K-1 Fiancé Visa Costs
How Much Does a K-1 Fiancé Visa Cost?
The main required expenses for a K-1 fiancé visa are the USCIS petition filing fee, the medical examination, and the consular visa application fee. Together, these costs are generally about $1,300 to $1,400 before travel, document, and professional-assistance expenses.
Cost breakdown
Primary K-1 Fiancé Visa Expenses
These are the three main required expenses most couples encounter before the foreign fiancé or fiancée travels to the United States.
| Cost | Expense | When and where it is paid |
|---|---|---|
| $675 | USCIS Form I-129F filing fee | Paid when the U.S. citizen submits the fiancé visa petition to USCIS. |
| $350–$450 | Medical examination | Usually paid directly to the embassy-approved panel physician or clinic before the visa interview. The actual cost varies by country, clinic, and vaccination needs. |
| $265 | K visa application fee | Paid during the consular processing stage according to the payment instructions of the interviewing U.S. embassy or consulate. |
Estimated total: Approximately $1,300 to $1,400. This does not include travel, translations, civil documents, passport photographs, courier charges, or the later adjustment-of-status process after marriage.
Video guide
K-1 Fiancé Visa Costs Explained
Fred Wahl explains the government fees, medical examination costs, and VisaCoach support available throughout the K-1 fiancé visa process.
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Read the video transcript
If you’re planning to bring your fiancé or fiancée to the United States on a K-1 Fiancé Visa, one of the first questions you probably have is:
“How much does the process cost?”
In this video, I’ll break down the government fees, the medical exam costs, and explain how VisaCoach can help guide you through the entire process from start to finish.
I’m Fred Wahl, The VisaCoach, and I’ve helped thousands of couples successfully navigate the K-1 Fiancé Visa process.
Let’s get started.
Government Fees for a K-1 Fiancé Visa
There are three primary government-related expenses during the K-1 Visa process.
USCIS Filing Fee
The first payment is made when you submit your petition to USCIS.
Current USCIS Filing Fee: $675
This fee is paid when filing the I-129F petition that starts the K-1 Visa process.
Medical Examination
Before the visa interview, your fiancé must complete a medical examination with a clinic approved by the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Typical Cost: $350 to $450
The exact amount varies by country and clinic.
This fee is usually paid directly to the clinic and is often paid in cash.
Consular Visa Fee
Just before the interview, your fiancé will pay the visa application fee to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Current Consular Visa Fee: $265
Total Government Costs
When you add everything together:
- USCIS Filing Fee: $675
- Medical Exam: $350 to $450
- Consular Visa Fee: $265
The total government and required processing costs are approximately:
$1,300 to $1,400
This does not include travel expenses, obtaining civil documents, or optional professional assistance.
How VisaCoach Helps
Many couples discover that the paperwork and evidence requirements are actually more challenging than the fees themselves.
That’s where VisaCoach comes in.
Unlike many services that simply sell forms and disappear, VisaCoach remains with you throughout the entire process.
We help you prepare a professionally organized Front Loaded Petition, designed to clearly demonstrate the legitimacy of your relationship from the very beginning.
We then continue providing guidance through:
- Petition preparation and filing
- USCIS processing
- Requests for additional evidence if needed
- Consular processing preparation
- Interview preparation
- Final interview guidance
- Marriage after arrival
- Applying for Adjustment of Status for permanent residency
- Social Security registration and next-step immigration guidance
In other words, we’re with you from the beginning of the K-1 process all the way through the important steps after your fiancé arrives in the United States.
VisaCoach Service Fees
For couples who would like our professional assistance, our fees are currently:
$1,095 at the USCIS Stage
This includes preparation of your Front Loaded Petition package and guidance throughout the USCIS portion of the process.
$250 at the Consular Stage
This includes guidance and preparation for the embassy or consulate phase, including interview preparation.
Final Thoughts
The government costs for a K-1 Fiancé Visa are generally about $1,300 to $1,400, depending on the medical examination fee in your country.
Proper preparation can help avoid delays, Requests for Evidence, and costly mistakes that can add both time and expense to your case.
If you’d like help preparing a strong K-1 Fiancé Visa application, visit VisaCoach.com and learn more about how we can help.
I’m Fred Wahl, The VisaCoach.
Thanks for watching, and I wish you success in bringing your loved one home to the United States.
This was Fred Wahl, The VisaCoach.
Budget planning
Additional Expenses to Consider
The three primary costs do not represent every expense a couple may face during the full immigration journey.
Travel and appointments
Your fiancé may need to travel to an approved medical clinic and to the interviewing embassy or consulate. Transportation, lodging, and meals can add significantly to the total.
Civil documents
Possible expenses include birth certificates, police certificates, divorce records, passport photographs, certified translations, and document delivery.
Costs after U.S. arrival
The K-1 entrant must marry the U.S. citizen petitioner within 90 days and then normally applies for adjustment of status. Those filings and related expenses are separate from the K-1 visa costs shown above.
Professional support
VisaCoach K-1 Service Fees
VisaCoach offers non-legal preparation and organizational assistance for couples who want continuing support during the fiancé visa process.
USCIS stage
$1,095
Preparation of a Front Loaded Petition package and guidance through the USCIS portion of the process.
Consular stage
$250
Guidance for the embassy or consulate phase, including preparation for the visa interview.
Continue planning
Related Fiancé Visa Guides
Review the other core steps and requirements in the K-1 fiancé visa process.
Fiancé Visa Requirements
Check the essential eligibility rules before beginning the petition.
How to Apply for a Fiancé Visa
Follow the major steps from the I-129F petition through U.S. entry.
Fiancé Visa Processing Times
Understand the stages that affect how long the K-1 process may take.
Fiancé Visa Checklist
Organize the forms, civil documents, and relationship evidence needed at each stage.
Fiancé Visa Evidence
Learn how to present clear evidence of an authentic relationship.
Fiancé Visa Interview Questions
Prepare for common questions asked during the consular interview.
Frequently asked questions
K-1 Fiancé Visa Cost FAQs
How much does a K-1 fiancé visa cost?
The main required costs are generally about $1,300 to $1,400, consisting of the USCIS Form I-129F filing fee, the medical examination, and the K visa application fee. Additional expenses may apply.
Is the medical examination included in the USCIS filing fee?
No. The medical examination is paid separately to an embassy-approved panel physician or clinic. The cost varies by country, clinic, and vaccination needs.
Does the K-1 visa cost include the green card application?
No. Adjustment of status after marriage is a separate immigration process with its own forms, filing fees, and possible related expenses.
Plan before you file
Understand the full K-1 process before paying filing fees.
Check your eligibility and learn how VisaCoach can help you organize a strong fiancé visa petition.
