K1 AOS Middle name REMOVAL?

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28 minutes ago, jereza said:

When I sent my application for aos last month, I used the same way as what we do in the Phils, that is, first name, middle name (maiden name), last name of husband. When I did my biometrics yesterday in Tennessee, they told me I couldn't use my maiden name as my middle name. Instead, I should retain my old middle name (mother's maiden name) coz that's how it is in the US. They said I could change it to whatever I want to whenever I become a USC.  I'm so confused right now coz I already have my SSN and it uses my maiden name as my middle name. And I have to renew my PH passport next yr. Anyone who's having the same dilemna? Thanks guys

I'm confused, too.  What part of Tennessee are you in?  We are in Nashville, and had no problems.  As long as the first name doesn't change, you should be able to change the middle name as normal.  We had no issues following that method, including updating her passport several months ago.

 

On a side note, as far as "that's how do things in the US:" that line is total nonsense, and someone up the USCIS chain of command really needs to start calling these people out.  Basically, they're saying, "That's how my family does things."  I know PLENTY of non-Fiilipino, non-Latino Americans who changed their middle name to their maiden name upon marriage.  It's really not that uncommon.  I don't know if there is the option to appeal that decision at all.  If there is, I would ask around before you do.  I think odds are pretty good there are some Americans in your circle of friends or acquaintances you can cite as evidence.  Regardless, if that's how you submitted it on your paperwork, that should be what they use.  If there is any doubt, I would call USCIS to follow up.  I'll bet they can straighten it out.

 

 

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20 minutes ago, dahlia0811 said:

I had my Greencard on Dec.2015 with my First Name, Maiden Name and Husband Last Name.  Until now I did not change my name in my SSN card yet which I'm not sure what will happen.

 

I guess it depends which State you are in.  It is really a big issue for us Filipinos.  I reported my married to the Philippine Embassy in San Francsico with my First Name, Last Name, and Husband Name so there's already discrepancy there.  And I still have my passport in my Single Name and Last  Name which will expires on August 2018.  While my Citizenship need to be filed on October 2018.  So there's a lot of confusion on my side too.  So i just decided to dismiss the idea of changing my name at the moment until I get my Citizenship card and I was told you can change your name for FREE and however you want it.

 

I'm just hoping, we could here from our fellow Filipinas who had the same experience.

 

Sorry I am not a big help right now.

Cheers,

 

 

 

For what it's worth, the SS card is the one area where we did run into some problems, but only because we applied for it before the AOS went through.  The first card we were issued was in the form of "First1 First2 MiddleInitial Maiden Last."  Convoluted and, well, wrong.  Also, the first card had restrictions because she was not yet eligible to work. Once we received the green card, we were able to get it corrected and restrictions removed.  However, it took six months for the change to go through and for the new card to be issued.  I suspect this has to do with the unusual name on the first SS card, which did not exist in any other documentation.  Because yours is a more "normal" name change due to marriage, I would hope that it would be quicker.  I'm glad it sounds like the Green Card came out correctly.  Since your Green Card has the correct name format, along with the marriage certificate, you should have what you need for SS.  For the RoM, I think you are in good shape.  They request maiden name and husband's name, then use that information to register your married name in the correct format with Manila.  In which case, if you decide to renew your passport, just make sure you thoroughly read the requirements for your consulate.  We had no problems, but there were other couples at Consular Services at the same time who did not have the required paperwork, and they were not happy!

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On 3/31/2017 at 3:44 PM, SelfTitled said:

We ended up going with the normal Philippines naming convention.  We had no problems.

Hi, good for you. I'm so confused about it I even called uscis and talked to an immigration officer and he told me the same thing. It's so frustrating. Right now I'm still waiting for my EAD card it's been more than a month since I did my biometrics and I haven't heard anything from them yet. 

[Emmz 154]

hi guys just want to ask what really name gonna put in the middle name coz im filipina and i did put in my marriage license my real middle name 

wen im single and not my last name wen im single 

[POA 178]

9 hours ago, Emmz said:

hi guys just want to ask what really name gonna put in the middle name coz im filipina and i did put in my marriage license my real middle name 

wen im single and not my last name wen im single 

If you get married here, you will have to use the American way, means, you keep your middle name(mother's maiden name) when you were not married and drop your last name(father's last name). In my case, I was able to follow the PH way since we got married in the Philippines.

[Emmz 154]

45 minutes ago, POA said:

If you get married here, you will have to use the American way, means, you keep your middle name(mother's maiden name) when you were not married and drop your last name(father's last name). In my case, I was able to follow the PH way since we got married in the Philippines.

thanks sis coz i wrote already in my marriage cert my middle name of mothers name and my husband name as my last name and drop my fathers name surname   thank to u you enlightened my mind

[The Conqueror 47]

Hi Emmz,

I had my AOS interview in Seattle, WA and the Consular Officer insisted to use my Maiden Middle Name.  But some of my Filipina friends was able to use their Maiden Fathers Last Name without a problem.  I understand that we are in America and need to follow American way.  Again it depends on the Consular officer that interviews you.  

 

So here's my experience.

• I received my Greencard with my Name, Maiden Middle Name and Husband Last Name.  My thought is I will just correct it to Philippine way when I get my Citizenship which you are allowed to change with no charge.
• After you get married and get your Marriage Cert or Contract.  Don't forget to report your Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco.  Google where you need to report.  Since I'm in Seattle I have to report my marriage to Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco.  Also upon receipt of the ROM = Report of Marriage there's a note there that you need to get NSO authenticated copy.  
• PM me if you have more questions.

Cheers,

Dahlia

[The Conqueror 47]

6 minutes ago, Emmz said:

thanks sis coz i wrote already in my marriage cert my middle name of mothers name and my husband name as my last name and drop my fathers name surname   thank to u you enlightened my mind

Hi Emmz,

Please use your Fathers name or surname in your Marriage cert as your Middle name.  There should not be a problem, otherwise you will have problem using your marriage cert in the Philippines.

 

PM me need to explain you further.

Edited September 15, 2017 by dahlia0811

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3 minutes ago, Emmz said:

thanks sis coz i wrote already in my marriage cert my middle name of mothers name and my husband name as my last name and drop my fathers name surname   thank to u you enlightened my mind

Anytime!

[Emmz 154]

7 minutes ago, dahlia0811 said:

Hi Emmz,

Please use your Fathers name or surname in your Marriage cert as your Middle name.  There should not be a problem, otherwise you will have problem using your marriage cert in the Philippines.

 

PM me need to explain you further.

sis it was already written in my marriage cert the maiden name of my mother wen im single in my middle name and last name of my husband

[Emmz 154]

On 9/15/2017 at 9:15 AM, dahlia0811 said:

Hi Emmz,

Please use your Fathers name or surname in your Marriage cert as your Middle name.  There should not be a problem, otherwise you will have problem using your marriage cert in the Philippines.

 

PM me need to explain you further.

sis can u send me again ur number tnx