K1 INTERVIEW

[emerald24 6]

Hi to All K1 Filers,

I made this thread for those who wants to share their experience in filling DS160, SCHEDULING INTERVIEW, ALREADY SET OR DONE IN INTERVIEW etc. Everyone is welcome and i hope you'l share all your thoughts here.

GOODLUCK TO ALL OF US. MAY EVERYONE PASS THE INTERVIEW.

[dulcecandela 15]

I had a question regarding documents needed for the interview. Does anyone know if foreign language documents need to be translated as well? For example, birth certificate, medical exam ( although it needs to be sealed) and police report? I was just confused about that. Thanks all!

[Pitaya 2,577]

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[emerald24 6]

I had a question regarding documents needed for the interview. Does anyone know if foreign language documents need to be translated as well? For example, birth certificate, medical exam ( although it needs to be sealed) and police report? I was just confused about that. Thanks all!

On my understanding, yes it should be translated into english. You can check it on the below link and read the number 4.

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/interview/prepare.html

[LilyDim 20]

As per what it says on this link you provided, if your documents are in the official language of the country where your interview is, you don't have to translate them.

Translated Documents - All documents not written in English or in the official language of the country in which the interview takes place must be accompanied by a translation in English. Translations must be certified by a competent translator.

[dulcecandela 15]

Thanks all! One less document we need translated. I'm so glad I joined this forum. Good luck to everyone in your journey!

[aa1979 100]

Hi to All K1 Filers,

I made this thread for those who wants to share their experience in filling DS160, SCHEDULING INTERVIEW, ALREADY SET OR DONE IN INTERVIEW etc. Everyone is welcome and i hope you'l share all your thoughts here.

GOODLUCK TO ALL OF US. MAY EVERYONE PASS THE INTERVIEW.

Do you mind if you share your experience with the above? And can the US citizen fill out the DS-160 form from the US, if his fiance is located overseas and since the USC is more fluent in english! I have not gone through any of them, so I have 0 experience in those categories....

[bigjailerman 318]

Birth certificates and divorces need to be translated into English via a certified translator. In addition you need translations of those documents at the AOS in the USA. Many times translations are cheaper on other countries.

[emerald24 6]

Yes, the petitioner can fill out the DS-160. But all the information and answer should refer to the beneficiary. Once you start filling the ds160 first thing you do is to write down the application id written on the upper right corner i guess. As you will need this code to retrieve your application. Also please note that it will automatically close after 15-20 min so make sure you save it after filling every page.

[LilyDim 20]

Birth certificates and divorces need to be translated into English via a certified translator. In addition you need translations of those documents at the AOS in the USA. Many times translations are cheaper on other countries.

These translations, along with the originals, you already sent with the K1 application. They requested all of this be sent in the beginning. So now, when you go for the interview, they don't need those translations again. I guess each country can have their own rules, but I think the package 3 letter you get states what I copied above.

[eyaJ 0]

HI...Does anyone know if an Nso Birth certificate have an expiry date or should I get a new one?

[bigjailerman 318]

These translations, along with the originals, you already sent with the K1 application. They requested all of this be sent in the beginning. So now, when you go for the interview, they don't need those translations again. I guess each country can have their own rules, but I think the package 3 letter you get states what I copied above.

You need to provide originals in person at the interview, not copies. Same with translations, original certifications. Same with divorces. With the original application, copies are acceptable, that's the difference Edited September 13, 2016 by bigjailerman

[emerald24 6]

HI...Does anyone know if an Nso Birth certificate have an expiry date or should I get a new one?

Hi. It doesnt have an expiry date. Its okay to get a new one. Then scan it and save to your email as you might need a copy again once you get to the US.

[EUDESKI19 3]

Still no response from the ABU DHABI USEM since they received our case last July 29,2016.? Our case says "ready" Can we schedule an interview without instructions? Is it possible? Thanks!

[jasper383 23]

Yes, the petitioner can fill out the DS-160. But all the information and answer should refer to the beneficiary. Once you start filling the ds160 first thing you do is to write down the application id written on the upper right corner i guess. As you will need this code to retrieve your application. Also please note that it will automatically close after 15-20 min so make sure you save it after filling every page.

You left out some information. The petitioner can "assist" with completing the form, but the form must be signed by the beneficiary.

From department of state website here: https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/forms/ds-160--online-nonimmigrant-visa-application/frequently-asked-questions.html

Can a third party complete the form on my behalf? Who is exempt from signing the form?

If an applicant is illiterate or unable to complete the application, the applicant must be assisted by a third party. The third party must be identified on the “Sign and Submit” page of the application. While the third party can assist the applicant in completing the application, he or she must instruct the applicant on how to endorse the application on his or her own behalf by clicking the “Sign Application” button..

If the applicant is under the age of 16 or physically incapable of completing an application, the applicant’s parents or guardian may complete and click the “Sign Application” button on his or her behalf. If the applicant has no parent or legal guardian, then the application may be completed by any person having legal custody of, or a legitimate interest in, the applicant..