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Learn about K-1 fiancé(e) visas and sponsoring a future spouse

If you are engaged to a U.S. citizen, you may be able to come to the U.S. to get married. Your future spouse must sponsor you, and you must apply for a K-1 fiancé(e) visa.

How to sponsor a fiancé(e) and apply for a K-1 visa

If you are engaged to a U.S. citizen and plan to marry and live in the U.S., your fiancé(e) must sponsor you first by filing a petition. After your fiancé(e)’s petition is approved, you can apply for a K-1 visa to come to the U.S.

Follow the steps to petition for a fiancé(e) and to apply for a K-1 visa. On that page, you will also learn:

• Relationship with your future spouse 
• Income or financial support
• How to bring eligible children
• What forms to use
• What fees you must pay

What happens after your K-1 visa is approved?

If you are issued a K-1 visa:

• You must travel to the United States to marry your fiancé(e) within 90 days of arriving. 
• After you marry, you may apply for an adjustment of status to get a Permanent Resident (Green) Card.
• K-1 visas expire after 90 days and cannot be extended.
• If you do not marry within 90 days, you must leave the country or face possible deportation.

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How Soon can Fiance/Spouse Leave USA

How soon can spouse (formerly fiance) leave the usa.

The fiance visa is a single-entry Visa. It allows your fiance to enter the USA one time only. And officially your fiance is granted only a short 90 day visit.

The expectation is your foreign fiance arrives, spends more time with you, sees where you live, experiences your lifestyle, meets your friends and the future in-laws and providing all goes well, marries you within 90 days of arrival.

But getting the visa, arriving to the USA, and marrying is not quite enough. In order to remain in the USA, there is one more step. That is to apply to US immigration to remain as a Lawful permanent resident

This is called applying for “adjustment of status”, adjusting from a temporary 90 day visitor, to a permanent resident. The process usually takes about 9 months to a year later. The final proof that permanent residency has been approved is the driver’s licence sized id card that comes in the mail. This is the so called “green card”.

Once permanent residency is granted, your spouse is officially permitted to live in the USA, to work here, and to cross into and out of the USA.

While the case with immigration is pending (remember it takes about 9 to 12 months) your spouse is automatically allowed to remain and live in the USA.

But what if your spouse doesn’t want to wait a whole year? Perhaps she or he wants to travel outside the USA sooner. Maybe wants to take a second honeymoon in the Caribbean, or return to the home country to attend a family reunion?

Well, US immigration understands that an applicant may want to travel, and that their deliberations take a long time. During or after applying for “adjustment of status”, your spouse can opt, to also submit an application for what is called “Advance Parole”.

Advance Parole is like a “get out of jail free” card. Though in this case it is “get out of (and also return to) USA” card. Once granted it allows your spouse to come and go, to and from, the USA while waiting on permanent residency to be granted. Once permanent residency IS granted and the green card arrives, the Advance Parole card can be discarded.

The normal process is one applies for Adjustment of Status plus Advance Parole at the same time. While Adjustment of Status is expected to take 9 to 12 months, Advance Parole only takes 3 months. Once approved Advanced Parole is demonstrated by a id sized card.

It looks very much like the green card which will come later.

Once granted Advance parole your spouse can start the trip, and leave the USA. On return, at the US border, presenting the Advance Parole card, and passport will be allowed to enter the USA.

In normal practice, most couples need time to organize themselves after arrival on the Fiance visa and before the wedding, and then need time after the wedding to open joint accounts, assign beneficiaries, and so on, that create the evidences needed for a smooth adjustment of status application.

In most cases, I advise couples to anticipate a minimum of 5 months before Advance Parole is granted and travel outside the USA can begin. This breaks down to a month before the wedding, plus a month after the wedding, then 3 more months after Adjustment of Status and Advance Parole has been submitted for the Advance Parole card to arrive.

It is possible to shorten the process. The couple could marry immediately upon arrival, then immediately afterwards apply for Adjustment of Status. Which should result in the Advance Parole issued the earliest possible, and for the fiance to leave the USA the soonest. About 3 months total. This kind of rush would not be that comfortable but is possible.

What if there is an Emergency in the Home Country?

US immigration has that possibility covered.

The application for Adjustment of Status must be already submitted and underway.

If the marriage has not occurred yet, or the application for permanent residency not submitted, then there is nothing USCIS can do. And if your fiance leaves the country, you’ll have to redo the entire visa process again.

Providing the AOS application HAS been submitted, in case an emergency occurs. It is possible to get Advance Parole very fast, usually the same day. You and your new spouse visit the nearest USCIS office with proof of the emergency. In such cases USCIS has been very helpful.

Bottom line. Under normal circumstances, expect to wait about 5 months before traveling outside the USA. But with a rush wedding and rush AOS application the time needed could be shaved to about 3 months. Finally, if an emergency happens, while AOS is pending, it is possible to get permission to travel the same day.

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This webpage and the pamphlet below inform applicants applying for K-1 visas as fiancé(e)s of U.S. citizens, K-3 visas as spouses of U.S. citizens, IR-1/CR-1 immigrant visas as spouses of U.S. citizens, and F2A immigrant visas as spouses of lawful permanent residents (LPRs) of their legal rights relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Additionally, K-1 and K-3 visa applicants are provided with any existing criminal background information on their U.S. citizen fiancé(e)s or spouses that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), received from other government agencies during processing of I-129F petitions filed for them.

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What can a k-1 visa holder legally do in the us while they wait for the ead card and green card, practice areas, associations.

Congratulations on arriving to the US on a K1 Fiance Visa!!! Hopefully, the Wedding / Marriage Ceremony was beautiful.

This post will focus on the most common follow-up questions associated to the K1 Period between (1) Entry to the US on the K1 and (2) Receiving either the Green Card or Employment Authorization Document.

In short, a Fiance should be ready to wait for the Green Card or Employment Authorization Document. The K1 Visa allows a Fiance to begin the immigration process, specifically the Adjustment of Status, after marrying the 1 petitioning US Citizen that has been patiently waiting to get married.

Below is a more thorough explanation for common questions:

Can a K1 Receive a Social Security Card?

Yes, a Social Security Card is very important for:

• opening a joint bank account
• filing taxes
• receiving a driver’s license (mandatory in some states)
• applying for work
• attend college
• opening a credit card

More information on “How” and “When” to apply for a Social Security Card can be found here: /immigration/k-1-fiance-visa/how-can-a-k1-visa-holder-get-a-us-social-security-card/

Does the K1 need to leave the US after 90 days?

No, if the Fiance Marries the Petitioning US Citizen, they MUST stay in the United States and begin the Adjustment of Status process.

