Pre-Interview Questions

[PalmTrees 34]

Hello.

I have my interview next Tuesday so I'm triple-checking what I'm bringing to the Embassy this week. I'm 99% sure I have everything ready (except the MRV fee) but I'm starting to worry so would like some reassurance if possible! I'm making use of the excellent pinned thread in this forum too.

1) I-134 worries. I know that current income is the most important and that London seems to be quite relaxed about this part compared to other embassies. My fiance got a job in July that pays roughly double the 125% poverty guidelines for a household of 2. Currently, I have a letter from his boss confirming role and salary and six pay stubs. He received his W-2 from the current job stating he had made 18k in the 6 months he has worked there. I'm assuming this will be acceptable? I'm going to print this out too. His old job would've pushed him over the 125% threshold but I don't have the paperwork for that. Does this matter? And I'm assuming this would be OK for the AOS process later down the line?

2) Can I take my bag into the embassy? When I went for my J1 visa 4 years ago I don't remember taking a bag in. Sorry if this is a stupid question! I know you're allowed phones in now but what about bags (my kindle will be in it) and I won't have food or drink with me.

3) I'm going to pay for the visa today. The nearest drop off location is Birmingham. I read a post where you can save some money by paying for courier delivery at £8.99 when you're in the embassy, although there is the option to pay for a courier online at $30. Is paying in the embassy for cheaper a readily available option? Because I don't wan't to leave it to the day and find out that I won't be able to arrange courier delivery afterall, as that would involve an hour + drive to Birmingham. I'm also assuming that the embassy would accept either cash or card for this. Or should I just save myself the worry and pay the $30 online?

Thank you so much for any help! I'm a natural worrier and I know I'm stressing myself out but I can't help it.

[stevensane 10]

Hello.

I have my interview next Tuesday so I'm triple-checking what I'm bringing to the Embassy this week. I'm 99% sure I have everything ready (except the MRV fee) but I'm starting to worry so would like some reassurance if possible! I'm making use of the excellent pinned thread in this forum too.

1) I-134 worries. I know that current income is the most important and that London seems to be quite relaxed about this part compared to other embassies. My fiance got a job in July that pays roughly double the 125% poverty guidelines for a household of 2. Currently, I have a letter from his boss confirming role and salary and six pay stubs. He received his W-2 from the current job stating he had made 18k in the 6 months he has worked there. I'm assuming this will be acceptable? I'm going to print this out too. His old job would've pushed him over the 125% threshold but I don't have the paperwork for that. Does this matter? And I'm assuming this would be OK for the AOS process later down the line?

2) Can I take my bag into the embassy? When I went for my J1 visa 4 years ago I don't remember taking a bag in. Sorry if this is a stupid question! I know you're allowed phones in now but what about bags (my kindle will be in it) and I won't have food or drink with me.

3) I'm going to pay for the visa today. The nearest drop off location is Birmingham. I read a post where you can save some money by paying for courier delivery at £8.99 when you're in the embassy, although there is the option to pay for a courier online at $30. Is paying in the embassy for cheaper a readily available option? Because I don't wan't to leave it to the day and find out that I won't be able to arrange courier delivery afterall, as that would involve an hour + drive to Birmingham. I'm also assuming that the embassy would accept either cash or card for this. Or should I just save myself the worry and pay the $30 online?

Thank you so much for any help! I'm a natural worrier and I know I'm stressing myself out but I can't help it.

Hi!

I had my interview on Tuesday 11th. Do't be too worried! It was easy and everyone was very pleasant!

1) This looks fine to me. I had a letter from my fiancée's bank, a letter from her employer and 6 months worth of pay-stubs (and the same stuff from my fiancée's mother who is helping us out with the affidavit of support) along with the I-134. She currently earns less than what you have stated above. The interviewer said my affidavit of support was 'excellent', and yours sounds similar to mine so I think it's all good!

2) The rules have changed and you are allowed to take phones in with you! They just have to be switched off at the interview booth. I checked my bag in at Gould's pharmacy as so many people do, as I was going straight to work after my interview and thought taking food in would be weird! It costs £3 and is very close to the embassy.

3) I think you have to pay the $30 before you go to the embassy. You pay this at the same time you pay for the visa (here: https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-gb/iv) My understanding is that this must be done before you go to the embassy.

If you have any other questions please ask!

I am a natural worrier. I have been worrying since we filed in September, but it has all paid off as we are approved! Just remember that although it is a daunting experience, it is in aid of something so wonderful.

[Nich-Nick 3,354]

1) Letter from boss would do it. 6pay stubs is a bonus.

2) Yes to handbag, small tote bag or small backpack. No to luggage or super giant bags that would hold a weeks worth or groceries.

3) They want you to do the courier in advance. If you choose to not do that, then your decision to alter what they say it should be done.

[PalmTrees 34]

Thank you both for the replies. You've eased some of my worries. I still think I will be a mess this week and will only be able to breath easy when the interview is over and I know the result.

I'm going to take your advice Nich-Nick and just pay the $30 online and not chance it.

I wanted to ask something else but for the life of me I can't remember what it was :s I'm sure it will come back to me tomorrow...................

[PalmTrees 34]

SO I'm just checking over everything again. I don't wanna miss anything!

I have my duplicate I-129F application with supporting evidence. (I haven't printed additional photos (already have 9) but have included boarding passes and flight confirmations from my visit in October, I hope thats enough?)

I have a new notarized letter of intent from my fiance as we I'm interviewing 3 days after the petition expiry date.

I have my police certificate & birth certificate and passport.

I have the hardcopy of the NOA2. Is this needed? I also don't know whether to bring my medical result form? (DS-3025?)

I have printouts of the DS160 & MRV receipt plus courier payments, alongside my interview letter.

I have a completed I-134, employer letter, pay stubs and W2 tax printouts.

I have one 2x2 inches-sized photo of me to give to the embassy. The interview letter said two, but the pinned thread at the top says only one is needed? Can someone clarify that?

Aaaaaand I think I still have my sanity! I would be so so grateful if someone would kindly look over the above list and tell me if I'm missing anything? Thank you very much

[stevensane 10]

SO I'm just checking over everything again. I don't wanna miss anything!

I have my duplicate I-129F application with supporting evidence. (I haven't printed additional photos (already have 9) but have included boarding passes and flight confirmations from my visit in October, I hope thats enough?)

I have a new notarized letter of intent from my fiance as we I'm interviewing 3 days after the petition expiry date.

I have my police certificate & birth certificate and passport.

I have the hardcopy of the NOA2. Is this needed? I also don't know whether to bring my medical result form? (DS-3025?)

I have printouts of the DS160 & MRV receipt plus courier payments, alongside my interview letter.

I have a completed I-134, employer letter, pay stubs and W2 tax printouts.

I have one 2x2 inches-sized photo of me to give to the embassy. The interview letter said two, but the pinned thread at the top says only one is needed? Can someone clarify that?

Aaaaaand I think I still have my sanity! I would be so so grateful if someone would kindly look over the above list and tell me if I'm missing anything? Thank you very much

I don't think you will need the NOA2 or DS-3025 (the medical results form has to be retained for adjustment of status, not for the interview. So keep it safe anyway!) However you will need your interview letter that they sent through the post.

I don't think you will need the whole I-129f petition either. I brought photos just in case, but no one asked to see them. It can't hurt if it makes you feel more at ease though

You don't seem to be missing anything as far as I can see though!

Just breath easy. I know it is nerve-racking. I was there myself not long ago!

Good luck!