How does one Reply to RFE

[puneet_gcard]

Hi Gurus.
I am a bit lost as to whether I should use scan copy or original for RFE reply.

I got the following RFE from INS

Submit one additional statement, sworn to or affirmed by a person who was living at the time and who has personal knowledge of the events you are trying to prove, for example, the date and place of birth. The person making the statement (affidavit) may be your relative and need not be a citizen of the United States.

How does one reply to this RFE. I am required to submit Birth Certificate Affidavit from my uncle and aunt. I have got those copies scanned in color from India. Would that work as a reply or Should I get the originals and then use originals for replying to RFE.

My attorney tells me to just use the photocopy. She says they never send anything original to INS. Only photocopies. I am thinking if originals will appear more authentic.

Please let me know how you have submitted RFE responses.

Thanks again !!

 

[yampati]

Your lawyer is right. USCIS does not need orginals. If they need the originals, they will mention it. I too sent the photo copies only with my 485 application.

I think you better not send the color copies as color copies might even confuse them. Just send the black and white copy.

Yampati

 

[skosian]

This may not be the same but I was asked for original empoyment letter, not a copy.

 

[GCPEN]

Except 'EMP letter', Everything else can be xerox copies. But EMP letter must be original letter on company letter head with authorized HR signature.