I have a spouse and children: do they all go to the consulate together for EB-2 NIW?

Yes, in the EB-2 NIW process the principal applicant and dependents (spouse and children) can be included, and at the consular interview stage the family generally appears together. This is when the consulate confirms the information and documents for each person in the group.

In practice, the consular officer may focus most questions on the principal applicant, since it is that profile which supports the petition. Even so, the presence of dependents is typically required to:

• Confirm the identity and documents of each family member.
• Establish the family relationship (marriage, parentage).
• Complete the consular stage for everyone at once.

Scheduling and attendance procedures may vary by consulate or embassy, so details such as who needs to be present and at which point should follow local guidance. Since every case has its own specifics, it is worth checking updated instructions on the official channel and, when in doubt, aligning your preparation with a specialist.

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