German Packet 3 Question

[Dan&Mia 0]

My fiancee and I were hoping some one here might be able to help us, because we are going through the Frankfurt USA Consulate, and we always get disconnected when they transfer us. If any one could help us, we would be so appreciative.

The directions that came with the packet say that we must send in right away the filled out forms, DS-230, DS-156, DS-156 (K), and DS-157 along witha copy of her passport. Now the DS-156 (K) is what we are very confused about. It states that, first off, we need to attach things such as birth certificate, police certificate, and all the other items it says to bring to the interview. Also, at the bottom it says the consular officer will help us fill out the end. So are we supposed to mail them that form with everything attached like the insturctions say, or do we keep it, and she brings it to the interview along with the items?

The final question that we have, is do we send the checklist back to them with the first set of forms, or do we send in those forms, and then send this in at a later date? Thank you in advance.

[Eveline 9]

Fill out the checklist first (even if the medical isn't done yet but scheduled) and check every box that is necessary for your case. Then, go ahead and take copies of EVERY document in the pack 3 after you filled it out and signed it BUT do not sign the DS156K, they will give you the document back at the Consulate and have you sign it. I actually sent a copy of that document to Frankfurt and they made me sign the copy. The birth certificate and the police record you also take to the interview, no need to already send it in. Then put all the forms (DS-230, DS-156, DS-156 (K) and DS157) plus the other needed docmentes like copy of passport and pictures etc. in an envelope and send it off to Frankfurt. The affidavit of support I134 is not needed until the interview either.

[Dan&Mia 0]

Thanks - we now look forward getting stuff done *muhaaaa

again-thank you so much for answering that quick

forever thankfull

dan & mia

[Magnolia31 0]

My fiancee and I were hoping some one here might be able to help us, because we are going through the Frankfurt USA Consulate, and we always get disconnected when they transfer us. If any one could help us, we would be so appreciative.

The directions that came with the packet say that we must send in right away the filled out forms, DS-230, DS-156, DS-156 (K), and DS-157 along witha copy of her passport. Now the DS-156 (K) is what we are very confused about. It states that, first off, we need to attach things such as birth certificate, police certificate, and all the other items it says to bring to the interview. Also, at the bottom it says the consular officer will help us fill out the end. So are we supposed to mail them that form with everything attached like the insturctions say, or do we keep it, and she brings it to the interview along with the items?

The final question that we have, is do we send the checklist back to them with the first set of forms, or do we send in those forms, and then send this in at a later date? Thank you in advance.

That is the very same thing that confused me too when I saw that! My immigration lawyer told me to send the application forms but NOT the documents such as police record, affidavit of support, etc. because you will need them at the interview. I did send them the passport copies of all entry pages along with the applications.

Aren't they confusing? You figure they would revise that form to make things more clear.

[Dan&Mia 0]

That is the very same thing that confused me too when I saw that! My immigration lawyer told me to send the application forms but NOT the documents such as police record, affidavit of support, etc. because you will need them at the interview. I did send them the passport copies of all entry pages along with the applications.

Aren't they confusing? You figure they would revise that form to make things more clear.

Oh boy, but they won't. *lol

..and isn't it kind of weird, that you can never get through the visa hotline`? They are either way alsway busy or just like to disconnect people all the time...*mmmmh

Well Sandra, how far along are you on your visa`?