What original documents should I prepare?

[lemayz 2]

Hello,

I am in the process of applying for an I-130 overseas so that I can move with my husband to the US. As I am overseas, I am having my father (who lives in the US) scan some of the documents that I need to send with the I-130 packet.

However, I understand that for the consular interview, I will need the originals of ALL of the documents, right? The reason I am asking is because it's a bit trickey having him send them to me, but a friend will soon be traveling from the US to here and could bring me a package of documents.

So, although I am getting a bit ahead of myself in terms of the process, I'd like to know exactly what original documents I should have on hand for the consular interview. I understand that I need all of the documents that go in the first I-130 packet in Original form (including, for example, my certificate of citizenship, which is in the US right now), but what else should I prepare? He will be the joint sponsor so does that mean I need all of his original W2s from the last year? Is there a list or thread anywhere on VJ that has this info? I tried checking the US embassy's website here, and it has no info on that.

Sorry if this question is not well researched, but since I haven't gone through the whole process yet and need to know ASAP what documents I'll need, I haven't been able to research all that much. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

[JP and Tee 13]

This might be helpful http://www.visajourney.com/content/i130guide1

[Darnell 8,478]

the answer varies 'on voice'.

Who's voice are you using, when filling out the I-130 ?

[lemayz 2]

Thanks JP and Tee!

Darnell, sorry, I read your footnote of "Sometimes my language usage seems confusing..." but I still don't understand your question. I am filling out the I-130 for my spouse. I am the petitioner and he is the beneficiary. Does that answer the question?

Do I need my father's ORIGINAL tax returns for the interview? Or will I need to send the originals to NVC? What other docs might I need?

Thanks!

[Ryan H 3,813]

So, although I am getting a bit ahead of myself in terms of the process, I'd like to know exactly what original documents I should have on hand for the consular interview. I understand that I need all of the documents that go in the first I-130 packet in Original form (including, for example, my certificate of citizenship, which is in the US right now), but what else should I prepare? He will be the joint sponsor so does that mean I need all of his original W2s from the last year? Is there a list or thread anywhere on VJ that has this info? I tried checking the US embassy's website here, and it has no info on that.

Original documents will need to be submitted to the NVC, USCIS only needs photocopies of documents unless they specifically ask for an original.

As for your father's tax records, he can request transcripts from the IRS and submit those with his I-864 instead of returns with W-2's.

[mounir412 101]

l http://www.visajourn...tent/i130guide1

[lemayz 2]

Thanks for all of your responses!