K1 denied
Unfortunately, my K1 and my daughter's K2 (who is 19) visa got denied about 10 days in Guang-Zhou, China, even though the documents w prepared were sufficient. Since my finance (USC) only visited me once in the last 1.5 years, it might give the officer bad impression.
The reason was follows:
Frequently Asked Questions About Refusals Under Section 5A
What does it mean that my family member’s petition was refused under Section 5A?
When a family/relationship-based petition has been refused under section 5A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), it essentially means that the consular officer has made a determination that the underlying relationship is not bona fide and was instead formed in an effort to circumvent U.S. immigration law. (Note: for K visas where the officer has determined that the relationship is not bona fide, section221 (g) is more typically the grounds for refusal.)
I discussed with my finance (USC) how we should do next. Some friends have recommended 3 options: 1) re-apply K1 (no K2 this time) again; 2) get married and then apply K3; 3) get married and then apply CR-1.
If you read this message and have some idea, would you please have your recommendation? Thanks.