By Dr. Nelson A. Castillo
03 Nov 2023, 10:03 AM EDT
The interview To obtain permanent residency in the United States is very important. That is why These tips will help you arrive better prepared to that instance.
The next points They will help you prepare for your interview adjustment of status and trying to obtain permanent residence in the United States:
- Carefully read the subpoena you received.. There you will find the date, time and place of your interview and the documents you must bring with you.
- Study all immigration applications and supporting documents you submitted. The government will ask you questions about these documents and it is important that you do not contradict the information you previously wrote on your immigration applications.
- If there is any incorrect information on the forms you submitted previously, It is your duty to notify the officer and correct that information during your interview.
- Bring original documents of the copies you submitted to USCIS. For example, you will need to bring your passport, your original birth certificate along with a complete English translation, and the criminal court’s certified summary of what happened in your case.
- On the day of your interview, arrive early for your appointment and Dress as if you are going to a job interview.
- Greet the immigration officer with confidence and with a smile. Always look him in the eyes and be respectful.
- Never lie to an immigration officer or present false documents. Before the interview begins, the immigration officer will make you swear that everything you say and the documents you present are true.
- Listen carefully to the immigration officer’s questions. Only answer if you understand the question and don’t be afraid to ask them to repeat the question.. Your answers should be clear and to the point.
- If you do not speak English, you will have to bring an interpreter who is over 18 years old and has command of the English and Spanish language. The interpreter cannot be your lawyer or a person interested in the case.
- Thank the immigration officer at the end of the interview and ask him to exercise his discretion and grant you permanent residency.
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Dr. Nelson A. Castillo is an immigration attorney and author of The Green Card: How to obtain permanent residence in the United States and host of immigration television segments The Lawyer at Your Side on NY1 News. He is a former President of the National Hispanic Bar Association and the Westlake South Los Angeles Neighborhood Council. For information on how to consult with Dr. Castillo, click here.
The purpose of this column is to provide general information. The outcome of the information presented by Dr. Nelson A. Castillo cannot be guaranteed or predicted. The information should not be taken as legal advice for any individual, case or situation. This column could be considered an advertisement by the Rules of Professional Conduct of attorneys in several states, including California and New York. Consult with an immigration attorney to receive personalized legal advice before beginning any immigration process.