stevenrs

Which one is easier and takes less time?... (No pun intended) Any recommendations out there for the path of least resistance?

cindyabs

Depends on what service center you come under. Then I would go and look at the current processing times for the K1 and weigh it against the roughly two months or so that the K3 is taking. It also depends on what country your significant other is from.

katesuiter1

Easy? Hmmmm.......didn't think that was a word in immigration vocab! Only kidding!

We went the K1 route, but that was back in Sep 02 when Texas was only estimating 60-90 days, so the whole process only took about 4 months. (Still seemed like a lifetime, though, but nothing compared to some people's wait. ) I agree that you need to look at the reports sent out from the Service Centers and weigh up your options. Also, the Consulate you'd be using will play a big part. I went through London, and I haven't a bad word to say about them. They're efficient, friendly, and very polite. Do some research before you commit to one visa or another, as it really does vary greatly. Good luck!
Kate. xxxxxxx

stevenrs

Thank you Cindy. I should have been more specific. I live in WA state so I guess that means my paperwork will have to go to Nebraska which I hear is painfully slow. As for my fiance, she would be dealing with the U.S. Embassy in Beijing or the consulate in Guanzhou. Do you or anyone else know about any experiences as they relate to: China and Nebraska, K-1 vs K3?