Had our interview today

[bwaaderant 0]

We finally had our AOS interview today at the San Bernadino, CA office. The interview lasted about 15 or 20 minutes, she asked us a few questions; how did we meet, how many times did I visit her in Russia, has she met my family, but mostly she just asked basic biographic questions that were already answered on the biograpic forms. She asked my 8y/o step-daughter a few questions; D.O.B., if she was in school, what was the name of her school, and if she behaved in school. My daughter told her that only boys mis-behave in school...lol

Although the the interviewer did ask us a few questions, it seemed to me that the main point of the interview was to make sure the paperwork was present and properly filled out. We had everything but a CERTIFIED copy of our marriage certificate, and a physical for our daughter. During my wife's physical the Dr. said that my daughter didn't need one because of her age. I was under the impression that if the child was under 14 or 15 they didn't need a physical, well, I was wrong. But once we get the certified copy of our marriage certificate and my daughter's physical done then we will be approved for the GC. Nice!

Things the interviewer asked to see during the interview were our birth certificates, divorce papers, proof of relationship; (we showed her a few pics from our wedding which she seemed most interested in, she didn't even glance at any of the other pictures), lease with both of our names, my daughter's school registration papers, medical benefit cards, and a few letters and post cards we've received. She asked for my last years tax return, and my most recent pay stub, and letter of employment from my employer. She didn't ask for an Affidavit of Support, or any further paperwork from me.

I think that's about it. If I've forgotten anything then I will add it later.

[mcfei 0]

Cool, thanks for the info, and congratulations.

[bwaaderant 0]

Cool, thanks for the info, and congratulations.

My only quarrel with the whole thing was they asked my wife if she had ever been involved in prostitution. Okay, not a totally unrealistic question, but do they really need to ask it in front of our 8 year old daughter??

[2007n 0]

We finally had our AOS interview today at the San Bernadino, CA office. The interview lasted about 15 or 20 minutes, she asked us a few questions; how did we meet, how many times did I visit her in Russia, has she met my family, but mostly she just asked basic biographic questions that were already answered on the biograpic forms. She asked my 8y/o step-daughter a few questions; D.O.B., if she was in school, what was the name of her school, and if she behaved in school. My daughter told her that only boys mis-behave in school...lol

Although the the interviewer did ask us a few questions, it seemed to me that the main point of the interview was to make sure the paperwork was present and properly filled out. We had everything but a CERTIFIED copy of our marriage certificate, and a physical for our daughter. During my wife's physical the Dr. said that my daughter didn't need one because of her age. I was under the impression that if the child was under 14 or 15 they didn't need a physical, well, I was wrong. But once we get the certified copy of our marriage certificate and my daughter's physical done then we will be approved for the GC. Nice!

Things the interviewer asked to see during the interview were our birth certificates, divorce papers, proof of relationship; (we showed her a few pics from our wedding which she seemed most interested in, she didn't even glance at any of the other pictures), lease with both of our names, my daughter's school registration papers, medical benefit cards, and a few letters and post cards we've received. She asked for my last years tax return, and my most recent pay stub, and letter of employment from my employer. She didn't ask for an Affidavit of Support, or any further paperwork from me.

I think that's about it. If I've forgotten anything then I will add it later.

congratulations and thank you for the info

[Sand 5]

Cool, thanks for the info, and congratulations.

My only quarrel with the whole thing was they asked my wife if she had ever been involved in prostitution. Okay, not a totally unrealistic question, but do they really need to ask it in front of our 8 year old daughter??

she can Ask what ever she want, and this question mentioned before, but front of the child this's to bad, what if the child ask her mama what does that means.

Stupid question.

anyways sounds good, so hurry up and send what she ask u for.

and Congratulations.

Edited January 29, 2008 by Sand

[Jolie Melusine 0]

Cool, thanks for the info, and congratulations.

My only quarrel with the whole thing was they asked my wife if she had ever been involved in prostitution. Okay, not a totally unrealistic question, but do they really need to ask it in front of our 8 year old daughter??

Of course I said "No, I haven't" but another answer was itching my tonque - Well, you know, I got busted by cops on the street when I was talking to my next client about my price and arrested all personal of my secret casino last week. So, technically, right now I'm not involved in prostitution and gambling" This question didn't surprise me but like my husband said - asking this kind of things in front of our little girl?! It's disgusting!

[ThaiStyleUSA 1]

Congrats!

[~Chad~ 0]

Cool, thanks for the info, and congratulations.

My only quarrel with the whole thing was they asked my wife if she had ever been involved in prostitution. Okay, not a totally unrealistic question, but do they really need to ask it in front of our 8 year old daughter??

I would have been upset with that too. Anyway, CONGRATS

[cdancer 0]

CONGRATS!!!

BUT...WHAT IS THE POINT OF ASKING ...THE PROSTITUTION QUESTION????

GEEESH! LIKE WHO WOULD ADMIT IT ( IF THEY HAD)....lol

AND ANOTHER THOUGHT...WOULD THEY ASK MEN THIS SAME QUESTION???

[Carlawarla 1]

I was asked a list of questions. It appeared that they were on a sheet of paper, so I assumed they were a set number of questions with a yes or no beside them. She asked me..."have you ever trafficked in drugs...." " have you ever been involved in prostitution...". ...on and on...about 10 questions. I answered no to all of them, and after my response she would put a check mark on her paper in front of her. I think they're basically some type of standard questions they ask everyone. Or they do, if they're going by the "book" anyway.

And you should admit you were a prostitute if you were. You're not supposed to be lying at an immigration interview!

She did ask me, and then not put a check beside..." have you consumated the marriage?" "when"?

Edited January 29, 2008 by Carlawarla