More info here:  /immigration/k-1-fiance-visa/my-k1-fiance-visa-is-expiring-do-i-have-to-leave-the-united-states/

What If I Marry After the 90 Day Period?

If you marry the petitioning US Citizen after the 90-day period, your I-129F would become invalid. However, the i-129F can be replaced by a new I-130 Filing.

If you married another US Citizen (usually after years of overstaying the K1 Visa), you would need to speak with an immigration attorney, as this situation is a little complex.

More information here: /immigration/k-1-visa-holder-married-after-90-days-what-to-do/

Can I drive in the US with a K1 Visa?

No, not really, unless the state DMV issues the K1 Visa Holder a Driver’s License.

An International Driver’s License is generally NOT acceptable for an immigrant or someone now permanently residing in the United States.

If you did receive a Driver’s License, since you have a social security card and a current visa, the Driver’s License may only be valid for up to the 90th day of the K1 Visa. So, it may be extra work for very little return: a driver’s license for 1 to 60 days.

Can I work in the US with a K1 Visa?

No, until after receiving the Employment Authorization Document or the Green Card. A K1 Visa is NOT eligible for employment without DHS Authorization.

Can I work remotely for a foreign job in the US with a K1 Visa?

No, unless the foreign employment has the income being paid for a foreign bank account and there is no US Tax Filing. If transferring the money to the US, you should speak with an accountant or tax preparer. If the employment is paying to a US Bank Account or receiving a US Tax Filing, like a W2 or 1099, then it is not allowed and MUST await the Employment Authorization Document or the Green Card.

Can I attend College with a K1 Visa?

Possibly, however, that will be a determination on the Institution and the type of education.

Technically, a K1 visa is ONLY built to marry and start the immigration process. An F1 Visa is build for attending college. So, on the surface, a K1 is commonly told they are not eligible to attend college.

Although a K1 is a “non-immigrant visa,” it is also an “immigrant visa” that was handled by the Immigrant Division of the US Embassy or Consulate. (Related Posts here: /immigration/k-1-fiance-visa/is-the-k1-fiance-visa-an-immigrant-or-non-immigrant-visa/ ) A K1 Visa Holder is in an immigration process (aka Adjustment of Status), you have an A-number (aka Alien Number or USCIS Number), you have a Social Security Card, and you are not allowed to leave the US.

If you are attempting to enroll in college for a Diploma, or Associates, or Bachelors, or Masters, or Doctorate, it may be best to wait for the EAD Card or Green Card. You would also need to consider the cost for attendance:

• whether you are eligible for financial aid (e.g. grants, scholarships, and loans)
• whether you would be paying in-state or out-of-state tuition (usually requires residence in the US for 1 year)
• whether you have a means to commute to classes, does your spouse have the time to take you to school, and will the school prevent you for working soon when you recieve the EAD Card

Some Colleges will accept/enroll a K1 Visa Holder without an EAD Card or Green Card. It may not be any issues at some colleges, but an issue at others. Community Colleges are usually easier to enroll in. Private, 4-year institutes, and Graduate / Profession School usually require US Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residence, or Current Immigration Status.

For USCIS Purposes and the Adjustment of Status filing, attending college is not a “BAR” to receiving a green Card. An immigrant and an immigrant-in-waiting / pending I-485 can eventually work, travel, and attend college once authorized by USCIS. As long as you are honest with the college, you do not commit perjury, and you do not state you are a US Citizen on college or financial aid documents, you should be fine.

Again, a K1 is generally not eligible for financial aid UNTIL the Green Card is received and Lawful Permanent Residence is granted.

HOWEVER, If you are attending a “continuing education program,” which isn’t a degree or diploma program type of education, that usually does not require “actual enrollment in the institute” and:

• they can normally be signed up for same day as the program starts,
• some programs are free or at a nominal fee,
• the continuing education programs are not eligible for financial aid or use the “tuition” rates of the institute, and
• some programs are information on a given field.

Common continuing education programs are ESL (English as a Second Language) and Spanish in the Workplace.

Can I Volunteer in the US with the K1 Visa?

Yes, you can volunteer AS LONG AS it is a position that is NOT NORMALLY PAID.

Meaning, that you should not “volunteer” as a manager of a store, since that is normally a paid job. Some people try to “volunteer” and “get paid in a lump sum later, which invites a host of problems.

Can I get Divorced with the K1 Visa, but before I receive a Green Card?

Yes, you are NOT required to remain married if the marriage is not healthy or going well.

However, you may not be eligible for a Green Card, if you divorce before acquiring a Green Card. You would speak to an Immigration Attorney as this matter can be delicate and policies are frequently updated surrounding Green Card Eligibility and what is needed to do.

Can I File Taxes with the K1 Visa?

Yes, once you have a Social Security Card or an ITIN, you would be able to file taxes jointly with your US Citizen Spouse.

Can I get a Credit Card with the K1 Visa?

Yes, you will normally need a Social Security Number in order to apply for a Credit Card. You may also require your spouse’s co-signing, your Spouse’s Income History, and your Spouse’s Credit History in order to be eligible.

Can I give birth to our child and apply for Medicaid with the K1 Visa?

Yes, as long as it is being used solely for the Prenatal, Delivery, and Post-partum of the US Citizen Child, AND there is no fraud or misinformation in the medicaid application. Do not state you are a US Citizen, when you are not, and do not state an incorrect income amount or past tax filing amount / past AGI amount.

Can I Travel with the K1 Visa?

A super common question for K1 Visa Holders: can a K1 Travel domestically or internationally with the K1 Visa?

A K1 can always travel domestically, within the United States, with the K1 Visa, regardless if within the 90-day or after the 90-day period. The K1 permitted you to come to the US to marry, be with the spouse, and it does not “lock you down” to one location in the US. However, regarding international travel, the K1 Visa DOES NOT permit multiple entrees to the United States. So, you cannot travel abroad until you either receive the Green Card or Employment Authorization/Advance Parole Document (also called a Combo Card or Travel Permit).

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How To Get a K-1 Fiancé Visa

A K-1 fiancé visa is a type of nonimmigrant visa that allows a U.S. citizen's fiancé to enter the United States to get married. After filing Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiancé and Form DS-160: Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, you will attend a visa interview. After all of your filing fees have been paid and your interview is complete, you can come to the U.S. and get married! Once married, the foreign fiancé can apply for a marriage green card in the United States. Applying for a K-1 visa can be a good option if your U.S. citizen fiancé cannot travel abroad to get married. A K-1 visa costs $800 and usually takes 12–15 months to receive. The process of getting a marriage green card from a K-1 visa costs $1,225 and takes an additional 4–6 months.

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How To Apply for a K-1 Fiancé Visa

If you and your fiancé are eligible for a K-1 fiancé visa, you can follow the application process with this step-by-step K-1 visa guide. If you aren’t sure if you’re eligible or not, check out the eligibility requirements below or read our article on K-1 visa eligibility .

Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility

To receive a K-1 fiancé visa, all of the following must be true:

Either you or your fiancé is a U.S. citizen.

You and your fiancé plan to marry each other within 90 days after you arrive in the United States on your K-1 visa.

You and your fiancé can legally marry in the United States, and any of your past marriages were legally ended by divorce, death, or annulment.

Same-sex partners are eligible for K-1 visas.

You and your fiancé have met in person at least once in the two-year period before you file your application. 

If meeting in person would violate either your religious or cultural practices or if it would cause extreme hardship, you can request a waiver of this in-person meeting requirement.

You can prove that your relationship is legitimate. 

You can demonstrate this with evidence from the beginning of your relationship to your engagement.

Your U.S. citizen fiancé’s household income is at least 100% of the federal poverty guidelines . 

If their income is below this amount, they must submit a supplemental Form I-864 or Form I-864A with their application.

Step 2: File Form I-129F

The U.S. citizen fiancé needs to prepare and file the Form I-129F K-1 visa petition (Petition for Alien Fiancé) with U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The purpose of this form is to prove that your relationship is legitimate. Form I-129F must be filed by a U.S. citizen. A lawful permanent resident — also known as a green card holder — can’t request a K-1 visa for their fiancé.

What Documents Does USCIS Need for K-1 Fiancé Visa Processing?

When you file your Form I-129F petition with USCIS, you will need to include the following supporting documents with your forms:

Proof that your fiancé is a U.S. citizen, such as: 

A copy of their U.S. passport, certificate of naturalization, or birth certificate

A copy of your foreign passport.

Proof that your relationship is legitimate or “ bona fide ,” including:

Pictures of you and your fiancé together

Flight records and/or hotel reservations of trips you took together or to visit each other

Letters, emails, or texts that you sent to each other over the years

Written statements from family, friends, or colleagues who know that you are engaged

Proof that previous marriages have ended, if either of you were formerly married, such as: 

Divorce decrees, death certificates, annulments, etc.

Proof that the two of you have met in person at least once within the past two years. This proof includes:

 Flight itineraries, hotel receipts, photos, letters/texts/emails, etc.

Sworn statements (written by and signed by each partner) that describe your relationship. 

You must state that you intend to get married within 90 days of your arrival in the United States. It’s best to provide the original signed statements and keep copies for your records.

A copy of any Form I-94 arrival-departure record that you received when visiting the United States.

One passport-style photo of each partner.

Form I-129F filing fee of $535.  

You can pay this fee by check, money order, or credit card. USCIS does not accept cash.

Once you mail your Form I-129F and supporting required documents to the appropriate address , USCIS will send you a receipt notice within about 30 days. This means USCIS will begin processing your case within 30 days.

Form I-129F Processing Time

It can take USCIS anywhere from 4–15 months to process your I-129F petition, depending on the USCIS service center location. The amount of time it will take to process your foreign fiancé petition depends on which service center you send your forms to.

While you wait, be on the lookout for any Requests for Evidence (RFE) from USCIS. The agency will send these to you if it needs more information.

Once USCIS approves your Form I-129F petition, it will send an approval notice to the mailing address(es) you provided on your form.

Step 3: File Form DS-160

Once USCIS approves your Form I-129F petition, USCIS will transfer your case to the U.S. Department of State's National Visa Center (NVC). You will receive a notice from the NVC through the U.S. embassy in your home country about 30 days after USCIS approves your Form I-129F.

This notice will provide the date and location of your required visa interview. It will also include a list of additional supporting documents and instructions on how to provide these documents to your local U.S. embassy. Make sure that the contact information you provide on your Form I-129F is correct or you may not receive this notice. 

Once you receive the notice from the NVC, you need to complete the State Department’s online DS-160 form : Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application. This is the actual K-1 visa application. After you complete this form, you need to print the confirmation page. This is very important because you will need to send the confirmation page to the embassy and bring it to your visa interview. 

Supporting Documents

The U.S. embassy processing your case will request documents from both you and your U.S. citizen fiancé. Every embassy has a specific process for providing these documents, so be sure to follow the instructions that your embassy provides in its notice.

Documents from the U.S. citizen fiancé:

An Affidavit of Support ( Form I-134 ). 

The Affidavit of Support is a binding legal document in which the U.S. citizen promises to use their resources to help keep their foreign fiancé from relying on government benefits in the future.

Recent tax returns. 

You are only required to provide the most recent return, but it is a good idea to provide returns for the past three years.

Proof of your relationship with your foreign fiancé. 

For this, you can provide a copy of the approved I-129F package originally filed with USCIS.

Documents from the foreign fiancé:

Two passport-style photos.

Your birth certificate.

A copy of your valid, unexpired passport.

Police clearances from all countries where you have lived for more than six months since you were 16 years old.

A sealed medical exam form. 

You get this form at an immigration medical exam from an approved doctor.

Form DS-160 Processing Time

Once you file your DS-160 form with NVC in the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC), it will take 2–3 months for NVC to create and process your DS-160 form . 

Step 4: Attend Your Visa Interview and Pay the Visa Fee

Your visa interview will take place at the U.S. embassy or consulate listed on the notice you received from the National Visa Center. This will probably be the embassy or consulate in the foreign fiancé's home country and will take place 4–6 weeks after you receive the notice.

Only the foreign fiancé needs to attend the visa interview. The interview is usually pretty straightforward.

There is a $265 fee for a K-1 fiancé visa. You will usually pay this fee at the visa interview. But every embassy or consulate has its own requirements. Be sure to follow the instructions in the notice you receive from the embassy or consulate that is handling your case.

The consular officer who conducts your visa interview will usually make a decision on the same day as the interview. If they need additional information or evidence, they will ask you to submit it to the U.S. consulate or embassy after the interview.

Step 5: Come to the United States and Get Married!

Once your K-1 visa application has been approved, you will receive a sealed visa packet. Do not open this packet! The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent who inspects you at the border will ask you for it. And they may not allow you to enter the United States if the packet is already open.

You must enter the United States within four months of the date that your K-1 visa is approved . Then, within 90 days of entering the United States, you must get married to your U.S. citizen fiancé. If you don't, you will lose your K-1 status. If you decide not to get married, you must return to your home country as soon as possible.

You can’t change status from a K-1 visa to any status other than a marriage green card . You also can't use your K-1 visa to marry anyone other than the U.S. citizen with whom you filed Form I-129F.

Apply for a Marriage Green Card

After you get married, your foreign spouse can apply for a marriage green card by filing Form I-485 : Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status and the required supporting forms and documents.

