N-400 expedite

[ihaveadream 19]

Hello all.  I got approved for my conditions removal under Abuse and Divorce Waiver.  Accordingly, I can apply under the 3 year rule.

Unfortunately for me, I have been diagnosed with 4th stage (terminal) breast cancer.  I wish to apply for citizenship immediately so my younger daughter can get her citizenship and well so I can die a citizen... 

I know there's an expedite for certain cases that may include terminal applicants.  I simply can't find that information again on USCIS page.  It must be my heavy medications and chemo.  Does anyone know where that information is?  Am going to type a letter for it, but can't remember if it required a certain form etc.

[Liam2021 583]

I don't think you're qualify under 3 year rule.

[HRQX 4,145]

3 minutes ago, H&T said:

I don't think you're qualify under 3 year rule.

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/when-vawa-green-card-holders-can-apply-us-citizenship-naturalization.html

[geowrian 22,337]

Yes, you can apply under the 3 year rule due to the abuse waiver (a divorce waiver alone does not allow this).

 

Just a note: stage 4 and terminal cancer represent 2 different things. One can exist without the other.

The reason why I note this is that stage 4 cancer alone probably won't qualify (it's a condition, possibly curable and possible not), whereas a terminal dx presents an urgency. The urgency is what would necessitate an expedite.

[SalishSea 17,818]

57 minutes ago, geowrian said:

Yes, you can apply under the 3 year rule due to the abuse waiver (a divorce waiver alone does not allow this).

 

Just a note: stage 4 and terminal cancer represent 2 different things. One can exist without the other.

The reason why I note this is that stage 4 cancer alone probably won't qualify (it's a condition, possibly curable and possible not), whereas a terminal dx presents an urgency. The urgency is what would necessitate an expedite.

For stage IV breast, it is not curable, but treatable.  Stage IV means it has spread to distant sites, like the bones and lungs. However, it can become a chronic illness that a person can live with for 10-15 years, especially with the advent of targeted therapies, like Trastuzumab, which targets the HER2-NEU over expression in the cells.  I personally have several patients who have been on Trastuzumab for 15 years. ❤️

Edited May 18, 2020 by Jorgedig

[ihaveadream 19]

Thanks guys I was actually checking for expedite process of citizenship   Found it.

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/can-i-ask-uscis-to-make-a-quick-decision-on-my-citizenship-application.html

 

 

[ihaveadream 19]

12 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

For stage IV breast, it is not curable, but treatable.  Stage IV means it has spread to distant sites, like the bones and lungs. However, it can become a chronic illness that a person can live with for 10-15 years, especially with the advent of targeted therapies, like Trastuzumab, which targets the HER2-NEU over expression in the cells.  I personally have several patients who have been on Trastuzumab for 15 years. ❤️

Thank you for the hope,  Guessing you are an Onco.  

I hope to live long enough for my kids to be independent.  Its scary though - right now awaiting several more tests.

2 hours ago, H&T said:

I don't think you're qualify under 3 year rule.

Abuse Waivers qualify for 3 year rule - divorce or no divorce

[ihaveadream 19]

1 hour ago, geowrian said:

Yes, you can apply under the 3 year rule due to the abuse waiver (a divorce waiver alone does not allow this).

 

Just a note: stage 4 and terminal cancer represent 2 different things. One can exist without the other.

The reason why I note this is that stage 4 cancer alone probably won't qualify (it's a condition, possibly curable and possible not), whereas a terminal dx presents an urgency. The urgency is what would necessitate an expedite.

Stage 4 of any cancer is terminal - some may live for 1- 15 years even.  Last week, 3 women in my group who were doing quiet well tell 1-3 months ago passed away, it can turn at any time and mets to new places.

A terminal illness where the person is expected to pass within 6 months is a life insurance technicality often before a payout can be made before the person actually passes....got my payout...

[geowrian 22,337]

30 minutes ago, ihaveadream said:

Stage 4 of any cancer is terminal - some may live for 1- 15 years even.

I wrote a bunch here but then figured it was disclosing TMI. I'll just state that I'm going by personal experience with guidance from my doctors.

I hope that your treatment goes well and with minimal side-effects. Stay strong.

 

Edit: Also, @Jorgedig does know their stuff (and I will take them at their word re: s4 breast cancer not being curable). I think they're a port nurse if memory serves me correctly.

Edited May 18, 2020 by geowrian

[HRQX 4,145]

1 hour ago, ihaveadream said:

Thanks guys I was actually checking for expedite process of citizenship   Found it.

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/can-i-ask-uscis-to-make-a-quick-decision-on-my-citizenship-application.html

The new policy is here: https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual/volume-1-part-a-chapter-5 USCIS updated it last year

[SalishSea 17,818]

1 hour ago, ihaveadream said:

Thank you for the hope,  Guessing you are an Onco.  

Oncology RN.  20 years, still love the work.

[SalishSea 17,818]

43 minutes ago, geowrian said:

I think they're a port nurse if memory serves me correctly.

Chemotherapy/biotherapy infusion.  🙂

[SalishSea 17,818]

And btw, we have seen complete responses/cures in some stage IV cancers - melanoma comes to mind.  And some blood cancers, particularly with successful transplants. I am lucky enough to work for the organization that developed the stem cell transplant.

[JFH 12,190]

6 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

Oncology RN.  20 years, still love the work.

I take my hat off to you. My mother has been a nurse for 35 years and I’m impressed by such dedication. 

[SalishSea 17,818]

5 minutes ago, JFH said:

I take my hat off to you. My mother has been a nurse for 35 years and I’m impressed by such dedication. 

It's good work.  It's hard work, but I still love it and I have never regretted the choice.