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Got our Biometrics for both the N400/I-751. Both statuses changed to "Case Is Still Being Processed By USCIS". https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/834958-n-400-january-2026-filers/page/6/#findComment-11097706 The I-751 status changed from "Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS" to "Case Is Still Being Processed By USCIS".

After trying to walk-in ahead of the scheduled Biometrics appointment and getting turned away, we went on our scheduled date. https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/835495-after-n-400-biometrics-is-scheduled-can-we-walk-in-in-advance-like-the-i-485-biometrics/#findComment-11097640 Unlike our I-485 Biometrics where we were in and out in less than 15 minutes, our N-400/I-751 Biometrics took about 45 minutes, most of the time was spent waiting in the sitting area. https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/786775-july-2022-aos-filers/page/4/#findComment-10722883 The actual Biometrics photo-taking and fingerprinting took less than a few minutes. When we showed up early, there was a line out the door, and many were in the sitting area already. Although everyone was calm and the USCIS agents were helpful and cheerful, there was a sense of urgency or tension in the air. Maybe the stories of the ICE showing up to interviews or to other USCIS sites had everyone on alert since the USCIS Application Support Center sits in an immigrant-heavy area of Atlanta? After exiting, we saw the 2 updates: one for N-400 and one for I-751. Both are updated to "Case Is Still Being Processed By USCIS". The I-751 status changed from "Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS" to "Case Is Still Being Processed By USCIS".

Does she have a pending I-751 and N-400? She will get an update for each case.

Well, we tried to walk-in yesterday afternoon ahead of the scheduled Biometrics Appointment. The USCIS officer said they had to cut-off the walk-in an hour earlier since there are already 60 walk-ins in queue. She recommended to try early in the morning if you want to walk-in for Biometrics. So I guess we'll just go at our scheduled time. Hope this is an extra data point for those interested.

1. The usvisascheduling.com replaces the old ustraveldocs site. You should have input your DS-160 ID number when starting the usvisascheduling. This links all the relevant info to the scheduling 2. The dependents are minor dependents that should have been listed on the K1 application. 3. Instead of delivering to the home address, I'd recommend picking up at the nearest authorized delivery location listed on the drop-down menu.

Yes. For B-2 visas, scheduling biometrics the day before the interview is common. This reduces the amount of time needed to stay in Manila, especially for those having to travel from the provinces.

I would.

Along with the coversheet and entire letter on top as instructed, I would resubmit the whole I-129F along with all the evidence, plus some extra if you have them. and make sure pages 11-12 have N/A (handwrite it in black ink if the form does not take). Looking back at a copy of our old I-129F, we typed in "NA" where the form took, and handwritten in "NA" where the form did not take.

Convenience, safeguard and peace of mind mostly. Synchronizing job time off to possible weather closure to unforeseen circumstances, etc. Getting the biometrics done sooner is better to start the N-400 processing.

Two interesting points in the Biometrics Notification: • Family groups may appear together, even if they are scheduled for a different day. • Military members may appear at an ASC during normal operating hours without an appointment. So apparently, the ASC does expect some outside the schedule flexibility. Maybe worth trying?

After submitting the N-400, we got our "Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled". https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/834958-n-400-january-2026-filers/page/4/#findComment-11095643 When we got the I-485 biometrics appointment, the notice said the ASC (Application Support Center) was not accepting walk-in visits. After reading many I-485 biometrics posts that walk-in ahead of schedule were successful, we took the chance and proceeded with an early walk-in ahead of our biometrics scheduled appointment. https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/786775-july-2022-aos-filers/page/4/#findComment-10722883 Has any N-400 with biometrics appointment tried to walk-in in advance and succeeded? Thanks.

Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled

Do you have a link to show 100% of the household poverty for I-134? I've only seen the 125% for I-864. A quick search with Gemini says "While some cases may accept 100% for I-134, aiming for 125% is safer, as it aligns with the stricter requirements for Form I-864."

Submit the IRS transcripts for the past 3 years. Your most current proof of income like payslips, employer letter, etc. is the deciding factor. You can add assets, etc. If your income is not or barely 125%, then consider co-sponsor. My personal suggestion is more the better. I-134 is just for the consulate to make a decision. But the I-864 is what will be legally binding.

Well...We are off and running to the last stretch... Submitted my N-400 while my I-751 is pending. My N-400 progress thread is at https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/834958-n-400-january-2026-filers/page/4/#findComment-11095643

Alrighty then...let the games begin... Submitted the N-400 around 1:30 pm. Received the Receipt Number around 1:31 pm: Case Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was Sent. Since the N-400 was electronic, we did not include a cover letter. We just filled in the Additional Information section, referring back to the Permanent Resident Card section with the pending I-751 case receipt number IOE**********. And added, "For USCIS convenience, we request a combination interview for N-400 and I-751. I guess the next step is to wait for the Biometrics notice?

@Verrou @JD2 @Crazy CatThanks all. Since this question was in a long series of No's answers about Good Moral Character, I thought maybe USCIS is sliding in a Yes as a tricky check?

The way the question is worded can mean that?

Have you EVER married someone in order to obtain an immigration benefit? ( ) Yes ( ) No Don't all marriage-based I-485 LPRs have to answer Yes?

Yes, she plans to travel in 2026 and may apply again afterwards. Don't know if the DS-160 allows more text field for Primary Occupation? So instead of saying RETIRED, maybe say RETIRED WITH PENSION?

1. Yes. You can also reference https://www.visajourney.com/guides/us-naturalization/ 2. I'm currently going through the N-400 online form. https://my.uscis.gov/citizenship/what_to_expect I recommend completing the online form yourself first before determining if you need a lawyer. 3. You can travel while waiting for the interview with the proper documents (passport, green card, etc.). Just make sure you have someone catch the USCIS notification mails so that you can return for the biometrics, interview, appointments, etc.

Did your MIL pay for the DS-160 fee, or did you or your spouse pay for the fee? A Filipina friend of my spouse, just a couple of months ago, had her Father get rejected, and the next day her Mother got approved for the B2. The Mother is currently in the US visiting. Actually, it was we who paid for the MIL DS-160 fee with a US credit card. I wonder if that might trigger a flag with the consulate?

Mother-In-Law is retired so her circumstances most likely won't change anytime soon. The B2 interview was in Manila. According to my Mother-In-Law, the B2 interviewer denied the 3 before her. It was 3 questions and denial lasting no more than 2-3 minutes for each applicant.

My Mother-In-Law in the Philippines got denied in her B2 visa interview. Those who had relatives with B2 denial, how long did they wait to apply again for successful approval? In other words, if they got approval the second time, how long did they wait to re-apply? Or how many times did they get denied before finally approval, and how long was the overall process? How did they fill out the DS-160 differently for the subsequent times? Thanks!

If you do choose to include the I-693 with the I-485, then make sure the I-693 packet envelope is sealed from the Civil Surgeon like the K-1 packet was from the consulate. Any tears, rips, or improperly sealed, etc., you need to take it back to the Civil Surgeon's office to reseal before including with the I-485. You can read our experience with the Civil Surgeon at https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/798091-request-for-form-i-693-courtesy-email/page/2/#findComment-10826873