Proof of Engagement

[twitchy 2]

Will the letters of intent suffice for Proof of Engagement for Packet 3?

We didn't buy engagement rings, except for small ones we bought at an antique store for ourselves, both of which were less than $100. We also have not made any reservations, or firm plans for the wedding at this time, as we don't have a date yet to plan around.

[Que Saudade 284]

We did not have to submit any proof. What more proof that you are engaged than to apply for the K1 visa? I haven't heard of anyone needing proof of engagement. You WILL need proof of marriage later though.

Unless it is something new. No need to worry about that.

[cdneh 3,112]

Not heard of proof of engagement. I didn't have a ring either, many people wait until they arrive in the USA, or like me, never do bother. We didn't have firm plans either, pretty hard to do that when you don't know when

[abner137 48]

j. EVIDENCE OF A GENUINE ENGAGEMENT. You must be prepared to prove to the consular officer that you have a genuine relationship with your petitioner and a clear intention to marry within 90 days of admission into the U.S. In the past, successful applicants have submitted photographs, letters, e-mails, phone records, bank records, and remittance records as evidence supporting their relationships and intent to marry.

The more evidence the better, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.

[cdneh 3,112]

That would be for the Philippines. Canada has never required a lot of the things on that list you link to. The OP is in Canada.

[Que Saudade 284]

j. EVIDENCE OF A GENUINE ENGAGEMENT. You must be prepared to prove to the consular officer that you have a genuine relationship with your petitioner and a clear intention to marry within 90 days of admission into the U.S. In the past, successful applicants have submitted photographs, letters, e-mails, phone records, bank records, and remittance records as evidence supporting their relationships and intent to marry.

The more evidence the better, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.

Agreed you have to be prepared to show you are in bonafide relation. But, just the point of an engagement ring etc... That alone was the OP's concern.

Plus, a ring alone does not even prove you are engaged.

Edited July 31, 2012 by Que Saudade

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

Will the letters of intent suffice for Proof of Engagement for Packet 3?

We didn't buy engagement rings, except for small ones we bought at an antique store for ourselves, both of which were less than $100. We also have not made any reservations, or firm plans for the wedding at this time, as we don't have a date yet to plan around.

Rings are not required. The letters of intent act as proof of engagement.

[twitchy 2]

Thanks. I knew rings weren't "required", but wasn't sure if they would require anything beyond the letters.

[djricky4 67]

everyone case is dealt with differently. if you want to erase all doubt that they might have. make sure you bring as much evidence as you can. even if you think it wont be needed. better to have tooo much and dont want it than too little and need it. can really set you back

[C-ma'am 684]

Rings are not required. The letters of intent act as proof of engagement.

Just like Jay-Kay said, the letters are the only requirement.

It's like this for MOST countries; but there are some exceptions, such as those who, due to cultural customs, need to have had an engagement ceremony.