kcoyclay1

On 11/6/2022 at 8:51 AM, Laniakean said:

Just dropping this here since I have not heard of this before and it seems like a good change they are adopting in NYC. 

 

My wife had her interview under the 3 year rule in the Brooklyn field office (Federal Plaza 8th fl) on Friday (11/04) and she was approved on the spot. However, instead of having to wait for the usual oath scheduling, the oath was scheduled right there. She left with a letter stating date and time for the oath ceremony (in 2 weeks time).

 

Definitely much better than my months long wait "in line" a few years ago.

 

Awesome. Congrats to your wife. 

56 minutes ago, NjK said:

 

Hi all,

I had my citizenship interview and passed.The officer sad that is going to update my pending I-751 case and send me the oath appointment letter for December or early January.My husband was with me at the interview and we were asked a lot of questions for pending  I-751.

Congrats. 

2 hours ago, JGT said:

thank you! I'm really happy and excited!

I’m excited for you toooooo

On 7/18/2022 at 5:25 PM, Lana_17 said:

Hi guys, sending an update here. I was the one a couple of weeks ago posting about the original of my current passport being with the UK embassy and while it was there I was scheduled for the N400 interview, and I was obviously freaking out. 

 

Well, update: 

I had my interview today (Baltimore Field office) and I passed (as she said with the perfect score on all questions, ha!). 

 

Details: 

Applied Feb 5, 2022 

Biometrics Reused - Feb 6, 2022 

Interview Scheduled - June 13, 2022 

Interview Date: July 18, 2022, 11:30 AM 

- Walked in, they said no worries about me not having my passport, they can do the interview without it (HUGE SIGH OF RELIEF ON MY END)

- Waited about 8 minutes, was called to the interview office, escorted to a room. 

- In the room - my interviewer was actually connected via "FaceTime" - on the iPad. She was remote. I did not expect it. I am certain if that is a covid measure or not, but it is what it is. 

- She asked me if I am going to say the truth etc. - I said yes. She asked me to put the green card, and my govt. ID on the table (I guess they have cameras on the ceiling) 

- She proceeded to the 6 civics questions (longest river, what did the declaration of the independence do, how many years is the representative selected for, why are there 50 stars on the US Flag, There are 4 amendments to the constitution about who can vote  - describe one of them) 

- she then asked me to write a sentence, on an iPad (sentence was: Washington is the capital) 

- she then moved on to my application, Yes/no questions 

- She asked me about 6-8 Questions about my application:

:: Spell my name, any other names used (I have other past names). 

:: How many times I was away from the US (I said 14 but it was 15 because I recently went to Canada like 2 weeks ago but I forgot about it, no offense to the Canadians lol). So she said - maybe it was 14? you went to Canada it seems? I was like oh yes, It is 14, sorry I forgot about the Canadian trip since it was after the application! She was totally cool with it and chuckled. 

:: She asked my place of employment, asked my marital status (I am divorced from the US Citizen I was granted the K-1 with and green card with. I am applying on the 5yr rule though)

:: She asked how many times I was married, who I was married to

:: If my parents are/were US Citizens 

 

- She then asked to tell me if I am going to support the US, be ready to serve the US Military, if called, etc. etc. 

 

She then said she is recommending my case for approval, because she has no further questions or concerns (she didn't ask me for the latest Tax Return, which I brought with me). 

Then I read over the Oath, acknowledged it, and signed it (on the iPad). 

She then printed out the paper (remotely, to the printer that was in front of me), but it didn't have my name on it LOL, but had someone else's name (which I told her). 

She then printed the "right paper", but I now understand there were pages missing. 

 

She said the oath ceremony is 1 week from this Saturday. So next Saturday, Jul 30. Thanked me, and I was escorted out of the room, by another person. 

 

Here is the deal: later today, I open my USCIS to see if I have any updates, and it does have a letter of "Case approved, Oath ceremony has been scheduled" but the date is NOT next Saturday, Jul 30... but August 25, 2022... (which is more than a month away). I have no issues waiting, but I am not on the line to be connected to a representative to figure out which information to believe (officer or the online account). 

 

I have a feeling it will be the online account but oh well, I would like to clarify!

Ask me any questions - I am here to help. If what I said is confusing - let me know what else I can provide, I am still in shock of this step being over (yay!) and my oath date being wrong (nay). 

