Changnoi

I had my naturalization ceremony on 09/21. It was a really great ceremony with a great judge speaking as well. I liked that there were representatives from the SS and the Women League who allows you to update your SS and  register to vote respectively. Got that updated and out of the way. Not in a rush to apply for a passport, will be getting that done next week.
 
720 new citizens from 92 different countries.
 
Finally done with immigration. Feels good to be a citizen. Good luck to everyone on their immigration journey.

FINALLY got the interview notice for November 7th today after 5 months of waiting. So, so, so happy to nearly be at the end of this!

9 months are pretty good timings at most of the filed offices. But majority of the posts i went through, ppl got the interview date much faster like in 4 months.

Milwaukee field office does the oath ceremony in 30 minutes.

My parents’ immigration journey is complete — they attended their Naturalization Oath Ceremony on August 23 and have received their Naturalization Certificates!! Updating the timeline below to reflect this… 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
 
07/03/18 GC approval date (both)
04/05/23 Eligibility date to file N-400
04/13/23 N-400 application filed online
04/13/23 LUD: “We received your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, and sent you a receipt notice.”
04/13/23 LUD: “Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS”
04/13/23 Receipt Date (estimated wait = 9 mos.)
04/13/23 I-797C NOA: Receipt Notice posted in myUSCIS
04/13/23 I-797C NOA: Biometric Reuse letter posted in myUSCIS
04/14/23 Email: “We have taken an action on your case” (both) w/ no further update in account
06/05/23 LUD: "Interview Was Scheduled"
06/05/23 I-797C NOA: Interview Notice posted in myUSCIS
07/11/23 Interview — both passed!
07/11/23 Received Form N-652, Naturalization Interview Results (Recommended for approval)
07/11/23 LUD: “We recommended that your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, be approved. Your case was submitted for quality review.” (Dad only)
07/11/23 LUD: “Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled” (Dad only)
07/12/23 LUD: “We recommended that your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, be approved. Your case was submitted for quality review.” (Mom only)
07/12/23 LUD: “Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled” (Mom only)
07/31/23 LUD: "Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed" (Dad only)
07/31/23 N-445 Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony posted in myUSCIS (Dad only)
08/07/23 Oath Letter Received via US Mail (Dad only)
08/10/23 LUD: "Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed" (Mom only)
08/10/23 N-445 Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony posted in myUSCIS (Mom only)
08/18/23 Oath Letter Received via US Mail (Mom only)
08/23/23 Oath Ceremony/N-550 Certificate of Naturalization Received -- at Detroit District Office!
08/25/23 LUD: "Certificate Of Naturalization Was Issued" (both)

07/07 Interview Scheduled for August 24
08/24 Interview & Oath 🙏🏼❤️

Okay so for those who just want the quick details,
The questions were:
What is an Amendment?
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
 
Reading Test – When is Columbus Day?
Writing Test – Columbus Day is in October.
No Definition Questions.
 
The day started with a 5 hour drive that began in the early AM hours to arrive in plenty of time for a 1pm appointment.
About 30 minutes before the appointment people started to show up outside the entrance whom I assume had a 1pm
appointment also. The security guard came out and said form a line. You will begin to be let in at 12:45. There is an 
advantage to being in the line early. I was second in line so I got in quickly. They only allow people with appointments
inside so anyone that comes with you has to wait outside. Only one person at a time is allowed at the desk for processing
so as they would finish the next person was waved in from the entry way. Phones have to be scanned separately. My 
bag with all documents was placed in a bin and scanned. Was told to stand at a line on the floor and wait to be waved
through. After walking through the metal detector, they also used the wand as an additional step. Retrieved my belongings
and was told to go to the second floor where I presented my appointment letter and passport, ID card and Green card.
The interviewer was very professional and friendly. Remained standing and took the Oath before beginning.
The interview took about 15 mins. The feared definition questions from the N400 never materialized as
it was only the standard yes, no questions that were asked. I had all my original documents that I had submitted online
but none of them were requested. After the interview was complete the Officer asked if I would like to attend the "Oath
Ceremony" that would be held in a couple of hours and I happily said yes. I was allowed to bring one person with me
to the "Oath Ceremony". It was like a dream standing there at the end of my immigration journey with a room full of people
who had walked the same path. Afterwards we all turned in our Green Cards and received our "Certificate of Naturalization".
It felt like winning a Gold Medal at the Olympics. As I looked around the room it was full of joy with 1000 watt smiles as
it began to sink in that our visa journey had come to an end. I thank God for the grace I experienced every step of the 
way. I had a sense during my journey that at many points seemed impossible that God was with me and had gone
before me and prepared the way. I would like to thank all of the Visa Journey friends I have met over the years who
took time to share their stories and update their timelines to leave breadcrumbs for others to follow. 

