Naturalization experience Washington DC (Fairfax)

[SJG 30]

I had my interview today and passed! Awaiting for oath ceremony appointment. The whole experience at Fairfax, VA (USCIS-Washington DC Field office) has been amazing. My IO was extremely accommodating and nice. Half of my interview was done conversationally on the way back to the interview room the entire process was quick and took less than 20 minutes.

I arrived at the USCIS office half an hour early for my 9:30am schedule. My husband and 6month old baby, surprisingly, were allowed to get in. The guards were so nice to even help us carry the stroller and all baby paraphernalia we all had to go through the security check and were directed to the second floor, where a receptionist greeted us to collect the appointment letter and requested us to be seated.

At exactly 9:30, my name was called and was escorted by the IO to the interview room. We had a friendly chat while walking down the hallway and she asked if that was my husband and child with me and which part of Northern VA do we live. When we got inside the interview room, she then asked if there are any corrections, adjustments or changes I need to make on the N-400 form (and I do have some corrections with the dates of employment). She marked those changes and told me that she wants to give me the civics And English tests first, before we go through the n-400 form.

The test was easy. I was asked the ff:

Who is the first U.S. president?

Where is the statue of liberty located?

What is one promise you make as a US citizen?

Who is the governor of VA?

Name two US holidays.

What movement fought for racial equality?

I was asked to read an English sentence and write "The President lives in the White House." That's about it.

Then the IO asked me to stand-up, raise my right hand and pledge that i basically wouldn't lie in my application. Then we went through the n-400 form line by line. I have a binder full of supporting documents but she didn't bother look at it. She just wanted my passport both old and new; my green card; and drivers license. She made copies of my IDs, made me sign my passport photos and the n-400 form - and I was done!

She congratulated me and gave me a piece of paper that says I passed the test and was approved for naturalization. I was instructed to wait for the oath ceremony appointment and was escorted out. It was such a happy and positive experience for me. I hope this post eases other applicants' mind and hearts, and I also wish everyone the best of luck with the interview!

Edited March 31, 2015 by SJG

[S_R 148]

Congrats....

[SJG 30]

Congrats....

Thanks! ☺️

[Darnell 8,478]

Congratulations! Whatcha cooking, to celebrate?

[spookyturtle 9,465]

I had my interview today and passed! Awaiting for oath ceremony appointment. The whole experience at Fairfax, VA (USCIS-Washington DC Field office) has been amazing. My IO was extremely accommodating and nice. Half of my interview was done conversationally on the way back to the interview room the entire process was quick and took less than 20 minutes.

I arrived at the USCIS office half an hour early for my 9:30am schedule. My husband and 6month old baby, surprisingly, were allowed to get in. The guards were so nice to even help us carry the stroller and all baby paraphernalia we all had to go through the security check and were directed to the second floor, where a receptionist greeted us to collect the appointment letter and requested us to be seated.

At exactly 9:30, my name was called and was escorted by the IO to the interview room. We had a friendly chat while walking down the hallway and she asked if that was my husband and child with me and which part of Northern VA do we live. When we got inside the interview room, she then asked if there are any corrections, adjustments or changes I need to make on the N-400 form (and I do have some corrections with the dates of employment). She marked those changes and told me that she wants to give me the civics And English tests first, before we go through the n-400 form.

The test was easy. I was asked the ff:

Who is the first U.S. president?

Where is the statue of liberty located?

What is one promise you make as a US citizen?

Who is the governor of VA?

Name two US holidays.

What movement fought for racial equality?

I was asked to read an English sentence and write "The President lives in the White House." That's about it.

Then the IO asked me to stand-up, raise my right hand and pledge that i basically wouldn't lie in my application. Then we went through the n-400 form line by line. I have a binder full of supporting documents but she didn't bother look at it. She just wanted my passport both old and new; my green card; and drivers license. She made copies of my IDs, made me sign my passport photos and the n-400 form - and I was done!

She congratulated me and gave me a piece of paper that says I passed the test and was approved for naturalization. I was instructed to wait for the oath ceremony appointment and was escorted out. It was such a happy and positive experience for me. I hope this post eases other applicants' mind and hearts, and I also wish everyone the best of luck with the interview!

That sounds almost identical to my wife's interview in Boston. Congrats to you.

[jayjayj 571]

Congratulations!

[Udella&Wiz 325]

Sounds identical to mine and my daughter's in Fairfax as well - congrats

[JoRu16 7]

Congratulations! ?and thanks for sharing your experience.

Edited March 31, 2015 by JoRu16

[DC85 113]

Congrats ! And thanks for sharing.

[Joe and Ann 6]

Congratulations! We also had a positive experience at the office in Fairfax and my wife will be taking the oath on Thursday morning.

Cheers!

Joe

[SJG 30]

Congratulations! Whatcha cooking, to celebrate?

We had PIZZA!

Thanks everyone and thank you visa journey, you've been a great source of info and advice. Met lots of cool people here.

Congratulations! We also had a positive experience at the office in Fairfax and my wife will be taking the oath on Thursday morning.

Cheers!

Joe

Congratulations!! Wow, your wife got scheduled quick!