This is true for Moroccans....

Submitted by ANONYMOUSXXXXXX (United States), May 12, 2009 at 12:45

...but don't know about Egyptians. If you are going to get married to a Moroccan, they have to go to their local police station and get a letter that says they are not married or have ever been married. (This is true when you try to get a K-1 visa for them.) Make him take HIV test for your own safety. He wanted one from me too, which is good. They have a national ID in Morocco--ask to see his id's, etc. Is he trained to do anything? Did he finish school? Does he live with his parents? Go check out this land he has. Look at his passport if he has one.

My advice is to take your time. Talk to his family and friends. Check out his story. Meet people he knows. If your relationship develops into more, go over there as many times as you can and check it all out. It would be quite hard to hide somebody (like another wife) if you are over there for a while. Of course, there are always exceptions. See if he disappears some days, etc when you are to chat. See if his schedule stays stable. Does he work? What are his hours? What about his family? Did his parents work? Do these stories add up? Check out his sisters. (My hubby's sisters look just like him, so there was no doubt.). Watch out he treats his friends.

And, lastly, if you decide to marry, get a prenup and get it signed. Then, your butt is covered. Hope all goes well with you.

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