Hello all, I am posting this for a friend.

My friend had her visa interview and was not approved. She was given the dreaded 221g. The 221g states the following.

1. More Evidence
2. Entry/Exit record for Petitioner
3. Petitioner present at second interview

Numbers 1 and 2 are easy for her to obtain. The petitioner lived in her country as well, but has been a USC for 2 years, that is why the CO wants his entry/exit records. The problem is that the petitioner is not able to get time off of work in the near future. Is it really necessary for him to be at the 2nd interview??? Any tips/advice much appreciated.

Yes, it is very necessary to be present if requested by the embassy or your friend could be denied.
They probably want to interview them both separately and compare answers to establish a bona fide relationship.

I would assume very necessary to the embassy or they wouldnt have ask, IF for some reason they can not due to work, then i would get a letter from employer showing reasons they could not, but would try if at all possible in any way

If they ask for it, then yes, it is really necessary. Obviously the CO feels like they need to interview the spouse in order to establish a bona fide relationship. If the petitioner wants their spouse in the U.S., they must find a way to go.

If it were absolutely impossible (physically/health wise or monetarily) they would have to petition this to the CO, see if there is an alternative, but most people just go, as this is a requirement for the visa and to not go could result in straight denial or lengthy delay. I have NEVER heard of an employer so mean and inconsiderate as to not allow someone time off for something of this type of urgency.

It is better to go.

EMT is absolutely correct in this and everyone else as well. Your friend should do, it could mean the difference between a denial and a visa.

If they don't want a denial, they should comply with the CO's requirement. The CO deems it is necessary for the petitioner to be present to prove a genuine relationship.

I'm sure the petitioner can ask for a leave from work. They can do it! Goodluck.

Thank you all. I appreciate the replies. I too believe that it is necessary since the CO requested it. I will relay all the information given. Thanks again!