How long does it take for citizenship to process?

[Que-Kiam 0]

Hello my friends,

This question is from my mom that does not have a VJ account

I just want to know if how long does it take from sending the application paper until they interview you?

My mom lives in San Diego. Thanks

Thanks alot my friends.

[coraliesolms 47]

It depends on what visa she is applying for! You have to give us a few more tidbits of info to be able to help you out

It depends, what country is the beneficiary from?

[Que-Kiam 0]

thanks. she's not applying for a visa. she will be applying for N-400.

[coraliesolms 47]

OH! silly me!

I dont know about that, I just got through the visa process, Im sure someone will come along and help you though!

[Que-Kiam 0]

lol, i thought you just mistakenly read somewhere's post but incorrectly posted to my question hehehe... we're good though! thanks

[PrinceandPrincess 0]

Hello my friends,

This question is from my mom that does not have a VJ account

I just want to know if how long does it take from sending the application paper until they interview you?

My mom lives in San Diego. Thanks

Thanks alot my friends.

Hi,

Here's my N-400 timeline:

Date Filed: 07-17-2009 (USPS with tracking number)

NOA Date: 07-24-2009

Bio Appt : 08-15-2009

Interview Date: 09-29-2009 (6:30 AM)

Oath Ceremony: 09-29-2009 (1:30 PM)

Please note that the immigration processing is case to case basis. I sent all the required documents on my original submission of my N-400 and I didn't received an RFE. RFE makes the processing a little bit longer. Also, not all immigration offices have the same day oath ceremony.

Good luck on your mom's journey!

[Que-Kiam 0]

wow thank you, that processing was too fast. i will let her know..im sure she will be so happy.

[aleful 1,905]

Hello my friends,

This question is from my mom that does not have a VJ account

I just want to know if how long does it take from sending the application paper until they interview you?

My mom lives in San Diego. Thanks

Thanks alot my friends.

generally speaking, between 2 1/2 months to 4 months. it is quite fast. I depends on what city and state one lives in.

I applied on Feb 18th in Miami, FL

Had my fingerprints taken on April 2nd

Got an RFE

Waiting for my interview letter any day now.

Edited April 21, 2010 by aleful

[v333k 59]

Hello my friends,

This question is from my mom that does not have a VJ account

I just want to know if how long does it take from sending the application paper until they interview you?

My mom lives in San Diego. Thanks

Thanks alot my friends.

Hi,

One simple thing I did for estimating when I apply for my naturalization is to go through a few months filers lists and see who's local office was San Diego. I did October-January and I was able to get an estimate on people who actually got their process completed. It takes 10 minutes and you have your results.

Just a suggestion!

[PrinceandPrincess 0]

wow thank you, that processing was too fast. i will let her know..im sure she will be so happy.

You are welcome!

[warlord 73]

Time lines will vary from person to person. People from the exact same district will vary between them as well. There are numerous cases where spouses will apply at the same time and one will get their citizenship before the other even gets their interview.

So it's part of the system, part of your individual petition and part by your interview experience. Ranges are a few months to years depending.

Most will see it though in a 3-6 month range generally or that's what it was when I was doing it. Not sure if it's longer or about the same now. Though many people I am hearing are still over that waiting and waiting...

[APSD 0]

I sent my N-400 in mid January, my oath ceremony is scheduled for next Wed April 28, about 100 days all in all.

[ziia 9]

Hello my friends,

This question is from my mom that does not have a VJ account

I just want to know if how long does it take from sending the application paper until they interview you?

My mom lives in San Diego. Thanks

Thanks alot my friends.

generally it takes 4-5 months.

[antda 13]

Hi 3Stars&ASun,

Well, as for citizenship timelines...there are many variables....it can be slow, it can be fast.....

And it can change from year to year too, as a few years ago, things were a lot slower in the process...

The average time nowadays to complete the US Citizenship process is about 3-6 months.....which is a big range.....so plan ahead accordingly...

(see VJ timelines/message threads for more info for your specific area...)

It all boils down to:

a) Interview dates...Can your local office schedule one quick enough and are you able to pass such that day.

b ) More importantly: Oath dates. You are not a US Citizen until you take the oath. Some people get their oaths as quick as the same day, while some people get their oaths days, months, weeks, months, later.....It all depends on the schedule of your local office....

For example, my citizenship process was 2 1/2 months exactly, from start to finish....which was quicker than usual due to other circumstances....Can't say that it can be as quick for others...again...depends on your local office there....

Hope this helps. Good luck on yours and your mom's journey too.

Ant

Hello my friends,

This question is from my mom that does not have a VJ account

I just want to know if how long does it take from sending the application paper until they interview you?

My mom lives in San Diego. Thanks

Thanks alot my friends.

Edited April 24, 2010 by Ant+D+BabyA