It’s good to note that the process of applying for a K-1 nonimmigrant visa to then apply for a marriage green card (adjustment of status) is faster than applying for a marriage green card abroad through consular processing.  

To learn more, check out our article about how to get a marriage green card with a K-1 fiancé visa.

K-1 Fiancé Visa FAQs

Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding your K-1 visa:

Do You Have To Be Engaged To Apply for a K-1 Fiancé Visa?

No. But it will be much harder to prove that your relationship is legitimate if you are not engaged before you apply.

What Are the Income Requirements for a K-1 Fiancé Visa?

The U.S. citizen fiancé must earn at or above 100% of the federal poverty level . There are no specific income requirements for the foreign fiancé.

Can I Work With My K-1 Fiancé Visa?

Yes. Once you have entered the United States as a  K-1 visa holder, you can immediately apply for work authorization by filing Form I-765 : Application for Employment Authorization (EAD). It will take USCIS 1–2 months to process this application, and the work permit will only be valid for the first 90 days after you enter the United States.

The best way to get a longer-term work permit is to apply for a marriage green card. To do that, you can file Form I-485 together with Form I-765.

Can I Bring My Children to the United States With Me on a K-1 Visa?

Yes. You can bring your children to the United States with you as long as those children are under the age of 21 and unmarried. If you include these children on Form I-129F , and they are eligible, they will receive K-2 visas when you receive your K-1 visa. Your children must continue to be unmarried and under the age of 21 in order to be admitted to the United States with you as K-2 nonimmigrants.

Your children may enter the United States with you or after you, but they cannot enter before you. They can apply for green cards with you once you use your K-1 visa to marry your U.S. citizen fiancé.

What Should I Do if USCIS Denies My K-1 Visa Application?

If USCIS denies your K-1 visa application, you may be able to file an appeal. It is a good idea to work with an experienced immigration attorney to file this appeal.

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K-1 Visa Processing Time

Steps in the uscis process.

• Receipt Notice
• Adjudication of Petition
• NVC Processing
• K-1 Interview

I-129F Processing Statistics

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• Historical Processing Times
• Backlog of Cases

Total K-1 Visa Processing Time

1. receipt of petition, approximately 2 to 4 weeks after filing.

If you're helping your fiancé to come to the United States for marriage, you'll file Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé , to establish a qualifying relationship and clear the way for the K-1 application. If properly filed, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will initially respond by mailing you a receipt notice that confirms receipt of your petition. Formally known as Form I-797C, Notice of Action (see example below), the receipt notice typically arrives 2 to 4 weeks after filing. If you did not properly file your Form I-129F, USCIS will send a Notice of Action to reject the petition. A rejection will significantly delay your request and overall K-1 processing time. Thus, it's important to prepare the K-1 visa petition package correctly and submit all required supporting documents. Learn how .

Save your I-129F receipt notice. It contains your 10-digit receipt number. You can use this receipt number to check your case status . If you didn’t receive a Notice of Action, you can make a case inquiry .

I-129F Rejection Statistics

Source: USCIS FY2023

2. Adjudication of I-129F Petition

Approximately 4 to 10 months after filing.

At this point in the process, USCIS does not conduct an interview. The purpose of Form I-129F is to establish a qualifying relationship between the U.S. citizen and the beneficiary. Additionally, USCIS wants to pre-screen the petitioner for any criminal history or issues that would create a conflict related to the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act . Upon approval, USCIS will mail the U.S. citizen petitioner an approval notice (another I-797, Notice of Action). Provided the petitioner has submitted a thorough petition package, the Form I-129F processing time can be relatively straight forward.

However, USCIS could deny your petition at any time if they've determined that you haven't established eligibility. Likewise, they may issue a Request for Evidence at any point if they need additional evidence to confirm your eligibility.

I-129F Historical Processing Times at USCIS

The graph below illustrates median processing times (in months) for the previous 10 fiscal years. There's been a sharp increase in the time it takes USCIS to process K-1 visa petitions. With more demanding requirements and an increasingly complex form, USCIS is failing to keep I-129F processing times within their desired range.

Source: USCIS

3. National Visa Center Processing of K-1 Requirements

Approximately 2 to 3 months after petition approval.

With the approved petition, USCIS will transition the case to the U.S. Department of State. Specifically, the USCIS service center forwards the case to the National Visa Center (NVC) . This transition alone can take 4 to 6 weeks. The NVC will contact the petitioner by mail with a case number. Then, the NVC will mail the petitioner a letter when it sends your fiancé case to the U.S. embassy or consulate. The letter will also instruct you to have the K-1 beneficiary apply for the visa, submit additional documents, and prepare for the interview.

Each applicant must complete the online nonimmigrant visa application (DS-160) and print the DS-160 confirmation page for presenting on the day of your visa interview. Additionally, there are various fiancé visa requirements to be submitted on the day of the interview. The beneficiary should only use an embassy-approved doctor for the medical examination and vaccinations. Wait for instructions before scheduling the medical exam.

The approved I-129F Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) is valid for four months. Generally, failing to respond will force the embassy to presume you’ve abandoned the petition. However, consular officers may revalidate the I-129F petition in four-month increments at their discretion. For most cases impacted by the suspension of routine visa services or COVID-19 delays, it will not be necessary to file a new I-129F petition.

I-129F Backlog Report

The graph below shows the number of open cases at the end of each fiscal year. Pending I-129F cases have grown in the past few years. USCIS appears to be shifting more resources toward adjudicating these cases. If not addressed adequately, more backlog can contribute to longer processing times for future petitioners.

4. K-1 Visa Interview

Approximately 4 to 8 weeks after submitting embassy documents.

The foreign fiancé beneficiary attends the K-1 interview at the designated U.S. embassy or consulate. If children will join as K-2 visa holders, they must also attend the interview. The U.S. citizen petitioner is never required to attend the interview, but it’s generally encouraged where allowed. (Embassies in some countries do not allow the U.S. citizen to attend.)

The beneficiary must take documents to the visa interview including proof of the relationship and proof of medical examination. While you shouldn't fear the interview, you should prepare. Know what to expect and try answering some practice questions. The consular officer needs convinced (through your evidence and interview) there is a bona fide relationship with the intention to marry. Prepare for the interview by reviewing these K-1 fiancé visa interview questions . The beneficiary will generally have a decision by the end of the interview. Typically, the embassy or consulate will issue the visa within a couple weeks.

Once the embassy or consulate issues the K-1 visa, the beneficiary generally has a period of six months to enter the United States. The beneficiary will be provided with a visa packet to present at the port of entry. Upon entry the couple must marry within 90 days. If the couple does not marry, the K-1 visa holder must depart the U.S. before the 90-day expiration of the visa.

