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Petitioner and beneficiary must be legally able and willing to conclude a valid marriage in the United States. The petitioner and beneficiary must have previously met in person within the past two years, unless the Attorney General waives that requirement. As soon as the case is processed and the applicant has all necessary documents, a consular officer will interview the fiancé (e).

Upon arriving into the U.S. the alien fiancé (e) must apply for work authorization with USCIS. The marriage must take place within 90 days of admission into the United States. Following the marriage, the alien spouse must apply to USCIS to establish a record of entry for conditional permanent residence status. After two years, the alien may apply to the USCIS for removal of the conditional status.