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Immigration
The processing time for a fiancé visa (also known as a K-1 visa) and a spouse visa (also known as a CR-1 or IR-1 visa) can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case and the processing times at the specific embassy or consulate where the application is being processed. Typically, a fiancé visa will take longer to process than a spouse visa. The fiancé visa process includes an additional step of the foreign fiancé(e) having to apply for and obtain a visa to enter the United States, which can add several weeks or months to the overall processing time. Once the fiancé(e) enters the United States, the couple must marry within 90 days, and then the foreign spouse can apply for adjustment of status to become a permanent resident.
