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1) Comments: So, we had our interview in
Tampa. We waited for about an
hour and begin to get worried
when people arriving after us
started to get called in.
eventually after waiting for an
hour we were called. the officer
was nice and courteous. He asked
for our ID's then a few questions
about how and when we came about
living on this planet. Then he
went back and forth with
questions about how we met, when,
where got got married and why,
how long we had been together
before and after the marriage. He
asked questions randomly,
sometimes from the past sometimes
from the present. Then he asked
questions about my daughter
because i didn't filed for her
separately which I should have. i
told him the story about how I
had and then it all got rejected.
unfortunately I didn't have her
paperwork with me so he gave me
his number to call him when I get
home with the MSC numbers. Then
he asked my questions about ever
being arrested etc and then said
that my application was approved,
he was satisfied with everything.
After that he stamped my passport
and told me that I should get my
card in 2 weeks.
Name: moonmosaic
Location: florida, United States
Posted on: Nov 24, 2008  Email this link to friend(s)
2) Comments:
GC Interview Seattle DO

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The interview took place @ 11:45 a.m. but we had been there for over an hour. There were at least another 50 couples waiting and as some couples left new couples would arrive, so the room had about 100 people waiting at all times.

Our IO was a really nice, young, fashionable and very serious Asian lady. Very tiny too she called us to her office introduced herself, and asked us to raise our right hands and swear that we would be telling only the true today. She asked if we had our IDs and passports with us, and I presented her with the file I had prepared for the interview. She verified that the address was still valid. The questions were:
Where did you meet?
Were you a student at that time?
What school were you attending to?
What was your major?
What was the name of the school you graduated from?
Did you have an engagement ceremony?
Did you have a reception?
To petitioner: Where did you work before? (We moved to Seattle from Michigan, and that's where we met.)
What documents do you have that can prove you have common assets or a relationship?

These questions were not asked just one after the other, but as part of a very formal conversation, and they were not asked to either one of us, so one of us would start the story, and the other one would continue...

At the end she took the following documents: joint accounts bank statements, car insurance, joint Amex statement, and corporate health insurance indicating our married status (and me as beneficiary because I'm still job hunting.) Finally, she looked at some pictures, but didn't keep any with her. Her feedback was very positive, she said she didn't need the pictures because they rather see the people interacting during the interview. She said that people's behavior tells a lot more than the pictures.

It was very smooth, and I'm certain we've got approved: now the question is when will we get the notification. She said we should hear from them in 2 weeks, but I'm hoping for next Tuesday.


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Name: Kirkland
Location: United States
Posted on: Nov 21, 2008  Email this link to friend(s)
3) Comments: Interview Experience at San Jose...

the questions I had - I am very grateful.

Now to the story about my interview experience today: My appointment was at 1:30PM but we arrived there at 1:05PM and we were called in like 5minutes later. The officer was very nice and he started off by making small talk about how deep my voice was when I answered him. This was as we walked down the hallway towards his office.
So we got to his office and he showed us to the chairs but asked us to remain standing for the oath. After the oath he started asking me what and how I will be doing to help with the cooking for thanksgiving. After that he reviewed all the biographic information we had filled in the forms and he was making notes on them while I answered. Then we went to the famous yes and no questions. The he reached for a stamp – I tried to make out what it said but I couldn’t. I thought it was something like ‘postponed’ or ‘repositioned’ or something (I really don’t know what that stamp said) but I was like I hope that damn namecheck was cleared. After that we started talking about soccer – he was a soccer fan just like me and we started talking about chances of some of the European teams for Euro 2008 and we discussed the results of today’s games. A minute later he asked my wife how and when we met which she answered. The next question he asked us what whether we were happy together. I answered that. And that basically were all questions he asked.

After that he said to my wife that if she could show him some documents we had together and he will approve my case. I took over because I was the one that arranged all the documents and know where each one was. He told me to relax and that everything was alright. I brought everything we had and he was gathering them together to make copies so I told him that I already had copies for him – he was glad to accept the copies. I had more documents than he really needed - he just told me that he’s got enough. He stapled them together and took my passport. I saw him reach for the stamp and bang! He stamped me passport for the temporary I-551. Started giving me small advice about job search and asked me to take care of my wife. All the time he was remarking about how beautiful my wife is. Finally he handed me my passport, congratulated me and told me to take my time to put my documents back into my briefcase. We had a photo album with about 50 photos or more but he never looked at any of them. Over all he was a very nice and friendly guy. I think they have a way to figure out genuine marriages in most cases and tend not to give those couples a lot of headache. We were done by 1:30PM and he walked us out again. Everything was over in less than 15 minutes. I am so happy.

