Getting through Your Naturalization Interview just got a lot Easier

CHEYENNE, Wyo. - May 23, 2016 - PRLog -- Any immigrant would get the jitters at the prospect of attending a naturalization interview, this is quite normal for ordinary folks like us. Spending sleepless nights, fretting, worrying and missing meals are quite common and all this because you are only thinking about the type of questions that will be shot at you by stern looking officials. Most of the folks are terrified at answering any of the questions shot at them because they are not sure whether they can speak English well enough, and whether they have enough knowledge about the history, civics and the government.

Take it easy, coming out successful in the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS) interview just a lot easier than you would have thought. Provided of course, you can successfully wade through the maze of forms and immigration paperwork which is essential for you to reach the interview table for a one-on-one with the immigration officials. You don't have to worry too much though, as there are several smart online software tools like https://www.usimmigration-center.com that will help you glide through the forms effortlessly.

Present yourself thoroughly prepared

However, you need to just keep cool and also remember that the immigration officer assigned to you may want to know something more about you like:

Ø  A bit about your background, like your country of domicile, your educational background, your skills and what you've been doing work-wise.

Ø  Your pitch for naturalization needs to be supported by enough documentation which should include records of your previous employment, your marriage and how well you got involved in community activity.

Ø  Details of the neighborhood where you've been living, and proof of how long you've been living there.

Ø  Your impressions about the United States, the constitution of the country, and the way its government works.

Ø  Whether you are eager and willing to take the final step - the Oath of Allegiance.

Always stick to the truth

As long as you stick to the truth, you are safe. Don't try to impress by stating something that isn't true, be truthful and upfront and you should be through. In case you have a criminal record, it is better to own up, because it is ridiculously easy for the BCIS official to find out about it. However, if you have inadvertently stated an untruth, either by oversight or because of a simple typo, that is quite understandable and excusable by the DCIS.

Gearing up for the interview

"Relax, and be normal, and don't be nervous" is easier said than done. What you need to do is stop fretting about the impending interview and try to let off the steam. You could try some of these, which may be of help:

Be punctual

It is not too difficult to be on time. Find out where exactly the BCIS office is located and calculate how long it will take you to get there.

Turn up well attired

You need to make the best impression the very first time you meet the BCIS official.  Although there is no specific dress code, turning up neatly attired makes a whale of a difference.

Carry all the required documents

You need to carry a set of documents that are required (BCIS would have intimated you already). It is better to carry a file folder with the documents neatly kept inside, so that you can pull out whatever is asked for during the interview. Being prepared and well organized will send out the proper signals to the BCIS official.

Additional documents

It is not enough just to carry the prescribed documents that the BCIS has asked you to produce. You may want to carry other documents like a copy of your apartment lease, payroll stubs related to your current and earlier jobs, proof of club memberships, if any, and anything that establishes the fact that you have been around for some time and mix well with the local community.

Speak the truth

The emphasis again is on sticking to the truth, for which you need to remain calm and composed in the first place. Before you can say "Jack Robinson" the entire exercise should be over, and you'll be a lot closer to U.S. citizenship.

Focus on the Vital Three - Reading, Writing and Speaking fluent English

In order to be eligible for naturalization it is quite necessary for you to be able to read, write and speak good English, unless, of course you qualify for age or some disability exemption.

Reading

You will probably be asked to read out loud, either from any part of the Form N-400, the Application for Naturalization that you submitted to the BCIS when you initiated the naturalization process. You could even be asked to read some civic questions and their answers. Don't rule out questions related to the government as well.

Writing

You may be asked to write some simple sentences in English, just to test your writing skills, spelling and vocabulary. They may ask you to write "Why I wish to become a U.S. citizen" or "Today, I will be attending an interview at the DCIS, or something like that.

Speaking

The DCIS officer can easily rate your English speaking skills from the way you answer the questions. There is actually no need to prepare in-depth for this, though you need to remember to speak slowly and clearly in simple English. Actually, preparing for the English proficiency related tests should not be too difficult for you.

Preparing for the civics test

It is a good idea to learn about the major principles on which the government's foundation rests, and what the Founding Fathers had in mind while drafting the constitution.