Interview Experience Washington, DC

[DC2011 0]

All,

I found other interview experiences really interesting and though I would post mine. My wife and I had our AOS interview in the Washington, DC field office on June 26th at 1:30. We arrived exactly at 12:45 and quickly passed through security and checked in. We waited for about 45 minutes before being called in by an IO. We sat down and the IO explained the purpose of the AOS interview. We then stood to swear to tell the truth. The IO began with my wife (USC) and confirmed biographical info (name, date of birth, place of employment, ssn, etc.). He never once asked for any proof of her U.S. citizenship. He then asked me the same basic questions, including the last time I entered the U.S. He requested my passport for proof of entry. He then asked me all the questions on the I-485 application (intend to overthrow the government, etc.) After I answered no to each question, the IO asked us how/when we met (5 years ago at grad school) and whether she had met my family and I had met hers. We answered yes, and he turned to his computer. The IO then asked if we had any other supporting documentation to provide. My wife handed him a stack of documents (lease, bills, some letters, etc.) He placed the documents into our folder without looking at them. The IO then said he was approving our application and explained ROC. The entire process took no more than 15 minutes. Very easy. I received emails from USCIS confirming production of my green card later that evening.

HOWEVER, important note regarding long form birth certificates. We submitted my short form Ontario birth certificate and only afterwards realized we made a mistake. I called the hotline and was told to wait for an RFE, which never came. I thought it best to go ahead an order it anyways, which turned out to be a good move. During our interview the IO specifically asked for my long form birth certificate and seemed genuinely surprised when we pulled out a copy. After he said he was appoving our application, I asked him what would have happened if I hadn't ordered the long form. He replied that we would have had to come back at a later date before he could approve the application. So at the very least make sure you get the long form before the interview.

Overall, a relatively painless process. Less than 90 days in total. All the info on VJ was very helpful. Thank you!

[DandT14 272]

You say he requested your passport as proof of entry...did you mean proof of inspection?

Does your passport have a stamp from your last entry?

Oh, and Congratulations! And thanks for the report.

[DC85 113]

All,

I found other interview experiences really interesting and though I would post mine. My wife and I had our AOS interview in the Washington, DC field office on June 26th at 1:30. We arrived exactly at 12:45 and quickly passed through security and checked in. We waited for about 45 minutes before being called in by an IO. We sat down and the IO explained the purpose of the AOS interview. We then stood to swear to tell the truth. The IO began with my wife (USC) and confirmed biographical info (name, date of birth, place of employment, ssn, etc.). He never once asked for any proof of her U.S. citizenship. He then asked me the same basic questions, including the last time I entered the U.S. He requested my passport for proof of entry. He then asked me all the questions on the I-485 application (intend to overthrow the government, etc.) After I answered no to each question, the IO asked us how/when we met (5 years ago at grad school) and whether she had met my family and I had met hers. We answered yes, and he turned to his computer. The IO then asked if we had any other supporting documentation to provide. My wife handed him a stack of documents (lease, bills, some letters, etc.) He placed the documents into our folder without looking at them. The IO then said he was approving our application and explained ROC. The entire process took no more than 15 minutes. Very easy. I received emails from USCIS confirming production of my green card later that evening.

HOWEVER, important note regarding long form birth certificates. We submitted my short form Ontario birth certificate and only afterwards realized we made a mistake. I called the hotline and was told to wait for an RFE, which never came. I thought it best to go ahead an order it anyways, which turned out to be a good move. During our interview the IO specifically asked for my long form birth certificate and seemed genuinely surprised when we pulled out a copy. After he said he was appoving our application, I asked him what would have happened if I hadn't ordered the long form. He replied that we would have had to come back at a later date before he could approve the application. So at the very least make sure you get the long form before the interview.

Overall, a relatively painless process. Less than 90 days in total. All the info on VJ was very helpful. Thank you!

Confrats, I think I was there on the same time lol, mine was at 2 pm

[DC2011 0]

You say he requested your passport as proof of entry...did you mean proof of inspection?

Does your passport have a stamp from your last entry?

Oh, and Congratulations! And thanks for the report.

I'm assuming he asked for my passport to check for a stamp (i.e., proof of lawful entry/inspection). Once he flipped to the right page he immediately handed back my passport. The last time I entered the U.S. I was admitted in F1 OPT status, so there was a stamp in my passport from U.S. Customs at the Toronto POE. Of course, if I had driven across the border there would not have been stamp, but I doubt that would cause any problems after a short explanation.

[Fee 0]

All,

I found other interview experiences really interesting and though I would post mine. My wife and I had our AOS interview in the Washington, DC field office on June 26th at 1:30. We arrived exactly at 12:45 and quickly passed through security and checked in. We waited for about 45 minutes before being called in by an IO. We sat down and the IO explained the purpose of the AOS interview. We then stood to swear to tell the truth. The IO began with my wife (USC) and confirmed biographical info (name, date of birth, place of employment, ssn, etc.). He never once asked for any proof of her U.S. citizenship. He then asked me the same basic questions, including the last time I entered the U.S. He requested my passport for proof of entry. He then asked me all the questions on the I-485 application (intend to overthrow the government, etc.) After I answered no to each question, the IO asked us how/when we met (5 years ago at grad school) and whether she had met my family and I had met hers. We answered yes, and he turned to his computer. The IO then asked if we had any other supporting documentation to provide. My wife handed him a stack of documents (lease, bills, some letters, etc.) He placed the documents into our folder without looking at them. The IO then said he was approving our application and explained ROC. The entire process took no more than 15 minutes. Very easy. I received emails from USCIS confirming production of my green card later that evening.

HOWEVER, important note regarding long form birth certificates. We submitted my short form Ontario birth certificate and only afterwards realized we made a mistake. I called the hotline and was told to wait for an RFE, which never came. I thought it best to go ahead an order it anyways, which turned out to be a good move. During our interview the IO specifically asked for my long form birth certificate and seemed genuinely surprised when we pulled out a copy. After he said he was appoving our application, I asked him what would have happened if I hadn't ordered the long form. He replied that we would have had to come back at a later date before he could approve the application. So at the very least make sure you get the long form before the interview.

Overall, a relatively painless process. Less than 90 days in total. All the info on VJ was very helpful. Thank you!

[Fee 0]

Congratulations!!! I had I-360 approved prima facia, not long after filing I-485 I had an EAD sent to me for one year. I now have an interview with Immigration Officer on 19th July, all it says on one page I was sent is that it is in connection with official matter and connected to the I-485 process. It is not asking me to take any documentation with me, though of course I'll take passport etc. I am a bit concerned not asked to take anything and also, not sure if this is the GC interview or not. It's been a fraught experience, as if my application denied, I'd have to try and sell my house, sort out my dog for travel to the UK etc. All very complicated. I am so happy for you that you were successful!