DS-230

[ejiro 0]

Please tell me is it important to include , finacial ties like westernunion sent to spouse and joint bank statements when sending in ds 230 application for immgrant visa to NVC , please let me know what the neccesary documents are

thanks

[M in CA 9]

finances are part of Aff of Support (i864).

For info on doc's needed for ds-230, see the official link to NVC site in my signature.

[Saylin 1,605]

Please tell me is it important to include , finacial ties like westernunion sent to spouse and joint bank statements when sending in ds 230 application for immgrant visa to NVC , please let me know what the neccesary documents are

thanks

You're only supposed to send the following with the IV package:

-bar-coded cover sheet from the payment portal

-cover letter (optional)

-DS-230 (completed and signed part 1, completed and unsigned part 2)

-2 passport pictures (with full name, date of birth, and case number written on back)

-photocopy of bio-data page of passport

-original/certified copy of birth certificate (plus a copy)

-original/certified copy of marriage certificate (plus a copy)

-original police certificate

You're not supposed to send any evidence of relationship, that should have been sent with the I-130, plus brought with you at the time of the interview.

[Navyk 78]

You're only supposed to send the following with the IV package:

-bar-coded cover sheet from the payment portal

-cover letter (optional)

-DS-230 (completed and signed part 1, completed and unsigned part 2)

-2 passport pictures (with full name, date of birth, and case number written on back)

-photocopy of bio-data page of passport

-original/certified copy of birth certificate (plus a copy)

-original/certified copy of marriage certificate (plus a copy)

-original police certificate

You're not supposed to send any evidence of relationship, that should have been sent with the I-130, plus brought with you at the time of the interview.

I sent additional documents that evidence continuing relationship - copy of 401K beneficiary & joint lease with DS-230 and it was processed alright. This way the CO gets to see these new evidences before he/ she makes any preliminary conclusion based on the docuemnts.

[kali1229 6]

I've heard mixed reviews on sending extra things that NVC doesn't ask for. Some say it's a good way to let them know that you have a bonafide relationship, etc... On the other hand, I heard it slows down the process. I personally would only send the required things. If the interviewing officer wants to see more evidence though, you definitely should have it available then.

[Navyk 78]

I've heard mixed reviews on sending extra things that NVC doesn't ask for. Some say it's a good way to let them know that you have a bonafide relationship, etc... On the other hand, I heard it slows down the process. I personally would only send the required things. If the interviewing officer wants to see more evidence though, you definitely should have it available then.

I agree, but only if the additional evidence is not fully complete, which then causes an RFE and not otherwise.

[Saylin 1,605]

I sent additional documents that evidence continuing relationship - copy of 401K beneficiary & joint lease with DS-230 and it was processed alright. This way the CO gets to see these new evidences before he/ she makes any preliminary conclusion based on the docuemnts.

Well I didn't mean that the officer will refuse to review the IV package if there's evidence of relationship, but it's not required for the IV package and most people don't send anything besides the requirements.

[ejiro 0]

I sent additional documents that evidence continuing relationship - copy of 401K beneficiary & joint lease with DS-230 and it was processed alright. This way the CO gets to see these new evidences before he/ she makes any preliminary conclusion based on the docuemnts.

thanks alot for your info , i think i would send the 401k and joint bank account statement with the ds-230 , i have lent that some of the COs make there descion even before starting the interview based on what they have seen

[Navyk 78]

Well I didn't mean that the officer will refuse to review the IV package if there's evidence of relationship, but it's not required for the IV package and most people don't send anything besides the requirements.

I fully understand what you meant - it is definitely better not to send additional evidence than to send incomplete additional evidence, as such additional incomplete evidence causes a RFE and delays the process.

I also beleive it is good to load the documents before the Consulate CO gets to review the document before the interview - as you may not get a chance to show those at interview and such additional documents help the CO to make a quick positive decision.

[ejiro 0]

thanks alot all of you for your info , i think i would send the 401k and joint bank account statement with the ds-230 , i have lent that some of the COs make there descion even before starting the interview based on what they have seen

[Navyk 78]

thanks alot for your info , i think i would send the 401k and joint bank account statement with the ds-230 , i have lent that some of the COs make there descion even before starting the interview based on what they have seen

I encourage you include those - also advise you to check that those are complete - check critically.

[Saylin 1,605]

I fully understand what you meant - it is definitely better not to send additional evidence than to send incomplete additional evidence, as such additional incomplete evidence causes a RFE and delays the process.

I also beleive it is good to load the documents before the Consulate CO gets to review the document before the interview - as you may not get a chance to show those at interview and such additional documents help the CO to make a quick positive decision.

Yeah, I've heard of people from certain countries sending in additional evidence at the NVC stage, so the CO will see them before the interview to help with their decision. For Canada, it's not such a big deal as it's an easier consulate due to it's low-fraud.

[Steph1988 11]

I wouldnt enclose anything as far as evidence of a bonafide marriage,im very careful but even i know better then that! That is things sent with the petition. and then taken to the interview! Just send the required documents to NVC