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So you mean, i need to bring those documents during my Interview at the Embassy? Well, thanks so much for reply.

tess129

If you are the USC then yes your SO has to have this information at the ready during the interview along with the i-134 form that requires it

Typically, its best to make a photocopy of ALL pages of the USC passport - at least that's what I did, but if you are going to make a copy of his passport, just make a copy of everything if you plan to include it - less questions asked in the future

Regarding giving them a lot of information, extra paper work is fine if you have the time - Its called front-loading, and occasionally it helps at the interview stage. So don't be afraid to send the supporting papers you have.

Placing a post-it note on the top of each attached document is not a problem but I'll advice you have a cover letter itemizing the attachments.

Typically the i-134 requires some proof of employment.

I sent them a Certificate of Employment (including company name, length of service, amount earned), W2's (3 years worth), Bank statement.

Hope that helps.

No offense but I don't think its necessary to make two topics just to post a twitter or blog!

Are you serious???!! What kinda crappy request is Lagos Consulate up to again?

They really piss me off sometimes!

Anyway hang in there, you've gotten so many good advice. Start working on it ASAP. This too shall pass

"Just be confident, business-like and secure in your answers."

Best of luck!

I am not an expert on this but Its my understanding that they only care about the over stay in the states

We had the same issue on the K1, as long as there is no Administrative review going on, you will get it.

Ours took almost 1 month.

Go to the consulate if you do not get it on the 17th, I believe inquires are now at 10 or 11am.

Take your visa issuance letter with you when you go.

Typically, if there are any issues, if they have your phone on record they will attempt to call you - No worries, sometimes it just is - Oh also send them an inquiry email after the 17th

Congrats!!!! :dance: :dance:

Waiting is the most difficult! I know this first hand - Hang in there

I Just found out, I have recieved an interview Date January 21, 2011 I called on 12/7/10 and the operator told me, it was sent over to ACCRA. Just so ya know my case was completed November 2009.]

That is a long wait!

Its good to see you both got it! Congrats and Godspeed!

congrats!

I was wondering if anybody has an idea of what kind of question they

will ask my mum in Lagos? Her interview is next month.

What type of interview is she going for?

Either way, select the "Reviews: Embassy/USCIS&POE" on the top right corner of your screen.

Choose "Nigeria consulate" and see what others have to say about their interview experience - Occasionally, many posters place samples of the questions they were asked during the interview which could help Mum depending on the interview type.

congrats you finally got the Visa!!!!

Thanks again Patient2010!

Don't worry. As you can see from my timeline, we were told to pick up the visa on a specific date and it wasn't ready until about a month later! They said nothing was wrong with our case and we weren't put into AP, they just had a delay. In any case, thank God delay is not denial!

So true Cheymo! Its almost one month (in 4 days) - and after 4 consulate visits while traveling between states (1 interview, 1 fingerprint redo, 2 inquiries), 1 DOS call, 1 written but unsent correspondence - It finally, came with no rhyme or reason whatsoever for the delay. Thank God anyway!

Dont forget to have them email the consulate to get the new interview date.

Yes it's frustrating and sorry to hear what you are going thru..People here on VJ that had interview same time as you have already picked up there visa. Please call DOS to be sure you are not on AP.

I specifically asked the DOS and was told its not in AP.

We had our interview Nov 12th. We were told to pick up our visa on 19th. She went there and was told it was not available for pick up. 22nd she got a call stating they needed her at the consulate for a fingerprint reprint because there was a mix up (how this is possible I dont understand)!!

She went on the 23rd, and during the fingerprint retake she was asked if she was giving back her passport (My first thought was WTH will they be asking if her passport was giving back to her when she was approved)- She responded NO. The CO gave her another letter stating to go back and pick it up on the 30th. Needless to say, its still not there as of today.

Next action plan Call DOS, and go back to the Consulate.

Anyone else had this problem recently? or finished their interview after the 12th and had any issues picking up their Visa? This is very frustrating

I have heard and read several times of a sealed envelope that needs to be presented at the Point of Entry.

When is this envelope typically given? Once the visa is picked up?

Thanks Everyone! And congrats to all the others approved also!!

Expect to get the NOA1 letter, in my case it took about a week or two but it could vary. At the point hopefully you'll already begin gathering information to send to the fiancee. Then the NOA2.

But I'll advice you to read the "Guides". Its very helpful.

o im sure it must get frustrating for u but as u can see im new? and im filing for a k1 visa, so being new and stupid i went to the k1 visa forum.........

Try downloading the forms here http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/forms/visa/index.htm

Many African embassies do not send the packet 3. They expect you to download it yourself.

Hi everyone,

I have read both DS-156 and DS-157 need to be filled online, and I couldn't find DS-157 the one has both English and Chinese.

Could anyone help me with this please?

many thanks

XH (beneficiary)

http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/forms/visa/index.htm

I think I saw your fiancee,she"s preagnant and u guys met during your university days?I also got my visa congratulations to us.

I look forward to her been pregnant when she comes but not yet. Would love to spend sometime with her first.

Congrats naijalove, congrats patient2010!

It would be unfair if I didn't post here to say thank God I found Visa Journey and everyone here. You all have been so helpful! I would not have known what to do without all the information and help here

My fiancee and I practiced every question on the Nigerian consulate review posted by others, and sure enough many questions we practiced were asked. Not only that, she also heard a few other uestions from other people taking their own interviews as well.

Just a quick request, when you take the interview please post the questions at the minimum to help others, since it seems their questions do change even so slightly, but from all I've read there is a format or standard set of leading questions they use.

So she's finally coming home!!! :dance: :dance: