N-400 November 2024 Filers

[ODAAT 157]

3 hours ago, Kica said:

I had interview at the Troy,MI office. My oath is tomorrow but in downtown Detroit court house, and it does not state anything regarding guests. It just says "cellphones are okay"

Congrats! More than likely you can take one guest then. 

[MaceMk 36]

Anyone has any updates on their cases yet? I feel like they forgot about most of us here. I see people already getting naturalized from my state (Utah) and applied long after me and my husband. How about cases in your states? Btw anyone else from Utah here?

[MaceMk 36]

On 7/25/2025 at 1:28 PM, MaceMk said:

Anyone has any updates on their cases yet? I feel like they forgot about most of us here. I see people already getting naturalized from my state (Utah) and applied long after me and my husband. How about cases in your states? Btw anyone else from Utah here?

Actually looks like most are already, or almost done with their case, whoever filed in November or even after. I see very few from that time period,outside of this forum, still waiting to be scheduled. We're hoping for an update soon. 

[Nelly_M 11]

On 12/28/2024 at 1:10 PM, OldUser said:

It does apply to you. You can file 90 days before your 3 year anniversary of being green card holder (Resident Since day). You cannot apply 90 days early of 3 year anniversary of your marriage with US citizen. You need both to be true: married to US citizen for 3 years or more and resident for 3 years (though allowed to file 90 days early if you're married to US citizen for 3 years at that point)

Sorry, I am a bit confused about the 90 day rule. Applying for N-400 within the 90 days prior to you completing a continuous residence requirement is the earliest time eligible for application, but we can also apply anything later, correct? 

[OldUser 10,423]

19 minutes ago, Nelly_M said:

Sorry, I am a bit confused about the 90 day rule. Applying for N-400 within the 90 days prior to you completing a continuous residence requirement is the earliest time eligible for application, but we can also apply anything later, correct? 

Any time time later is safe. 90 days is the earliest. If applying under 3 year rule, make sure you're married for over 3 years and lived together in the US for 3 years at the time when you apply. 

[abbafan 17]

Hi everyone,
 

I had my N-400 interview today at the Santa Clara field office and I’m so happy to report it went well ✅
 

The female officer who interviewed me was incredibly kind, polite, and patient, even though I brought my 10-month-old infant son with me. She made me feel comfortable throughout the process, which really eased my nerves.

I also brought my immigration lawyer, the same one who helped us with our K-1 visa when I first entered the U.S. It felt reassuring to have him there, even though the interview itself was straightforward.

Another thing to note: my N-400 interview was combined with the Adjustment of Status interview. Santa Clara does this sometimes, so if you’re in that situation, don’t be surprised.

For the civics test, here are the questions I got:

1. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803? → I mistakenly said Alaska, but the correct answer is Louisiana.

2. What is the rule of law? → Correct answer: Everyone must follow the law (I answered “The Constitution”).

3. What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution? → The Bill of Rights

4. What is freedom of religion? → To practice any religion (or no religion)

5. We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years? → 2 years

6. What is the highest court in the United States? → The Supreme Court

7. What is the capital of the United States? → Washington, D.C.

8. What did Martin Luther King Jr. do? → Fought for civil rights

I highly recommend using the USCIS Citizenship study guide. All the questions come from there, no surprises. You can usually borrow it from your local library if you don’t want to buy one.
 

✨ Other notes from Santa Clara:

• They do same-day oath ceremonies, but the cut-off is 1:30 pm. Since my interview was later, I couldn’t do it the same day.

• I tried to reschedule my oath from early September to late August, but the officer explained that everything is booked.

• A new change: family members can no longer attend the oath ceremony. It’s no longer held outdoors in a “drive-through” or parking lot style, now only applicants go inside.

✅ Overall takeaways:

• Don’t panic if you miss one civics question — you can be asked up to 10 but only need 6 correct.

• Review your N-400 form carefully since they will confirm details.

• A kind officer makes all the difference, and yes, bringing my baby turned out fine.

• Having my lawyer there gave me extra peace of mind.

• Santa Clara is efficient, but plan your interview time if you’re hoping for same-day oath.

• Definitely, borrow the study guide from your local library, it’s all you need.

I left feeling so relieved and grateful. Good luck to everyone with upcoming interviews, you’ve got this! 💪🇺🇸

[OldUser 10,423]

22 minutes ago, abbafan said:

Another thing to note: my N-400 interview was combined with the Adjustment of Status interview. Santa Clara does this sometimes, so if you’re in that situation, don’t be surprised.

 

It's impossible to combine N-400 with Adjustment of Status interview. Did you mean Removal of Conditions interview?

[abbafan 17]

6 minutes ago, OldUser said:

It's impossible to combine N-400 with Adjustment of Status interview. Did you mean Removal of Conditions interview?

 

Yes! Sorry I mixed up the two. 

[DxbDfw 4]

7 hours ago, abbafan said:

Hi everyone,
 

I had my N-400 interview today at the Santa Clara field office and I’m so happy to report it went well ✅
 

The female officer who interviewed me was incredibly kind, polite, and patient, even though I brought my 10-month-old infant son with me. She made me feel comfortable throughout the process, which really eased my nerves.

I also brought my immigration lawyer, the same one who helped us with our K-1 visa when I first entered the U.S. It felt reassuring to have him there, even though the interview itself was straightforward.

