K1 Visa Interview Experience (2024), Requirements, Tips & So much more!

If you want a feel of the K1 visa interview prep and experience, this is the video for you.
The video is quite detailed as there is no such thing as being over prepared!
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NB: Not an immigration legal counsel but an additional online resource based on my experience.
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[@lloydshinaali]

Congratulations on putting together this video for us, especially considering President Ruto's visit to the US which I assume would have been captivating to watch. Thank you, Cherono, for generously sharing your experience. It's truly remarkable how you managed to gather all those documents on short notice. Your mention of mock interviews with your fiancé suggests they were instrumental in preparing you for the real thing. Your thorough explanation of the key points is greatly appreciated. With my K1 interview scheduled for June 11th, I'll need to watch your video a few more times to ensure I have everything sorted.

[@user-mg7ul4xj2o]

All the best dear 🙏

[@Sharon-ir1xw]

I wish you the best👍💯 Did you receive instructions email from the embassy, haven't receive mine and now is more than four months since our case was forwaded to the embassy

[@lloydshinaali]

I haven't received the instructions email from the embassy. Instead, I proactively monitored the status of my case on CEAC and reached out to the US Embassy in Nairobi via email. After a few days, they provided me with the necessary details for my case. Despite following the instructions provided by the embassy, I faced challenges securing an interview within the required timeframe due to time constraints and potential backlogs. I managed to secure an interview for June 11th after several delays. Currently, I've completed my medicals and am in the process of compiling my documents and reviewing the FAQs. Additionally, I'll need to obtain an amended intention to marry from my petitioner (fiancé) to fulfill the requirements of I-129F. My advice is to proceed with gathering your documents and consider booking an interview with the Nairobi embassy if possible. Keep in mind that it may take two days for payments to be reflected on your account, and while desired interview dates may not always be available immediately, it's important not to be discouraged or delayed by this.

[@lloydshinaali]

@@user-mg7ul4xj2o Thank you

[@Sharon-ir1xw]

@@lloydshinaali thank you for your reply, my case have been saying ready for interview on cease status since feb, have been sending email to the embassy and I never got any reply, kindly which email did you use to email them. Have already filled the ds 160 and submitted.

[@sylvestersly4858]

Wow that was so relieved 🎉 Hope mine gonna be so so easy I prayed 🙏🙏

[@Iam_cherono]

All the very best Sylvester!

[@sylvestersly4858]

Oh yeah thank you 😊

[@mohamedabukar852]

@@Iam_cherono I asked about divorce certificate Ni Madharau ama haukuona iyo message

[@KamsNation7]

Wow, the voice now is very okay; audibility is perfect.

[@Iam_cherono]

I'm glad. Thanks for the feedback!

[@aggieagnes4712]

Thank God I came across your channel and subscribed immediately! I had no idea about this K1 visa and did not know where to start from but I have learnt a lot. I hope to start the process next year Lord willing. I will eventually watch your video over and over plus the sites you have provided. Thank you for the elaborate video!!

[@Iam_cherono]

You are welcome!

[@ChiefTanu]

Thanks so much this was very helpful ❤

[@Haveseenher]

thank you for sharing this information, May God bless you.💝🙏

[@Iam_cherono]

You're most welcome ❤

[@ArtiBlogger]

I literally admire her while watching this video I imagined me at her place haha I am also applying for k1 visa Well thank you so much and I am watching this video from India

[@bisangwastella957]

Thank you very much for this information and it has been so useful .

[@Iam_cherono]

You're most welcome.

[@makiessekukusa5270]

Thank you for the information

[@davidmacheho1964]

Kindly prepare video on the proof of evidence documents?

[@mohamedabukar852]

Anyone in Kenya who is in process we link up and guide each other???

[@thebrotherhood9449]

Here

[@lavenderokongo1163]

Me too

[@mohamedabukar852]

Hello Madam need your help Petitioners documents i.e Tax forms, Divorce decree, financial support from petitioner Do the Kenyan embassy need original copies or printed hard copies are enough???

[@mohamedabukar852]

Divorce certificate of petitioner who is At US will i have to present original copy at Kenyan embassy or just copy??? Same for taxes Naturalization certificate original or copy??? IRS taxex(paycheck) will I just print them online and present copies???? Thank you

[@davidmacheho1964]

what happens when you have a kid and it was come we stay and you separated?

