I-751 July 2017 Filers

[NYCBoy 159]

7 hours ago, HanhChi said:

AlluringSoul,

 

Yes, I did, on August 5. I wonder if my N-400 application sped up the ROC. I see that you are from NYC too! My local office is Brooklyn. Right now the estimated waiting time for my N-400 is 10 months. 

Congrts!! Our P.D is Aug 9th. I hope the N-400 actually help to move things a bit faster. 

[AlluringSoul 185]

10 hours ago, HanhChi said:

AlluringSoul,

 

Yes, I did, on August 5. I wonder if my N-400 application sped up the ROC. I see that you are from NYC too! My local office is Brooklyn. Right now the estimated waiting time for my N-400 is 10 months. 

Haha, it possibly did speed up your application! That's awesome! Yes and my local office is Queens (it used to be NYC when Queen was closed). If I don't receive anything soon, I will file for N400 as well because it does save you 1-3 months of wait 🙂

[houduni 13]

Hi 

I sent my documents on 2017/07/01 and my NOA date is 2017/07/03.I got a RFE on 2018/08/06. I send the documents back  on 2018/08/21 and got an email today saying my new card is being produced. Vermont service center.Finally  

[AlluringSoul 185]

6 minutes ago, houduni said:

Hi 

I sent my documents on 2017/07/01 and my NOA date is 2017/07/03.I got a RFE on 2018/08/06. I send the documents back  on 2018/08/21 and got an email today saying my new card is being produced. Vermont service center.Finally  

Congrats!!!! 🌞 Did you get other updates along the way? Like received at local office? 

[houduni 13]

Yes I did. on February 26 and 27 recieved at local office. and one more on April 9 I think (not sure what was that)

[AlluringSoul 185]

6 minutes ago, houduni said:

Yes I did. on February 26 and 27 recieved at local office. and one more on April 9 I think (not sure what was that)

That was some glitch. That's amazing! Applying for N-400 as well?

[User007 93]

When do u guys think we the California fillers we ll get approvals? 

[egroeg 66]

17 minutes ago, Mrs_Lyds said:

When do u guys think we the California fillers we ll get approvals? 

Atleast another month for July 2017 filers IMO ( Mid October I presume)

[HanhChi 25]

13 hours ago, AlluringSoul said:

Haha, it possibly did speed up your application! That's awesome! Yes and my local office is Queens (it used to be NYC when Queen was closed). If I don't receive anything soon, I will file for N400 as well because it does save you 1-3 months of wait 🙂

If I were you, I would file N-400 as soon as possible. I keep putting off I-751 application, and it ended up taking way too long. I almost lost a job opportunity because of the soon-expire green card, and then had to travel to NJ to get a stamp on my passport for the extension. I was planning to file N-400 once I got the ROC done too, but then all the hassles that came with an unexpectedly prolonged processing time changed my mind. And who knows what changes to the naturalization process could be legalized by Washington given all the ongoing immigration controversies that could delay our application even more!

Edited September 12, 2018 by HanhChi

[NYCBoy 159]

21 hours ago, houduni said:

Hi 

I sent my documents on 2017/07/01 and my NOA date is 2017/07/03.I got a RFE on 2018/08/06. I send the documents back  on 2018/08/21 and got an email today saying my new card is being produced. Vermont service center.Finally  

What do they usually ask for in the RFE? 

[MHZ 68]

4 minutes ago, NYCBoy said:

What do they usually ask for in the RFE? 

More proof that you are in a bona fide marriage or that it is terminated for real reasons.

 

9 hours ago, HanhChi said:

If I were you, I would file N-400 as soon as possible. I keep putting off I-751 application, and it ended up taking way too long. I almost lost a job opportunity because of the soon-expire green card, and then had to travel to NJ to get a stamp on my passport for the extension. I was planning to file N-400 once I got the ROC done too, but then all the hassles that came with an unexpectedly prolonged processing time changed my mind. And who knows what changes to the naturalization process could be legalized by Washington given all the ongoing immigration controversies that could delay our application even more!

It saves more. You are going to wait for ROC anyway .Might just shave off time on the naturalization. 

If you can apply for N-400 and want to, then go ahead

Check this forum for combo filers.

 

21 hours ago, AlluringSoul said:

That was some glitch. That's amazing! Applying for N-400 as well?

I encourage you to.

 

 

[AlluringSoul 185]

9 hours ago, HanhChi said:

If I were you, I would file N-400 as soon as possible. I keep putting off I-751 application, and it ended up taking way too long. I almost lost a job opportunity because of the soon-expire green card, and then had to travel to NJ to get a stamp on my passport for the extension. I was planning to file N-400 once I got the ROC done too, but then all the hassles that came with an unexpectedly prolonged processing time changed my mind. And who knows what changes to the naturalization process could be legalized by Washington given all the ongoing immigration controversies that could delay our application even more!

You are so right. When I filed for my ROC, it took about 9 months to get an interview and now, people are waiting over 15 months! It's insane how things have changed.  The wave of applications that came in in the past 2 years is insane but hopefully we will get through this. My window opens in a week, so probably beginning of October I will file N-400. :-))

[MHZ 68]

16 minutes ago, AlluringSoul said:

You are so right. When I filed for my ROC, it took about 9 months to get an interview and now, people are waiting over 15 months! It's insane how things have changed.  The wave of applications that came in in the past 2 years is insane but hopefully we will get through this. My window opens in a week, so probably beginning of October I will file N-400. :-))

My combo filing took 19.5 months for me to both remove the condition and become a citizen.

[AlluringSoul 185]

35 minutes ago, MHZ said:

My combo filing took 19.5 months for me to both remove the condition and become a citizen.

That's actually pretty fast considering the fact that you did both! What documents did you send with N400 if you dont mind me asking?

[MHZ 68]

20 minutes ago, AlluringSoul said:

That's actually pretty fast considering the fact that you did both! What documents did you send with N400 if you dont mind me asking?

Pretty much the same as I-751 with more recent documents. My package had  the  following  items plus a letter detailing what is included:  

• Form  G-1145  
• Form  N-400  
• Form  M-477  
• Main  Passport  page  of  my  spouse’s  passport  as  proof  of  citizenship  
• A  photocopy  of  applicant  green  card,  front  and  back  
• A  copy  of  my  extension  letter  that  was  received  when  applicant  applied  for  condition  removal.  
• A  copy  of  the  marriage  certificate  and  marriage  license.  
• Proof  of  joint  Auto  insurance  
• Proof  of  joint  renter’s  insurance  
• Proof  of  joint  health  care  coverage  
• Proof  of  life  insurance  beneficiaries  
• Tax  filings  for  2014,  2015  &  2016  
• Joint  lease  agreements  for  2014,2015,  2016  &  2017  
• Copies  of  Bank  Statements  for  joint  savings  account  
• Spouse  Checking  Bank  Statements 
• Applicant  Checking  Bank  Statements  ending  in  7276
• Cashier Check