Fr8dog

I can confirm that 5 years is absolutely not a problem. (took me that long because reasons). SSA was about 4 years (couldn't be bothered with it) and completely forgot about DMV until I went to renew my license (also 5 years)

Don't be disappointed if they only want to see your passport and your green card during the interview. I mean have everything with you and ready to go, but I wasn't even asked about the payment plan. "I see here that you have filed all your taxes as required, excellent well I guess it's time to go over the rest of the form then" and that was it.

I'm going out on a limb here and say "sure why not" don't have any proof for 2 months, but did one month myself and it wasn't brought up (honestly I never even thought about it being a thing). Just because your married doesn't mean you have to do everything together.

More things for you to keep in mind. Any and all documents you get from the Dutch government, or any local entity, are available in a "European format" Always ask for this format as it is already translated in English and can be used for the visa process as well. So "uittreksel geboorteregister", "verklaring omtrent gedrag (VOG) come to mind but I would just start asking for the European format for everything from now on. And bring them with you to the US, you'll need some of them again in later stages. Keep your DigID active and get one for your son (if able) they are very useful later on (and needed for passport renewals) getting them activated in the US is a royal pain in the rear. Read up on the Dutch laws regarding dual citizenship (should you and your son want to become US citizens) you would be covered by being married to a US citizen but I'm not sure how that would work for your son. Dutch government still does not want people to have dual citizenship so unless you actively keep it you can and will loose it. There, now you have different stuff to worry about and keep you busy. You're welcome 😎

First thing I would do is to check what forms have been submitted with the incorrect date. Is it only the I-751 or is it also incorrect on your card? If it is only the I-751 I'm kind of surprised that the system took the update without spitting out an RFE. If it is correct on all the other forms you've submitted and it is only the I751 I would leave it till the biometrics appointment and bring it up with them. Personally I am not a fan of trying to get something updated through another form while having an appointment. The chance of the appointment being screwed up because the updated info does not get processed correctly or in time is too high for me.

https://www.juridischloket.nl/ Should be your starting point (in case you hadn't found that one yet) assuming you are Dutch or speak Dutch fluently. Personally I would not trust the English version. Most of the government sites have many translation errors in it.

Dutch laws have an annoying habit of translating perfectly fine into English but have a somewhat (or completely) different meaning and consequences. Make sure if you do things in one country, that you want to then use in the other, that you have it thoroughly checked out by the system (lawyers) on both side. Voogdij (dutch) does translate into guardian but also into legal custody. Do not rely on English speaking Dutch lawyers or on Dutch speaking American Lawyers. you need someone who is fully familiar with both sides. Name changes are another thing that work completely different and yet translate very easily. Maiden name would translate into meisjesnaam, but the legal base is completely different. (Dutch law does not let you change your name after marriage. You can add your partners last name to yours in your passport but it is not a legal name change). Several laws have changed so I'm not sure how easy it is for a child to change its last name.

One of the reason they want transcripts is that know what they look like, and they show they are from the IRS and they show you have filed. I you are not able to get the 5th year, you might still be able to request it from the IRS through regular mail. If all else fails I would try the account transcript combined with your own copy of the filing that might do the trick.

I'm pretty sure that it is/was so common that that is one of the reasons they started handing out A-numbers. Your A-number is what they use for everything. Even if you contact them after you become a citizen for some copies (don't ask) they still need your a-number to find you in there system.

You can also try the (by now) ancient method of calling a CBP entry point (yes they do answer the phone belief it or not) and ask them if they have any way of helping you or pointing you in the right direction. I have needed some information from them a few years back and they were very friendly and helpful (your mileage may vary).

Don't know if this is still relevant (it's been years for me) but the "manila envelope" she handed over had several papers in it. They give you back the portion they don't need (should be the DS3025 and the x-ray). If the DS3025 is complete and correctly filled out (and your medical is still considered valid) you can put it in with the AOS package as a friendly reminder to the staff that you have had the required medical. I had included the DS3025 and my AOS was approved. My "manila envelope" apparently never made it into my file. This missing paperwork turned into a major delay for my ROC. Your options are (depending on what you find important) - Search harder (and hope it turns up) - Do nothing, send the AOS and hope the paperwork is in your file and correct. If it's not you most likely will get an RFE. - Get a new medical (expensive but relatively quick). Submit with AOS - Contact the Doctor in Italy and see if they are wiling to send you copies.

Regardless of anybodies opinion or experience on this forum, I think we can all agree on one thing in this case. - This does not sound like a DIY case. Changes of getting approved with a good (really good) lawyer aren't great, Changes of approval at this alone going are in the 1% range. Old user gave you a link to find a local lawyer. I suggest you spent the time before the interview getting a good one. We are not going to be able to give you the answers you want the hear.

I had the exact opposite experience. I found the N400 interview to be a very pleasant experience and felt that they wanted me to become a citizen as well. Problem with the information age is that positive articles do not sell ads so they are not popular. And most people post online because the run into issues not because everything went according to plan.

