Removing conditions interview appointment letter

[princess josie 1]

For your information. I was not able to post this under my user name. Josie recieved this letter and is totally unprepared. I/we do not keep any records for three years! except tax returns. I also belive I have read to much into it.

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[ELW 5]

Bummer! It is rare to have an interview for Removing Conditions. Put on your thinking cap and get as many documents as you can to bring to the interview. If you have joint bank or credit cards, you can print up old statements online (signing up for online banking takes only a few minutes and then you can access your financial history). Get Affidavits from friends, family, co-workers, anyone who has seen you together as a couple and can vouch for the real relationship. Bring in mail that shows your names and same address. Make copies of your ID/Drivers Licenses showing same address, get copies of any joint ownership of property, insurance policies, etc. See if you have photos together of these last couple years. Go through the many posts on this forum to get more ideas on bringing proof! Good luck!!

[Chica Yeyé 41]

Folks get called for interviews for 2 reasons:

1. There is suspicion of fraud

OR

2. You got the interview lottery (they do this randomly)

Whatever the case; bring with you all the documents you sent as evidence with your I-751, and some others that you have accumulated since. When dealing with immigration, evidence is everything. Best of luck.

[3600rs 24]

For your information. I was not able to post this under my user name. Josie recieved this letter and is totally unprepared. I/we do not keep any records for three years! except tax returns. I also belive I have read to much into it.

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Do not worry. Take all that you can, the odds and ends, bits and pieces. I have yet to see a joint filer married couple at the interview denied!

[NycBra 4]

For your information. I was not able to post this under my user name. Josie recieved this letter and is totally unprepared. I/we do not keep any records for three years! except tax returns. I also belive I have read to much into it.

May I ask which documents/evidence you sent with your application? It will be helpful for other VJers. Sometimes people are called for interview if they don't submit enough documents. And I wonder if you did submit enough evidence and was called as a "lottery" or USCIS thinks it is lacking some documents.

As others have said, if you are indeed truly married and is still a couple, you shouldn't have any problems. Just try to gather all information. Usually, bank accounts have statements available online. For older statements, you need to request them (online) and they become available for your viewing a couple of days later. You can always go to your bank and ask for a letter from the manager stating when you opened your account, who are the authorized users, etc.

I don't think you need statements and receipts for every single month. That's why I asked what you have ALREADY submitted to them. BUt it would be good to have 3 statements per year.

Good luck.

Edited October 13, 2009 by NycBra

[Chica Yeyé 41]

For your information. I was not able to post this under my user name. Josie recieved this letter and is totally unprepared. I/we do not keep any records for three years! except tax returns. I also belive I have read to much into it.

May I ask which documents/evidence you sent with your application? It will be helpful for other VJers. Sometimes people are called for interview if they don't submit enough documents. And I wonder if you did submit enough evidence and was called as a "lottery" or USCIS thinks it is lacking some documents.

As others have said, if you are indeed truly married and is still a couple, you shouldn't have any problems. Just try to gather all information. Usually, bank accounts have statements available online. For older statements, you need to request them (online) and they become available for your viewing a couple of days later. You can always go to your bank and ask for a letter from the manager stating when you opened your account, who are the authorized users, etc.

I don't think you need statements and receipts for every single month. That's why I asked what you have ALREADY submitted to them. BUt it would be good to have 3 statements per year.

Good luck.

Excellent idea

[mozplay 29]

I too am curious to know what you submitted with your initial petition. It seems like a lot of the stuff you ask for would be normally submitted anyway but as has been suggested, don't be afraid to think outside of the box and bring things other than what has been listed. For instance, not included in the letter is joint credit card of loan info - I would bring this if you have it.

[John9981 9]

I agree with other VJers, you are probably picked by lucky drawing. Gather what you can and you'll be fine. I think it's kinda nice because you know when you'll be approved. (interview date)

Edited October 13, 2009 by chox99

[princess josie 1]

Very interesting responses. Any input is always apprecieated.

