V-1: Issued to spouses of LPRs waiting for immigrant petition approval

Who Qualifies For A V-1 Visa Classification?

Spouses of U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card) who are beneficiaries of immigrant visa petitions pending with the CIS for at least 3 years or has been approved and 3 years has passed since the filing date.

What Are The Requirements For A V-1 Visa?

1. The spouse is the beneficiary listed in Form I-130 that has been:
a. Pending for 3 years or more; or,
b. Approved and 3 years have passed since the date of filing;

2. And, at the present time:
a. An immigrant visa number is not yet available to the beneficiary; or,

b. An immigrant visa number is available to the beneficiary, but his/her application for an immigrant visa abroad or application for adjustment of status in the U.S. is still pending.
 
Can V-1 Beneficiaries Be Employed?

Yes, employment is allowed under this visa classification and can be approved after the concurrent or subsequent filing of an I-765.