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| Sweden |  Review on November 2, 2012: |
rarasantiago
Rating:  | Review Topic: IR-1/CR-1 Visa
Husband arrived to embassy at 8:20 am for his 9:00 appointment. Once inside he went to the “infamous” Window G. He got quite a scare from them when they asked for my 2011 tax return (he took a binder with copies of everything we sent during the process: I-130, AOS package and IV package) and medical exam (he had copies of the vaccination record from doctor). He was told to have a seat and wait. So he sat there going over in his mind how much longer he’d have to wait in Denmark until copies of the medical were re-sent and processed in Stockholm .
He was called up for the interview. Fortunately, by interview time they had found the medical exam file and said they didn't need the tax returns. But he offered the copies he had anyways.
The woman at the window started with what seem like odd questions: What's something your wife would like to change about herself? If I asked her what would she say? How do you share your domestic responsibilities with your wife? How do you think you'll adjust to life in the US? Followed by the typical where did you meet, get married, where are her parents from/living, etc. The interview was quick. When it was done she said “Congratulations, your visa is approved.” She also told him that after he entered the US he shouldn’t leave the country until he receives the green card. And that if he wanted to leave the country for an extended period of time up to 12 months he’d have to apply for an extended leave.
Except for the paperwork scare he said it was a pretty quick and easy experience and was out by 10:30. And echoing what others have mentioned, he said he should’ve brought something to read.
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Consulate / USCIS Member Review #10789