Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)
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What is Form I-129F?
Form I-129F is used by a U.S. citizen to petition for a foreign fiancé(e) to come to the United States on a K-1 visa to marry, and can also be used for K-3 spouses. After approval, the petition is sent to the U.S. Department of State for visa processing. A K-1 fiancé(e) who enters is expected to marry the petitioner within 90 days and may then apply for a green card.
Who files it: A U.S. citizen petitioning for a foreign fiancé(e), or for a foreign spouse in K-3 cases.
What USCIS typically asks for
- Proof of the petitioner's U.S. citizenship
- Evidence that both parties are legally free to marry
- Evidence the couple met in person within two years before filing, unless waived
- Evidence of intent to marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e)'s admission
- Passport-style photos of the petitioner and beneficiary
A plain-English summary, not legal advice. The Form I-129F instructions on uscis.gov are the official list of requirements and evidence.
What FormVeritas checks on Form I-129F
When you run an audit from the Form Workspace, FormVeritas reviews the answers you entered using checks written for this form's fields.
Answers left blank 46 checks
Points out blank answers in the places its checks for this form look at.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; telephone numbers and email addresses; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; Yes/No answers and their explanations; and signatures and dates of signature.
How entries are written 63 checks
Checks how entries are written against what each field asks for.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; USCIS online account numbers; Social Security numbers; passports, visas and arrival records; addresses; telephone numbers and email addresses; marriage and family details; employment and education; and Yes/No answers and their explanations.
Dates 33 checks
Checks the dates entered on this form.
Areas include: dates of birth; passports, visas and arrival records; addresses; marriage and family details; and employment and education.
Answers that do not fit together 18 checks
Compares related answers on this form and points out ones that do not fit together.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; addresses; marriage and family details; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; Yes/No answers and their explanations; and signatures and dates of signature.
Check boxes and Yes/No questions 32 checks
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Signatures 8 checks
Checks the signature lines on this form.
Before you file Form I-129F
- Use the current edition (01/20/25). USCIS may reject outdated editions.
- Read the Form I-129F instructions on uscis.gov for what to include.
- Confirm the fee with the USCIS Fee Calculator and Form G-1055.
- Answer every question that applies to you, including each Yes/No question.
- Sign and date every required signature line.
- Run a FormVeritas audit and fix everything it flags.
What these checks don't do
They don't check that every question that applies to you is answered, whether your answers are true, or whether you're eligible for what you're asking for. A report with no findings does not mean USCIS will accept or approve your filing.
Not legal advice. For eligibility questions, talk to a licensed immigration attorney.
Form I-129F questions
What is Form I-129F used for?
Form I-129F is used by a U.S. citizen to petition for a foreign fiancé(e) to come to the United States on a K-1 visa to marry, and can also be used for K-3 spouses. After approval, the petition is sent to the U.S. Department of State for visa processing. A K-1 fiancé(e) who enters is expected to marry the petitioner within 90 days and may then apply for a green card.
Who files Form I-129F?
A U.S. citizen petitioning for a foreign fiancé(e), or for a foreign spouse in K-3 cases.
What does FormVeritas check on Form I-129F?
FormVeritas runs 200 checks written for Form I-129F, covering answers left blank, how entries are written, dates, answers that do not fit together, check boxes and yes/no questions, signatures.
What is the current edition of Form I-129F?
USCIS lists 01/20/25 as the current edition of Form I-129F. FormVeritas last checked this on October 21, 2026. Always confirm the edition on uscis.gov before you file.
How long does USCIS take to process Form I-129F?
Averaged across the offices and categories USCIS lists, Form I-129F typically takes 13 to 16.5 months (published October 19, 2026). Individual cases can take more or less time; check the USCIS processing times tool for your office.
Is the Form I-129F filing fee shown here?
USCIS lists fees for Form I-129F on Form G-1055, Fee Schedule (edition 10/16/26). Use the USCIS Fee Calculator to confirm the fee that applies to your filing.
Does a clean FormVeritas report mean USCIS will approve my Form I-129F?
No. FormVeritas checks the form for preventable mistakes. It does not check eligibility or whether answers are true, and it does not guarantee acceptance or approval.
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