Citizenship Interview

[persiankitty 0]

I applied for the naturalization based on 3 year marriage with a USC, but unfortunately we broke up and after breaking up I've moved to a different state, thinking that I will apply for naturalization again after 2 years based on 5 years as the permanent resident. My questions are

1) What will happen when I do not show up for my interview, can I still apply for the naturalization after 5 years?

2) Is not showing up for the interview is going to effect my future eligibility of applying?

3) Do I need to be divorced in order to apply for naturalization based on 5 years of LPR, cause I don't want to be bother with the hassle of divorce as I've decided to never get married in my life.

[Bobby+Umit 161]

I applied for the naturalization based on 3 year marriage with a USC, but unfortunately we broke up and after breaking up I've moved to a different state, thinking that I will apply for naturalization again after 2 years based on 5 years as the permanent resident. My questions are

1) What will happen when I do not show up for my interview, can I still apply for the naturalization after 5 years?

If you miss your scheduled interview without notifying USCIS, we will "administratively close" your case. Unless you contact USCIS to schedule a new interview within 1 year after USCIS closes your case, we will deny your application. USCIS will NOT notify you if we close your case because you missed your interview

2) Is not showing up for the interview is going to effect my future eligibility of applying?

20. What can I do if USCIS denies my application?

There is an administrative review process for those who are denied naturalization. If you feel that you have been wrongly denied naturalization, you may request a hearing with an immigration officer. Your denial letter will explain how to request a hearing and will include the form you need. The form for filing an appeal is the "Request for Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings under Section 336 of the Act" (Form N-336).

21. Can I reapply for naturalization if USCIS denies my application?

In many cases, you may reapply. If you reapply, you will need to complete and resubmit a new N-400 and pay the fee again. You will also need to have your fingerprints and photographs taken again. If your application is denied, the denial letter should indicate the date you may reapply for citizenship. If you are denied because you failed the English or civics test, you may reapply for naturalization as soon as you want. You should reapply whenever you believe you have learned enough English or civics to pass the test.

3) Do I need to be divorced in order to apply for naturalization based on 5 years of LPR, cause I don't want to be bother with the hassle of divorce as I've decided to never get married in my life.

I haven't seen anything that said you have to be, but I don't recommend not getting divorced - it may cause some issues later in your life (or the other persons life), and who knows, you may change your mind later. Easier to do it now then later...

So, I would cancel my appointment now, get a divorce, wait till you hit 5 years, and apply again. (oh - since you moved - you filled out the AR-11, right?)

IMO.

Edited April 28, 2009 by Bobby_Umit

[motu 5]

Keep in mind - if you came on K1 or K3 visas, your initial immigration was based on marriage to a USC and they may question you about it. Search the forums here - I have read about it. Good Luck