 

Congrats. Yay

On 7/15/2022 at 5:50 PM, JGT said:

From Queens, NY

 

Online application on 10/15/2021

We are actively reviewing your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. Our records showed nothing is outstanding at this time on 10/15/21

We received your Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, and sent you a receipt notice on 10/15/2021

Interview Was Scheduled on 7/15/2022 for 8/25/2022

 

I'm getting close...really happy to get the notice that my interview was scheduled!

Congrats. You’re going to do well

On 6/26/2022 at 9:26 AM, Lilleem said:

I have an interview appointment at the same field office july 20th

 Congrats in advance! You shall do well!

17 hours ago, Unshakable Faith said:

Filed September 23, 2021- just got notification that the interview has been scheduled!!

Awesome cakes!!

13 hours ago, NJMarch18 said:

2/2 filed N-400 under 3 year rule

2/2 biometrics reused

2/28 interview scheduled for April 14

4/11 interview rescheduled 

4/19 interview scheduled

6/3 combo I-751/N-400 interview. recommended for approval.

6/6 i-751 approved, naturalization oath scheduled

6/24 oath ceremony

 

I am very happy to be done with my immigration journey! 

Field office: Manchester NH.

I showed up to the interview with my husband and our toddler, as it was a combo interview. The officer was super friendly and told us she usually separates couples but wouldn't separate us because she had already reviewed our file. The exam was extremely easy, she asked me 6 of the civics questions, then had me write a short sentence and read a question. She then confirmed all of my information, asked me some of the security questions "are you a princess? unfortunately no lol" and recommended me for approval. It was overall a very pleasant experience and I think we were done in under 30 minutes. 

 

Good luck to all. 

 

 

 

 

 

Congrats on becoming a citizen. Yay!

On 6/24/2022 at 12:49 AM, Lana_17 said:

Filed Feb 5, just received the notice in the mail. Not even an email notification lol. Interview set for July 15, Baltimore field office. Time to study! 
Thanks for the app recommendation I will definitely be using it. 

👍

On 6/19/2022 at 11:33 AM, tbdcitizen said:

Hi, 

 

I filed my N400 exactly 90 days before my 5 year anniversary. My application was not submitted when I was with the officer because the system was showing missing 1 day. Read below for more details.

Anniversary date- 05/09/2022

N400 Filing date- 02/08/2022

 

The USCIS early filing calculator showed the earliest acceptance date as '02/08/2022'.

Also, I had verified using Naturalization eligibility tool from USCIS which showed I was eligible to file.
So I went ahead and filed my application that same day. Receipt/Notice dates all show the same date.

 

I was interviewed a few days ago and here is a breakdown of the interview.
Officer went over all the items, civics tests, read/write and yes/no questions. I cleared all of them.

He brought up that the system is showing I am missing 1 day and questioned if I had filed too early.

 

I responded that I filed on feb 8, 2022 and it was the earliest date as per USCIS that I could file and I had checked this in multiple USCIS eligibility calculators. Also the USCIS account had no warning.

He continued on with the interview and I signed everything.

 

Officer mentioned he has raised an IT ticket for the IT team to look into it and he can't submit the application without getting that fixed as the system would reject it otherwise.

He gave me the N652 results form indicating I passed and he is recommending me for approval but needs to wait for the IT fix first. Which he said would happen pretty quickly but not while I am there.

 

Its been about a week now and my status still shows as "interview was scheduled".

As days go by I feel nervous that something isn't updated right or that my application is just left pending.

 

Has anyone had this issue before? and what was the resolution?

How long did you wait before the status changed after interview.

 

TIA.
 

 

They just need to update their system when they have an oath ceremony date or when they put you in line for oath ceremony. My sister did not get one update during the entire process of her green card application until after the interview. All of a sudden she got so many updates an document uploads that were not done prior to the interview. I’ve heard of an individual who was called with his interview information and no document was posted of the letter. It was close to the actual date and after calling them to find out what was happening that info was uploaded and letter sent. 

16 hours ago, Trif2018 said:

Nothing here 😕 Jacksonville FL - Feb 6th 

It’s coming soon. And thanks for replying to me. With your hubby being on the lookout you’ll be fine as you won’t miss that interview letter and can return in time. 

On 6/4/2022 at 3:52 PM, jsean said:

Mine is similar to yours. I filed on 02/16/2022 online and I was scheduled 2 days ago (just checked this morning) for July 25, 2022. I am filing based on 5-year rule. Field office is Cleveland OH.

 

I am so excited!  