Okay so for those who just want the quick details,
The questions were:
What is an Amendment?
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
 
Reading Test – When is Columbus Day?
Writing Test – Columbus Day is in October.
No Definition Questions.
 
The day started with a 5 hour drive that began in the early AM hours to arrive in plenty of time for a 1pm appointment.
About 30 minutes before the appointment people started to show up outside the entrance whom I assume had a 1pm
appointment also. The security guard came out and said form a line. You will begin to be let in at 12:45. There is an 
advantage to being in the line early. I was second in line so I got in quickly. They only allow people with appointments
inside so anyone that comes with you has to wait outside. Only one person at a time is allowed at the desk for processing
so as they would finish the next person was waved in from the entry way. Phones have to be scanned separately. My 
bag with all documents was placed in a bin and scanned. Was told to stand at a line on the floor and wait to be waved
through. After walking through the metal detector, they also used the wand as an additional step. Retrieved my belongings
and was told to go to the second floor where I presented my appointment letter and passport, ID card and Green card.
The interviewer was very professional and friendly. Remained standing and took the Oath before beginning.
The interview took about 15 mins. The feared definition questions from the N400 never materialized as
it was only the standard yes, no questions that were asked. I had all my original documents that I had submitted online
but none of them were requested. After the interview was complete the Officer asked if I would like to attend the "Oath
Ceremony" that would be held in a couple of hours and I happily said yes. I was allowed to bring one person with me
to the "Oath Ceremony". It was like a dream standing there at the end of my immigration journey with a room full of people
who had walked the same path. Afterwards we all turned in our Green Cards and received our "Certificate of Naturalization".
It felt like winning a Gold Medal at the Olympics. As I looked around the room it was full of joy with 1000 watt smiles as
it began to sink in that our visa journey had come to an end. I thank God for the grace I experienced every step of the 
way. I had a sense during my journey that at many points seemed impossible that God was with me and had gone
before me and prepared the way. I would like to thank all of the Visa Journey friends I have met over the years who
took time to share their stories and update their timelines to leave breadcrumbs for others to follow. 

Just got my oath done today in Chicago.. no more stressing out.. it was a long journey but finally good now
 
 
Best of luck to everyone moving fwdpatience is a virtue and hold on tight. 

Field office Milwaukee
 
Filed April 25th, 2023
Biometrics May 24th
Interview Scheduled June 29th
Interview August 8th - Decision cannot be made
Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled - August 11th
Oath Ceremony Notice Was Mailed - August 14th
Oath Ceremony - August 30th!
 
So 4 months 5 days process in total! I'm happy!

Oath notice mailed. WooHoo! almost there.

Okay so for those who just want the quick details,
The questions were:
What is an Amendment?
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
 
Reading Test – When is Columbus Day?
Writing Test – Columbus Day is in October.
No Definition Questions.
 
