Thread: UK citizen wishes to marry U.S citizen, confused
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Old 13th October 2009, 02:10 AM
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Originally from uk. Expat in usa.
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Originally Posted by dazuk View Post
I have just got back from a 90 day stay in the states and have decided that would like to marry my girlfriend. I would like to get married as soon as possible ideally in the USA. I have heard that under the VWP if you have intent to marry then they will not let you in the country? or grant a visa at a later stage. I would not stay under the VWP just stay for say 2 weeks and get married

Does actually know of anyone that has got married in the states while using the VWP?

or is it best for my girlfriend to apply for a K1 visa for me?? and then get married ?

hope someone can help
There's no problem getting married on a VWP entry provided you do not intend to remain in the US when you enter. Get married, file for a CR1 immigrant visa, then leave before your 90 days are up. Visa takes 8-10 months from start, and you have a green card from the start.

Alternatively, file for a K1 now, and in 8-10 months you can come over to get married and remain here.
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