After filing Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé, it may take approximately 10 to 16 months to obtain a K-1 visa. It may be shorter for some and longer for others. As explained, the K-1 processing time can vary based on the agencies that adjudicate the many steps. A poorly prepared I-129F petition will certainly increase this time line. Errors, omissions and insufficient evidence can result in major delays and even denials. Don’t forget — you can check your case status online with your receipt number. The USCIS website also lists normal processing times for an I-129F petition. If you believe that your case is outside the normal I-129F processing time, you can make a case inquiry .

After marriage, there are several additional steps the couple must take so that the foreign spouse can remain in the United States, travel, and accept employment. These are not included in the above K-1 visa processing time line. For a more detailed look, see our overview of the K-1 visa . After the wedding, the foreign spouse should seek to adjust status to permanent resident (green card holder) as soon as possible. This process includes submitting Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status, among other forms. The additional forms include Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, if the applicant wants to work and travel during the year long adjustment of status process. CitizenPath can help through this process as well.

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The Difference Between a Fiancé Visa and Spousal Visa

• A K-1 (fiancé) visa is a temporary visa, for couples who aren’t married to their U.S. citizen partner but plan to be.
• A spouse visa (also called a CR-1 visa ) applies to couples who are married when one person is a U.S. citizen or green card holder living in the U.S. and the noncitizen spouse lives abroad.

Many engaged couples meet the requirements for either the K-1 fiancé visa or the CR-1 spousal visa (marriage green card). However, depending on your priorities, each of these visas allow couples to achieve different goals on different timelines, for different costs.

In this guide, we’ll explain the pros and cons of spouse visas and fiancé visas, so you can make an immigration plan based on your unique situation.

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) releases processing times each quarter for all forms, including Form I-129F (fiancé visa) and Form I-130 (spousal visa). According to the latest USCIS quarterly data, the wait time for a K-1 visa is 12.2 months, while a spousal visa currently takes 10.8 months. However, the factors listed in the chart in the section above can extend or speed up your timeline based on your specific circumstances.

Boundless tracks USCIS processing times data every month by application type. Below are the median timelines (as of September, 2023), according to our internal analysis.

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Which Is More Affordable: Fiancé Visa Vs. CR-1 Spousal Visa?

In January 2023, the U.S. government proposed a sizable fee increase for most visa applications, which could go into effect as soon as early 2024. Applications received by the government before the fee increase goes into effect will not be impacted. Boundless is monitoring all fee increase updates closely, so be sure to check our USCIS fees guide for any additional information.

The chart below shows you a breakdown of costs to obtain a fiancé visa or spousal visa and in both cases, the costs to get a green card.

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Because of the government’s proposed application fee increases and the visa processing backlog, if you’re engaged to a U.S. citizen and you’re able to be married outside the U.S. or online, the CR-1 spousal visa process could save you thousands of dollars. The immigration path you choose depends on a whole host of factors unique to your situation. By weighing up the pros and cons of each option, you and your partner can figure out the best way forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for a K-3 visa?

The K-3 visa allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States while they wait for their green card to be approved. However, the K-3 visa is rarely used. Since 2011, K-3 visas have made up less than 1% of K issuances. Generally, the CR-1 spousal visa offers the same benefits as the K-3 visa but is quicker and costs less. For more info, check out the Boundless guide about why the K-3 visa isn’t a viable option.

Can I apply for a K-1 visa if my partner is a green card holder?

No, only a U.S. citizen can sponsor a fiancé for a K-1 visa. However, a green card holder may sponsor their spouse for a marriage green card.

Is a K-1 visa more affordable than a marriage green card?

No, a K-1 visa costs significantly more than a marriage green card when including the mandatory application fee for the green card once the fiancé arrives in the U.S.

Which visa is best if I want to work in the U.S. as soon as I arrive and travel abroad if needed?

The CR-1 visa allows you to work as soon as you arrive in the U.S. and travel overseas if necessary. The K-1 visa, however, does not allow the foreign fiancé to work until they receive their marriage green card.

Who is eligible for a K-1 visa?

To be eligible for a K-1 visa, you must be engaged to a U.S. citizen and plan to marry within 90 days of arriving in the U.S. You must also prove that you have met in person at least once within the two years prior to applying for the visa.

How long do you have to be in a relationship for a K-1 visa?

There is no set time that you have to be in a relationship to qualify for a K-1 visa, but you must be able to prove that your relationship is genuine and not solely for immigration purposes.

Can CR1 visa holders work in the U.S.?

Yes, CR1 visa holders are permitted to work as soon as they arrive in the United States. They don’t need to apply for a separate work permit.

Can CR1 visa holders travel outside of the U.S.?

Yes, as a lawful permanent resident, CR1 visa holders are free to travel outside of the U.S. However, they shouldn’t leave the country for more than one year, as this may affect their eligibility for citizenship or reentry into the United States.

How long can you stay on a K-1 visa?

A K-1 visa allows you to stay in the U.S. for 90 days to get married and apply for a marriage green card via the adjustment of status process.

How much money do you need to sponsor a K-1 visa?

To sponsor a K-1 visa, the U.S. citizen must show an adjusted gross income that equals at least 100% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines on their most recent tax return. If they don’t meet this requirement, they can use a joint sponsor to meet the income threshold.

Which has a higher approval rate – the K-1 visa or the CR-1 spousal visa?

Overall, CR-1 visas tend to have a higher approval rate on average than K-1 visas. According to recent government data, K-1 visas have about a 25% denial rate, while CR1s have an average denial rate of around 8-9%. This difference in approval rates could be due to the fact that K-1 applicants may face additional challenges proving an authentic relationship since no legal relationship has been established yet through marriage. However, each case is unique and it is always at the discretion of USCIS to either approve or deny an application.

Why do K1 visas get denied?

K-1 visa denials can occur for various reasons such as failure to meet eligibility requirements, doubts about the authenticity of the relationship, insufficient evidence, and criminal or immigration violations.

What happens if my fiancé leaves me after marriage on a K-1 visa?

If your fiancé leaves you after marriage on a K-1 visa, you may be eligible for conditional permanent residency through a waiver. However, the process can be complicated, and you should consult with an immigration attorney for guidance.

What is the CR1 visa processing time for 2023?  

The current processing time for the CR1 visa is 13.5–15 months if you’re married to a U.S. citizen and 29–40 months if you’re married to a green card holder.

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Deciding between a fiancé or marriage-based visa

Your wedding or engagement to a US citizen is a time of celebration and excitement as you plan your new life together. Your new life as a married couple may also involve plans to live in the United States for some international couples. Whether you decide to apply for a K-1 fiancee visa or a marriage-based visa may depend on many relevant factors for you and your future spouse. 

