QUESTION
Is it better to get a fiance visa for my Dominican fiance or get married right away?
Asked on Aug 13th, 2012 on Immigration - California
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I want to get married with my boyfriend. He is from the Dominican Republic. I am in the processes of a divorce, but we found out that we would have to wait 10 months after my divorce has been granted. Would it be better to file a fiance visa instead?
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You have to be legally divorced to file for a fiance visa petition as well.
Answered on Aug 30th, 2012 at 12:23 PM
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You are ineligible to file for a fiancee visa if you are not divorced.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2012 at 6:04 PM
Rebecca T White
You need to be legally divorced before filing a fiance petition. I am not clear on your concerns regarding a ten month wait. If I can be of further assistance please let me know.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2012 at 1:55 PM
Bruce A. Coane
Why would you have to wait 10 months after your divorce? Normally, once you're divorced you can get married.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2012 at 1:54 PM
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It only takes 6 months to divorce in California and you can remarry right away. So not sure where you are getting the 10 months timeframe. And you cannot apply for a fiance visa until the divorce is finalized.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2012 at 1:49 PM