The suggestion for downloading bank statements and cancelled checks, if you read the letter it says very clearly and is underlined "the original and a copy of each requested document". An internet download is not an original??

It is also in bold print and underlined All documents must include this period from the date you received your conditional residence to the present time. For #8 it requests utility account statements. I have asked everyone I know and NOBODY keeps utility statements for 3 years!! But right up there in bold letters it says must include!! Then out of curiosity I called the electric company and asked if it was common practice for both names to be on an electric bill. The lady told me it is almost unheard of.

It asks for auto insurance and registration. The car is in my name not her's, they sent the letter to her, my name is not on the letter. Should I take my registration? I went to the insurance company this afternoon. I told them that I needed original documents covering the last three years of my auto insurance. They said they are sorry, but they are not available. Does anybody really keep three year old auto insurance policys??

#5 asks for leases, mortage, warrenty deeds. I was running around trying to obtain rent reciepts for the three year period. This can be very overwhelming, we lived in a motorhome and moved frequently. We just bought a house this year so I have a warenty deed in both our names. But then I noticed it does not ask for rent reciepts, I'm not taking any!!

I'm not sure what I subbmited with the petition and dont have time to research it now. But I do know this is the third/forth time I have submitted our 2006 joint tax return. The second/third time for 2007 return and the second time for the 2008 return.

As far as letters from friends, etc. No place in the appointment letter does it request letters, pictures, boarding documents, school records etc.

I am not trying to be argumentive or put down anybody or there input, I truly appreciate all the help I have recieved here on the forum. This just has me overwhelmed and I find it very frustrating.

If the Federal Goverment made beer it would cost $80 a bottle and taste vile.

Was the appointment letter of any help to anyone?? Jim

[mozplay 29]

I know this must be very stressful, but yes, you are sounding argumentative and we are just trying to help.

You should take with you to the interview the entire copy of the petition you sent in, from the cover letter, to the copy of the cheque, to the completed application to the evidence. So you should make the time to find the copy of your application and take it with you. There have been folks who have simply re-presented original information at interview time and received approval. Those docs have an awful lot of personal info on them, so just some advice for everyone out there ... keep them safely tucked away.

Many people do not want paper copies of things like bank statements and bills etc. so yes, downloaded copies are fine and considered originals.

As for everything else - yes, we have kept everything from the day I entered the US until now and made sure to enter our names jointly on at least one bill, so we have utility bills, etc. to help with our evidence.

The reason people may be suggesting things outside of the box is because you say you don't have evidence that spans the last 2+ years. Think of it as lateral evidence. If you have something strong (like car insurance and registration) that has your name on it at XX address and she has something equally strong showing her name at the same XX address, then at least it shows cohabitation.

If you choose not to take the rent receipts, supplemental evidence or affidavits from friends, though you have an absence of other evidence, that is up to you.

Very interesting responses. Any input is always apprecieated.

The suggestion for downloading bank statements and cancelled checks, if you read the letter it says very clearly and is underlined "the original and a copy of each requested document". An internet download is not an original??

It is also in bold print and underlined All documents must include this period from the date you received your conditional residence to the present time. For #8 it requests utility account statements. I have asked everyone I know and NOBODY keeps utility statements for 3 years!! But right up there in bold letters it says must include!! Then out of curiosity I called the electric company and asked if it was common practice for both names to be on an electric bill. The lady told me it is almost unheard of.

It asks for auto insurance and registration. The car is in my name not her's, they sent the letter to her, my name is not on the letter. Should I take my registration? I went to the insurance company this afternoon. I told them that I needed original documents covering the last three years of my auto insurance. They said they are sorry, but they are not available. Does anybody really keep three year old auto insurance policys??

