N400 interview today

[couple0426 0]

Hi everyone,

I just had my interview today at 3pm in South Carolina and the officer checked the box THE DECISION CANNOT YET BE MADE. I am really worried right now if I get denied on my N400 application.

What happened was, my husband is in prison since 2011 for Child Molestation and Sexual Abuse and other charges and found guilty last year. But before he went to jail I left him May 2010 because I was abused by him and since then I considered we were separated but I didn't know I can get legal separation here in SC. And still trying to file for divorce and until now is not done yet I cannot afford for lawyers fee. But when I filed N400 I still put married since we're not divorce yet and submitted supporting documents about our marriage.

And now I am pregnant with my BF that I met 2012 and we've been together/lived together since then. So, I told the officer about the truth that I have a bf. I got nervous so bad that I couldn't think much what I'm gonna say. So, the Officer asked me about my husband and I told her the truth that we've been separated since 2010 and then she started asking me if I have legal separation papers. She made a sworn statement that my husband abused me and he is in prison now for different

sexual charges. Then she asked about my boyfriend's name, when did we met, and we lived together, and when she asked me all this question about my bf I was so shaking and scared of what she gonna say. So I lied to her that me and my bf not living together. After the sworn statement signed she then told me that they're gonna review everything if I 'm eligible for citizenship and the decision will be send through mail. It was so heartbreaking because the rest of the applicant that's been interviewed same time as me they already get their Oath taking scheduled for next week.

I know in the eyes of God is wrong for me to have a bf and lived with him knowing that I am still legally married. But I've been abused and my husband is sick in his mind molesting children!!.. I will accept any negative or positive comments. But if anyone here have the same experience with the officer, any advices will be appreciated.

You guys think I'll get denied???? If so, can they revoke my 10 yrs greencard??? Thank for for your time reading my story. God bless everyone

[Girl from Celebes 588]

Hi everyone,

I just had my interview today at 3pm in South Carolina and the officer checked the box THE DECISION CANNOT YET BE MADE. I am really worried right now if I get denied on my N400 application.

What happened was, my husband is in prison since 2011 for Child Molestation and Sexual Abuse and other charges and found guilty last year. But before he went to jail I left him May 2010 because I was abused by him and since then I considered we were separated but I didn't know I can get legal separation here in SC. And still trying to file for divorce and until now is not done yet I cannot afford for lawyers fee. But when I filed N400 I still put married since we're not divorce yet and submitted supporting documents about our marriage.

And now I am pregnant with my BF that I met 2012 and we've been together/lived together since then. So, I told the officer about the truth that I have a bf. I got nervous so bad that I couldn't think much what I'm gonna say. So, the Officer asked me about my husband and I told her the truth that we've been separated since 2010 and then she started asking me if I have legal separation papers. She made a sworn statement that my husband abused me and he is in prison now for different

sexual charges. Then she asked about my boyfriend's name, when did we met, and we lived together, and when she asked me all this question about my bf I was so shaking and scared of what she gonna say. So I lied to her that me and my bf not living together. After the sworn statement signed she then told me that they're gonna review everything if I 'm eligible for citizenship and the decision will be send through mail. It was so heartbreaking because the rest of the applicant that's been interviewed same time as me they already get their Oath taking scheduled for next week.

I know in the eyes of God is wrong for me to have a bf and lived with him knowing that I am still legally married. But I've been abused and my husband is sick in his mind molesting children!!.. I will accept any negative or positive comments. But if anyone here have the same experience with the officer, any advices will be appreciated.

You guys think I'll get denied???? If so, can they revoke my 10 yrs greencard??? Thank for for your time reading my story. God bless everyone

I think you were being nervous during the interview that's cause delayed. Remember, immigration officers are trained to see whether you are lied or not. Body languages can't lied and revealed the truth. Probably she was suspicious you were hiding something and decided to delay it in order to do further more background check on you.

Edited April 30, 2014 by Girl from Celebes

[AnotherLostSoul 167]

I feel bad for you because you lied. Now, if she is going to do more search you can get easily busted for your lie...that might come around and bite you in the back. But I would not worry though. I mean, why you think this is so urgent for you to get your citizenship? You could just nicely file for divorce, have that all done and then do it again. By that time, things will be a bit more clear at your end in case this one fails (which I doubt though). The way you wrote your story down here, all I saw was that "this is a mess". Not to be rude or anything, so please don't take it that way. My point is that if I (and maybe others will disagree/agree) saw it as a "mess" maybe the IO officer was thinking the same thing, and decided to think it through, look through your documents again before making her decision. It's just a ton off messy situation in your life story and she probably needs a clear head, a quiet room, possibly a gallon of coffee to meddle through your papers and see the whole thing one more time before making a decision....all the best!