For the rest of you out there yet to go for your interview, I will say prepare yourselves very well. I was very well organized. I had all my documents in 5 folders that I labeled properly with the contents on the cover. So when he asked for any document, I knew where it was and promptly handed it to him. He was impressed with that. I am not saying that will get your case approved but it will at least save the IO’s time and not frustrate him/her and also help keep you relaxed. I will remember the rest of you in my prayers. So long as your are real in your intentions, everything will work out fine.


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Name: Danshikie
Location: United States
Posted on: Nov 5, 2008  Email this link to friend(s)
4) Comments: My interview experience

Hey guys just wanted to share my experience with everyone.I arrived 45 minutes early,didn't get called in until 30 minutes after my scheduled time.Anyway the officer was very polite,which put my wife and myself at ease,we were not nervous,just extremely anxious and ready to get it over with.First thing that was asked for was our id's(dl's) and my wife's proof of citizenship,next we swore to tell the truth.After that we were asked together where do we live,how many people live with us,how long have we lived there.Next came the infamous No questions and of course I answered no to all.Asked me when was the first and last time I entered the U.S.The io then carefully looked at all my stamps in my passport.Verified my wife's job and current position,since my wife doesn't meet the income requirements,I was asked to submit recent paystubs,employment letter from my co-sponsor which I did.Oh everytime we answered a question the io wrote some stuff on the forms we originally submitted.Then the io asked for proof that we share a life together,we gave the usual(joint bank accounts,credit cards,insurance policies,a settelment package from when we got in a accident a couple years ago(doest prove we live together,but shows a real relationship),letters from my in-laws,looked at all our pics in our albums,asked who is who in the pics.Our pics go way back to 03 so that was good.After that we got the good news that I was approved for the conditional gc,explained the removal of conditions and gave me a letter saying I was approved and I should get the card in 90 days...I was thrilled,and I felt free at last.I missed my grandmothers last years on this earth and her funeral for a life in this country,and I am just glad that my patience and sacrifice has finally been rewarded.Now I can go and at least pay my respect.To all otheres who are still fighting this fight good luck to you all...I had a lawyer but I didn't use their services for the interview,almost eveyone else had one.I say if the relationship and marriage is real you will be fine,just get as much documents together as possible,tell the truth and all will be good.This forum has been very useful and I want to thank the people resposible for this website and the members of this website for making my journey a little bit easier...Once again good luck to all!!!

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Name: pville85
Location: United States
Posted on: Nov 5, 2008  Email this link to friend(s)
5) Comments: Got approved today.....sharing our experience

Guys,

We got approved at the LA DO office this morning and wanted share our experience.

Our appt was scheduled for 9:35 am and we got in the waiting room at 9am. Submitted the appt letter to a lady and waited for our names to be called. I would say 8 out of 10 pple had their lawyers with them. I used my lawyer to file the paperwork but saw no point bringing him for the interview paying $650 extra. However, we consulted with the lawyer last week to prep for the interview.

Anyways, our name was called out finally at 10:10am. Officer Rios called our names and led us to his office room. He introduced himself first and swore us before we took our seat. First thing he asked us what is our relationship? Then he asked for IDs and docs showing both our names to establish our relationship. We only had joint bank a/c statement and car insurance contract stating both our names.

While I was taking them out from the folder, the IO started asking questions to my wife....name, age, address, when we got married, place of birth etc. The questions did not follow any patterns but most sounded like straight cut details from the forms filed. He ticked off and wrote small comments after each answers.

Then he turned to me. Double checked some details right from the forms. I provided him with the social security number which was not mentioned when we filed the forms. He took a note of that. He then moved to the legendary "no" questions.

He then started talking our home country and how we had good shrimps from there. He started numerous questions regarding our home country and was just talking off the records. While talking to us, he was filling out numerous internal forms. Through the edge of my eye, I saw him signing off on the welcome letter. He also attached the evidence we provided, my EAD card, and photocopies we provided to the file. He then took my social security card, my wife's DL and some docs and asked us to wait...he is gonna be back soon.

When he returned he said congrats, smiled, you have been approved and you will receive your card in 2-3weeks. I asked him should we celebrate.....he said....yeah just dont get too drunk. We thanked him and smiled.

Voluntarily, i asked him so there is no issue with my namecheck? He replied back what is that and having an expression that he doesnt have any clue what i am talking. He laughed and said sounds like you are not happy with the good news I gave you?

