K-1 Interview and Visa (HCM Vietnam)

[mccorleone 12]

Hi Everyone! We're having our interview Aug 18th. How critical is it that I attend this interview with my fiancee? Is it absolutely a must that I accompany her to the interview? Also, with the recent hacks, should we anticipate delay in visa issuance, and for how long? Lastly.. I would appreciate all tips and tricks and recommendations for this interview! Thanks a bunch; and best of luck to all...

[clairegie 265]

You being there would show how serious and supportive you are. Just be ready in case the interviewer wants to ask you some questions too. I'm sure the fiancee would love to have you there too and this is a good experience for you both. The only tip I can give is not to volunteer information. Answer only what is asked.

[TBoneTX 45,654]

*** Country-specific thread moved from K-1 Process forum to the Vietnam regional subforum. ***

[Moderator hat off]

Some very specific protocol is unique to HCMC. For example, I understand that presenting a "relationship timeline" is crucial. See relevant threads in the Vietnam forum, and read "Reviews: Embassy" (link atop any VJ page), paying attention to the very worst stories.

Read this thread

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/410945-k-1-journey-completed/

for relevant realities about being on the premises during the interview.

The visa backlog is being handled or is largely over. However, never presume granting of the visa.

[frontgear 194]

Though it is not required, being there with your fiancee only strengthens your case. Plus, it shows you care and eases her worries and/or concerns. I had been through the whole process and, believe me, it was as nerve wracking for me as it was for my wife. Between getting all of the required documents for the interview and being prep'ed for the interview questions (with me via phone calls), she was really stressed out and could not sleep well for weeks. The first night that she was able to sleep for a good 7-8 hours was the day I landed in Saigon.

I believe the visa delay is over. Some VN members have recently reported getting visa issued and delivered in 4 days.

[Longrangeshootr 20]

Totally agree with Frontgear, I flew in 4 days before the interview, my fiancée definitely was worried. We brought a ton of evidence from our trips together, relationship timeline, pics, Viber, everything that you read about in the Vietnam threads here. I was asked to sit down and they asked my fiancée about 25 questions. They didn't ask for any pics or evidence from her. But then again we had red flags to overcome, my I-129f was over 1000 pages and I sent 250 pics. I can honestly say reading the threads and preparing my petition accordingly and attending the interview paid off. So due your due diligence, everything you need is all in the forum!

It took 5 working days for my fiancée to recieve her visa.

Edited July 24, 2015 by Longrangeshootr