K-2 - Children of K-1
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The K-2 non-immigrant visa allows a child of your Fiancee to enter into the U.S. and await the availability of an immigrant visa.

K-2 Visa and the definition of a child of the K-1 Visa holder:

  • younger than 21 yeas old 
  • unmarried
  • seeking to immigrate to the U.S
The following documents are needed for the K-2 Visa

  • Valid passport (not needed if child is under 16);
  • Non-immigrant Visa Application (Form DS-156), in duplicate with two recent color photographs;
  • Official birth certificate;
  • Permission to travel from other parent;
  • Complete medical examination report.

The cut-off date for issuance of a K2 visa is 1 year from the date of the K-1 visa issuance to the principal alien. K-1 and K-2 visas are valid for one entry into the U.S. at any time within the next six months.

The child of a K-1 principal alien may acquire K-2 status even after the principal alien has married American Citizen Petitioner and acquired lawful permanent resident status in U. S
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