[@yemsrachberhan8840]

Hey cherono Just wanna ask you something How long does it take you to get the visa after interview?? It was approved verbally 3 weeks ago but i still didnt get the visa When i check the status online its still on NIV application received for the last three weeks Thanks in advance

[@Iam_cherono]

Hello. Congratulations on your visa approval! I got my passport and visa by courier service within a week i.e my interview was on Friday and by end of the following week I had received my passport/visa. I'm not sure if maybe the timelines have changed...

[@modoulamingassama8796]

Thank you so much. How long did it take you from receiving the K1-FTP to being sent an interview welcome letter from the embassy or consulate? I was trying to book an appointment but it says not to do so until we received the welcome letter.

[@Iam_cherono]

I received my K1-FTP on 29th Aug 2023 and got my embassy letter on 8th Sep 2023.

[@jermaneharding7464]

How long does it take to get your passport back after the successful interview?

[@Iam_cherono]

It takes approximately one week for your passport to be ready for collection.

[@nyah_mbu_rah]

What do you mean by declaration of support ?

[@Iam_cherono]

This is the Form I-134. It is a legal document that the U.S. citizen/petitioner completes to promise to financially support a K-1 visa applicant/beneficiary. It can also be referred to as the affidavit of support.

[@healthcare433]

Hello thanks for video. i would like to know if someone is from uganda and get approved .he must waiting visa at Naïrobie or he may go back to ouganda and wait for his passport. Other question how will he travel without document??

[@Iam_cherono]

Hello. I believe that, that would be a personal decision. It also depends on where you selected as your courier service location for your approved visa collection. Evaluate on either waiting from Kenya or going back to UG then see which has the most financial implications for you. Also, maybe ask around from fellow Ugandans to find out how they navigated this particular process because I believe that there might be a more simple solution. If you can please post your solution here so that someone else can learn from your experience. Thanks

[@irenedorene7401]

I believe it's time saving and money saving to stay in Nairobi after the interview to have your visa at once than traveling back to Uganda then back to Kenya again for the visa packet. My interview is March though, that is what I plan on going.

[@YvonneTempler]

Hello dear,i have a question.I left out some documents during the initial petition,(unknowingly)....But later after watching several videos i realized ill need them during the interview,what should i do, should i just bring them with me or not?.My fiance got divorced twice and we only submitted the latest divorce papers.We were approved and now im waiting for the interview, should i carry all the divorce documents for the interview or just the latest one we submitted initially???Thank you

[@Iam_cherono]

Hello. This is a good but tough question. I would recommend that you seek advice from an immigration expert/lawyer as I may not wish to mislead you. If you can, please share findings/experience here for someone else to use a their future resource. Wishing you the very best!

[@mudengadeniscbaye6511]

Thank you for the information. How did you pay the appointment fees?

[@Iam_cherono]

I paid via Mpesa, which is an online/mobile payment system in Kenya.

[@WubEthiopia-gw1lp]

Can I correct I 129 form at the time of interview please

[@DorcasOwusuSarpong]

Did NVC request for your email from your Fiancé after receiving the approval from USCIS?

[@Iam_cherono]

Hi Dorcas. I'm not sure if I got your question correctly...we didn't get any request from the NVC after receiving the approval from the USCIS. You could maybe re-phrase your question?

[@TinaMaasai]

Nipitieni niwapitie guys

[@davidmacheho1964]

Wow .What if you have a kid but you separated and it was a come we stay marriage

[@Iam_cherono]

Hey David. Here are a few links that might be useful to your case: 1. br.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/fiancee/#:~:text=Note%3A%20Unmarried%20children%20under%2021,(e)%20visa%20was%20issued 2. www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/free-books/fiance-marriage-visa-book/chapter2-7.html 3. br.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/fiancee/

[@Lissamuth]

How long did you date before submitting your application cherono

[@Iam_cherono]

Hi@@Lissamuth 2 months 1 week.

[@hellenkapoko7741]

Wait , where did you do a marriage counseling since you’re in two different countries?

[@Iam_cherono]

Hello Hellen. We did our counseling sessions over Zoom calls.

[@hellenkapoko7741]

@@Iam_cheronofor how long?

[@joankavere3677]

Hey kindly reply, how did you pay for the K-1 application fee coz i'm stuck after submitting my DS-160... what was the process?? TIA

[@Iam_cherono]

Hello. Once you've filled out the DS 160, have the document ready with you. I remember only paying for the K1 visa while scheduling for the interview on the online portal.

