Understanding The K-2 Visa

Aside from permitting long-distance couples to reunite, another benefit of the Legal Immigration Family Equity (LIFE) Act is that dependents of K-1 visa holders may also join the application via its derivative, the K-2 visa.
Overview of the application process
In order for dependents to avail the benefits of the petition, they may join their parent in the K-1 visa application. However, there are certain important conditions that must be duly satisfied. These are:

The children or dependents should be below 21 years old
The children or dependents are unmarried

If by any case, the two conditions are not met, then the prospective applicant is ineligible to apply for the K-2 visa.
On the other hand, in case the children involved cannot accompany the K-1 visa holder in entering the United States, these should not cause any trouble since they are permitted to join their parent later. However, they must first ensure that they are included in the K-1 visa application. Otherwise, the purpose of issuing derivatives is readily defeated.
In the meantime, if the dependents are readily identified in the application, they have a year to apply for the K-2 visa. Under this context, it is important to note that time is a crucial factor. If the dependent applied for a K-2 visa after a year has elapsed, they also forfeit their visa eligibility. They can still enter the United States, but this would require a different petition application.
Documentary requirements
The requirements needed for the K-2 visa applications are listed below. Both the K-1 visa and K-2 visa applicants must present these documents:

Accomplished application form
Accomplished K-1 visa application
Birth certificate
Divorce, annulment papers or death certificates (applies to those who have previous marriages)
Police certificate
Results of the medical examination
Proof of sufficient financial support
Recent photo
Proof of relationship between the K-1 applicant and the petitioner from the US
Evidence of fee payment

K-2 visa applications are intricate and tedious processes. Approval chances are also slim, most especially if the candidates are unfamiliar with immigration laws and policies. Due to this, seeking assistance from the legal professionals and experts is strongly encouraged.