6 hours ago, Mags8005 said:

Should I panic ? Will there be any problems if I get there next morning on the 10th.

I can't book any other appointment.

My status says case transferred to local office on 8th of April.

I filled January 2017.

NO need to panic. You're still in status, no issues whatsoever.

1 hour ago, frigatebird said:

@NikkosanWow, I really like your experience. Your officer seems to be a very nice person. It's a blessing, I wish I will have the same smooth experience as you had. Thanks very much Nikkosan

Pleasure! Anything to ease a fellow VJer's mind!

3 minutes ago, frigatebird said:

Thanks a lot for your testimony of successful cases. I think that might be the norm for us who applied N400. They just couldn't approve either on the spot. How long was your interview for I 751 part? So did they review your ROC before interview or they reviewed it after the combined interview?

 

I'll answer based on my experience (I know you quoted JimyAnita...):

The I-751 interview was really just a friendly chat. She had the form in front of her and she asked DOBs and SSN. Then she asked my spouse (US citizen) for how long we have been married, where we met, and a couple of questions about my family. She was very happy with us and mentioned that LGBT couples are usually very prepared, and she liked that (LOL).

We did the ROC interview first, and then my spouse was accompanied out of the room, and we went ahead with the N-400: testing first, and then every single question out of the N-400 form. At the end, I was made to sign an electronic pad (I revised/explained some of the answers, and she changed them on the form), and after that, I was given a form saying I was recommended for approval. That was it! Very easy!

3 minutes ago, frigatebird said:

I see, not too much people are from Honolulu, HI. Looks like the processing speed is Ok, before USCIS revamped the site. For N 400, Honolulu Hi was on Apr.15, 2017 400 as of the 12/31/2016.

Shouldn't be too long then!

20 minutes ago, frigatebird said:

You mean the thread of a particular field office? I only found a thread about Honolulu HI USCIS field office review (my field office is Honolulu). That would be great if I can find some thread in regards the processing of my field office, do you know if VJ has any?

Yes, that's what I meant, but sorry, I wouldn't know about threads for HI (perhaps a search also on Google, out of VJ? I did find some info on mine that way).

10 minutes ago, frigatebird said:

Thanks a lot for your update, I filed my N 400 in Jan 2018. I'm early Dec. 2016 I 751 filer, I 751 is moving towards Dec. 2016. I guess most likely CSC will skip mine. So I wish I could have N 400 interview scheduled in May, praying..

Have you looked at threads specific to your Field Office? That may give you a heads up on how things are proceeding. Either way, just keep thinking that you have been in line for your N-400 since January, and that these months are not wasted. You're keeping your spot in the line!

2 hours ago, bcb said:

Yes, that's it! In our case, it was a bit surreal, since we had a same-day oath ceremony, and days later, the system still said to watch out for the oath ceremony letter. (And yes, about a week after becoming US citizens, there it was in the mail :-) ).

Good luck, you're almost there!!

Thanks! I can't wait! Almost there! LOL

21 minutes ago, frigatebird said:

Congrats to everyone who got approval. I have more concerns whether filed N 400 was a wise decision. Looks like once filed N 400, CSC will not handle the case but let it adjudicate with N 400. However, plenty people reported when they went to N400 interview, after they passed the test officer didn't approve n 400 - the reason is they are waiting for I 751 to be done first. Has it become a chicken and egg question? I 751 is supposed to be processed first, but CSC leaves it to be adjudicated with N 400, then local office says they have to wait for I 751. I'm wondering when that happens, does USCIS give any timeframe for people who pass N 400 interview but wait for them to complete I 751?

That happened to me.

However, I'm happy to report that yesterday, roughly 40 days after the interview, BOTH my ROC and N-400 were approved. A card has been mailed to me, and I've been placed in line to take the oath. So yeah, it still worked out for the best and I have definitely saved time by applying for the N-400 when I did. 

Filing for the N-400 was a wise decision in my case. I hope it turns out the same for you. Best of luck!

I feel you... :-( 

3 minutes ago, lavenderyu said:

Hey do you have your interview already?? That is so nice! I am still waiting for my interview to be scheduled. Do you know if there is anything I can do??

I had my interview in March (3/12), and they combined that with the ROC interview as well. I was recommended for approval, however, my N-400 was stuck in limbo until yesterday, when it was finally approved.

Not sure there's anything you can do to get an interview scheduled, unless you have already been waiting a ridiculous amount of time (I know of people at one of the other FL offices who's been waiting longer than a year, completely absurd!).

2 minutes ago, bob72601 said:

Yes, that is what happened. This morning the online site showed Oath Ceremony Scheduled. Letter will show up in a few days. I expect to see it online tomorrow.

OK, great! Fingers crossed mine changes just as fast. It does sound . like I may have to come back early from one of the trips to naturalize. I'm cool with that! LOL

2 minutes ago, bob72601 said:

We are about there! Been a long and costly process. But the end is very near. 

No kidding! I have lost my sanity countless times. Luckily we had VJ!

And now we just started the reverse process (Italian citizenship for my spouse!). That's going to take roughly 2 years of literally "nothing". It will sit untouched until the 2 years have passed, and then it will be approved... LOL

6 minutes ago, bob72601 said:

yes, that is exactly where we are at this moment. Oath Ceremony letter mailed and will show up online in a few days. 

Thanks, @bob72601.

So basically you had the interview on the 18, had the "We approved you application" message first, and now it switched to "We scheduled your naturalization ceremony"? 

Alright,

Did a bit more research and this is what will likely happen, am I correct?

Hey everyone!

