What is the best way to get my fianc to US while being abroad with him?
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What is the best way to get my fianc to US while being abroad with him?
My fianc is an Australian citizen. I am a US
citizen. I will be going to Australia in December
to work and explore the country. What would
be the best way for us to come back to US to
settle together after that year in Australia is up.
Should we get married in Australia? Can I file for the fiancé visa while abroad? Should he come to the U.S. here and we get married before we both leave in December? Then file for permanent residency and wait for it to go through while in Australia?
Asked on July 25, 2018 under Immigration Law, Texas
Answers:
SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
HE will most likely not be able to come with you in 6 months if he wants to already come in as a spouse or as a fiance but he might be able to come in as a tourist. This is not the best option especially if you are planning to get married once he is in the US. the best route would probably be to get married and then file for him as a spouse and then hope the process is not too lengthy and he might be able to join you about 4-6 months after you plan to return to the US. Please let me know if you have any additional questions or how I can be of further assistance to you in this matter.
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