 

Time to start gobbling up on those N400 civil practice questions. Lol

You will definitely do well. This is a great app! Just listen daily and you will be set. See below 

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/citizen-now/id1492938869. You can find it in your App Store if you don’t have an iPhone. It’s called citizen now. 

6 hours ago, Trif2018 said:

Congratulations!!! I can't wait to get my interview scheduled. From what I gather, normally the interview is scheduled for 7-8 weeks after receiving the notification, right? I am trying to plan for holidays outside the US but of course I wouldn't want to be out of the country for when the interview would be scheduled. 

You maybe in for a rude awakening if your interview is scheduled outside your expected timeline. It’s not written in stone as to when you will get an interview date and while you’re enjoying your vacation outside the country, it would be such a bomber to realize that you missed an interview appointment. My sons had their interview within 6 weeks, my sister got hers in 4 weeks after applying!! Things change for different reasons. If your vacation is not going to be a long one, go ASAP rather than later. If you can’t, then hang on. The opportunity cost may not be worth it. Timelines change. 

On 5/28/2022 at 10:34 PM, belga said:

Thanks for taking the time to reply , I appreciate it 🙏🙂 it is the delay that's concerning me ,I have plans to travel abroad but I cannot go thru with coz I am afraid I get the oath ceremony appointment while am out of the country ! It is so annoying .

Best to wait. They don’t recommend travels during this time but if you must then the delay will be on you. I knew someone who got her letter the day after the oath ceremony. Oh yes. And it took a year before they rescheduled her. Yup! In things like these I don’t advice anyone to make preparations for travel. If they do, they should tell the officer at the interview with dates of travel and have the ceremony scheduled after they return. 

On 5/30/2022 at 3:08 AM, Mason_inami said:

I was scheduled for an interview.

 

My timeline:

- Filed my application in Sept 22, 2021

- Biometric reused in the same day as the filling

- Received interview notice online in May 27, 2022

- Field Office is Los Angeles

 

Congrats

On 6/1/2022 at 12:52 PM, shakeyy said:

Oath Ceremony on June 16, 2022

It was supposed to be april but had travel plans so they moved me to June.

 

 

Yippeee

10 hours ago, MKM said:

Hello everyone, 

 

So I had my interview this morning, everything went well. 

 

Take way: Please don't stress about this process, even if the IO wants more documents, delays the approval process, the day will come. 

 

The IO was ok, not the most friendliest person but it worked for me. 

 

Going to the Oath Ceremony next week.

 

Thank you again kcoyclay1 for info.  

Yay!!! Congrats! I’m dancing with you 💃💃💃💃

On 5/24/2022 at 2:15 PM, belga said:

Thanks for your reply I appreciate it . My Marriage is a real true marriage that started since 2010 before we came to the US . They did not say No it's just taking forever to get an appointment for my oath ceremony and i was wondering of anybody waited that long ? 

Thanks again 😊

 

 

It will not affect your citizenship. You have already passed 5 years and you have passed your interview. You will be fine. Your wife is not the main factor anymore as you qualify for citizenship on your own and have already passed. There’s just a delay in your oath ceremony date. 

On 5/18/2022 at 8:01 AM, shila75 said:

Hello , Just a quick question since your son and I had the same day interview date at the Federal Plaza on April 7th. My Oath ceremony is on the 20th (this Friday) at 8am. Can you please letting me know how long did it take for your son's Oath ceremony ? As I already got an appointment at the USPS to applying for the US Passport so I wanna make sure I will make it in time to the post office. 

Thank you in advance for your response! 

And once again Congrats for your son! 

Have a lovely day!

 

Sorry for late response. I have been going through after effects of chemo and have not been on the forum. Congrats as you are now a citizen and my response will no longer be necessary. 

2 hours ago, Trif2018 said:

Yes, the case is "Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS"...... "actively" but not hing has happened in the last three months...a bit ironic if you ask me

My son’s case was being actively reviewed from September to February then he got an update for interview being scheduled. That was 5 months later. This was NY. My older son applied in Florida on the day my younger son was scheduled and within 6 weeks he had his interview and same day oath. Both became citizens in April but it depends on the state. There are others waiting over a year for some states so it’s just a waiting game. 

On 5/12/2022 at 11:47 AM, CT2022 said:

I received push notification from the tracker app this morning. But after logging in, nothing changed.
Anyone experience the same? Is it a bug of the app?

Tracker apps give push notifications for other information as well such as visa processing times, news, visa bulletin and other updates from USCIS that may not be specific to your case. 