He said ok since its a concern for you, let me double check. He then spent around 7-10 mins on his computer completing different forms online. He then turned and said you are all set.

He said congrats....welcome to the US to me, shook our hands and said you can celebrate now. He gave us the welcome letter and another instruction page detailing about the 2-yr conditional GC. We thanked him back and left the office.

The officer was in his 50s-60s from Philipino, very polite and friendly. When we came out, we realize that we were inside for almost 40 mins. Most of that time he spent writing down.

So, in a nut shell it was lengthy but a pleasant experience.

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Name: starlet
Location: United States
Posted on: Nov 5, 2008  Email this link to friend(s)
6) Comments: GC Interview Seattle DO
The interview took place @ 11:45 a.m. but we had been there for over an hour. There were at least another 50 couples waiting and as some couples left new couples would arrive, so the room had about 100 people waiting at all times.

Our IO was a really nice, young, fashionable and very serious Asian lady. Very tiny too she called us to her office introduced herself, and asked us to raise our right hands and swear that we would be telling only the true today. She asked if we had our IDs and passports with us, and I presented her with the file I had prepared for the interview. She verified that the address was still valid. The questions were:
Where did you meet?
Were you a student at that time?
What school were you attending to?
What was your major?
What was the name of the school you graduated from?
Did you have an engagement ceremony?
Did you have a reception?
To petitioner: Where did you work before? (We moved to Seattle from Michigan, and that's where we met.)
What documents do you have that can prove you have common assets or a relationship?

These questions were not asked just one after the other, but as part of a very formal conversation, and they were not asked to either one of us, so one of us would start the story, and the other one would continue...

At the end she took the following documents: joint accounts bank statements, car insurance, joint Amex statement, and corporate health insurance indicating our married status (and me as beneficiary because I'm still job hunting.) Finally, she looked at some pictures, but didn't keep any with her. Her feedback was very positive, she said she didn't need the pictures because they rather see the people interacting during the interview. She said that people's behavior tells a lot more than the pictures.

It was very smooth, and I'm certain we've got approved: now the question is when will we get the notification. She said we should hear from them in 2 weeks, but I'm hoping for next Tuesday.

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Name: Kirkland
Location: United States
Posted on: Nov 5, 2008  Email this link to friend(s)
7) Comments: I had my interview today at 11:30 am in Philadelphia.

11:15 Went through security then directed to the appropriate waiting room;

There were other couples, and I must say the office really looked busy as there were many IO’s. Well I assumed they were at the rate in which families being interviewed were going in and out.

Our chance came eventually and we were called in by a fine lady, whose first thing was to swear us in. She appeared like she wanted to laugh through some of the proceedings although she kept a serious look.

Some of the questions asked;

1. Where did you guys meet?
2. When did you guys meet?
3. How long have you known each other for?
4. Where were you married?

You know the background type of stuff, as she was trying to figure out the rapport between us. All this introductory stuff took say 3 minutes, and then she jumped into the usual terrorism questions that are on the I-485 form. To all of which I said NO.

She then asked for proof that we had lived/live together, and for that we presented:
1. A lease agreement;
2. Bank statements;
3. Insurance policies (auto & and health);
4. A retirement policy that has my wife as the 100% beneficiary in case I kick the bucket.

I think that was about it. We had all these cards on the table too that bore both our names, like the insurance, AAA stuff, and that kind of built her confidence in us. She then said you guys are approved, and you will receive your card in 2 weeks. I think it all took 20 minutes tops.

I asked for a stamp in my passport but she said they only give it when there is a proven need. Like she has no authority to give it, but her supervisor does. I already have my EAD card, so I thought I’d throw in the towel here.

Myredskins is now a US resident , good luck to those still in the hunt!

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Name: myredskins
Location: United States
Posted on: Sep 24, 2007  Email this link to friend(s)
8) Comments: My today's experience at the interview in San Antonio

