N-400 and I-751 combo pending

[Zombie69 363]

1 minute ago, trekkypj said:

Congratulations! I'm glad everything worked out with the oath ceremony.

 

Thank you so much for your support. Your prediction turned out to be true. I n so glad my immigration journey is finally over. Congrats to you too.

[David and Sinthea 50]

2 hours ago, MHZ said:

 

Well the letter requests only my presence. Mentions nothing about my spouse coming with me. 

I am told that if I ask for a reschedule, then I will be put back in line and may be postponed for weeks or months. 

 

Did anyone have this issue before? I am worried about this and not sure what to do.

 the letter May ask for just you to attend, But wouldn't you rather be prepared in case the intention was to have her as well? I've seen several posts on these groups that the spouse attended. I guess if you feel secure you're going to be approved, go without her. But this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity so to speak, why risk it?

 

 I think another way to go about it is to read through all the posts to see how many have gone with their about for significant other, that might give you an ranswer if nobody else responds

[MHZ 68]

7 minutes ago, David and Sinthea said:

 the letter May ask for just you to attend, But wouldn't you rather be prepared in case the intention was to have her as well? I've seen several posts on these groups that the spouse attended. I guess if you feel secure you're going to be approved, go without her. But this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity so to speak, why risk it?

 

 I think another way to go about it is to read through all the posts to see how many have gone with their about for significant other, that might give you an ranswer if nobody else responds

The thing is I have no good reason to reschedule. I don't think "my wife cannot come with me" is a legitimate reason. 

If they need to interview her, won't they just send her a letter later?

 

I would go with her if I can, the thing is she is also worried of ending up sitting in the waiting room for 2 hours needlessly. 

[ApplyingforN400 126]

17 minutes ago, MHZ said:

The thing is I have no good reason to reschedule. I don't think "my wife cannot come with me" is a legitimate reason. 

If they need to interview her, won't they just send her a letter later?

 

I would go with her if I can, the thing is she is also worried of ending up sitting in the waiting room for 2 hours needlessly. 

Its ok, we can be honest, we all hope to avoid an interview the second time if we dont have to, the marriage can be a billion % true but no one wants to sit and be questioned with their spouse about everything, risk a misunderstanding causing headaches when it doesnt have to be, its a normal anxiety response that we all would like to avoid if we can. 

 

The reason I say this is, dont give an excuse to an officer if asked why she isnt here. Tell the truth, you did t recieve a letter saying she needs to come, period.

 

Excuses like she doesnt want to wait 2 hours needles are not good to be blurt out in important life decisions as these. 

 

No one is assuming we are sitting around in forums figuring out what people are doing with their cases. 

 

You are communicating with a gov agency, if they want someone to come, they can mention it in the letter 

 

Good luck. Everything will turn out great.  

Edited May 29, 2018 by ApplyingforN400

[mindthegap 2,590]

28 minutes ago, MHZ said:

The thing is I have no good reason to reschedule. I don't think "my wife cannot come with me" is a legitimate reason. 

If they need to interview her, won't they just send her a letter later?

 

I would go with her if I can, the thing is she is also worried of ending up sitting in the waiting room for 2 hours needlessly. 

Think of it the other way - if she IS required, and doesn't attend, then expect a denial.

Then again, my I-751 interview letter explicitly stated that the USC spouse was required to attend (despite having already informed them we were divorcing....bloody template letters). 

 

If it doesn't say it, then it doesn't say it and I would be inclined to think that she isn't required. You have the letter to back you up if necessary.

Edited May 29, 2018 by mindthegap

[Name O Boy 511]

As everyone mentioned it would be better to go with your spouse to the interview. Since you have a pending I-751. Having said that if your spouse for some reason cannot go with you to the interview I assume the IO will ask more questions and dig deep. It's right that that letter does not say to bring your spouse and the IO might not inquire about your spouse who knows.  If I were you I would absolutely go with my spouse just be on the safe side. Hope you do well, best wishes. 

[Mountain Climber 186]

30 minutes ago, MHZ said:

The thing is I have no good reason to reschedule. I don't think "my wife cannot come with me" is a legitimate reason. 

If they need to interview her, won't they just send her a letter later?

 

I would go with her if I can, the thing is she is also worried of ending up sitting in the waiting room for 2 hours needlessly. 

I think it would be easier to sit in the waiting for 2 hours needlessly than to risk waiting

several months to reschedule the interview.  

[Zombie69 363]

On 5/29/2018 at 7:00 AM, MHZ said:

I have an interview for the N-400. My I-751 was transferred to NBC. 

I was planning on taking my wife with me to the interview in case they want to combine them and interview both of us but she has a field trip for her class that day and cannot go.

 

What are my chances of having both approved if she is not there?

You should just take your wife there. To be honest, you need to prioritize your citizenship at this point. I had to try to prove to USCIS why my husband could not go because he was basically dying and was too sick to go and I was pushing for immediate swearing in and the approval of 751 and 400, I submitted a big packet of doctor's letter and a central argument to the district director based on humanitarian ground arguing if it weren't for anti gay laws prior to 2013, we would have been able to get married a long time ago, and my husband would have been able to fulfill his wish to see me become a citizen. I knew my husband for 21 years. The officer was somehow sympathetic, but he was already telling me about rescheduling even after I told him the serious nature of my husband's medical condition by proving it, and 3 days later my love passed. They could not reach a decision, I was finally 751 approved a month later and got naturalized just 8 days ago. I had to submit my husband's death certificate and request to switch my 751 application from a joint one to a windower's waiver application, If my husband were able to go, I would have probably gotten a approval recommendation. So that being sad, I don't mean to tell you what to do. Which one is more important, your wife's field trip or your immigration status? You do not want to take any chances of having your applications delayed, if your wife can't go for whatever the reasons, they will probably reschedule your interview and you can expect another 3 or 4 month delay. Why run the risk? I would just drag her to the interview because that is more important unless you don't mind potentially waiting for 3 or 4 months. Good luck.

