USCIS petition processing typically requires about 6.1 months. The complete journey from application to U.S. entry often spans 8-12 months, depending on individual circumstances and potential review periods.

The K-1 visa procedure demands careful attention to detail and thorough documentation preparation. Filipino applicants should familiarize themselves with Manila-specific requirements to ensure a smooth processing experience.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

All applicants must undergo a comprehensive health screening at St. Luke’s Medical Center Extension Clinic in Ermita, Manila – the only embassy-approved facility for U.S. visa candidates in the Philippines.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Citizenship Verification: The petitioner must hold U.S. citizenship status
Marital Availability: Both individuals must be legally eligible to marry
Face-to-Face Encounter: The couple needs to have met personally at least once within the two-year timeframe before application, with possible exceptions for cultural or religious circumstances
Wedding Commitment: Both parties must plan to exchange vows within three months of the fiancé’s U.S. arrival

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

The journey begins with the American petitioner submitting Form I-129F to establish the legitimacy of the engagement and intent to wed.

Citizenship Verification: The petitioner must hold U.S. citizenship status
Marital Availability: Both individuals must be legally eligible to marry
Face-to-Face Encounter: The couple needs to have met personally at least once within the two-year timeframe before application, with possible exceptions for cultural or religious circumstances
Wedding Commitment: Both parties must plan to exchange vows within three months of the fiancé’s U.S. arrival

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

American citizens engaged to Filipino partners can bring their fiancés to the United States through the K-1 visa program. This guide details the complete procedure when processing through the U.S. Embassy in Manila, including unique requirements for Filipino applicants.

The journey begins with the American petitioner submitting Form I-129F to establish the legitimacy of the engagement and intent to wed.

Citizenship Verification: The petitioner must hold U.S. citizenship status
Marital Availability: Both individuals must be legally eligible to marry
Face-to-Face Encounter: The couple needs to have met personally at least once within the two-year timeframe before application, with possible exceptions for cultural or religious circumstances
Wedding Commitment: Both parties must plan to exchange vows within three months of the fiancé’s U.S. arrival

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Navigating the K-1 Visa Process at the U.S. Embassy in Manila

The journey begins with the American petitioner submitting Form I-129F to establish the legitimacy of the engagement and intent to wed.

Citizenship Verification: The petitioner must hold U.S. citizenship status
Marital Availability: Both individuals must be legally eligible to marry
Face-to-Face Encounter: The couple needs to have met personally at least once within the two-year timeframe before application, with possible exceptions for cultural or religious circumstances
Wedding Commitment: Both parties must plan to exchange vows within three months of the fiancé’s U.S. arrival

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Navigating the K-1 Visa Process at the U.S. Embassy in Manila

The journey begins with the American petitioner submitting Form I-129F to establish the legitimacy of the engagement and intent to wed.

Citizenship Verification: The petitioner must hold U.S. citizenship status
Marital Availability: Both individuals must be legally eligible to marry
Face-to-Face Encounter: The couple needs to have met personally at least once within the two-year timeframe before application, with possible exceptions for cultural or religious circumstances
Wedding Commitment: Both parties must plan to exchange vows within three months of the fiancé’s U.S. arrival

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Navigating the K-1 Visa Process at the U.S. Embassy in Manila

The journey begins with the American petitioner submitting Form I-129F to establish the legitimacy of the engagement and intent to wed.

Citizenship Verification: The petitioner must hold U.S. citizenship status
Marital Availability: Both individuals must be legally eligible to marry
Face-to-Face Encounter: The couple needs to have met personally at least once within the two-year timeframe before application, with possible exceptions for cultural or religious circumstances
Wedding Commitment: Both parties must plan to exchange vows within three months of the fiancé’s U.S. arrival

U.S. citizenship evidence (birth certificate or passport)
Relationship proof (photographs, messages, travel records)
Marriage intention declarations
Previous marriage termination records

After USCIS approves the I-129F petition, the case moves to the National Visa Center, which forwards it to the Manila embassy for consular processing.

The Filipino fiancé completes the DS-160 online visa application form and prints the confirmation document.

The non-refundable visa processing fee must be paid through authorized payment channels.

Bring your embassy appointment letter, valid passport, and vaccination records to the examination. Complete this step before your visa appointment to prevent scheduling conflicts.

Gather all required materials for your embassy appointment:

Current passport (valid at least six months beyond planned U.S. stay)
Original PSA birth certificate
CENOMAR certificate from PSA (issued within 12 months)
Police clearances: NBI certificate plus certificates from countries where you resided longer than six months after age 16
Medical examination results
Form I-134 Affidavit of Support with financial documentation (tax returns, employment verification)
Two passport-sized photographs (2″ x 2″)
Relationship evidence (photos, correspondence, etc.)
Visa fee payment confirmation
DS-160 confirmation page

Attend your scheduled interview at the U.S. Embassy where a consular officer evaluates your relationship authenticity and reviews all submitted materials.

Possible interview outcomes include immediate approval, administrative review requiring additional information, or denial with appeal rights.

Approved visas allow single-entry travel to America. The couple must complete their wedding ceremony within 90 days of arrival.

Filipino applicants must participate in a mandatory orientation and counseling session at the Commission on Filipinos Overseas office and obtain their certificate before U.S. departure.

Following marriage, the foreign spouse submits Form I-485 to adjust status and receive permanent resident documentation.

Unmarried children under 21 years old may join the fiancé through K-2 visa applications, following the same procedural steps.

Navigating the K-1 Visa Process at the U.S. Embassy in Manila

Navigating the K-1 Visa Process at the U.S. Embassy in Manila

Navigating the K-1 Visa Process at the U.S. Embassy in Manila

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