AOS Interview Details!

[Mari_S 1]

Hi Everyone,

I'm here to share the good news! Our AOS has been approved and the best part is that we'll be USCIS free for at least 21 months! Woohoo!

Anyways, had our interview at the LA Office. My appointment was scheduled for 9:45 AM but arrived there at around 9:50 AM. Well, the reason was we took the wrong exit at the 10 freeway - merged out of the 101 and exited somewhere near Echo Lake park. Took the sidestreet (Glendale Blvd then Temple) from thereon and at last arrived at the USCIS building.

Tip # 1 - Leave early! We had a 1 hour headstart but was still late. The 10 freeway is usually packed at that time so take the carpool lane if possible. Also take 10 freeway thru and thru and exit at Los Angeles St.

Tip # 2 - Bring a map with directions to the building. A GPS would be the best way to go though - this is in case you get lost. We had a GPS alright but somehow the car plug did not work. I brought a map with me but it only had the directions from our home to the USCIS building. Good thing I brought my laptop (I have a Verizon Wireless Card) and googled the directions from where we got lost to the USCIS building.

Once we got to the building we realized that there was no parking.

Tip # 3 - Parking is located at a parking structure at the back of the USCIS building. What we did was go around the building and you'll see a gray parking structure there. You can park there and walk to the building. Fee is 5 bucks and 3 bucks (i think) after 2 PM.

Tip # 4 - Leave all electronic devices at your car.

Entrance to the building is at the front (adjacent to Los Angeles Mall). Fall in line on the blue line, show your appointment letter and as usual, there will be frisking and bag x-rays and well, you know the routine (read: Tip # 4). The lady guard there was kind of b@!#@!$ but that didn't dampen our spirits hehehe! Elevators are found on the left and right side of the building. There is also a cafeteria in front in case you need to grab a quick bite.

Once your are up the 8th floor, go to Window 1 and leave your appointment letter there. Then take a seat, relax and wait for your name to be called. We waited for about 30 minutes before our name was called. No food and drinks allowed but I saw some drinking soda and eating something. My wife and I chose to chew gum instead...

We were called in by a lady consul (she was Korean) and she brought us to her office inside. She introduced herself and asked us to remain standing to take our oath. It was smooth sailing after that - the consul was nice and had already reviewed our file even before the interview. She asked us for our drivers license, my wife's passport, my wife's naturalization certificate and my passport. She also asked for any evidence that will prove our relationship. In our case we gave her a bunch of pictures we have from way back when until the present day. We also gave her a copy of our bank account statement. She asked for our car insurance but we were not able to provide it because it didn't have our names on it (it had my in laws names on it) and just explained this calmly to her. She also asked for our paystubs and employment certificates (we're both working already). She also asked for my I-94 and EAD card. She xeroxed everything (except for the copies) and gave everything back to us.

As far as I can remember, these are the questions that she asked: Where do I live, when is my birthday, questions about our relationship - where we met, how many years did we go steady, when did we start to date, how many years have we been married...she also asked what were our majors during college, what were our professions, where we work and lastly the infamous string of "are you a communist?" kind of questions...

The most memorable part of the interview was when the consul asked my wife to give a good reason why she should grant me a green card...and she answered "because I want to spend the rest of my life with him and...I love him..." (awww, tart, I love you too... ). I think that was the clincher!

After that, she gave me 2 papers - one telling me that my I will receive my green card in 90 days in the mail and the other reminding me when to file my removal of conditional status.

As for the documents I brought, just make sure you have everything that was listed on the appointment letter. Do not forget to make copies.

Well, for those who haven't had their interview - Good luck! J.A.P.A.N. - Just Always Pray At Night. Hehehehe!

[vanee 13]

Congratulations. And thanks for sharing the details with us.

[chris39 0]

Congrats!!!!!

[ThaiStyleUSA 1]

Congrats and thanks for sharing. Best wishes.

[envy_me 18]

congrats!

[ThaiStyleUSA 1]

Congrats and thanks for sharing. Best wishes.

[KC♥MP 0]

Congratulations!!! :dance:

[Alexandra_v 0]

congratulations !!!!!

[stuck_in_manila 0]

congrats....

kaaliw naman ng story nyo:)

that should teach me to leave the house early! he he he

[TrustnHope 0]

Hi Everyone,

I'm here to share the good news! Our AOS has been approved and the best part is that we'll be USCIS free for at least 21 months! Woohoo!

