In-Person Interpreter for AOS Interview

[Bjh 39]

Hey everyone,

My wife and I were finally scheduled for our interview on Monday, March 15th!

The instructions on the NOA state that a phone interpreter will be necessary for her. However, I feel an in-person interpreter is better because of potential connectivity issues and ability to hear the interpreter better in-person.

Are in-person interpreters not allowed in with us for the interview?

Thanks!

[JFH 12,190]

No, due to COVID restrictions, USCIS is only allowing interpreters to work via phone. This is to reduce the number of people inside the buildings and to limit the number of people the officers are in contact with each day. 

[Crazy Cat 41,836]

"The instructions on the NOA state that a phone interpreter will be necessary for her."

 

Pandemic precautions.  The instructions said it must be by phone.

Edited February 19, 2021 by Lucky Cat

[payxibka 10,045]

1 hour ago, Bjh said:

Hey everyone,

My wife and I were finally scheduled for our interview on Monday, March 15th!

The instructions on the NOA state that a phone interpreter will be necessary for her. However, I feel an in-person interpreter is better because of potential connectivity issues and ability to hear the interpreter better in-person.

Are in-person interpreters not allowed in with us for the interview?

Thanks!

The instructions provide your current option.

[Letspaintcookies 2,310]

Had my interview last week and there was one couple that had an interpreter with them. Was quite funny since there was a misunderstanding and they've been told that only two people can go to the interview so the interpreter and applicant left the USC spouse waiting outside the building. Took some time to find her and then all three did the interview. 

But yea the instructions are clear in the notice. No in person interpreter only over the phone.