Bringing petitioners birth certificate, etc. to interview?

[JoeCanuk 3]

I don't think so.

I don't have it. It's hers. She's not putting it in the mail for me to bring to my interview nor do I think she should. It is not wise to do that.

I'd like a lawyer to tell me that she needs to. Til then...I don't think so.

[Cassie 8]

I had Jerry's with me, as well as a photocopy of it. I think I gave them the photocopy, and was not specifically asked to produce the original for inspection, if I remember correctly. Just my experience.

[JoeCanuk 3]

I had Jerry's with me, as well as a photocopy of it. I think I gave them the photocopy, and was not specifically asked to produce the original for inspection, if I remember correctly. Just my experience.

Ok thanks. It's nice to know they didn't ask you for the original. I have a copy. She is not about to send me her original in the mail and I don't blame her. I have no reason to have her original birth certificate. It is hers. The Consulate is going to have to be satisfied with a copy. They will be able to find out it's a valid copy of a U.S. citizen's b/c with very little effort.

[gag54611 1]

My fiancee didn't have mine. The job of the USCIS is to validate the petitioner, while the consulate has to validate the recipient. On looking at our copy of the packet 3 checklist, it doesn't call for the petitioner's documents - neither original nor copy.

G

[raymaga 25]

Good luck at your interview.

I notice from your profile that you applied for the K-1 Visa in March of 2006!!!! Man...... I thought I had to wait a long time!!!!

Best wishes.

[JoeCanuk 3]

My fiancee didn't have mine. The job of the USCIS is to validate the petitioner, while the consulate has to validate the recipient. On looking at our copy of the packet 3 checklist, it doesn't call for the petitioner's documents - neither original nor copy.

G

Thank you. That is what I thought too. But the faq's on this site said I had to have them and that's just not going to happen. It wasn't on my checklist either.

Good luck at your interview.

I notice from your profile that you applied for the K-1 Visa in March of 2006!!!! Man...... I thought I had to wait a long time!!!!

Best wishes.

Thank you very much.

LOL yep...March 2006! I had no idea it would take this long. Congratulations to you.

Edited June 12, 2007 by JoeCanuk

[Dwarf_Ogress 0]

I took mine to Marlon the last time I visited. No big deal.

[JoeCanuk 3]

I took mine to Marlon the last time I visited. No big deal.

That's fine. It wouldn't be possible in our case and since it's not even necessary I don't see the point in getting it. Besides, she wouldn't give it to me. Nor do I want it. take care.

[vikasp 0]

I think you need to prove to the consular officer that the petitioner is allowed to petition (i.e., s/he is a US legal permanent resident or citizen). You can prove this with a copy of birth certificate, naturalization/citizenship form, or full copy of US Passport. I am going to do the latter.

Vikas

[JoeCanuk 3]

I think you need to prove to the consular officer that the petitioner is allowed to petition (i.e., s/he is a US legal permanent resident or citizen). You can prove this with a copy of birth certificate, naturalization/citizenship form, or full copy of US Passport. I am going to do the latter.

Vikas

Ok thanks. Although I don't know why I need to prove anything about her. All that was proven already. That is why the petition was approved wasn't it?

[payxibka 10,045]

I think you need to prove to the consular officer that the petitioner is allowed to petition (i.e., s/he is a US legal permanent resident or citizen). You can prove this with a copy of birth certificate, naturalization/citizenship form, or full copy of US Passport. I am going to do the latter.

Vikas

Ok thanks. Although I don't know why I need to prove anything about her. All that was proven already. That is why the petition was approved wasn't it?

The instructions that you get from the consulate will tell you all the documents that you are required to have available or in your possession at the interview. If they require it they will indicate it on the list, it is as simple as that.

[JoeCanuk 3]

I think you need to prove to the consular officer that the petitioner is allowed to petition (i.e., s/he is a US legal permanent resident or citizen). You can prove this with a copy of birth certificate, naturalization/citizenship form, or full copy of US Passport. I am going to do the latter.

Vikas

Ok thanks. Although I don't know why I need to prove anything about her. All that was proven already. That is why the petition was approved wasn't it?

The instructions that you get from the consulate will tell you all the documents that you are required to have available or in your possession at the interview. If they require it they will indicate it on the list, it is as simple as that.

Ok thank you. So they won't spring any surprises on me? It says nothing about anything from my fiancee except the support thing, the divorce certificate, etc. Thanks again.

[Yodrak 7]

JoeCanuk,

Photocopies of documents may be submitted with the understanding that a USCIS or consular officer can ask to see the original at any time. Interviews are a convenient time to spot-check. Chances are that something will be asked for, it may or may not be the petitioner's birth certificate (or other evidence of citizenship).

Yodrak

I don't think so.

I don't have it. It's hers. She's not putting it in the mail for me to bring to my interview nor do I think she should. It is not wise to do that.

I'd like a lawyer to tell me that she needs to. Til then...I don't think so.

[JoeCanuk 3]

JoeCanuk,

Photocopies of documents may be submitted with the understanding that a USCIS or consular officer can ask to see the original at any time. Interviews are a convenient time to spot-check. Chances are that something will be asked for, it may or may not be the petitioner's birth certificate (or other evidence of citizenship).

Yodrak

I don't think so.

I don't have it. It's hers. She's not putting it in the mail for me to bring to my interview nor do I think she should. It is not wise to do that.

I'd like a lawyer to tell me that she needs to. Til then...I don't think so.

My packet 3 mentions nothing of a "spot check". It does, however, tell me what I need to bring. I will bring her PHOTOCOPY of a birth certificate, but even that is not listed as necessary. What should I believe? The K1 visa 'faq' on here...or my list of instructions? The United States government has gotten everything it needed from her when she filed. My packet mentions only her divorce certificate and the affidavit of support. I'm really getting tired of the contradictory advice/opinions I have been reading.

[vikasp 0]

My packet 3 mentions nothing of a "spot check". It does, however, tell me what I need to bring. I will bring her PHOTOCOPY of a birth certificate, but even that is not listed as necessary. What should I believe? The K1 visa 'faq' on here...or my list of instructions? The United States government has gotten everything it needed from her when she filed. My packet mentions only her divorce certificate and the affidavit of support. I'm really getting tired of the contradictory advice/opinions I have been reading.

Packet will not mention a "spot check" but what people here are telling you is that you may be asked for something that is not listed in Packet 3. It happens. Read the forums. The consulate officer has a job to do and may require additional information to finish his/her job in a manner compatible with U.S. national security. Remember, we're in a post-9/11 world.

The K1 FAQ here is based upon past experiences. It's not for nothing. I would think that the majority of the time, you only need what's listed in packet 3/4. However, as people here are saying, don't be surprised if you're asked for more.

I personally think you should be fine with a photocopy of her birth certificate (or US passport) to prove she's able to petition you. HOWEVER, the officer has a right to ask for any originals that you submit as a copy.