Time before appearance?

[Skyman 289]

It's a few months yet before I can file my wife's N-400 and at that time we may well be in the Philippines. About how long from the date we file would it be likely for her presents be required for something? Fingerprinting, interview, whatever. I know all cases are different but would a minimum 2, 3, 4 months be likely? 

 

Thanks

[OldUser 4,925]

How long is your wife going to be away? If it's not too long, then why not apply after returning to the US? It will make things easier.

 

Nobody can say for sure how long it will take for sure. Biometrics may or may not be reused. If not reused, she can be called for an appointment any time from a month after submitting or much much later in the process.

 

Look at the processing times for N-400 in your local field office here - https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/

 

Also monitor the forum, sometimes people post their timelines for specific office which may give you a clue, but it's never guaranteed.

 

Edited January 5 by OldUser