Anyways, had our interview at the LA Office. My appointment was scheduled for 9:45 AM but arrived there at around 9:50 AM. Well, the reason was we took the wrong exit at the 10 freeway - merged out of the 101 and exited somewhere near Echo Lake park. Took the sidestreet (Glendale Blvd then Temple) from thereon and at last arrived at the USCIS building.

Tip # 1 - Leave early! We had a 1 hour headstart but was still late. The 10 freeway is usually packed at that time so take the carpool lane if possible. Also take 10 freeway thru and thru and exit at Los Angeles St.

Tip # 2 - Bring a map with directions to the building. A GPS would be the best way to go though - this is in case you get lost. We had a GPS alright but somehow the car plug did not work. I brought a map with me but it only had the directions from our home to the USCIS building. Good thing I brought my laptop (I have a Verizon Wireless Card) and googled the directions from where we got lost to the USCIS building.

Once we got to the building we realized that there was no parking.

Tip # 3 - Parking is located at a parking structure at the back of the USCIS building. What we did was go around the building and you'll see a gray parking structure there. You can park there and walk to the building. Fee is 5 bucks and 3 bucks (i think) after 2 PM.

Tip # 4 - Leave all electronic devices at your car.

Entrance to the building is at the front (adjacent to Los Angeles Mall). Fall in line on the blue line, show your appointment letter and as usual, there will be frisking and bag x-rays and well, you know the routine (read: Tip # 4). The lady guard there was kind of b@!#@!$ but that didn't dampen our spirits hehehe! Elevators are found on the left and right side of the building. There is also a cafeteria in front in case you need to grab a quick bite.

Once your are up the 8th floor, go to Window 1 and leave your appointment letter there. Then take a seat, relax and wait for your name to be called. We waited for about 30 minutes before our name was called. No food and drinks allowed but I saw some drinking soda and eating something. My wife and I chose to chew gum instead...

We were called in by a lady consul (she was Korean) and she brought us to her office inside. She introduced herself and asked us to remain standing to take our oath. It was smooth sailing after that - the consul was nice and had already reviewed our file even before the interview. She asked us for our drivers license, my wife's passport, my wife's naturalization certificate and my passport. She also asked for any evidence that will prove our relationship. In our case we gave her a bunch of pictures we have from way back when until the present day. We also gave her a copy of our bank account statement. She asked for our car insurance but we were not able to provide it because it didn't have our names on it (it had my in laws names on it) and just explained this calmly to her. She also asked for our paystubs and employment certificates (we're both working already). She also asked for my I-94 and EAD card. She xeroxed everything (except for the copies) and gave everything back to us.

As far as I can remember, these are the questions that she asked: Where do I live, when is my birthday, questions about our relationship - where we met, how many years did we go steady, when did we start to date, how many years have we been married...she also asked what were our majors during college, what were our professions, where we work and lastly the infamous string of "are you a communist?" kind of questions...

The most memorable part of the interview was when the consul asked my wife to give a good reason why she should grant me a green card...and she answered "because I want to spend the rest of my life with him and...I love him..." (awww, tart, I love you too... ). I think that was the clincher!

After that, she gave me 2 papers - one telling me that my I will receive my green card in 90 days in the mail and the other reminding me when to file my removal of conditional status.

As for the documents I brought, just make sure you have everything that was listed on the appointment letter. Do not forget to make copies.

Well, for those who haven't had their interview - Good luck! J.A.P.A.N. - Just Always Pray At Night. Hehehehe!

Hi MariEnMichelle,

I have a question regarding your interview. You mentioned that the lady asked for your and your spouse paystubs. Were you asked to bring them when you got your interview letter? As far as I know, they usually only ask for the USC spouse to bring W2's and paystub, but not the non-immigrant spouse's paystub. And...what is employment certificate?

[^KK^ 3]

congrats!

[Zee Bee 61]

Congratulations!!!

[SonoranSongbird 3]

Congratulations!

[Mari_S 1]

Hi Everyone,

I'm here to share the good news! Our AOS has been approved and the best part is that we'll be USCIS free for at least 21 months! Woohoo!

