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[mandiuk 0]

So I just got my finger prints taken last week and now I have changed my mind!! Im not sure I want to go through with this anymore. Im seriously thinking I want to call it a day and leave the US. Would I get a refund if I did this? Has anyone changed their mind after applying??

[cdneh 3,112]

Unlikely they would refund, as the process has started. I'm sure people do get cold feet, but the government won't give them the money back once the cheque is cashed.

[UMUC 3]

There's no refund!

And yes you can call USCIS to stop the process.

[sasaqlain 24]

I concur with the above replies. You are not entitled to a refund and in order to stop the process, you can inform USCIS of your decision. Good Luck!

[Moomin 292]

Yep, fees are non-refundable when dealing with USCIS. The dollar-clock started ticking when they accepted the application.

Withdraw your application by writing a signed letter.

Going through with it and then leaving the US may put you in a better position than if you regret(if Scotland allows dual citizenship of course) since it doesn't have the same requirements as a US citizen in comparison to being LPR.

[TBoneTX 47,286]

Going through with it and then leaving the US may put you in a better position than if you regret(if Scotland allows dual citizenship of course) since it doesn't have the same requirements as a US citizen in comparison to being LPR.

If you can stand it, go for this, si man. It'll give you more flexibility later.

[Hazel Ickes 0]

Absolutely no refund of the fee. As for withdrawing your application, think more than twice before doing so. This is because people have to go through a lengthy process to get US citizenship. You are almost nearing the end. Why waste your hard earned money now? Anyway, the final decision is yours.

[NickD 203]

With all those letters the USCIS sents to us, in effect, if you do not show up at that appointed times, your application will be terminated.

So is it really necessary to notify them you changed your mind?

And appointed time means appointed time, if even a couple of minutes late, can be rejected, even though you may have to wait four hours before being called in. We were never ever called in at the appointed time, waiting anywhere from an hour up to four hours and practically broke our necks to there with no sleep for 36 hours.

A couple of my kids had to leave this country just to find work after college, nothing here for them. Sure you have your reasons.

If you read all the USCIS fine print, even if you made a slight error on your application, can be rejected with no refunds, but seems for most, their applications and checks have been returned.

[john_and_marlene 162]

If you can stand it, go for this, si man. It'll give you more flexibility later.

More flexibility... but a lifetime requirement to file U.S. taxes regardless of where they live.

[ConcordUser 18]

Why do you want to change your mind ? Is it due to a legal or criminal issue? If you have any convictions you might want to check with an atty before you go for the interview as they can take adverse action and you could loose your green card. On the other hand if you are simply nervous about things that is pretty normal and let the process work out. Trust me I went through and I know how hard it is to go through the process. What ever the case it might, you'll not be entitled get your fee refunded. You can ask but unlikely they will give you money back.