[kool 0]

Been seperated from 2010 and we are in 2014 why u couldnt get divorced in 4 years specialy if u have been abused...if u have nothing to fight over . it will take 90 days and u dont need a lawyer sorry I was just saying ..!! Have u ever reported him to the police when u got abused if yes take it as evidence to uscis showen that u had to leave him cause he was sick in mind as u said if not I really wish u good luck and that u hear good news soon from uscis..all the best.

Edited April 30, 2014 by kool

[BMW4me 12]

considering the law, you will most likely be denied but don't worry about your green card, they can't take that away. just file a divorce and re-apply for citizenship. If I were you i wouldn't rush n400 application

Edited April 30, 2014 by volkan

[couple0426 0]

THANK YOU @Girl from Celebes Subaru4Me AnotherLostSoul kool for taking you'lls time to read and reply my post. If I would have known and think better that this would be a great a mess then I could just have use the money for divorce. But my sister was helping to get this citizenship so I can get full medicaid for my OB-gyne visit and hospital bills and other benefits. I lost my job and out of work for 7 mos and I just started my new job. I tried to apply medicaid but they said I have to be a citizen or I have to be a PR for 5yrs to get the full medicaid benefits, that's why I went ahed and apply for citizenship coz I thought there would be no problem.

BTW, the reaon why I still didnt get divorced because I cant afford for the lawyer, I just started my new job. @ kool I tried to went to the family court and filed my own divorced for cheaper but they didnt take it coz they said I have to get a lawyer since he is in prison and if he wants to appel on hearing it will be my responsibility on how to transport him from prison to the court and all the paper works that need to be done is my responsibility.

I guess I have to say goodbye to hte $680

[Messybrownhair 251]

I'm sorry. I wish you luck!

[AnotherLostSoul 167]

Sorry, this sucks big time...but I think you're better off just waiting and not file for citizenship. I know, this must going to be hard for you with the baby and all, but maybe you're boyfriend can help both financially as well as to be there for you and the baby. For now, focus on delivering that cute one of yours and try to organize things as to what needed for divorce (before hiring an lawyer, so it may cost less for you if you prepare ahead), get yourself back in the gear with work, and slowly by time you'll find yourself in a good spot, citizen or not a US citizen. I believe you, now it is you who have to believe in yourself that you can do it!

All the best!

[moe1985 8]

Don't worry....They won't take the green card from you! You will more likely be denied because you filed N-400 on marriage basis and you do not meet the requirements for naturalization path through marriage since you two are not living with each other anymore. Wait couple more years and file on 5 years rule, at that point, it doesn't matter whats your marital status as long as you have a clean record and meet the requirements. Relax and life is too short....

[Shelly11 14]

I have a lil one and I know how difficult a pregnancy can be. So please try and take it easy. You will be fine.

I honestly wish you would have waited. I think officer felt that this situation is a little messy and the officer was bound not to approve you right away. But I do not think that that equals to a denial. It just does not look good to say the least. You have a right to move on with your life. But if i was you, I would begin with a divorce. Uncontested divorces filed directly with the court are not very costly and do not take that long. Check with your county clerk..

Besides that, starting off right in your next relationship right makes the court fee worth it. Many states would consider a child born during a marriage as being "born of that marriage". It opens you up to your ex coming back to cause havoc in your new family.

I am glad you were honest though. Hopefully, things work out for you. For now, focus on your unborn child. As a mother, that is more important than anything.

[furiousng 2]

In my opinion, approval or denial will be based on how 'valid marriage' is defined. Living with your boyfriend while you are married is a moral issue not a legal one. If your marriage is deemed not valid, they may deny your application which does not invalidate your residency. If your application ends up being denied, simply wait to file under the five year residency route.

Addendum: With your husband in prison for child molestation, my advice is file for divorce as soon as you can. If you have the baby while being married to him, he will be the legal father of your child in the eyes of the law and you definitely don't want that. All the best!

Edited May 1, 2014 by furiousng