Anyways, had our interview at the LA Office. My appointment was scheduled for 9:45 AM but arrived there at around 9:50 AM. Well, the reason was we took the wrong exit at the 10 freeway - merged out of the 101 and exited somewhere near Echo Lake park. Took the sidestreet (Glendale Blvd then Temple) from thereon and at last arrived at the USCIS building.

Tip # 1 - Leave early! We had a 1 hour headstart but was still late. The 10 freeway is usually packed at that time so take the carpool lane if possible. Also take 10 freeway thru and thru and exit at Los Angeles St.

Tip # 2 - Bring a map with directions to the building. A GPS would be the best way to go though - this is in case you get lost. We had a GPS alright but somehow the car plug did not work. I brought a map with me but it only had the directions from our home to the USCIS building. Good thing I brought my laptop (I have a Verizon Wireless Card) and googled the directions from where we got lost to the USCIS building.

Once we got to the building we realized that there was no parking.

Tip # 3 - Parking is located at a parking structure at the back of the USCIS building. What we did was go around the building and you'll see a gray parking structure there. You can park there and walk to the building. Fee is 5 bucks and 3 bucks (i think) after 2 PM.

Tip # 4 - Leave all electronic devices at your car.

Entrance to the building is at the front (adjacent to Los Angeles Mall). Fall in line on the blue line, show your appointment letter and as usual, there will be frisking and bag x-rays and well, you know the routine (read: Tip # 4). The lady guard there was kind of b@!#@!$ but that didn't dampen our spirits hehehe! Elevators are found on the left and right side of the building. There is also a cafeteria in front in case you need to grab a quick bite.

Once your are up the 8th floor, go to Window 1 and leave your appointment letter there. Then take a seat, relax and wait for your name to be called. We waited for about 30 minutes before our name was called. No food and drinks allowed but I saw some drinking soda and eating something. My wife and I chose to chew gum instead...

We were called in by a lady consul (she was Korean) and she brought us to her office inside. She introduced herself and asked us to remain standing to take our oath. It was smooth sailing after that - the consul was nice and had already reviewed our file even before the interview. She asked us for our drivers license, my wife's passport, my wife's naturalization certificate and my passport. She also asked for any evidence that will prove our relationship. In our case we gave her a bunch of pictures we have from way back when until the present day. We also gave her a copy of our bank account statement. She asked for our car insurance but we were not able to provide it because it didn't have our names on it (it had my in laws names on it) and just explained this calmly to her. She also asked for our paystubs and employment certificates (we're both working already). She also asked for my I-94 and EAD card. She xeroxed everything (except for the copies) and gave everything back to us.

As far as I can remember, these are the questions that she asked: Where do I live, when is my birthday, questions about our relationship - where we met, how many years did we go steady, when did we start to date, how many years have we been married...she also asked what were our majors during college, what were our professions, where we work and lastly the infamous string of "are you a communist?" kind of questions...

The most memorable part of the interview was when the consul asked my wife to give a good reason why she should grant me a green card...and she answered "because I want to spend the rest of my life with him and...I love him..." (awww, tart, I love you too... ). I think that was the clincher!

After that, she gave me 2 papers - one telling me that my I will receive my green card in 90 days in the mail and the other reminding me when to file my removal of conditional status.

As for the documents I brought, just make sure you have everything that was listed on the appointment letter. Do not forget to make copies.

Well, for those who haven't had their interview - Good luck! J.A.P.A.N. - Just Always Pray At Night. Hehehehe!

Hi MariEnMichelle,

I have a question regarding your interview. You mentioned that the lady asked for your and your spouse paystubs. Were you asked to bring them when you got your interview letter? As far as I know, they usually only ask for the USC spouse to bring W2's and paystub, but not the non-immigrant spouse's paystub. And...what is employment certificate?

Well, no but bring yours too if you are working. This is evidence that releases your spouse from the financial responsibility stated on the waiver on your Affidavit of Support. The certificate of employment is proof that you are working for a certain company. Ask your HR rep and they'll know what to give you. Hope this helps!

congrats....

kaaliw naman ng story nyo:)

that should teach me to leave the house early! he he he

hehehe! thanks!

To Everyone!

Thank you so much!

[beng_and_carl 0]

congrats ulet sis! thanks a lot for this post. this is certainly a big help for us! wooohhhhhoooo!!!