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K-1 Visa - Adjustment of Status
Definition of Key TermsThese key terms are highlighted in blue on this page to help clarify the application process. K-1 Visa A visa issued to foreign nationals who are engaged to be married to a U.S. citizen sponsor K-1 Sponsor A U.S. citizen who sponsors a foreign national for a K-1 visa so that they can get married in the U.S. Application to Adjust Status to Permanent Resident The process by which a foreign national applies for a Green Card from inside the U.S. Green Card Lawful Permanent Resident Status Immigrant Visa The document issued by a foreign consulate that allows the bearer to enter the U.S. in "Immigrant Status." The bearer becomes a Lawful Permanent Resident upon entry into the U.S. U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS, formerly the INS) The agency that processes the Application to Adjust Status to Permanent Resident. Eligibility RequirementsIn order to be eligible to file an Application to Adjust Status to Permanent Resident (Green Card application), a K-1 visa holder must have entered the U.S. and married the K-1 sponsor within 90 days of entry. Start your Application Now >> If you did not enter the U.S. pursuant to a K-1 visa, then you must have another basis of eligibility in order to qualify for Adjustment of Status. |
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