May 2013 filers

[d3adc0d3 186]

Not sure if you both realise.. but this is the May 2013 thread. You may be looking for another May thread for 2014.

Wishing you both the best of luck thou...

If you check the AOS threads there may be more relevant information there for you to browse over at your leisure

AOS threads - http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/131-adjustment-of-status-case-filing-and-progress-reports/

I filed April 2013, so I knew I was on the right thread. It shows so in my signature.

[Ozgirl1981 78]

I filed April 2013, so I knew I was on the right thread. It shows so in my signature.

I did read your signature but I wasn't sure if you had clicked the wrong year.. Just checking

[sjs87 27]

I did read your signature but I wasn't sure if you had clicked the wrong year.. Just checking

Hey OzGirl,

I see your interview is September 18 - yay! We just had ours 8/26 . If you get Officer Pebbles, say hello to him (he interviewed us).

[Ozgirl1981 78]

Hey OzGirl,

I see your interview is September 18 - yay! We just had ours 8/26 . If you get Officer Pebbles, say hello to him (he interviewed us).

Hey there.. I will do.. I'm starting to get excited about interview.

I'm glad your interview went well. I'll keep you posted about how it goes for us..

[godsrule 7]

Hello May 2013 filers, I am directing this question to sjs87 and those of you that had undergone the AOS interview for the temporary green card. What did you bring along for the interview? Is it compulsory that your spouse comes with you? What kind of questions did they ask you guys? Must you have a joint account? Is it everybody that is called for the interview? I'm from Nebraska service center.Plz be kind to let me know thanks.

[Bambi & João 2]

Hey Everyone!! Hope all is well with everyone! Things are good here. Just before his departure from Brazil in January, my husband had a dental emergency and was told that in order to fly he had to have a root canal. Upon his arrival, we had to get him a crown and a permanent filling. Unfortunately, I was unable to get him great dental insurance so it put us in debt. We still haven't started the AOS but we finally have the money. Because we had to wait, does this mean he will have to get the medical again? Can anyone give me any tips? Now I am on a mission to find all of the necessary paperwork and get this going. Did everyone do this on your own? I had help with the paperwork for the K1 Application but I am still trying to decide if I should attempt this on my own.

[sjs87 27]

Hello May 2013 filers, I am directing this question to sjs87 and those of you that had undergone the AOS interview for the temporary green card. What did you bring along for the interview? Is it compulsory that your spouse comes with you? What kind of questions did they ask you guys? Must you have a joint account? Is it everybody that is called for the interview? I'm from Nebraska service center.Plz be kind to let me know thanks.

Hi Godsrule,

For the interview, I brought a file of documents to which the officer only asked to see a few. That said, we brought:

• Certified copy of marriage license (they already had this - but I wanted to be sure!)
• Joint bank statements (make sure both names - USC & beneficiary - are on documents)
• Insurance documents/cards (again, good to make sure both names are on these items)
• Pictures from throughout our relationship
• Interview appointment letter from USCIS
• Passport
• Birth certificate
• Copy of medical records if available (they already should have these but I had an extra set

  Other possible items to bring include utility bills, lease agreements, etc. Officer really wanted items with both of our names on it...

  YES - THE USC & BENEFICIARY ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND INTERVIEW TOGETHER. It should state so in your interview appointment letter... but if not, take my word for it.

  They asked when I last entered US, when we got married, things about each others' families, and from the photos we took, the officer asked me to 'tell him about the photos' (when/where taken). A couple photos had my husband's family members in it, so I had to identify them.

  The other things worth mentioning -- if the beneficiary (non US citizen) has an EAD/AP combo card, and wishes to travel after the green card interview, please be advised the EAD/AP card will become invalid during the green card processing. Inquire about the I-551 stamp for the passport - which is a temporary green card until the real one arrives. It will be good for approximately 30 days -- but it would depend on the officer who interviews you.

If you have any other questions, I would be happy to answer them. The interview was honestly a breeze, we were in and out within an hour...

[sjs87 27]

Hey Everyone!! Hope all is well with everyone! Things are good here. Just before his departure from Brazil in January, my husband had a dental emergency and was told that in order to fly he had to have a root canal. Upon his arrival, we had to get him a crown and a permanent filling. Unfortunately, I was unable to get him great dental insurance so it put us in debt. We still haven't started the AOS but we finally have the money. Because we had to wait, does this mean he will have to get the medical again? Can anyone give me any tips? Now I am on a mission to find all of the necessary paperwork and get this going. Did everyone do this on your own? I had help with the paperwork for the K1 Application but I am still trying to decide if I should attempt this on my own.

Hi Bamellis,

I am sorry to hear about your husband's dental problems -- but glad things are looking up and that you can do the AOS process soon. At least you're going through everything with each other in person .

