply for work as soon as we're married...
2007-10-27 13:04:03 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
It is illegal for you to come to the US to marry and stay without having the appropriate visa. The visa for your purpose is called a K-1 Fiance visa and some searching will explain the process and fees to you.
The adjustment of status application now costs over $1000. The fiance visa and petition will be another $500+.
It takes about 6 months before you can come to the US, and you can apply for a work permit with your adjustment of status, after you are married. The work permit takes about 3 months from application.
You need to plan and save up money to immigrate. It's not cheap or fast.
2007-10-27 14:12:06 · answer #1 · answered by BeenThereDoneThat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can marry your American boyfriend in the US and reside thereat. The fees to apply for a resident visa is just minimal.
2007-10-27 20:12:45 · answer #2 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