My N-400 was finally approved and I now see the "My Oath Ceremony Will Be Scheduled" on the egov.uscis.gov website, and the "We approved your application, your final step to becoming a citizen is to attend your naturalization ceremony" on the My.uscis.gov website.

Quick question to those that also filed online like I did: @destinychild1, @bcb, @Shamif, @Cjax, and @k4kovisit (or indeed anyone else who knows the answer):

1. Is there any further communication update I'll be receiving on these two websites?

2. Will the oath ceremony scheduling letter also appear in my "Documents" tab just like the Biometrics Appointment and Interview Letter?

Thanks in advance to anyone kind enough to clarify this for me. I'll be out of the country for a considerable amount of time within the next couple of months, so I'm trying to figure things out!

1 minute ago, ApplyingforN400 said:

To be honest, some IOs and supervisors work like robots and still stuck in their training from the 90s, I would not be surprised if one thought the regular procedure after interview is to send I751 back to CSC since “thats where these get approved”. 

Laaaaawd have merrrrcy! 

1 minute ago, ApplyingforN400 said:

The “IT issue” from what im gathering seems to be the file not being transferred to the local office and is still at the center waiting its turn for approval. If the file is not requested by the local office than you will have to wait its “normal” processing turn at the center

Unfortunately that doesn't seem to be the case as I did see my file in front of me at the interview, AND, I received a letter from the local field office when I inquired about being out of processing time according to the "glitch" update (so basically while everyone who also inquired received a letter from CSC, mine came from the local FO).

Also, I asked both the IO and his supervisor about this IT issue, and they both explained that it was a software problem not allowing them to electronically approve my I-751. I didn't believe them then, and I don't believe them now, but unfortunately, based on USCIS processing times, my I-751 is still within the limits, so I can't really do much more than what I did already (case inquiry with: Infopass, website, congressman).

I'm trying to simply focus on the fact that I've already had my N-400 interview, and that I was indeed recommended for approval. So basically I'm THIS close to wrapping things up (which is probably why I'm getting so impatient!).

11 hours ago, hope001 said:

Thanks. You will get an approval soon. Keep me update 

Thank you for the positive thoughts, they are VERY much appreciated and needed.

I'm thankful for the moral support and updates that VJ provides us with through our interaction.

Let us know once you receive the physical letter with the oath ceremony date.

16 minutes ago, hope001 said:

Per last Info pass appointment, my I-751 case was transferred to local office in March 10. You will get notification soon. It just takes time and totally possible if you apply N-400 while i-751 is pending. It will definitely speed up your case. I would say infopass appointment would help if you ask them that you want to have an inquiry to your IO 

I went already (twice!). Just like you, both my I-751 and N-400 were processed on the same day on March 12 (friendly conversation, and I left the building with a "recommended for approval" letter).

When I went back to ask why it was taking this long, they mentioned an IT issue that prevents them from approving my I-751, therefore blocking the approval of the N-400. It's frustrating, because I know that's BS, however, there's not much that I can do other than wait (since I have also already been in touch with my congressman). 

Your post gives me hope... Who knows! I'll be traveling next month for several weeks, so it's either now or when I get back. Either way I'm not really holding my breath!

Again, congrats!

@hope001,

I'm in the same situation, except my two cases are still stuck in limbo at my local field office, even with congressman's involvement (I'll try again once my ROC is outside normal processing time).

Fingers crossed my case also moves forward just like yours did. Congratulations!

2 minutes ago, Mlaroussi said:

I am in the same situation. After my research and speaking with Tier 2 offices as well as with officers in my local Tampa Office, we will not receive a green card. We will have a joint interview for Removing of conditions as well as the Citizenship test the same day. The first interview is with your wife or husband ( the petitioner), asking typical questions about marriage and stuff. Second interview  ( that same day) is the Citizenship test.
I am still waiting to be scheduled for an interview.

Good luck! 

Good luck with that...!

We had both on March 12 and we're still waiting. They mentioned an IT glitch within their system that prevents them from approving our I-751, and therefore moving forward with approving the N-400 and scheduling the oath ceremony! LOL I know, pathetic!

2 minutes ago, ApplyingforN400 said:

😂😂  atleast we can laugh at the mental illnesses they are causing us. 

No kidding!!! 

1 minute ago, MHZ said:

Feels like 2 months to approve 2 weeks

Sounds pretty accurate...

18 minutes ago, Dualie said:

Just looking forward to the day that USCIS is no longer a part of my life 

Amen!

17 minutes ago, jwiiDR said:

Hey all,

 

Husband applied for removal in November 16, got an extension a couple months later because of back log from department. I’m pretty sure the extension has expired. Any suggestions on what to do? From what I can tell not many have been approved. Just trying to get an idea of how I can help him.

You need to get an InfoPass appointment here: https://my.uscis.gov/en/appointment/new?appointment[international]=false

They will give you an extension stamp at your local filed office. It's been discussed countless time, so it shouldn't be too difficult to find further info if needed. Hopefully he will get the ROC processed soon, but an extension is always a good thing to have, especially if you're planning for international travel.

Best of luck.

1 hour ago, CoTL said:

Still patiently waiting. I've misplaced my biometrics letter a long time ago so I haven't checked on my status. Hopefully everything is fine though. This whole time waiting, I've had another baby, halfway done with nursing school, it's a crazy long wait!

Wow, congratulations!!!

That is hilarious, wonderful, and sad at the same time! Only with USCIS! LOL

13 minutes ago, AdnanS said:

We are still reviewing your case and there are no updates at this time

We will notify you when your case status changes. We last took action on your case on March 29, 2018.     ---- I got this message few days back in email, however, it doesn't show anything in USCIS website.    Should I expect this as a good sign?

No, it's simply an automated message which can be deleted in your DHS control panel.