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1 hour ago, yuna628 said:

This website will give you a good overview of the requirements. 

https://britishexpats.com/wiki/Spouse_Immigration-UK

This is EXACTLY the info I needed. Thank you so much!

Hey, Everyone. 
 

I did a post around 3 years ago about the difficulties adjusting to the US. At the time I had my GC and was struggling to get by and found it incredibly hard to adjust to my/our new life here. 
 

I did take everyone’s advice. And I am so thankful I did. Thank you to everyone who commented on that post with their advice. 

Another 3 years have passed by and being in a more financially stable position and I have had my citizenship for over a year, we‘re still wanting to return to the U.K. This is nothing negative towards the the US. I love this country because it is the country I met the love of my life. 
 

We do plan on returning to the U.K. I have googled and researched as much information as possible and there is one thing I am struggling to understand and I would love some advice/answers from my fellow VJ people. 
 

As I am not currently a resident of the UK, I do hold British citizenship. Me and my wife have had jobs earning over the £18,600 threshold for 3 years. The accommodation side of things are no problem. 
 

Now this is what I do not understand. As a British citizen returning to the U.K, do I have to have a job lined up within 2 months of returning? Or, if I have cash savings over £62,500 would that be an option instead? 
 

Im a little confused on the financial side of things. Can I have savings or do I need to have a job lined up regardless of my amount of savings? (Over £200,000) 

Any information would be appreciated and I thank you for the time to read my post. 
 

Thanks. 
 

Thanks, Guys! I appreciate your response.

I just searched a couple of receipt numbers and there was one with movement today. All good. Thanks again! 

Hey, Everyone.

So I woke up this morning to an email from USCIS. Everyone knows that feeling you get in your stomach when you pray for good news or just extremely happy there is movement on your case. 
 

So I received an email today and it looked different from my previous emails. The email address was “no-reply@uscis.dhs.gov” stating

“We have taken action on your case. 

”Sign in to your account to view your case status”

That is all the email said. And half of the USCIS logo was missing. 
 

Usually with USCIS emails they tell me directly through email my current case status or any letters I will be receiving and I also receive text messages. 
 

I signed into my online account and everything is still the same? 
 

Has anyone else had these emails before?
 

Thanks.  

1 minute ago, JeanneAdil said:

i only ask as December and January both have 31 days / haven't gone to the calculator but i know if it is sent in too soon (even a day ) they keep your money and make u reapply

but it is from date of green card not marriage date

 

Oh I made sure I counted the days precisely lol. Thank you for your reply, though. I will be waiting a couple of days just incase. 

1 minute ago, JeanneAdil said:

are u sure?

you got your green card 3/6 / 2019

so,  not quite ready for the 90 days to start

it is 3 years from permanent residency

 Permanent resident for at least 3 years if you are married to a US citizen.Jun 24, 2020

Yes. 3 Years from 3/6/2019 will be 3/6/2022. 90 days before this date is 12/6/2021. I am married to a US Citizen.

1 minute ago, Mike E said:

If applying by mail with tracking, zero reason to wait a week.  

Ok my window opened yesterday, safe to send application today?

1 minute ago, Dashinka said:

Looking at the USCIS site, you can use the G1450 for filing the N400 by mail and pay using a credit card  (apologies, I was thinking of the G1145 form).

 

Good Luck!

No problem! I was thinking I should add form G-1145 because I have always used it with previous applications. Would it be ok to use this?

1 minute ago, Dashinka said:

My wife did not use the G1450 when she applied via mail.  I don't think it would hurt to include it.  As to what to include, review the N400 instructions, there is very little required evidence that needs to be submitted, but much that is needed to bring to the interview.  When my wife applied, she only included the required evidence, but brought everything else to the interview where the IO ignored it.

Thank you so much for your reply! 

May I ask if your wife used a money order? I have everything on the list so that is good to know that I do not need anymore evidence. 

Hey, Everyone. 

So my 90 day window opened yesterday to apply for Naturalization (3 year GC) I wont be applying until next week just incase.

I  do have a couple of questions regarding the application if anyone can help me?

- I will be applying via mail (I have applied via mail with every application) is using form G-1450 ok to use with Form N-400?

- I will be including our joint tax statements, our current lease and our joint bank account information. Is there anything else I should include?

Any information you guys could give would be great.

Thank you so much.

5 minutes ago, Dashinka said:

Yes, check the calculator, or simply look at the "Residence Since" date on your GC go out three years and count back 90 days on a calendar.  It is recommended to not file on the first day the 90 day window opens up especially if filing online as there was at least one story where the computer dating showed the application being a day early as the member submitted it minutes after the window opened.  The member was eventually able to clear it up, but who needs that headache.

 

Good Luck!

Wow thank you for the advice! I probably wont do it online because I have no idea how any of their websites work and I have had so much trouble with them in the past. Dashinka, would it be ok for me to PM you with another question?

