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Can my spouse apply for a visitor visa while waiting for the approval of the K3 visa so I can travel to the States to visit my family?

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It is not advisable. If your spouse applies for a visitor's visa while waiting for a K3, it looks suspicious. The government will think that you are in a hurry to immigrate.

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Can a non-US spouse show his/her financial status to show that he/she will not become a public burden while in the US?

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Yes, it can be proven in the Affidavit of Support form (I-864). This step is completed when filing the adjustment of status form for permanent residency (I-485).

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Do I need a valid passport to apply for a K3 permanent residence?

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A legal passport worthy of travel within the United States is required to apply for a K3 visa, as per the required documentation that the US Department of State lists.

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If my spouse already posses a valid tourist visa before even we filled for an I-130, does he still need his K3, or can he enter on his tourist visa and wait for approval of petition?

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He still needs his K3 visa. They won't do an adjustment of status with a B visa. It is illegal.

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If a US citizen marries me here in the Philippines, is there any possibility that I can go back to America with him?

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Yes, but you still have to file for an I-129F (fiance visa). It is advisable to file before you get married, and to plan to marry within 90 days of entering the U.S.

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If my spouse is still a green card holder, can I obtain a K-3 visa?

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No, you cannot. You must be a U.S. citizen to file a K-3.

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Do I need to file an i-13o for a K3 visa recipient?

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Yes, according to the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration services (USCIS) you must provide proof that you completed that I-30 form. The I-797, Notice of Action, shows proof that USCIS has received your Form I-130.

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Can I apply for a K3 visa if I marry a citizen but don't meet the income requirements?

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You can find a co sponsor to help meet the income requirements. This is generally a family member of the US citizen spouse.

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