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What are the K-1 requirements?

By Attorney Izi Pinho, Esq. · Florida Bar #126610·Published Jan 15, 2026·Reviewed Apr 20, 2026·K-1

Answer

The petitioner must be a US citizen, both must be legally free to marry, and they must have met in person within the past 2 years (limited cultural or religious exceptions exist). The petitioner must also meet income requirements (125% of Federal Poverty Guidelines).

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