Panicing over Visa Interview

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

I'm really stressing over the visa interview. Not so much proving evidance over our relationship and I have all the documents in place and have everything I could ever want but its the proof of support thats making me very scared at the moment. My finacee doesn't have the sort of job that earns you a lot of money but she does earn 125% and this is evidant on 2 different documents (Her W2 and tax transcript from the previous year) and her employment will only show her current year to date earnings due to company policy and its obviously below that line as the year hasn't finished yet but if they divide it down to the weekly average paycheck then it does top the 125% mark for the year. She goes over that 125% mark by only 1-2k and I'm just worried they will turn me down because of this. Does anyone have any advice or went through the same thing? Its to late to get a co-sponser as my interview is on Monday. I just hope they stick to there guidelines and I should be ok. Am I just panicing for no reason?

[Otto 83]

You're panicking just a bit...

I'm not surprised her work won't give her much in the way of an employment letter - most don't give one at all (so the Embassy/Consulate won't expect much in this area). They will take her weekly pay-stubs (I hope you are providing as many as you can) to calculate her yearly earnings potential - so as long as you're at/over the minimum you should be fine (that is what the minimums are for). There are plenty of folks who qualify by earning the minimum.

Now - should you still feel uncomfortable - you could go ahead and secure a co-sponsor, get that ball rolling in the event you end up needing it (at the request of the Embassy/Consulate) - not saying they'll ask, nor am I saying you'll have it in time for the interview - but if they ask, it won't take that long to have one ready.

Hope this helps.

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

You're panicking just a bit...

I'm not surprised her work won't give her much in the way of an employment letter - most don't give one at all (so the Embassy/Consulate won't expect much in this area). They will take her weekly pay-stubs (I hope you are providing as many as you can) to calculate her yearly earnings potential - so as long as you're at/over the minimum you should be fine (that is what the minimums are for). There are plenty of folks who qualify by earning the minimum.

Now - should you still feel uncomfortable - you could go ahead and secure a co-sponsor, get that ball rolling in the event you end up needing it (at the request of the Embassy/Consulate) - not saying they'll ask, nor am I saying you'll have it in time for the interview - but if they ask, it won't take that long to have one ready.

Hope this helps.

Thanks for the reply, it did a little bit

[Penguin_ie 5,994]

You are panicking a bit, I think you will be fine. If worried, maybe have her fax over evidence of any savings, even if it's only a couple of thousands in a bank account or a mortgaged house or the title to her car etc? Even a little bit of assets may help in case the CO is doubtful.

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

Ok, so I've done an average wage over the 17 payslips I have and it works out pretty much smack on the 125% line. She also sent me a letter from 2 of her banks which come to a total of just over 1k extra. do you think this will be enough?

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

Sorry for the double post but I've got a question to ask. If they were to have doubts and bring it up, will I have the chance to present a case or arguement at the interview and change there mind?, or as soon as they decide, will that be it and I will have to go away and get a co-sponser?

[imaisha 1]

It's not really a discussion. If they want more evidence you'll have a chance to present that. If they require more evidence or more income you'll have to send it to them after the interview. I'm not saying you'll need it but if possible you should consider preparing a cosponsor now and only offering that info if they say they need it that day.

[TracyTN 237]

Agreed about having cosponsor paperwork just in case.

[Allie and Nigel 2]

Keep in touch please, cause i'm in the same boat, i am just AT the cutoff by the skin of my teeth as well and have all the proof needed etc....let me know how it goes ok?

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

Ok thanks, everyone for your replies. Since my interview is on monday I don't think we will have enough time to submit a co-sponser paperwork in time. So I'm just going in with my fingers crossed that they do actually follow the guidelines they require. She makes enough and I have tax transcript and W2 that confirms she does - so that should be enough right? If it doesn't work then so be it, we will have to submit a co-sponser after the interview.

[imaisha 1]

She makes enough and I have tax transcript and W2 that confirms she does - so that should be enough right?

You did say you had paystubs as well didn't you? I think those are also incredibly important as they're interested in seeing that the income is currently ongoing... so don't forget the paystubs!

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

She makes enough and I have tax transcript and W2 that confirms she does - so that should be enough right?

You did say you had paystubs as well didn't you? I think those are also incredibly important as they're interested in seeing that the income is currently ongoing... so don't forget the paystubs!

Yeah I have 17 paystubs to bring and the average weekly wage of these times by the 53 weeks in this year, she makes literally just over the 125% mark. I also have bank stuff with over a $1k in savings in it from her. Does this sound good enough to you?

[TracyTN 237]

It doesn't matter what we think, but rather what the consular examiner thinks. Worst case scenario, they'll send you away and tell you to send in paperwork showing a cosponsor, at which time your visa will be issued. (Assuming you pass on all other criteria, which I'm sure you will.)

[T0dd&Chr1ssy 0]

It doesn't matter what we think, but rather what the consular examiner thinks. Worst case scenario, they'll send you away and tell you to send in paperwork showing a cosponsor, at which time your visa will be issued. (Assuming you pass on all other criteria, which I'm sure you will.)

I know this, I was just hoping that someone could share there advice if they were in a similar position to mine. But thanks for reminding me that the worst case scenario is only having to wait for a few weeks further.

Quick question to anyone.

How many paystubs do you think I should submit and how recent would they like to see? I have the 3 most recent paystubs at my disposal but my finacee has had some family problems about a week ago which led to her taking pretty much a week off which has led to a low pay stub which sends the average down to below the minimum. But the other 2 are fine and well above the required standard. Should I submit only those 3 and explain what I've said or should I get together a recentish group of paystubs that indicate she meets above the requirements?

I know none of you out there are consulates or interviewers but I really do apprieciate any advice you guys can give.

Thanks ahead of time, you guys are awesome

[Nich-Nick 3,354]

Ask yourself "how can I present the best financial picture?" Do you think showing the low paycheck that's not reflective of her normal working hours paints a good picture? Take things that are positive and in your favor. She's already written a yearly income. Now show things that support that much in a year.