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I am officially US Citizen now. Yay. Long journey. Below is my experience at Oath.
Attended Oath ceremony today at 10.30 at Cleveland USCIS field office. After security check, we checked at USCIS room around around 10.20am. Took our Oath form as well as Green card/EAD cards and had us sign our Naturalization certificate (we have to use our own pen). We were then asked to sit in a chair which had a citizenship packet (with Oath card, vote registration info etc). There were around 20 people in the room. After everyone got seated, the officer briefly spoke about importance of the event and covid restrictions that has modified the event. The officer then administered Oath ceremony and boom we were all American Citizens ! (It was big odd as all of us in the room were wearing masks) They called each one of us by our name and asked to pick up the Naturalization certificates that were placed on a desk. We were given directions to leave the premise. It was all over within 30 minutes. The entire event was conducted with social distancing guidelines, masks and minimal contact. The officers were really professional and courteous. I thank them for making the epic moment of my life come true...A new chapter starts now !- AmericanLife and Cécy
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3 minutes ago, Cécy said:
Removing the mask wasn’t an option and the agents won’t hold any personal belongings. So I’m now sure who could take the photo for you.
Your best bet is to take a photo outside of the USCIS office.
I did a super quick selfie...
Yep. I can understand why others would not hold personal belongings.
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7 minutes ago, Anggva said:
Hey guys, I've got my citizenship on Thursday.
The ceremony was scheduled for 8 AM, I got to the USCIS office at 7:30 and ad to wait in my car while the USCIS folks were checking my docs. They showed me my naturalization certificate through the car window to confirm that the info looks right. Then I put on my mask and proceeded to the USCIS garage building where I stood 6 feet apart from 8 other people who were also getting their citizenship. The ceremony was conducted by a federal judge who looked genuinely excited for all of us despite having to wear his robes in a muggy parking garage in 85 degree Florida heat. He started by saying "this usually takes about an hour, but we'll be in an out in 10 minutes". Then he said the oath and we all mumbled agreement through our masks.Everybody took turns for a picture 6 feet away from the judge, then we got our naturalization certificates, then we got our naturalization certificates and that was it.
This ceremony was a bit underwhelming, but I'm happy that this journey is over!
Thanks for sharing your experience. I know it is bit odd experience. Yes the journey is over, you are a US Citizen now. Congrats.
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9 hours ago, Cécy said:
Hello, I’m officially a citizen of the USA as of this morning.
It was so different from what I anticipated pre-COVID...
I texted my husband when I parked at the USCIS office at 7:44, at 8:02 I was back in my car. We were being let in the building one by one to maintain social distances, one security person had me read through laminated paper to answer basic question about Covid-19 exposure, then security check before being sent in the naturalization room. Everything was very efficient! There was one man ahead of me, I was almost immediately called, showed my papers, given my certificate to verify the information, then waited in a small line where my GC and interview paper were picked up. In the corner of the room 4 people were taking their oath ahead of us. When it was our turn I picked up a flag on the table, walked to the next available mark on the floor. There were 4 of us plus one interpreter. The USCIS agent welcomed us, said congratulations, had us repeat the oath. After that he pointed to voting registration packets to pick up, told us we needed to sign our certificates and said that unless we had questions we were free to go. So it was straight off to the exit.
I’m seeing it as the students who are graduating this year. It doesn’t take away my « diploma », but there was no ceremony.
Congratulations Cecy ! Big day for you. A new chapter ! I know we all miss the grandeur of a Oath ceremony that used to occur in pre-covid day but nevertheless you are now a Citizen ! Thanks for sharing your experience. I was wondering if some one could take a picture of us without a mask with US flag. I guess it depends on service center.
- AmericanLife, Amadia and Sofie07
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5 minutes ago, Amadia said:
It is positive, right!
I mean we've had COVID-19, murder hornets and riots....at least we can catch a break with getting our US passports when that time comes 😂
Yes I agree. I am bit worried when I would get my Naturalization certificate and Passport back when I apply now. I was hoping for expedited option open but that is phase 3. I wonder if after applying for passport (regular), I can apply for expedited option later.
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3 minutes ago, Amadia said:
A little light at the end of the tunnel for those near that stage! 😁
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/passports/resuming-passport-services.html
Hi Amadia - Thanks for the update. I was worried about these delays with passport. This is positive news.
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6 minutes ago, alexpop13 said:
Cleveland office started scheduling naturalization ceremonies TODAY!
One of my friends got called my Cleveland Office today and asked if she can attend the oath downtown in the Federal Building, at the USCIS Office.
On the Court Website it says that The oaths are suspended till July 31st, but this is AMAZING news.
Thanks Alex for remembering me 🙂. I got a call from USCIS yesterday but it went to voicemail (I got pissed off at myself for not lifting the phone as I was in a office meeting). They mentioned that they will reach out to me again in the voicemail. I am hoping that they will call me again today. Yes this is great news !
