Definition
K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa
Also: K-1
Visa allowing the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen to enter the U.S. and marry within 90 days.
The K-1 visa is filed by the U.S. citizen on Form I-129F. After consular processing abroad, the foreign fiancé(e) enters the U.S. and must marry the petitioner within 90 days. After marriage, the foreign spouse files Form I-485 for adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident.
See also
More immigration terms
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Kentucky Consular Center
The State Department center that processes Diversity Visa cases and certain other visa work.
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L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visa
Nonimmigrant visa for executives, managers, and specialized employees transferring within a multinational company.
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Labor Certification
A DOL determination that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position offered to a foreign worker.
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Lawful Permanent Resident
The legal term for a green card holder.
Not legal advice. Definitions are provided for educational use. For case-specific guidance, consult a licensed immigration attorney.