USCIS made an error on my GC which now delays my naturalization

[ProudlyConfused 24]

As of last week I am in a tough and unique spot - I entered the country on a IR-1 Greencard in 2012 with no restrictions.

 

In April of this year (2018) I submitted my N-400 for naturalization, all was going well, I got my final letter to for my interview.

 

I arrived at the center and was all ready to take the exam and such, however the officer let me know that they will not be able to continue with my naturalization process as when they had issued my greencard it had incorrectly been given the status of IR-1 with no restrictions when it should have been CR-1 having restrictions and having had me file a I-751 many years back.

 

He stated that until I submit and am approved for the removal of restrictions by filing the I-751 my case is on hold.

 

I was able to receive a letter from the field office Director confirming that it was a processing error on their end and that I should submit my I-751 within 30 days.

 

I was able to get my I-751 submitted the very next with an overwhelming amount of evidence; 8 years of marriage and 2 kids....

 

I am concerned with the I-751 being so late, 6 years late, as well as the effect this is going to have on my naturalization time line. I am imaging at least a 2 year delay. Though I am sitting on on constant pins and needles till I hear more about my I-751 application.

 

If anyone has heard of a similar scenario, some comfort would be greatly appreciated.

Edited September 28, 2018 by ProudlyConfused
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[mcdull 474]

unfortunately there's nothing you can do but to wait.

[Boiler 45,661]

Sounds like just waiting, I see nothing to be worried about.

[Mollie09 1,543]

OP, had you been married less than 2 years when you entered the country?

This is a good reminder for people who accidentally get 10-year card when they should get 2-year ones: you have to get it fixed.

[ProudlyConfused 24]

Just now, Mollie09 said:

OP, had you been married less than 2 years when you entered the country?

This is a good reminder for people who accidentally get 10-year card when they should get 2-year ones: you have to get it fixed.

 

I was 10 days short of 2 years - that's how the made the error on their end

[milimelo 4,500]

But you should have caught the error too - you knew it hasn’t been 2 years since you got married when you entered the country. 

 

File I-751 and once that wraps up finish up naturalization. 

[ProudlyConfused 24]

2 minutes ago, milimelo said:

But you should have caught the error too - you knew it hasn’t been 2 years since you got married when you entered the country. 

 

File I-751 and once that wraps up finish up naturalization. 

I'm not denying that it is something that I should of caught, however did not . Between moving over with our son, two dogs and buying a house and such it happened

I filed the I-751 24 hours after I was notified

[little immigrant 801]

I'm curious. Did you have to pay the fees since it was USCIS' error? 

[LanaTingley 5]

I think you should just relax and wait. Nothing is on fire, you are not here illegal, time is on ticking out 😁. You have lots of evidences and about your marriage, kids, jobs,.. ect. Most likely you will get approve. You also have a letter from them saying it was an error on their end. Proccessing time is always long especially now, with Trump policy rumors floating around. Just have to wait. Once you get your removal done. You can pretty much get on with your naturalization. Thing just take a little longer than you plan. If you live close to an USCIS field office, get an appointment, go see them in person. I find the people there are extremely helpful and very knowlegable. Google uscis appointment. I hope this help you feel better. 

[ProudlyConfused 24]

1 hour ago, little immigrant said:

I'm curious. Did you have to pay the fees since it was USCIS' error? 

Yes I did have to pay for the I751 filing g and new biometric fees

[ProudlyConfused 24]

48 minutes ago, LanaTingley said:

I think you should just relax and wait. Nothing is on fire, you are not here illegal, time is on ticking out 😁. You have lots of evidences and about your marriage, kids, jobs,.. ect. Most likely you will get approve. You also have a letter from them saying it was an error on their end. Proccessing time is always long especially now, with Trump policy rumors floating around. Just have to wait. Once you get your removal done. You can pretty much get on with your naturalization. Thing just take a little longer than you plan. If you live close to an USCIS field office, get an appointment, go see them in person. I find the people there are extremely helpful and very knowlegable. Google uscis appointment. I hope this help you feel better. 

Thanks

 

Once I get the confirmation and processing notifications for the I751 I'll make an appointment, thankfully it's only a 45 minute drive away.

 

Thanks for the recommendation.

 

[randomstairs 303]

They offered you an option to correct (their) mistake so you should be fine. You've got this (already submitted the I-751)! I've seen much worse cases, e.g. when USCIS approved a GC while the applicant's PD was not current. Those can end badly. But, while it's understandable that you're very nervous about it, your case looks pretty much bulletproof and you're taking all the right steps. So relax and wait.   

[Kiolas 103]

@ProudlyConfused Hopefully, your situation will get resolved soon 🙏

 

[TBoneTX 45,522]

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[afrocraft 313]

OP: Any update on your case, please? I'm a somewhat different scenario -- I noticed the GC error and repeatedly tried to fix it, including a timely I-751 filing (which USCIS initially rejected, then later accepted). It didn't matter: my naturalization is now in limbo in part because of the error.