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| Milwaukee WI |  Review on November 29, 2018: |
Naey
Rating:  | Review Topic: Adjustment of Status
We are a gay couple. We never felt, during any part of the process, that that impacted our journey either positively or negatively.
We had a bit of trouble with the appointment letter. While we filed our change of address in a more than timely manner (3 months before the appointment was scheduled and two weeks before moving) it apparently fell in between when the interview was scheduled in their system and when the file processing would have allowed a change of address to be registered "properly," or so we were told. One of us remains dubious as to whether that was a convenient mistake or actual clerical oversight. Either way, we dutifully checked the case tracking system and were able to receive a fax copy of the notice to appear after escalating to Tier 2 customer service.
Our appointment was at 10.15, we arrived at 9.45 and went through security. Phones were allowed but on silent. Belts removed, shoes stayed on. We were directed to the 2nd floor where we checked in with a security guard at a stand, who then escorted us over to a window to check in for our interview (Window 4). We were then told to sit in the (very full) waiting room and wait for Augustine's (adjusting status) name to be called. Right at 10.15, an officer called us back and showed us to his office where our file was on his desk. He began by asking biographical information after a brief bit of cordial conversation, checking names, birthplaces, birthdates. He asked for Augustine's parents' names and then asked if he was married and to whom (himself noting that it was somewhat ironic to ask at all). He asked about Jordan's work and they discussed his work for about two to three minutes. After that he asked the Yes/No questions similar to those on the I-485 form and briefly checked our marriage license, asking why we were married in another state (my family is from there) and then, after that, said, "You're good to go! You'll receive the green card within a month." He informed us about the Removal of Conditions occurring in two years and encouraged us to keep our address up to date.
He did not ask for further evidence of a bona fide marriage. He did not ask for photos. He did not even ask when our marriage was.
Overall a very pleasant experience. Worth noting we're adjusting from a K1 visa and our entire file was easily a ream of standard printer paper large. Friendly, but serious staff and officers. 10/10 would adjust status here again.
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Consulate / USCIS Member Review #25131