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USCIS Form I-129F: Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)

Filing Fee
$675
$675.00 USD
Current Edition
01/20/2025
Verify before filing
Category
Family-Based Immigration
USCIS classification
DC / Primary Office
11–16 mo.
Texas Service Center
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What Form I-129F Does

Used by U.S. citizens to petition for a K-1 fiancé(e) or K-3 spouse visa.

Instructions Summary

U.S. citizen files Form I-129F with proof of citizenship. K-1 petitions include intent to marry within 90 days of arrival and evidence of an in-person meeting within the last two years (subject to limited exemptions). K-3 spouse petitions include the applicable Form I-130 filing information. Review the official instructions for the selected classification.

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Filing Addresses

Source: USCIS.gov · Addresses subject to change — always verify before mailing
Form I-129F · Mailing addresses by applicant typeConfirm at uscis.gov before filing
Filing TypeAddress
USCIS Texas Service Center (USPS)
USCIS Attn: I-129F P.O. Box 660151 Dallas, TX 75266-0151
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Current Processing Times by Office

80th percentile · Monthly update
egov.uscis.gov/processing-times · Represents 80% of adjudicated cases over prior 6 months
USCIS Office · 80th percentile of prior 6 monthsClick office for full detail →
USCIS OfficeCategory / SubtypeProcessing TimeReceipt Date for Inquiry
Texas Service Center
All categories
11–16 mo.
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Last updated 2026-10-05 · Source: USCIS · For informational purposes only — not legal advice · Consult an attorney for your specific situation.