I am not sure about the medical - it depends on when he got it. I believe the medical is good for 1 year, so if he applies for and goes through the AOS process within the year of his medical, he should be okay. If not, I am not sure the correct answer, but I would certainly look on USCIS website for an answer... or, I'm sure Visa Journey has some info, too

We used a lawyer for the initial K-1 application, but we had several problems with our lawyer, so once I had my interview at the consulate, we decided to do the AOS process on our own. In all honesty, we felt way more confident doing things on our own! We had an RFE using a lawyer, and no RFEs doing the AOS on our own! The forms are all available on USCIS website and Visa Journey has guides for filing... with these, it was not that complicated to do the AOS filing on our own. The key is being organized! I made 3 copies of the AOS package in case anything went missing (fortunately nothing did!). I quadruple checked the AOS package before I sent it... and from initial sending of AOS package, to receiving EAD/AP card, and now recently the green card interview & approval, it was all done in about 4.5 months. Not bad, considering the initial K-1 process taking about 9 months for us!

I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. And I really credit Visa Journey - both its forums, and its members, for helping make this process better!

[godsrule 7]

Thank you very much sjs87 for your wonderful response. Is it everybody that goes to the interview? Or is just a selected few.

[sjs87 27]

Thank you very much sjs87 for your wonderful response. Is it everybody that goes to the interview? Or is just a selected few.

Some people get interview waivers (meaning, they will not be having an interview). Others, like me, get a letter in the mail which tells you your interview date & time. I couldn't tell you whether or not you will be getting an interview or not... I know I got my AOS interview appointment in the mail fairly quickly after getting my EAD/AP combo card.

[Bambi & João 2]

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get an answer. Filling out paperwork FINALLY!!!! I had one of my adult kids move out and another is working and no longer requires me to support him. He still lives here but basically just sleeps here. He's usually off doimg things. I claimed them on my 2013 taxes. Do I have to list them as dependents so that my tax documents match what I claimed before?

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get an answer. Filling out paperwork FINALLY!!!! I had one of my adult kids move out and another is working and no longer requires me to support him. He still lives here but basically just sleeps here. He's usually off doimg things. I claimed them on my 2013 taxes. Do I have to list them as dependents so that my tax documents match what I claimed before?

Also, I was told not everyone get an interview as well! Just curious what the percentage is.

[Ozgirl1981 78]

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get an answer. Filling out paperwork FINALLY!!!! I had one of my adult kids move out and another is working and no longer requires me to support him. He still lives here but basically just sleeps here. He's usually off doimg things. I claimed them on my 2013 taxes. Do I have to list them as dependents so that my tax documents match what I claimed before?

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get an answer. Filling out paperwork FINALLY!!!! I had one of my adult kids move out and another is working and no longer requires me to support him. He still lives here but basically just sleeps here. He's usually off doimg things. I claimed them on my 2013 taxes. Do I have to list them as dependents so that my tax documents match what I claimed before?

Also, I was told not everyone get an interview as well! Just curious what the percentage is.

HI there Bamellis,

As per your first question... I asked my husband about your current situation. Be advised that he is not a licenced tax professional but does his own taxes and has helped many do theirs. This is what he says:

There is absolutely NO need for your tax return(s) to match prior years. Situations do change and the IRS is very aware of this. As to dependent children, and claiming them for tax purposes, the following rules apply; The dependent must have lived with you a minimum of 6 months during the tax year and may not be claimed by another tax filer, (person), for the same tax year. If you are entitled to the dependent deduction, why not use it ?

You are correct in saying that not everyone will get an interview. They choose cases at random for interview. Maybe those with higher risk also. Those who do get interviews will get their greencards before those with interview waivers. With the waiver, USCIS send out letter saying they are a waiver case and to wait 6-9 months for greencard. We are picked for interview and it's next week. I'm processing all the documents for the interview now.

Good luck with filing AOS.

[Loveslin509 0]

Hello quick question. .. What does it mean when NVC status says "READY" What do I do next please help guys... any info will help

[d3adc0d3 186]

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get an answer. Filling out paperwork FINALLY!!!! I had one of my adult kids move out and another is working and no longer requires me to support him. He still lives here but basically just sleeps here. He's usually off doimg things. I claimed them on my 2013 taxes. Do I have to list them as dependents so that my tax documents match what I claimed before?

Also, I was told not everyone get an interview as well! Just curious what the percentage is.

In regards to your question, do you have to list your adult children as a dependent on your AOS paperwork? No, You do not.

USCIS understands that things change, but you very much SHOULD provide a letter explaining that the child is now a legal adult and is providing for him or herself, and thus no longer your dependent. If your income is on the border and the child will throw you under the 125% poverty guideline you may want to consider providing proof that the child is no longer your dependent at the time of the interview. Your next tax return where you do not claim them would be enough.

Edited November 7, 2014 by d3adc0d3

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