1 minute ago, Dashinka said:

Essentially, if you meet all the requirements for the 3 year rule to file the N400, you can file the N400 about a year after you file the I751.  If naturalization is you eventual goal, there is no downside to filing the N400 and get that clock started.

 

Good Luck!

Wouldn't it be denied as it is not in the 90 day period? 

1 minute ago, PaulaCJohnny said:

3 years after your permanent residency starts if you are married with a US citizen. Is not from the date of your marriage.

This is what I thought and why I was a little confused, Thank you for your reply. Quick question, Can I apply for citizenship 90 days before the 3 year GC period? 

Hello, Everyone! 

It has been a long time since my last post. I have been scrolling though some posts and I have A LOT of questions. 

I applied for my 18 month extension letter in December 2020. I received it in February 2021 (Great news). I was under the impression that I am currently in the waiting period to receive my 10 year GC. After reading some posts I noticed a lot of people were saying I could apply for Citizenship after 3 years of marriage. I got married February 2018. Is it possible for me now to apply for Citizenship?  I thought I had to wait 1 year after receiving my extension letter to apply for citizenship. 

Any advice would be greatly appreciated, thank you so much!

1 hour ago, Rickycano said:

Good Morning

 

I sent mine and it was received on 12/18/2020 and they cashed the money orders on 01/26/2021 no text notifications or NOA yet. Check if you still have the  money order receipt , because if you do you are still able to track the status and see if they cashed it. The information to where to call should be on that receipt. 

I’ll do just this! 
 

Thank you for your response. If there is no NOA by the time our GC expires, is there anything else we should be doing? 

Hey Guys,

Sent 12/7 and received in Phoenix 12/19... Still haven’t heard anything. I sent money orders with my application so I can’t see any transactions in my bank account. I’m getting a little worried... 

Anyone have the same timeline?

Hey, Everyone!

Filed December 6th and no news as of yet. I have a question what has probably been answered 1000 times on here but I need full clarification. If we do not receive the letter before the Conditional GC expires, what do I use as proof? Do I need to submit any paperwork to my employer? What do I carry instead of my GC? Any info is great.

Thanks!

2 hours ago, Scandi said:

I was going to say that too. The way things have been lately, getting approved in a year would be lucky, be prepared for a longer wait than that.

 

There's a reason the extension letters used to have a 12 month validity just a couple of years ago, but is nowadays valid for a long 18 months..

I knew it was longer and the extension letter is 18 months. 

15 hours ago, pcke2000 said:

Unfortunately, it's definitely not 'up to' one year.

Thats perfect!! Thank you so much for your help!

Hi, Everyone!

I have been browsing through this topic for some time now trying to piece together my next step in my Visa process. My Conditional GC expires March 2021, and I will be filing to remove conditions in December some time. I know with Covid-19 things will get delayed like they already have. 

I have read that form I-751 can take up to a year to process. This is with people receiving Notifications and having their finger prints taken.

My question is, what happens when my CGC expires?

I know I have to wait at least 3 years to apply for Citizenship... but won't this technically make this 4 years?

Its all a little confusing. Any info you guys have I would greatly appreciate it. (Sorry if this has already been answered)

Thanks. 

Thanks, JFH.

I'm not going to post questions on there again. I knew I would get a straight correct answer on here. Really appreciate it. 

I didn’t mention it haha. I asked about the visa process for my wife and then this guy comments saying I need to apply for status. 
 

So confusing, man. Appreciate your answers, though 👍🏻

1 minute ago, Boiler said:

All you need is your British Passport.

Exactly what I thought. If you’re a citizen, you’re a citizen. End of. Come and go as you please. 
 

I did a post on another website, and one guy commented saying before you do anything, you need to apply for residency first since I have been gone for 2 years. Never heard of it before. 

I’ve read on what the process is and how to eventually get there. Will take a while, of course. Just having a little trouble gathering information on me returning to the U.K. after 2 years of leaving. 

2 minutes ago, Boiler said:

So your Spouse is a UKC and is moving back to the UK and is going to sponsor you?

Hey, Boiler! 
 

I am a U.K citizen living in the US with a GC. Been here just over 2 years, received my GC March 2019. 
 

it would be me moving back to the U.K. and sponsoring my wife. 

Hey Everyone, 

I did a post recently explaining how we wanted to leave the US and go back to the U.K. 

I have done some serious research regarding everything about a Spouse visa for my wife to enter the U.K. 

What I did find interesting was me actually losing my residence status. Trying to find more information on this was near impossible for me. I’ve read so many different answers that I decided to try and get the right answers from my fellow VJ folk. 
 

Basically, does anyone have any idea on how to re-apply for residency again? I know that I have to do something with being outside the U.K. for 2 years, is there another waiting process for when I get back in the U.K.? Can I even work? Use the NHS? Rent a home? 
 

Anything at all would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys. 
 

And also thank you for all of the comments on my last post.