Another thing to note: my N-400 interview was combined with the Adjustment of Status interview. Santa Clara does this sometimes, so if you’re in that situation, don’t be surprised.

For the civics test, here are the questions I got:

1. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803? → I mistakenly said Alaska, but the correct answer is Louisiana.

2. What is the rule of law? → Correct answer: Everyone must follow the law (I answered “The Constitution”).

3. What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution? → The Bill of Rights

4. What is freedom of religion? → To practice any religion (or no religion)

5. We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years? → 2 years

6. What is the highest court in the United States? → The Supreme Court

7. What is the capital of the United States? → Washington, D.C.

8. What did Martin Luther King Jr. do? → Fought for civil rights

I highly recommend using the USCIS Citizenship study guide. All the questions come from there, no surprises. You can usually borrow it from your local library if you don’t want to buy one.
 

✨ Other notes from Santa Clara:

• They do same-day oath ceremonies, but the cut-off is 1:30 pm. Since my interview was later, I couldn’t do it the same day.

• I tried to reschedule my oath from early September to late August, but the officer explained that everything is booked.

• A new change: family members can no longer attend the oath ceremony. It’s no longer held outdoors in a “drive-through” or parking lot style, now only applicants go inside.

✅ Overall takeaways:

• Don’t panic if you miss one civics question — you can be asked up to 10 but only need 6 correct.

• Review your N-400 form carefully since they will confirm details.

• A kind officer makes all the difference, and yes, bringing my baby turned out fine.

• Having my lawyer there gave me extra peace of mind.

• Santa Clara is efficient, but plan your interview time if you’re hoping for same-day oath.

• Definitely, borrow the study guide from your local library, it’s all you need.

I left feeling so relieved and grateful. Good luck to everyone with upcoming interviews, you’ve got this! 💪🇺🇸

 

 

 

Did they ask any questions regarding Good Moral Character, especially "community involvement" etc.?

[abbafan 17]

1 hour ago, DxbDfw said:

 

Did they ask any questions regarding Good Moral Character, especially "community involvement" etc.?

 

No they didn't. It was just repeating some questions from the N400 application. 

Everything you need for the N400 test is at your local library via the US Citizenship guide handbook. You do NOT need to pay extra or anything. 

[DxbDfw 4]

On 8/21/2025 at 8:04 PM, abbafan said:

 

No they didn't. It was just repeating some questions from the N400 application. 

Everything you need for the N400 test is at your local library via the US Citizenship guide handbook. You do NOT need to pay extra or anything. 

Thanks

[SL2024 316]

On 8/21/2025 at 10:29 AM, abbafan said:

Hi everyone,
 

I had my N-400 interview today at the Santa Clara field office and I’m so happy to report it went well ✅
 

The female officer who interviewed me was incredibly kind, polite, and patient, even though I brought my 10-month-old infant son with me. She made me feel comfortable throughout the process, which really eased my nerves.

I also brought my immigration lawyer, the same one who helped us with our K-1 visa when I first entered the U.S. It felt reassuring to have him there, even though the interview itself was straightforward.

Another thing to note: my N-400 interview was combined with the Adjustment of Status interview. Santa Clara does this sometimes, so if you’re in that situation, don’t be surprised.

For the civics test, here are the questions I got:

1. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803? → I mistakenly said Alaska, but the correct answer is Louisiana.

2. What is the rule of law? → Correct answer: Everyone must follow the law (I answered “The Constitution”).

3. What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution? → The Bill of Rights

4. What is freedom of religion? → To practice any religion (or no religion)

5. We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years? → 2 years

6. What is the highest court in the United States? → The Supreme Court

7. What is the capital of the United States? → Washington, D.C.

8. What did Martin Luther King Jr. do? → Fought for civil rights

I highly recommend using the USCIS Citizenship study guide. All the questions come from there, no surprises. You can usually borrow it from your local library if you don’t want to buy one.
 

✨ Other notes from Santa Clara:

• They do same-day oath ceremonies, but the cut-off is 1:30 pm. Since my interview was later, I couldn’t do it the same day.

• I tried to reschedule my oath from early September to late August, but the officer explained that everything is booked.

• A new change: family members can no longer attend the oath ceremony. It’s no longer held outdoors in a “drive-through” or parking lot style, now only applicants go inside.

✅ Overall takeaways:

• Don’t panic if you miss one civics question — you can be asked up to 10 but only need 6 correct.

• Review your N-400 form carefully since they will confirm details.

• A kind officer makes all the difference, and yes, bringing my baby turned out fine.

• Having my lawyer there gave me extra peace of mind.

• Santa Clara is efficient, but plan your interview time if you’re hoping for same-day oath.

• Definitely, borrow the study guide from your local library, it’s all you need.

I left feeling so relieved and grateful. Good luck to everyone with upcoming interviews, you’ve got this! 💪🇺🇸

 

 

 

Thank you for the review of your experience. This is my local field office. Just out of curiosity, did they say why they changed it so that family members can no longer attend the oath ceremony at all? I imagine it might vary with each field office. I know that my wife will be disappointed that she can't attend but will understand as well.

 

I was aware that they did have ceremonies outside but I didn't realise this had changed recently so I appreciate the update on this.