Petitioner's Original Documents at Fiancee's Interview

[Kathryn41 3,205]

The adjudicator's handbook is posted on line for anyone who is interested in looking at it. Google is your friend. Here are the relevant links again: http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-129Finstr.pdf and http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...8ce159d286150e2

My frustration at your refusal to accept the advice that was offered to you after posting obviously showed in my post. I don't think I would go as far as to say it was nasty, but it was exasperated. You don't have to worry about receiving any more advice or information from me. Good luck on your journey.

[rebeccajo 14]

Dahling Karamella....here's nasty.

Grow freaking up.

Kathryn - You don't owe this girl an apology. She owes you one.

Kathryn 41:

Is there really any reason to get nasty and attack me personally? I got my reply from the Consular staff and they told me NOT to send any of MY original documents. That stated that they did not ask for them, they do not need them and that all they need is what is listed on the document they send my fiancee, requesting HIS documents.

It's frankly NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS what I do, I asked for information, it was given, and what I do with it is really none of your concern. Why do you feel the need to straighten me out? Are you some kind of USCIS employee who moonlights making orders to people on this website? Why DO you have the "adjudicator's handbook"??????

Your post is filled with misinformation I won't even begin to waste my time correcting all your false assumptions and inaccuracies.

How DARE you insinuate that I do not TRUST my fiancee simply because I do not wish to send enough documents overseas that in the wrong hands could totally destroy my life.

The name of this forum is VISA JOURNEY, not MY WAY OR THE HIGHWAY. I think I'll make this journey alone from here on.

Like they said, "with friends like you, who needs enemas."

Well, you obviously didn't read what I posted from the Adjudicator's Handbook - the rule guide that they use:

In addition, whenever a personal interview is required, original documents will be presented for review and comparison and returned to the applicant or petitioner at the the time of the interview.

The interview, by the way, isn't for the I-129f - it is for the K-1. The documents are requested for the K-1 interview.

But you seem determined that no matter what evidence is presented to you to the contrary you are not going to believe that your fiance needs original documents at his interview. Fine - it is your life together that you are playing with. If you want to be so stubborn as to insist that he doesn't need original documents - even though those who have been through the process have told you otherwise, and the information provided to both the interviewer and interviewee state original documents of submitted copies will be examined, go for it! After all, you really don't seem to care if he get approved or not at the interview. Wouldn't it be funny though, if they didn't give him the visa because he couldn't provide them with the original documents they request . . I bet you'll both be laughing away at the silly Consulate staff thinking that they need to see originals!

Why not just make it easy on your fiance and yourself? Send him the originals. It will make it a lot easier for him to provide them when they do request to see the originals - AT the interview.

You plan on marrying the guy after all . . . why don't you trust him with your original documents?

Edited March 13, 2008 by rebeccajo

[Peggy 1]

Kathyrn41 has offered valuable assistance to MANY for many years.

i can't recall one single instance of kathyrn having a harsh word with anyone in the time i've been on vj

I agree.

Kathyrn was trying to help you, not tell you what to do. There is a big difference between the two. I took all my originals for me and my son to our interview.

There is so much experience and knowledge with alot of the members here. Most love to help another out to get thru the process. No need to attack someone that was trying to help you.

[ames 0]

Ahmed was asked to show my original divorce decree at his Interview in Cairo by the CO. I could not find anywhere else i says it...but I know we were asked for it.

Under the I-129F guide here on VJ it says:

What to send to your fiance(e) once the I-129F is approved (Receive NOA2):

1. A copy of the entire I-129f package (that you made when you sent the petition in) and a copy of information that you sent back due to an RFE (if you received one).

2. Send all originals of the documentary proof that you submitted for the I-129F to your fiance(e) for their interview at the embassy.

3. Send an original letter affirming your desire to marry your fiance(e) and your continued support of the K-1 Visa. Sign and date the form. This will be similar to the letter you provided with the I-129F, but dated much closer to the interview (it will have most likely been several months since you submitted your I-129F).

4. I-134 Affidavit of Support form. Ensure it is notarized (by a US Notary Public), with all required supporting evidence. Begin collecting the required information ahead of time, as it can often take several weeks to collect it all.

5. You will likely need at a minimum (for the above form) two to three of your most recent pay stubs and a signed letter from your employer listing you job title, start date, your salary, and the status (full-time) of your position. Begin collecting these ASAP after your NOA2 arrives. You will also probably want to include other evidence such as your banking information and other assets as required by the I-134. Specifically you will need at least 2 of the 4 options mentioned in Section II-Supporting Evidence of the I-134. See this FAQ for more tips and ueful information on the Affidavit of Support Form.

6. A copy of the NOA2 that you received in the mail.

7. Proof of your ongoing relationship. This needs to be taken to the interview! Include photos, travel documents, emails, etc from between the time you filed and present (NOA1 date-now).

Examples: Copies of phone bills, cell phone bills, emails (you can edit personal info with a marker), letters (edit personal info also), stamps on the letters (to document the date they were sent), and other written documentary proof. Provide a reasonable amount; two to four of each type. Pick a range of dates up to and including the present. You can also include a copy of engagement ring receipt (this is something that is a big optional - do not worry if you do not have a ring yet!)

Anyway...hope this helps you.

Cheryl

There are no doubt good experiences, as well as bad experiences. i recently read a bad one at www.thepinkembassy.20m.com. Check it out. There was a lot of useful stuff there as well.