Consulate Interview: Ex-spouses??

[beijing.qifan 0]

I have heard stories about the consulate officers asking detailed ex-spouse information such as name, age, addresses, work status and etc. Does anyone know if that question is more directed to the beneficiary or Me, the Petitioner?

My situation is that my ex has run away and flew back to China before I filed for divorce. I have not contacted her since 2003/2004.

Edited June 7, 2008 by beijing.qifan

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I have heard stories about the consulate officers asking detailed ex-spouse information such as name, age, addresses, work status and etc. Does anyone know if that question is more directed to the beneficiary or Me, the Petitioner?

My situation is that my ex has run away and flew back to China before I filed for divorce. I have not contacted her since 2003/2004.

It could be either or both of you. Generally this happens with recent divorces and other issues that match a fraud profile. Certainly, if your previous wife was Chinese, there's a possibility of concern. Your explanation is pretty straight forward. I'd have her SSN available and in the beneficiary's hands and have her prepared to answer any and all questions on the matter.