Types of marriage visas

Most marriage-based visas are intended to serve as a temporary status that allows the foreign-born spouse to live and work in the United States with their US citizen partner while waiting for a green card status. Most marriage visas are in the K category of nonimmigrant visas and have different classifications to serve other purposes. 

• K-1 fiancé visa – this visa is designed only for the fiancés of US citizens. According to immigration law, someone counts as a fiancé only if the US citizen intends to marry the foreign national within 90 days of their entry into the US. If the wedding does not occur within 90 days, the K-1 visa holder must leave the US. 
• K-2 visa – meant for the children of a foreign national fiancé who is under K-1 status. Recipients will remain in this nonimmigrant status until an Adjustment of Status occurs, and they can receive green cards.
• K-3 visa – this visa is for foreign-born individuals married to US citizens. If their US citizen spouse has filed an I-130 for a marriage-based green card, the non-citizen spouse can use the K-3 visa to remain in the US while awaiting the green card process.
• K-4 visa – This visa category is for the children of the K-3 visa spouse. If the child is a stepchild of the US citizen spouse, the child must be under 18 when the marriage took place to be eligible. 
• IR1 or CR1 spouse visa – Otherwise known as a Spouse Green Card, this visa is specifically designed for foreign spouses who wish to become permanent residents and have married a US citizen outside of the United States. Unlike the K category visas, which grant temporary resident status in the US, IR1/CR1 visas are a straightforward path to lawful permanent residency through marriage. 

Four things you need to know about fiancé (K-1) visas

1. Eligibility

The fiancé or K-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa that allows the foreign fiance to travel to the US to marry a US citizen. The K-1 visa is only available to the fiancés of US citizens. Fiancés of US green card holders or lawful permanent residents do not qualify for this type of visa. The K-1 visa is a temporary status until an Adjustment of Status has been made to permanent resident. 

To qualify, the couple must prove that they’ve seen each other in person within the previous two years of applying. Once approved, the K-1 visa holder must marry their US citizen partner within 90 days of entering the United States, or their visa status will be invalid, and they will have to leave the country.

2. Application process

To begin the K-1 visa process, the US citizen partner will need to file an I-129F petition with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on behalf of their foreign fiancé. The foreign fiancé cannot file on their own. When the petition is approved, the foreign fiancé will need to interview at the US Consulate or Embassy in their home country. The purpose of the interview is to prove that the relationship is legitimate. 

Upon a successful interview, the fiancé with be granted a K-1 visa and any K-2 visas for accompanying children, if necessary. The visa must be used within six months of being issued. The visa does not grant permanent residence in the US for the fiancé but only allows the fiancé to enter the United States to marry a US citizen.

3. Timeline

K-1 visas generally take 5-8 months from when the I-129F petition was filed with USCIS to issuance. This timeline includes the petition being sent from USCIS to the embassy of the foreign fiancé’s home country for further processing, the fiancé interview, and the eventual issuing of the K-1 visa.

The K-1 visa is only eligible for one entry into the United States. Which makes leaving the country once entered very difficult. However, if an emergency occurs before the wedding, you can apply for an “Advance Parole” with Form I-131 . This travel document gives special permission to revalidate your K-1 visa in your home country to reenter the United States. Without it, you may need to start over with a new K-1 visa petition. While the document is free to download on the USCIS website, the filing fee to process is between $575 and $660. 

Four things you need to know about marriage-based visas

To qualify for a marriage-based visa, you must be the spouse of a US citizen or lawful permanent resident. The US Department of State defines a spouse as a “legally wedded wife or husband.” To clarify further, 

• Merely living together does not qualify a marriage for immigration.
• Common-law spouses may qualify as spouses for immigration purposes depending on the country’s laws where the common-law marriage occurs.
• In cases of polygamy, only the first spouse may qualify as a spouse for immigration.

2. The difference between the K-3 visa and IR1/CR1 visas

The K-3 visa and the IR1/CR1 visa are both marriage-based visas. However, there is a difference in the application process and the rights and benefits granted to each type of visa holder. For example, the K-3 visa allows an immigrant spouse to obtain a temporary nonimmigrant visa at a US embassy and permission to enter the US to start processing their Adjustment Of Status for permanent residency. 

The K-3 visa also allows the holder to travel in and out of the US while the visa remains valid. While the K-3 visa application process does not require an affidavit of support, proof will need to be provided that the foreign-born spouse will not rely on the US government for financial aid. 

Alternatively, the IR1/CR1 visa grants legal permanent residency and is for spouses who are physically apart and who have been married for less than two years. The IR1/CR1 applicant must wait outside of the US until their visa is approved before entering the country. Once the visa is granted, the IR1/CR1 visa holder is granted a single-use entry into the United States and conditional legal permanent residence status. 

An additional application to have the conditions of their permanent residence status removed must be filed within 90 days of the expiration of their conditional status. If an IR1/CR1 visa holder wishes to leave the United States while in conditional status, they need to apply for a re-entry permit. 

Both visa applications require the US citizen spouse to file a Form I-130 to the USCIS. However, the K-3 visa application also requires filing Form I-129F. The K-3 visa and IR1/CR1 allow the holders to file for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) for permission to work in the United States.

3. Application Process

For K-3 visas: 

• The US citizen spouse files Form I-130.
• Upon confirmation of receipt from the USCIS, the US citizen spouse then files Form I-129F and attaches all required documents .
• File DS-160 application and attach all required documents .
• Attend visa interview.

For IR1/CR1 visas:

• The US citizen spouse files an immigration petition on behalf of their foreign spouse.
• Once a confirmation letter is received from the USCIS, a CR-1 visa petition with USCIS’ National Benefits Center (NBC) must be filed.
• Once the NBC approves and processes the CR-1 visa petition, it will be forwarded to the National Visa Center (NVC). The NVC will then forward the petition to the foreign spouse’s consulate in their home country.
• Attend the visa interview.

4. Timeline

As of 2020, the average processing time for a K-3 visa is 6 to 9 months. The average processing time for an IR1/CR1 visa is between 7 to 10 months from the initial application to the visa approval. For more details, visit the USCIS’s webpage for median processing times for specific forms.

The processing time for both visas could also depend on factors such as:

• The foreign spouses’ home country
• The current workload of USCIS and the NVC
• Unforeseen events like global pandemics and natural disasters
• The accuracy and completeness of the petition filed

Factors to consider when deciding between a fiancé visa or a marriage-based visa

Several factors will need to be considered when setting up a new life with your partner in the United States, including what country you plan to marry in, your timeline for relocation, and your budget. 

Wedding location

For couples who wish to marry in the United States, a K-1 fiancé visa is the best choice. The marriage and status adjustment must occur within 90 days of the K-1 visa holder’s admission to the US. 

