Questions about preparing interview items

[Floella 1]

Hey, so, I am the beneficiary for a K visa and I am still working on scheduling an appointment at Montreal at the moment. I just had some questions about the documents that I need to take with me to the interview. I am asking this because the "Checklist" states that I need to bring "the original and one photocopy of each of the following documents (as applicable)" and I just want to make sure that these documents are applicable to my case because I worry too much lol and am panicking about things a bit. I just don't want to miss out anything I need to take.

1) Evidence of Domicile

I was under the impression that this was only required if your U.S. citizen fiance was not living in the U.S. currently, but is it required even if he is living there already?

2) Affidavit of Support/Evidence of Support

On the checklist both Affidavit of Support (I-134) and Evidence of Support (I-864) are listed as documents to bring, but I was under the impression that as a K visa applicant I only need the Affidavit of Support (I-134). Is this correct or do I need both forms?

Thanks so much

[JeannieL 44]

Hey, so, I am the beneficiary for a K visa and I am still working on scheduling an appointment at Montreal at the moment. I just had some questions about the documents that I need to take with me to the interview. I am asking this because the "Checklist" states that I need to bring "the original and one photocopy of each of the following documents (as applicable)" and I just want to make sure that these documents are applicable to my case because I worry too much lol and am panicking about things a bit. I just don't want to miss out anything I need to take.

1) Evidence of Domicile

I was under the impression that this was only required if your U.S. citizen fiance was not living in the U.S. currently, but is it required even if he is living there already?

2) Affidavit of Support/Evidence of Support

On the checklist both Affidavit of Support (I-134) and Evidence of Support (I-864) are listed as documents to bring, but I was under the impression that as a K visa applicant I only need the Affidavit of Support (I-134). Is this correct or do I need both forms?

Thanks so much

I took copies of Kenny's voter's registration card and drivers license and a few other things but was never asked for them.

You only need the I-134 for K1 interview....you will need the I-864 for AOS down the road.

[frostiana 12]

I took copies of Kenny's voter's registration card and drivers license and a few other things but was never asked for them.

You only need the I-134 for K1 interview....you will need the I-864 for AOS down the road.

I have it on my list to bring the 864, even though I have read that you only need the 134. We are just going to bring both and not worry about it.

[JeannieL 44]

I have it on my list to bring the 864, even though I have read that you only need the 134. We are just going to bring both and not worry about it.

It's on the list because that checklist is used for more than K1 visas. You only need the I-134 for K1 visas. When you get to the AOS stage you will need the I-864.

[SF2007 48]

As a K-1 applicant you do not need to complete I-864 yet. It will be required for your AOS later on.

I read somewhere Evidence of domicile is not required for K-1 either. However when I showed up for my Montreal appointment, I did bring 3 months worth of my then-fiance's utility bills. The subject was never brought up.

[Floella 1]

Awesome. Thanks for the help guys I think I'll bring the evidence of domicile just in case. You never know! And I guess I'll leave I-864 for when I do AOS

Thanks again for clarifying!

[JeannieL 44]

Awesome. Thanks for the help guys I think I'll bring the evidence of domicile just in case. You never know! And I guess I'll leave I-864 for when I do AOS

Thanks again for clarifying!

You are most welcome. I stress as I stress to everyone...make copies of everything. Make sure you have an original and a copy of everything you are asked to bring. Make 2 copies of your bio page of your passport....one to give them at at the interview and one to keep for yourself because you leave your passport with them.

[BruceC 0]

You are most welcome. I stress as I stress to everyone...make copies of everything. Make sure you have an original and a copy of everything you are asked to bring. Make 2 copies of your bio page of your passport....one to give them at at the interview and one to keep for yourself because you leave your passport with them.

So am i correct in that Montreal will take your passport after the interview? Are you saying that a copy of the bio page is sufficient to be able to travel by air back home after the interview? i have always been wondering how i was going to get back to BC if Montreal kept my passport!