We are back from San Antonio and I was APPROVED!!!!
The interview was at 2.30pm, we got there at 2pm and went through the security and went to the waiting room, nobody even checked or told us what to do with the “invitation” letter, but luckily I asked the lady at the information desk and she instructed me to give the letter to the guards, they put me on the list and I signed it. And 5 minutes later an IO is calling my name. Together with him me and my husband took the elevator to the third floor. Inside the elevator the IO asked us how we were and where we were coming from (small talk…). When we got into his room he told us to sit down (and didn’t even swear us in…. psssst!). He saw we brought 2 big folders of documents and 2 photo albums, so he right away asked for one of the albums (he didn’t check our ids). While looking at the photos, he told us we were his last interviewees (and he kind of let us know he was already tired…. maybe he just wanted to take us off guard… they have their tricks), but going through the photos he started asking questions: how old we were, where we had met, how long this whole dating had been going on for, he asked about some particular places in the photos, and made some nice comments, he even told me I was very photogenic. There was a photo of my parents and my husband, he thought it was his parents, and I clarified these were my parents, and then we talked about my husband’s trip to Poland. He asked him how long he stayed there. He asked about my brother (he was in the photo), and commented on my dog (he thought it was my husband’s dog because he was holding him like a baby he, he, he... cute). He also asked my husband about his job (he is a realtor), so he asked about the real estate market. He asked him where he was born, when he moved to Austin, why, where he lived after moving here. He also said that we travel a lot and that maybe he should start traveling, too. Then he glanced at the other album (our wedding photo album), asked where we got married and if we had any guests. He also asked me about my job. Oh one more thing, at the beginning of the interview his first comment was that my husband was nervous, so he explained that it was just the anticipation of the interview, so the IO said that usually people think that the IO is going to be a jerk (???), we didn’t say anything, just smiled.
Then he asked if we have anything that would prove that we live together so that he could include it in his file, so I asked if car insurance and joint bank account statements would do, he said these would be fine, we said we had also mail, he didn’t want it, didn’t even look at it. (We had many more docs and proofs but I guess it is better to be over-prepared than under-prepared.) So he stapled those 2 things in the file, and he also was flipping through the file continuously, like without any reason. He asked for my passport, looked carefully at it, took my I-94 out, and he said that he would stamp my passport, the visa should come in 2-3 weeks, but just in case if it got stuck somewhere, he is putting that stamp, it serves as a green card and is valid for a year. And he also asked me if I had any travel documents or work permit, I said I only had a work permit. First he said he didn’t need it, but then he said that he would take it because I wouldn’t need it anymore since this stamp also serves as EAD. He gave me my passport back and asked me 2 “NO-questions”, he used his words and asked if I had ever been arrested and if I had any problems with the immigration here or in my country. And all of a sudden he has a phone call and leaves the room “for 2 minutes”. We tried not to talk during this time he was gone (who knows maybe it was some trick, maybe we were being recorded), he came back after 10 minutes!!!. He apologized. The last thing he asked was how long we had been married, and explained the removal of the conditions (wrote it on a piece of paper for us), and he was stressing that they had to do it to make sure the marriage is for real (“lots of people come here and are not in real marriage”). Then he thanked us, and took us back to the elevator, went down with us, wished us a good day The interview lasted 15 minutes not counting the time when he left the office


PS. I just wanted to add that the IO told me apply for SSN after the visa comes, but since I already have it, to wait for the removal of the restriction on it.
I also got 2 LUDs (the same message 2 times) 1,5 hours after the interview. The message was "Notice welcoming the new permanent resident sent".

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Name: MagdaJ
Location: United States
Posted on: Sep 24, 2007  Email this link to friend(s)
9) Comments: A P P R O V E D - In Atlanta, GA. Today!

Hey Everyone!

We got approved in Atlanta today. Everything went really well, but anyways I wanted to share my experience with all of you:

Left from Alabama at 7:30 AM. Took us about Two hours to get there.

The DO is a 3 story building with the USCIS logo and name... impressive and yet scary.

We entered they building at 11:23 AM and went through the security (metal detector and x-rays) Make sure you empty your pockets!

Went to the 3rd floor and it is all for Adjustment of Status cases. Went to to the window and a nice lady took my interview notice and used a machine to stamp the date and time on it. She also checked our name on a list of interviews for the day.

We were told to wait, and so we did for about 1 hour.

There were quite a few other couples, and some family groups. Some lawyers too. Mostly the people with lawyers seemed clueless about immigration stuff and not prepared (did not bring enough evidence with them).

Anyways, after waiting.... Officer J. B. called us to his office. He mispronounced my last name so I corrected him . He asked us to sit down (did not matter where) and asked for our IDs (Passports, SSN Cards, Driver Licenses). We gave them to him and we were sworn in. (Raise your right hand and say that everything you are about to answer is the truth).

Then the officer pulled out my A-File (Alien File, folder full of documents including the envelope I used to mail back the RFE).

