ROC Interview tomorrow

[And_Sam 44]

Ok after waiting a full year for the removal of conditions for hubby's greencard, we are going to the interview tomorrow! I've been working my tail end off getting everything I can think of together to show.

The letter requesting the interview had a list of things to bring so I want to see if anybody else can come up with something I may have forgotten.

In the letter they say to bring: the notice, valid passport, alien car, 2 recent photographs and your spouse.

The list suggests:

1. Joint state and federal taxes for the previous 2 years; (I've got 2010,2011,2012)

2. Joint accounts/bills:(We've got checking/savings accounts, but the only bills in both of our names are the car insurance and cell phone bills, so I've got those too)

3. Insurance policies(car,boat,life,health,etc) (I've got car insurance policies, health insurance statements, dental insurance statements and proof of life insurance that we are each other beneficiaries)

4. Wills of both you and your wife; (we have living wills and healthcare surrogates placing each other as the delegates)

5. Evidence of joint loan applications; (we don't have any kind of loans together but hubby does have a student loan that is paid out through a joint checking account.)

6. Evidence of joint purchases; (we only have bought a car together, it's paid off but both of our names are on the title/registration and car insurance)

7. Power of Attorney; (again the living will and health surrogates)

8. Deeds/lease/rental agreements; (now this is where it gets sticky, the mortgage is only in my name and cannot get it refinanced to put into both names, because of finances/economy etc., BUT I did fill out a quitclaim deed to put him on the deed, but they said I had to pay $350 to get it recorded because there is a mortgage on it. Even though he isn't going to be on the mortgage. So it's done and notarized but not recorded as of yet.)

9. Military; Champus/Doors application etc (Not military so it doesn't pertain to us.)

10. Any other documents to show marital relationship; (I've collected medical, dental statements, bank account statements, Annual passes to Disney world, photographs that weren't in the original packet for I-751, 2 more affidavits from friends/family/coworkers to go with the 3 sent in with original packet.)

11. Submit any divorce decrees/petitions for divorce; (well we aren't planning on divorcing and I was the only one who was previously married so I'm making sure to bring THAT divorce decree with me)

So, I do have junk mail that was sent to him to our address. I had submitted so much evidence in the first I-751 AND the rfe we responded to in November of 2012. Anything else that I may have forgotten?

[Navyk 78]

Ok after waiting a full year for the removal of conditions for hubby's greencard, we are going to the interview tomorrow! I've been working my tail end off getting everything I can think of together to show.

The letter requesting the interview had a list of things to bring so I want to see if anybody else can come up with something I may have forgotten.

In the letter they say to bring: the notice, valid passport, alien car, 2 recent photographs and your spouse.

The list suggests:

1. Joint state and federal taxes for the previous 2 years; (I've got 2010,2011,2012)

2. Joint accounts/bills:(We've got checking/savings accounts, but the only bills in both of our names are the car insurance and cell phone bills, so I've got those too)

3. Insurance policies(car,boat,life,health,etc) (I've got car insurance policies, health insurance statements, dental insurance statements and proof of life insurance that we are each other beneficiaries)

4. Wills of both you and your wife; (we have living wills and healthcare surrogates placing each other as the delegates)

5. Evidence of joint loan applications; (we don't have any kind of loans together but hubby does have a student loan that is paid out through a joint checking account.)

6. Evidence of joint purchases; (we only have bought a car together, it's paid off but both of our names are on the title/registration and car insurance)

7. Power of Attorney; (again the living will and health surrogates)

8. Deeds/lease/rental agreements; (now this is where it gets sticky, the mortgage is only in my name and cannot get it refinanced to put into both names, because of finances/economy etc., BUT I did fill out a quitclaim deed to put him on the deed, but they said I had to pay $350 to get it recorded because there is a mortgage on it. Even though he isn't going to be on the mortgage. So it's done and notarized but not recorded as of yet.)

9. Military; Champus/Doors application etc (Not military so it doesn't pertain to us.)

10. Any other documents to show marital relationship; (I've collected medical, dental statements, bank account statements, Annual passes to Disney world, photographs that weren't in the original packet for I-751, 2 more affidavits from friends/family/coworkers to go with the 3 sent in with original packet.)

11. Submit any divorce decrees/petitions for divorce; (well we aren't planning on divorcing and I was the only one who was previously married so I'm making sure to bring THAT divorce decree with me)

So, I do have junk mail that was sent to him to our address. I had submitted so much evidence in the first I-751 AND the rfe we responded to in November of 2012. Anything else that I may have forgotten?

