Upcoming interview in Montreal

[Dylan'sWife 2]

Hello all,

I just got back to Toronto from visiting my husband in California after finding out my interview was scheduled for Friday.

I will be interviewed for a CR-1 visa and am lost about what documents I should bring since I originally thought I would be interview for my K3 visa; all the stories of the mean black lady with blond hair yelling at people has gotten me nervous and I don't want to make any mistakes.

The checklist is asking for my original birth certificate which I already sent them, do I just bring a registers copy?

As well as the affidavit of support and police certificate- I happen to have update ones so I will obviously bring it.

Other than that documents do I need to give them? From the check list, it looks like I just bring Part 2 of the DS230 along with a birth certificate, police certificate, marriage certificate and affidavit of support ( divorce, military records not applicable). Is that it or do I need to bring copies of the I-130 application, G-325's and I-130 approval?

I know I need to bring my passport, 2 photo's and the interview letter.

Also, do I hand my proof of an on going relationship to the them prior being called in for my interview?

Thanks.

[trailmix 77]

Hi,

From what I know you seem to have it pretty much covered.

- Did you get your medical already?

- U.S. Cash for the fees

- Express post envelope

Anyway, those were the only other things I could think of besides what you mentioned. I'm not sure about the birth certificate, hard to say since technically you have already sent them a copy.

Edited January 2, 2008 by trailmix

[trailmix 77]

Hi,

From what I know you seem to have it pretty much covered.

- Did you get your medical already?

- U.S. Cash for the fees

- Express post envelope

Anyway, those were the only other things I could think of besides what you mentioned. I'm not sure about the birth certificate, hard to say since technically you have already sent them a copy.

Cancel the fee part, I didn't know you had already gone through NVC, thought it was a quick switch from K3 to CR1 due to the expedite.

Anyway, also think it might be a good idea to post this in the Canada forum, and good luck with your interview - don't be nervous, you will do just fine

[Dylan'sWife 2]

Hi,

From what I know you seem to have it pretty much covered.

- Did you get your medical already?

- U.S. Cash for the fees

- Express post envelope

Anyway, those were the only other things I could think of besides what you mentioned. I'm not sure about the birth certificate, hard to say since technically you have already sent them a copy.

Cancel the fee part, I didn't know you had already gone through NVC, thought it was a quick switch from K3 to CR1 due to the expedite.

Anyway, also think it might be a good idea to post this in the Canada forum, and good luck with your interview - don't be nervous, you will do just fine

Hi my friend, I can't seem to see the portal for the Canadian form anymore. I don't have the X-press post envelope yet but I am getting that today.

[Cassie 8]

I'll move this to the Canadian forum for you.

[Flames9_RN 358]

if you already sent in the "original" documents you should be good to go, as NVC forwards ur whole package to mtl, so they should have them. Always good to have made copies before you mailed them off. Me being a bit paranoid paid extra to have doubles of all my originals, but they were not required as Mtl already had everything.

proof?? Always good to have some, rarely does Mtl even ask for any at the interview, but doesn't hurt to bring a few pictures, letters, maybe a few travel receipts. I had piles, but they never asked to look at it.

Remember NO big bags/purses, no electronics (including car remotes, cell phones) I brought everything in a 13 pocket expanding file case. That way 1 could separate everything, and its not too big. The interview itself is normally pretty short, and they ask very basic questions, such as: how u met, what ur significant other does in the USA, what are ur plans for work in the usa?!! Your in and out in less than 10 minutes! And most importantly of all--the elevator opens from the REAR!!!! Best of luck

[trailmix 77]

And most importantly of all--the elevator opens from the REAR!!!! Best of luck

You can't see the Canada forum! Here is the link: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showforum=93 - hopefully that will get you there!

Edited January 2, 2008 by trailmix

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

Hello all,

I just got back to Toronto from visiting my husband in California after finding out my interview was scheduled for Friday.

