Can My Fiancé Work on a K-1 Visa?

Yes, your fiancé can work on a K-1 visa, but only after applying for and receiving a work permit.

Here’s how it works:

• Once your fiancé enters the U.S. on a K-1 visa, they can apply for work authorization by submitting Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization) to USCIS.
  
• The work permit, if granted, is typically valid for 90 days, which matches the allowed stay on the K-1 visa.
  
• After marriage (which must occur within 90 days), your spouse can apply for a green card (Adjustment of Status) and reapply for a new, longer-term work permit.

Important: Without the approved work permit, your fiancé cannot legally work in the U.S. on just a K-1 visa.

Also, read >> Can I Marry My Fiancé While Waiting for a K-1 Visa?