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IF-Mclean

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    Baltimore MD
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  1. Hi everyone, today I had my U.S citizenship interview and I got approved. Because ready, other people stories has been so helpful for me, I feel I have a duty to share my case, hoping that it would help other people. I also want to acknowledge that everyone's experience is unique, and my situation may not reflect the norm. I applied for my removal of condition more than 2 years ago, but never got an interview date. In the time between, I got divorce, then applied for N400 when I became eligible after 5 years. I also got several traffic ticket. After I got divorce, I did not refile an I-751. I sent a letter to the USCIS with a copy of my divorce decree, and I requested my I-751 to be converted to a waver. I never heard back from them. On my N400, I mention that I got traffic tickets. I was not said that I will have a combo interview. My online I-751 status never changed. I remained, "case ready to be schedule for an interview." I also had no copy of any document that I submitted along my I-751. The day of my interview, I had only the interview letter, my passports, my green card, and my state ID. The officer was very friendly, it felt like I was talking to a friend. He requested all documents that I mentioned above. He mentioned that we will start by the I-751. He asked me " did you enter in your marriage in a good faith? I said "yes". Then he said " you got divorce, what happened, the marriage didn't work out?", I said "yes". Then he moved to the N400, starting by 6 questions, then a sentence to read, and finally one to write down. Finally, he went through my application, then ask about the citations. He wanted to see the payment receipts. I told him that I have kept no receipt, I paid them as soon as I got them. He printed the N-652 and told me "Congratulations, you are approved, you will receive a letter for the oat ceremony convocation." And that was it! very straight forward, the officer was super friendly, so were the other officer that I saw on my way out. I hope this help those that I am waiting for their interview dates. And thank you again for all the people who contribute to this forum and make this place an amazing resource for immigration information. Oh last note...I have never used a lawyer, just this website.
  2. I see what you mean. However dragging I-751 is not an exception and from what was described the submitted evidences of bonafide relationship were strong. Moreover it seems that she is currently in a hostile environment so I wouldn’t expect her to be able to get any documents from her ex or her in-laws. While cheating is not perceived positively, it’s a society judgement that has nothing to do with immigration. Apparently, they were together and grew apart. In my opinion there is nothing to worry about. I’m glad that she knows that she has two options; asking a waiver being one of them. Hopefully she choose what works best for her. Good luck!
  3. I don’t know why people are telling you that you should withdraw your first application. You don’t have to! If your divorce is finalized, all you need is to send a copy of the decree to USCIS with a letter asking for your application to be converted to a waiver. There is a bunch of similar cases in the forum.
  4. This is good general advice, but I’m not sure they will apply here. At least it was not my experience. There was no mention whatsoever of what my family thinks or anything related to our cultural norms. I wouldn’t expect those types of questions. It would be okay for a straight couple, but borderline for a same sex relationship. In my experience, the local staff asked me if I preferred to have my interview in a private room or in the main room ( where everyone can hear you ). I chose the first option. For my interaction with the American staff, the questions were : - When did you meet? - How do you meet? - Where did you learn English? and a last question I think was not part of the interview. My interviewer said: “ If I may ask, where do gay people meet in this country? “ My answer to that last question was : “ I don’t know, I’m not part of any gay community.” *I truly had no idea of where gay people would meet in my country. When I came back to pick up my passport with the visa, the same local staff I met was the one who was giving back the passport. He recognized me and was very nice with me. So in resume, your interview will be no different than any other interview. Do not worry about being judged, you will be on Americans’ soil and don’t expect questions by that would make you feel uncomfortable.
  5. Thank you Lil, After I change my answer to the question about citation to yes, I got the opportunity to provide more explanation. The website tells you who have to submit documentation. For my situation ( traffic ticket) it was not necessary. I will follow up and there is anything that comes up related to that. Thank you again
  6. Thank you. I’m going to say yes, and I will upload my driving record. I have never had to appear before the court. All my ticket were paid almost the same day I received them. There were no litigation. So, I won’t try to find a court/county document. Thank you again
  7. Hello, I got many traffic tickets throughout the last few years but I paid them all and my driving record is empty. I was able to obtain them online for 2 states where I paid them. I have two questions: 1. Do I have to answer yes to the question related to citations/arrest? 2. If I answer yes, should I upload my driving record for each state or any state’ DMV would give me my records my the past 5 years? Thanks
  8. Are pictures required for the citizenship application? I did not see that while I completed the online application.
  9. I don’t have a first hand experience but I was said that the Baltimore MD field office performs the ceremony the same day by a friend who did her citizenship interview at that location.
  10. You definitely don’t have to file an i751 again. You should only send your divorce decree when you get it with a letter stating your new marital status and you are requesting a waiver. Don’t waist your time and money!
  11. I’m not from Spain, but I recall that having the medical exam and the blood test the same day. I got the test results the next day or 2 and brought it back to the Doctor office. It’s not a long process ( it was before COVID-19 though). It might be better to try to get your medical visit as soon as possible rather than changing your interview date.
  12. Hey, From my personal experience, Hep B can not cause a denial. Before you go to the Doctor appointment, ask your physician to write a letter summarizing your Hep B history. Something like “ X is followed for Hepatitis B since…. He/She is taking x medication at x dose and has been doing well under treatment “. I recall there was no way for the Doctor to know I had Hep B if I didn’t tell him since the test is not required for the visa. I hope this help.
  13. Thanks a lot for answering my question about the public benefits and advising on how I can dispose the food. I am going to check for a local food bank.
  14. Hello, I recently tested positive for covid-19 and was not able to work for few weeks. The city where I live reach out to me to check on me and ask if I needed any assistance for food or my rent. I had no idea prior that my city has such program. I requested to get food and financial assistance but now I have a second thought. They sent me a lot of food that I do not eat, and I feel some people need it more than me. Albeit getting covid has hurted my finance, I can still take money from my credit card. I also wonder if getting a government assistance will hurt my future application for citizenship or not. I'm currently removing my conditional residency. Do you know if there is a way to return the food, since I do not eat this type of food? Thanks
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