NGorge

1 hour ago, OldUser said:

Technically, you can only breath freely after oath and naturalization certificate in hand

Lol agreed 👍

33 minutes ago, OldUser said:

Sometimes I-751 is stuck on some irrelevant status even after naturalization. Many officer don't bother clicking the forms to update online status for it.

Thank you for letting me know. I read in some forums that there were people with "Oath ceremony will be scheduled" for months. Apparently it still means that the case is being reviewed. Only once it changes to Oath ceremony notice has been mailed, I can breathe freely

3 hours ago, Stacey Ann said:

Hi @NGorge how did it go yesterday?

Going to give you a more detailed version.

So my wife and I went to the USCIS center. They called my wife and I told the officer about the pending i751. He said that right now, he is only concerned about the n-400. He asked me if I am the husband and I said I was. He told me to hang back in the waiting area.

My wife cleared the n-400 and she said that he did ask some i751 questions to her as well. The officer told her that he did not make a decision yet but most probably will clear the i751 as well. And if he has any concern, he will contact via mail. 

I had no idea how to respond as I felt this is very vague. 

But today, the status of the n-400 application has changed to "Oath ceremony will be scheduled". But the i751 status remains the same at "Case was updated to show fingerprints was taken."

I will wait to get the official notice of oath ceremony in hand! 

5 hours ago, OldUser said:

Sometimes it's written in interview notice. Other times, it's not written, but it happens. Always be ready for it and bring the USC spouse.

Perfect. Going with my spouse for the N-400 interview tomorrow. Will update. Thank you.

5 hours ago, Stacey Ann said:

I did the same but I also spoke to a USCIS agent on the phone today and was told since a I751 interview is not always necessary it is up to the interviewing officer. She also stated they do not have a way of requesting a combo interview. Therefore, I should discuss it with the officer at the N400 interview. My spouse will accompany me to the interview and be on standby if needed.

Perfect. Thank you. Have the interview tomorrow so hoping for the best!

On 1/14/2024 at 9:16 PM, OldUser said:

If N-400 interview is scheduled, you should bring your spouse in case if they decide to do combo!

I have uploaded a letter asking for combo interview. Do we know in advance if they agree to a combo interview or just go with your spouse and hope! :)?

4 hours ago, OldUser said:

Don't do it. Reasons:

1) If the child starts crying one of you may be asked to leave the room, automatically converting your interview into stokes interview.

2) The interviewer may be annoyed with the child / generally doesn't like kids which can change their mood affecting the interview.

3) You may lose focus because of the child present and answer things incorrectly. 

Thank you. Makes sense!

Thank you everyone!

Hello everyone!

Timeline

ROC - October 2022

N400 - October 2023.

Got scheduled for Citizenship interview on 17th January 2024. Requested to make it a combo interview. 

Now waiting for the interview. Just a quick question, are we allowed to take our 16 month old with us? Or should we look for family to look after him during our interview time?

ROC - October 2022

N400 - October 2023.

Got scheduled for Citizenship interview in a few weeks. Requested to make it a combo interview. 

Now waiting for the interview. Just a quick question, are we allowed to take our 16 month old with us? Or should we look for family to look after him during our interview time?

Received my official receipt today.

NOA: 10/27/2022.

National Benefits Service Center.

11 minutes ago, Stacey Ann said:

Mailed our I751 packet on 10/27/22 via FedEx. 

Delivered to Elgin 11/01/22

Awaiting text/email confirmation...

 

Though I read on USCIS the following:

• This service is only available for forms filed at our three Lockbox facilities located in Lewisville, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; and Phoenix, Arizona.

1. Does this mean Elgin filers won't receive the e-notification?

 

2. I saw a few others on this thread stating they tracked their case or saw updates on "myuscis". How can I see our case status? Do I need the receipt # from the approval notice first?

 

Thanks and all the best everyone.

Just filed in Elgin on 10/27 delivered 11/01. Any updates on your end?

I believe that Elgin Lockbox is the Illinois one. 

I got a text notification showing my receipt number after 13 days though others have received sooner. 

Once you receive receipt number, you can track via USCIS case status. 

23 minutes ago, Regdkp said:

Anyone who sent the package to Elgin, IL ? How long is the wait time before any NOA? 

Varies from my experience. I have seen people receive their NOA and even finger prints while I am still waiting on my NOA. Package received on 14th. Got text update with MSC receipt number on 27th. Still waiting official receipt by mail.

