K1 interview

[dhlincali 0]

I would like to get opinions from people who have been through the interview already. Do you think it is advantageous for both parties to be present for the interview or for my fiance to go it alone? If both are present do you think there is a better chance for her to pass? She will be interviewed in Phnom Penh on October 4th. Thanks for your input.

[Onituan 0]

I would like to get opinions from people who have been through the interview already. Do you think it is advantageous for both parties to be present for the interview or for my fiance to go it alone? If both are present do you think there is a better chance for her to pass? She will be interviewed in Phnom Penh on October 4th. Thanks for your input.

It's not necessary but is very important

Because they will see that you both are engaged and loving each other.

[JimVaPhuong 4,863]

It's not necessary but is very important

Because they will see that you both are engaged and loving each other.

Not likely. Unless the consulate in Phnom Penh allows petitioners to attend the interview, they won't see them together at all. Many consulates don't allow it. Even the consulates that do allow it won't be persuaded by a show of affection. In fact, I've seen more than one visa denied because the petitioner attended and the CO asked pointed questions to the petitioner that they weren't prepared to answer, or the CO discovered after seeing the petitioner and beneficiary together that they don't really have a common language and don't communicate very well.

On the other hand, if the petitioner can attend then it often sends a signal to the consulate that this is important to the petitioner. If the petitioner isn't allowed to attend the interview then the petitioner can give his/her passport to the beneficiary, who can then show the passport to the CO so that the CO will know the petitioner is waiting outside. If the petitioner is allowed to attend the interview then the petitioner should be prepared in case the CO wants to ask them questions, as well. Getting affectionate with the beneficiary at the interview isn't going to help, though, especially if it's culturally inappropriate as it would be in most Asian countries. The CO will see through that show in a heartbeat.

It's also useful to the beneficiary if the petitioner can be there and give moral support.

Edited September 3, 2011 by JimVaPhuong