Thinking about sponsoring your partner to the US? Here is everything you need to know about the process.
Many think, “How can I bring my partner to the US?” Even though it looks like there might be an easy solution, there are many different possibilities, making it a little more challenging.
US immigration laws do not consider romantic relationships. So, regretfully, the likelihood that your girlfriend or boyfriend will be able to visit you in the US largely depends on their country.
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The difference between living and visiting the US
Dealing with immigration status is crucial if people from different countries decide to live jointly in the US so that neither you nor your partner will be denied entry to the US in the future.
Avoid exceeding the number of days you are legally permitted to be in the US, as doing so could result in deportation or a lengthy or permanent ban on future entry.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bringing Your Partner to the US
One of the most asked questions is,” Although we are not yet engaged, my boyfriend/girlfriend wishes to immigrate permanently to the United States. Could they obtain a visa to reside here so we can date?”
If your companion is from one of 38 countries, they might not require a visa based on their country of origin. In addition, under the visitor visa program, your partner can enter the US as a visitor without requiring any visa.
You can quickly register for an electronic authorization, or ESTA, online if your companion is from one of the 38 nations. The Visa Waiver Program covers this program. You can apply using your passport, email address, and debit or credit card.
Can your partner move with you?
Your partner cannot be sponsored to move in with you; they may only visit. Unmarried partner visas are not currently available. Your romantic partner should be your spouse or fiance to be able to sponsor.
To sponsor, you must fill out an I-130 Form (Application for Alien Relative). This agreement establishes the partnership between you and your spouse. If you want your spouse or partner to remain in the country legally, you must go through this procedure.
How long can your partner remain in the US?
Your partner is only permitted to stay in the country visa-free for a maximum of 90 days at a time if they entered through the Visa Waiver Program.
However, your partner could attend college or university on a valid student status or seek employer sponsorship to extend their stay. Another alternative would be fiancé or spousal sponsorship.
Can you file for a fiancé visa while your partner visits on their visitor visa?
If you are unmarried, you may be able to bring your fiancé to the country so they can get married and live here. In this situation, you must file for a K-1 fiancé visa, a nonimmigrant visa, and an I-129F fiance(é) application.
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