Just found this thread regarding MSC service centre. I just filed our ROC and got a text notification with MSC receipt number. Guess the wait begins!

Hello everyone. Got a text notification today that the case was received.. Thank you all for sharing your inputs.

Hello everyone!! Wanted to share the update as I hadn't heard anything after my case was sent on 14th. Got a text notification that case was received. MSC service center. 

26 minutes ago, OldUser said:

@NGeorge does your Social Security card have any wording such as "Valid for Work Only with DHS Authorization"? 

No it doesn't. So it isn't restricted. 

Thank you. 

1 minute ago, Mike E said:

if you don’t get your extension letter by November 1, then ask for a stamp.  Or reroute your return travel through Canada / Mexico and enter by land.  Or depending on your citizenship Guam or CNMI.  

that is evidence. 
 

does your SS card look like:

 

Will wait till 1st then.

No. SS card isn't restricted then. 👍 

Thanks Mike.

4 minutes ago, Mike E said:

Double check that Elgin is correct for your state of residence.  

You remain an LPR until a judge removes that status. 
 

1. Do you need to:

 

* Renew a drivers license

* travel internationally 

* get a new job 

?

 

If so you should call USCIS, say info pass, and request an I-551 stamp.

 

2. Carry evidence that you filed I-751 on time.  
 

3. If your social security card is restricted, today  is a good day to go to the SSA office to get a card that removes that restriction.  

Thank you for the detailed response, Mike.

Elgin is the lockbox for New York region.

We need to travel around December. What type of evidence? All I have is a tracking number to show that documentation was delivered. 

I don't think we have a restricted SS. I didn't even know of such a thing..

48 minutes ago, Rocio0010 said:

Did you send the G-1145 so you get electronic notifications with regards to your case?

Also, when I did AOS back in 2019 I didn't get any notification of acceptance in 30+ days. I understand being anxious, but my point is, they take their time to do things lol

Yes. I send the G-1145 form as well. I understand that back in the day, it used to take 30+ days. Right now on VJ, I am on the group of filers who did it during the same time as me and even one person who submitted after me. They got their text notifications and/or extension letters. Hence that got me worried. 

1 minute ago, Rocio0010 said:

The tracking is your proof that it was delivered. Sometimes they delay in picking it up from lockbox. 

Just because your GC expires it doesn't mean your status will. And even if it was delivered, your extension letter (which will be an extension of your gc) will not probably arrive prior to the three weeks.

👍 Thanks for the response. Will wait a bit more then

35 minutes ago, Sarge2155 said:

Continue to wait, it's  still early yet. You can not and should not base your case on other cases. You can always put in a support request too sighting a loss document, but they have not even cashed your check yet. I'd say give it another week or so!

 

Alright. Yeah. In general terms, I know it is early. But since the GC expires in like 3 weeks, just want to make sure that I am having some sort of proof that I did submit the documents and USCIS has received them. Just a text notification would have helped. I thought those came like in 2 or 3 days. Sigh.

1 hour ago, Rocio0010 said:

Relax. You have proof it was delivered, and it’s only been a couple of business days. I’d give it a week or two.

I know. But since the GC is expiring in 3 weeks or so. I want to make sure that I am on top of things especially considering that I have no proof that USCIS has gotten my package and have not lost it other than the USPS tracking which shows that it is delivered to that PO Box. Thanks for the response.  

1 hour ago, Sierra Echo said:

Call USCIS OR ask Emma if they received your package, and ask if your receipt number can be shared with you.
I remember someone got his receipt number through Emma chat; the agent would ask your name, DoB, etc.

Thanks. Will try that.

Hello everyone. Need advices at this point. We had sent our i751 package on October 12th and tracking shows that it was delivered to Elgin lockbox on October 14. We haven't received any text or mails since then. The money order was not cashed either. Starting to get a bit worried considering others are receiving text notifications/797 mails already. What should I do? Also, our GC expires on Nov 13th. Any advices?? I know delays were common during pandemic but not recently. Is anyone else going through this? What did you do?

Hello everyone. Need advises at this point. We had sent our i751 package on October 12th and tracking shows that it was delivered to Elgin lockbox on October 14. We haven't received any text or mails since then. The money order was not cashed either. Starting to get a bit worried considering others are receiving text notifications/797 mails already. What should I do? Also, our GC expires on Nov 13th. Any advices??