Bringing Your Filipina Fiancée to the U.S.: The K-1 Visa Course
From CENOMAR to the plane ticket: the documents, costs and scams every American should understand first.
$137.90 with early access (30% off). No payment today.
Sound familiar?
- You're engaged, but you keep running into acronyms: CENOMAR, PSA, I-129F, CFO. Nobody explains how they fit together.
- You're not sure what happens if either of you was married before, especially since divorce rules in the Philippines are unusual.
- You've been offered "fast-track processing" by someone who wants a fee up front.
- You don't know what the whole process will cost once you add fees, documents, travel and a medical exam.
- You worry about being targeted by romance or "family emergency" scams, or about your fiancée being pressured by an agent.
What you get
A step-by-step video course with checklists:
- The K-1 roadmap. Eligibility, the in-person meeting requirement, filing the petition, the interview in Manila and what happens after arrival.
- CENOMAR explained. What a Certificate of No Marriage Record from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) is, how it's obtained and why it matters for proving she's free to marry.
- Previous marriages. How prior marriages, annulments and recognition of foreign divorces affect the paperwork, and why this is the step that most often causes delays.
- The documents list. Birth certificates, police clearances, translations, photos, evidence of your relationship. Printable and organized by who obtains what.
- Pre-departure steps. Fiancé(e) visa holders from the Philippines are expected to complete a guidance and counseling session before they travel. We show you what it is and how to plan for it.
- The 90-day rule. A K-1 fiancée must marry the U.S. citizen within 90 days of entering the United States. We show you how to plan backward from that date.
- Costs and timeline. A realistic budget, with a method for checking current government fees instead of trusting outdated blog posts.
- Scam and red-flag guide. Fake agents, advance-fee "processing", pressure for gifts or emergency money, and what a legitimate process looks like.
Who it's for
- U.S. citizens engaged to, or seriously planning to marry, a partner in the Philippines
- Couples deciding between a K-1 and other routes
- Family members who want to help without getting in the way
Who it's not for
- Anyone looking for personal legal advice. This is a course, and it is no substitute for a licensed immigration attorney.
Price
$137.90early-access price, 30% offLaunch price $197
One-time payment at launch. No subscription. No payment today.
FAQ
What is a CENOMAR and do we need it?
It's a record from the Philippine Statistics Authority showing no marriage on file. It's commonly used as evidence of her marital status when applying. The course shows how to request it and what to do if it shows something unexpected.
Does the course cover Filipino family customs?
Yes: meeting the family, expectations around support and communication, and how to stay respectful without being taken advantage of.
Can she work right after arriving?
Not automatically. After arrival she can apply for work permission, and the course covers the steps and typical timing.
What if we marry in the Philippines instead?
That's a different route (a spouse visa rather than a fiancée visa). The course compares both so you can choose with open eyes.
What happens when I reserve?
You leave your email. When the course launches, you get early access at 30% off. No payment today, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Disclaimer
Educational information only, not legal advice. Even Keel Studio is not a law firm and is not affiliated with USCIS, the U.S. Department of State, the Philippine government or any government agency. Rules and fees change; always check current instructions with the relevant agency or a licensed immigration attorney.