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Hello everyone! We had our interview last week, May 26, Wednesday, and was approved for a green card on the spot. It took us more than 11 months.
 
 
A little background: I went to the states on February 21, 2020 on a B2 visa from the Philippines to visit my then boyfriend, now husband. He proposed a week before my trip was set to end (my flight back to the PI was on the 16th of March), but by then covid was making its way to the US and many countries were beginning to close their borders. We decided to get married and file for an AOS instead. We married on March 25, 2020.
 
So, eleven months later we arrive in downtown SD at 11:30AM. Our interview was for 12:30PM. We walked on over to the USCIS building along Front St. and was in line at 12:10PM. Went through a TSA-like security then proceeded to the fourth floor where we waited for more or less 30 minutes before getting called in to be interviewed. We were led to our IO's office and my husband (petitioner) and I were asked to take an oath. She asked for our IDs, interview letter, and my I-693.
 
There was a tablet propped up to the side of her desk and we were told that she would be asking the questions from the other room. Her first set of questions were addressed to my husband. She asked for his name, his birthday, my name, my birthday,  whether he was born here in San Diego (born and raised), our wedding anniversary date, our home address, who we live with (we live with his mom), his occupation, where he works, whether or not I have a job atm (still unemployed). She then proceeded to asking me whether I've ever had any other name--I initially answered never, but she asked me about my maiden name. I corrected myself and dictated my maiden name. Next, she asked where I was from, how many times I've been to the states (three times on a B2 visa) and how long each visit was, whether I've been married before, have children, and the rest of the I-485 questions regarding military training, being jailed, ever been a member of groups etc and whathaveyous. After my set of questions were done, she told us that the next set were for either of us to answer. We were asked when we first met and how, when we decided to be in a relationship with each other, when it became serious, whether a proposal happened or if marriage was just something we simply talked about and decided to do. She came back in and asked for our tax returns, our joint bank account and health insurance, then left the room. When she returned, she congratulated us and told us that she's approving our case and that I will be receiving my green card in the mail within a week! She had us sign some papers and that was it!
 
We're so happy to finally be done with the process and we hope that everyone here receives the same positive outcome as us. Thank you for everyone's advice and support on here. We couldn't have done it without this forum.
 
See you all in two years for ROC!

Hello everyone! We had our interview last week, May 26, Wednesday, and was approved for a green card on the spot. It took us more than 11 months.
 
 
A little background: I went to the states on February 21, 2020 on a B2 visa from the Philippines to visit my then boyfriend, now husband. He proposed a week before my trip was set to end (my flight back to the PI was on the 16th of March), but by then covid was making its way to the US and many countries were beginning to close their borders. We decided to get married and file for an AOS instead. We married on March 25, 2020.
 
So, eleven months later we arrive in downtown SD at 11:30AM. Our interview was for 12:30PM. We walked on over to the USCIS building along Front St. and was in line at 12:10PM. Went through a TSA-like security then proceeded to the fourth floor where we waited for more or less 30 minutes before getting called in to be interviewed. We were led to our IO's office and my husband (petitioner) and I were asked to take an oath. She asked for our IDs, interview letter, and my I-693.
 
There was a tablet propped up to the side of her desk and we were told that she would be asking the questions from the other room. Her first set of questions were addressed to my husband. She asked for his name, his birthday, my name, my birthday,  whether he was born here in San Diego (born and raised), our wedding anniversary date, our home address, who we live with (we live with his mom), his occupation, where he works, whether or not I have a job atm (still unemployed). She then proceeded to asking me whether I've ever had any other name--I initially answered never, but she asked me about my maiden name. I corrected myself and dictated my maiden name. Next, she asked where I was from, how many times I've been to the states (three times on a B2 visa) and how long each visit was, whether I've been married before, have children, and the rest of the I-485 questions regarding military training, being jailed, ever been a member of groups etc and whathaveyous. After my set of questions were done, she told us that the next set were for either of us to answer. We were asked when we first met and how, when we decided to be in a relationship with each other, when it became serious, whether a proposal happened or if marriage was just something we simply talked about and decided to do. She came back in and asked for our tax returns, our joint bank account and health insurance, then left the room. When she returned, she congratulated us and told us that she's approving our case and that I will be receiving my green card in the mail within a week! She had us sign some papers and that was it!
 
We're so happy to finally be done with the process and we hope that everyone here receives the same positive outcome as us. Thank you for everyone's advice and support on here. We couldn't have done it without this forum.
 
See you all in two years for ROC!

Hello everyone! We had our interview last week, May 26, Wednesday, and was approved for a green card on the spot. It took us more than 11 months.
 