Ability to Travel

If the foreign-born partner would need to travel internationally often, a K-1 visa is only valid for a single entry into the United States. International travel is not permitted until the foreign spouse files a Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status , along with an Application for Advance Parole (Form I-131). An IR1/CR1 spouse that entered the US with an immigrant visa can travel abroad immediately. A K-3 visa also allows for multiple entries into the US and is valid for two years.

Wedding Timeline

If planning to get married as soon as possible, it is generally quicker to marry outside of the United States. Obtaining a fiancé visa to marry in the United States can take up to 5-8 months. While marriage-based visas have similar timelines, the choice comes down to when you plan to marry. 

Living in the United States

If you intend to move to the United States as soon as possible, the K-1 visa will likely be your fastest path since you do not have to marry to relocate. However, it’s important to remember that the K-1 and K-3 visas grant temporary status to live in the United States until an Adjustment in Status is filed. 

The fastest path to legal permanent residency is through an IR1/CR1 visa. However, this option requires the couple to marry outside of the US and does not permit the foreign-born spouse to live in the United States until the visa is granted. 

Work authorization

A K-1 visa holder is not permitted to work in the United States. However, K-3 and IR1/CR1 visa holders are. 

Filing fees

Each path requires slightly different forms/applications with various costs. If costs are a major concern, obtaining an IR1/CR1 visa may be generally less expensive.

Petition approval rates

The spouse visa is considered more “secure” because of its statistically higher approval rates during the interview process and visa approvals. According to USCIS reports, 90% of the I-130 petitions are approved, and about 75% of the I-129F are approved. On the other hand, K-1 statistics show around an 80% approval rate for applications. 

No matter which option you choose, consulting a reputable immigration lawyer can ensure the best path forward for you and your partner. A lawyer experienced in marriage-based visas can facilitate an expedited process and elevate the stress of locating and filing the necessary documentation and paperwork. In addition, an immigration lawyer’s expertise allows you and your partner to focus on what’s important – starting your new life together as a married couple. 

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90 Day Fiancé: Reasons Miona Bell’s Relationship With New Boyfriend Will End In Disaster

• Miona is more focused on fame than love, putting her new relationship at risk for disaster.
• Miona dropped Jibri as soon as he didn't fit her lifestyle, showing her self-absorbed nature.
• Miona's rose-colored glasses may lead to a disappointing end with her new boyfriend.

Former 90 Day Fiancé star Miona Bell’s newest relationship may not last long as it seems to be full of red flags . The Serbian woman was in a stable relationship with her American husband, Jibri Bell, a few years ago. She traveled with him to new locations and dressed up in matching outfits. During 90 Day Fiancé season 9 , Miona arrived in the United States on a K-1 visa to marry her beau. She had dreamed of living in California and didn’t wait long to turn her dream into a reality.

In 2022, Miona achieved many new milestones with Jibri . She made her ponytail business successful, got her dream house, and purchased expensive cars. She also brought her parents to the United States, something she had longed for. However, Miona’s life took a sudden turn in 2023 when Jibri left her and flew to Thailand for his personal growth. She waited for him for a while before giving up on the marriage and getting into a relationship with a man named Terzel Ron. Miona went Instagram official with her new man in April 2024 .

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Miona is more focused on staying in the spotlight, miona appears to be hungry for fame & attention.

Miona has been flaunting her boyfriend on social media, but there are a few reasons why her new fling will end in disaster. Miona is hungry for the spotlight and making a name for herself. While it’s good to be ambitious, she is too self-absorbed and often doesn’t realize how her decisions impact others. Miona’s desire to stay in the spotlight is a big red flag. She was too focused on herself even after spending years with Jibri. She’s still the same and will pick herself over her new boyfriend.

Miona Dropped Jibri As Soon As He Didn’t Suit Her Lifestyle

Miona was never seen supporting jibri’s career as a musician.

Miona is also very specific about her choices and doesn’t waste her time. When she married Jibri, she gave up her life in Serbia to secure her future in the United States. She started her business and accompanied Jibri as long as he benefited her . Miona made a lot of money alongside her husband. However, she never once realized the sacrifices he had made for her by giving up on his goals and dreams of becoming a musician. She never tried to understand his real concerns.

When Jibri flew away from Miona , she no longer had the same urge to be with him. She didn’t try to follow him or win him back. Instead, the 90 Day Fiancé star sparked a new romance with her new successful boyfriend and dropped Jibri like he was a dead weight. Miona loves her new man because he’s trying to do the same things Jibri did for her initially. However, he’ll probably never get the same in return. Miona could dump her new boyfriend if he didn’t suit her lifestyle.

Miona Is Wearing Rose Colored Glasses

Miona thinks she has the best relationship with terzel.

Miona only sees things from her perspective. She’s the best version of herself in her eyes and doesn’t think there’s anything wrong with her giving up on Jibri. Over the weeks, she has proudly shown off all the cute little things her new boyfriend has done for her. She has fallen in love with his gestures and thinks he’s perfect . However, Miona’s likely wearing rose-colored glasses as usual.

She’s overlooking the fact that nobody is perfect, which may eventually impact her relationship with her current partner, ending up in a disaster.

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Miona’s new bf may not be as supportive of her business as jibri was, miona’s new boyfriend hasn’t made any huge sacrifices for her.

Miona loves the little things her new boyfriend is doing for her. However, she’s yet to face any ups and downs with him. Jibri truly loved Miona with all her flaws. He didn’t try to change her or make her pick a different path. Jibri went against his parents to marry her . He fought with his bandmates for her and left his hometown to build her empire. The South Dakota man spent the best time of his life helping Miona kickstart her business. He promoted her on social media and did everything he could to keep them in the limelight.

Throughout 2022, Jibri shared numerous social media posts encouraging Miona online. He posted photos and videos with her, bought her things, and helped her pack her orders. He even ran across the city to post her packages and flaunted her income on Instagram. Miona’s new man has yet to do anything Jibri did for her. He’s superficially romantic, which is apparent from his gestures. Over the months, Miona has posted many videos showing that her boyfriend loves giving her head massages or gifting her teddy bear. He’s chivalrous but probably not as reliable as Jibri .

Is Miona Falling For The Bare Minimum After Her Failed Marriage With Jibri?

Miona looks thrilled to receive attention from someone new.

Miona seems madly in love with her new boyfriend, as half of her social media posts are about him and how much he cares for her. It looks like she is trying to feel good about herself by latching onto the first man who paid attention to her after her husband left her. She got herself into a high school relationship after her failed marriage. Her ongoing romance lacks substance and likely won’t go far. Jibri was a great fit for Miona. Unfortunately, she never really treated him like she treated her new boyfriend.

Miona Is Using Her New Relationship For Content

Miona keeps praising her new man on social media.