[SF2007 48]

So am i correct in that Montreal will take your passport after the interview? Are you saying that a copy of the bio page is sufficient to be able to travel by air back home after the interview? i have always been wondering how i was going to get back to BC if Montreal kept my passport!

Please update your timeline or profile info. What kind of visa are you applying for? If you're doing a K-1, there is no reason for you to interview in Montreal. Your case should be processed in Vancouver.

For K-1ers, the consulate does keep your visa until they print your visa in it. This will take at least 2 weeks.

To answer your question, a passport is required for international travel, not for flights from a Canadian destination to another : http://www.aircanada.com/en/travelinfo/before/traveldoc.html

Edited September 16, 2011 by SF2007

[jesk 0]

I'm also preparing my documents for the interview. I was born in quebec so my birth certificate is in french. I assume I need to get that translated.

I feel like i'm studying for a big exam. I hope i get everything right.

[JeannieL 44]

I'm also preparing my documents for the interview. I was born in quebec so my birth certificate is in french. I assume I need to get that translated.

I feel like i'm studying for a big exam. I hope i get everything right.

Yes you will need to have it translated. Make sure it is the long form of the birth certificate with your parents names on it. Also make a copy of it and the translation, Montreal will want a copy of both and give you back the originals.

[Inky 1,110]

So am i correct in that Montreal will take your passport after the interview? Are you saying that a copy of the bio page is sufficient to be able to travel by air back home after the interview? i have always been wondering how i was going to get back to BC if Montreal kept my passport!

I have never in my live used my Canadian passport to air travel in Canada. Only used my Canadian drivers license.

[SF2007 48]

I'm also preparing my documents for the interview. I was born in quebec so my birth certificate is in french. I assume I need to get that translated.

I had mine professionally translated and the translator gave me 2 copies with the Ordre des traducteurs (OTTIAC) official seal. As JeannieL said, you absolutely do need to show them the non laminated long form and not the card one. If you don't have it order it now.

I read somewhere on VJ you can do the translation yourself but I would personally much rather spend $50 and be sure they'll take it. You will need it for your AOS as well so make sure you keep an extra copy.

By the way, never send any originals by mail, keep them for your interviews (for both your K-1 and AOS applications).

[JeannieL 44]

So am i correct in that Montreal will take your passport after the interview? Are you saying that a copy of the bio page is sufficient to be able to travel by air back home after the interview? i have always been wondering how i was going to get back to BC if Montreal kept my passport!

You can use your drivers license to fly within Canada. No need for a passport unless leaving the country. The reason for keeping a copy of the bio page is for when you are tracking your visa, you will have the info on a photo copy. It was just a helpful suggestion for you to make a copy for yourself. They attach the visa to a page in your passport that is why they keep the passport..

[Kimbear 53]

Hey, so, I am the beneficiary for a K visa and I am still working on scheduling an appointment at Montreal at the moment. I just had some questions about the documents that I need to take with me to the interview. I am asking this because the "Checklist" states that I need to bring "the original and one photocopy of each of the following documents (as applicable)" and I just want to make sure that these documents are applicable to my case because I worry too much lol and am panicking about things a bit. I just don't want to miss out anything I need to take.

1) Evidence of Domicile

I was under the impression that this was only required if your U.S. citizen fiance was not living in the U.S. currently, but is it required even if he is living there already?

2) Affidavit of Support/Evidence of Support

On the checklist both Affidavit of Support (I-134) and Evidence of Support (I-864) are listed as documents to bring, but I was under the impression that as a K visa applicant I only need the Affidavit of Support (I-134). Is this correct or do I need both forms?

Thanks so much

Since you are on a k1 the evidence of domicile just means a copy of your hubbys passport and state id / drivers licence. it should be called something else on the checklist for k1.

for evidence of support you dont need the i-864 until you move and do adjustment of status. just bring the i-134 with tax transcripts, t4 paystubs etc.

Edited September 17, 2011 by Kimbear