 
A little background: I went to the states on February 21, 2020 on a B2 visa from the Philippines to visit my then boyfriend, now husband. He proposed a week before my trip was set to end (my flight back to the PI was on the 16th of March), but by then covid was making its way to the US and many countries were beginning to close their borders. We decided to get married and file for an AOS instead. We married on March 25, 2020.
 
So, eleven months later we arrive in downtown SD at 11:30AM. Our interview was for 12:30PM. We walked on over to the USCIS building along Front St. and was in line at 12:10PM. Went through a TSA-like security then proceeded to the fourth floor where we waited for more or less 30 minutes before getting called in to be interviewed. We were led to our IO's office and my husband (petitioner) and I were asked to take an oath. She asked for our IDs, interview letter, and my I-693.
 
There was a tablet propped up to the side of her desk and we were told that she would be asking the questions from the other room. Her first set of questions were addressed to my husband. She asked for his name, his birthday, my name, my birthday,  whether he was born here in San Diego (born and raised), our wedding anniversary date, our home address, who we live with (we live with his mom), his occupation, where he works, whether or not I have a job atm (still unemployed). She then proceeded to asking me whether I've ever had any other name--I initially answered never, but she asked me about my maiden name. I corrected myself and dictated my maiden name. Next, she asked where I was from, how many times I've been to the states (three times on a B2 visa) and how long each visit was, whether I've been married before, have children, and the rest of the I-485 questions regarding military training, being jailed, ever been a member of groups etc and whathaveyous. After my set of questions were done, she told us that the next set were for either of us to answer. We were asked when we first met and how, when we decided to be in a relationship with each other, when it became serious, whether a proposal happened or if marriage was just something we simply talked about and decided to do. She came back in and asked for our tax returns, our joint bank account and health insurance, then left the room. When she returned, she congratulated us and told us that she's approving our case and that I will be receiving my green card in the mail within a week! She had us sign some papers and that was it!
 
We're so happy to finally be done with the process and we hope that everyone here receives the same positive outcome as us. Thank you for everyone's advice and support on here. We couldn't have done it without this forum.
 
See you all in two years for ROC!

Hi guys we got out interview today in San Diego! We were approved on the spot, they ask how and when we meet, and if we become girlfriend and boyfriend on the first date and that's about it, besides the normal questions like names and date of birth plus the I-485 questions. It was really fast and straight forward, 30 minutes after leaving we got the notification of our card being produce for me and my k2. 
I hope everything goes smoth for the ones who are still waiting, and we will see you guys in 2 years for the ROC.

Congratulations! I had mine at the NYC office too. It was a quick interview – no small talks and straight to the point. I was approved on the spot. My card came last Tuesday.

For those who are still in the process, hang in there!

Hey guy's! Just to update we had our interview today at the NYC field office in Manhattan. The interview officer was very nice and made us feel relaxed from the start. We were approved on the spot and told we should have the card within a week. By the time we got home case had updated to say “New card Is Being Produced“. Overall very good experience wishing you all similar success. 

Hi guys,
 
I just want to give an update regarding our interview. We had our AOS interview today at San Fernando Chatsworth field office scheduled at 12:15pm. We arrived at 12 and there was a line for 12:15pm appointment. We passed through security like you go through airport security, removing shoes, emptying pockets etc. Got in line again for the initial process which is identification and fingerprint scan, got a number (time stamped was 12:45pm) and waited to be called.
 
After roughly 30-40mins, we were called and we were scorted by our interviewer to a private room/office. Took an oath to tell the truth. My spouse and I were asked to show our original BC, marriage certificate, and passports. My spouse who is the applicant was asked basic questions like our full names, physical address, both our birthday, marriage date while referring to the application form to check accuracy. After that, was asked a series of security questions that is answered by NO :). Was then asked  for proof of bonafide marriage such as joint assets documentation, pictures. Interviewere didn't ask for affidavit of suport. We were also asked to tell about our love story hehehe with follow up questions regarding the love story. Interviewer then returned our original copies back to us, said she was just printing something and casually said:, "oh by the way, I approved your application. Congratulations." Green card is supposed to be here in two weeks. As soon as we got back to the car, I checked my phone and there was a notification saying that the application was approved and moments later, got another notification that says card is being produced.
 
P.S. we didn't bring our phone, but turns out you can bring them.
 
i-129f 06/25/2019
K1 visa approved - 02/06/2020
US entry - 03/08/2020
AOS filed - 06/05/2020
SSN/ EAD/ AP received - 10/15/2020
AOS application approved - 05/25/2021
 

Submitted our AOS packet 6/5/2020 and got approved 5/5/2021, took 11 months! The wait was long but worth it. I know some of you are still waiting for your applications to process. Hang in there!

