Hi everyone, I’m not a regular poster but I’ve been following the thread and really appreciate everyone sharing their timelines and experiences. It’s been very helpful, so I wanted to add my update.
N‑400 sent: 08/24/2025 (Carol Stream, IL lockbox)
Received by USCIS: 08/29/2025
Category: 3‑year rule
Biometrics: 09/30/2025
Interview: 03/04/2026 – Atlanta Field Office
The interview went smoothly. In addition to the civics/reading/writing tests, the officer went through my N‑400 in detail. We reviewed my trips abroad, my speeding tickets (I brought the payment receipts), and my evidence of a bona fide marriage. I had photos, joint tax returns, joint leases, and joint bank/credit card/loan/insurance statements, and the officer looked through them.
These were my civics questions:
• Name the U.S. war between the North and the South?
• During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
• What’s one responsibility that is only for U.S. citizens?
• Name one right only for U.S. citizens?
• When do we celebrate Independence Day?
• What is the name of the Vice President of the United States?
For the reading test, I had to read:
“What are the colors of the flag of the United States?”
For the writing test, I wrote:
“The colors of the flag of the United States are red, white, and blue.”
I was approved at the end of the interview. The officer said I should receive my oath notice in the mail in 2–4 weeks, but when I got home and checked my USCIS online account, the oath ceremony letter was already posted.
Sharing my timeline in case it helps others. Good luck to everyone still waiting!