Looks sufficiently loaded. All the best with your ionterview and we are sure to hear the good news.

[Dave&Roza 748]

Ok after waiting a full year for the removal of conditions for hubby's greencard, we are going to the interview tomorrow! I've been working my tail end off getting everything I can think of together to show.

The letter requesting the interview had a list of things to bring so I want to see if anybody else can come up with something I may have forgotten.

In the letter they say to bring: the notice, valid passport, alien car, 2 recent photographs and your spouse.

The list suggests:

1. Joint state and federal taxes for the previous 2 years; (I've got 2010,2011,2012)

2. Joint accounts/bills:(We've got checking/savings accounts, but the only bills in both of our names are the car insurance and cell phone bills, so I've got those too)

3. Insurance policies(car,boat,life,health,etc) (I've got car insurance policies, health insurance statements, dental insurance statements and proof of life insurance that we are each other beneficiaries)

4. Wills of both you and your wife; (we have living wills and healthcare surrogates placing each other as the delegates)

5. Evidence of joint loan applications; (we don't have any kind of loans together but hubby does have a student loan that is paid out through a joint checking account.)

6. Evidence of joint purchases; (we only have bought a car together, it's paid off but both of our names are on the title/registration and car insurance)

7. Power of Attorney; (again the living will and health surrogates)

8. Deeds/lease/rental agreements; (now this is where it gets sticky, the mortgage is only in my name and cannot get it refinanced to put into both names, because of finances/economy etc., BUT I did fill out a quitclaim deed to put him on the deed, but they said I had to pay $350 to get it recorded because there is a mortgage on it. Even though he isn't going to be on the mortgage. So it's done and notarized but not recorded as of yet.)

9. Military; Champus/Doors application etc (Not military so it doesn't pertain to us.)

10. Any other documents to show marital relationship; (I've collected medical, dental statements, bank account statements, Annual passes to Disney world, photographs that weren't in the original packet for I-751, 2 more affidavits from friends/family/coworkers to go with the 3 sent in with original packet.)

11. Submit any divorce decrees/petitions for divorce; (well we aren't planning on divorcing and I was the only one who was previously married so I'm making sure to bring THAT divorce decree with me)

So, I do have junk mail that was sent to him to our address. I had submitted so much evidence in the first I-751 AND the rfe we responded to in November of 2012. Anything else that I may have forgotten?

It looks like enough to me. FYI on the Deed, as you have a Deed of Trust on file for the mortgage, when you pay that off only your name will be listed as property owner and you will need to file a Warranty Deed to give him 50% if that is what you want to do and I would recommend Tennancy in Common instead of Joint Tenants. A Quit Claim Deed would be if you are giving up your right to the land (hence the name quit) and is not the correct instrument to use in this case. I would check the Deed of Trust with the county cleark on-line and print that out as I bet both of you are listed--my wfe was listed on the Deed of Trust.

Relax as I am sure you will be fine,

Dave

[immibie 23]

Wait, they need a valid passport for that too? Mine is expired and no intend to leave the country any time soon, that's why I did not do it. Is it required?

[Dave&Roza 748]

Wait, they need a valid passport for that too? Mine is expired and no intend to leave the country any time soon, that's why I did not do it. Is it required?

For ROC a passport is not required as the person doing the ROC is already in the US and it is up to them as to whether they feel the need for a passport or not. The next passport they get could be a US passport if they go for USC at three 3 years based on marriage to a US citizen and 3 years as a LPR. Of course they cannot travel outside the US without a passport, but there are many USC that do not have a valid passport and only reason that they need one after they book their Carribean Cruise.

The only required documents for ROC are a copy of the front and back of the GC and the I-761 application. All other proof of a bona fide marriage is subjective and based on each couple's situation.

Dave

[And_Sam 44]

It looks like enough to me. FYI on the Deed, as you have a Deed of Trust on file for the mortgage, when you pay that off only your name will be listed as property owner and you will need to file a Warranty Deed to give him 50% if that is what you want to do and I would recommend Tennancy in Common instead of Joint Tenants. A Quit Claim Deed would be if you are giving up your right to the land (hence the name quit) and is not the correct instrument to use in this case. I would check the Deed of Trust with the county cleark on-line and print that out as I bet both of you are listed--my wfe was listed on the Deed of Trust.