He started asking my wife her address, place of birth, phone number, social security number. Then he asked me the same questions, basically he was reading of the I-130. And making sure we were who we said we are.

Then he asked me how I entered the country. Where? What visa?. I answered and told him about traveling on AP.

I must admit I was a bit nervous at first. But after the few initial questions we all relaxed. Specially after telling him about our ordeal with secondary inspection and almost missing our flight last night.

He kept pressing on me, about my SSN (which I do not have) and where do I work (I do not work yet). He asked me twice. He also asked me my parents first names. And asked us both if our signatures were the ones on each of the forms.

He asked my wife how she met me, and if she had filed to sponsor another immigrant before, asked her how long she knew me before we got married and asked us both (more than once) if we had even been married/had children ANYWHERE else in the planet. He asked me if I had ever filed for residency or benefits. Also asked If I ever had been in removal proceedings (deportation).

He seemed to have a problem with the I-864, because my wife's (sponsor) income last year was wayyyy under the poverty guidelines. But I had an employment letter and pay stubs ready (she got a new job January this year, so we now meet the poverty guidelines by a long shot now).

He then asked for any joint documents and I produced them. He did not even look at them. I told him we did not have many things together (Except for Apartment Lease, Car Title, Netflix Subscription, Water Bill -that i pay-, Joint Bank accounts). Because I do not have a SNN = no credit = no bills on my name.

I told him we had lots of pictures, but he said it was OK he did not need to see them.

Then he asked me EACH and EVERY one of the "have you ever" (been a terrorist, killed someone, etc) and "do you plan to" (practice espionage, practice polygamy, overthrown the US government, etc) Questions... NO KIDDING, He asked ALL of them. To which I answered all "NO".

He said "Well, you guys are the first EASY case I have had today" and that made my day!

Then he got his keys and UNLOCKED a drawer and produced the Approval Stamp. He did not stamp my passport and I did not ask. It was interesting that they LOCK the stamp in a drawer!

He stamped forms in two places, inside my A-file and asked me for my AP document. Asked me If I planned to travel again, and I said December. He said I should have my Resident Card within 1 month, so I would not need it anymore and he took it! He did not take my I-94 (Paroled) from my passport.

So I dared to ask: "Does that mean that I cleared the FBI name check?" and he said "Yeah! everything cleared for you!" and I thought YAY!

He was getting up to make copies of everything and I told him "I already got copies made for you" he smiled and sat down, and said "You were really WELL PREPARED" (So I advice you, make copies of everything you bring and produce it only when asked. Have it organized with tabs, so you can find it quickly.)

He printed out something signed it, and put it on my A-file and told me that concludes the interview! I asked him so I just wait for the mail right? Shook his hand and we left.

That was it! We were approved. We of course kept our composure until we got on the elevator, and then we hugged and kissed .

Now, He did not say ANYTHING about the Conditions on my Permanent Residency, nor mentioned anything about the 2 years card, or I-751. Which makes me wonder... did I get a 10-year card?! even though we have been married for 4 months and 1 day?

But that was my experience! I hope it helps you all. Thank you so much for your prayers and support! and Do not worry, I will stay in touch!

I have had no LUDs or Emails yet. But I will keep you all posted!.

Prae.- Resident

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Name: PraetorianXI
Location: United States
Posted on: Aug 14, 2007  Email this link to friend(s)
10) Comments: Successful FTJ @ Chennai 2007
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My wife got FTJ IV visa stamped in her passport in Chennai. EB3 - PD 4/30/2001.

Below is the process, in her words, she went thru:



Medicals:

Called two days ahead for a 10.00 AM appointment with "Lister METROPOLIS Laboratory Research Center Pvt. Ltd" and a 4.00 PM appointment with "Dr. Mathai Thomas".
Flew in from Hyderabad to Chennai, had in-flight breakfast, took a taxi from airport to the Lab, 30 min ride.
In and out in 1 hr with the lab tests and x-ray. Went back around 3.00 PM to collect the reports.
Went to Dr. Thomas, straight from the lab. He examined the reports and filled out the medical forms, including the vaccination report. Strangely he gave a report in an open envelope and refused to seal it. He insisted that it is OK to have it not sealed. Consulate didn’t say a word!! – 30 min @ the doctor.
Lunch and shopping in T-Nagar area between 11.00 AM – 3.00 PM
Back to airport and Hyderabad, with the doctor reports, lab reports and x-ray.
Police Clearance Certificate:

Filed for a PCC in the local passport office. Stood in the misc. applications line at 6.00 AM in Secunderabad. Luckily, ladies have a separate and shorter line. They will keep your original passport and ask you to come back in 4 days to collect the report.
Filled out a PCC request form in the police commissioner’s office, much longer and unstructured/unwieldy process. Takes up to 15 days for the report.
VFS:

Applicants in India are required to submit their relevant documents at a local VFS office, 10 days in advance, prior to the interview.

