Hello everyone.
First of all, thanks to all for the information on this site that helped me in the time of my need. I have been an active reader here and this is my first post. There is something i could not find the answer for in any forum. I come to you to seek guidance and hope you answer my question.
I filed for GC based on spouse of a USC and have my interview coming in Aug. I have read interview experiences of people in this forum who were asked how the husband and wife met, how long they have been seeing each other before the wedding and similar questions. Before i ask more, here is a little about me. I come from a social, religious and a cultural background that permits marriage to a first cousin. I know this would raise some eyebrows, but this is very common among muslims and certain religions. I too have been married to my first cousin (who is a USC) for a while. (I know you must be thinking that this is some sort of an arranged marriage, but its not). We liked each other and i came here on H1B (had to convince my employer to send me here) so we can spend time with each other. I filed for GC because she does not want to move to my country yet and wants me to stay here with her.
Would it make a difference to the USCIS officer during the interview if i tell him/her that i married my first cousin? Would it make a difference if i dont tell? I know there are a lot of people in a similar situation, but i havent seen anyone come forward and talk about it, so should i assume there is no problem ? If there is anyone with a similar situation and have attended the interview, can you please let me know how it went? I am aware that the laws here in US permit marriages to first cousins now, but i still want to be sure if i have to inform the officer about this fact?
Thanks in advance, appreciate all the help and pl keep up the good work
First of all, thanks to all for the information on this site that helped me in the time of my need. I have been an active reader here and this is my first post. There is something i could not find the answer for in any forum. I come to you to seek guidance and hope you answer my question.
I filed for GC based on spouse of a USC and have my interview coming in Aug. I have read interview experiences of people in this forum who were asked how the husband and wife met, how long they have been seeing each other before the wedding and similar questions. Before i ask more, here is a little about me. I come from a social, religious and a cultural background that permits marriage to a first cousin. I know this would raise some eyebrows, but this is very common among muslims and certain religions. I too have been married to my first cousin (who is a USC) for a while. (I know you must be thinking that this is some sort of an arranged marriage, but its not). We liked each other and i came here on H1B (had to convince my employer to send me here) so we can spend time with each other. I filed for GC because she does not want to move to my country yet and wants me to stay here with her.
Would it make a difference to the USCIS officer during the interview if i tell him/her that i married my first cousin? Would it make a difference if i dont tell? I know there are a lot of people in a similar situation, but i havent seen anyone come forward and talk about it, so should i assume there is no problem ? If there is anyone with a similar situation and have attended the interview, can you please let me know how it went? I am aware that the laws here in US permit marriages to first cousins now, but i still want to be sure if i have to inform the officer about this fact?
Thanks in advance, appreciate all the help and pl keep up the good work