G325A questions

[JensJrny2Ray 367]

Greetings!

My (soon to be) fiance and I haven't filed our paperwork yet. (we plan to this July). Getting all the forms ready and filling out the G325A, I realised I had some questions. I tried phoning USCIS however the rep told me to ask an immigration lawyer or a professional form writer. I also tried e-mailing the US consulate in Vancouver but did not hear back. So, here are my questions, if anyone here has any advice:

1. With regards to my father: my mother did not put him on my birth certificate and all I know about him is his name. Do I just put "unknown" in the spaces with regards to father's name, birthplace etc?

2. I believe my fiance will need a copy of my divorce decree to file the 129F, is a photocopy ok for now, or do I need to get certified copies? I realise I will probably need a certified copy later on down the road when it comes to interview time at the US consulate.

3. I have worked for the same company for over five years, but in two locations. Do I need to state the different locations, or just the location of the head office of the company I have worked for?

Thank you so much for any help you can provide.

[canadian_wife 1,829]

1. If you know his name list it, put 'unknown' for anything about him that is...well, unknown, like his birth place, date, etc.

2. Copies may be sent to USCIS (did your read the instructions regarding this?) but originals will be needed

3. I would put something like "Smith Construction Dallas, TX/Denver CO Something along those lines. I'm sure your tax returns for the last 3 years will indicate the move correct? Just keep it simple

Good luck

[Andrea&Henry 311]

1.- If your father is NOT in your birth certificate, put UNKNOWN.

2.-CERTIFIED COPY OF YOUR DIVORCE DECREE. if you file with a single copy you are gonna get an RFE for sure! Every single document must be certified

3.- Same location! same company

[Lalo & Susana 50]

You have to send a certified copy of your divorce decree it must have signatures and stamps. For example my fiance's had the town clerk's signature and the stamp of the court where they were divorced. Also if you had changed your name after marriage and on your divorce decree it has your married name then you might have to submit a change of name form. I didn't have that situation bc my fiance's ex never changed her name but I was told others received an RFE because they had the married name on the divorce decree. Also regarding USCIS I had called back in April and May and they were so helpful but I called in June and they were very rude and kept telling me to hire a lawyer. I recommend that you do not waste your money hiring a lawyer. I just finished everything and sent out my packet today. The best thing is to read the guidelines, other people's questions and comments and if you are still confused then post your own topic. Good luck!

[Bryan and Isabel 29]

1. If you know his name list it, put 'unknown' for anything about him that is...well, unknown, like his birth place, date, etc.

2. Copies may be sent to USCIS (did your read the instructions regarding this?) but originals will be needed

3. I would put something like "Smith Construction Dallas, TX/Denver CO Something along those lines. I'm sure your tax returns for the last 3 years will indicate the move correct? Just keep it simple

Good luck

Correct

[JensJrny2Ray 367]

Thank you for your replies.

The first reply makes sense. I have read a lot and it appears that photocopies are fine initially, but will need certified copies or original divorce certificate when going for my interview etc.

With regards to name change, I kept my married name after divorce so I haven't changed my name back to my maiden name except for when I got married. I have not read anything that indicates I need to provide proof of a name change. I will have my former spouse listed so I think the proof is right there.