IMBRA Disclosure

IMBRA is the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act of 2005, a United States federal law enacted to protect foreign nationals seeking marriage-based immigration to the U.S. This legislation establishes requirements for international marriage brokers (IMBs) and provides critical safeguards for individuals seeking romantic relationships through these services.

"An international marriage broker is defined as a corporation, partnership, business, or individual that charges fees for providing dating, matrimonial, or matchmaking services between United States citizens or residents and foreign nationals." - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

IMBRA was designed to address concerns about potential exploitation in international marriage arrangements by ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the matchmaking process.

Under IMBRA, both international marriage brokers and U.S. petitioners must comply with specific regulations. The following requirements apply when pursuing a K-1 fiancé(e) visa:

IMBRA provides important protections for foreign nationals considering marriage to U.S. citizens. As of 2026, these rights include:

• Right to Information: You must receive complete background information about your U.S. partner, including criminal history, marital history, and any previous K-1 visa petitions filed.
• Right to Consent: Your personal contact information cannot be shared with any U.S. client without your explicit written permission.
• Right to Resources: You will receive a pamphlet from USCIS containing information about domestic violence laws, immigration rights, and support services available in the United States.
• Right to Protection: If you become a victim of domestic violence after entering the U.S., special immigration provisions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) may apply to your situation.

While Latin Mail Order Brides operates as an informational website and not a licensed international marriage broker, we maintain high standards for the dating platforms we review and recommend:

1. Platform Assessment: We evaluate whether dating sites comply with IMBRA regulations and maintain transparent user policies.
2. Profile Verification Review: We assess the verification procedures used by recommended platforms to ensure authentic user profiles.
3. Safety Standards: We prioritize platforms that implement robust anti-fraud measures and user protection protocols.
4. Legal Compliance Check: We verify that recommended services provide required IMBRA disclosures to their users.

The dating platforms we review maintain their own IMBRA compliance procedures. We encourage all users to review each platform's specific disclosure statements before registering.

The K-1 visa allows U.S. citizens to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the United States for the purpose of marriage. Understanding this process is essential for anyone considering international marriage:

For official information about K-1 visa requirements and processing, visit the USCIS official K-1 visa page.

If you have questions about IMBRA regulations, our disclosure policies, or the information presented on this website, please contact us:

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