Discussion of issues relating to the naturalization process.
This thread is for posting personal experiences in connection with naturalization applications, including waiting times, unusual problems and solutions. Please do not post questions in this thread as they will be deleted without answer. The purpose of this thread is to allow members to share their...
I've compiled a list of useful naturalization materials that are available on the main ImmInfo.com site. To view each, just click on the link. Practical tips for filing naturalization applications. Naturalization basics Naturalization requirements Naturalization requirements charts 100...
The CIS has just gone over to an e-filing system for both AR-11 and change of address notifications for people with pending cases before the CIS. I've posted information on this over on the main ImmInfo.com site in the News section. I'll be posting more as soon as it becomes available. For those...
Hi Ron, Thanks for you online services. I was arrested for a DUI back in Jun2004 and charged with driving under the influence. I served my time and attended DUI school e.t.c. Got a Greencard in jun 2005 and now I'm ready to apply for citizenship. My question is do I answer yes to questions 15, 16,...
Hi Ron, My son (born out of wedlock) got permanent resident status with me years ago (employment based) as her mother gave INS an affidavit that she gave permission for my son to move to US permanently with me and stays with me. My son has been with me since birth. After I got citizenship, how do...
My friend has become a permanent resident in june 2005. In december 2007 he left for his native country and came back only in november 2008. Before he left he applied for a reentry permit, but he never got it as the person on who's address should have came moved in the mean time. But the check was...
How can I get a record of my travel in and out of the US??? Or what else can I use to fill out this part of the application?
I am stuck on how to answer this question. I didn't file taxes for 5 years in a row but this matter was taken care of this past month. Do I say YES I failed to file taxes and send proof that it has been taken care of or do I say NO since technically I did eventually file. Please help!...
;)Here is my background: ( Everything is so confusing)<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> 06/09/2006 - Married to a US Citizen<o:p></o:p> 06/26/2007 - Received Permanent Green Card 2 years<o:p></o:p> 05/26/2009 - Received...
I just applied for my first US passport after receiving my Certificate of Naturalization. As a result of habit I think, I signed only my first and last name on the Certificate of Naturalization, I didn't include my middle name, and I was supposed to sign with my full name. Would it that be a...
Me and my wife are applying for naturalization (N-400) and we have 3 children. The eldest only was not born in the US. Can we get US passports for all 5 of us once we, my wife and I, get sworn in or will we have to file an N-600 for the eldest son first? Thanks!
Hi all, For the last five years,me and my wife have been living at two addresses.The first one is our sponsor's address and this is the address USCIS have.The second address is the one we have been living at 70% of the time.We did that because it is right next to the restaurant we have been...
Hi Ron, I'd greatly appreciate any advice you could provide. I am eligible to file naturalization in June 09. I meet the residency requirements and all other conditions, except for one complication: In 2006, I was caught shoplifting in TX and charged with felony theft (it was a felony since the...
Hi all. Could you please explain to me this photo requirement. "Be sure there is enough white space in the margin of the photographs so you will have room to sign your full name if your application is approved"
Two years back I was arrested for felony domestic violence. My parents were here visiting. Father was also arrested for felony and mother for misdemeanor. Mothers case came up first. We won the case and jury decided not guilty. Me and my father were not formally charged by DA. Also at that time I...
Hi Ron, I work for Y company for 10 years. "X" company filed for my Green Card and i got it. I never joined the "X" company and i am now thinking of filling N400. I work in the same industry that was mentioned in the "X" companies Green Card filing. Will i have any problems when i go for...
Dear Ron, I would like to submit my US citizenship application in the next couple of weeks. I would greatly appreciate your input on the following issues. Thank you very much! Elizabeth<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> Question #1:<o:p></o:p> I have been a permanent US resident since December...
Hello: I'm a Green Card Holder since 2001. Between 2003 and 2006 I spent some time outside the U.S. I was never outside the U.S. for more than a year, but twice for more than 6 months. I had a re-entry permit, filed my tax returns, and kept bank accounts and U.S. credit cards, but I did not rent...
Hi all. In the N-400 instructions it says:"Write every address where you have lived during the last five years(including in other countries)." I have been outside the USA for 5 months every year.I traveled a lot but most of the time I was spending in my native coutry.Should I provide USCIS with...
Hi Ron and thank you for your prompt replies. I'm slightly confused on the name change topic, and especially, if it applies to my case. First, a little background: I'm applying based on a 5-year rule. I'm also married to US citizen and I've changed my name to his last name. My married name...
Hi, I have been continuously residing in the US and have been traveling here and there for vacation outside of the US. Unfortunately, i didn't keep a personal record of all my travels. While i can get the dates for my air travel trips pretty accurately from my passport, I don't know how to get...
Hi all, Could you tell me if there is FICA info on the tax return transcript??? I found out that there is no FICA info on 1040 form. Where is the paid FICA taxes info on all these tax documents? Thank you in advance. Best Regards
Can somebody help me please? I'm a little confused about the eligibility requirement regarding length of marriage with my US citizen spouse vs. the length of time we actually "lived together". I am planning to file for N-400 90 days before my third year here in the US which is anytime within...
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