What happens if you don’t get married on a K-1 visa?
Answer
If for some reason, your plans change and you are unable to marry within the 90 days allowed period on a K-1 visa, here is what will happen:
- Expiration of Visa – Your visa is valid for a 90-day time frame so that you can get married within that period. If you don’t get married, your visa will expire, and you may need to leave the United States.
- Change in Legal Status – If you don’t get married within 90 days, your legal status changes as your visa expires. You will have no reason to stay in the country.
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What are the next steps?
You may ask for an extension of your K-1 visa if you have valid reasons for the delay. Examples of valid reasons include unforeseen circumstances such as medical or family emergencies, or travel constraints stemming from natural calamities. Other valid reasons include legal concerns such as ongoing divorce proceedings or unresolved immigration issues.
Get a better understanding of the K-1 visa process here.