The day started with a 5 hour drive that began in the early AM hours to arrive in plenty of time for a 1pm appointment.
About 30 minutes before the appointment people started to show up outside the entrance whom I assume had a 1pm
appointment also. The security guard came out and said form a line. You will begin to be let in at 12:45. There is an 
advantage to being in the line early. I was second in line so I got in quickly. They only allow people with appointments
inside so anyone that comes with you has to wait outside. Only one person at a time is allowed at the desk for processing
so as they would finish the next person was waved in from the entry way. Phones have to be scanned separately. My 
bag with all documents was placed in a bin and scanned. Was told to stand at a line on the floor and wait to be waved
through. After walking through the metal detector, they also used the wand as an additional step. Retrieved my belongings
and was told to go to the second floor where I presented my appointment letter and passport, ID card and Green card.
The interviewer was very professional and friendly. Remained standing and took the Oath before beginning.
The interview took about 15 mins. The feared definition questions from the N400 never materialized as
it was only the standard yes, no questions that were asked. I had all my original documents that I had submitted online
but none of them were requested. After the interview was complete the Officer asked if I would like to attend the "Oath
Ceremony" that would be held in a couple of hours and I happily said yes. I was allowed to bring one person with me
to the "Oath Ceremony". It was like a dream standing there at the end of my immigration journey with a room full of people
who had walked the same path. Afterwards we all turned in our Green Cards and received our "Certificate of Naturalization".
It felt like winning a Gold Medal at the Olympics. As I looked around the room it was full of joy with 1000 watt smiles as
it began to sink in that our visa journey had come to an end. I thank God for the grace I experienced every step of the 
way. I had a sense during my journey that at many points seemed impossible that God was with me and had gone
before me and prepared the way. I would like to thank all of the Visa Journey friends I have met over the years who
took time to share their stories and update their timelines to leave breadcrumbs for others to follow. 

Okay so for those who just want the quick details,
The questions were:
What is an Amendment?
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
 
Reading Test – When is Columbus Day?
Writing Test – Columbus Day is in October.
No Definition Questions.
 
The day started with a 5 hour drive that began in the early AM hours to arrive in plenty of time for a 1pm appointment.
About 30 minutes before the appointment people started to show up outside the entrance whom I assume had a 1pm
appointment also. The security guard came out and said form a line. You will begin to be let in at 12:45. There is an 
advantage to being in the line early. I was second in line so I got in quickly. They only allow people with appointments
inside so anyone that comes with you has to wait outside. Only one person at a time is allowed at the desk for processing
so as they would finish the next person was waved in from the entry way. Phones have to be scanned separately. My 
bag with all documents was placed in a bin and scanned. Was told to stand at a line on the floor and wait to be waved
through. After walking through the metal detector, they also used the wand as an additional step. Retrieved my belongings
and was told to go to the second floor where I presented my appointment letter and passport, ID card and Green card.
The interviewer was very professional and friendly. Remained standing and took the Oath before beginning.
The interview took about 15 mins. The feared definition questions from the N400 never materialized as
it was only the standard yes, no questions that were asked. I had all my original documents that I had submitted online
but none of them were requested. After the interview was complete the Officer asked if I would like to attend the "Oath
Ceremony" that would be held in a couple of hours and I happily said yes. I was allowed to bring one person with me
to the "Oath Ceremony". It was like a dream standing there at the end of my immigration journey with a room full of people
who had walked the same path. Afterwards we all turned in our Green Cards and received our "Certificate of Naturalization".
It felt like winning a Gold Medal at the Olympics. As I looked around the room it was full of joy with 1000 watt smiles as
it began to sink in that our visa journey had come to an end. I thank God for the grace I experienced every step of the 
way. I had a sense during my journey that at many points seemed impossible that God was with me and had gone
before me and prepared the way. I would like to thank all of the Visa Journey friends I have met over the years who
took time to share their stories and update their timelines to leave breadcrumbs for others to follow. 

@Changnoi congratulations!!! thank you for sharing your experience in Norfolk!

Okay so for those who just want the quick details,
The questions were:
What is an Amendment?
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
 
Reading Test – When is Columbus Day?
Writing Test – Columbus Day is in October.
No Definition Questions.
 
