I-129F
I-129F Fiance(e) Petition (K-1 Visa)
Who files this: US citizens petitioning for a foreign fiance(e)
Median
10 mo
Typical range
8–11
months
Premium
No
Speed band
Slow
What this form does
The first step to bring a fiance(e) to the US on a K-1 visa. The USCIS portion runs about 8 to 11 months, then the case moves to the National Visa Center and a consulate abroad.
What affects the timing
Only the USCIS stage shows here. After approval, NVC processing and the embassy interview add several more months, so plan for the full chain, not just the petition.
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Not legal advice and not affiliated with USCIS. Processing times are estimates compiled from public USCIS data and vary by service center, category, and case. Verify your case on the official USCIS tool or consult an immigration attorney.