My interview in Frankfurt

Sandy&Rob · August 9, 2008

Hi everybody,

I had my interview this week, here's how it went.

I went to Frankfurt on Tuesday and stayed for two nights. On Wednesday I had my medical. If you go there early enough you don't have to wait too long. All in all it only took me an hour. First I had to fill in a form about my medical history, then I had to go downstairs for the blood and urine tests and the x-ray. Then back upstairs for an exam with the doctor. She asked some questions, and did a quick exman, including an eye test (I wonder why that was necessary... not that there's anything wrong with my eyes, but what if? Would it matter??).

The staff was really nice, especially the woman who took my blood. The doctor was a bit grumpy, but since I don't want to marry HER, I didn't really care

So on Thursday I had the dreaded interview. All I can say is, don't be nervous. It was a piece of cake, really!

I took a taxi from my hotel to the consulate and was there at about 6:50; my appointment was scheduled for 7:30. At 7:00 they let everybody in, did a security check (small bags are allowed, just no luggage; you can also bring a small bottle of water), and in I was. It took about half an hour until I was called to the first counter (#23). I had to give the woman there my passport, a photo and the payment slip. She gave me a big envelope that I had to put my name and a stamp onto (you can buy them there) and instructions about what order my documents have to be in. I sat down and waited again. Then I was called to the next counter (#19). The lady there was really nice, she went through my application with me, took all my documents and told me everything about the visa. She said that if my medical is ok (they would get the results a day later) I'll get my visa within a week. I hope she's right!

Then I waited again, and finally I was called to the third counter, where the actual interview took place. It consisted of ONE question!!! First the officer made me sign that one form that you're not allowed to sign at home, then he asked me how me and my fiancé met. I told him that I was engaged to a German man with the same name who, a few years ago, got an e-mail from the American Rob, who had googled his own name. They started writing to each other, then me and the American Rob started writing, too, became friends and finally fell in love.

That was that. He took my fingerprints and told me I was all set. What??? I had a bag full of stuff to prove my relationship and he didn't want to see a single thing

At 8:30 I left the consulate - visa approved! Yayyyy!!!

BTW, the security staff there is really friendly, just smile at them and say good morning

OMG, I am moving to America in two weeks from tomorrow and I'll get married in four weeks from today! After that long, long wait (California Service Center...) things are going SO fast now!!! :dance: