Bringing the correct civil documents to your immigrant visa interview is essential for smooth processing. A frequently overlooked document is the divorce certificate. If you have been divorced, you must present the certificate from the country where the divorce was finalized. For divorces in the Dominican Republic or the United States, ensure you bring the original or a certified copy. Note that simple photocopies are not acceptable for U.S. divorce certificates, which must be obtained from the state’s vital records office.
Certain visa categories, such as CR1, IR1, F21, FX1, and K1, require original divorce certificates from petitioners or parents for stepchildren in IR2 or CR2 categories. Unprepared applicants risk rescheduling their interviews. "Remember, completing your application is your responsibility."