In Tampa immigration interviews, interpreters make every word count
Ramona Rodríguez and her Venezuelan husband, Joger Alcántara, went to an immigration office in Tampa for an interview that could decide whether he would get permanent residency. They were not alone. In Tampa immigration interviews, interpreters make crucial contributions to the process, which can result in delays or rescheduled interviews. An interpreter can translate the officer's questions into Spanish and their answers into English. However, a poor interpretation or a misunderstood question can lead to inaccurate information or confusion. The job of an interpreter involves speaking two languages and understanding the dynamics of interviews conducted by immigration officers for adjustment of status, citizenship or asylum applications. However U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services does not require a professional certification, allowing witnesses in a case or minors ages 14 to 17 to serve as interpreters if the applicant shows good cause. Immigration officers can disqualify interpreters who fail to meet these rules. The cost of hiring an interpreter can range from $200 to $500.
Publicado : Ayer por Juan Carlos Chavez en Politics World
Frank Rojas, 52, prepares immigrants for interviews but cannot tell them what to say. ©Juan Carlos Chavez
Ramona Rodríguez and her Venezuelan husband, Joger Alcántara, went to an immigration office i... [5120 symbols]
Temas: Social Issues, Immigration, US Politics
