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Crimson Knight   2

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My wife entered the USA on K1 Visa, and we were married within 90 days.  

We're ready to file for AOS, EAD and Advance Parole.

She wishes to follow the Filipino tradition of taking her husband's surname, dropping her middle name, and using her maiden surname as her new middle name. So if my last name were Smith, Rosalin Sanchez Reyes becomes Rosalin Reyes Smith. 

 

It appears that she can legally begin to use my last name as her new last name due to proof of marriage, (marriage certificate).  And she should complete all forms (I-485, I-765, I-131, G-325A) using my last name as her last name.

 

But is it possible to drop her middle name while single, and assume her former last name as a middle name?  

And how does one proceed?  

Does she just fill out the AOS and above referenced forms with the new middle and last names? 

06/08/2016: I-129F package US Express mailed

06/09/2016: I-129F package received

06/18/2016: NOA 1

08/12/2016: NOA 2

08/31/2016: NVC received package

09/06/2016: NVC package to Consulate

12/05/2016: Embassy Interview & Visa Approval 

12/13/2016: K-1 Visa Received

02/07/2017: US Entry 

03/31/2017: Married

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Pandova   17

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It seems to me that there are mixed opinions in Visa Journey about this..

I am in a similar situation and I decided to file AOS with how I want my new name to be, meaning I kept my first name, added a new middle name (my original last name) and my husband's last name as my new last name. So far I have only received the NOA1, so I do not know if this would be a problem, but hopefully it will work out!

ROC

04/27/19 - Application sent (I-751)

04/29/19 - Application arrived at USCIS (TX P.O. Box)

05/06/19 - Received NOA1 and extension letter in the mail (dated as received on 04/30 and emitted on 05/03)

07/12/19 - Changed Address with USCIS (IN to CA)

10/16/19 - Biometrics Appointment

03/09/20 - Case Transferred to NBC

03/25/20 - Case ready to be scheduled for interview

03/15/21 - Infopass Appointmet to get I-551 stamp

07/16/21 - Combo interview (N400 + I751) 

 

NATURALIZATION

09/29/20 - Filed application online (N-400)

10/05/20 - Received physical copy of NOA1

07/16/21 - Combo interview (N-400 + I-751)

 

Mountain Climber Proficient

Mountain Climber   186

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10 minutes ago, Pandova said:

It seems to me that there are mixed opinions in Visa Journey about this..

I am in a similar situation and I decided to file AOS with how I want my new name to be, meaning I kept my first name, added a new middle name (my original last name) and my husband's last name as my new last name. So far I have only received the NOA1, so I do not know if this would be a problem, but hopefully it will work out!

Wife did the same thing when she applied for AOS.  Her green card came with her new name. 

Crimson Knight Rookie

Crimson Knight   2

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12 minutes ago, Mountain Climber said:

Wife did the same thing when she applied for AOS.  Her green card came with her new name. 

So to be clear, your wife took her former last name as a middle name, and dropped her middle name from birth?

 

Can I hear from other recent Filipino middle name changers.  How did you do it?  By just making your changes on all the AOS related documents? 

06/08/2016: I-129F package US Express mailed

06/09/2016: I-129F package received

06/18/2016: NOA 1

08/12/2016: NOA 2

08/31/2016: NVC received package

09/06/2016: NVC package to Consulate

12/05/2016: Embassy Interview & Visa Approval 

12/13/2016: K-1 Visa Received

02/07/2017: US Entry 

03/31/2017: Married

Lemonslice Experienced

Lemonslice   4,886

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The rules on name change after marriage are different for each state.  In my state, you can pick any last name (not just your spouse's), however you cannot change your middle name just by getting married (you would need a legal name change to modify your middle name).  Look up the rules for the state you live in.   

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LDHigs   0

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1 hour ago, Transborderwife said:

I believe that would require a legal name change not just a marriage certificate.  However I may be incorrect 

I was able to have my name changed three months after the wedding.. waited for the PSA issued marriage certificate before legally changed my name...

Lemonslice Experienced

Lemonslice   4,886

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10 minutes ago, LarryDonna said:

I was able to have my name changed three months after the wedding.. waited for the PSA issued marriage certificate before legally changed my name...