[@joankavere3677]

@@Iam_cherono thank you

[@testerobing3309]

How can someone reach out for communication and guidance?

[@Iam_cherono]

I try to respond mainly to specific questions to the best of my knowledge by sharing my experience and limited knowledge. I would recommend you seek guidance on the whole process from an immigration expert/lawyer. The K1 visa experience may vary from person to person. Use the information I share as an added resource your research.

[@tashlinda3673]

When do you go for medicals wat do Ther check

[@Iam_cherono]

You go for the medicals before going for the interview at the embassy. So according to the official site, the medical examination will include a medical history review, physical examination, and chest X-ray, gonorrhea test, and blood tests (for applicants 15 years of age or older). The United States also requires tuberculosis (TB) testing for all applicants two years of age and older. Link: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Supplements/Supplements_by_Post/NRB-Nairobi.html#:~:text=During%20the%20medical%20exam,years%20of%20age%20and%20older. My experience: 1. They took: blood and urine sample, did chest X-ray(which can show evidence of TB). I saw a doctor/physician who discussed with me my medical history and did my physical examination. 2. I was then given additional vaccination: Influenza, Dultravax, Hepatitis B and MMR. NB: The full results are posted directly to the embassy ahead of the interview.

[@princenwaru2380]

How did you get your interview appointment letter

[@tashlinda3673]

Wat do there check in medical

[@Iam_cherono]

So according to the official site, the medical examination will include a medical history review, physical examination, and chest X-ray, gonorrhea test, and blood tests (for applicants 15 years of age or older). The United States also requires tuberculosis (TB) testing for all applicants two years of age and older. Link: travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/Supplements/Supplements_by_Post/NRB-Nairobi.html#:~:text=During%20the%20medical%20exam,years%20of%20age%20and%20older. My experience: 1. They took: blood and urine sample, did chest X-ray(which can show evidence of TB). I saw a doctor/physician who discussed with me my medical history and did my physical examination. 2. I was then given additional vaccination: Influenza, Dultravax, Hepatitis B and MMR. NB: The full results are posted directly to the embassy ahead of the interview.

[@ritanwaogu1443]

What's the name of the dating site

[@Iam_cherono]

Christian Dating For Free (CDFF)

[@renalderwanjiku]

Hello how can i reach you kindly

[@Iam_cherono]

You can reach me on this email: [e-mail]

[@renalderwanjiku]

Thanks so much

[@user-hv3tn7tm4l]

The talking is too long Next time go straight to the main issue Thanks

[@Iam_cherono]

Thanks for taking time to watch the video. I hope you got something useful.

[@patriciakanyeki6757]

Hey. How much did you pay for your medical examination?

[@Iam_cherono]

I ended up spending KES 45, 403 ($ 354.02) but they had requested me to have KES 70, 000 ($ 545.81) ready in my account.

[@elfridahs.hmrombo]

@@Iam_cherono Hi Cherono, would you please share the place where you did your medical examination in Kenya.

[@Iam_cherono]

@@elfridahs.hmrombo International Organization For Migration (IOM) - Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in Gigiri, Nairobi.

[@elfridahs.hmrombo]

@@Iam_cherono Thank you so much.

[@mariamajallow2458]

How long did it take you to the whole process.

[@Iam_cherono]

- 5th May 2022 - When we petitioned for K1 Visa by submitting I -129 Form to the USCIS (First application of the K1 visa). - 29th Sep 2023 - Interview date. You know your results immediately after the interview.

[@Iam_cherono]

- 5th May 2022 - When we petitioned for K1 Visa by submitting I -129 Form to the USCIS (First application of the K1 visa). - 29th Sep 2023 - Interview date. You know your results immediately after the interview.

[@gorettirezena9874]

@@Iam_cheronowhat can a person do when they got a paper with additional administrative processing. After interview.

[@Iam_cherono]

Hi @@gorettirezena9874 I had to look up the meaning of additional administrative processing. I thought that one gets an approved or not approved verdict but apparently that's not always the case? I came across these sites, hopefully they will help: 1. pennstatelaw.psu.edu/sites/default/files/documents/pdfs/Immigrants/Administrative-Processing-FAQ.pdf 2. travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/administrative-processing-information.html

[@keepingupwithsemmy]

@@Iam_cherono please how long did it take for uscis to respond to your first application. my fiancé submitted our application march this year and I just want to know how long it would take to hear back from them.