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K-1 Fiancé Visa Costs Explained (2026)
Watch Fred Wahl explain the principal K-1 fiancé visa fees, typical medical examination costs, VisaCoach service fees, and other expenses couples should consider when planning their case.
Published June 30, 2026 · Presented by Fred Wahl, The VisaCoach
What Does a K-1 Fiancé Visa Cost?
The K-1 process involves separate payments at different stages. The main costs discussed in the video are the USCIS filing fee, the required medical examination, and the consular visa application fee.
USCIS Filing Fee: $675
This fee is paid when the U.S. citizen files Form I-129F to begin the K-1 fiancé visa process.
Medical Examination: Typically $350 to $450
The actual charge varies by country, approved clinic, vaccinations, and local requirements.
Consular Visa Fee: $265
This fee is paid for the K-1 visa application before the embassy or consulate interview.
Estimated Total Before U.S. Entry: $1,300 to $1,400
This estimate combines the three principal expenses above. It does not include travel, translations, civil documents, additional vaccinations, courier charges, or optional professional assistance.
Important: The foreign fiancé must apply for Adjustment of Status after entering the United States and marrying the U.S. citizen petitioner. Those later green card filing costs are separate from the pre-entry K-1 visa costs summarized in this video.
For a more detailed written explanation, visit the main guide to K-1 fiancé visa costs and fees.
How VisaCoach Supports K-1 Couples
VisaCoach helps couples prepare and organize their case from the initial petition through the consular stage and the important steps following arrival in the United States.
- Preparation of a professionally organized front-loaded I-129F petition
- Guidance during USCIS processing
- Assistance responding to a Request for Evidence, when needed
- Consular document preparation and interview guidance
- Affidavit of support preparation for the K-1 interview stage
- Guidance concerning marriage, Adjustment of Status, and Social Security steps after arrival
VisaCoach Service Fees Discussed in the Video
$1,095 at the USCIS stage: Preparation of the front-loaded petition package and guidance through the USCIS portion of the process.
$250 at the consular stage: Embassy or consulate preparation, including interview guidance and affidavit of support assistance.
Service scope and pricing may change. Review the current service information before deciding whether professional document-preparation assistance is right for you.
Video Transcript
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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 and affidavit of support.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the K-1 fiancé visa cost before entering the United States?
Using the amounts discussed in the video, the I-129F filing fee, medical examination, and consular visa fee total approximately $1,300 to $1,400. Additional expenses vary by case and country.
Does the $1,300 to $1,400 estimate include Adjustment of Status?
No. Adjustment of Status is a later process completed after the K-1 entrant arrives, the couple marries, and the foreign spouse applies for permanent residence.
Why does the medical examination price vary?
Each embassy-approved panel physician sets charges according to local procedures. Vaccinations, laboratory work, and country-specific requirements can affect the total.
Are VisaCoach fees included in the government-cost estimate?
No. VisaCoach assistance is optional and is separate from filing, medical, and consular charges.
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