Letter of Intent Sample K1 Visa

LETTER OF INTENT TO MARRY (K-1 VISA)

Document Control

• Effective Date: [Date of Execution]
• Version: 1.0 (USCIS Compliance Standard)
• Jurisdiction: United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) / Department of State

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This document is a formal declaration of intent intended for submission to federal immigration authorities. It does not constitute legal advice. The signatory acknowledges that providing false information to federal officials may result in severe penalties, including inadmissibility, deportation, and criminal prosecution under 18 U.S.C. § 1001. Parties are advised to verify current USCIS filing requirements prior to submission.

1. PARTIES

This Letter of Intent is executed by and between:

• Petitioner: [Full Legal Name of U.S. Citizen Petitioner], currently residing at [Full Residential Address of Petitioner].
• Beneficiary: [Full Legal Name of Foreign National Beneficiary], currently residing at [Full Residential Address of Beneficiary].

2. DECLARATION OF INTENT

Both parties hereby affirm their mutual intent to enter into a bona fide marriage within ninety (90) days of the Beneficiary’s admission to the United States as a K-1 nonimmigrant. This intent is based on a genuine, ongoing relationship between the Petitioner and the Beneficiary.

3. OPERATIVE CLAUSES

1. Marital Commitment: The Petitioner and Beneficiary have met in person within the two-year period immediately preceding the filing of the Form I-129F. Both parties are legally free to marry and intend to do so upon the Beneficiary’s arrival in the United States.
2. Statutory Compliance: The parties acknowledge that the K-1 visa is granted specifically for the purpose of marriage. The Beneficiary agrees to comply with all U.S. immigration laws, including the requirement to depart the United States or adjust status within the authorized period of stay.
3. Bona Fide Relationship: The parties attest that this commitment is not entered into for the purpose of evading United States immigration laws.
4. Verification of Facts: Both parties certify that all information provided in this document is true, complete, and accurate to the best of their knowledge under penalty of perjury.

4. EXECUTION BLOCK

PETITIONER: __________________________________
Signature
[Full Printed Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

BENEFICIARY: __________________________________
Signature
[Full Printed Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

5. EXECUTION AND ENFORCEMENT GUIDE

1. Original Signatures Required: USCIS mandates "wet" ink signatures. Photocopies or digital/electronic signatures (e.g., DocuSign) may be rejected by certain regional service centers. Print this document, sign in blue or black ink, and scan for your records before mailing the originals.
2. Evidence Alignment: Ensure the dates of signatures on this document are consistent with the filing date of your Form I-129F (Petition for Alien Fiancé). Significant discrepancies in the timeline of "intent" may trigger a Request for Evidence (RFE).
3. Translation Compliance: If the Beneficiary does not read English fluently, this document must be accompanied by a certified translation, including a certification from the translator affirming their competence and the accuracy of the translation.
4. Retention: Maintain a copy of the executed document in the Beneficiary’s "Consular Processing File" to be presented during the subsequent interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.