The day started with a 5 hour drive that began in the early AM hours to arrive in plenty of time for a 1pm appointment.
About 30 minutes before the appointment people started to show up outside the entrance whom I assume had a 1pm
appointment also. The security guard came out and said form a line. You will begin to be let in at 12:45. There is an 
advantage to being in the line early. I was second in line so I got in quickly. They only allow people with appointments
inside so anyone that comes with you has to wait outside. Only one person at a time is allowed at the desk for processing
so as they would finish the next person was waved in from the entry way. Phones have to be scanned separately. My 
bag with all documents was placed in a bin and scanned. Was told to stand at a line on the floor and wait to be waved
through. After walking through the metal detector, they also used the wand as an additional step. Retrieved my belongings
and was told to go to the second floor where I presented my appointment letter and passport, ID card and Green card.
The interviewer was very professional and friendly. Remained standing and took the Oath before beginning.
The interview took about 15 mins. The feared definition questions from the N400 never materialized as
it was only the standard yes, no questions that were asked. I had all my original documents that I had submitted online
but none of them were requested. After the interview was complete the Officer asked if I would like to attend the "Oath
Ceremony" that would be held in a couple of hours and I happily said yes. I was allowed to bring one person with me
to the "Oath Ceremony". It was like a dream standing there at the end of my immigration journey with a room full of people
who had walked the same path. Afterwards we all turned in our Green Cards and received our "Certificate of Naturalization".
It felt like winning a Gold Medal at the Olympics. As I looked around the room it was full of joy with 1000 watt smiles as
it began to sink in that our visa journey had come to an end. I thank God for the grace I experienced every step of the 
way. I had a sense during my journey that at many points seemed impossible that God was with me and had gone
before me and prepared the way. I would like to thank all of the Visa Journey friends I have met over the years who
took time to share their stories and update their timelines to leave breadcrumbs for others to follow. 

Okay so for those who just want the quick details,
The questions were:
What is an Amendment?
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
 
Reading Test – When is Columbus Day?
Writing Test – Columbus Day is in October.
No Definition Questions.
 
The day started with a 5 hour drive that began in the early AM hours to arrive in plenty of time for a 1pm appointment.
About 30 minutes before the appointment people started to show up outside the entrance whom I assume had a 1pm
appointment also. The security guard came out and said form a line. You will begin to be let in at 12:45. There is an 
advantage to being in the line early. I was second in line so I got in quickly. They only allow people with appointments
inside so anyone that comes with you has to wait outside. Only one person at a time is allowed at the desk for processing
so as they would finish the next person was waved in from the entry way. Phones have to be scanned separately. My 
bag with all documents was placed in a bin and scanned. Was told to stand at a line on the floor and wait to be waved
through. After walking through the metal detector, they also used the wand as an additional step. Retrieved my belongings
and was told to go to the second floor where I presented my appointment letter and passport, ID card and Green card.
The interviewer was very professional and friendly. Remained standing and took the Oath before beginning.
The interview took about 15 mins. The feared definition questions from the N400 never materialized as
it was only the standard yes, no questions that were asked. I had all my original documents that I had submitted online
but none of them were requested. After the interview was complete the Officer asked if I would like to attend the "Oath
Ceremony" that would be held in a couple of hours and I happily said yes. I was allowed to bring one person with me
to the "Oath Ceremony". It was like a dream standing there at the end of my immigration journey with a room full of people
who had walked the same path. Afterwards we all turned in our Green Cards and received our "Certificate of Naturalization".
It felt like winning a Gold Medal at the Olympics. As I looked around the room it was full of joy with 1000 watt smiles as
it began to sink in that our visa journey had come to an end. I thank God for the grace I experienced every step of the 
way. I had a sense during my journey that at many points seemed impossible that God was with me and had gone
before me and prepared the way. I would like to thank all of the Visa Journey friends I have met over the years who
took time to share their stories and update their timelines to leave breadcrumbs for others to follow. 

Status changed today to "Oath ceremony will be scheduled".

Oath ceremony scheduled for early September and ROC now shows as approved. Pleasantly surprised how quick they moved things forward!

Congratulations!! Mine is scheduled for August 23rd.

When was your interview? How long did you wait till they mailed you your oath-taking Ceremony notice?  Did you have a pending I-751 as well?

I had my interview today! Everything went okay. Now waiting for the approval of I-751 and Oath Taking Ceremony

I don't normally post, but I just had to come and send a great big THANK YOU to the VJ Community!  7 years ago, I went to see a lawyer to inquire about the K1 Visa process.  That lawyer quoted me over $3,000 to help me with the K1 and Adjustment of Status paperwork; I just knew there had to be a way that I could do it on my own.
 
Well, with some research, I stumbled across Visa Journey and I found the confidence to do this process by myself, by remembering to READ, be HONEST, and TIMELY with all things immigration related.  As a result, yesterday marked the end of our journey as my husband took his oath and officially became a United States Citizen.
 
