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dkusma
Rating:  | Review Topic: IR-1/CR-1 Visa
Appointment was at 8:30, we got there at 8 am. There was a long line for the non-immigrant visas and no one but us for the immigrant visa. Was let in right away and directed to window and asked to present passport and stamps. While at window, the lady began to ask questions about the relationship, she said that this was not the official interview, just some questions. Questions were general, like how long did we live together, when did we get married, etc. Directed to wait then called up to another window and was asked to sign second part of DS-230. Official interview consisted of questions mostly about father-in-laws co-sponsorship on AOS. Questions were not alarming or concerning, answered truthfully and that was that. I think they just wanted to make sure that we would be able to take care of ourselves. No problem, interview over. Whole process was over in 45 minutes.
Notes: We had diligently prepared copies/originals of everything we had sent it, and they did not want to see any of it. We had made a change to the address we wanted the green card sent to, so we had brought an amended DS-230, but we forgot to turn it in. So after interview was over and we realized our mistake, we emailed the embassy right away and told them that what happened and they said no problem, they would change the address right away. I suggest that you go in ready to answer any and all questions, honestly and truthfully. You never know what specific aspect they will focus on so just be prepared.
If you have a spouse or partner with you and they will be waiting for you outside of the embassy, just know that that area around the embassy doesn't have any stores or cafes nearby. What I would recommend is walk a bit further down past the embassy and you will come upon a canal on your right that is right next to a hotel called Villa Källhagen. You can go in there and have a cup of coffee even if you are not a guest at the hotel. Or if the weather is nice, you can just sit at the green area next to the hotel, its really pretty and open to the public.
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Consulate / USCIS Member Review #12179