Applicants for an immigrant visa that is based on marriage or engagement may be required to provide proof of their relationship during their visa interview. Many individuals keep this evidence online, on social media, or in the cloud.
Visa applicants are allowed to bring phones and small electronic devices into the consular section's waiting room to help present photos, messages, or other digital records that demonstrate their relationship. Devices must be in silent mode, and making phone calls is not allowed. Should applicants need to listen to audio, the use of headphones is required. Throughout the interview, devices must remain put away unless the officer requests evidence. It is important to note that photography, video recording, and audio recording are strictly banned inside the Embassy.