Though a lot of details aren't needed and you can see our full journey in my signature, here's a recap of our journey, done entirely by ourselves and without paying any money for assistance:
 
1.  K1 Visa filed May 2017
2.  Fiancé entered the United States June 2018 and we married August 2018
3. Adjustment of Status filed August 2018
4.  Green Card issued February 2019
5.  Removal of Conditions filed December 2020
6.  Permanent Residency Granted January 2022
7. Citizenship Application filed September 2022
8. Citizenship Interview - February 2023
9.  Oath Taken - June 2023
 
At each step of the process, I came here to read the experience of others and join forums of those going through the process at the same time.  The members of the VJ community are an invaluable resource and I just wanted to say thank you and to encourage all of you still in the process that there is light at the end of the tunnel.  Have faith and patience, and it will happen in its own time.  

Well, the wife had her interview today 10:30am appointment time. I want to advise everyone that this is second hand information from a wired and excited woman so I had to glean portions of the following events: The interview was conducted at our local FO in Irving, Texas or for those not familiar with Irving, you can say Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. For that reason we left the house at 6:30am, why you ask so early the traffic in this area is horrendous and we did not want to risk traffic and a back log due to a wreck or construction so we gave ourselves ample time (it's about an hours drive anyway).
 
We arrived about 7:50am so we had a long wait until her appointment time, but we were ready we had pillows, blankets snacks, etc. You know the wife had to bring her make up kits and comb, brush, lipstick, etc since she would be messing her hair up while waiting (women) 😁. The place had interviews starting at 7am so they were in full swing once we got there. They would not let her enter the building until 15 minutes prior to her scheduled time. I knew from talking to several other people as they came out that I would not be allowed to go inside the building.
 
These are the questions they asked her remember you need 6 correct out of 10. The wife got the first 6 correct so they only asked 6 questions:
 
1. Who is your US Senator
2. Name your US Representative
3. Who veto's bills
4. What state borders Mexico
5. What is Benjamin Franklin famous/known for
6. What is a constitution
 
She had a short sentence to read: Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Sentence to write: What is one promise that you make when you become a United States citizen?
 
She said the IO was cordial and told her she had passed the civics and reading and writing portions. The wife said she saw our I-751 package on his desk all 6lbs of it. He asked where her spouse was and she said in the car, it was at that time he told her  the interview was a combination, but there was no need for me to attend. She said he was concerned to see 2022 taxes and he wanted proof that we were living together. He also asked for items from the filing of the I-751 until the interview, which by the way served as items for the N400 too. Mind you all this happened in about 15 minutes she said the IO seemed rushed but he did not miss a beat. The IO gave her a Form N-652 which stated she had passed the civics, written and writing test. It also stated that he would be recommending approval of the I-751 and the N-400.
 
One important detail I think everyone should know she said the I-751 sitting there in all its glory was basically an after thought and the IO did not waste to much time on it.  He had already gone through it as it was in disarray sitting on his desk. All in all the wife said she was relaxed and the everything  happened like she had studied and we had rehearsed (we did plan on her going inside the interview alone without me.) She was not bothered by that fact since we covered it as a possible scenario before hand.
 
As of a few minutes ago we got status  saying "Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled." Just a side note in all the excitement the wife forgot to take a picture besides the USCIS name plate, so I have to drive out AGAIN this Saturday so she can get dressed up again just to take a picture of the sign on the building geeezzzz!!!!!  End of story!
 
 

Had my interview today and was recommended for approval due to my I-751 file not being sent in yet. Interview took about 20-25 mins due to his system being slow and laggy. Good luck everyone.

Good Luck to you. Just a word about N400 vocabulary and the interview. Generally USCIS examiners are not testing English by asking for all the definitions of the 
words in the N400 because some of them are advanced legal terms are not “words in ordinary usage.”  However I occasionally read an interview report that they have
been asked to explain the meaning of word so I provided the link to the vocabulary and definitions just as a way to become familiar and comfortable with the words that
may come up during the interview so that should they come up in the interview it wont be the first time that you have seen them and thought about their meaning. 
Most interviews I have read seem to average 15 mins. Super excited, cant wait, 8 days and counting. God bless everyone with peace so that you can breeze through
the interview.