Proof of Sevis Fee- is the official copy necessary

[luis_bici_ 4]

Is the official copy (I-797C) necessary to present at the visa interview? I've always heard they verify this by computer. Thank you.

[Alelovescesar 5]

i've heard it's not exactly necesary, but it might not be a bad idea to take it with you just in case

[souleymon 27]

if the original isnt mailed early to you b4 the interview,you can go with the computer generated copy,its acceptable bcos of the delay in mailing in some countries

[luis_bici_ 4]

I had it mailed to me because I thought it would get here quickly (and who knows how long it would take to arrive properly to Venezuela)(I am USC in the US) and I could send it with other documents. Wrong. So it just arrived here. Should I forward it on then? Why do they need it if they already have proof of payment on their computer?