Your profile indicate IR1/CR1; did you get married in the Philippines?  Then, that country rules would apply...   

Mountain Climber Proficient

Mountain Climber   186

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1 hour ago, Crimson Knight said:

So to be clear, your wife took her former last name as a middle name, and dropped her middle name from birth?

 

Can I hear from other recent Filipino middle name changers.  How did you do it?  By just making your changes on all the AOS related documents? 

Correct. 

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Stevephoto   230

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Joan changed her name via her marriage certificate. Easy peasey (Hawaii).

Mahalo/Salamat!

Steve and Joan
Met on Facebook 2/24/12
Met in person 6/5/12
Second visit 10/2/12
Engaged 10/3/12
NOA10/15/12
Third visit 12/10/12
Joan got her passport! 2/20/13
NOA2 4/24/13
Fourth visit 5/28/13
CFO 5/30/13
Embassy Interview APPROVED 6/6/13

Joan passed through immigration in Hawaii! She's home! 6/13/13

MARRIED 8/24/13

AOS, EAD and AP petitions sent to Chicago via Express Mail

EAD/AP Received 11/13/13

AOS Interview APPROVED 11/26/13

2-year Green Card in hand 12/5/13

ROC (I-751) sent to CSC via USPS Express Mail 8/31/15

ROC check cashed 9/4/15

ROC Biometrics 10/1/15

ROC Approval 4/6/16 (waiting for actual card)

Permanent Green Card Arrived 4/14/16
Naturalization Interview 2/22/17 APPROVED!

Oath Ceremony 3/21/17--Joan is a US Citizen!

Dual Citizenship 7/7/22 Joan is now a Dual US/Filipino Citizen!

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NDB052714   122

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15 hours ago, Pandova said:

It seems to me that there are mixed opinions in Visa Journey about this..

I am in a similar situation and I decided to file AOS with how I want my new name to be, meaning I kept my first name, added a new middle name (my original last name) and my husband's last name as my new last name. So far I have only received the NOA1, so I do not know if this would be a problem, but hopefully it will work out!

we did the same thing...and got a new social security card with Noom's new name right after we were married. So far we haven't encountered any problems or issues. 

N-400 Timeline

  • 2020.03.08 -- Naturalization filing window opened
  • 2020.03.09 -- N-400 filed and feed paid online
  • 2020.03.14 -- Email/Text notifications received that biometrics appt scheduled
  • 2020.03.14 -- NOA of case receipt received via USPS
  • 2020.03.20 -- Biometrics appointment notification received via USPS
  • 2020.03.30 -- Received email notification that biometrics appt scheduled for April 2 canceled due to Covid19
  • 2020.04.02 -- Biometrics scheduled for 1:00 PM canceled due to Covid-19
  • 2020.08.07 -- Myuscis update: biometrics being reused
  • 2020.08.14 -- NOA of biometrics reuse received via USPS
  • 2020.09.30 -- E-notifications received that interview has been scheduled
  • 2020.11.05 -- N-400 interview scheduled for 12:45 PM
  • 2020.11.05 -- Citizenship approved and oath administered! 

 

ROC Timeline

  • 2019.03.08 -- ROC 90-Day Filing Window Opened
  • 2019.03.08 -- Mailed 1-751 and G-1145 to Phoenix (via UPS)
  • 2019.03.12 -- 1-751 and G-1145 delivered to Phoenix (via UPS)
  • 2019.03.12 -- 1-751 official submission date
  • 2019.03.15 -- I-797 (NOA 1)  LIN=Nebraska Service Center
  • 2019.03.18 -- Text message notification received: file receipt confirmation || Check for application + biometrics fees processed
  • 2019.03.18 -- NOA1 received via USPS (18-month Green Card extension)
  • 2019.09.06 -- I-797C NOA Biometrics Appointment notice date
  • 2019.09.13 -- I-797C NOA Biometrics Appointment notice receive (via USPS)
  • 2019.09.20 -- Biometrics (walk in) … originally scheduled for 2019.09.26 @ 9:00 AM 
  • 2020.03.10 -- E-notification that interview appointment scheduled
  • 2020.03.16 -- Interview appt notification receive via USPS
  • 2020.04.14 -- Interview scheduled for 7:30 AM canceled due to Covid-19
  • 2020.05.22 -- App status updated "New Card Is Being Produced"  and will be mailed
  • 2020.05.22 -- App status updated "Case Approved"
  • 2020.05.26 -- I-797 NOA received via USPS Approval Notice
  • 2020.05.27 -- App status updated to "Card Was Mailed to Me"
  • 2020.05.28 -- App status updated to "Card Was Picked Up By The United States Postal Service"; USPS tracking app shows expected delivery date of June 1, 2020
  • 2020.05.29 -- Permanent Green Card received via USPS Priority Mail