Edited May 31, 2018 by Zombie69

[MHZ 68]

2 hours ago, Zombie69 said:

You should just take your wife there. To be honest, you need to prioritize your citizenship at this point. I had to try to prove to USCIS why my husband could not go because he was basically dying and was too sick to go and I was pushing for immediate swearing in and the approval of 751 and 400, I submitted a big packet of doctor's letter and a central argument to the district director based on humanitarian ground arguing if it weren't for anti gay laws prior to 2013, we would have been able to get married a long time ago, and my husband would have been able to fulfill his wish to see me become a citizen. I knew my husband for 21 years. The officer was somehow sympathetic, but he was already telling me about rescheduling even after I told him the serious nature of my husband's medical condition by proving it, and 3 days later my love passed. They could not reach a decision, I was finally 751 approved a month later and got naturalized just 8 days ago. I had to submit my husband's death certificate and request to switch my 751 application from a joint one to a windower's waiver application, If my husband were able to go, I would have probably gotten a approval recommendation. So that being sad, I don't mean to tell you what to do. Which one is more important, your wife's field trip or your immigration status? You do not want to take any chances of having your applications delayed, if your wife can't go for whatever the reasons, they will probably reschedule your interview and you can expect another 3 or 4 month delay. Why run the risk? I would just drag her to the interview because that is more important unless you don't mind potentially waiting for 3 or 4 months. Good luck.

 

You should meet my wife and tell her that! I cannot drag my wife anywhere. She made up her mind to prioritize the class field trip and doesn't seem she want to change that regardless of what anyone says.  

It seems that I will have to just take my chances.

[Zombie69 363]

5 minutes ago, MHZ said:

 

You should meet my wife and tell her that! I cannot drag my wife anywhere. She made up her mind to prioritize the class field trip and doesn't seem she want to change that regardless of what anyone says.  

It seems that I will have to just take my chances.

Ok, you might just have to do that. Best of luck. 

[evapaula 230]

On 5/29/2018 at 12:01 PM, Name O Boy said:

As everyone mentioned it would be better to go with your spouse to the interview. Since you have a pending I-751. Having said that if your spouse for some reason cannot go with you to the interview I assume the IO will ask more questions and dig deep. It's right that that letter does not say to bring your spouse and the IO might not inquire about your spouse who knows.  If I were you I would absolutely go with my spouse just be on the safe side. Hope you do well, best wishes. 

the letter is for N400 which doesn't require the spouse to be there, but if you have an I751 pending, absolutely take your spouse. My friend had to call her husband as they wouldn't approve her N400 without the ROC being approved, and for the ROC, they need the spouse.

In other news, I received an interview notification today. The status only updated on egov.uscis.gov. Nothing on my.uscis.gov yet. Waiting for a letter (paper or pdf upload) to see the actual date. 

Edited May 31, 2018 by evapaula

[MHZ 68]

15 hours ago, evapaula said:

the letter is for N400 which doesn't require the spouse to be there, but if you have an I751 pending, absolutely take your spouse. My friend had to call her husband as they wouldn't approve her N400 without the ROC being approved, and for the ROC, they need the spouse.

In other news, I received an interview notification today. The status only updated on egov.uscis.gov. Nothing on my.uscis.gov yet. Waiting for a letter (paper or pdf upload) to see the actual date. 

Congratulations. 

Can you elaborate on that case please? Did the officer interview her over the phone or did they drive there after the call?

 

[Dashinka 24,508]

16 hours ago, evapaula said:

the letter is for N400 which doesn't require the spouse to be there, but if you have an I751 pending, absolutely take your spouse. My friend had to call her husband as they wouldn't approve her N400 without the ROC being approved, and for the ROC, they need the spouse.

In other news, I received an interview notification today. The status only updated on egov.uscis.gov. Nothing on my.uscis.gov yet. Waiting for a letter (paper or pdf upload) to see the actual date. 

 

On ‎5‎/‎31‎/‎2018 at 9:34 AM, MHZ said:

 

You should meet my wife and tell her that! I cannot drag my wife anywhere. She made up her mind to prioritize the class field trip and doesn't seem she want to change that regardless of what anyone says.  

It seems that I will have to just take my chances.

 We had an impromptu (without formal notice) I751 interview when my wife had her N400 interview.  Whenever I see the question, I always recommend the spouse attend particularly when filing on the 3 year rule and especially with a pending I751.

 

Good Luck!

[MHZ 68]

6 minutes ago, Bill & Katya said:

 

 We had an impromptu (without formal notice) I751 interview when my wife had her N400 interview.  Whenever I see the question, I always recommend the spouse attend particularly when filing on the 3 year rule and especially with a pending I751.

 

Good Luck!

I am with you. I just cannot get her to come unfortunately. What I want to know if there is anyone who went by themselves and got approved.

Edited June 1, 2018 by MHZ

[nywestq 51]

36 minutes ago, MHZ said:

I am with you. I just cannot get her to come unfortunately. What I want to know if there is anyone who went by themselves and got approved.

yes persons have been approved before because the IO said they submitted enough evidence for them to proceed and approve both however its very rare. not a frequent occurrence at all hence why we all advising you to try your best and have her attend or even have her send in a document with you explaining why she could attend and asking that they please don't hinder the process by her absence and to accommodate she would be happy to take a call if they can cause they do sometimes call in your presence or when you leave and also approve so try to be prepared for every eventuality