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I was in a similar situation. NVC requested for a marriage certificate. I wrote to them explaining the situation. NVC approved and DQ it. At my mom's interview, the consular requested for marriage certificate. I got a notarized affidavit of marriage from two people who were present at the time of marriage and sent it to the embassy. I just checked the status of my mom's visa and its been issued today.

Hi Nashmusah. Thanks very much for the advice. Can you elaborate further on how to get the process done? I know how to get the affidavits done. But I'm not sure how to register the marriage registered with the affidavits. My parents have been divorced for over 30. I appreciate your advice.

Hi VJer's, My mom finally go her IR5 visa interview a week ago after a year and half of waiting at the NVC stage. Before that, NVC requested for a marriage certificate between my Mom and Dad which they didn't have . They got married in a traditional ceremony in the 70s and they've been divorced for over 30 years. So I wrote to NVC explaining the circumstances and NCV approved and DQ the petition. At her Visa interview, the consular didn't asked much questions. But she was asked to bring a marriage certificate and then they kept her passport. My question is, is Affidavits of marriage from someone who witnessed the traditional wedding ceremony enough proof. or is there any other document she can present to the embassy ?since the marriage was never registered and in this case, there was no married Certificate nor divorce degree. Your response will be appreciated.