Lady at the counter took the following documents.

Interview letter copy.
DS-230
Medical reports
Police Clearance Certificate PCC
Employment certificate copy.
Visa Photos
Applicant’s marriage certificate (Original)
Marriage Photos as secondary proof.
Applicant’s Date of birth NON availability cert. (Original)
Copy of the passport
Trip to Chennai:

Bought a round trip flight tickets on yatra.com
Booked a room @ Courtyard Chennai, using 10,000 Marriott points online. Half mile from the Consulate and half hour from airport.
Demand Draft for IV fees.
I-134 was filled out and signed by the petitioner but NOT notarized. Apparently all consulates in India are accepting the new I-134 forms w/o notarization.
Interview Day:

8.00 AM - Stood in line outside the gate.
No cell phones, Hand bags or Umbrellas. It’s just easier to carry your papers in a clear plastic envelope.
Lady inside asked for the below docs.
Interview letter
Medical reports. (I’ve misplaced my X-ray but fortunately she didn’t insist for it.)
Visa Fees
Passport
Employment letter Original
I-134 original (She asked for the W2s and 1040s and noted in the file as missing.)
Secondary evidence for the Date of Birth. Either an Affidavit or a 10th class marks certificate. She refused to acknowledge the DOB in the passport and noted in the file that secondary proof is missing. VFS lady to be blamed for not making us aware of it.
Took a seat and waited in the lounge for my turn. There is an American lady with a scarf around her head. She speaks a bit of Urdu and a bit of Telugu. Noticed more counters working.
My turn now. Lady Consular officer is in mid 30s. Very courteous and engaging. She is looking thru the file that already has all my docs and the notes about missing ones. She asked me to raise my hand and Oath that everything in the DS-230 is true. Then she asked me a few questions about myself.
Do you currently work in a Govt. or a Pvt. Research organization? Govt.
What kind of research do you do? Researcher in Microbiology.
What are your future areas of interest? Genetics.
Are you planning to work in USA? Yes.
Have you applied to any Universities for education? No.
What is your highest degree? Post Grad. PhD in progress.
Any kids? No.
She took my finger prints
Then handed me a green sheet 221(g) and mentioned that she is unable to issue the visa right away. But asked me to just submit the below documents at the nearest VFS office to avoid another trip to the consulate.
Evidence of Economic Support:
Copy of Petitioner’s U.S. federal income tax return (form 1040) for 2005.
W-2 form for the Petitioner for 2005.
Other:
Birth Affidavits or Secondary evidence for birth such as school record.
Once again she assured me that it’s just a procedural formality and shouldn’t take longer than a week to issue the Visa once the documents are submitted.
She returned all the important documents back, including the marriage cert., marriage photos, passport, etc.
Out of the consulate by 11.30
Back in Hyderabad:

Waited till 4th week of January for 2006 W2 to be issued. Downloaded the W2 from ADP’s i-pay website in PDF format.
Got on HRBLOCK website and filed the 1040EZ and D-400 state taxes.
Took a print out of the 1040EZ, D-400 state taxes and W2 for 2006.
Signed and initialed on all the pages.
Dug out the 10th class marks cert. Now we are ready to head to the VFS office.
VFS 2nd Time:

A different lady this time. She collected the below docs.

221(g) Original
Passport Original
Secondary Birth evidence, 10th class cert. Original
1040EZ, D-400, W2 for 2006. We took a chance and submitted the latest instead of 2005 that is mentioned in the 221(g). It was easier for us to gather the 2006 docs, online, instead of digging up 2005 docs.
Cover letter to the C.O. , requesting for expediting the process and shorten our family separation.
Paid for the courier fee.
Docs submitted to VFS on Feb-02-2007.

Courier received on Feb-09-2007. Seven days only! True to C.O’s word.

It contains the stamped passport and a sealed envelope (DO NOT OPEN caution on the top). IV visa looks just like any other NIV USA visa except it says IV & E3.

Visa is valid for 6 months; applicant should travel to US within those six months to avoid further issues.

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Name: Successful FTJ @ Chennai 2007
Location: United States
Posted on: Mar 12, 2007  Email this link to friend(s)
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