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K-2 Visa (Dependent Child of K-1 Visa Holder)
The K-2 Visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows unmarried children under 21 years of age of a K-1 visa holder (fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen) to enter the United States and accompany their parent. It ensures that children can be united with their parent during the K-1 visa process and eventual marriage in the U.S.
What is a K-2 Visa?
The K-2 Visa allows dependent children to:
Enter the United States with their K-1 visa parent.
Live in the U.S. while their parent marries the U.S. citizen petitioner.
Apply for Adjustment of Status (Green Card) after the parent’s marriage and approval of K-1 adjustment.
Key features of the K-2 Visa include:
Validity: Single-entry visa linked to the K-1 visa parent.
Children must be unmarried and under 21 years of age.
Allows children to reside legally in the U.S. while their parent completes the K-1 process.
Leads to eligibility for permanent residency (Green Card) after the parent’s marriage and adjustment of status.
Why Choose a K-2 Visa?
Keep children united with their K-1 visa parent in the U.S.
Legal entry and residence for children during the marriage and adjustment process.
Provides a clear pathway to permanent residency for dependent children.
Allows children to attend school and live with their parent in the United States.
Ideal for families seeking to be together during immigration processes.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for a K-2 Visa:
The parent must be a K-1 visa holder.
Child must be unmarried and under 21 years of age at the time of application.
Child must intend to enter the U.S. with the K-1 parent.
Must meet health, security, and admissibility standards.
Examples of evidence for eligibility:
Proof of relationship to K-1 visa parent (birth certificate, adoption papers).
Passport and identification documents for the child.
Copy of K-1 visa petition and approval notice for the parent.
Medical examination report.
Additional supporting documents as requested by the consulate.
K-2 Visa Process
Include Dependents in K-1 Petition: U.S. citizen petitioner includes unmarried children under 21 in the Form I-129F petition.
USCIS Approval: Petition is reviewed and approved for both K-1 parent and K-2 children.
Consular Processing: Apply for K-2 visa at the U.S. consulate in the child’s country.
Visa Interview: Attend consular interview with supporting documents.
Entry to the U.S.: Enter the U.S. with the K-1 parent.
Adjustment of Status: After the parent’s marriage, children can apply for Adjustment of Status to become permanent residents.
Documents Required
Valid passport for the child.
Birth certificate or adoption papers proving relationship to K-1 parent.
Form I-129F petition approval notice for K-1 parent.
Medical examination report.
Passport-sized photographs.
Additional supporting documents as requested by the consulate.
Timeline & Processing Time
USCIS Petition (Form I-129F) Processing: 6–9 months (included with K-1 petition).
Consular Processing & Interview: 2–4 months.
Overall Timeline: Typically 8–12 months, depending on processing times and documentation.
K-2 vs. K-1 Visa
K-1 Visa: For the foreign fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen.
K-2 Visa: For unmarried children under 21 of the K-1 visa holder.
K-2 visas are dependent on the K-1 parent’s visa approval and entry.
How We Help
We provide full support for K-2 Visa applicants:
Guidance on eligibility and required documentation for dependent children.
Assistance in including children in the K-1 petition.
Support with consular procedures and visa interview preparation.
Step-by-step guidance through entry to the U.S. and Adjustment of Status process.
Personalized support for families navigating the fiancé(e) and dependent visa process.
Why Choose Us for K-2 Visa Assistance?
Expertise in K-1 and K-2 visa applications and family-based immigration.
Proven success in K-2 approvals for dependent children.
Assistance with documentation, petition filing, and consular procedures.
Personalized guidance for families seeking to remain together during immigration.
Trusted partner for families aiming to unite and live together in the U.S.