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14 minutes ago, Fr8dog said:
Oath ceremony June 17th!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats Fr8dog. You long wait is finally close to end.
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4 minutes ago, Anggva said:
Got a phone call from Jacksonville USCIS office asking me if I can come in for oath ceremony on June 11. The person I was talking to emailed me an oath ceremony letter immediately after the phone call. Status on myUSCIS was updated shortly after.
My original oath ceremony was supposed to be on March 19 but got descheduled because all USCIS offices closed on March 18.
I can't bring any guests and I need to bring my own pen, but I'm excited anyways!
That is great news Anggva. Personalized invitation wow ! I wish I was privileged like you haha
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12 hours ago, Beddy2015 said:
Congratulations.
I need to check mine.
I'm glad they have resume with interviews . Now time to go study.
No updates on my myuscis for me yet (Ohio). I guess some people are getting oath notices in some states (Florida). I am guessing things will start moving for most people after June 4th. Fingers crossed.
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Congratulations Hc70. This is great news. We will be checking our mail boxes and website everyday. Thanks so much for the update !
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7 hours ago, Cécy said:
After months of quiet, there might be some changes in Charlotte. Not holding my breath on it but...
Now waiting on things to show up on My Uscis.
Great news for Citizenship filers ! Happy for you. Looks like they are very likely to open on June 4th. Our 2 month painful wait may be soon over. Can't wait for the same happen to me -). I need a hair cut soon haha.
- Cécy and thongho2910
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I am sure USCIS will start to act on applications from June 4. The administration is eager to open up the economy. ! I am hoping to get Oath letters in June !
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That is surprising indeed ! USCIS.com says that USCIS offices will open on June 4 ! Is your appointment in June ?
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2 minutes ago, Marko1991 said:
You must be kidding us. Hooah, good luck!
May I know which USCIS field office is yours ?
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On March 18, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services temporarily suspended routine in-person services to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). USCIS plans to begin reopening our offices on or after June 4, unless the public closures are extended further. USCIS staff are continuing to perform duties that do not involve face-to-face contact with the public. However, USCIS will provide emergency services for limited situations.
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1 minute ago, arman597 said:
I have a question for you. Do you have an OCI card? When will you apply for cancelling your indian passport because we cannot have dual citizenship?
No. I don't have OCI card yet. Like I mentioned, I didn't have Oath yet and so not naturalized yet. After I get naturalization certificate, I will apply for renunciation (canceling) of Indian passport. Below website has more details on it.
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On 3/29/2020 at 1:41 PM, Boiler said:
There has been a lot in the news about rescue flights, make sure the Embassy know your situation so you are notified.
Yes... Here is what Embassy is doing for India to move both US Citizens and Permanent residents to USA using special flights. Obviously, Phillipines would have its own situation.
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31 minutes ago, Fr8dog said:
I really hope I'm wrong here. But in the current political climate of blaming each other and both sides of the aisle trying to get some political benefit from this virus, I seriously doubt we will see any movement before the end of May or even July. If and when things are getting started back up, the USCIS is the absolute last priority. There is just not enough political capital to be gained.
I think once Federal government starts opening up the country (assuming the curve flattens), I am hoping USCIS will open. They are already doing work remotely. Work has to go on in the nation ! I am hopeful !
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On 3/29/2020 at 1:07 PM, Pinoyman said:
Hello all. New member here. Would like to ask for advice about my situation. Im a green card holder and currently Im in the Philippines now. My planned trip back to the states was on March 26 of this year but it was cancelled due to the virus problem. I will be reaching my 6 month stay here on the 22nd of April. Still there are news about extending the lockdown in our city which means no internarional flight. Will I still be allowed to enter the the states if I stay here for more than 6 months? Also my son will be coming with me, its his first time to go to the states with an immigrant visa that expires on April 24,2020. Thanka all.
I am sorry to hear your situation. Although I am in USA on GC, I am worried to leave the country fear if your situation occurs to me. I would immediately contact local USA embassy in Phillipines immediately and explain the situation to see if they give you waivers. Also, to get some level of advice, you can post your question on this site and see what lawyers think.
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1 minute ago, WillyLin said:
Interview De-Scheduled notice on March 18. because of the office closure... interview was scheduled on March 25 before. now just sit and wait.
Same here for Oath ceremony. Hopefully things open up on Easter assuming the situation improves.
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10 hours ago, Captain Ewok said:
Hi All-
If you experienced a Covid19 impact to your immigration case please update your timeline. There is a new field (at the top) to document where the impact hit you. We would like to track this across the site and when things clear up, work to push USCIS and Consulates to clear the log jam. Information is power!
I haven't seen above drop down option ' Have you been notified by USCIS..." Could you tell where exactly is it located ? When I edit my timeline, I don't see this option.
N400 October 2019 Filers!
in US Citizenship Case Filing and Progress Reports
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You are not far away. You will come out as a Citizen soon.😆 Maybe there will be uncertainty beginning in August of something due to furlough and funding issues.