Siam Legal International

K1 Visa

It is not hard to fall in love with a Thai lady. Aside from their natural beauty and petite frame, they have a peaceful attitude towards life and a simplicity about them that many Americans find most appealing. The upbringing of Thai girls develops in them qualities that prepare them to be good wives such as kindness, diligence and dedication to the family. A Thai woman finds pleasure in serving and caring for her husband and in being obedient to him. It is no wonder then during the past few years, there has been an increase in the number of interracial marriages involving American men and Thai women.

If you are one of those lucky ones who has found the love of your life in Thailand and would like to take her to the United States, she should obtain a K1 visa with you as the petitioner. This 90-day U.S. visa is specifically issued to foreign nationals who are entering the U.S. with the sole purpose of marrying their American boyfriends. This means that you have to marry her within 90 days of her arrival because otherwise she will be slapped with a visa violation and may be immediately removed from the country. There is a corresponding consequence for you as the sponsor as well in that you may find it more difficult to file a petition for alien fiance should there be a chance again in the future.

The first step in applying for a US K1 Fiancee Visa Thailand is to complete forms I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) and G325 Biographic Information for K1 visa application form Thailand and submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Center which has jurisdiction over your domicile. Keep in mind that as the petitioner, you need to prove that: (1) you are capable of financially supporting your future wife's stay in the U.S. and (2) your relationship with your fiancee is genuine and has been ongoing for at least 6 months.

In meeting the financial eligibility requirement, you must submit supporting documents such as bank statements, list of bonds with your name as record owner, a copy of your most recent income tax return filed and an official letter of employment. On the other hand, to prove that your relationship with your Thai fiancee is real, you will have to show tangible evidences like photographs of you and your girlfriend together, email exchanges, receipts, travel tickets to Thailand and others.

Obtaining a K1 Visa Thailand can be a real nightmare if you are clueless on how to go about it properly. It would be a good idea to consult with competent and experienced visa experts in Thailand who can assist you with the legal requirements and guide you through the entire visa application process. The good book says that "The man who finds a wife finds a treasure and receives favour from the Lord." True indeed! Now it is up to you to do your very best to bring that treasure home.