Relax as I am sure you will be fine,

Dave

Thanks for the info. I've been doing some research about the Tennancy in Common and the Joint Tenants documents you spoke of and I really can't find any information anywhere. I guess that a document that a lawyer would draw up for us? I did check the deed of trust on file and of course all they have is the original document that I had signed when I first bought the house. Nothing even with my married name on there. So definitely nothing with my husband's name on it. Well it's getting to the last minute so I'm going to just take in the quit claim deed and hopefully it will satisfy their need of showing communal residence. Even though it has been shown that every piece of mail he receives is to our home address......

[And_Sam 44]

Wait, they need a valid passport for that too? Mine is expired and no intend to leave the country any time soon, that's why I did not do it. Is it required?

In the letter giving us the date for the interview, it specifically states valid passport on there. Hubby's expires next year. We talked about renewing it, it just depends on whether or not we are filing for naturalization then or before.

Ha, I noticed in the original post I said "alien car" instead of alien card. Oops.

[together4evr 360]

Good Luck at the interview.

Just make sure you both know who sleeps on what side of the bed and what you ate for dinner last

What color the house is

what color the furniture is

any kind of crazy questions---just in case

I think you will do fine.

and hurry up and file for citizenship!!!

[DC85 113]

I hope your interview went well. please let us know

[ChelseaKate 3]

Wait, they need a valid passport for that too? Mine is expired and no intend to leave the country any time soon, that's why I did not do it. Is it required?

Ugh! Mine is expired too and want to wait till I got my citizenship then get a U.S. passport. Pls. let us know how your interview went and if they really asked for your valid passport. I thought passports are not required for ROC!?!?

[bigdog 376]

Good luck on your interview.

[seko 0]

Guys tell us what happen in the interview.

[bewildering 9]

Ugh! Mine is expired too and want to wait till I got my citizenship then get a U.S. passport. Pls. let us know how your interview went and if they really asked for your valid passport. I thought passports are not required for ROC!?!?

At my AOS interview the officer specifically told me you need a valid passport. He said I was lucky because I could naturalize 6 months before my UK passport expires. I would apply for a new UK passport if I were you. There is no disadvantage to having dual passports, other than cost.

[And_Sam 44]

Sorry for not answering quicker with the interview.

Well we went in and it was a female IO that gave us the interview. She had the original I-751 and the evidence we sent in for the RFE. She first sworn both of us in to tell the truth, the whole truth so help us God. Then meticulously she went through the original application asking my husband and then myself questions like what was each other's DOB, what day did we get married, where did we get married, who was there, things like that. My poor husband was so nervous that he wouldn't shut up. The IO would ask a question and he would answer it and continue on giving way more information than what she asked for. She finally told him to hold off, that she would ask more questions so he can give those answers.

After going through the application, she then started asking questions about my son and daughter and where they were and how they got along with him. She asked me how did I get along with my in laws while we were in Egypt. She then said ok, I see you brought more documents, what do you have? So I opened up the file case we had and gave her our 2012 tax forms that we did the weekend before, the quit claim deed naming my husband on the deed of the house, copies of both of our health care surrogate forms and living wills, copy of the power of attorney for myself naming my husband. Copies of our medical, dental, life insurance, car insurance policies. Then we had a small photo album with some pictures that I had printed out. This is not including the photos we had originally included with the ROC. She went through asking me who were the different people in the photos and when were they taken. As I told her who was who and where and when she would pull out ones she wanted and keep on looking. Right before the interview was over she had a stack of pictures that she pulled out of the photo album and still had our driver's license and my husband's green card and passport and said she needed to make copies of them. I had made copies of both driver's license and his green card and passport with color and brought them along with me. She took those and gave us back our IDs.

So yes, they did want a copy of his valid passport. For those who was asking before.

The officer then said that it looked like we had alot of strong evidence and that it looked in order so it will be 30- 60 days before we should hear about her decision. She said that if he is approved then he will receive his new green card 10-15 days after the decision.

So we are waiting again. The one thing she asked for that we didn't have with us was pictures of our wedding with his family. I mean, I focused more on having evidence from the last 3 years, I didn't even think about bringing pictures of the wedding and reception!

So if I can answer and questions, let me know!!!

[And_Sam 44]

oh and also I included 2 more affidavits too!!! 1 from my exhusband who spent christmas and new years with us and the kids and a coworker that I work with who knows my husband too!! So that was a total of 5 affidavits that we included because I had 3 originally with the ROC.