Here is our experience at the NYC office:
 
Went for an interview on Wednesday at the NYC office with my husband for his AOS. They were very organized and efficient, surprisingly short wait! Our appointment was at 9:55 am. We arrived for security around 9:15 am and had our interview around 10:15 am. We were interviewed by Officer Morgan who was friendly and professional. She asked for the originals of our birth certificates, marriage license, daughter’s birth certificate, joint financial documents and joint tax return. She asked some basic informational questions and went through the inadmissibility questions. 

We received an electronic notification that the green card was in production by that same evening.

Wishing all of you applicants a similarly positive experience if you are going to the NYC USCIS office.

*Tip: the security check is just like the airport security so be prepared to take off your shoes!

 

I didn't think they'd be scheduling that early! 😳 Thank you! Good luck to us!

I had the AoS interview today in NY. It went well. I checked my AoS status and it changed to 'New Card Is Being Produced'. 

Hi there! We're from San Diego too! Our interview letter arrived today and we're scheduled for the 26th of May. Same as you. Congratulations to us! 🥳

We got the letter in the mail today! Wednesday 26th of May we have the interview, did you get yours?

Update : 

Got our GC interview this morning, we were in a room talking to someone through an iPad 
Basic questions : how did you meet , when did you get married , names, birthday etc 

Got approved right away and status just changed to "new card being produced"
 
Wishing all of you good luck ! 

My interview letter is arriving in the mail today!

Well I finally got a biometrics appointment Jan 7 in Lawrence, MA!

Hello everyone, wanted to update that I received my notice in the mail today, and my interview is officially scheduled for 1/13/2021!!

Hi, I've never shared on here but have been keeping up with all posts always hoping to hear about progress for June filers. I want to share my good news from today!!. My case finally changed from "ready to schedule" to "interview was scheduled" online!! My field office is Phoenix, AZ. My timeline: initially filed 5/17/20 but application was rejected and returned for missing a form, filed complete application 6/19/20 and was accepted, 6/29/20 fingerprint fee was accepted, biometrics were on 8/12/20, ready to schedule on 8/17/20, and today 12/8/20 my case now says interview scheduled. Now just going to be checking the mail daily and will be anxiously awaiting my interview. Hope everyone else hears some good news soon!! 

Just checked our online status and EAD / AP Approved and card mailed!!!!! 

Hello, guys! We had our interview in Lawrence, Massachusetts today and our case just got approved. So happy!!! 🥳
Timeline: 
25 June - Filled
28 august - Biometric
29 October - Interview
 
I want to share our interview experience with you. First they called me (beneficiary) and then my husband. Each interview was  around 10 15 min. 
Questions they asked both of us: 
- Names
- Siblings name and work occupation 
- Date and places of engagement and Wedding 
- Who proposed to who and What was the proposal like
- Did we go to the honeymoon
- My husband work position, work days and work hours and how many people work in his business.
- How we met and when
- Where I have been worked before on J1 and they asked him the same after. 
- What was my bachelor and master degree in. 
-  Then he went through "yes" and " no" questions from form I-485 
I think that was all. Very smooth and easy, officer was nice and polite. 
Thank you so much for everybody's help in the forum and Good luck!!  
 
 
 

Update: Finally approved!!🙏😊😁
AOS/EAD/AP- June10
NOA - July 10
BIO - AUG 12
Ready to be shed. For appt - SEPT 14
EAD/AP approval - Oct 16
Card rec. - Oct 22
 
K2 card schedule to be delivered on Oct 26.
Wishing everyone hear something soon.

Congratulations to everyone that got their interview notice already!
 
Can’t help feeling slightly jealous and frustrated about the DC field office and Alexandria ASC being so slow. No biometrics appointment or nothing yet. No progress on my case since I got the NOAs. Patience is key... patience is key...

I’m going to cry of happiness I swear, today August 19 I got this notification on my case 😭❤️ Thank you VJ community for giving me all the information I needed to send! 

Finally some good news for us...
 
After resubmitting our wrongfully rejected K1 and K2 AOS
 
CC was charged on 8/12
SMS were received 8/17 for all 6 forms
 
Best wishes for everyone else going through this...
 
 
 

Finally heard something!
Timeline:
AOS mailed (UPS) 6/5
AOS delivered 6/10
called, received rec # 7/27 (# assigned 7/22)
 
Case status is now saying 'finger print fee received'.
 
Thanks for the support all. one thing i can say - this process is a test of faith and patience.  I feel so much better now. I guess biometrics is next, if no RFE.  

You’re probably right. Glad to see some people are starting to get Biometrics appointment letters!