Thank you, Visajourney! Here's My Interview and Oath Ceremony Experience

[ChelseaKate 3]

I PASSED MY CITIZENSHIP INTERVIEW! March 18, 2014.

Civics test:

1. What is an amendment?

2. Who did the United States fight in World War II?

3. What is the Supreme Law of the land?

4. What is the capital of your state?

5. What do we show loyalty to when we say the pledge of allegiance?

6. Who vetoes bills?

English, reading test:

-When is the Flag Day?

English, writing test:

-Flag Day is in June.

Sorry I was late updating my interview experience. My hubby and my 2 year old was with me. We arrived at USCIS building around 10:45am. My appointment was 11:15am. Parking place was not a problem because there are plenty of space to park outside the building. The security was just like the airport, we had to take off everything including coat, watch , belt, wallet, keys, etc. The security guard took my interview letter and asked for both our DL. We didn't have to take our shoes off. A lady at the window called my name and took both right and left index fingerprint, then took my photo. There were only 2 applicants in front of me. I waited for 45 min before an IO called my name. I noticed that he looked at my husband and my son. He said, good morning, Ma'am! Then he led me into his office. He asked me to raise my right hand to tell the truth, etc. I saw my 2-3 inches thick file on his desk and I curiously asked him if that is my file, and he said, yes. He asked me to check and confirm the information on a piece of paper in front of me if it is correct because he said, these information will be on my Naturalization certificate. My interview took about 15 minutes. He asked me if I'm still married, then I saw him glanced at my hand, maybe to check if I'm wearing a wedding ring? Then asked me if I have ever been arrested before, and if I have registered to vote, I told him, not yet! Lol. Then he asked me the "yes" and "no" questions on my application. He also asked, "Do you support the constitution, and are you willing to take the full Oath of allegiance to the United States?" He didn't ask for my passport, maybe because I have never travelled outside the U.S. since I arrived here. I brought with me loads of evidence including all the original copies of everything I sent with my application but he didn't ask for them. Didn't bother to get an extra 2 photos either, I'm just lazy. Lol. He didn't ask for it, too. He only asked for my GC. He gave me back my GC, I was surprised when he returned the certified copy of my marriage cert that I sent with my application. He started to ask the civics test without warning. Lol. He only asked me 6 questions, I answered all 6 correct so he stopped there. Then he told me to sign the bottom part of my application, (he was watching me while I was writing, I made a mistake writing the first letter of my last name so I said, I'm sorry I was nervous, then he said, it's ok). Then he handed me the famous N-652, Naturalization Interview Results that says I PASSED!! And he was recommending me for approval! He asked if I have any question, so I asked when is the next ceremony gonna be, he said, they will send me a notice between 4-6 weeks. Then he escorted me out of his office, I said, thank you! Then my anxious husband asked me as soon as I got out about the result, told him I passed, he's the happiest ever! The guard gave me 2 thumbs up and congratulated me and said, see you again for the ceremony! Overall, it was a pleasant and easy experience. My IO was very professional. So glad my interview is over! Now, waiting for my Oath letter!

MY OATH CEREMONY:

I am officially a U.S. Citizen yesterday, April 18, 2014! There were only 16 applicants in my ceremony. It took about 45 min from start to finish. My hubby thought it's kinda boring but, I was in tears when they played the song "God Bless America" because I am now officially an American and I'm so happy I'm finally DONE with the USCIS!!!! I can finally say, I'm proud to be an American! It feels great that my Visajourney is over! I'm so very grateful for VISAJOURNEY and for all the members who helped me tremendously in my journey! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart! Praying for everyone who are still in this process to have an easy and speedy journey towards your Citizenship. Wish you all the best and Happy Easter! God bless you all and God bless America!

[Ryan_and_Priscy 16]

Congrats and welcome! My hubby, mom in law and three dear friends came to my ceremony, which was last October 30th. I still recall that moment, we were 77 applicants becoming American. I will never forget that moment and also when we sang the Anthem and said the Pledge of Allegiance. A proud time that lasts forever!

[indiana_sweetie 120]

Congratulations! My husband is looking forward to the day when he can take his test