I will be interviewed for a CR-1 visa and am lost about what documents I should bring since I originally thought I would be interview for my K3 visa; all the stories of the mean black lady with blond hair yelling at people has gotten me nervous and I don't want to make any mistakes.

The checklist is asking for my original birth certificate which I already sent them, do I just bring a registers copy?

As well as the affidavit of support and police certificate- I happen to have update ones so I will obviously bring it.

Other than that documents do I need to give them? From the check list, it looks like I just bring Part 2 of the DS230 along with a birth certificate, police certificate, marriage certificate and affidavit of support ( divorce, military records not applicable). Is that it or do I need to bring copies of the I-130 application, G-325's and I-130 approval?

I know I need to bring my passport, 2 photo's and the interview letter.

Also, do I hand my proof of an on going relationship to the them prior being called in for my interview?

Thanks.

Flames9 and Trailmix have pretty much covered everything but I thought I'd just add that you should bring copies of everything you sent in. There are reviews of MTL in previous posts and some of them are quite detailed. I went on Dec. 19 and they weren't allowing bags but were allowing car remotes and cellphones (read my review and several others to learn about the procedure). BTW, the elevator has a white paper sign over the rear of the elevator (only two floors and you get off at the first floor (19th)), so it's a no-brainer. That's about it and good luck on Friday.

[trailmix 77]

Flames9 and Trailmix have pretty much covered everything but I thought I'd just add that you should bring copies of everything you sent in. There are reviews of MTL in previous posts and some of them are quite detailed. I went on Dec. 19 and they weren't allowing bags but were allowing car remotes and cellphones (read my review and several others to learn about the procedure). BTW, the elevator has a white paper sign over the rear of the elevator (only two floors and you get off at the first floor (19th)), so it's a no-brainer. That's about it and good luck on Friday.

Some of us didn't take copies of everything we sent in, we got tired of photocopying B)

[thermophile 0]

you've got it covered. the letter says to bring those original documents IF you didn't already send them to NVC. It sounds like your case is a bit confusing so you may want to bring copies of as many things as you can. I didn't copy anything extra, just brought the copies that we made as we were sending stuff in. As for proof of on going relationship, just take your plane ticket stub from your last trip. I went with the hubby to his interview, so maybe that was proof enough of the relationship. They asked about how we met and what work we do. that was about it. it'll be fine. don't take more stuff than you can easily carry-they won't want to look at any of it anyway.

[L_n_O 3]

good luck!

[Carlawarla 1]

Best of luck! I just noted you have your interview tomorrow...I'm so happy it's finally here! Best wishes tomorrow!

Carla

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

Flames9 and Trailmix have pretty much covered everything but I thought I'd just add that you should bring copies of everything you sent in. There are reviews of MTL in previous posts and some of them are quite detailed. I went on Dec. 19 and they weren't allowing bags but were allowing car remotes and cellphones (read my review and several others to learn about the procedure). BTW, the elevator has a white paper sign over the rear of the elevator (only two floors and you get off at the first floor (19th)), so it's a no-brainer. That's about it and good luck on Friday.

Some of us didn't take copies of everything we sent in, we got tired of photocopying B)

You and thermophile are right. I worry too much (you'll be OK Dylan's Wife). Still I'm glad I did take copies of all those documents. Strangely enough, they didn't look at 95% of what I was asked to bring. Good luck and be prepared to answer the question about how you met. They asked my parents that one and they've been married forever. (after 15,700+ days do you suppose it will last? )

[trailmix 77]

They asked my parents that one and they've been married forever. (after 15,700+ days do you suppose it will last? )

Just my humble opinion, but I think they are in it for the long haul!

In hindsight I would have actually taken photocopies, but then I would have had to delay sending them for 1 more day, plus I figured, if the NVC lost something I would have to get another original anyway. The hindsight part is, if they had lost something at NVC at least I could have waved the photo copy at them and said hey, I sent this blah blah blah

Luckily they didn't lose anything - that I know of

[~Laura and Nick~ 5]

Good Luck!!!