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Hi everyone,

Looking for advice or shared experiences related to the Detroit field office.

My dad had his N-400 interview on Monday, July 22, 2025. He disclosed that he owes taxes but provided proof of an IRS payment plan that starts in September. He also submitted all required documentation. At the end of the interview, the officer said she needed to consult with her supervisor, and no decision was made.

Now here s the strange part my mom had her interview the very next day, July 23, with the same tax situation and identical documents, plus a medical waiver (Form N-648) and she was approved immediately. Her oath ceremony is scheduled for August 7.

So despite her case being arguably more complex, it was approved on the spot, while my dad's was not. Has anyone had something similar happen especially where one spouse is approved and the other is delayed due to supervisor review ? How long did it take for a decision or oath letter to come through?

Appreciate any insights. Thanks!

hello, in the past, years ago, when we update address online we used to enter our OLD and NEW address and date of move.

I just filled a form online on USCIS website however it only asked my A number and new address.

i also entered receipt number that i track my green card - not NVC number (i entered as cr1 visa)

i worry if i used a wrong form. is this all i need to know for address change requirement?

thank you for any guidance.

Hi,

I was wondering whether anyone is still waiting for their N-400 interview at USCIS local office in West Palm Beach, FL. I filed on 5 June 2024 and my status continues to state "Case is still being processed".

I am going to file soon a request for status update with USCIS since my wait time is outside the processing window now. Has anyone done this and been successful? I was also thinking whether to write a letter to my governor, but not sure if this would be helpful.

For context, my N-400 has a pending I-751 (but that has been processing for years now).

Big news my wife and stepson officially became U.S. citizens today! Hooray and Halelu-Yah!

But here s where things get interesting A friend of mine claims my stepson is technically without proof of status unless I spend $1,200 to get a specific document that shows he met all the legal custody requirements before turning 18 just in case he ever loses his passport after 18.

Now maybe the rules have changed with the rollout of biometric IDs (even though they've been issuing those for years), but I ve read the law myself. It says clearly that a photocopy of a valid U.S. passport, as long as it includes all the required information listed in the statute, along with a $165 fee, is sufficient. No $1,200 needed.

Still, my friend insists based on paid legal advice that spending the $1,200 fusd for this document now, is critical "just in case" for future protection.

I recently received email from US embassy in Tokyo that notified my interview month and not exact date.

From my knowledge (by reading people s blogs and watching YouTube) I thought NVC would send you the exact date of interview, then US embassy would email you as follow-up. However I haven t received anything from NVC.

Should I send inquiry to NVC?

I attached the screenshot of email.

if anyone know what to do please advise!