AOS Timeline

  • 2016.12.30 -- AOS, EAD, and AP applications delivered to Chicago PO
  • 2017.01.21 -- NOA1's received via USPS for I-485 (AOS),  I-131 (AP), and I-765 (EAD)
  • 2017.02.24 -- Biometrics Appointment
  • 2017.04.20 -- AOS & EAD approved; NOA2's received via USPS on 2017.04.23
  • 2017.04.29 -- EAD & AP combo card received
  • 2017.06.06 -- AOS approved!
  • 2017.06.10 -- 2-YR Green Card received

 

K-1 Visa Timeline

  • 2016.04.18 -- I-129F Received by USCIS
  • 2016.04.20 -- I-129F NOA1
  • 2016.06.29 -- NOA 2 
  • 2016.08.15 -- Bangkok Embassy received our case from NVC
  • 2016.08.23 -- Packet 3 sent to Embassy in Bangkok
  • 2016.08.26 -- Packet 4 email received from Embassy
  • 2016.09.05 -- Medical exam @ 10:30 AM @ BNH
  • 2016.09.07 -- Interview @ 7:30 AM...Visa approved
  • 2016.09.09 -- Visa Received
  • 2016.10.02 -- Entered USA (POE LAX)
  • 2016.11.18...Our Wedding Day 
Apfel Explorer

Apfel   46

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I did the same thing, it has to be on your marriage license and certificate though. It hasn't been a problem, just include a copy of the marriage certificate with each USCIS form!

03-16-2017 Sent I-130, I-145, I-131, and I-765 renewal to Chicago Lockbox

03-20-2017 Priority Date according to I-797C

03-28-2017 NOA1 Text and Email notifications received

04-03-2017 NOA1 documents received in the mail 

04-05-2017 RFIE notification

04-07-2017 Biometrics letter arrived

04-10-2017 RFIE letter received for birth certificate (that we already sent)

04-11-2017 InfoPass and mailed RFIE response

04-19-2017 RFIE response received by USCIS

04-21-2017 Biometrics appointment

06-08-2017 EAD/AP approved (day 80)

10-03-2017 Sent online case status inquiry for I-485

11-06-2017 InfoPass appointment about case status 

12-05-2017 Requested case update from Congressperson's office

01-22-2018 Interview!! Approved on the spot

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Mama&Bbaby   1

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On 4/15/2017 at 8:22 PM, Crimson Knight said:

So to be clear, your wife took her former last name as a middle name, and dropped her middle name from birth?

 

Can I hear from other recent Filipino middle name changers.  How did you do it?  By just making your changes on all the AOS related documents? 

Hi, I just wanna share about my experienced about that middle name. When me and my husband got married we went right away to social security office to change my name to married name for my Social Security Card however I was shocked for the very first time when SSI told me I can't  just put my maiden name as my Middle name once I get married and have my husband's last name, so middle name stays the same. In other words I never changed my middle name although that's our tradition in the Philippines. I still keep my middle name then my husbands last name as my New last name. I just basically followed what they're rule is here in US unless you legally change your name. But you have an option to put a hyphen on your last name before you get married then your husbands last name. By the way mine I drop my Old last night, keep my middle name then married name. But right now I got a paper from USCIS they also put my maiden name before my married name it makes me confused. All my credit cards and bank card is same as my social security card, school papers/certificates except for my driving permit coz they follow my USCIS papers. 

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