IR5 Interview Preparation: I-864, IRS Transcripts, W-2s

[pavelp 19]

Hey All,

 

We're in the process of IR5 case.

 

NVC Immigrant Visa Process page, Step 10 Prepare for the Interview (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-10-prepare-for-the-interview.html) says:

"You do not need to bring your Affidavit of Support or financial evidence you submitted to NVC."

 

But Interview Checklist (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Supplements/Supplements_by_Post/BKK-Bishkek.html#pre_interview_checklist) says:

Applicants who fall into any category listed in italics below should bring these additional documents:

For family-based visa applications:

• The appropriate Form I-864 Affidavit of Support for each financial sponsor along with a photocopy of the sponsor’s IRS transcript or most recent U.S. federal income tax return, and any relevant W-2s.

 

Looking for people with past experience.

[JeanneAdil 6,237]

I can only hope that this is the case as NVC checks the income and verifies it so why would it be needed at embassy interview

 

However,  the next thing we will see if the above is the case that NVC only accepts IRS transcripts as some idiot out there will try to fake a 1040 hoping to satisfy the income 

 

But i would take the I 864 and supporting documents to interview at this time until this is verified on USCIS site for all future family visas

[Simplytex 387]

End of the day, it's only a couple more pieces of paper. I'm taking everything that we submit (or at least a photocopy, if originals aren't required.) Seems like a simple way to avoid being placed on AP.

[TBoneTX 43,401]

It's always better to bring the kitchen sink and not need it than it is to be sent away for something that you left home.