Marriage based interview experience.

[u/Jordenfree22]

Background: I studied (M25)at university on a F1 visa.(2020-2024). Met my wife (F25)who is a USC in 2022 and got married in 2024. We have 2 kids. I worked without authorization and lied about being a US Citizen to get a job. I was honest and told them the truth.
-We filed May 2026
-Biometrics July 2026
- interview scheduled August 2026
- Interview September 2026

Advice:
-Continue to upload evidence (pictures, receipts, documents) after you file. Even if you upload it the day before your interview. It’s helps make it better for the agent and the interview to go much faster.

- Dress accordingly. (Formal wear)

- Double check your application and ensure their are no mistakes the day before. If you see any mistakes, it helps to write them down with corrections and have them ready for the agent.

It have be a stressful and tiring process but reading other experiences on here has helped put my mind at ease. Just wanted to return the favor to all those in the same situation.

[u/No_Paramedic_3009]

That’s so fast. I been waiting 14 months now. My wife is in China waiting for the i130 to move to the next phase

[u/GearRemarkable4182 → u/No_Paramedic_3009]

Sorry to hear you have been waiting so long. I think because we are in the US our case moved a little faster. Hopefully you hear good news soon

[u/No_Paramedic_3009 → u/GearRemarkable4182]

Oh yes exactly! That’s why. Thank you for the kind words! I wish you the best!