On 5/7/2022 at 8:40 PM, scotty2009 said:

 

Hello! I may have updated in another thread, but I passed the interview and got my oath taking almost a week after. I am a citizen now 😊 none was asked about my work and tax transcripts. I was not asked for any documentation except my SSN card, but the IO decided not to take a photocopy of that. I had a pretty smooth interview. 

Awesome!! Congrats. Thanks for the update in this thread. 

On 5/5/2022 at 3:00 PM, B52Boozer said:

How did your interview go?

I hope we get an update. My sons and I each filed 5 years rule. We were never asked for tax documents. Both sons became citizens last month; I was in 2014. 

On 4/29/2022 at 9:25 PM, CanadaEx said:

Hello, I was late for Naturalization today. I was traveling from Bellingham Wa, to Seattle WA, according to google map it should take me an hour an 45 mins. I got there late because of collision on highway, though the security guy told me to proceed, however, the interviewer told me I am free to go home. once home, I looked into my USCIS account, and there was already a letter with summary below:
      You were scheduled to appear for an interview on your application for Naturalization on at 12:00PM. Our records
       indicate you failed to appear for this interview. You have thirty (30) days from the date of this notice to explain why you did not appear. Failure to respond
        to this notice will result in your application being administratively closed without further action.

So, I quickly prepared a letter letter:
   

USCIS

12500 TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BLVD

SECOND FLOOR

SEATTLE, WA

98168

 

re:Lateness for appointment letter

 

Dear USCIS Officer,

                        Attached below my reasons for being late for the appointment on. As noted below I left home in Bellingham on 10:00 AM.  I was able to make COSTCO gas station at 16616 Twin Lakes Ave, Marysville, WA 98271 to get gas at 10:55 AM. Please see receipt attached. Image of receipt with time stamp here.
 

According to Google Map this should get me to your office at 11:45 AM. Please see below - Google direction attached here.

 

However, there was collision on Higway-5 which I ran into after purchasing gas. Please see below:

 

Also, I actually made it to your office, after going through security I went straight to the SECOND FLOOR as was BOLDLY written in the mail sent to me. I was on the SECOND FLOOR for a while together with others waiting for interview. However, I felt concerned that my name was not called, hence I asked someone beside me, and he said I had to check-in downstairs first and obtained a number.

               I went downstairs again, and this time the officer asked took my fingerprints, and picture, and she noticed that I was late for my appointment. She suggested to wait in the interview room while she contacted the interviewing officer. She came back shortly, that the interviewing officer said, "I am free to go home because I was an hour late, and I should be expecting a letter in the mail."

  

Regards,

 

Applicant.

ASK: is the response above reasonable, or should I look to get a lawyer to respond accordingly? Notice, I applied for citizenship on WAVA because of spousal abuse. Note also, that the pictures above might not be accurate, but I DEFIENETELY saw notice on the highway traffic board that "Collision on left lane southbound I-5 and interstate 259" at Everette that explained the gridlock. If anyone knows where to get accurate traffic report. I will be grateful. Also, 

Don’t spend money on a lawyer. You had a legitimate reason for being late and all they ask is that you explain the reason. Your response send should be enough and they should reschedule the appointment. They stated you did not show up-which is incorrect-  and you did. Getting a lawyer is a lot of money to pay for fear. You have a valid reason. All the best. 

1 hour ago, SMK 89 said:

Question - putting together my package now. Must we get certified copies of tax returns from the IRS? I.e., pay $43 per last 3 years (marriage based naturalization) or are transcripts enough???

Transcripts are enough

1 hour ago, Happymallymute said:

PASSED!!!! Status already changed to Oath ceremony will be scheduled by the time I got out of the building!!!!

 

 

Congrats!!!

9 hours ago, Tomalley said:

Hi! I submitted my application last night but didn’t get any email or text update. Tonight I login and found two documents under documents. How can I sign up for email and text notification? Apparently they sent me two documents but never emailed or texted me. I can’t login everyday to check documents.

My son got just one email notification throughout the process. You don’t have to log in daily. There are case tracker apps. The one I used is called case tracker for USCIS and it has the flag with the USCIS logo with the eagle. Once your info is in you just need to check without having to be logging in. 

8 minutes ago, Misscloud said:

yeah the funny part is i havent even have my AOS interview yet ( i just applied 3 months ago ) but she trusted me and listen to everything i said. im glad its over for her

All the best for you.