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Will my lack of a job in the USA impact the K1 visa process for my fiancé?

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Feb 15, 2023

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Michael **************

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Hello everyone 

We started the process for K1 visa for my better half. Haha  but the wait time is 14 months.  I came back to the USA to buy us a house to live in. I’m now thinking of coming back to Thailand for the remaining K1 visa wait. I was wondering would it hurt that I have no job in USA for us when we come to the USA  My retirement meets all the money requirements of the visa. 

Thoughts anyone

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The original post discusses starting the K1 visa application process and concerns regarding the impact of not having a job in the USA on visa approval, despite meeting financial requirements through retirement funds. Commenters caution against assuming approval, mention potential issues with not having a job, and suggest delaying significant purchases like a house until the visa is secured.

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Cliff *********

You probably should hold off on buying the house until she is approved to come and stay in USA.

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Paul *******

That's more of US immigration question. Based on my knowledge of the process, it could be an issue that you don't have a job. The wait time could also greatly exceed 14 months as well, that's just an estimate.

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Michael **************

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thanks.

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Kool *******

Do not automatically assume the visa will be approved. Many are rejected for a variety of reasons.

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Michael **************

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thanks

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