Sounds to me like a miss placed file more than anything else. Unless they told her something different at the conclusion of the interview, most "pending" cases just need a review from an authorized officer and then off to the ceremony line it is. If it is a miss placed file, nobody is ever going to voluntarily look for it. You need to do something to get them to start looking. The previous attempts have led them to look in the system (nope nothing to see here) and tell you that you are within normal waiting range. INA 236b is probably the only way that somebody will actually go look for the file.

Interesting cause that is why I have a problem with it (though on a state level). The fact that it is "winner take all" means that every republican that votes in California has his vote executed for team Blue. Same with New York. And everybody in the "fly over states" gets to play for Team Red regardless of there vote. I pick any square on the ballot box for presidency I want but I live in a blue state so it's pointless. It has become that what it was suppose to prevent. a few (the swing states of that year) decide the fate of the rest.

I'm not a fan of the electoral college to begin with. This would give a handful of residence (potentially 1) 3 electoral votes during elections. Meaning the sitting power (regardless of whom it is) will no longer need a majority for their parties next term but only 49%. And that is not the popular vote.

Are we just all forgetting about the implications of the 23rd amendment on this "idea" or do we assume we're able to get enough states lined up to repeal it?

Few remarks here. - First and foremost. He'll be fine. - depending on the exact date he may not even have had a "ban" to begin with. I'm pretty sure that went into effect in 1997 but the exact date I can't remember. - This era was the wonderful time before databases. Everything INS(remember that name people?) related was paper based. Lots of those records having never been digitized and many have been lost. - When he gets to the K1 interview stage he must declare the overstay. Again it's fine but if he does not mention it at it pops up during his background check he's toast.

No need to reinvent the wheel. They give you the questions and the answers in one handy little booklet (at least the used to). Only questions you have to find the answer to are the ones about the elected officials (you will get at least one of those). Nobody is enjoying this part and I'm sure the officers hate it more then we do. They have to do this show every single day and multiple times a day at that.

Stuff goes missing, it happens. Sometimes really import stuff goes missing unfortunately that happens to . The only thing I know for sure is that nobody is going to look for your card unless they are told to (so good thing you filed the form). If it has fallen out of a bag in the post office it may take a while before they find it. If it was miss-sorted it may turn up faster. Most customer track & trace solutions only show limited details and do not report any movement if it has been routed incorrectly of mysteriously got lost for several days. Usually there is a select group of individuals that are tasked with investigating and finding missing items and you'll be amazed at what they are able to recover. But it can take a very long time.

That's five more then we had/have. Rest of your list looks pretty solid to me.

You have what you have. Financial evidence is nice to have, it makes it easier, but it's not a deal breaker if you don't. You can expect some questions on why things are the way they are and then you give them the reason. They'll know if they are dealing with a real couple or not. One thing I noticed during our interview (ROC) was that the officer did not really direct questions to either one of us. She just kind off threw it out there and one of us would answer. (And on some answers the other would then give more info). Looking back I think that the officer did that on purpose to see what kind of respond we would give. As for what else you can bring: - cell phone bills - mail in either or both names - The permission slip that the step parent signed - Emergency contact lists from school - 401K beneficiary docs. - Will and estate documents. - The receipt from the agent doing security clearance interviews on your neighbors. (Not common, I had 2 of those but never had to use them). - The HOA pool membership. Basically anything that can tie both of you to the same address. Non of these examples here are "strong" on their own, but combined they tell a story.

Information changes, that's one of the reasons they go over the whole form with you during the interview. So they can update it with the latest most current info. They usually even ask before hand if there is any updates that need to be discussed. If you don't have a same day ceremony they ask that question again before the ceremony. I would fill in the form with the current situation, whatever it is, not the 2024 tax situation(you are signing it stating it is true and correct at that date) and amend it, if necessary, at the interview. So the situation you are planning on using for the 2025 tax return.

You need to clear the hurdle of the "check-in agent" they need the letter and the card to get an OK in the system to let you board. There are ways for them to get an authorization from the US without these docs, but you are most likely looking at lengthy delays and missed flights if you go that route. And potentially just a flat refusal to be boarded (they are not required to take you) Even if you get on the flight without the card, you will most likely face extended time in "secondary" leading to more delays and potential missed flights. And hoping for a sympathetic agent that is willing to help you out. If there is a way to get the card to you before departure that would be the easiest way to go. If it is not an option, it's time to contact the embassy/consulate and have it resolved ASAP. Appointments might be limited so I would not wait till the last minute to have this resolved. Personally I think I would go for the two prong attack and start getting the card as well as contacting the consulate.

https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual/volume-12-part-e-chapter-2#footnotelink-7 The way I read it it's OK to ask for clarification but she does need to understand the questions asked. You got a year? I think it's time to ditch the Thai language and only use English around her.