AOS Interview

[NLP 0]

We just had our interview a little earlier today in the Charlotte USCIS office.

Got there 10 minutes early and waited in the interview holding room.

Interviewer called us promptly at 10:30.

Followed around the hall to her interview office and were sworn in before being seated.

First order of business:

Asked for her both our IDs (i.e. Driver's license), her birth certificate, passport, SS card, EAD card. After looking things over, realized she travelled on AP and asked for that too. She then removed her I-94 from the passport.

Began by questioning my wife if she had ever done any of the "No" questions, which fortunately she has never done and naturally answered "No." to all of them. She then asked how we met, and I said we met in a Bioengineering course we took together. She asked me a little about my work and then dropped what I perceived to be a major hint: "On your greencard, do you want your maiden name or to take your husband's name." At that moment any stress I had disappeared.

She then asked for supporting financial documents. We provided the joint lease, bank account, investment account, and income tax return. She looked them over briefly and had no further questions.

She then asked us for photographs, which we provided. She looked through each album attentively and asked questions occasionally about what was going on. We talked about how we had a civil ceremony here first, followed by a wedding in India according to Hindu customs and that we plan to have a Roman Catholic ceremony this summer. Asked if my family went too which I replied "Yes." Also asked if that was the first time meeting her parents to which I stated "No, we also went same time last year." and directed her to that particular album of photographs. She then asked a general question about the Taj Mahal and thanked us for letting her see the pictures.

Best part:

She then looked at us and plainly stated "You are approved..... (blanked out the rest of the sentence)." Lol. Asked if we have had any questions so I softballed her the "Conditions for removal" question.

Best best part:

Right in front of us she pulled out her stamp and inkpad and gave my wife the temporary LPR stamp in her passport and told us the permanent card should be received in about two weeks. All I could think was "Wow is this really happening?" with what I imagine was a huge stupid grin on my face.

At that point she asked us one last time if we have any questions and concluded the interview with a "Thank you", smile, and a handshake and sent us on our way.

I couldn't be any more pleased with the experience. They were prompt, efficient, and courteous to us. No challenging lines of questions or stances that would make us feel concerned. I don't know why we had it so easily but I'm thrilled and very fortunate. I also thought about everyone here at VJ stuck in the FBI name check and said a quick little prayer for all of you. We had a rough, rough 2006 but our love and faith allowed us to persevere. I hope everyone here stuck pending keeps the same amount of faith. Good luck to all of you and thanks for taking the time to read this over and share in this amazing day!

[billsgirl 0]

congrats and all the best to you

[Muuuuah 0]

Congratulations

[SENKA 0]

Congratulations!

[together2love 0]

Congrats!

[Audrey&Romy 0]

Congratulations!

Hope our interview will be as easy as yours.

Audrey

[Savanphil 3]

Congrats!!!

[Ladylethal 12]

Congrats! May all of us have nice interviews like those.

[sweettweety 0]

A BIG Congratulations!!!!!

[NLP 0]

Thank you so much for the sentiments. They mean a lot to us and we're going to stick around here to see the continued success stories for the rest of us. Thanks for including our happiness in your day today.

[sweettweety 0]

Thank you so much for the sentiments. They mean a lot to us and we're going to stick around here to see the continued success stories for the rest of us. Thanks for including our happiness in your day today.

You're welcome. I have the same feelings too,VJ really do helped us in our own AOS journey,that's why even after our AOS approval,my husband & I still frequently visit this forum to be part of other VJers success & be there to give support to others who are starting & still on the waiting game (even if we should be on the other thread alreday).

More approvals to come!!!!!!

[peaches 0]

Congratulations Guys

[Jasman0717 9]

Congratulations

[kontumdiary 0]

Congratulations and thanks for this encouraging post.

Best wishes always,

kontumdiary

We just had our interview a little earlier today in the Charlotte USCIS office.

Got there 10 minutes early and waited in the interview holding room.

Interviewer called us promptly at 10:30.

Followed around the hall to her interview office and were sworn in before being seated.

First order of business:

Asked for her both our IDs (i.e. Driver's license), her birth certificate, passport, SS card, EAD card. After looking things over, realized she travelled on AP and asked for that too. She then removed her I-94 from the passport.

Began by questioning my wife if she had ever done any of the "No" questions, which fortunately she has never done and naturally answered "No." to all of them. She then asked how we met, and I said we met in a Bioengineering course we took together. She asked me a little about my work and then dropped what I perceived to be a major hint: "On your greencard, do you want your maiden name or to take your husband's name." At that moment any stress I had disappeared.

She then asked for supporting financial documents. We provided the joint lease, bank account, investment account, and income tax return. She looked them over briefly and had no further questions.

She then asked us for photographs, which we provided. She looked through each album attentively and asked questions occasionally about what was going on. We talked about how we had a civil ceremony here first, followed by a wedding in India according to Hindu customs and that we plan to have a Roman Catholic ceremony this summer. Asked if my family went too which I replied "Yes." Also asked if that was the first time meeting her parents to which I stated "No, we also went same time last year." and directed her to that particular album of photographs. She then asked a general question about the Taj Mahal and thanked us for letting her see the pictures.

Best part:

She then looked at us and plainly stated "You are approved..... (blanked out the rest of the sentence)." Lol. Asked if we have had any questions so I softballed her the "Conditions for removal" question.

Best best part:

Right in front of us she pulled out her stamp and inkpad and gave my wife the temporary LPR stamp in her passport and told us the permanent card should be received in about two weeks. All I could think was "Wow is this really happening?" with what I imagine was a huge stupid grin on my face.

At that point she asked us one last time if we have any questions and concluded the interview with a "Thank you", smile, and a handshake and sent us on our way.

I couldn't be any more pleased with the experience. They were prompt, efficient, and courteous to us. No challenging lines of questions or stances that would make us feel concerned. I don't know why we had it so easily but I'm thrilled and very fortunate. I also thought about everyone here at VJ stuck in the FBI name check and said a quick little prayer for all of you. We had a rough, rough 2006 but our love and faith allowed us to persevere. I hope everyone here stuck pending keeps the same amount of faith. Good luck to all of you and thanks for taking the time to read this over and share in this amazing day!

[noviademexicano 0]

What a wonderful interview! Congratulations to you!