Here is my interview checklist for Montreal

[bighman 0]

Well, I put together an accordian folder with all the following:

Medical on Aug 22

- interview letter

- medical history

- 2 US spec passport photos

- immunization records

Interview on Aug 25

- interview letter

- passport

- photocopy of passport bio page

- DS230

- DS260 (review printed from online application)

- Petitioner 2010 Tax transcripts (original)

- Petitioner i864 forms (original)

- 2 US spec passport photos

- birth cert (original and copy)

- marriage cert (original and copy)

- divorce cert (original and copy)

- RCMP criminal check (original)

- receipts for fees paid (AOS and IV)

- evidence of relationship includes flight itineraries, wedding photo album, Bank of America joint bank account info, Bank of America Spousal Credit Card

Well, I think I'm pretty much covered, but if you find something I should add, let me know!

Thanks again to this forum.

PS Here is a pic of my folder for those of you who aren't sure what to do...I was in the same boat a few months ago and a member here (Saylin) pointed me out in the right direction...

[Saylin 1,605]

Well, I put together an accordian folder with all the following:

Medical on Aug 22

- interview letter

- medical history

- 2 US spec passport photos

- immunization records

Interview on Aug 25

- interview letter

- passport

- photocopy of passport bio page

- DS230

- DS260 (review printed from online application)

- Petitioner 2010 Tax transcripts (original)

- Petitioner i864 forms (original)

- 2 US spec passport photos

- birth cert (original and copy)

- marriage cert (original and copy)

- divorce cert (original and copy)

- RCMP criminal check (original)

- receipts for fees paid (AOS and IV)

- evidence of relationship includes flight itineraries, wedding photo album, Bank of America joint bank account info, Bank of America Spousal Credit Card

Well, I think I'm pretty much covered, but if you find something I should add, let me know!

Thanks again to this forum.

PS Here is a pic of my folder for those of you who aren't sure what to do...I was in the same boat a few months ago and a member here (Saylin) pointed me out in the right direction...

I like your folder

For the medical, it's supposed to be 3 passport pictures. You also need to bring your passport for identification. And don't forget to bring payment! And make sure you verify what methods of payment are accepted. Some places don't accept credit or debit cards.

For the interview, don't forget to bring your medical results with you as that's mandatory. Everything else looks good though.

[bighman 0]

Once again thank you Saylin!!

[Saylin 1,605]

Once again thank you Saylin!!

No problem! I want to make sure you have everything you need!

And remember, get to the consulate early (around 6:30am) if you want to get out fast. And make sure you triple check you have everything with you. And don't bring electronics! And no backpacks or laptop bags!

[jldallaire 0]

Thank you for the detailed list. One question... Should I reprint pictures for proof of relationship as the originals are in a scrapbooking album and everything is all all pretty'd up lol?

[Saylin 1,605]

Thank you for the detailed list. One question... Should I reprint pictures for proof of relationship as the originals are in a scrapbooking album and everything is all all pretty'd up lol?

I'd say save the time on reprinting and just bring the scrapbook. More likely than not, you won't even be asked for proof of relationship at the interview. It's very rare to see someone asked at Montreal for any kind of proof. The interview usually consists of a few questions, and then that's it.

[jldallaire 0]

Thank you Saylin.... I am so crossing my fingers the interview will be the easiest of this whole journey. We are hoping for a POE on Thanksgiving weekend (Canada) at the Highgate Springs bordercrossing so we can activate the visa. As it will take about a month for both this Greencard and SSN to be received, he is going to continue working in Ottawa until Thanksgiving (American) and that will be his move date. If the stars can just line up.....

[Saylin 1,605]

Thank you Saylin.... I am so crossing my fingers the interview will be the easiest of this whole journey. We are hoping for a POE on Thanksgiving weekend (Canada) at the Highgate Springs bordercrossing so we can activate the visa. As it will take about a month for both this Greencard and SSN to be received, he is going to continue working in Ottawa until Thanksgiving (American) and that will be his move date. If the stars can just line up.....

The interview really is easy. Sure, I was extremely nervous about mine the morning of, but after it was done, I was like, really? That was it? I was only asked two questions!

And ohhh, Canadian Thanksgiving weekend. My birthday is around then as well

Hopefully the passport gets returned quickly, so you can move that weekend. I remember a few months ago, it used to take on average 6 days to get the passport back. But since mid-May, there's been a slight backlog. Although I just read today that someone got their passport back in 2 days! So you might be one of the lucky ones who get it back super fast. Myself it only took 3 days to get back. Good luck!