Can I file my N400 without my GC

[Starkilla09 366]

Like I mentioned if you have a copy of your old expired green card you can still use those. They have everything in the system and will like to just verify your “residency since” date which is the date that makes you eligible to kick start your application. You can also send a copy of your approved I-751 as well.

[Seowmi 2]

I will post my documents to them tomorrow and wait for the response 

[Sunnyland 639]

6 minutes ago, flash9153 said:

 

That's not true at all, where are you getting this information? You simply submit a copy of your expired GC and valid 1yr extension letter. Nowhere on the instructions for N400 does it say that you need a valid GC to apply for N400. 

 

Actually it's mentioned in the N400 instructions pdf  (see page #10 point 2.)  Also it says it on the "Document Checklist Worksheet". 

 

https://www.uscis.gov/n-400

 

https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/n-400instr.pdf?download=1

 

https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/attachments.pdf?download=1

 

 

[flash9153 28]

Just file online, it's a much simplified process. Save yourself a trip to the post office. All you have to do is scan supporting documents, and then bring the originals/hard copies to your interview. https://www.uscis.gov/n-400

[Seowmi 2]

Thanks very much mate 

[flash9153 28]

Just now, Sunnyland said:

 

Actually it's mentioned in the N400 instructions pdf  (see page #10 point 2.)  Also it says it on the "Document Checklist Worksheet". 

 

https://www.uscis.gov/n-400

 

https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/n-400instr.pdf?download=1

 

https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/attachments.pdf?download=1

 

 

Isn't that what I said? 

[shell20 746]

2 hours ago, Seowmi said:

I got my I-751 approved about two weeks ago and it’s taking forever to receive my GC. From the Uscis . Can I go ahead and apply for my citizenship? Help me with this journey Guys .Thanks 

The same  thing happened to me. So I filed with the copy of my conditional GC, then when my 10 year card arrived four weeks later I copied that and uploaded it. I also uploaded the approval letter before the 10 year card arrived. I didn't want to delay my application and my card took a month to arrive. Also, I did not upload my tax returns as we had not done them by then, but as soon as we get  those back they will also be uploaded. 

 

So yes, you can do that. You wont have your bio metrics appointment  to around until 3 weeks after you apply and then its security checks, so you have time to upload your 10 year card at a later date. You can upload documents and add after applying for N400. This applies if you are thinking of applying online. I am not sure about paper filing. Good luck!

[Going through 5,671]

7 hours ago, aleful said:

for the hard copy you need to file the copy of the card. it is all mailed together

 

online you will eventually need the card, I don't know the process online, but they might request the copy anyway before it is received in the mail, they need the copy of the GC to verify that one is eligible to file for citizenship

 

 

Online they require a copy of the front and back of the conditional/permanent card uploaded with the application.

[mcdull 474]

7 hours ago, aleful said:

for the hard copy you need to file the copy of the card. it is all mailed together

 

online you will eventually need the card, I don't know the process online, but they might request the copy anyway before it is received in the mail, they need the copy of the GC to verify that one is eligible to file for citizenship

 

 

I filed N400 while i751 was pending. Sent a copy of my two year card and there was no issue whatsoever.  

 

[jskibo 588]

1 hour ago, mcdull said:

I filed N400 while i751 was pending. Sent a copy of my two year card and there was no issue whatsoever.  

 

We did the same.  No need to wait

[Seowmi 2]

Am an old school guy and prefer the analog style lol . Thanks for ur commenst guys 

[shell20 746]

7 hours ago, Seowmi said:

Am an old school guy and prefer the analog style lol . Thanks for ur commenst guys 

Well not sure what would happen in that case, other than longer processing as well.

[Ketsuban 1,034]

17 hours ago, flash9153 said:

Yes. That's all you need. 

 

We filed my wife's N400 as soon as she became eligible (look at my timeline). We still haven't received an approval on I-751, but our biometrics for N400 is done, now waiting for an interview. There are plenty of people on here who received their certificate of naturalization without ever receiving a 10yr GC.

 

By the way, by no means should you ever mail your valid or expired 2yr GC under any circumstances. Always mail or scan copy of originals. The only time you let go of your GC is at the N400 interview.  Even when you go for an info-stamp, they cut a corner and return your expired GC. 

There are times you do need to relinquish the green card. My expired one got shredded at my local office when I went to get my I-551 stamp. I also had to send my current 10 year GC back to CSC last week because of misprints. 

[moonsky 20]

I am in the same situation where I would like to file N400 (given that my I751 was approved) but the 10-year GC hasn't arrived yet. My 2-year GC and the extension letter were taken away by the USCIS officer when I came for the I551 stamp.

I have filled out everything online but haven't submitted yet.

 

[Seowmi 2]

I have everything including my I-55 stamp in my passport. My 2 years GC is still with me and my one year extension letter too .