#5 asks for leases, mortage, warrenty deeds. I was running around trying to obtain rent reciepts for the three year period. This can be very overwhelming, we lived in a motorhome and moved frequently. We just bought a house this year so I have a warenty deed in both our names. But then I noticed it does not ask for rent reciepts, I'm not taking any!!

I'm not sure what I subbmited with the petition and dont have time to research it now. But I do know this is the third/forth time I have submitted our 2006 joint tax return. The second/third time for 2007 return and the second time for the 2008 return.

As far as letters from friends, etc. No place in the appointment letter does it request letters, pictures, boarding documents, school records etc.

I am not trying to be argumentive or put down anybody or there input, I truly appreciate all the help I have recieved here on the forum. This just has me overwhelmed and I find it very frustrating.

If the Federal Goverment made beer it would cost $80 a bottle and taste vile.

Was the appointment letter of any help to anyone?? Jim

Edited October 14, 2009 by mozplay

[D&R 0]

Very interesting responses. Any input is always apprecieated.

The suggestion for downloading bank statements and cancelled checks, if you read the letter it says very clearly and is underlined "the original and a copy of each requested document". An internet download is not an original??

It is also in bold print and underlined All documents must include this period from the date you received your conditional residence to the present time. For #8 it requests utility account statements. I have asked everyone I know and NOBODY keeps utility statements for 3 years!! But right up there in bold letters it says must include!! Then out of curiosity I called the electric company and asked if it was common practice for both names to be on an electric bill. The lady told me it is almost unheard of. That's rubbish! No way it's unheard of! Maybe you got someone on the phone that hadn't been working there for long or something. Anyone with half a brain would do that from day ONE if they knew in time they had to prove they've been cohabiting.

It asks for auto insurance and registration. The car is in my name not her's, they sent the letter to her, my name is not on the letter. Should I take my registration? I went to the insurance company this afternoon. I told them that I needed original documents covering the last three years of my auto insurance. They said they are sorry, but they are not available. Does anybody really keep three year old auto insurance policys??

#5 asks for leases, mortage, warrenty deeds. I was running around trying to obtain rent reciepts for the three year period. This can be very overwhelming, we lived in a motorhome and moved frequently. We just bought a house this year so I have a warenty deed in both our names. But then I noticed it does not ask for rent reciepts, I'm not taking any!! So it asked for warranty deeds and you have them... That's OK then. I don't see the problem?

I'm not sure what I subbmited with the petition and dont have time to research it now. But I do know this is the third/forth time I have submitted our 2006 joint tax return. The second/third time for 2007 return and the second time for the 2008 return.

As far as letters from friends, etc. No place in the appointment letter does it request letters, pictures, boarding documents, school records etc.

I am not trying to be argumentive or put down anybody or there input, I truly appreciate all the help I have recieved here on the forum. This just has me overwhelmed and I find it very frustrating.

If the Federal Goverment made beer it would cost $80 a bottle and taste vile.

Was the appointment letter of any help to anyone?? Jim

Does anybody really keep three year old auto insurance policys?? They do if they're going through a Visa/immigration process and have planned properly!

I have asked everyone I know and NOBODY keeps utility statements for 3 years!! Again... they do if they're going through a Visa/immigration process and have planned properly!

If the Federal Goverment made beer it would cost $80 a bottle and taste vile. Don't blame the Government for your lack of planning. I personally think it's GREAT that they go to lengths to weddle out the fraudsters amongst us. (Don't worry, not suggesting you are one! ). OK, so finding all the documents and jumping through hoops is a royal pain in the asre, but plan ahead, do your research and do it well, and you'll have no problem providing them with any document they require with a big grin on your face. The better you plan, the easier the process

[mainyasha 0]

How long did it take for them to ask for an RFE from you? By this i mean when did you file your 751.

I would call my utitlity bill company and ask for a letter of stating how long you have been with them and who is listed on the account.

Do that for everyone who cant give you statement going 3yrs back.

Take something dont go without anything coz you cant find it. Get people to write letters