Miona’s focus on fame and money is evident. As a savvy businesswoman, she understands what gets her clicks and views.

Her romantic posts with her new boyfriend are a prime example. It’s clear that Miona is using their relationship to make content and stay relevant. She may not be willing to make sacrifices for her new boyfriend or build a family with him. She’s probably leveraging his infatuation with her to her advantage, creating content around his treatment of her. The 90 Day Fiancé alum could dump her new man once she gets a better opportunity.

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90 Day Fiance

90 Day Fiance is a reality TV series that follows the trials and tribulations of Non-U.S. citizens who travel from abroad each season to meet their potential spouses utilizing a K-1 visa. This three-month visa gives the pair 90 days to determine whether or not their romantic and life goals are aligned before they're forced to return home unmarried. Drama and tension unfold as the couples navigate the tricky dynamics of international marriage.

Cast Shaun Robinson

Release Date January 12, 2014

Genres Drama, Romance, Reality TV

Network TLC

Streaming Service(s) TLC GO

Franchise(s) 90 Day Fianc

Directors Rogue Rubin, Kevin Rhoades, Jessica Hernandez

Showrunner Kyle Hamley

Main Genre Reality

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90 day fiancé’s liz woods reveals major boyfriend milestone after big ed called off wedding.

After Big Ed Brown bailed on Liz Woods in 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? season 8, she reveals a huge relationship achievement with her new beau.

• Liz Woods is celebrating a 6-month anniversary with her new boyfriend, Jayson, after her split from Big Ed Brown.
• Liz's relationship with Big Ed was tumultuous, breaking up 14 times, but she seems happy and loved in her new romance.
• Despite her past struggles with Big Ed, Liz hopes for a fresh start with Jayson.

Liz Woods from the 90 Day Fiancé franchise is celebrating a six-month anniversary with her boyfriend named, Jayson. Liz's life has gone through many changes over the past year. In July 2023, she was filming 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? season 8 with Big Ed Brown , and they were planning to get married and settle down in Arkansas. However, in the latest episode of the spin-off, Liz revealed that Ed broke off their engagement after a heated argument about his cooking skills took place in front of his family.

Liz has been having the time of her life with her new boyfriend. She loves posting about her adventures with him and sharing sneak peeks of her romantic dates with him.

Recently, Liz posted a cute photo of herself holding her boyfriend’s hand on Instagram. She seemed excited and proudly labeled it “6 months.”

Liz didn’t share more details or show her lover’s face in the picture. She just shared a romantic close-up shot of her hand wrapped in his. Liz also posted another photo of roses from her 6-month anniversary celebration.

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What has liz woods revealed about new boyfriend, liz’s new partner is a single parent.

While Liz has been discreet about her new partner, it has been reported that he's a single dad. Liz has also dropped a few hints that suggest a blossoming romance. Six months ago, she playfully teased Jayson on social media, posting a photo of his arm that hinted she wasn't with Ed anymore. The image, though cryptic, revealed that Liz's new man is fit and stylish and likes wearing watches . In 2024, Liz welcomed the New Year and Valentine's Day with her beau, sharing that he treats her like a princess, a stark contrast to her past relationship with Ed.

Ed and Liz were never a good match. The couple broke up 14 times during their two-year relationship before Ed finally called off their wedding. Liz's journey on reality TV suggests her struggle with abandonment issues. Despite the mistreatment and pressure from Ed to give up her job in San Diego, Liz found it difficult to end their relationship. She even witnessed Ed's interactions with younger women during their breakups, but her desire for a happy married life and a loving stepfather for her daughter kept her attached to him , causing her immense emotional distress.

Seeing Liz happy in her new relationship with a man who respects and values her is amazing. However, Liz spoke about Ed on social media with the same passion and sang praises of him for the longest time.

Given Liz's troublesome relationship history, there's a chance that her new relationship could also end in disaster. She has just been dating her new beau for six months and is already making him meet her family. Hopefully, the 90 Day Fiancé franchise star will take it slow and try to learn more about Jayson before seriously committing to him.

90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? airs Sundays at 8 p.m. EDT on TLC.

Source: Liz Woods /Instagram

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90 Day Fiance is a reality TV series that follows the trials and tribulations of Non-U.S. citizens who travel from abroad each season to meet their potential spouses utilizing a K-1 visa. This three-month visa gives the pair 90 days to determine whether or not their romantic and life goals are aligned before they're forced to return home unmarried. Drama and tension unfold as the couples navigate the tricky dynamics of international marriage.

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Tori Spelling admits no one has broken her heart since ‘first love’ Brian Austin Green amid divorce from Dean McDermott

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Tori Spelling admitted that her former “Beverly Hills, 90210” co-star Brian Austin Green was her “first love” and the only man to have broken her heart.

Spelling — who is currently divorcing Dean McDermott after 18 years of marriage — and Green played love interests on the hit ’90s show and dated when they were teens.

While talking to Shannen Doherty on her “misSpelling” podcast Monday , Spelling recalled talking to Green about her split from McDermott, saying, “No, I was in love. Maybe I wasn’t in love. I’m not sure. No one’s broken my heart since you.'”

“And there was like pause, pause. And I was like, ‘Oh my god, this is the first time I’ve said it in 30 years,'” Spelling added as the podcast ended.

Despite their initial attraction while filming the hit teen series and calling him “the first love of my life” during the podcast, Spelling says they are purely platonic now.

“You know how close Brian and I are. I tell him everything,” she told Doherty. “We’re brother and sister and best friend so close. We can have that connection.”

Spelling, 50, also clarified that she is happy for Green, also 50, and his fiancée, Sharna Burgess, with whom he welcomed a child in June 2022.

“It’s been 30 years. We’re just friends. I love his fiancée,” she noted. “It’s not that. But if he says something to me, I get so flustered and riled up.”

While looking back at her and Green’s relationship, though, Spelling and Doherty, 53, decided she was not actually in love with him but had a teenage infatuation.

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Spelling also recalled on the podcast that she cheated on her then-boyfriend Ryan Ozar — to whom she lost her virginity — with Green when she was about 18 years old.

The pair played love interests Donna Martin and David Silver on “Beverly Hills, 90210,” and their characters got married at the end of the series.

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Reps for Green and Spelling did not immediately respond to Page Six’s requests for comment.

Spelling went on to marry Charlie Shanian in 2004 and they divorced in 2006. She then married McDermott in 2006. They share five kids .

McDermott was already the father of a son named Jack , whom he welcomed in 1998 with his ex-wife Mary Jo Eustace, when he got with the actress.

Meanwhile, Green married Megan Fox in 2011 and they welcomed three boys . They separated in 2020 .

He also shares a 21-year-old son, Kassius Lijah , with his ex-girlfriend Vanessa Marcil.

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